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Kair Cowl Vent Stainless Steel Grille with Backdraught Shutter
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Kair Cowl Stainless Steel Grille Vent Cover
- Superior alternative to plastic cowls.
- Cushioned noise disturbance reduction flap.
- Ideal for both domestic and commercial extract applications.
- Integral back draft shutter (damper).
- Contains a weatherproof seal to eliminate leaks and drafts.
Featuring an integrated non-return backdraught damper and supplied with screws and cowl-to-wall rubber gasket, this stylish steel wall extractor hood vent outlet has an unobtrusive profile.
Manufactured from Grade 304 Stainless Steel.
A cushioned low noise flap prevents unwanted sounds from being heard from within the property.
This also features a gravity flap to prevent small mammals and birds from accessing the ducting attached to it.
The gravity flap is stylishly covered by the square shape cowl and in doing so, offers more of an aesthetic appearance than most traditional plastic grilles.
Stainless steel Cowles offer greater weatherproofing, and are not affected by ultraviolet rays like some plastics can be.
The grille can be cleaned using any stainless steel cleaner.
Ideal for all tumble dryer vent pipes / hoses, bathroom vents & extractors, air conditioning units, kitchen fans & vents, home wall vents, heat transfer & ventilation systems, gas & electric dryers, cooker hood extractors, as well as a wide variety of industrial uses.
| Model | DUCSS103 |
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| QS code | QS133 |
| Barcode | 5060272544249 |
| Product type | Grille - Cowled Outlet |
| Product group | Metal Ducting |
| Round system (mm) | 100 |
| Width (mm) | 150 |
| Weight (kg) | 0.316 |
| Height (mm) | 126 |
| Length (mm) | 150 |
| Spigot szie (mm) | 96 |
| Temp max | 60 |
| Temp min | -15 |
| Free area | 6,221 |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Packaged height (mm) | 135 |
| Packaged length (mm) | 150 |
| Packaged width (mm) | 150 |
| Packaged weight (kg) | 0.32 |
| Model | DUCSS123 |
|---|---|
| QS code | QS143 |
| Barcode | 5060272544294 |
| Product type | Grille - Cowled Outlet |
| Product group | Metal Ducting |
| Round system (mm) | 125 |
| Width (mm) | 180 |
| Weight (kg) | 0.484 |
| Height (mm) | 143 |
| Length (mm) | 180 |
| Spigot szie (mm) | 120 |
| Temp max | 60 |
| Temp min | -15 |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Packaged height (mm) | 155 |
| Packaged length (mm) | 200 |
| Packaged width (mm) | 200 |
| Packaged weight (kg) | 0.47 |
| Model | DUCSS153 |
|---|---|
| QS code | QS153 |
| Barcode | 5060272544348 |
| Product type | Grille - Cowled Outlet |
| Product group | Metal Ducting |
| Round system (mm) | 150 |
| Width (mm) | 150 |
| Weight (kg) | 0.495 |
| Height (mm) | 180 |
| Length (mm) | 180 |
| Spigot szie (mm) | 145 |
| Temp max | 60 |
| Temp min | -15 |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Packaged height (mm) | 185 |
| Packaged length (mm) | 185 |
| Packaged width (mm) | 150 |
| Packaged weight (kg) | 0.495 |
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Questions and answers of the customers
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Does this include shutters under the cowl that prevent back-drafting when the extractor is not in use. Are the shutters equivalent to the Kair 100mm Wall Outlet - Gravity Grille Stainless Steel Ducting Vent?
Is there a bug mesh?
I wonder why your website does not include a well-lit photo showing inside the cowl and/or a diagram that completes the picture that says 1000 words.
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QDoes this include shutters under the cowl that prevent back-drafting when the extractor is not in use. Are the shutters equivalent to the Kair 100mm Wall Outlet - Gravity Grille Stainless Steel Ducting Vent? Is there a bug mesh? I wonder why your website does not include a well-lit photo showing inside the cowl and/or a diagram that completes the picture that says 1000 words.answer nowA Hi James, there is a backdraught damper behind the cowl that closes when the fan is not in use. This grill does not have or require a mesh as the damper flap does will be in closed position when the fan is not in use.Kind regards, Marc
Dimensions shown on i-sell website seem to be for 125mm model. If so - please what are the correct ones for the 150mm version?
