RDSS-100 (S3) Duct Sealing System
The Raychem RDSS-100 from TE Connectivity is a high-performance inflatable duct sealing system engineered for use in 83-114 mm (3.25- 4.50″) inner-diameter ducts. The system features a flexible metallic laminate bladder with pre-installed sealant strips on both sides, designed to wrap around the cable(s) and, once inflated, press the sealant against the duct wall and cable bundle to create a reliable watertight seal.
Kit contains 3 wraps/seals, 1 lubricant dispenser, installation instructions.
Provides Watertight Seal
The RDSS sealing system consists of an inflatable, sealed bladder of flexible, metallic laminate material, which has pre-installed, high-temperature sealant strips on both sides. The bladder is first inflated to 45 psi (three-bar) internal pressure and then presses the sealant against the duct wall and onto the substrate. The bag uses a self-sealing gel material to seal the filling hole when the filling tube is removed
Seals Multiple Cable Ducts
For applications with three or more cables, an RDSS-CLIP is inserted between the cables. The RDSS-CLIP is a high-temperature mastic mounted on an installation stick. It seals the area between the cables when used in conjunction with the RDSS inflatable bladder. Acceptable to use on medium voltage cables including unjacketed concentric neutral
Product Selection Information: Dimensions in Inches (MM)
Duct Inner Diameter | Number of Cables in Duct/Maximum Cable Bundle Diameter | ||
|---|---|---|---|
0, 1 or 2 Cables | 3 or 4 Cables | 5, 6 or 7 Cables | |
1 .25 (32) | RDSS-45 0 .5 (13) | RDSS-45, 1 RDSS-CLIP-45 0 .3 (8) | RDSS-45, 2 RDSS-CLIP-45 0 .1 (3 ) |
1 .50 (38) | RDSS-45 1 .0 (25) | RDSS-45, 1 RDSS-CLIP-45 0 .8 (20) | RDSS-45, 2 RDSS-CLIP-45 0 .6 (15) |
1 .75 (45) | RDSS-45 1 .3 (32) | RDSS-45, 1 RDSS-CLIP-45 1 .05 (27) | RDSS-45, 2 RDSS-CLIP-45 0 .9 (22) |
2 .00 (50) | RDSS-60 1 .2 (30) | RDSS-60, 1 RDSS-CLIP-75 1 .0 (25) | RDSS-60, 2 RDSS-CLIP-75 0 .8 (20) |
2 .25 (57) | RDSS-60 1 .6 (41) | RDSS-75, 1 RDSS-CLIP-75 1 .4 (36) | RDSS-75, 2 RDSS-CLIP-75 1 .2 (31) |
2 .50 (64) | RDSS-75 1 .5 (38) | RDSS-75, 1 RDSS-CLIP-75 1 .3 (33) | RDSS-75, 2 RDSS-CLIP-75 1 .1 (28) |
2 .75 (70) | RDSS-75 1 .8 (46) | RDSS-75, 1 RDSS-CLIP-75 1 .6 (41) | RDSS-75, 2 RDSS-CLIP-75 1 .4 (36) |
3 .00 (75) | RDSS-75 2 .2 (56) | RDSS-75, 1 RDSS-CLIP-75 2 .0 (50) | RDSS-75, 2 RDSS-CLIP-75 1 .8 (46) |
3 .25 (83) | RDSS-100 2 .2 (56) | RDSS-100, 1 RDSS-CLIP-100 2 .0 (50) | RDSS-100, 2 RDSS-CLIP-100 1 .8 (46) |
3 .50 (89) | RDSS-100 2 .6 (66) | RDSS-100, 1 RDSS-CLIP-100 2 .4 (61) | RDSS-100, 2 RDSS-CLIP-100 2 .2 (56) |
3 .75 (95) | RDSS-100 2 .9 (74) | RDSS-100, 1 RDSS-CLIP-100 2 .7 (69) | RDSS-100, 2 RDSS-CLIP-100 2 .5 (64) |
4 .00 (100) | RDSS-100 3 .2 (80) | RDSS-100, 1 RDSS-CLIP-100 3 .0 (75) | RDSS-100, 2 RDSS-CLIP-100 2 .8 (70) |
4 .25 (108) | RDSS-100 3 .5 (89) | RDSS-100, 1 RDSS-CLIP-100 3 .3 (85) | RDSS-100, 2 RDSS-CLIP-100 3 .1 (79) |
4 .50 (114) | RDSS-100 3 .5 (89) | RDSS-100, 1 RDSS-CLIP-100 3 .3 (85) | RDSS-100, 2 RDSS-CLIP-100 3 .1 (79) |
4 .75 (121) | RDSS-125 3 .8 (97) | RDSS-125, 1 RDSS-CLIP-125 3 .6 (92) | RDSS-125, 2 RDSS-CLIP-125 3 .4 (87) |
5 .00 (125) | RDSS-125 4 .1 (104) | RDSS-125, 1 RDSS-CLIP-125 3 .9 (98) | RDSS-125, 2 RDSS-CLIP-125 3 .7 (93) |
