{"product_id":"verplas-160mm-thermal-duct-to-fitting-connector-tss-160-dfcon","title":"Verplas 160mm Thermal Duct to Fitting Connector TSS-160-DFCON","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-DFCON\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003e160mm Duct-to-Fitting connector for the Verplas Rapid Self-Seal Thermal Ducting system\u003c\/strong\u003e. It provides an \u003cstrong\u003eairtight, push–click–lock joint between a cut or male-ended thermal duct section and a female-socketed fitting\u003c\/strong\u003e — such as a bend, T-piece, or transition piece. This slim coupling maintains the system's DW\/143 Class A airtightness at the joint without tape, sealant, or tools, and is the correct connector to use when a duct length has been field-cut and its integral connector removed.\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-Fitting\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\u003eWhen to Use DFCON vs DDCON:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the \u003cstrong\u003eTSS-160-DFCON (Duct to Fitting)\u003c\/strong\u003e when joining a duct end to a fitting socket (bend, T-piece, etc.). Use the \u003cstrong\u003eTSS-160-DDCON (Duct to Duct)\u003c\/strong\u003e when joining two plain duct lengths together. Using the correct connector maintains system airtightness.\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-Fitting Interface\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.92em;color:#333;\"\u003eSpecifically designed to \u003cstrong\u003ejoin a duct section's male end to a female fitting socket\u003c\/strong\u003e — ensuring the correct sealing geometry is maintained at each joint type.\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;\"\u003eAirtight Self-Seal Technology\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.92em;color:#333;\"\u003eThe push–click–lock mechanism creates a \u003cstrong\u003efactory-guaranteed, airtight connection exceeding DW\/143 Class A\u003c\/strong\u003e criteria — no tape, sealant, or clamps required.\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;\"\u003eEssential After Field Cutting\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.92em;color:#333;\"\u003eWhen a duct length is cut on-site, the integral connector is lost. The TSS-160-DFCON \u003cstrong\u003erestores a proper sealed connection\u003c\/strong\u003e at the cut end, maintaining system integrity.\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;\"\u003eLightweight \u0026amp; Non-Intrusive\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.92em;color:#333;\"\u003eThe slim connector profile adds \u003cstrong\u003eminimal bulk to the joint\u003c\/strong\u003e, keeping the run compact in tight ceiling and loft 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;\"\u003eSystem-Wide Compatibility\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.92em;color:#333;\"\u003eDesigned to work with all \u003cstrong\u003eTSS-160 series fittings\u003c\/strong\u003e — bends, T-pieces, adaptors, and the DDCON duct-to-duct connector — as part of the complete Verplas thermal system.\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 Joints\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.92em;color:#333;\"\u003eReplacing site tape with a \u003cstrong\u003ecertified Self-Seal connector\u003c\/strong\u003e removes the most common source of airtightness failure in domestic ventilation duct installations.\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-DFCON\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 Fitting\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;\"\u003eWhat is the difference between the DFCON and DDCON?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;font-size:.92em;color:#333;background:#fff;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDFCON (Duct to Fitting)\u003c\/strong\u003e joins a duct male end to a fitting female socket — the geometry is designed for this specific interface. The \u003cstrong\u003eDDCON (Duct to Duct)\u003c\/strong\u003e joins two duct lengths. Using the wrong connector can compromise airtightness.\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;\"\u003eDo I need to use this connector every time I connect to a fitting?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;font-size:.92em;color:#333;background:#fff;\"\u003eNot necessarily. Each TSS-160 duct length comes with an integral connector, so straight connections from duct to fitting use this built-in connector. The DFCON is needed when the \u003cstrong\u003eintegral connector has been removed by field cutting\u003c\/strong\u003e, or when a separate connector is required for system design reasons.\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 the DFCON supplied with each duct length or fitting?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;font-size:.92em;color:#333;background:#fff;\"\u003eNo — it is sold separately for use as needed. \u003cstrong\u003eDuct lengths include their own integral connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e, and most fittings include their required sockets. The DFCON is a supplementary connector for cut sections and custom installations.\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 DFCON to repair a damaged joint?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;font-size:.92em;color:#333;background:#fff;\"\u003eYes. If a joint has been incorrectly assembled or damaged, the TSS-160-DFCON can be used to \u003cstrong\u003ere-establish a proper airtight connection\u003c\/strong\u003e at a duct-to-fitting 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;\"\u003eDoes the DFCON require any sealant?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;font-size:.92em;color:#333;background:#fff;\"\u003eNo. The Self-Seal mechanism uses an \u003cstrong\u003eintegral thermoplastic elastomeric gasket\u003c\/strong\u003e that creates the airtight seal on push-fit — no additional sealant is required or recommended under normal installation conditions.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Verplas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64749387284829,"sku":"TSS-160-DFCON","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/2051\/3629\/files\/Verplas160mmThermalDucttoFittingConnectorTSS-160-DFCON.webp?v=1779294891","url":"https:\/\/qualityheating.co.uk\/products\/verplas-160mm-thermal-duct-to-fitting-connector-tss-160-dfcon","provider":"AIZO Quality Heating","version":"1.0","type":"link"}