{"product_id":"verplas-160mm-thermal-ducting-t-piece-tss-160-tp","title":"Verplas 160mm Thermal Ducting T-Piece TSS-160-TP","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-TP\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003e160mm diameter T-piece for the Verplas Rapid Self-Seal Thermal Ducting system\u003c\/strong\u003e, enabling a single main duct run to branch into two directions — or allowing two inlet runs to combine into one. It is the essential fitting for \u003cstrong\u003emulti-point extract or supply ventilation layouts\u003c\/strong\u003e such as MVHR branch runs, dMEV installations serving multiple rooms, or solar air heating distribution. The body is fully insulated in \u003cstrong\u003eNeopor® graphite-impregnated EPS\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the fitting ships complete with \u003cstrong\u003efemale Click \u0026amp; Lock connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e on the branch sockets.\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;\"\u003eAll Three Ports\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;\"\u003e3-Port\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.82em;color:#444;margin-top:2px;\"\u003eT-Piece Configuration\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;\"\u003e0.03 W\/mK\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.82em;color:#444;margin-top:2px;\"\u003eThermal Conductivity\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;\"\u003eNeopor® EPS\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.82em;color:#444;margin-top:2px;\"\u003eInsulation\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\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\u003eSystem Design Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e When branching a main duct run with the TSS-160-TP, always account for the \u003cstrong\u003eairflow split between the two branch legs\u003c\/strong\u003e in your ventilation design. Each branch will carry a proportion of the total flow — consult your system design tool or fan specification to balance accordingly.\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\u003eOrientation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The T-piece can be installed horizontally or vertically. Ensure the branch port is \u003cstrong\u003esupported adequately\u003c\/strong\u003e at the joint to avoid placing lever load on the EPS body.\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;\"\u003eThree-Port Branching\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.92em;color:#333;\"\u003eCreates a \u003cstrong\u003e1-into-2 or 2-into-1 duct split\u003c\/strong\u003e within a fully insulated fitting — maintaining thermal protection at the most complex part of the duct layout.\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;\"\u003eNeopor® EPS Body\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.92em;color:#333;\"\u003eThe complete T-piece, including the branch junction, is moulded from \u003cstrong\u003eNeopor® graphite-impregnated EPS\u003c\/strong\u003e, preventing condensation at the branching point where uninsulated fittings are most vulnerable.\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;\"\u003eFemale Click \u0026amp; Lock on Branch Sockets\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.92em;color:#333;\"\u003eBranch sockets feature \u003cstrong\u003eintegral female Self-Seal connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e that accept the male ends of TSS-160 duct lengths, creating airtight joints without tape or sealant.\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;\"\u003eIdeal for MVHR \u0026amp; dMEV Layouts\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.92em;color:#333;\"\u003eThe T-piece is a core component of \u003cstrong\u003emulti-room ventilation runs\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing a main spine duct to branch to individual room extract or supply points.\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;\"\u003eMates precisely with all \u003cstrong\u003eTSS-160 series duct lengths, bends, connectors, and adaptors\u003c\/strong\u003e for a coherent, fully-sealed system throughout.\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;\"\u003eAward-Winning Verplas Design\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:.92em;color:#333;\"\u003ePart of the UK's first push-fit thermal ducting system — \u003cstrong\u003eaward-winning for its efficiency and ease of installation\u003c\/strong\u003e in domestic and light commercial settings.\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-TP\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 (all three ports)\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;\"\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;color:#555;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eT-piece — 1 main run, 2 branch outlets (or reverse)\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;\"\u003eNeopor® graphite-impregnated EPS\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;\"\u003eThermal Conductivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;color:#555;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.03 W\/mK\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;\"\u003eThermal Resistance (R value)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;color:#555;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.666 m²K\/W at 20 mm wall thickness\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;\"\u003eEPS Density\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;color:#555;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e25 kg\/m³ minimum\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;\"\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:#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;\"\u003eConnectors Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;color:#555;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFemale Click \u0026amp; Lock fittings on branch sockets\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;\"\u003eFlame Retardancy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;color:#555;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDIN 4102 B1\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;\"\u003eCompliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 12px;color:#555;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUK Building Regulations Part F 2010 \u0026amp; NHBC Chapter 3.2\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;\"\u003eCan the T-piece be used to combine two duct runs into one?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;font-size:.92em;color:#333;background:#fff;\"\u003eYes. The TSS-160-TP is symmetrical and can function in either direction — \u003cstrong\u003esplitting one run into two or combining two runs into one\u003c\/strong\u003e — depending on your installation design.\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 do I balance the airflow at a T-piece split?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;font-size:.92em;color:#333;background:#fff;\"\u003eAirflow balance at a T-piece depends on the relative resistance of each branch. In a \u003cstrong\u003eproperly designed MVHR or dMEV system\u003c\/strong\u003e, branch lengths and fittings are calculated to achieve the required flow at each outlet. Balancing valves can also be used at the terminal to trim flow.\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 T-piece maintain full insulation at the junction?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;font-size:.92em;color:#333;background:#fff;\"\u003eYes. The Neopor® EPS body covers the complete junction including the branching point, ensuring \u003cstrong\u003eno thermal bridge or condensation risk\u003c\/strong\u003e at the T-split itself.\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;\"\u003eWhat is the maximum airflow the T-piece can handle?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;font-size:.92em;color:#333;background:#fff;\"\u003eThe TSS-160-TP is sized for standard domestic ventilation flows through a 160mm duct. Consult your \u003cstrong\u003efan or MVHR unit specification\u003c\/strong\u003e for maximum system flow rates appropriate to your installation.\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 T-piece with 125mm duct on one branch?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 14px;font-size:.92em;color:#333;background:#fff;\"\u003eNo — all three ports are 160mm. To interface with a 125mm branch, a \u003cstrong\u003eseparate reducer fitting\u003c\/strong\u003e would be required at the relevant port.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Verplas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64748917326173,"sku":"TSS-160-TP","price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/2051\/3629\/files\/Verplas160mmThermalDuctingT-PieceTSS-160-TP.webp?v=1779293343","url":"https:\/\/qualityheating.co.uk\/products\/verplas-160mm-thermal-ducting-t-piece-tss-160-tp","provider":"AIZO Quality Heating","version":"1.0","type":"link"}