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Aldes 8" Backdraft Damper - BDD8

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Our#:	173855
Mfg:	American Aldes
Mfg#:	99 026
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Backdraft damper with galvanized steel collar and lightweight aluminum damper blades. Spring loaded for positive closure. Fits 8" Round Duct

. 20 gauge galvanized steel housing
. Aluminum spring loaded butterfly damper blades
. Damper seals against EDPM rubber gasket in closed position for minimal leakage
. Gasket designed for use in temperatures from - 22°F to 180°F
. Require from 0.04 to 0.08 inches W.G. to begin to open
. May be installed in any position.
. Simple installation - entire assembly inserts into duct
. Exterior foam gaskets assure a tight seal against interior surface of duct

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American AldesAldes 8" Backdraft Damper - BDD8

4.9

(based on 17 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Easy to install (16)
Quiet (5)
Sleek design (4)

Cons

Best Uses

Kitchen (5)

- Reviewer Profile:
- Homeowner (11), Avid do-it-yourselfer (3), Professional (3)

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3/6/2014

5.0

Great Product

By Mike

from Fort Worth, TX

About Me Homeowner

Pros

Easy To Install
Sleek Design

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about American Aldes Aldes 8" Backdraft Damper - BDD8:

It was very easy to install and works great - no draft in the kitchen!

3/4/2014

5.0

Works well and is configurable

By Paul Homeowner

from Iowa

About Me Homeowner

Pros

Easy To Install

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about American Aldes Aldes 8" Backdraft Damper - BDD8:

I was able to trim it a bit to get it into a tight space.

11/18/2013

5.0

Well worth the price

By Grant the Remodel Man

from Lancaster, New York

About Me Do-it Youselfer, Homeowner

Pros

Easy To Install
Seals Tight
Well made

Cons

None

Best Uses

Kitchens
Range Vent

Comments about American Aldes Aldes 8" Backdraft Damper - BDD8:

I installed a professional range hood vent with an 8 inch exhaust directly through the wall to the outside, even with a vent cap on the outside with a magnetic closure on the flap, the wind still came in through the vent, with the Aldes Backdraft Damper installed, it seals tight and opens when the vent is turned on. You can find cheaper backdraft dampers, but if you want one that is easy to install and works great, this is the one.

5/6/2013

5.0

Works well

By The Loser

from Laramie, WY

About Me Homeowner

Pros

Easy To Install
Sleek Design

Cons

Pricey

Best Uses

Kitchen

Comments about American Aldes Aldes 8" Backdraft Damper - BDD8:

We installed a ducted range hood (Broan QSE130SS) replacing a non-vented hood in our kitchen with the help of a handyman. The installation of the vent was a lot of work. I didn't know we needed a damper close to the roof-cap. We heard all the wind from outside and when it was cold outside our kitchen got cold too. I searched the internet for ideas and found that I need to install a damper. Aldes 8" seemed to fit the need so I ordered one. I installed it myself just below the roof-cap removing the adjustable connector that connects the 8" vent pipe to the roof cap, and inserted the damper to the top of the pipe. It fit perfectly. The O-ring around the damper was a tight fit to the vent pipe. Then I re-attached the connector. All work done in the attic. I didn't have to go to the top of the roof. Now I don't hear any noise and no cold air getting in to the kitchen. Very good design. Works really well. Thanks Aldes.

2/17/2012

5.0

Simple and effective

By DavidW

from Salina Kansas

About Me Industrial user

Pros

Easy To Install
Reliable
Simple

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about American Aldes Aldes 8" Backdraft Damper - BDD8:

This is my second order for one of these dampers. They are reliable, in-expensive and easy to install. It does a good job keeping the wind from coming in through my ductwork when I'm not useing my fan.

1/31/2012

5.0

Great Damper - Installation Notes

By Alan C

from MD

About Me Handyman, Homeowner

Pros

Easy To Install
Quiet
Sturdy Spring

Cons

Best Uses

Inline Bathroom Vent Fan

Comments about American Aldes Aldes 8" Backdraft Damper - BDD8:

I forgot a damper until I felt a cold breeze in the reading room. You must put one of these on an 8" inline fan. This unit is silent and the spring closes the butterfly in any orientation.

INSTALLATION NOTE: if you'll install this on a S&P TD-200, make sure that you have a section of hard duct in which to mount it as it does not fit into the exhaust side of the fan. I used a universal angle "swivel joint" elbow because it was less expensive and smaller than a section of 8" duct. Put a screw into each side to hold it in place because a fan that size will suck the hair off a cat. Use short screws (might have been 1", but 3/4" I think) and make sure to locate them where they won't obstruct the butterfly.

1/31/2012

4.0

Aldes 8" backdraft damper works

By Dan G

from Newburyport MA

About Me Homeowner

Pros

Easy To Install

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about American Aldes Aldes 8" Backdraft Damper - BDD8:

Used this on my kitchen hood exhaust fan and stopped the cold air from coming into the kitchen.

7/6/2011

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Very high quality damper

By Andy

from WI

About Me Professional

Pros

Easy To Install
High quality spring
Sleek Design

Cons

None

Best Uses

Comments about American Aldes Aldes 8" Backdraft Damper - BDD8:

Superior to the fantech model in every way. I won't buy another.

6/3/2011

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

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By DavidW

from Salina, KS

Pros

Easy To Install
Sleek Design

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about American Aldes Aldes 8" Backdraft Damper - BDD8:

[...], product was good and works as intended. Nice, compact design. Overall a good experience.

3/9/2011

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Easy to install and works as advertised.

By Larry

from North of San Antonio Tx

About Me Homeowner

Pros

Easy To Install
Quiet

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about American Aldes Aldes 8" Backdraft Damper - BDD8:

I used this damper in my range hood 8" vent pipe in my attic. Was a little loose, so I added sheet metal screws to ensure it would not slide down the pipe.