{"product_id":"verplas-160mm-thermal-duct-to-duct-connector-tss-160-ddcon","title":"Verplas 160mm Thermal Duct to Duct Connector TSS-160-DDCON","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:16px;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#222;max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTSS-160-DDCON\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003e160mm Duct-to-Duct connector for the Verplas Rapid Self-Seal Thermal Ducting system\u003c\/strong\u003e. It provides a \u003cstrong\u003esimple, airtight push–click–lock joint between two 160mm thermal duct lengths\u003c\/strong\u003e — for example when extending a run beyond the reach of a single 2m section, or when joining two sections that have both been field-cut. Using the correct manufacturer connector at every duct-to-duct junction maintains the system's \u003cstrong\u003eDW\/143 Class A airtightness\u003c\/strong\u003e and eliminates the condensation and leakage risks associated with taped joins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;justify-content:space-around;background:#e6f4f3;border-radius:6px;padding:8px 4px;margin:18px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;padding:12px 8px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:1.5em;font-weight:800;color:#008377;\"\u003e160mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.82em;color:#444;margin-top:2px;\"\u003eDiameter\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;padding:12px 8px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:1.5em;font-weight:800;color:#008377;\"\u003eDuct-to-Duct\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.82em;color:#444;margin-top:2px;\"\u003eConnection Type\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;padding:12px 8px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:1.5em;font-weight:800;color:#008377;\"\u003eDW\/143 Class A\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.82em;color:#444;margin-top:2px;\"\u003eAirtightness\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;padding:12px 8px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:1.5em;font-weight:800;color:#008377;\"\u003eTool-Free\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.82em;color:#444;margin-top:2px;\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;padding:12px 8px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:1.5em;font-weight:800;color:#008377;\"\u003eSelf-Seal\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.82em;color:#444;margin-top:2px;\"\u003ePush–Click–Lock\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#e6f4f3;border-left:4px solid #005c54;padding:12px 16px;margin:14px 0;border-radius:0 4px 4px 0;font-size:.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtending Duct Runs:\u003c\/strong\u003e The TSS-160-DDCON is the correct connector when joining \u003cstrong\u003etwo 160mm duct lengths end to end\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each duct length ships with one male connector; the DDCON provides the corresponding join when a duct has been cut or an additional coupling is needed.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff8e1;border-left:4px solid #c77a00;padding:12px 16px;margin:14px 0;border-radius:0 4px 4px 0;font-size:.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDDCON vs DFCON:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the \u003cstrong\u003eDDCON (Duct to Duct)\u003c\/strong\u003e when joining two duct lengths. Use the \u003cstrong\u003eDFCON (Duct to Fitting)\u003c\/strong\u003e when joining a duct end to a bend, T-piece, or other fitting. The connector geometry differs — always use the correct type for each joint.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#008377CF;color:#fff;padding:10px 16px;margin:28px 0 16px;border-radius:4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:.3px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fill,minmax(220px,1fr));gap:14px;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f0faf9;border:1px solid #c8e6e3;border-radius:6px;padding:16px 18px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700;color:#008377;text-decoration:underline;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003eDuct-to-Duct Extension\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.92em;color:#333;\"\u003eProvides the \u003cstrong\u003ecorrect joint geometry for connecting two 160mm thermal duct lengths\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most common junction type when extending ventilation runs in loft and ceiling voids.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f0faf9;border:1px solid #c8e6e3;border-radius:6px;padding:16px 18px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700;color:#008377;text-decoration:underline;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003eCertified Airtight Self-Seal\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.92em;color:#333;\"\u003eThe push–click–lock mechanism uses an integral elastomeric sealing gasket to create a \u003cstrong\u003econnection exceeding DW\/143 Class A airtightness\u003c\/strong\u003e — without tape, sealant, or clamps.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f0faf9;border:1px solid #c8e6e3;border-radius:6px;padding:16px 18px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700;color:#008377;text-decoration:underline;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003eEliminates Taped Joins\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.92em;color:#333;\"\u003eReplacing site tape with a \u003cstrong\u003ecertified DDCON connector\u003c\/strong\u003e removes the most common cause of system air leakage in domestic ventilation duct runs.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f0faf9;border:1px solid #c8e6e3;border-radius:6px;padding:16px 18px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700;color:#008377;text-decoration:underline;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003eCompact Coupling Profile\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.92em;color:#333;\"\u003eThe slim, lightweight connector adds \u003cstrong\u003eminimal length to the joined run\u003c\/strong\u003e, keeping the total duct system compact in confined installation spaces.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f0faf9;border:1px solid #c8e6e3;border-radius:6px;padding:16px 18px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700;color:#008377;text-decoration:underline;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003ePost-Cut Joint Recovery\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.92em;color:#333;\"\u003eWhen duct lengths are cut to suit on-site, the DDCON allows the \u003cstrong\u003ecorrect airtight connection to be re-established\u003c\/strong\u003e at either or both cut ends without returning to the integral connector.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f0faf9;border:1px solid #c8e6e3;border-radius:6px;padding:16px 18px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700;color:#008377;text-decoration:underline;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003eSystem-Wide Compatibility\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.92em;color:#333;\"\u003eDesigned to mate with all \u003cstrong\u003eTSS-160 duct lengths\u003c\/strong\u003e and complements the DFCON, bends, T-piece, and adaptor across the full Verplas 160mm thermal range.