The DuraTech All-Fuel Double-Chimney System represents a cutting-edge solution for safe and efficient venting of various heating appliances. Engineered for optimal performance and safety, DuraTech boasts a unique design with a thermal insulation blanket situated between dual walls. This construction maintains a cool outer chimney wall while ensuring high flue gas temperatures for exceptional draft performance. With added safety measures, a hassle-free installation process, and broad application compatibility, DuraTech is a reliable choice for all your venting needs.
Key Features
Thermal Tech Insulation: DuraTech incorporates a Thermal Tech blanket insulation that enhances safety by keeping the outer chimney wall cool while promoting high flue gas temperatures for efficient draft performance.
Enhanced Wall Thickness: The inner wall of DuraTech chimney pipes is 25% thicker than competitors, providing an additional margin of safety without the need for locking bands or mechanical fasteners.
Easy Installation: DuraTech's sleek 1" wall design facilitates straightforward installations, even in spaces with 16" on-center framing. A Reduced Clearance Square Ceiling Support Box is available for tight installations (6" diameter DuraTech only).
High-Temperature Durability: Designed for normal, continuous operation at 1000°F flue gas temperatures, DuraTech undergoes rigorous testing, including one hour at 1400°F and three ten-minute chimney fire tests at 2100°F, ensuring exceptional durability and safety.
Applications: DuraTech is a double-wall, all-fuel chimney system suitable for a wide range of heating appliances, including wood stoves, fireplaces, furnaces, boilers, ranges, water heaters, and appliances fueled by wood, oil, coal, or gas. It is also compatible with zero-clearance factory-built fireplaces.
Materials and Construction
- 5"-8" diameter pipes feature an inner wall made of .020" 430 stainless steel.
- Outer wall options include .016" 430 stainless steel or .021" galvalume steel.
- A Thermal Tech (ceramic refractory) blanket insulation is securely encased between the walls.
- Stainless steel end rings provide a reliable seal for the pipe.
- Clearances: DuraTech requires a minimal 2" clearance to combustible materials, ensuring safe installation in various spaces.
- Shrouds: The DuraTech system is UL Listed with DuraVent shroud specifications, offering additional assurance of quality and safety.
- Diameters: DuraTech is available in diameters ranging from 5" to 8", providing flexibility to suit different venting needs.
- Listings: DuraTech is c-UL-us Listed to UL 103 HT and ULC S604 (MH7399), meeting stringent industry standards for quality and safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use DuraTech chimney pipes with a wood stove, fireplace, or other heating appliances?
A: Yes, DuraTech is suitable for use with wood stoves, fireplaces, furnaces, boilers, ranges, water heaters, and appliances fueled by wood, oil, coal, or gas, including zero-clearance factory-built fireplaces.
Q: How does DuraTech's insulation work, and why is it important?
A: DuraTech's Thermal Tech insulation maintains a cool outer chimney wall while ensuring high flue gas temperatures. This dual-wall insulation design enhances safety and draft performance.
Q: What is the clearance requirement for DuraTech chimney pipes?
A: DuraTech requires a minimal 2" clearance to combustible materials, allowing for safe installations in various environments.
Q: Is DuraTech compatible with specific shroud specifications?
A: Yes, DuraTech is UL Listed with DuraVent shroud specifications, providing an extra layer of assurance regarding quality and safety.
Q: Are DuraTech chimney pipes available in different diameters?
A: Yes, DuraTech is available in diameters ranging from 5" to 8", offering flexibility to suit various venting requirements.
DuraTech's All-Fuel Double-Chimney System is a top-tier solution for safe and efficient venting of heating appliances, backed by its advanced design, durability, and compatibility with a wide range of applications.
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