Rigid Saf-T-Duct Dryer Outlet Box BDB110696
- In-wall or on-wall installation, before or after drywall
- True 4 inch round knockouts
- Oval knockouts for non-standard connections
- Patented rip-tab knockouts
- Aluminum transitions and Duraflo roof cap included
- White plastic, 3.2 lb
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A dryer outlet box that adds or recaptures wall space for the vent connection. Check which transition you need, since a rectangle-to-round and a round-to-oval part are listed.
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ASIN: B0058I36UK
Overview
Not a hose or a duct run, this is the wall box that terminates the vent rough-in behind the dryer, installed in or on the wall. Knockouts let the installer open the connection that matches the duct.
What it does well is flexibility at install time: it works before drywall goes up or after, and the oval knockouts handle non-standard connections. The compromise is that it is an installer part, with no dryer model list or sizing guide.
Who it's for
New construction and remodels where every inch of wall depth matters suits it. Someone who just needs a quick hookup for an existing dryer should use a simple duct kit.
Pros and cons
- Works in-wall or on-wall
- Round knockouts match standard duct
- Oval knockouts for odd connections
- Aluminum transition parts included
- Installer part, not a plug-and-play kit
Performance notes
Airflow depends on the connection shape, and the listing says standard round connections allow strong airflow and connect more easily than ovals. The rip-tab knockouts open cleanly where the duct enters, and the roof cap finishes the exterior side.
Specifications
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Frequently asked questions
What comes with the Saf-T-Duct dryer outlet box?
The listing names two aluminum rectangle to round transitions, an aluminum round to oval transition and a Duraflo plastic roof cap.
Can I install it after the drywall is up?
Yes. The description says it can be used on-wall after drywall or in-wall before drywall.
Does it fit oval vent connections?
Yes. It has oval knockouts for non-standard connections, though the listing says round connections connect more easily.