Drive Cleat Duct Connector

Seal joints with approved duct mastic sealants.

Drive cleat duct connector.

This drive cleat is used to join two pieces of rectangular duct together. Speedi products drive cleats are for joining horizontal ends of square or rectangular ducts. If a low cost solution is needed ductmate offers a wide range of high quality and versatile. Slide over the hemmed edges of the joints and secure the two pieces of duct.

Used on the narrow sides of transverse duct connections of rectangular ductwork. We offer a variety of premium connectors for rectangular spiral round and oval ducts. Cl d slip and drive cl d slip and cl d drive is a self sealing duct connection system for low pressure duct work which eliminates labor and material costs associated with sealing your duct work. The drive cleat is secured to the 360 degree flanged section on left formed by a cleatbender or drive turn machine.

For most low and medium pressure jobs duct slip and drive connections meet smacna standards. Slip drive duct installation. Can be used for remodeling do it yourself and new residential projects. Slip and drive duct connection.

Ducts are commonly joined together by two means the simple anchoring drive cleat and the reinforcing connec tor. Item 120171 model gvl0254 bgvl0254 b. Also used in conjunction with flat s cleats or standing s cleats mounted on the long side of the joints. Can be hammered into place.

Made of galvanized sheet metal with notched ends for easy installation. Our slips and drives are also available cut to length. This product was proudly made in the usa using galvanized steel construction for durability and rust prevention. Used in small duct applications and low pressure.

How to make and use the drive cleat the drive cleat is used for anchoring two ducts together usually on the two narrow sides of ducts that are 180 or less. Slip drive duct the most common transverse end to end connection for commercial hvac duct. The flat s lock is hammered onto the section on right. These cleats are sleeves of galvanize steel that help to securely assemble the top and bottom s and left and right sides drive of rectangular duct runs.

S cleats are used to connect the long side of the duct while drive cleats are used to connect the short side. Ductmate offers standing s and standing drive cleat in a variety of metal and gauges. They are also used in combination where desirable. Available in 5 or 10 lengths.

These products are self sealing and add structural integrity improving installation time and the duct system itself.