DBX1017FR Fire Rated Metal Dryer Vent Box

Part numbers:

DBX1017FR6 (For 2×6 framed walls)

DBX1017FR4 (For 2×4 or 2×6 framed walls)

Packaging:

The DBX1017FR’s are packaged 10 per carton

Dimensions:

The DBX1017FR6 is 17’’ tall and 10’’ wide & 4 ¼ deep

The DBX1017FR4 is 17’’ tall and 10’’ wide & 3 1/2 deep

Benefits:

The inexpensive DBX1017FR is powder coated white to match the washer box. Designed and tested to meet 1 hour equal F& T fire rating requirement for through penetration fire rated system. The required length identification label that is attached inside the DBX1017FR saves you money and time. We are the only company who includes it while other companies charge you a few dollars for it separately.

Building Code:

APPROVED FOR SINGLE AND MULTI-FAMILY CONSTRUCTION
THE DBX1017FR MEETS THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A 1 HOUR FIRESTOP SYSTEM FOR BOTH WOOD AND METAL FRAMED WALLS.
** see installation instructions

INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE
SECTION 504
CLOTHES DRYER EXHUAST

SECTION 504.2 EXHAUST PENETRATIONS
Where a clothes dryer exhaust duct penetrates a wall or ceiling membrane, the annular space shall be sealed with noncombustible material, approved fire caulking or a noncombustible dryer exhaust duct wall receptacle.

SECTION 1502.4.6
“LENGTH IDENTIFICATION”
This section requires the installer to provide a tag or label within 6′ of the dryer exhaust stating how many elbows and length of the dryer exhaust until it exits the residence.

CONSTRUCTION SOLUTIONS PROVIDES THE LABEL INSIDE THE DRYER VENT BOX AT NO COST TO MEET THE BUILDING CODE REQUIREMENT.