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Z-Flex Z-Vent Stainless Steel Venting is the perfect choice for tankless water heaters and boilers. Z-Flex Z-Vent is rated AL29-4C and is approved for Category I (vertical only), II, III & IV applications and is designed for use with boilers, high efficiency gas and oil heaters and water heaters where cool flue gases are vented under pressure. Z-Vent contains a built-in, fail-safe gasket and locking band connection. No sealant is required.

Z-Flex Z-Dens Polypropylene vent pipe is ULC S636 certified for use with high efficiency condensing oil and gas fired heating appliances having flue gas temperatures up to 230°F (110°C). Specially developed, fire retardant Polypropylene. Cat II, IV Special Gas Vent. Gas Vent BH, Class IIc. Suitable for use with negative and positive pressure appliances.

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  1. Z-Flex 7" x 15' Length of Aluminum 2-Ply Chimney Liner (2GAXXXX0715)

    Z-Flex 7" x 15' Length of Aluminum 2-Ply Chimney Liner (2GAXXXX0715)

    Z-Flex 7" x 15' Length of Aluminum 2-Ply Liner (2GAXXXX0715)

    Extra Aluminum Length For Use with Category I Natural-Draft Gas-Fired Heating Equipment and Gas Fireplaces Learn More

    Regular Price: $187.48

    Special Price: $149.99

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  2. Z-Flex Z-Vent 12" x 12" Stainless Steel Vent Pipe (2SVEP1201)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 12" x 12" Stainless Steel Vent Pipe (2SVEP1201)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 12" x 12" Stainless Steel Vent Pipe (2SVEP1201)

    Single Walled. Can be cut to length Learn More

    Regular Price: $187.07

    Special Price: $149.66

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  3. Z-Flex Z-Vent 3" x 45 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVDE0345)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 3" x 45 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVDE0345)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 3" x 45 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVDE0345)

    Double Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $186.78

    Special Price: $149.43

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  4. Z-Flex Z-Vent 3" x 30 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVDE0330)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 3" x 30 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVDE0330)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 3" x 30 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVDE0330)

    Double Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $186.78

    Special Price: $149.43

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  5. Z-Flex Z-Vent 3" x 15 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVDE0315)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 3" x 15 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVDE0315)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 3" x 15 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVDE0315)

    Double Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $186.78

    Special Price: $149.43

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  6. Z-Flex 3" x 12' Gas Insul-Vent Double Wall Insulated Vent - Connector Kit (2ZIKXXX0312)

    Z-Flex 3" x 12' Gas Insul-Vent Double Wall Insulated Vent - Connector Kit (2ZIKXXX0312)

    Z-Flex 3" x 12' Gas Insul-Vent Double Wall Insulated Vent - Connector Kit (2ZIKXXX0312)

    For Use with Category I Natural-Draft Gas-Fired Heating Equipment and Gas Fireplaces Learn More

    Regular Price: $186.36

    Special Price: $149.09

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  7. Z-Flex 5" x 3' Single Wall Oil Vent Connector Kit (2OVSKIT0503)

    Z-Flex 5" x 3' Single Wall Oil Vent Connector Kit (2OVSKIT0503)

    Z-Flex 5" x 3' Single Wall Oil Vent Connector Kit (2OVSKIT0503)

    For Use with Category I Natural-Draft Gas-Fired Heating Equipment and Gas Fireplaces Learn More

    Regular Price: $185.99

    Special Price: $148.80

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  8. Z-Flex Z-Dens 2" Flexible Kit Extension (2ZDFKX2)

    Z-Flex Z-Dens 2" Flexible Kit Extension (2ZDFKX2)

    Z-Flex Z-Dens 2" Flexible Kit Extension (2ZDFKX2)

    For lengthening purposes Learn More

    Regular Price: $185.81

    Special Price: $148.65

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  9. Z-Flex 3" x 6' Single Wall Oil Vent Connector Kit (2OVSKIT0306)

    Z-Flex 3" x 6' Single Wall Oil Vent Connector Kit (2OVSKIT0306)

    Z-Flex 3" x 6' Single Wall Oil Vent Connector Kit (2OVSKIT0306)

