Engineering and Design Manual

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1 Shape/Suspension/Fabric Retention

Te x t i l e A i r D i s p e r s i o n Pr o d u c t s

2 Layout/Fittings

3 Air Dispersion

4 Fabric

5 Appendix

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 Table of Contents
Table of Contents/Introduction

Shape/Suspension/Fabric Retention
1 Shape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
SkeleCore FTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
SkeleCore IHS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3x1 Hanger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4x2 Hanger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Surface Mount. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Layout/Fittings
2 Design Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diameter Selection:
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Cylindrical Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
D-Shape Series - End Inlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
D-Shape Series - Top Inlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Quarter-Round Series - End Inlet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Quarter-Round Series - Top/Back Inlet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Zippers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Air Dispersion
3 Air Flow and Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Fabric. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Orientation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Nozzles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Orifices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Linear Vents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Fabric
4 Fabric Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

5 Appendix
Sample CAD Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Sample Fabric Porosity Design. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Sample Linear Vent Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Sample Adjustable Nozzle Design. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Sample Orifice Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Equipment Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
AHU Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Sound Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Critical Environments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
UnderFloorSox. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Warranty and Code Compliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Introduction
This Engineering and Design Manual will assist you through the design process for DuctSox Fabric Ductwork
and Diffuser Systems. The process involves the following key elements.

Shape/Suspension/Fabric Retention: Select shape and suspension/fabric retention, including SkeleCore,

Hanger, 1,2,or 3 row, or Surface Mount.

Layout/Fittings: Select DuctSox location, diameter, lengths, and required fittings.

Air Dispersion: Determine location and size of linear vents, nozzles, and/or orifices. Calculate required
porosity for air porous fabric used to supply air flow and static pressure.

Fabric: Select fabric based on product quality, porosity, color, and/or required air dispersion type.

There are also Options that can be added to your DuctSox Systems, such as AFDs and personalization
graphics. For more information, go to www.ductsox.com or call us at 1-866-382-8769.

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 Shape
Selecting the Shape of a DuctSox System is based on your application needs. DuctSox are available in
Cylindrical, D-Shape, or Quarter-Round. 1

Shape/Suspension/Fabric Retention
Round D-Shape Quarter-Round

Whether horizontal, vertical, or angled, Cylindrical DuctSox are available in a variety of suspension and
retention systems.

For applications where the DuctSox will be mounted against a flat surface (wall, ceiling, or both), the
Surface Mount products (D-Shape and Quarter-Round), feature flexibility for shape, configuration, and inlet
position (end, top, back).

Shape is also very important when considering what the system will look like when it is deflated. The
following illustrations depict the full range of suspension and fabric retention options when they are in the
deflated state. They are listed in order from largest change in internal volume (100% decrease/change) to
the smallest change in internal volume (0% decrease/change).

When AHU is off:

100% Deflation 20-10% Deflation

0%
Deflation

1 Row Cable 3 Row Cable 3x1 4x2

or Track or Track

45% Deflation 5-1% Deflation

SkeleCore FTS

2 Row Cable SkeleCore IHS D-Shape Quarter-Round

or Track

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When AHU is off:

No Change in Form
Shape/Suspension/Fabric Retention

100% of fabric is in tension

full circumference and length
Maximum tensioned section
is 42' (12,802mm)

Hook

Cylindrical Tensioning CTR 12:00

Ring (CTR): Used at both ends of Hook Detail
each tensioned section. Available in Gripple
diameters from 8” (203mm) to 60” Lock
(1524mm) (2” (51mm) increments).

CTR Wrench: Used to adjust Hook

the CTR and apply tension to the
fabric. Direct Hang
Cable Drop

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CTR IR IR IR IR IR IR CTR CTR

47’ (14.33m) Total Example

Length
0’ 6’ 12’ 18’ 24’ 30’ 36’ 42’ 47’
(0 m) (1.83m) (3.66m) (5.49m) (7.32m) (9.14m) (10.97m) (12.8m) (14.33m)

Shape/Suspension/Fabric Retention
Tensioned Section
Tensioned
Section

Top Zipper Tension Clips

Spacer Tube with Push Button:

Normally 71” (1803mm) in length
to provide 72” (1829mm) of
spacing between CTRs and IRs.
When this spacing is different, tubes
are factory cut and labeled as Cut
Tubes. End of tube with push-button
IR 12:00 Hook Detail is shown.
Intermediate Ring (IR):
Used at 6’ (1.83m)
intervals in the interior of
each tensioned section.
Available in diameters
from 8”(203mm) to 60”
(1524mm) (2”(51mm)
Spacer Tube Coupler:
When the last Spacer Tube of a
increments).
Tensioned Section is longer than 6’
Hook Coupler: Used to (1.83mm), a Spacer Tube Coupler
connect a Spacer Tube to the non- will be installed by the factory to
adjustable side of the CTR. create the correct length.

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When AHU is off:

Fabric supported radially

with internal rings
Cable every 5' (1,524mm)
Shape/Suspension/Fabric Retention

1.5” (38mm)
1-5% Deflation
Fabric tensioned at
12 o’clock to Cable

Glider Attachment

Cable Stop

1/8” (3mm)
Cable Only

Internal Hoops

Cable Intermediate Support

Type 1 Kit

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When AHU is off:

Fabric supported radially

with internal rings
every 5' (1,524mm) Track
1.5” (38mm)

Shape/Suspension/Fabric Retention
1-5% Deflation
Fabric tensioned at
12 o’clock to Track

Internal Hoops

Track Stop
Hook of
Cable Support

U-Track
Coupler

Quick-Connection
and Stud Cable End

Glider Attachment

U-Track Endcap Aluminum U-Track

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 1 3 x 1 Hanger When AHU is off:

Cable Fabric connection points at

3” (76mm) 10, 12 & 2 o’clock
Shape/Suspension/Fabric Retention

17% Deflation
Fabric tensioned at
12 o’clock to Cable

Glider Attachment

Cable Intermediate 1/8” (3mm)

Support Cable Only

Cable Stop
D-Ring

3x1 Sizing Reference Table

DuctSox Diameter Hanger Width
10” to 12” (254-305mm) 14 5/8” (371mm)

14” to 16” (356-406mm) 18 1/8” (460mm)

18” to 20” (457-508mm) 21 1/2” (546mm)

22” to 24” (559-610mm) 25 1/8” (638mm)

Plugs 26” to 28” (660-711mm) 28 3/8” (721mm)

30” to 32” (762-813mm) 31 7/8” (810mm)

34” to 36” (864-914mm) 35 3/8” (899mm)

38” to 40” (965-1016mm) 39” (991mm)

42” to 44” (1067-1118mm) 42 1/2” (1080mm)

46” to 48” (1168-1219mm) 46” (1168mm)

Type 1 Kit
Hanger Width

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 3 x 1 Hanger
1
When AHU is off:
Fabric connection points at Track
10, 12 & 2 o’clock

4 ½”
(114.3mm)

Shape/Suspension/Fabric Retention
17% Deflation
Fabric tensioned at Glider Attachment
12 o’clock to Track

Hook of
Cable Support
J Hook

Quick-Connection and
Stud Cable End
D-Ring

Plug

3x1 Sizing Reference Table

DuctSox Diameter Hanger Width
Aluminum U-Track 10” to 12” (254-305mm) 14 5/8” (371mm)

14” to 16” (356-406mm) 18 1/8” (460mm)

18” to 20” (457-508mm) 21 1/2” (546mm)

22” to 24” (559-610mm) 25 1/8” (638mm)

26” to 28” (660-711mm) 28 3/8” (721mm)

30” to 32” (762-813mm) 31 7/8” (810mm)

Track Stop 34” to 36” (864-914mm) 35 3/8” (899mm)

38” to 40” (965-1016mm) 39” (991mm)

42” to 44” (1067-1118mm) 42 1/2” (1080mm)

46” to 48” (1168-1219mm) 46” (1168mm)

U-Track Endcap

Hanger Width

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When AHU is off:
4 x 2 Hanger Fabric connection points
Cable A at 10, 11, 1 & 2 o’clock
1” 12% Deflation
(25mm)
Shape/Suspension/Fabric Retention

Fabric tensioned at
11&1 o’clock to Cable

Cable Intermediate Support

Glider
Attachment

Cable Stop

1/8” (3mm)
Cable Only
Plug

D-Ring

4x2 Sizing Reference Table

A
DuctSox
(distance between Hanger Width
Diameter
Type 1 Kit each cable)
50” to 52” 19 5/8” 49 3/8”
(1270-1321mm) (498mm) (1254mm)
54” to 56” 20 3/8” 52 7/8”
(1372-1422mm) (518mm) (1343mm)
58” to 60” 21” 56 3/8”
(1473-1524mm) (533mm) (1432mm)
A
1" (25 mm)

Hanger Width

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When AHU is off:

Fabric connection points

A 4 x 2 Hanger
at 10, 11, 1 & 2 o’clock 2 1 /2 ”
Track
12% Deflation (64mm)

Shape/Suspension/Fabric Retention
J Hook
Fabric tensioned at
11&1 o’clock to Track

Glider Attachment
Track Stop

Hook of
Cable Support

Quick-Connection and
Stud Cable End

Plug D-Ring

4x2 Sizing Reference Table

A
DuctSox
(distance between Hanger Width
Diameter
each track)
50” to 52” 19 5/8” 49 3/8”
(1270-1321mm) (498mm) (1254mm)
54” to 56” 20 3/8” 52 7/8”
(1372-1422mm) (518mm) (1343mm)
58” to 60” 21” 56 3/8”
(1473-1524mm) (533mm) (1432mm)
A
1" (25 mm)

U-Track Endcap Aluminum U-Track

Hanger Width

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 1 Cable When AHU is off:

100% Deflation 45% Deflation 17% Deflation

Fabric tensioned at Tensioned at Tensioned at
12 o’clock to Cable
Shape/Suspension/Fabric Retention