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QDimensions shown on i-sell website seem to be for 125mm model. If so - please what are the correct ones for the 150mm version?answer nowA Good morning. The dimensions are the same 180x180, but the spigot size will be 146mm.Kind regards, Marc
The drawing for the 150mm 6in Grill shows the same dimensions as for the 125mm 5in Grill. Is this correct? I have an existing large hole in the wall so an item larger than 180mm square would be better.
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QThe drawing for the 150mm 6in Grill shows the same dimensions as for the 125mm 5in Grill. Is this correct? I have an existing large hole in the wall so an item larger than 180mm square would be better.answer nowA Good morning David. Both the 125mm and 150mm are 180x180mm.The only item that might help to tidy it up a little bit is VKC661 wall plate. That is 205mm x 205mm. You will need to drill extra holes for the grill to fit over it.Kind regards, Marc.
Is this product suitable for gas laundry appliances?
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A Good morning Mark, and thanks for the question. The Cowled outlet grill that we supply is for air ventilation. You would need to check with the manufacturers of your laundry machine to see if it is suitable.Kindest regards, Marc
Can you please confirm that this product is suitable and safe to use with a commercial size tumble dryer, where to use a plastic Vent would be a fire-hazard?
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QCan you please confirm that this product is suitable and safe to use with a commercial size tumble dryer, where to use a plastic Vent would be a fire-hazard?answer nowA Hi Sara, Many thanks for your enquiry today. In answer to your question yes this should be fine for a commercial tumble dryer. i would recommend using the correct size to match the diameter of the Ducting you have in place though.If you have any additional questions please call me on 0208 463 9696.Ben
We need to make a vent for a tumble drier out to a North wall and it is a cold windy place. Will the kair cowl with back draft shutter be ok for this use. i mean will the damp air from the tumble drier be able to escape OK?
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QWe need to make a vent for a tumble drier out to a North wall and it is a cold windy place. Will the kair cowl with back draft shutter be ok for this use. i mean will the damp air from the tumble drier be able to escape OK?answer nowA Hello DianaThank you for your question. Yes this item will be fine for your application as the damper will open when the dryer is on so the air will extract to the outsideKind RegardsAnita
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1. Which 150mm cowl has the highest free area?
2. Can the damper be removed or disabled open for DUCSS153?
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QHi, 1. Which 150mm cowl has the highest free area? 2. Can the damper be removed or disabled open for DUCSS153?answer nowA Hello MatThank you for your questions. The gravity grille has 16, 000mm2 free air and the louvred grille has 11, 440mm2 free air. The free air does not apply to the cowled grilles in accordance with the manufacturers data, In regards to the DUCSS153 the damper is fitted with a split pin so could be removed. Kind RegardsAnita
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I have an issue with water penetrating a plastic covered vent over a window in a bathroom , is the 100mm referring to the outside square or the pipe diameter ? its to go on a bather extractor .
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QHi , I have an issue with water penetrating a plastic covered vent over a window in a bathroom , is the 100mm referring to the outside square or the pipe diameter ? its to go on a bather extractor .answer nowA Hello JeremyThank you for your question. The 100mm refers to the spigot on the back of the grille which fits into 100mm ducting pipe as the pipe is female and the spigot on the grille is male. If I can help any further please do not hesitate to contact meKind ReagrdsAnita
I need to know the diameter of of the spiggot and the dimensions of the square ss frame.
Does it have insect mesh?
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QI need to know the diameter of of the spiggot and the dimensions of the square ss frame. Does it have insect mesh?answer nowA Hello BrianThank you for your question. The spigot on this item is 6 150mm the dimensions of the square is 180mm x180mm and no this item does not have insect mesh it has a damper which will close when the fan is not in use and stop the blow back of air. If we can help any further please do not hesitate to contact usKind RegardsAnita
Is this an inlet vent or outlet? Which direction does the valve allow airflow?