    For Use with Category I Natural-Draft Gas-Fired Heating Equipment and Gas Fireplaces Learn More

    Regular Price: $185.63

    Special Price: $148.51

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  10. Z-Flex Z-Vent 4" Inspection Port Length Stainless Steel Venting (2SVDPRT04.5)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 4" Inspection Port Length (2SVDPRT04.5)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 4" Inspection Port Length (2SVDPRT04.5)

    Double Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $185.60

    Special Price: $148.48

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  11. Z-Flex 7" x 5' Additional Length of Insul-Vent Pipe (2INSGAC0705)

    Z-Flex 7" x 5' Additional Length of Insul-Vent Pipe (2INSGAC0705)

    Z-Flex 7" x 5' Additional Length of Insul-Vent Pipe (2INSGAC0705)

    For Use with Category I Natural-Draft Gas-Fired Heating Equipment and Gas Fireplaces Learn More

    Regular Price: $185.13

    Special Price: $148.11

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  12. Z-Flex Z-Vent 7" x 45 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVEE0745)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 7" x 45 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVEE0745)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 7" x 45 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVEE0745)

    Single Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $184.72

    Special Price: $147.78

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  13. Z-Flex Z-Vent 7" x 30 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVEE0730)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 7" x 30 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVEE0730)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 7" x 30 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVEE0730)

    Single Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $184.72

    Special Price: $147.78

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  14. Z-Flex Z-Vent 7" x 15 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVEE0715)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 7" x 15 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVEE0715)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 7" x 15 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVEE0715)

    Single Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $184.72

    Special Price: $147.78

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  15. Z-Flex Z-Vent 10" Tee Cap with Drain Stainless Steel Venting (2SVDTCD10)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 10" Tee Cap with Drain (2SVDTCD10)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 10" Tee Cap with Drain (2SVDTCD10)

    Double Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $184.55

    Special Price: $147.65

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  16. Z-Flex Z-Vent 3" x 18" Stainless Steel Vent Pipe (2SVDP0301.5)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 3" x 18" Stainless Steel Vent Pipe (2SVDP0301.5)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 3" x 18" Stainless Steel Vent Pipe (2SVDP0301.5)

    Double Walled. Can be cut to length Learn More

    Regular Price: $184.36

    Special Price: $147.49

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  17. Z-Flex Z-Vent 5" Low Resistance Rain Cap Stainless Steel Venting (2SVSRC05)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 5" Low Resistance Rain Cap (2SVSRC05)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 5" Low Resistance Rain Cap (2SVSRC05)

    Single Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $184.18

    Special Price: $147.35

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  18. Z-Flex Z-Vent 4" Rain Cap with Wind Band Stainless Steel Venting (2SVDRCX04)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 4" Rain Cap with Wind Band (2SVDRCX04)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 4" Rain Cap with Wind Band (2SVDRCX04)

    Double Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $183.55

    Special Price: $146.84

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  19. Z-Flex Z-Vent 3" Rain Cap with Wind Band Stainless Steel Venting (2SVDRCX03)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 3" Rain Cap with Wind Band (2SVDRCX03)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 3" Rain Cap with Wind Band (2SVDRCX03)

    Double Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $183.55

    Special Price: $146.84

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  20. Z-Flex 6" Flexible Stainless Steel Oval Base Tee with Round Take Off (2ZRBIOX06)

    Z-Flex 6" Flexible Stainless Steel Oval Base Tee with Round Take Off (2ZRBTOX06)

    Z-Flex 6" Flexible Stainless Steel Oval Base Tee with Round Take Off (2ZRBTOX06)

    For Use with Category I Natural-Draft Gas-Fired Heating Equipment and Gas Fireplaces Learn More

    Regular Price: $183.01

    Special Price: $146.41

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  21. Z-Flex Z-Dens 6" Concentric Reducer - 6" to 4" - White (2ZDR64)

    Z-Flex Z-Dens 6" Concentric Reducer - 6" to 4" - White (2ZDR64)

    Z-Flex Z-Dens 6" Concentric Reducer - 6" to 4" - White (2ZDR64)

