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SECTION 233713
DIFFUSERS, REGISTERS, AND GRILLES

PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including Conditions of
Contract and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. This Section includes ceiling- and wall-mounted diffusers, registers, and
grilles.
1.3 DEFINITIONS
A. Diffuser: Circular, square, or rectangular air distribution outlet, generally
located in the ceiling and comprised of deflecting members discharging supply
air in various directions and planes and arranged to promote mixing of primary
air with secondary room air.
B. Grille: A louvered or perforated covering for an opening in an air passage,
which can be located in a sidewall, ceiling, or floor.
C. Register: A combination grille and damper assembly over an air opening.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each model indicated, include the following:
1. Data Sheet: For each type of air outlet and inlet, and accessory furnished;
indicate construction, finish, and mounting details.
2. Performance Data: Include throw and drop, static-pressure drop, and
noise ratings for each type of air outlet and inlet.
3. Schedule of diffusers, registers, and grilles indicating drawing
designation, room location, quantity, model number, size, and
accessories furnished.
4. Assembly Drawing: For each type of air outlet and inlet; indicate
materials and methods of assembly of components.
B. Coordination Drawings: Reflected ceiling plans and wall elevations drawn to
scale to show locations and coordination of diffusers, registers, and grilles with
other items installed in ceilings and walls.
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C. Samples for Initial Selection: Manufacturer's color charts showing the full
range of colors available for diffusers, registers, and grilles with factory-
applied color finishes.
D. Samples for Verification: Of diffusers, registers, and grilles, in manufacturer's
standard sizes, showing the full range of colors. Prepare Samples from the
same material to be used for the Work.
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Product Options: Drawings and schedules indicate specific requirements of
diffusers, registers, and grilles and are based on the specific requirements of
the systems selected. Other manufacturers' products with equal performance
characteristics may be considered. Refer to Division 1 Section "Product
Requirements."
B. NFPA Compliance: Install diffusers, registers, and grilles according to NFPA
90A, "Standard for the Installation of Air-Conditioning and Ventilating
Systems."
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 AIR-DIFFUSION DEVICE CONSTRUCTION
A. Air-diffusion device construction and mounting shall preclude flutter, rattle,
or vibration. Devices shall have the modifications and accessories necessary
for mounting in indicated surface construction.
B. Color selection shall be as directed by the Engineer.
C. Supply diffusers shall be provided with combination damper and equalizing
grid. Dampers shall be extracting-splitter type, except as otherwise indicated.
D. Supply diffusers shall be selected to give required throw to nearest wall.
Terminal velocity is not to exceed 0.5 m/s specified air quantity. Velometer
velocities through diffuser are not to exceed 3.0 m/s. Supply diffusers are to
be able to deliver air for cooling at 15 deg. C below room temperature without
causing objectionable conditions.
E. Air-diffusion device volume and pattern adjustments shall be made from the
face of the device. Volume adjustments shall be made by removable key.
F. Gaskets shall be provided for supply-terminal air devices mounted in finished
surfaces.
G. Exterior and exposed edges shall be rolled, or otherwise stiffened and rounded.
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H. For ductwork of pressure classes 1000 to 2500 Pa (4 to 10 inch water gage),

provide sponge-rubber gasket between flanges and wall or ceiling.
I. Size air outlets for minimum noise levels, not to exceed 30 db at specified air
quantity, as measured on the A-scale of a standard noise level meter, unless
specified otherwise.
2.2 MANUFACTURED UNITS
A. Diffusers, registers, and grilles are scheduled at the end of this Section.
2.3 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL
A. Testing: Test performance according to ASHRAE 70, "Method of Testing for
Rating the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets."
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine areas where diffusers, registers, and grilles are to be installed for
compliance with requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions
affecting performance of equipment. Do not proceed with installation until
unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Install diffusers, registers, and grilles level and plumb, according to
manufacturer's written instructions, Coordination Drawings, original design,
and referenced standards.
B. Ceiling-Mounted Outlets and Inlets: Drawings indicate general arrangement
of ducts, fittings, and accessories. Air outlet and inlet locations have been
indicated to achieve design requirements for air volume, noise criteria, airflow
pattern, throw, and pressure drop. Make final locations where indicated, as
much as practicable. For units installed in lay-in ceiling panels, locate units in
the center of the panel. Where architectural features or other items conflict
with installation, notify Engineer for a determination of final location.
C. Install diffusers, registers, and grilles with airtight connection to ducts and to
allow service and maintenance of dampers, air extractors, and fire dampers.
3.3 ADJUSTING
A. After installation, adjust diffusers, registers, and grilles to air patterns
indicated, or as directed, before starting air balancing.
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3.4 CLEANING
A. After installation of diffusers, registers, and grilles, inspect exposed finish.
Clean exposed surfaces to remove burrs, dirt, and smudges. Replace diffusers,
registers, and grilles that have damaged finishes.
3.5 DIFFUSER SCHEDULE
A. Linear Slot Diffuser.
1. Material: Aluminum.
2. Finish: Baked enamel, color selected by Engineer.
3. Number and spacing of slots: As per design requirement or shown on
drawings.
4. Maximum Noise-Criterion Rating: NC30.
5. Face Style: Linear.
6. Mounting: Flush or flanged
7. Dampers: Hit and miss.
8. Accessories: Include the following:
a. Insulated plenum on supply and return diffusers of dimensions as
shown on drawings.
b. Equalizing grid.
c. Operating keys.
d. Black finish blank-offs on dummy diffusers.
e. Alignment pins and end caps.
f. Mitered corners.
B. Linear Bar Diffuser.
1. Material: Aluminum.
2. Finish: Baked enamel, color selected by Engineer.
3. Width: As shown on drawings.
4. Spacing: As shown on drawings.
5. Maximum Noise-Criterion Rating: NC30.
6. Face Style: Linear bar.
7. Mounting: Flush or flanged.
8. Patterns: Fixed, deflection as per design selection.
9. Accessories: Include the following:
a. Mitered corners.
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b. Single blade damper.