12 & 2 o’clock to Cable 10, 12 & 2 o’clock to Cable

One Row Cable Two Row Cable Three Row Cable

A A 1.5” (38mm)
1.5” (38mm)
B B

Two Row Cable Three Row Cable

Diameter A B Diameter A B Diameter A B Diameter A B
(inches) (inches) (inches) (mm) (mm) (mm) (inches) (inches) (inches) (mm) (mm) (mm)
12 10.83 1.63 305 275 41 12 10.83 1.63 305 275 41
14 12.56 2.13 356 319 54 14 12.56 2.13 356 319 54
16 14.29 2.63 406 363 67 16 14.29 2.63 406 363 67
18 16.02 3.13 457 407 79 18 16.02 3.13 457 407 79
20 17.75 3.63 508 451 92 20 17.75 3.63 508 451 92
22 19.49 4.13 559 495 105 22 19.49 4.13 559 495 105
24 21.22 4.63 610 539 117 24 21.22 4.63 610 539 117
26 22.95 5.13 660 583 130 26 22.95 5.13 660 583 130
28 24.68 5.63 711 627 143 28 24.68 5.63 711 627 143
30 26.41 6.13 762 671 156 30 26.41 6.13 762 671 156
32 28.15 6.63 813 715 168 32 28.15 6.63 813 715 168
34 29.88 7.13 864 759 181 34 29.88 7.13 864 759 181
36 31.61 7.63 914 803 194 36 31.61 7.63 914 803 194
38 33.34 8.13 965 847 206 38 33.34 8.13 965 847 206
40 35.07 8.63 1016 891 219 40 35.07 8.63 1016 891 219
42 36.81 9.13 1067 935 232 42 36.81 9.13 1067 935 232
44 38.54 9.63 1118 979 244 44 38.54 9.63 1118 979 244
46 40.27 10.13 1168 1023 257 46 40.27 10.13 1168 1023 257
48 42.00 10.63 1219 1067 270 48 42.00 10.63 1219 1067 270
50 43.73 11.13 1270 1111 283 50 43.73 11.13 1270 1111 283
52 45.47 11.63 1321 1155 295 52 45.47 11.63 1321 1155 295
54 47.20 12.13 1372 1199 308 54 47.20 12.13 1372 1199 308
56 48.93 12.63 1422 1243 321 56 48.93 12.63 1422 1243 321
58 50.66 13.13 1473 1287 333 58 50.66 13.13 1473 1287 333
60 52.39 13.63 1524 1331 346 60 52.39 13.63 1524 1331 346
62 54.13 14.13 1575 1375 359 62 54.13 14.13 1575 1375 359
64 55.86 14.63 1626 1419 371 64 55.86 14.63 1626 1419 371
66 57.59 15.13 1676 1463 384 66 57.59 15.13 1676 1463 384
68 59.32 15.63 1727 1507 397 68 59.32 15.63 1727 1507 397
70 61.05 16.13 1778 1551 410 70 61.05 16.13 1778 1551 410
72 62.79 16.63 1829 1595 422 72 62.79 16.63 1829 1595 422
74 64.52 17.13 1880 1639 435 74 64.52 17.13 1880 1639 435
76 66.25 17.63 1930 1683 448 76 66.25 17.63 1930 1683 448
78 67.98 18.13 1981 1727 460 78 67.98 18.13 1981 1727 460
80 69.72 18.63 2032 1771 473 80 69.72 18.63 2032 1771 473
82 71.45 19.13 2083 1815 486 82 71.45 19.13 2083 1815 486
84 73.18 19.63 2134 1859 498 84 73.18 19.63 2134 1859 498

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1
100% Deflation 45% Deflation 17% Deflation
Fabric tensioned at Tensioned at

Shape/Suspension/Fabric Retention
Tensioned at
12 o’clock to Track 12 & 2 o’clock to Track 10, 12 & 2 o’clock to Track

One Row Track Two Row Track Three Row Track

A
A
1.5” (38mm)
1.5” (38mm)
B B

Two Row Track Three Row Track

Diameter A B Diameter A B Diameter A B Diameter A B
(inches) (inches) (inches) (mm) (mm) (mm) (inches) (inches) (inches) (mm) (mm) (mm)
12 10.83 1.63 305 275 41 12 10.83 1.63 305 275 41
14 12.56 2.13 356 319 54 14 12.56 2.13 356 319 54
16 14.29 2.63 406 363 67 16 14.29 2.63 406 363 67
18 16.02 3.13 457 407 79 18 16.02 3.13 457 407 79
20 17.75 3.63 508 451 92 20 17.75 3.63 508 451 92
22 19.49 4.13 559 495 105 22 19.49 4.13 559 495 105
24 21.22 4.63 610 539 117 24 21.22 4.63 610 539 117
26 22.95 5.13 660 583 130 26 22.95 5.13 660 583 130
28 24.68 5.63 711 627 143 28 24.68 5.63 711 627 143
30 26.41 6.13 762 671 156 30 26.41 6.13 762 671 156
32 28.15 6.63 813 715 168 32 28.15 6.63 813 715 168
34 29.88 7.13 864 759 181 34 29.88 7.13 864 759 181
36 31.61 7.63 914 803 194 36 31.61 7.63 914 803 194
38 33.34 8.13 965 847 206 38 33.34 8.13 965 847 206
40 35.07 8.63 1016 891 219 40 35.07 8.63 1016 891 219
42 36.81 9.13 1067 935 232 42 36.81 9.13 1067 935 232
44 38.54 9.63 1118 979 244 44 38.54 9.63 1118 979 244
46 40.27 10.13 1168 1023 257 46 40.27 10.13 1168 1023 257
48 42.00 10.63 1219 1067 270 48 42.00 10.63 1219 1067 270
50 43.73 11.13 1270 1111 283 50 43.73 11.13 1270 1111 283
52 45.47 11.63 1321 1155 295 52 45.47 11.63 1321 1155 295
54 47.20 12.13 1372 1199 308 54 47.20 12.13 1372 1199 308
56 48.93 12.63 1422 1243 321 56 48.93 12.63 1422 1243 321
58 50.66 13.13 1473 1287 333 58 50.66 13.13 1473 1287 333
60 52.39 13.63 1524 1331 346 60 52.39 13.63 1524 1331 346
62 54.13 14.13 1575 1375 359 62 54.13 14.13 1575 1375 359
64 55.86 14.63 1626 1419 371 64 55.86 14.63 1626 1419 371
66 57.59 15.13 1676 1463 384 66 57.59 15.13 1676 1463 384
68 59.32 15.63 1727 1507 397 68 59.32 15.63 1727 1507 397
70 61.05 16.13 1778 1551 410 70 61.05 16.13 1778 1551 410
72 62.79 16.63 1829 1595 422 72 62.79 16.63 1829 1595 422
74 64.52 17.13 1880 1639 435 74 64.52 17.13 1880 1639 435
76 66.25 17.63 1930 1683 448 76 66.25 17.63 1930 1683 448
78 67.98 18.13 1981 1727 460 78 67.98 18.13 1981 1727 460
80 69.72 18.63 2032 1771 473 80 69.72 18.63 2032 1771 473
82 71.45 19.13 2083 1815 486 82 71.45 19.13 2083 1815 486
84 73.18 19.63 2134 1859 498 84 73.18 19.63 2134 1859 498

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 1 Surface Mount
D-Shape

Top Inlet
Aluminum C-Track
Angle
Bracket
When AHU is off:
D-Shape
1-5% Deflation

Inlet Collar, DuctBelt, DuctBuckle, and

Zipper for Easy Detachment
Shape/Suspension/Fabric Retention

2 Row C-Track at
3 & 9 o’clock

Coupler
Air Distribution (as specified)
Angle
Bracket
Cord-In Attachment
Tension Cleat (Hidden)

T-Bar Ceiling Clips

(optional)

Tension Cleat
Aluminum C-Track

End Inlet
Air Distribution (as specified)

Cord-In Attachment

Inlet Collar, DuctBelt, DuctBuckle, and Aluminum C-Track

Zipper for Easy Detachment

Quarter-Round Top or Side Inlet

When AHU is off:
Quarter Round
1-5% Deflation Tension Cleat
(Hidden)

Inlet Collar on Top or Back Coupler

Inlet Collar, DuctBelt, and DuctBuckle

Cord-In Attachment
2 Row C-Track at Air Distribution
(as specified)
3 & 6 o’clock

Tension Cleat
T-Bar Ceiling Clips
(optional)

Aluminum C-Track

End Inlet
Cord-In Attachment

Inlet Collar, DuctBelt, and DuctBuckle

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 Design Layout
Layout
A DuctSox System performs as both a duct and a diffuser. The system layout should target the general air
dispersion required, whether uniform dispersion or directed delivery. With the unlimited custom design
capabilities, there could be several solutions to any given application.

Simple and Economical Even Distribution

Layout/Fittings
Even Dispersion, Side AHU Location Targeted Airflow to Ends (Windows)

Notes
Because air outlets can be integrated into all sections, system design may vary significantly while still
providing excellent air dispersion. Size and orientation of air outlets may allow for a simple and less costly
layout than sheet metal designs.

There is seldom a need to reduce diameter or increase flow rates along straight lengths since the system
works off the basic extended plenum principle. When restriction in the DuctSox System is needed for proper
air distribution, an Adjustable Flow Device (AFD) should be included.

Prior to production, all shop drawings must be approved.

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 Diameter Selection
Cylindrical Series
The DuctSox system diameter is based on the airflow rate and inlet conditions at the beginning of the fabric
system.

1. First, find the column with the maximum Inlet Velocity you would like to stay under considering the
following guidelines.