    Single Walled. Can be cut to length Learn More

    Regular Price: $182.95

    Special Price: $146.36

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  22. Z-Flex Z-Vent 14" Tee Cap Stainless Steel Venting (2SVDTC14)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 14" Tee Cap (2SVDTC14)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 14" Tee Cap (2SVDTC14)

    Double Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $182.33

    Special Price: $145.87

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  23. Z-Flex Z-Vent 14" x 6" Stainless Steel Vent Pipe (2SVEP14.5)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 16" x 6" Stainless Steel Vent Pipe (2SVEP16.5)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 16" x 6" Stainless Steel Vent Pipe (2SVEP16.5)

    Single Walled. Can be cut to length Learn More

    Regular Price: $182.33

    Special Price: $145.87

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  24. Z-Flex 8" x 12' Gas Single Vent Kit (2SVKXXX0812)

    Z-Flex 8" x 12' Gas Single Vent Kit (2SVKXXX0812)

    Z-Flex 8" x 12' Gas Single Vent Kit (2SVKXXX0812)

    Flexible Connector Length For Use with Category I Natural-Draft Gas-Fired Heating Equipment and Gas Fireplaces Learn More

    Regular Price: $181.90

    Special Price: $145.52

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  25. Z-Flex 4" x 25' Length of Aluminum 2-Ply Chimney Liner (2GAXXXX0425)

    Z-Flex 4" x 25' Length of Aluminum 2-Ply Chimney Liner (2GAXXXX0425)

    Z-Flex 4" x 25' Length of Aluminum 2-Ply Liner (2GAXXXX0425)

    Extra Aluminum Length For Use with Category I Natural-Draft Gas-Fired Heating Equipment and Gas Fireplaces Learn More

    Regular Price: $181.16

    Special Price: $144.93

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  26. Z-Flex 5" x 20' Length of Aluminum 2-Ply Chimney Liner (2GAXXXX0520)

    Z-Flex 5" x 20' Length of Aluminum 2-Ply Chimney Liner (2GAXXXX0520)

    Z-Flex 5" x 20' Length of Aluminum 2-Ply Liner (2GAXXXX0520)

    Extra Aluminum Length For Use with Category I Natural-Draft Gas-Fired Heating Equipment and Gas Fireplaces Learn More

    Regular Price: $181.03

    Special Price: $144.83

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  27. Z-Flex Z-Vent 10" x 6" Stainless Steel Vent Pipe (2SVDP10.5)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 10" x 6" Stainless Steel Vent Pipe (2SVDP10.5)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 10" x 6" Stainless Steel Vent Pipe (2SVDP10.5)

    Double Walled. Can be cut to length Learn More

    Regular Price: $180.52

    Special Price: $144.42

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  28. Z-Flex Z-Vent 9" Firestop with Support  Stainless Steel Venting (2SVSFSS09)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 9" Firestop with Support (2SVSFSS09)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 9" Firestop with Support (2SVSFSS09)

    Single Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $180.33

    Special Price: $144.27

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  29. Z-Flex Z-Vent 5" Single Wall to Double Wall Adaptor (2SVDSA05)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 5" Single Wall to Double Wall Adaptor (2SVDSA05)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 5" Single Wall to Double Wall Adaptor (2SVDSA05)

    Double Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $180.12

    Special Price: $144.10

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  30. Z-Flex Z-Dens 3" Flexible Ceiling Plate (2ZDCPS3)

    Z-Flex Z-Dens 3" Flexible Ceiling Plate (2ZDCPS3)

    Z-Flex Z-Dens 3" Flexible Ceiling Plate (2ZDCPS3)

    Single Walled. Learn More

    Regular Price: $179.42

    Special Price: $143.54

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  31. Z-Flex Z-Dens 2" Flexible Ceiling Plate (2ZDCPS2)

    Z-Flex Z-Dens 2" Flexible Ceiling Plate (2ZDCPS2)

    Z-Flex Z-Dens 2" Flexible Ceiling Plate (2ZDCPS2)

    Single Walled. Learn More

    Regular Price: $179.42

    Special Price: $143.54

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  32. Z-Flex Z-Vent 3" x 5' Stainless Steel Vent Pipe (2SVEPWCF0305)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 3" x 5' Stainless Steel Vent Pipe (2SVEPWCF0305)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 3" x 5' Stainless Steel Vent Pipe (2SVEPWCF0305)

