{"product_id":"frost-fighter-48808-6-inch-galvanized-flue-rain-cap","title":"Vent Cap 6\" (48808)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFlue Rain Cap That Keeps Rain and Downdrafts Out of the Flue While the Heater Runs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn open flue takes snow and rain down to the heat exchanger, and a gust can push exhaust toward the burner. Frost Fighter manuals say you should use a vent cap where downdrafts are likely. The \u003cstrong\u003eFrost Fighter 48808 Vent Cap\u003c\/strong\u003e is that cap: a galvanized flue rain cap, 6 in. inlet, for IDF and IDH flues, fitted while the heater runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features and Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe Frost Fighter vent cap has a domed hood over a louvered skirt. The hood sheds rain and snow, the louvers let exhaust out, and the skirt shields the open pipe from wind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGalvanized steel stands up outdoors, so the flue rain cap stays on the flue all season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe 6 in. inlet matches the flue on Frost Fighter IDF and IDH heaters. It is the heater flue cap for those units, not for the 8 in. vent on the IHS700.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe Frost Fighter vent cap stays on while the heater operates, so a rental unit ships capped and comes back capped.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Cap Do You Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree Frost Fighter heater parts look alike; pick by what the flue needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePart\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat it is\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eUse it when\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003e48808 Vent Cap 6 in.\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRain and vent cap, open louvers\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eThe heater is running and the flue terminates outdoors\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003e48808A Flue Storage Cap 6 in.\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSolid cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eThe heater is parked and the flue should be closed\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003e48809A 3 ft Flue Extension with 6 in. Rain Vent Cap\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePipe and cap together\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eYou want 3 ft more vertical run before the cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003e78809A 3 ft Flue Extension with 8 in. Rain Cap\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e8 in. version\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eIHS700 heaters only\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVenting Rules From Frost Fighter's Manual\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flue must end in a vertical section at least 2 ft long with a suitable rain cap. Horizontal runs rise 1 in 10 away from the heater, and the chimney should hold 0.02 in. water column of draft. Outdoors, the IDF manual calls a 36 in. extension before the rain cap for flue pipe terminations highly advisable. Never run the unit in a partly ventilated area without a flue pipe. Venting on a Frost Fighter chimney flue follows CSA B149 (Canada) and NFPA 54 (US).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Heaters Use It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flue rain cap fits every Frost Fighter heater with a 6 in. flue. Frost Fighter’s manuals give a 6 in. flue for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cleanflow.net\/products\/frost-fighter-idf350-indirect-fired-heater-350-000-btu-h\"\u003eIDF350\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cleanflow.net\/products\/frost-fighter-idf500-indirect-fired-portable-heater-420-000-btu-h-dual-fuel-50-ft-ducting-capability-csa-etl-certified-industrial-grade\"\u003eIDF500\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cleanflow.net\/products\/frost-fighter-indirect-oil-diesel-fired-heater-170-000-btu-h\"\u003eIDH200QR\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cleanflow.net\/products\/frost-fighter-idh400qr-indirect-fired-heater-400-000-btu-h\"\u003eIDH400QR\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cleanflow.net\/products\/frost-fighter-indirect-oil-diesel-fired-heater-500-000-btu-h\"\u003eIDH500QR\u003c\/a\u003e. A 6-inch flue rain cap does not fit the IHS series, which vents at 8 in.; the\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cleanflow.net\/products\/frost-fighter-ihs700h-dual-fuel-indirect-fired-heater-700-000-btu-8000-cfm-csa-certified\"\u003eIHS700H\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cleanflow.net\/products\/frost-fighter-ihs700p-dual-fuel-indirect-fired-heater-700-000-btu\"\u003eIHS700P\u003c\/a\u003e take the 8 in. cap. DF direct-fired heaters have no flue and take no cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFrost Fighter part\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e48808\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRain and vent cap, domed hood with louvered skirt\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGalvanized steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInlet\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e6 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e5 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e6 in. flue on Frost Fighter IDF and IDH indirect-fired heaters\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWhile the heater is operating\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNot for\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e8 in. flues (IHS700); closing a parked flue (use the 48808A storage cap)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRelated parts\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e48808A storage cap; 48807 3 ft extension, no cap; 48809A 3 ft extension with cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuy Flue Rain Cap Online from Cleanflow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleanflow Utility Supply Company\u003c\/strong\u003e is an authorized Frost Fighter dealer and stocks this flue rain cap with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cleanflow.net\/collections\/frost-fighter\"\u003eFrost Fighter heaters and accessories\u003c\/a\u003e it fits, plus other Frost Fighter heater parts. Free shipping on orders over $199. Returns accepted within 30 days; email \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@cleanflow.ca\"\u003einfo@cleanflow.ca\u003c\/a\u003e. Ships across Canada and the USA. Call 1-866-335-1078 to confirm your flue size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder the 6-inch flue rain cap as part 48808. For a parked heater, order the 48808A storage cap instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat is a chimney rain cap?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eA hood on top of a flue or chimney pipe. It keeps rain and snow out while exhaust leaves through openings under the hood. The Frost Fighter vent cap does this on the heater's flue outlet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eDo I need a rain cap on my chimney flue when the heater vents outdoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Frost Fighter's IDF manual requires a suitable rain cap outdoors, and the IDH manuals call for a vent cap where downdrafts are liable to occur. A rain cap for flue pipe terminations also keeps water out of the heat exchanger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eFlue cap vs rain cap: which Frost Fighter part do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe rain cap (48808) stays on while the heater runs. The storage cap (48808A) is a solid heater flue cap that closes the pipe when the heater is parked. The storage cap is not for use while operating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eIs the Frost Fighter vent cap an anti-downdraft chimney cap?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes, in the sense that Frost Fighter uses. The hood and skirt keep wind from blowing down the pipe, which is why the manual calls for a vent cap where downdrafts are likely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHow high should a chimney cap be above flue outlets on the heater?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eFrost Fighter's rule is a vertical flue section at least 2 ft long before the cap, after any horizontal run rising 1 in 10 away from the heater. If the Frost Fighter chimney pipe is short, 48809A adds 3 ft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Frost Fighter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67738480214380,"sku":"48808","price":87.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/5405\/files\/FrostFighter48808FlueRainCap6in..webp?v=1792436283","url":"https:\/\/cleanflow.net\/products\/frost-fighter-48808-6-inch-galvanized-flue-rain-cap","provider":"Cleanflow","version":"1.0","type":"link"}