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DIA = [(cfm x 4 x 144) / (Pi x Inlet Vel.)]^0.5

• 1,000 fpm (5.1 m/s) Maximum: Applications that are noise-sensitive

• 1,400 fpm (7.1 m/s) Maximum: With Fittings
• 1,600 fpm (8.1 m/s) Maximum: Straight Run
• 2,000 fpm (10.2 m/s) Maximum: SkeleCore FTS (please consult the DuctSox design team)

2. Then, move down that column until you find the airflow rate that just exceeds the rate for your system.
Layout/Fittings

3. And finally, move to the left in that row and your minimum DuctSox diameter will be indicated in-line
with your rate.

4. If the required diameter is too large for the space, consider splitting the airflow into multiple runs.

Inlet Velocity
Diameter 1000 fpm 5.1 m/s 1200 fpm 6.1 m/s 1400 fpm 7.1 m/s 1600 fpm 8.1 m/s 2000 fpm 10.2 m/s
inches mm CFM L/sec CFM L/sec CFM L/sec CFM L/sec CFM L/sec
8 203 349 165 419 198 489 231 559 264 698 330
10 254 545 257 654 309 764 360 873 412 1091 515
12 305 785 371 942 445 1100 519 1257 593 1571 741
14 356 1069 505 1283 605 1497 706 1710 807 2138 1009
16 406 1396 659 1676 791 1955 923 2234 1054 2793 1318
18 457 1767 834 2121 1001 2474 1168 2827 1335 3534 1668
20 508 2182 1030 2618 1236 3054 1442 3491 1648 4363 2059
22 559 2640 1246 3168 1495 3696 1744 4224 1994 5280 2492
24 610 3142 1483 3770 1779 4398 2076 5027 2373 6283 2966
26 660 3687 1740 4424 2088 5162 2436 5899 2784 7374 3481
28 711 4276 2018 5131 2422 5986 2826 6842 3229 8552 4037
30 762 4909 2317 5890 2780 6872 3244 7854 3707 9817 4634
32 813 5585 2636 6702 3163 7819 3691 8936 4218 11170 5272
34 864 6305 2976 7566 3571 8827 4166 10088 4762 12610 5952
36 914 7069 3336 8482 4004 9896 4671 11310 5338 14137 6673
38 965 7876 3717 9451 4461 11026 5204 12601 5948 15752 7435
40 1016 8727 4119 10472 4943 12217 5767 13963 6590 17453 8238
42 1067 9621 4541 11545 5449 13470 6358 15394 7266 19242 9082
44 1118 10559 4984 12671 5981 14783 6978 16895 7974 21118 9968
46 1168 11541 5447 13849 6537 16157 7626 18466 8716 23082 10895
48 1219 12566 5931 15080 7118 17593 8304 20106 9490 25133 11863
50 1270 13635 6436 16362 7723 19090 9010 21817 10297 27271 12872
52 1321 14748 6961 17698 8353 20647 9745 23597 11138 29496 13922
54 1372 15904 7507 19085 9008 22266 10510 25447 12011 31809 15014
56 1422 17104 8073 20525 9688 23946 11302 27367 12917 34208 16146
58 1473 18348 8660 22017 10392 25687 12124 29356 13856 36696 17320
60 1524 19635 9268 23562 11121 27489 12975 31416 14828 39270 18535
62 1575 20966 9896 25159 11875 29352 13854 33545 15833 41932 19792
64 1626 22340 10545 26808 12653 31276 14762 35744 16871 44680 21089
66 1676 23758 11214 28510 13457 33262 15699 38013 17942 47517 22428
68 1727 25220 11904 30264 14285 35308 16665 40352 19046 50440 23808
70 1778 26725 12614 32070 15137 37415 17660 42761 20183 53451 25229
72 1829 28274 13345 33929 16015 39584 18684 45239 21353 56549 26691
74 1880 29867 14097 35840 16917 41814 19736 47787 22556 59734 28194
76 1930 31503 14870 37804 17843 44104 20817 50405 23791 63006 29739
78 1981 33183 15662 39820 18795 46456 21927 53093 25060 66366 31325
80 2032 34907 16476 41888 19771 48869 23066 55851 26361 69813 32952
82 2083 36674 17310 44008 20772 51343 24234 58678 27696 73347 34620
84 2134 38485 18165 46181 21798 53878 25431 61575 29064 76969 36329

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 Diameter Selection
D-Shape Series - End Inlet
Choosing D-Shape Inlet and system diameters are slightly different than standard Cylindrical DuctSox.

1. Select Inlet configuration: End Inlet or Top Inlet (for Top Inlets continue on the next page)

2. Determine the airflow rate through the End Inlet.

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3. Use Table below to determine Inlet diameter as a round cross section (not as a “D” cross-section).

a) First, find the column with the maximum Inlet Velocity you would like to stay under
considering the following guidelines.

• 1,000 fpm (5.1 m/s) Maximum: Applications that are noise-sensitive

• 1,400 fpm (7.1 m/s) Maximum: System with Fittings
• 1,600 fpm (8.1 m/s) Maximum: Straight Run

Layout/Fittings
b) Then, move down that column until you find the airflow rate that just exceeds the rate for
your system.
d
c) And finally, move to the left in that row and your D-Shape size (d= r
diameter, r= radius)diameter will be indicated in-line with your rate.

4. If a Round to D-Shape Transition is required, use the table below to determine the round diameter.
By knowing the required End Inlet D-Shape diameter, move to the left in the Table to find the
corresponding Round Inlet Transition diameter.

Round Inlet D-Shape Maximum Inlet Velocity

Transition Dia. Size
inches mm inches mm 1000 fpm 5.1 m/s 1200 fpm 6.1 m/s 1400 fpm 7.1 m/s 1600 fpm 8.1 m/s
(d x r) (d x r) CFM L/s CFM L/s CFM L/s CFM L/s
6 152 8x4 203 x 102 175 82 209 99 244 115 279 132
8 203 10 x 5 254 x 127 273 129 327 154 382 180 436 206
8 203 12 x 6 305 x 152 349 165 419 198 488 230 558 263
10 254 14 x 7 356 x 178 535 252 641 303 748 353 855 404
12 305 16 x 8 406 x 203 698 330 838 395 977 461 1117 527
12 305 18 x 9 457 x 229 785 371 942 445 1099 519 1257 593
14 356 20 x 10 508 x 254 1069 505 1283 606 1497 707 1710 807
16 406 22 x 11 559 x 279 1320 623 1584 748 1848 872 2112 997
18 457 24 x 12 610 x 305 1571 741 1885 890 2199 1038 2513 1186
18 457 26 x 13 660 x 330 1768 834 2120 1001 2474 1168 2828 1335
20 508 28 x 14 711 x 356 2138 1009 2566 1211 2993 1413 3421 1615
22 559 30 x 15 762 x 381 2454 1158 2945 1390 3436 1622 3927 1854
22 559 32 x 16 813 x 406 2639 1246 3168 1495 3695 1744 4225 1994
24 610 34 x 17 864 x 432 3142 1483 3770 1779 4399 2076 5025 2372
26 660 36 x 18 914 x 457 3534 1668 4241 2002 4948 2335 5655 2669
26 660 38 x 19 965 x 483 3686 1740 4423 2088 5162 2436 5900 2785
28 711 40 x 20 1016 x 508 4278 2019 5130 2421 5985 2825 6842 3229

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 Diameter Selection
D-Shape Series - Top Inlet
Choosing D-Shape Inlet and system diameters are slightly different than standard Cylindrical DuctSox.

1. Select Inlet configuration: End Inlet or Top Inlet (for End Inlets see previous page)

2. Determine the airflow rate through the Top Inlet. (If there could be multiple Top Inlets feeding a

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D-Shape Series DuctSox system or if the Top Inlet is not in the middle of the length of the system,
please contact the DuctSox factory design team.)

3. Use the table below to determine Inlet diameter.

a) First, find the column noting the maximum Inlet Velocity for Top Inlet systems - 1,000 fpm
(5.1 m/s) Maximum

b) Then, move down that column until you find the airflow rate that just exceeds the rate for
your system.
Layout/Fittings

d
c) And finally, move to the left in that row and your minimum D-Shape
r
diameter will be indicated in-line with your rate.

4. Use table below to determine the minimum Top Inlet diameter knowing the required D-Shape size.

Top Inlet D-Shape Maximum

Diameter Size Inlet Velocity
inches mm inches mm 1000 fpm 5.1 m/s
(d x r) (d x r) CFM L/s
6 152 8x4 203 x 102 196 93
6 152 10 x 5 254 x 127 196 93
8 203 12 x 6 305 x 152 349 165
10 254 14 x 7 356 x 178 545 257
12 305 16 x 8 406 x 203 785 371
14 356 18 x 9 457 x 229 1069 505
16 406 20 x 10 508 x 254 1396 659
18 457 22 x 11 559 x 279 1767 834
20 508 24 x 12 610 x 305 2182 1030
22 559 26 x 13 660 x 330 2640 1246
24 610 28 x 14 711 x 356 3142 1483
26 660 30 x 15 762 x 381 3687 1740
28 711 32 x 16 813 x 406 4276 2018
30 762 34 x 17 864 x 432 4909 2317
32 813 36 x 18 914 x 457 5585 2636
34 864 38 x 19 965 x 483 6305 2976
36 914 40 x 20 1016 x 508 7069 3336

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 Diameter Selection
Quarter-Round Series - End Inlet
Choosing Quarter-Round Inlet and system diameters are slightly different than standard Cylindrical DuctSox.

1. Select Inlet configuration: End Inlet or Top/Back Inlet (for Top/Back Inlets continue on the next
page)

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2. Determine the airflow rate through the End Inlet.

3. Use the table below to determine Inlet diameter as a round cross-section (not as a Quarter-Round
cross-section).

a) First, find the column with the maximum Inlet Velocity you would like to stay under
considering the following guidelines.