    Can be cut to length Learn More

    Regular Price: $179.33

    Special Price: $143.46

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  33. Z-Flex Z-Vent 4" to 6" Concentric Increaser Stainless Steel Venting (2SVDI0406)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 4" to 6" Concentric Increaser (2SVDI0406)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 4" to 6" Concentric Increaser (2SVDI0406)

    Double Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $178.77

    Special Price: $143.01

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  34. Z-Flex Z-Vent 14" Tee Cap with Drain Stainless Steel Venting (2SVSTCD14)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 14" Tee Cap with Drain (2SVSTCD14)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 14" Tee Cap with Drain (2SVSTCD14)

    Single Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $178.76

    Special Price: $143.00

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  35. Z-Flex Z-Vent 10" x 12" Stainless Steel Vent Pipe (2SVEP1001)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 10" x 12" Stainless Steel Vent Pipe (2SVEP1001)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 10" x 12" Stainless Steel Vent Pipe (2SVEP1001)

    Single Walled. Can be cut to length Learn More

    Regular Price: $178.76

    Special Price: $143.00

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  36. Z-Flex Z-Vent 6" Single Wall to Double Wall Adaptor (2SVDSA06)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 6" Single Wall to Double Wall Adaptor (2SVDSA06)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 6" Single Wall to Double Wall Adaptor (2SVDSA06)

    Double Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $178.51

    Special Price: $142.82

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  37. Z-Flex 4" x 10' Additional Length of Insul-Vent Pipe (2INSGAC0410)

    Z-Flex 4" x 10' Additional Length of Insul-Vent Pipe (2INSGAC0410)

    Z-Flex 4" x 10' Additional Length of Insul-Vent Pipe (2INSGAC0410)

    For Use with Category I Natural-Draft Gas-Fired Heating Equipment and Gas Fireplaces Learn More

    Regular Price: $178.34

    Special Price: $142.67

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  38. Z-Flex 3" Boot Tee Stainless Steel Venting (2SVSTBT03)

    Z-Flex 3" Boot Tee Stainless Steel Venting (2SVSTBT03)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 3" Boot Tee Stainless Steel Venting (2SVSTBT03)

    Includes bird screen Learn More

    Regular Price: $178.27

    Special Price: $142.61

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  39. Z-Flex 3" x 25' Aluminum 2-Ply Chimney Liner Kit (2GACKIT0325)

    Z-Flex 3" x 25' Aluminum 2-Ply Chimney Liner Kit (2GACKIT0325)

    Z-Flex 3" x 25' Aluminum 2-Ply Chimney Liner Kit (2GACKIT0325)

    Aluminum Liner Length For Use with Category I Natural-Draft Gas-Fired Heating Equipment and Gas Fireplaces Learn More

    Regular Price: $178.25

    Special Price: $142.60

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  40. Z-Flex Z-Vent 14" Firestop Spacer  Stainless Steel Venting (2SVSFS14)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 16" Firestop Spacer (2SVSFS16)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 16" Firestop Spacer (2SVSFS16)

    Single Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $178.18

    Special Price: $142.54

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  41. Z-Flex 10" x 10' Length of Aluminum 2-Ply Chimney Liner (2GAXXXX1010)

    Z-Flex 10" x 10' Length of Aluminum 2-Ply Chimney Liner (2GAXXXX1010)

    Z-Flex 10" x 10' Length of Aluminum 2-Ply Liner (2GAXXXX1010)

    Extra Aluminum Length For Use with Category I Natural-Draft Gas-Fired Heating Equipment and Gas Fireplaces Learn More

    Regular Price: $177.58

    Special Price: $142.07

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  42. Z-Flex Z-Vent 14" Clamp Band  Stainless Steel Venting (2SVSCB14)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 22" Clamp Band (2SVSCB22)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 22" Clamp Band (2SVSCB22)

    Single Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $177.41

    Special Price: $141.92

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  43. Z-Flex 10" Stainless Steel Rigid Stacking Tee w/ Cap (2ZRBTXX10)

