
Description
Universal Cavity Sleeve 9 x 3
The Universal Cavity Sleeve 9 x 3 is a robust duct sleeve designed to provide a safe and effective passage for services through cavity walls. Manufactured to fit a standard 9" x 3" opening, it ensures that pipes, ducts, or cables can pass through without compromising the wall’s structural integrity or damp protection.
Specifications
- Product Type: Cavity wall duct sleeve
- Size: 9 x 3 (to suit standard 9" x 3" airbrick openings)
- Material: Durable plastic / polypropylene (depending on specification)
- Colour: Standard black finish
- Compatibility: Fits behind 9 x 3 airbricks and links into cavity wall ducts
- Purpose: Provides safe routing of services through cavity walls while maintaining airflow and damp resistance
Benefits
- Service Protection: Allows safe installation of pipes, ducts, and cables through cavity walls.
- Prevents Damp Issues: Maintains cavity wall integrity and complies with damp proofing requirements.
- Easy Installation: Lightweight and quick to fit with standard airbricks.
- Durable Design: Manufactured from weather-resistant plastic for long-lasting performance.
- Regulation Compliant: Meets UK Building Regulations for cavity wall service penetrations.
Common Applications
- Cavity wall service entries (gas, water, electricity, telecoms)
- Used with 9 x 3 airbricks for ventilation and ducting
- New-build housing and extensions
- Retrofit and renovation projects requiring safe service ducts
What is the purpose of a Universal Cavity Sleeve 9 x 3?
It allows cables, ducts, or pipes to pass safely through a cavity wall without bridging damp proof courses, ensuring compliance with building regulations and long-term protection against damp.