• 1,000 fpm (5.1 m/s) Maximum: Applications that are noise-sensitive

Layout/Fittings
• 1,400 fpm (7.1 m/s) Maximum: System with Fittings
• 1,600 fpm (8.1 m/s) Maximum: Straight Run

b) Then, move down that column until you find the airflow rate that just exceeds the rate for
your system.

c) And finally, move to the left in that row and your minimum Quarter-Round r

size (quarter circle cross-section) will be indicated in-line with your rate.
r

4. Use table below to determine the minimum End Inlet diameter knowing the
required Quarter-Round size.

End Inlet Quarter-Round Maximum Inlet Velocity

Diameter Size
inches mm inches mm 1000 fpm 5.1 m/s 1200 fpm 6.1 m/s 1400 fpm 7.1 m/s 1600 fpm 8.1 m/s
(r x r) (r x r) CFM L/s CFM L/s CFM L/s CFM L/s
8 203 8x8 203 x 203 87 41 105 49 122 58 140 66
10 254 10 x 10 254 x 254 136 64 164 77 191 90 218 103
12 305 12 x 12 305 x 305 196 93 236 111 275 130 314 148
14 356 14 x 14 356 x 356 267 126 321 151 374 177 428 202
16 406 16 x 16 406 x 406 349 165 419 198 489 231 559 264
18 457 18 x 18 457 x 457 442 209 530 250 619 292 707 334
20 508 20 x 20 508 x 508 545 257 654 309 764 360 873 412
22 559 22 x 22 559 x 559 660 311 792 374 924 436 1056 498
24 610 24 x 24 610 x 610 785 371 942 445 1100 519 1257 593
26 660 26 x 26 660 x 660 922 435 1106 522 1290 609 1475 696
28 711 28 x 28 711 x 711 1069 505 1283 605 1497 706 1710 807
30 762 30 x 30 762 x 762 1227 579 1473 695 1718 811 1963 927
32 813 32 x 32 813 x 813 1396 659 1676 791 1955 923 2234 1054
34 864 34 x 34 864 x 864 1576 744 1892 893 2207 1042 2522 1190
36 914 36 x 36 914 x 914 1767 834 2121 1001 2474 1168 2827 1335
38 965 38 x 38 965 x 965 1969 929 2363 1115 2757 1301 3150 1487
40 1016 40 x 40 1016 x 1016 2182 1030 2618 1236 3054 1442 3491 1648

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 Diameter Selection
Quarter-Round Series - Top/Back Inlet
Choosing Quarter-Round Inlet and system diameters are slightly different than standard Cylindrical DuctSox.

1. Select Inlet configuration: End Inlet or Top/Back Inlet (for End Inlets see previous page)

2. Determine the airflow rate through each Top/Back Inlet. (If there will be multiple Top/Back Inlets

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feeding a Quarter-Round Series DuctSox system, or if the Top/Back is not in the middle of the
length of the system, please contact the DuctSox factory design team.)

3. Use the table below to determine Inlet diameter.

a) First, find the column noting the maximum Inlet Velocity for Top Inlet systems - 1,000 fpm
(5.1 m/s) Maximum

b) Then, move down that column until you find the airflow rate that just exceeds the rate for
your system.
Layout/Fittings

c) And finally, move to the left in that row and your minimum Quarter- r

Round size will be indicated in-line with your rate.

r

4. Use the table below to determine the minimum Top/Back Inlet diameter
knowing the required Quarter-Round size.

Top/Back Inlet Quarter-Round Maximum

Diameter Size Inlet Velocity
inches mm inches mm 1000 fpm 5.1 m/s
(r x r) (r x r) CFM L/s
6 152 8x8 203 x 203 175 83
6 152 10 x 10 254 x 254 196 93
8 203 12 x 12 305 x 305 349 165
10 254 14 x 14 356 x 356 535 253
12 305 16 x 16 406 x 406 698 329
14 356 18 x 18 457 x 457 844 398
16 406 20 x 20 508 x 508 1091 515
18 457 22 x 22 559 x 559 1320 623
20 508 24 x 24 610 x 610 1571 742
22 559 26 x 26 660 x 660 1844 870
24 610 28 x 28 711 x 711 2138 1009
26 660 30 x 30 762 x 762 2454 1158
28 711 32 x 32 813 x 813 2793 1318
30 762 34 x 34 864 x 864 3153 1488
32 813 36 x 36 914 x 914 3534 1668
34 864 38 x 38 965 x 965 3938 1859
36 914 40 x 40 1016 x 1016 4363 2059

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 Zippers
Straight lengths and fittings are connected together with a zipper. The zipper is affixed with the start/stop
located at the top center and each includes a 2”(51mm) fabric overlap to conceal the zipper.

SkeleCore FTS zippers are located every 21 ft (6400 mm) or less. If a straight run is 60 ft (18288 mm), the
first two sections would be 21 ft (6400 mm) and the last would be 18 ft (5486 mm).

SkeleCore IHS zippers are located every 20 ft (6096 mm) or less. If a straight run is 58 ft (17678 mm), the

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first two sections would be 20 ft (6096 mm) and the last would be 18 ft (5486 mm).

The following table indicates maximum sectional length of a standard straight run. Longer sections are
broken into equal lengths: 60 ft (18.3m) of 36 in (914mm) diameter would be constructed of two 30 ft
(9.1m) long sections.

Cylindrical D-Shape Quarter-Round

Diameter Diameter Diameter Max Length
inches mm inches mm inches mm ft m

Layout/Fittings
6 152 15 4.6
8-10 203-254 20 6.1
12-16 305-406 8-18 203-457 16-36 406-914 25 7.6
18-20 457-508 20-24 508-610 40-48 1016-1220 30 9.1
22-26 559-660 26-32 660-813 52-64 1320-1626 35 10.7
28-40 711-1016 34+ 864+ 68+ 1728+ 40 12.2
42-44 1067-1118 35 10.7
46-50 1168-1270 30 9.1
52-56 1321-1422 25 7.6
58-60 1473-1524 20 6.1
62+ 1575+ 15 4.6

To allow for variability in system layout, we offer many common fittings in fabric with simple zipper
connections.

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 Fittings
Not every application is a straight run of DuctSox. To accommodate this, we offer a variety of standard
fittings. We also offer custom fitting configurations.

Radius Elbows
The standard centerline radius of an elbow is1.5x diameter. The number of gores and size depends on the
angle of the elbow. Custom elbows are available upon request. Elbows can also be rotated for offsets/
elevation changes to accommodate more complicated systems.

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Transitions
Simple reducing transitions are available in Concentric, Flat-on-Top, or Flat-on-Bottom configurations. Each
transition fitting includes a zipper on each end. Their length ranges between 12-36” (305-914 mm) (based
on the change in diameter).

Take-Off (Ts) and Crosses

Efficiency take-off fittings direct air to areas perpendicular to the main run (shown below in Flat-on-Top,
Layout/Fittings

Flat-on-Bottom and Concentric options). The branch duct requires a zipper for attachment. For better airflow
management, branch ducts should be positioned at least 1x the outlet diameter from the endcaps. For
example, a 24” (610 mm) branch would be centered on a measurement 24” (610 mm) from the endcap (in
this case the edge of the branch would be 12” (305 mm) from the endcap).

RADIUS ELBOWS

30º 45º 60º 90º

TRANSITIONS

Flat-on-Top Concentric Flat-on-Bottom Round to D-Shape

TAKE-OFFS (Ts)

Flat-on-Top Concentric Flat-on-Bottom

CROSSES

Flat-on-Top Concentric Flat-on-Bottom

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 Air Flow and Pressure
Internal Textile Air Dispersion System Pressure
Metal ducts are commonly designed with either the Equal Friction or Static Regain method. Extended Plenum
concept is the best approach for textile air dispersion systems that include uniform duct diameters and evenly
dispersed airflow.

This method best models pressure and air dispersion within textile air dispersion systems due to the constant
diameter of the duct size. Using a constant duct diameter assists in installation and aesthetics. Proper design
methods can allow the designer to model pressure at any point within a textile air dispersion system. The
design process can be simplified by breaking down airflow and air pressure into three components: Inlet
Static Pressure, Static Pressure Regain, and Friction Loss

Inlet Static Pressure (ISP)

The largest and most critical component to the operating pressure of a textile air dispersion system is the Inlet
Static Pressure (ISP). This is the static pressure available at the inlet of the dispersion system or metal-to-fabric
connection. In most cases, the ISP is not the External Static Pressure of the fan or unit due to fittings and duct
between the textile air dispersion system and the outlet of the fan or unit.

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Static Pressure Regain (SPR)
As air is being dispersed to the space, phenomenon of static regain occurs along the entire length of the
dispersion system. As air is dipersed, the velocity within the duct decreases and Velocity Pressure (VP)
decreases. The VP is kinetic energy and slowly changes form to a useful potential energy, or SPR, as the
remaining air travels down the constant diameter duct. SPR is equal to the VP at the inlet:

SPR = Inlet Velocity Pressure = ( Inlet Velocity / 4005 )2

Air Dispersion
Inlet Velocity is fpm and SPR is inches w.g. ...................................................................................I-P

SPR = Inlet Velocity Pressure = ( Inlet Velocity / 1.291 )2

Inlet Velocity is m/s and SPR is Pa ...............................................................................................SI

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 Friction Loss (FL)
Similar to metal ducts, textile air dispersion systems have frictional loss (FL) along straight sections of duct
and fittings. The losses, however, are much less than a traditional metal layout with duct diameters that
decrease with reducing transitions due to lower overall duct air velocitites. FL is directly related to the duct
diameter and duct velocity. As the air is dispersed along the constant diameter duct length, the duct velocity
decreases and thus the FL decreases.