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A Hello SimonThank you for your question. This vent is for external use only. The cowl is designed for the wind to bounce off and there is a damper within the cowl to stop the blow back of air. If you could advise me of your application i will advise you furtherKind RegardsAnita
I would like to fit a metal cowled cover over an existing grille: can I use only the cover part and have it screwed to the outside wall? What are its exact dimensions? And will it impact significantly on the airflow (which is _700m3/hr)? Many thanks for your help.
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QI would like to fit a metal cowled cover over an existing grille: can I use only the cover part and have it screwed to the outside wall? What are its exact dimensions? And will it impact significantly on the airflow (which is _700m3/hr)? Many thanks for your help.answer nowA Hello RitaThank you for your question Unfortunately the cover on this item can not be removed as it is fixed. We do sell cowl covers but they only come in plastic. If you would like to have a look at the range you can do so buy entering rytons into the search bar on our website.Kind RegardsAnita
looking at the reviews - I can see that this is cowl is not flat to the wall but does the hinge shut at 90 degrees
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Qlooking at the reviews - I can see that this is cowl is not flat to the wall but does the hinge shut at 90 degreesanswer nowA Hello MandyHopefully I have understood the question?This is a weather cowl (protection from wind and rain) and the flap is opened by air pressure from a powered fan, when the fan is not operating the flap will close by means of gravity. If your question regarding 90 degrees means your intention is to rotate the cowl to the left or right, the flap would not close.
looking at a product to fit into a 1hr fire break wall to allow the sprinkler water out but prevent air getting back in during normal times. Can you recommend a suitable product. we need 10 to 30
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Qlooking at a product to fit into a 1hr fire break wall to allow the sprinkler water out but prevent air getting back in during normal times. Can you recommend a suitable product. we need 10 to 30answer nowA Hello DavidI hope I have interpreted the question correctly as I am not sure how water from a sprinkler system would enter an air duct?The product referred to is a termination for an intermittent extract system that prevents backdraught (air entering from outside) when the extraction is not active. It is designed to be installed in extract ducting and if passing through a fire rated wall the duct would need to have a Fire cuff, Fire Wrap or (if metal ducting) a Fire block installed. In the case of fire these crush the duct or expand internally blocking the passage of air and smoke, and therefore water.
Does this outlet push to fit (if used with rigid plastic ducting) or does it need sealing e.g. with tape?
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QDoes this outlet push to fit (if used with rigid plastic ducting) or does it need sealing e.g. with tape?answer nowA Hello JonathanThank you for your question. You can silicone the spigot on the grille which will then fit inside the pipe you can then screw or rivet to secure before pushing back through the wall and fixing the grille to the outside wall. If I can help any further please do not hesitate to contact meKind RegardsAnita
The price in euros including transport to Portugal for s/stl above item if possible w/bird protection mush .I have to install on outside wall from kitchen exhaust /chimney.Thanks
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QThe price in euros including transport to Portugal for s/stl above item if possible w/bird protection mush .I have to install on outside wall from kitchen exhaust /chimney.Thanksanswer nowA Hello OrlandoThank you for your question. The price for the item and shipping is below. This is for the 150mm not 125mm is this correct?Grille Price in euros. 26.46 Excluding Vat 31.76 Including VatShipping Cost in euros. 28.16 Excluding Vat 33.80 Including Vat.If I can help any further please do not hesitate to contact meKind RegardsAnita
Hi, can the cowl and flap be temporarily dismantled to allow the internal radius of the vent to be sealed against the smaller duct?
Long story, but I have a big hole in the wall with a small duct, neither of which are easy to fix, so Im hoping to solve both problems with this large cover, so long as I can seal the outside of the smaller duct against the inner edge of this vents spigot.