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#008377CF;color:#fff;padding:10px 16px;margin:28px 0 16px;border-radius:4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:.3px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:.92em;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f0faf9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:600;color:#333;width:45%;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;color:#555;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTSS-160-DDCON\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:600;color:#333;width:45%;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDiameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;color:#555;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e160 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f0faf9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:600;color:#333;width:45%;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eConnection Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;color:#555;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDuct to Duct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:600;color:#333;width:45%;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;color:#555;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eThermoplastic with elastomeric sealing gasket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f0faf9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:600;color:#333;width:45%;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;color:#555;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGrey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:600;color:#333;width:45%;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAirtightness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;color:#555;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eExceeds DW\/143 Class A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f0faf9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:600;color:#333;width:45%;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOperating Temperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;color:#555;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e−15°C to +60°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:600;color:#333;width:45%;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSystem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;color:#555;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eVerplas 160mm Rapid Self-Seal Thermal Ducting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f0faf9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;font-weight:600;color:#333;width:45%;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTools Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;color:#555;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#008377CF;color:#fff;padding:10px 16px;margin:28px 0 16px;border-radius:4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:.3px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:8px;border:1px solid #c8e6e3;border-radius:4px;overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"background:#008377CF;color:#fff;padding:11px 14px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:.95em;list-style:none;\"\u003eWhen do I need the DDCON instead of using the duct's integral connector?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;font-size:.92em;color:#333;background:#fff;\"\u003eEvery TSS-160 duct length includes one integral male connector. The DDCON is needed when \u003cstrong\u003eboth ends of a joint have lost their connector through field cutting\u003c\/strong\u003e, or when an additional coupling point is required outside the standard duct-to-duct interface.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:8px;border:1px solid #c8e6e3;border-radius:4px;overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"background:#008377CF;color:#fff;padding:11px 14px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:.95em;list-style:none;\"\u003eCan I use the DDCON to join a cut section to an uncut section?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;font-size:.92em;color:#333;background:#fff;\"\u003eYes. The DDCON provides a \u003cstrong\u003estandard male-to-male bridge connector\u003c\/strong\u003e that joins any two 160mm duct ends, whether cut or uncut, maintaining the system's airtightness standard at the joint.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:8px;border:1px solid #c8e6e3;border-radius:4px;overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"background:#008377CF;color:#fff;padding:11px 14px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:.95em;list-style:none;\"\u003eDoes the DDCON add significant length to the duct run?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;font-size:.92em;color:#333;background:#fff;\"\u003eThe coupling is compact and adds only a \u003cstrong\u003esmall amount of length at each joint\u003c\/strong\u003e — typically a few centimetres. Factor this into duct run calculations if precision installation length is critical.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:8px;border:1px solid #c8e6e3;border-radius:4px;overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"background:#008377CF;color:#fff;padding:11px 14px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:.95em;list-style:none;\"\u003eIs sealant required when using the DDCON?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;font-size:.92em;color:#333;background:#fff;\"\u003eNo. The Self-Seal gasket creates the airtight seal on push-fit assembly. \u003cstrong\u003eNo sealant, tape, or clamps are needed\u003c\/strong\u003e under normal installation conditions for joints that are within the rated temperature and pressure range.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:8px;border:1px solid #c8e6e3;border-radius:4px;overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"background:#008377CF;color:#fff;padding:11px 14px;cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:.95em;list-style:none;\"\u003eHow many DDCON connectors should I order for a typical installation?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;font-size:.92em;color:#333;background:#fff;\"\u003eOrder \u003cstrong\u003eone DDCON for each duct-to-duct joint that does not have an integral connector\u003c\/strong\u003e available — typically where sections have been cut on-site. It is good practice to keep a few spare connectors on-site during installation to account for unexpected cuts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Verplas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64749616988509,"sku":"TSS-160-DDCON","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/2051\/3629\/files\/Verplas160mmThermalDucttoDuctConnectorTSS-160-DDCON.jpg?v=1779295513","url":"https:\/\/qualityheating.co.uk\/products\/verplas-160mm-thermal-duct-to-duct-connector-tss-160-ddcon","provider":"AIZO Quality Heating","version":"1.0","type":"link"}