Straight Friction Loss

To estimate FL of an incremental section of a textile air dispersion system that is uniformly dispersing
100% of the inlet air throughout its length, use the following steps:

1. Find the FL of the straight section of duct with 100% of airflow passing through the entire
length. An air duct calculator (Ductulator), the ASHRAE Duct Fitting Database, or commonly
used equations for metal duct in the ASHRAE Fundamentals handbook, chapter 21: Duct
Design, can be used. [Textile Air Dispersion System Absolute Roughness e = 0.0004
ft (0.11 mm), Textile Air Dispersion system with SkeleCore FTS internal frame Absolute
Roughness e = 0.0056 ft (1.69 mm)]

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2. Multiply the calculated FL for a duct with 100% conveyance by a factor of 0.35 to find
the FL for a system that disperses100% of the incoming air. 35% of the FL is a close
approximation to convert the FL of a duct with zero air dispersion to a duct that has 100%
uniform air dispersion.

• For example, a 24” (610 mm) diameter duct conveying 5025 cfm (2371 L/s) of
air will have a friction loss of 0.06” w.g. (15 Pa) per 50’ (15m) of duct. A textile
air dispersion system that is equally dispersing all of the air over 50’ (15m) would
have a friction loss of approximately 0.021” w.g. (5Pa). That same dispersion
Air Dispersion

system with the SkeleCore FTS has a friction loss of approximately 0.035” w.g.
(9Pa).

Fitting Friction Loss

The Friction Loss of DuctSox fabric fittings can be best estimated by selecting the closest match of
metal fittings from the ASHRAE Duct Fitting Database and using that pressure loss.

The AFD Friction Loss, when used to balance out the effects of static regain, needs to be estimated
by multiplying the SPR by 0.5. So, if your system being designed has an Inlet Velocity of 1400 fpm
(7.1 m/s), then the SPR is equal to (1400/4005)2 = 0.12” w.g. [(7.1/1.291)2 = 30 Pa]. The
estimated FL for the AFD is then 0.12/2 = 0.06” w.g. (30/2 =15 Pa)

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 Textile Air Dispersion System Design Pressure Calculation
The Average Pressure (AP) is the average static pressure from inlet to endcap and is utilized for calculating
the air dispersion through fabric, linear vents, nozzles and orifices. The AP of a fabric duct with equal air
dispersion can be approximated by the equation:

AP = ISP + .65 * (VP – FL)

If the ISP and SPR are added and FL subtracted, the resulting number will be the accumulated static pressure
at the endcap. In most cases, the maximum static pressure of the system:

Endcap SP = Maximum SP = ISP + SPR - FL

Adjustable Flow Device (AFD)

AFD devices come standard with Sedona-Xm and TufTex Systems.

The AFD is an option with other fabrics.

All AFD’s are pre-set from the factory and should not

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require field balancing. The inlet AFD can be adjusted
for airflow turbulence.

Plenum Inlet
Cinch to use as flow straightener
Direct airflow into branch take-offs
or balance airflow. All systems
where velocity is over 1,200 FPM
with >1,200 FPM (6.01m/s) inlet
(6.01m/s).
velocity.
Middle

Air Dispersion
Balances static regain. All systems with an
intermediate zipper over 40' (12,192mm)
and >1,200 FPM (6.01m/s) inlet velocity.
No Pop
Reduces inflation pop. Single AFD located in last
30% of long run, included for all systems over 100'
(30,480mm) and over 5,000 CFM (2,360L/s).

(Typically, systems should not include more than two AFDs in sequence to an endcap.)

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 Fabric
Air Porous Fabric
Air passes through the fabric and is controlled by the fabric weave and internal static pressure. This results
in air velocities on the surface of the product from 1 - 200 FPM (.005 - 1.016 m/s). This option is most
commonly an alternative to exposed double wall duct. Ideal for cooling only, food processing, displacement
ventilation, or air sensitive environments.

Benefits Limitations
No condensation Long lengths may
Reduced dust on top disperse too much
No heat gain/loss airflow through fabric
Reduced air throw

Note: Dirt from poorly filtered supply air may migrate through weave of air porous fabrics eventually
discoloring light color fabrics. Filtration efficiency of 50% or greater plus a regular maintenance plan will
reduce effects.

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Non-Porous Fabric
No air passes through the fabric weave. This option is most commonly an alternate to exposed single wall
duct/diffusers.

Benefits Limitations
Used with Nozzles, Dust on Top
Linear Vents, and Orifices Risk of Condensation
Air Dispersion

Note: Dirt does not pass through and stain non-porous fabric.

Fabric Airflow
If the design includes a porous fabric, this airflow can be calculated using the following equations:

QFabric = FP x SA x (AP/.5) (CFM) Porosity (FP)

Fabric
FP = Fabric Porosity (rated) (CFM/ft )
2
(CFM/ft2 @ 0.5” w.g) ((L/s)/m2 @ 124.4 Pa)

SA = Surface Area (all fabric) (ft2) Sedona-Xm 2 10.2

TufTex 0 0
AP = Average Pressure (inch w.g.)
Verona 2 10.2
DuraTex 0 0
Microbe-X 6, 13, 29 30.5, 66, 147
QFabric = FP x SA x (AP/124.42) (L/s)
Stat-X 2.5 12.7
FP = Fabric Porosity (rated) ((L/s)/m2) Rx 29, 55, 100, 165
147.3, 279.4, 508,
838.2
SA = Surface Area (all fabric) (m2) UFSox 2 10.2
AP = Average Pressure (Pa)

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 Orientation
Throw: Directional Airflow
Because each DuctSox system is 100% custom made, there is unlimited flexibility in designing the
locations of the vents in nozzles, or orifices. Some of the options when designing outlet orientations
are:

4&8, 5&7, and 6 o’clock

Primarily chosen for applications with heating and/or cooling, but can also be used for ventilating. These
orientations direct the exiting air downward and/or outward from the DuctSox. Throw requirements can be
critical in these locations because the air is delivered more directly towards the occupied space. To calculate
throw, use the distance between the bottom of the DuctSox System and the distance above the floor using the
following equations:

4&8 o’clock: (Height – 6ft(1.83m)) x 2.00 = Throw required

5&7 o’clock: (Height – 6ft(1.83m)) x 1.16 = Throw required
6 o’clock: (Height – 6ft(1.83m)) x 1.00 = Throw required

Note: Additional unique outlet orientations and patterns are available upon request. Please contact the

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DuctSox factory design team

11&1, 10&2, and 3&9 o’clock

Primarily chosen for only cooling or ventilating, these orientations either direct the exiting air upward and/
or outward from the DuctSox. Throw requirements focus on reaching the exterior walls or filling the gaps
between parallel runs.

Air Dispersion
Orientation from
inlet of DuctSox with
airflow hitting you in
the back of the head

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 Nozzles
Nozzle Design
Select Nozzle size and characteristics based on throw that best fits the environment.

2” Adjustable Nozzle
Adjustable Nozzles can be adjusted to several positions pointing airflow in a desired location, or
can be completely closed off. The benefits include:
• Provide jet-type airflow and are a common choice for spot cooling, heating, or ventilating.
• Beneficial for controlling condensation issues.
• Type, location, and quantity based on airflow requirements.
• Ideal for many applications, including aquatics (direct air towards corner windows), industrial
(spot cooling), retail (direct air away from hanging signs), or supermarkets (direct air away
from open freezer cases).

3 Directional airflow or closed.

Direct air as needed to control condensation
issues or improve employee comfort.
Adjustability of Throw
360 degree rotation
10 different angle settings, including a closed setting

Throw Values for a Single Adjustable Nozzle

Air Dispersion

80(24.4)

70(21.4)

60(18.3)
Distance FT (m)

50 (0.25) Velocity
FPM (m/s)

50(15.3)

40(12.2)

30(9.2) 100 (0.51) Velocity

FPM (m/s)

20(6.1)
150 (0.76) Velocity
FPM (m/s)
10(3.1)

0
0.25 0.50 0.75 1.00 1.25
(62) (124) (187) (249) (311)

Static Pressure w.g. (Pa)

Average Throw
Airflow
Pressure 150 FPM 0.76 m/s 100 FPM 0.51 m/s 50 FPM 0.25 m/s
in w.g Pa CFM L/s ft m ft m ft m
0.25 62.21 23.28 10.99 10 3.0 15 4.6 30 9.1
0.50 124.42 32.92 15.54 14 4.3 21 6.4 43 13.1
0.75 186.63 40.32 19.03 17 5.2 26 7.9 52 15.8
1.00 248.84 46.56 21.98 20 6.1 30 9.1 61 18.6
1.25 311.05 52.06 24.57 23 7.0 34 10.4 68 20.7

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 Fixed Nozzles
The benefits include:

• Provide jet-type airflow and are a common choice for spot cooling, heating, or ventilating.
• Provide a constant flow of air or can be closed off.
• Type, location, and quantity based on airflow requirements.
• Aftermarket plugs are available to cap off the airflow.

Provides constant airflow Side View Top View

or cap to close.

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Average Throw
Airflow
Pressure Throw150
Values
FPM for a Single
0.76 Fixed
m/s 100 FPMNozzle
0.51 m/s 50 FPM 0.25 m/s
in w.g Pa CFM L/s ft m ft m ft m
0.25 62.21 23.28 30 (9.2)
10.99 10 3.0 15 4.6 30 9.1
0.50 124.42 32.92 15.54 14 4.3 21 6.4 43 13.1
0.75 186.63 40.32 25 (7.6)
19.03 17 5.2 26 7.9 52 15.8
Distance FT (m)

50 (0.25) Velocity

1.00 248.84 46.56 21.98 20 6.1 30 FPM (m/s)

9.1 61 18.6
20 (6.1)
1.25 311.05 52.06 24.57 23 7.0 34 10.4 68 20.7

Air Dispersion
15 (4.6)

100 (0.51) Velocity

10 (3.1) FPM (m/s)

150 (0.76) Velocity

5 (1.5) FPM (m/s)

0
0.25 0.50 0.75 1.00
(62) (124) (187) (249)

Static Pressure w.g. (Pa)

Average Throw
Airflow
Pressure 150 FPM 0.76 m/s 100 FPM 0.51 m/s 50 FPM 0.25 m/s
in w.g Pa CFM L/s ft m ft m ft m
0.25 62.21 4.90 2.31 5 1.5 7 2.1 14 4.3
0.50 124.42 6.90 3.26 7 2.1 10 3.0 20 6.1
0.75 186.63 8.50 4.01 8 2.4 12 3.7 24 7.3
1.00 248.84 9.70 4.58 9 2.7 14 4.3 28 8.5
1.25 311.05 10.90 5.14 10 3.0 15 4.6 31 9.4

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 Orifices
Orifice Design
Select orifice size and orientation based on throw that best fits the environment.
Lower pressures result in improved efficiency, lower noise, and extended service
life.