Thanks
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QHi, can the cowl and flap be temporarily dismantled to allow the internal radius of the vent to be sealed against the smaller duct? Long story, but I have a big hole in the wall with a small duct, neither of which are easy to fix, so Im hoping to solve both problems with this large cover, so long as I can seal the outside of the smaller duct against the inner edge of this vents spigot. Thanksanswer nowA Hi LyndonYou havent indicated the smaller duct size but I would imagine it should be 125mm or 100mm round, therefore have a look at the following items by entering these codes into the quick search bar.QS1591 - female coupling that will fit over the cowls spigotQS8830 - Reducer fits into coupling and reduces to 100mmQS8831 - Reducer fits into coupling and reduces to 125mmHope this helps
Im looking for a stainless steel vent/grille to fit on the end of a Neff cooker Hood which has an extraction rate of 730m3/hr. It has a 150mm dia outlet and will need approx. 1.5m of hose. Will the free area be enough for this extraction rate? I also seem to have a problem with wasps trying to nest about the house and I dont want them in the extraction hose, will this particular model prevent insects with the non return flap or would I be better off with the DUCSS150, although the free area of this is lesser.
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QIm looking for a stainless steel vent/grille to fit on the end of a Neff cooker Hood which has an extraction rate of 730m3/hr. It has a 150mm dia outlet and will need approx. 1.5m of hose. Will the free area be enough for this extraction rate? I also seem to have a problem with wasps trying to nest about the house and I dont want them in the extraction hose, will this particular model prevent insects with the non return flap or would I be better off with the DUCSS150, although the free area of this is lesser.answer nowA Hello MartinThe 150mm outlet on the hood means, to ensure adequate free air extraction, 150mm ducting should be used and rigid ducting if possible, plastic is fine.The DUCSS150 outlet has an insect mesh behind the louvres so wasps will not be able to enter the duct. The DUCSS153 has a slight advantage in free airflow and the non return valve closes when the hood is not in operation although this does not have an insect mesh. The difference between the two should not affect the fan performance noticeably.
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I need a vent cowl for an inlet pipe for stove ventilation. Can the damper component be removed completely?
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QHi, I need a vent cowl for an inlet pipe for stove ventilation. Can the damper component be removed completely?answer nowA Hi AndrewThe quick answer is yes, to fix the back plate to the wall requires removing the blast cowl section and it is this that keeps the damper in place so replacing the cowl without the damper should achieve the desired result.
Does the flap operate quietly and effectively?
Why has the price been reduced?
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A Hello MikeThe spigot is fitted with a foam rubber gasket on the inside rim and there is a buffer stop of the same material on the inside of the cowl so that metal does not come into contact with metal.Although steel prices have been steadily rising and price increases are imminent (01/08) we have a temporary excess stock of this product and this is reflected in the price.RegardsIan
Do you do a fire resistant internal vent suitable to fit behind a log burner - needs to withstand temperatures of up to 300 degrees?
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QDo you do a fire resistant internal vent suitable to fit behind a log burner - needs to withstand temperatures of up to 300 degrees?answer nowA Hello Nigel Thank you for your question. Unfortunately we are unable to help you on this occasion as none of our grilles withstand the heat that is being extracted from your wood burner. Kind Regards Anita
Would this be suitable to provide air flow for a gas fire or does the flap require a fan to push the flap open?
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QWould this be suitable to provide air flow for a gas fire or does the flap require a fan to push the flap open?answer nowA Hello Jim Thank you for your question. This item does require air to open the flap. We recommend a black hole ventilator for gas fires if you know how much free air is required. Here are two options for you. QS2851, QS2847
Can this be mounted on the soffit board? i.e. Horizontally.
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A Hello David, There is no restriction to fitting this item horizontally in terms of a physical restriction, but due to the design of the vent you may find that the damper flap will remain constantly open due to the effect of gravity.If you would still like to use a damper to prevent backdraughts in the system you can use either a metal ERK backdraught shutter (Part: GALERK125) or a plastic backdraught shutter (Part: DUCVKC353 elsewhere in your duct run.Please do not hesitate to contact me direct if you have any queries and I will be glad to assist.Kind regards, Michael
Is the non-return flap in this item (model DUCSS103) spring loaded or does it rattle in windy weather?