c. Insulated plenum for supply and return diffuser of dimensions as
shown on drawings.
d. Black finish blank-offs on dummy diffusers.
C. Flow Bar Diffuser.
1. Material: Aluminum.
2. Finish: Baked enamel, color selected by Engineer.
3. Size: As shown on drawings.
4. Maximum Noise-Criterion Rating: NC30.
5. Face Style: Single-slot type, continuous length units furnished with
factory assembles corner modules and alignment pins.
6. Mounting: Flush or flanged.
7. Pattern: Adjustable, sliding (high throw) or vane (jet throw) type
controller for directing the airflow as required.
8. Accessories: Include the following:
a. Opposed blade damper adjustable from diffuser face
b. Mitered corners.
c. Insulated plenum for supply and return diffuser of dimensions as
shown on drawings.
d. Black finish blank-offs on dummy diffusers.
e. Plaster / ceiling frame, as required/ appropriate.
D. Supply and Return Ceiling Diffuser.
1. Material: Aluminum.
2. Finish: Baked enamel, color selected by Engineer.
3. Duct Connection: Round or square.
4. Duct Connection Size: As shown on drawings.
5. Face Size: To suit acoustic tile size and to the approval of Engineer.
6. Maximum Noise-Criterion Rating: NC30.
7. Face Style: Round, square or rectangular as shown on drawings.
8. Perforated face type: Manual adjustment for 1, 2, 3, or 4 way horizontal
air distribution pattern without change of air volume or pressure. Provide
equalizing or control grid and opposed blade over overlapping blade
damper.
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9. Mounting: Surface mount.

10. Patterns: Adjustable and one way, or 2 way, or 3 way, or 4 way as shown
on drawings.
11. Dampers: Opposed blade.
12. Accessories: Include the following:
a. Equalizer deflectors.
b. Extractor.
c. Operating keys.
E. Architectural Ceiling Diffuser.
1. Material: Aluminum.
2. Finish: Baked enamel, color selected by Engineer.
3. Duct Connection: Round.
4. Duct Connection Size: As shown on drawings.
5. Face Size: as per design requirement or shown on drawings.
6. Maximum Noise-Criterion Rating: NC30.
7. Face Style: Face shall have a smooth finish under any light conditions;
the curvature shall works with the formed edges of the face panel to
deliver a uniform 360o horizontal air pattern, without excessive noise or
pressure drop.
8. Air pattern: shall remain tight and horizontal for effective room air
distribution, even when the air volume varies over a wide range.
9. Mounting: Surface mount.
10. Reference model: Titus, model OMNI-AA or approved equal.
F. Jet Nozzle.
1. Material: Aluminum.
2. Finish: Powder coated, color to be selected and approved by the
Engineer.
3. Duct Connection: Round.
4. Duct Connection Size: As shown on drawings.
5. Face Size: as per design requirement or shown on drawings.
6. Maximum Noise-Criterion Rating: NC35.
7. Face Style: Round.
8. Air pattern: Adjustable, swivel deflection within +/- 30 degrees.
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9. Mounting: Front mounting flange.

10. Accessories: Insulated supply and return plenums.
11. Reference model: Titus, model DUK or approved equal.
3.6 REGISTER SCHEDULE
A. Supply/return and exhaust register.
1. Material: Aluminum.
2. Finish: Baked enamel, color selected by Engineer.
3. Face Blade Arrangement: Fixed horizontal for return and exhaust
registers.
4. Rear Blade Arrangement: Adjustable vertical for supply registers.
5. Frame: 1 inch (25 mm) wide.
6. Mounting: Countersunk screw.
7. Damper Type: Adjustable opposed-blade assembly.
8. Accessories: Include plaster frame.
3.7 GRILLE SCHEDULE
A. Supply and return grille.
1. Material: Aluminum.
2. Finish: Baked enamel, color selected by Engineer.
3. Face Blade Arrangement: Adjustable horizontal.
4. Rear Blade Arrangement: Adjustable vertical.
5. Frame: 1 inch (25 mm) wide.
6. Mounting: Countersunk screw.
7. Accessories: Include plaster frame.

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