To calculate the total number of orifices, divide airflow volume by the airflow per
orifice (listed CFM).

NOTE: SG Diffusers for Sedona-Xm and Verona are only available in 2” (51mm)
(SG2) and 3” (76mm) (SG3) diameters.

Orifice Spacing
Unless customized spacing is required, the orifice spacing is determined by evenly spacing the orifices along
the length of the DuctSox system. All systems include a standard 4 ft (1.23m) void (no orifices) near the
beginning.

If there are too many orifices to fit within the length, then an alternating orifice pattern may have to be

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chosen.

Orifice Size AP Airflow Terminal Velocity

150 FPM 0.8 m/s 100 FPM 0.5 m/s 50 FPM 0.3 m/s
inches mm in w.g Pa CFM/ft. (L/s)/m ft m ft m ft m
0.5 12.7 0.25 62 1.64 2.54 3 0.9 4 1.2 8 2.4
0.5 124 2.32 3.59 4 1.2 6 1.8 11 3.4
0.75 187 2.84 4.40 5 1.5 7 2.1 14 4.3
1 249 3.27 5.06 5 1.5 8 2.4 16 4.9
1.25 311 3.67 5.68 6 1.8 9 2.7 18 5.5
1 25.4 0.25 62 6.56 10.16 5 1.5 8 2.4 16 4.9
0.5 124 9.28 14.37 8 2.4 11 3.4 23 7.0
Air Dispersion

0.75 187 11.37 17.61 9 2.7 14 4.3 28 8.5

1 249 13.12 20.32 11 3.4 16 4.9 32 9.8
1.25 311 14.67 22.72 12 3.7 18 5.5 36 11.0
2 50.8 0.25 62 26.25 40.65 11 3.4 16 4.9 32 9.8
SG2 0.5 124 37.12 57.48 15 4.6 23 7.0 45 13.7
0.75 187 45.46 70.40 19 5.8 28 8.5 56 17.1
1 249 52.49 81.28 21 6.4 32 9.8 64 19.5
1.25 311 58.69 90.88 24 7.3 36 11.0 72 21.9
2.5 63.5 0.25 62 41.01 63.51 13 4.0 20 6.1 40 12.2
0.5 124 58 89.82 19 5.8 28 8.5 57 17.4
0.75 187 71.03 109.99 23 7.0 35 10.7 69 21.0
1 249 82.02 127.01 27 8.2 40 12.2 80 24.4
1.25 311 91.7 142.00 30 9.1 45 13.7 90 27.4
3 76.2 0.25 62 59.06 91.46 16 4.9 24 7.3 48 14.6
SG3 0.5 124 83.52 129.34 23 7.0 34 10.4 68 20.7
0.75 187 102.29 158.40 28 8.5 42 12.8 83 25.3
1 249 118.11 182.90 32 9.8 48 14.6 96 29.3
1.25 311 132.06 204.50 36 11.0 54 16.5 108 32.9
4 101.6 0.25 62 104.99 162.58 21 6.4 32 9.8 64 19.5
0.5 124 148.48 229.93 30 9.1 45 13.7 91 27.7
0.75 187 181.85 281.60 37 11.3 56 17.1 111 33.8
1 249 209.98 325.17 43 13.1 64 19.5 128 39.0
1.25 311 234.76 363.54 48 14.6 72 21.9 144 43.9
5 127 0.25 62 164.05 254.04 27 8.2 40 12.2 80 24.4
0.5 124 232 359.27 38 11.6 57 17.4 113 34.4
0.75 187 284.14 440.01 46 14.0 69 21.0 139 42.4
1 249 328.09 508.07 53 16.2 80 24.4 160 48.8
1.25 311 366.82 568.04 60 18.3 90 27.4 179 54.6

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 Linear Vents
Linear Vent Design
Linear Vents were developed as a low maintenance vent option. The hole patterns grow larger as vent
size increases. Available in 1 CFM/lnft (1.55 (L/s)/m) increments for maximum accuracy.

Qvent = QTotal - QFabric Key:

Length (FT)(m)
AP (inch w.g.)(Pa)
I-P version: QVent Qvent (CFM)(L/s)
TVS = (Length) x √(AP/0.5)
1. Calculate airflow through fabric
(as shown on page 25)
SI version: QVent Example:
2. Calculate total vent size (TVS) TVS = 100 cfm/ft (154.8(L/s)/m)
TVS = (Length) x √(AP/124.42)
3. Select vent sizes (VS + VS = TVS)
I-P and SI version: Vent Sizes:
4. Specify vent orientation 40 + 40 + 20 = 100 cfm/ft
TVS = (VS1+VS2+...) (61.9 +61.9+ 31.0= 154.8(L/s)/m)

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Vent Size
CFM/ft (L/s)/m
7.7

15.5
in w.g.
0.25
0.5
0.75
1
0.25
AP
Pa
62
124
187
249
62
3.5
5
6.1
7.1
7.1
Airflow
CFM/ft (L/s)/m
5.42
7.74
9.45
10.99
10.99
150 FPM
ft
4
5
6
7
6
0.8 m/s
m
1.2
1.5
1.8
2.1
1.8
Terminal Velocity
100 FPM
ft
5
8
9
11
9
0.5 m/s
m
1.5
2.4
2.7
3.4
2.7
50 FPM
ft
9
12
15
17
15
0.3 m/s
m
2.7
3.7
4.6
5.2
4.6
3
0.5 124 10 15.49 9 2.7 13 4.0 21 6.4

Air Dispersion
0.75 187 12.2 18.89 11 3.4 16 4.9 26 7.9
1 249 14.1 21.83 12 3.7 19 5.8 30 9.1
15 23.2 0.25 62 10.6 16.41 8 2.4 12 3.7 18 5.5
0.5 124 15 23.23 11 3.4 16 4.9 26 7.9
0.75 187 18.4 28.49 13 4.0 20 6.1 32 9.8
1 249 21.2 32.83 15 4.6 23 7.0 37 11.3
20 31.0 0.25 62 14.1 21.83 9 2.7 14 4.3 22 6.7
0.5 124 20 30.97 13 4.0 20 6.1 31 9.4
0.75 187 24.5 37.94 16 4.9 24 7.3 38 11.6
1 249 28.3 43.82 18 5.5 28 8.5 44 13.4
30 46.5 0.25 62 21.2 32.83 12 3.7 18 5.5 29 8.8
0.5 124 30 46.46 17 5.2 26 7.9 41 12.5
0.75 187 36.7 56.83 21 6.4 31 9.4 50 15.2
1 249 42.4 65.66 24 7.3 36 11.0 58 17.7
40 61.9 0.25 62 28.3 43.82 15 4.6 22 6.7 36 11.0
0.5 124 40 61.94 21 6.4 31 9.4 50 15.2
0.75 187 49 75.88 26 7.9 39 11.9 62 18.9
1 249 56.6 87.65 30 9.1 45 13.7 71 21.6
50 77.4 0.25 62 35.4 54.82 18 5.5 26 7.9 42 12.8
0.5 124 50 77.43 24 7.3 33 10.1 60 18.3
0.75 187 61.2 94.77 30 9.1 46 14.0 73 22.3
1 249 70.7 109.48 35 10.7 53 16.2 84 25.6
60 92.9 0.25 62 42.4 65.66 19 5.8 28 8.5 45 13.7
0.5 124 60 92.91 26 7.9 39 11.9 63 19.2
0.75 187 73.5 113.82 32 9.8 48 14.6 77 23.5
1 249 84.9 131.47 37 11.3 56 17.1 89 27.1

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 Fabric Options
Fabric
Specifications Colors Other
Type
Sedona-XmTM Weave:

Fire Retardant Polyester, Filament/Filament Twill
55% Recycled Content
•  Air Porous
•  Premium Fabric
Weight: 6.8 oz/yd2 (231g/m2) •  Active Antimicrobial
Porosity: 2 CFM/ft2 @ 0.5" w.g. (10.2L/s/m2 @ 125Pa) •  Linear Vents, Nozzles,
Classified by Underwriters Laboratories in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 90A or Orifices
and UL 2518

TufTexTM Weave:
Weight:
Fire Retardant Polyester, Plain Weave, Coated
8.2 oz/yd2 (278g/m2)
B •  Non-Porous
•  Premium Fabric
Porosity: None •  Linear Vents or Orifices
Classified by Underwriters Laboratories in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 90A and
UL 2518

VeronaTM Weave:
Weight:
Fire Retardant Polyester, Filament/Filament Twill
6.2 oz/yd2 (210g/m2)
•  Air Porous
•  Commercial Fabric
Porosity: 2 CFM/ft2 @ 0.5" w.g. (10.2L/s/m2 @ 125Pa) •  Linear Vents, Nozzles,
Classified by Underwriters Laboratories in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 90A or Orifices
and UL 2518; UL-C (Canada); BS 5867 Part 2, 1980; GB8624-2006

DuraTexTM Weave:
Weight:
Fire Retardant Polyester, Plain Weave, Coated
5.5 oz/yd2 (186g/m2)
•  Non-Porous
•  Commercial Fabric
Porosity: None •  Linear Vents, Nozzles,
Classified by Underwriters Laboratories in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 90A or Orifices
and UL 2518; also available (by request only) to meet BS 5867 Part 2, 1980