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QIs the non-return flap in this item (model DUCSS103) spring loaded or does it rattle in windy weather?answer nowA Hello Michael Thank you for your question The Damper flap is attached by a wire hinge and is designed to close with the aid of gravity this means it is only suitable for wall mounted applications.
I want to connect this to a rangemaster cooker hod. It will require a 90 degree bend. not sure if I buy metal or plastic ducting, what I would need and how it connects together. Can you help?
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QI want to connect this to a rangemaster cooker hod. It will require a 90 degree bend. not sure if I buy metal or plastic ducting, what I would need and how it connects together. Can you help?answer nowA Hello Brian Thank you for your question. You will have to go from rectangular to round and I will need to know the diameter of the rectangular ducting you have as other items will be needed. Please give me a call on 0208 463 9683 Anita
David Cant (verified owner) –
A masterclass on customer service. Brillant advice from start to finish. Clearly very knowledgeable people who enjoy their work and know their products inside out. Delivered on time and in perfect condition.
Glenn Neaves (verified owner) –
Excellent customer service. Although I was originally sent the wrong vent, a replacement was sent out the next day. Very good quality vent outlet cover. Sales team very knowledgeable and helpful.
Mike Walker (verified owner) –
The real test will come in the winter when I find out how much of the cold draught that currently blows into the extractor duct and then into the kitchen is excluded. I am hopeful!
Anonymous (verified owner) –
The Exterior of the vent is fine and well made but the hinged part of the flat was flimsy. The unit had to be tilted to about 80 degrees to make the flap close. I fiddled with the hinge and the flap stayed open at the vertical angle. I didnt want to bother posting it back because I suspected that a replacement might not be any better. I decided to install it at this non vertical angle as it is at the top of the house and no-one will notice. I had to put a spacer under it and put extra mortar in over the bottom open aspect. If you purchase, ask the supplier to check that the flap closes at vertical 90 degree angle.
Rod Matthews (verified owner) –
Absolutely right for my purpose and efficiently delivered. Excellent value.
Matthew Robinson (verified owner) –
looks great, would be 5 stars where not for fact it came with 2 screws not 4 and no fixings at all.
Tim Feest (verified owner) –
This was purchased to replace an old, and in windy conditions very noisy, plastic vent. Installation was a simple matter; and whilst the non-return flap in the new vent does make a noise when its windy (reflected in the four-star rating: if I could do so Id give it four-and-a half) its a lot quieter than the old one. The vent looks very smart and being stainless steel this wont suffer UV degradation as did the plastic one 9and should be easy to clean when the time comes). Overall, pleased with the product and very pleased with the service from i-sells.
Andrew London (verified owner) –
Great product, but if you have a straight wall the door doesnt stay closed when there is no air coming out of your extractor fan, it just knocks every few seconds and is really annoying.
Tim Wright (verified owner) –
Well constructed and looks good.
Gordon Ewing (verified owner) –
The flap has no spring to keep it closed when the fan is off. So, despite having a rubber edge on the flap, you hear a metallic banging sound when it is disturbed by the wind. Needs to be redesigned with a spring to hold it closed when fan is off.
Robert Goodsall (verified owner) –
Well made but major issue with the design is the back draft vent that catches the slightest breeze and bangs. This noise is then amplified by the ducting. As detailed by others the vent never seemed to actually shut fully and it could benefit from a slight angle to help gravity close when not in use. After three days of constant noise it had to come down and old plastic unit re-installed.
Jeff Parkin (verified owner) –
Just what I wanted….
Jeff Parkin (verified owner) –
Just what I wanted….
Ian Thomas (verified owner) –
Havent installed yet but looks good and appears well made.
Neil Douglas (verified owner) –
Good quality gear at a good price and very rapid delivery. Would certainly use this company again.
Neil Douglas (verified owner) –
Good quality gear at a good price and very rapid delivery. Would certainly use this company again.
Neil Douglas (verified owner) –
Good quality gear at a good price and very rapid delivery. Would certainly use this company again.