    Z-Flex 10" Stainless Steel Rigid Stacking Tee w/ Cap (2ZRBTXX10)

    Z-Flex 10" Stainless Steel Rigid Stacking Tee w/ Cap (2ZRBTXX10)

    For Use with Category I Natural-Draft Gas-Fired Heating Equipment and Gas Fireplaces Learn More

    Regular Price: $177.17

    Special Price: $141.74

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  44. Z-Flex Z-Vent 9" Tee Cap with Drain Stainless Steel Venting (2SVDTCD09)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 9" Tee Cap with Drain (2SVDTCD09)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 9" Tee Cap with Drain (2SVDTCD09)

    Double Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $177.17

    Special Price: $141.74

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  45. Z-Flex Z-Vent 14" Firestop Spacer  Stainless Steel Venting (2SVDFS14)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 14" Firestop Spacer (2SVDFS14)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 14" Firestop Spacer (2SVDFS14)

    Double Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $177.16

    Special Price: $141.73

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  46. Z-Flex Z-Dens 6" Condensate Drain - White (2ZDCD6H)

    Z-Flex Z-Dens 6" Condensate Drain - White (2ZDCD6H)

    Z-Flex Z-Dens 6" Condensate Drain - White (2ZDCD6H)

    Single Walled. Can be cut to length. For condensation collection prevention Learn More

    Regular Price: $176.79

    Special Price: $141.43

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  47. Z-Flex Z-Vent 5" x 90 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVEEWC0590)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 5" x 90 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVEEWC0590)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 5" x 90 Degree Elbow Stainless Steel Venting (2SVEEWC0590)

    Single Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $176.36

    Special Price: $141.09

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  48. Z-Flex Z-Vent 5" Flashing 0-30 Degrees  Stainless Steel Venting (2SVDFA05)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 5" Flashing 0-30 Degrees (2SVDFA05)

    Z-Flex Z-Vent 5" Flashing 0-30 Degrees (2SVDFA05)

    Double Wall Stainless Steel, Category III Venting Learn More

    Regular Price: $176.27

    Special Price: $141.02

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  49. Z-Flex 9" Z-Lok Tee (2ZFTJ09)

    Z-Flex 9" Z-Lok Tee (2ZFTJ09)

    Z-Flex 9" Z-Lok Tee (2ZFTJ09)

    For Use with Category I Natural-Draft Gas-Fired Heating Equipment and Gas Fireplaces Learn More

    Regular Price: $176.10

    Special Price: $140.88

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  50. Z-Flex 9" Lock'N Go Tee (2ZFTCB09)

    Z-Flex 9" Lock'N Go Tee (2ZFTCB09)

    Z-Flex 9" Lock'N Go Tee (2ZFTCB09)

    For Use with Category I Natural-Draft Gas-Fired Heating Equipment and Gas Fireplaces Learn More

    Regular Price: $176.10

    Special Price: $140.88

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  51. Z-Flex 6" x 30' Length of 1-Ply Aluminum Duct (1TLXXXX0630)

    Z-Flex 6" x 30' Length of 1-Ply Aluminum Duct (1TLXXXX0630)

    Z-Flex 6" x 30' Length of 1-Ply Aluminum Duct (1TLXXXX0630)

    Extra Aluminum Length For Use with Category I Natural-Draft Gas-Fired Heating Equipment and Gas Fireplaces Learn More

    Regular Price: $175.85

    Special Price: $140.68

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  52. Z-Flex Z-Dens 6" Adaptor with Viton Gasket - Aerco Benchmark (BMK750/1000/1500) 6" to 6" - Stainless Steel (2ZDAABM06)

    Z-Flex Z-Dens 6" Adaptor with Viton Gasket - Aerco Benchmark (BMK750/1000/1500) 6" to 6" - Stainless Steel (2ZDAABM06)

    Z-Flex Z-Dens 6" Adaptor with Viton Gasket - Aerco Benchmark (BMK750/1000/1500) 6" to 6" - Stainless Steel (2ZDAABM06)

    Adaptor for Fulton Endura Learn More

    Regular Price: $175.34

    Special Price: $140.28

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