Microbe-XTM Weave:
Weight:
Fire Retardant Polyester, Filament/Filament Twill
6 & 13: 6.9 oz/yd2 (234g/m2)
•  Air Porous
•  Specialty Fabric
29: 6.2 oz/yd2 (210g/m2) •  Non-Leaching, Permanent
Porosity: 6, 13, 29 CFM/ft2 @ 0.5" w.g. (30.5, 66, 147L/s/m2 @ 125Pa) Antimicrobial
Classified by Underwriters Laboratories in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 90A and •  Linear Vents
UL 2518

Stat-XTM Weave:
Weight:
Filament Polyester with Interwoven ESD Yarns
2.9 oz/yd2 (98g/m2)
•  Air Porous
•  Static Dissipative
Porosity: 2.5 CFM/ft2 @ 0.5" w.g. (12.7L/s/m2 @ 125Pa) •  Specialty Fabric
Classified by Underwriters Laboratories in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 90A •  Linear Vents or Nozzles
and UL 2518; UL-C (Canada)
Fabric

RxTM Fabric: Rx200TM, Rx100TM, Rx50TM, Rx25TM

•  Air Porous
•  Specialty Fabric
Weave: Fire Retardant Polyester, Filament, Non-Linting •  LabSox: D-Fuser or
Up to 50% Recycled Content Traditional Models
Weight: Rx200: 5.4 oz/yd2 (183g/m2) •  Active Antimicrobial
Rx100: 5.5 oz/yd2 (186g/m2) •  Surround Flow or
Rx50: 6.3 oz/yd2 (214g/m2) Select Flow
RX25: 7.1 oz/yd2 (241g/m2) •  Linear Vents

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Classified by Underwriters Laboratories in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 90A;
Rx50 and Rx25 are also classified by Underwriters Laboratories in accordance with the
requirements of UL 2518

Standard Fabric Colors Specialty Fabric Colors

DuctSox offers seven standard colors for Sedona-Xm, TufTex, and These fabrics are only available in
Verona. DuraTex is also available in these colors except green and specific color types and patterns.
red. Custom Colors and Patterns are available on some fabrics, but
Microbe-X, White Stat-X, White
may require a premium charge and additional lead time. (Custom colors available)

Black Silver White Tan Blue

Stat-X, Light Blue Rx, White

Green Red Custom Colors Patterns

NOTE: Colors may vary based on texture of fabric or dye lot.

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 Sample CAD Details
The graphical or CAD portion of design is critical to
convey design intent to the construction team. More than
including the layout details as shown below, adding
detail drawings (right) highlights specific details of the
components, airflow type and orientation, suspension
type, or inlet connection. Considering these details vary
by fabric, complete drawing details and specifications are
available at www.ductsox.com.

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 Sample Fabric Porosity Design

Series/Shape: Open ceiling = Cylindrical Using the available “Designer,” the design steps are
much simpler. Contact your local DuctSox rep to get the
Design Layout: Centrally located unit and most current version.
higher open ceiling (16 ft or 4.9m) allows for a
simple layout. Diameter is selected for normal inlet Airflow into Inlet 2000 CFM 944 L/s
velocity (<1,600)(8.1m/s). Airflow Dispersed 2000 CFM 944 L/s
Diameter: 16”(406mm) at 1,433 FPM (7.3m/s)
Diameter 16 Inches 406 mm
32 Feet
Air Dispersion: Fabric Porosity is selected based Length
6 Inches
9.9 m

on the system being dedicated to cooling/

Appendix

refrigeration. Inlet Velocity 1433 fpm 7.3 m/s

Exit Velocity 0 fpm 0.0 m/s
Inlet Static pressure is at: 0.50” w.g. (124Pa)
Airflow through fabric: 2000 CFM (944 L/s) Inlet Static Pressure 0.50 in w.g. 124 Pa
Suggested Porosity: 13 CFM/ft2 (66(L/s)m2) Inlet Velocity Pressure 0.13 in w.g. 32 Pa
Porosity: 13 CFM/ft2 (66(L/s)m2) Pressure Losses 0.02 in w.g. 5 Pa
Average Pressure 0.57 in w.g. 142 Pa

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Fabric Selection: Microbex-X is selected due to Maximum Pressure 0.61 in w.g. 151 Pa

the application being food processing.

Suggested Porosity 13
13.0 CFM/ft2 66 (L/s)/m2
Porosity 13 CFM/ft2 66 (L/s)/m2
Suspension: Considering the DuctSox will be
mounted against the bottom of the truss, a one row
cable suspension with Gliders was selected.

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 Sample Linear Vent Design

Series/Shape: Open ceiling = Cylindrical Using the available “Designer,” the design steps are
much simpler. Contact your local DuctSox rep to get
Design Layout: Centrally located unit and the most current version.
higher open ceiling (22 ft or 6.7m) allows for a
Airflow into Inlet 2000 CFM 944 L/s
simple layout. Diameter is selected for normal inlet Airflow Dispersed 2000 CFM 944 L/s
velocity (<1,600)(8.1m/s).
Diameter: 16”(406mm) at 1,433 FPM (7.3m/s) Diameter 16 Inches 406 mm
32 Feet
Length 9.9 m
Air Dispersion: Linear Vents are selected (std.). 6 Inches

Appendix
Inlet Velocity 1433 fpm 7.3 m/s
Inlet Static pressure is at: 0.50” w.g. (124 Pa) Exit Velocity 0 fpm 0.0 m/s
Airflow through fabric: 311 CFM (147 L/s)
Airflow through vents: 1689 CFM (797 L/s) Inlet Static Pressure 0.50 in w.g. 124 Pa
Vent detail: size 17 at 4&8 o’clock Inlet Velocity Pressure 0.13 in w.g. 32 Pa
size 7 at 5&7 o’clock Pressure Losses 0.02 in w.g. 5 Pa
Average Pressure 0.57 in w.g. 142 Pa

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Fabric Selection: Sedona-Xm is selected for Maximum Pressure 0.61 in w.g. 151 Pa

extended warranty and custom color.

Fabric Porosity 2.00 CFM/ft2 10 (L/s)/m 2
Fabric CFM 311 CFM 147 L/s
Suspension: Considering the DuctSox will be
mounted against the bottom of the truss, a one row
% of Air to Disperse 100% 100%
track suspension with Gliders was selected. Number of Vents 2 Vents 2 Vents
Vent CFM 1689 CFM 797 L/s

Suggested Vent Size 24 CFM/ft 38 (L/s)/m

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 Sample Adjustable Nozzle Design
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 

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 
 

Series/Shape: Open ceiling = Cylindrical Using the available “Designer,” the design steps are
much simpler. Contact your local DuctSox rep to get
Design Layout: Roof mounted unit with two the most current version.
drops coming into the space (as shown).
Airflow into Inlet 9500 CFM 4483 L/s
Simple straight runs: diameter is selected for Airflow Dispersed 9500 CFM 4483 L/s
normal inlet velocity (<1,600) (8.1m/s).
Diameter: 38” (965mm) at 1,207 FPM (6.2m/s) Diameter 38 Inches 965 mm
65 Feet
Length 19.8 m
Inches

Air Dispersion: This manufacturing facility

Appendix

Inlet Velocity 1207 fpm 6.2 m/s

required adjustable throw and mixing. Exit Velocity 0 fpm 0.0 m/s

Inlet Static Pressure 0.75 in w.g. 186 Pa

Adjustable Nozzle Series. Inlet Velocity Pressure 0.09 in w.g. 23 Pa
Inlet Static pressure is at: 0.75” w.g. (186 Pa) Pressure Losses 0.01 in w.g. 2 Pa
Airflow through fabric: 2077 CFM (980 L/s) Average Pressure 0.80 in w.g. 200 Pa
Maximum Pressure 0.83 in w.g. 206 Pa
Airflow through Nozzles: 7423 CFM (3503 L/s)
Nozzle detail: 178: 2” Dia at 4 & 8 o’clock Fabric Porosity 2.00 CFM/ft2 10 (L/s)/m 2

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Fabric CFM 2077 CFM 980 (L/s)
4’ (1.22m) void – 8.18” (208mm) spacing

Fabric Selection: Sedona-Xm fabric is selected

as it is the premium option for, extended warranty, and
% of Air to Disperse 100% 100%
available Blue color. Nozzle Size 2.00 Inch Dia 51 mm Dia

Suspension: Considering the DuctSox will be

CFM / Nozzle 41.73 CFM 19.69 L/s
Nozzle Quantity 178 178
mounted 24 inches (610mm) below the structure, a two # of Nozzle Rows 2 2
row U-Track suspension with Gliders was selected. Void to First 4 Feet 1.2 m
Nozzle Spacing 8.18 Inches 208 mm

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 Sample Orifice Design
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 
 

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 


 
 

Series/Shape: Open ceiling = Cylindrical Using the available “Designer,” the design steps are
much simpler. Contact your local DuctSox rep to get
Design Layout: Roof mounted unit with two the most current version.
drops coming into the space (as shown).
Airflow into Inlet 12000 CFM 5663 L/s
Simple straight runs: diameter is selected for Airflow Dispersed 12000 CFM 5663 L/s
normal inlet velocity (<1,600) (8.1m/s).
Diameter: 38” (965mm) at 1,524 FPM (7.8m/s) Diameter 38 Inches 965 mm
65 Feet
Length 19.8 m
Inches

Air Dispersion: This manufacturing facility

Appendix
Inlet Velocity 1524 fpm 7.7 m/s
required high mixing. Exit Velocity 0 fpm 0.0 m/s

Inlet Static Pressure 0.50 in w.g. 124 Pa

Orifice Series. Inlet Velocity Pressure 0.14 in w.g. 36 Pa
Inlet Static pressure is at: 0.50” w.g. (124 Pa) Pressure Losses 0.01 in w.g. 4 Pa
Airflow through fabric: 0 CFM (0 L/s) Average Pressure 0.59 in w.g. 146 Pa
Maximum Pressure 0.63 in w.g. 157 Pa
Airflow through Orifices: 12,000 CFM (5663 L/s)
Orifice detail: 74: 2” Dia at 4 & 8 o’clock Fabric Porosity 0.00 CFM/ft2 0 (L/s)/m2

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4’ (1.22m) void – 20” (508mm) spacing Fabric CFM 0 CFM 0 (L/s)m2

Fabric Selection: TufTex fabric is selected

as it is the premium option for extended warranty, and
available Blue color. % of Air to Disperse
Orifice Size
100%
4.00 Inch Dia
100%
102 mm Dia
CFM / Orifice 161.29 CFM 76.12 L/s
Suspension: Considering the DuctSox will be Orifice Quantity
# of Orifice Rows
74
2
74
2
mounted 24 inches (610mm) below the structure, a two Void to First 4 Feet 1.2 m
row track suspension with Gliders was selected. Orifice Spacing 20.00 Inches 508.00 mm

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 Equipment Specifications
When designing any DuctSox System, many different factors contribute to the final design. AHU outlet
diameter, external static pressure, outlet airflow velocity, room height, length, and width, and more, all must
be considered in a proper design. The following section includes suggestions to consider when designing
a new system or a retrofit to existing equipment. DuctSox Systems offer a variety of suspension options
and fabrics that also must be chosen to fit both the proper suspension requirements and the decor of the
environment.

New Construction
When designing a system for a new application or use with a new AHU unit, equipment specifications
should include outlet volume and an external static pressure of at least .5” w.g (124.42 Pa) at the DuctSox
inlet. Standard centrifugal blowers typically work well for a DuctSox System. Filtering the air before it gets
into the DuctSox is required with any of the permeable fabrics. While a 30% efficient filter is suggested,
better filters reduce the dirt that gets into the system. Less dirt in the system means less cleaning, resulting in a
longer product life.

Retro/Existing Systems
Most existing systems may include removing all of the existing metal ductwork and installing a complete
DuctSox System. This approach will allow for proper sytem design and functionality.
Appendix

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 AHU Controls
Variable Air Volume (VAV) Boxes/Controls
With an SkeleCore FTS system, a VAV can go from 0 to 100%. For all other fabric systems, do not design
under 1/4”w.g. (62.21 Pa). With an emphasis on indoor air quality and the continued development of
motor controllers, VAV systems are common. Considering the DuctSox system operates on positive pressure,
it is important to match the airflow and relative pressure curve to ensure adequate inflation on the low side.
Typically, DuctSox maintains an acceptable inflated appearance down to 0.25” w.g. (62.21 Pa).

Frequency Drive/Soft Start Controls

In order to reduce the popping that may be experienced upon inflation, a solution may include the use of
a frequency drive or soft start motor controller to ramp up the speed of the fans. This will greatly reduce the
initial surge of airflow that causes most of the stress on a fabric DuctSox System. Adjustable Flow Devices
(AFDs) can also be used to reduce the initial surge of airflow upon start up. SkeleCore FTS eliminates the
need for a frequency drive and soft start controls.

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 Sound Data
This report gives the results of tests conducted on 24 inch (610 mm) diameter Diffusion Type Fabric Duct.
The test results include Static Pressure, Air Volume and Sound Power Level.

Test Method
The samples were tested in accordance with the ASHRAE 70-2006 Standard “Method of Testing for Rating the
Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets”, which incorporates ADC 1062: GRD-84 Test Code for Grilles, Registers
and Diffusers. Acoustical data was obtained employing a Bruel & Kjaer Pulse Digital Frequency Analyzer. The
reference sound source used for this test was a calibrated Bruel & Kjaer Type 4204, which conforms to the
above standard. The octave band sound power levels were plotted on graph of Noise Criteria Curves which
is in the ADC Test Code. These curves are reprinted with permission from the ASHRAE Handbook and Product
Directory, 1976. Each sample was installed in the reverberation room, at the end of a 24 inch (610 mm)
diameter duct system, and supplied with measured volumes of air. The static pressure was measured upstream
of the sample section.

Description of Test Specimen

Each test specimen consisted of a 24 inch (610 mm) diameter, 15 foot (4572 mm) long, section of DuctSox
Diffusion Type Fabric Duct supplied with an end cap.

Summary of Results

Adjustable Nozzle
420 cfm (198 L/sec)
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NC Linear Vent
483 cfm (228 L/sec)
Fixed Nozzles
400 cfm (189 L/sec)

Orifices
445 cfm (210 L/sec)
Porous Fabric

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1600 cfm (755 L/sec)

(62 Pa) (124 Pa) (187 Pa) (249 Pa)

Static Pressure

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 Critical Environments
Airflow in laboratories and other critical environments are a critical design factor as turbulent air can
negatively affect research or even cause hood failure resulting in a compliancy issue. LabSox Products are
designed specifically to disperse large or small airflow volumes without creating significant air movement,
noise, or temperature inconsistency that may disrupt fume hood or other airflow sensitive equipment (scales,
laser, microscope, etc). LabSox are also applicable to industrial or commercial kitchen applications.

Surround Flow
Surround Flow is the most common air dispersion type, as 100% of the
airflow dispersed by the LabSox passes through the fabric. The radial
shape of the fabric face produces a
uniform and radially diverging air
pattern.

Select Flow
Select Flow combines customized
vent patterns to include directional
airflow control.

To accomplish these airflow patterns, the highly permeable Rx series fabric offers air permeability ranges
from 6 to 165 CFM/ft2 (30.5 to 838.2 (L/s)/m2). The filament/filament construction ensures low particle
shedding for clean environments.

To best fit individual applications, these products are available in the traditional DuctSox shapes of
Round, D-Shape, or Quarter-Round. They are available in almost any size to accommodate the airflow
for each space. Inlet airflow velocity, locations, operating pressure, and more will factor into our design
recommendations. For best results with critical environments, contact our sales support team.

Appendix
Round D-Shape Quarter-Round

Modulear D-Fuser options are available in Metal Pan or All-Fabric models

MetalPan: 24”x24” (610 x 610mm) units tested to 500

CFM (236 L/s) /24”x48” (610 x1219mm) units tested up to

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1,000 CFM (472 L/s) per unit (standard configuration)

All-Fabric: 24”x 48” (610 x 1219mm) units tested to 1000

CFM (472 L/s) / 24”x 96” (610 x 2438mm) units tested up to
2,000 CFM (944 L/s) per unit (standard configuration)
Airflow volume, pressure, and throw testing was
performed at an independent testing laboratory.
Detailed information available at www.ductsox.com.

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 UnderFloorSox
UFSox are a specialty line of DuctSox products designed to
distribute and disperse air within the plenum for
Underfloor Air Distribution (UFAD) Systems. To install
properly within the pedestals supporting the raised access
floor, sectional lengths, elbows, and cable supports are all
carefully designed to ensure a proper fit and flexibility for
future changes.

By design, sections of unvented UFSox

route airflow to zones, where airflow is
dispersed evenly through linear vents
and an operable endcap.

With installation, the UFSox simply rests on the floor. To minimize movement of fabric during deflation or
future wiring or other modifications within the plenum, retention cables tension the fabric near the endcaps
and elbows.

DuctSox Diffuser

Pull each end of

straight sections
using cross
Appendix

cable support
with gripple

The fabric can be attached to the supply by ducting it straight to the supply, or by connecting it to a sub
plenum using a plenum baffle with taps. The dispersion methods within zones and routing from the supply

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involve careful consideration for many external factors, such as locations of boxes, plumbing, electrical, and
more. For best results, consult our sales support team.

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 Warranty and Code Compliance
Warranty Period (in years)*

SkeleCore FTS SkeleCore IHS Hangers 1, 2, or 3 Row Surface Mount

20 15 15
Sedona-Xm, TufTex 10 10
(pro-rated 11-20) (pro-rated 11-15) (pro-rated 11-15)

15 10 10
Verona, DuraTex 10 10
(pro-rated 11-15) (pro-rated 8-10) (pro-rated 8-10)

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UFSox, Stat-X
(pro-rated 2.5-5)

Rx, Microbe-X, LabSox,

1
KitchenSox, ChemSox

*Application Requirements: Airflow and static pressure per original DuctSox design in accordance with published
requirements. Warranty is based on inlet velocities up to 1600 fpm (8.12m/s). For SkeleCore FTS, a 10 year warranty
is available for inlet velocities up to 2000 fpm (10.16m/s). Some exceptions may apply.

Design & Performance Warranty

DuctSox Systems that are designed within our performance criteria, based on DuctSox submittal documents,
are covered by a 1 year Design & Performance Warranty. We want to ensure the product performs consistently
through the entire heating and cooling cycle for the first year of operation. To ensure a DuctSox System is
designed correctly, our Inside Sales and Engineering group are available to provide design assistance.

Product Warranty
Our Product Warranty is for replacement or repair credit based on the amount of the warranty period
remaining. The warranty is not available in the form of a cash payment, only as credit towards repair or
replacement. The DuctSox Warranty covers materials, fabrication, and performance of the fabric portion of the
DuctSox System only. Warranty coverage begins at the time of shipment.

Appendix
Both the Design & Performance Warranty and the Product Warranty exclude damage to the fabric from
improper installation, poor maintenance, abuse, abrasion, caustic chemicals, exposure to high temperature
(over 180 degrees Fahrenheit, 82 degrees Celsius), fabric discoloration and shrinkage, or any unauthorized
modifications to the DuctSox System. It also does not cover labor, equipment rental, or freight charges incurred
as a result of executing the warranty.

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The DuctSox warranty is not transferable.

Code Compliance
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) 2518 is the most comprehensive compliance requirement
assembled for the fabric duct industry. It ensures that our products meet a higher level of
safety, quality, and performance. Additional information is available at www.ductsox.com.
File R18856

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