5 .25 (133) | RDSS-150† 4 .3 (109) | RDSS-150†, 1 RDSS-CLIP-150 4 .1 (104) | RDSS-150†, 2 RDSS-CLIP-150 3 .9 (98) |
5 .50 (140) | RDSS-150† 4 .7 (120) | RDSS-150†, 1 RDSS-CLIP-150 4 .5 (114) | RDSS-150†, 2 RDSS-CLIP-150 4 .3 (109) |
5 .75 (146) | RDSS-150† 4 .9 (124) | RDSS-150†, 1 RDSS-CLIP-150 4 .7 (119) | RDSS-150†, 2 RDSS-CLIP-150 4 .5 (114) |
6 .00 (150) | RDSS-150† 5 .1 (129) | RDSS-150†, 1 RDSS-CLIP-150 4 .9 (124) | RDSS-150†, 2 RDSS-CLIP-150 4 .7 (120) |
6 .25 (159) | RDSS-150† 5 .4 (138) | RDSS-150†, 1 RDSS-CLIP-150 5 .2 (133) | RDSS-150†, 2 RDSS-CLIP-150 5 .0 (125) |
6 .50-8 .00 (165-210) Ducts in this range require the use of RDSS-AD-210 adapter. Contact us for application information | |||
†See Ordering information.
Ordering Information:
1. In ducts where the cable/cable bundle is less than 2.4” (60mm) in diameter, an RDSS-AT/AP-150 device must be used in conjunction with the RDSS-150.
2. Standard package: RDSS= 10 kits/box or 3 kits/box, RDSS-CLIP= 5 clips/box, RDSS-TOOL= 1 each/box, CO2 cartridges=10 each/box, RDSS-AT/AP-150= 1 each/box
3. Related test report: EDR-5253
4. S-1278 sealant, used in RDSS-CLIPS, is available separately.
5. For proper inflation do not exceed the maximum cable bundle diameter (MCBD). To determine MCBD, use a diameter tape or contact your TE representative for assistance
RDSS Sealing Clip:
RDSS duct sealing clips are to be used if the duct is occupied by more than two cables . The maximum number of cables sealed with one RDSS-CLIP is four . If more cables are to be sealed, one extra clip is needed for every three additional cables . Check with your TE representative for applications with more than seven cables
Catalog Number | Kit Used With |
|---|---|
RDSS-CLIP-45 | RDSS-45 |
RDSS-CLIP-75 | RDSS-75 and RDSS-60 |
RDSS-CLIP-100 | RDSS-100 |
RDSS-CLIP-125 | RDSS-125 |
RDSS-CLIP-150 | RDSS-150 |
RDSS Installation Tools
RDSS duct seals can be installed with a variety of inflation tools having the capability of inflating RDSS to 45±3 psi (3 bar) of pressure . The tools TE Connectivity offers are summarized in the table below . The tool will only accept 16-gr CO2 gas cylinders (listed below)
Catalog Number | Description | Standard Package Quantity |
|---|---|---|
Inflation tool designed with an ON/OFF switch and an automatic pressure-monitoring system. The required CO2 gas cylinders (E7512-0160) must be ordered separately | 1 tool/box | |
16-gr CO2 gas cylinders for the RDSS-IT-16 tool. Each gas cylinder inflates approximately four RDSS-100 duct seals | 10 cylinders/box | |
RDSS-IG-SR-AS | Inflation tool designed for use with customer’s own source of nitrogen or compressed air. Features a pressure gauge, automatic shutoff, VGF valve connection, and two alternate connections for plastic or rubber hoses | 1 tool/box |
Tube snap assembly. Spare part for RDSS-IT-16 inflation tool | 1 each/box | |
E7512-0240 | Spare pressure gauge assembly for RDSS-IT-16 inflation tool | 1 each/box |
E7512-0260 | Spare delivery pipe for RDSS-IT-16 inflation tool | 1 each box |
S-1278-3x61x7620 | RDSS sealant roll | (1) 25-ft roll/box |
For use with the RDSS-150 in duct 5.25" or larger with cable/cable bundles less than 2.4"(60mm) in diameter | 1 each/box | |
Adapter for ducts 6.5-8.0"(165-210mm) diameter | 4 each/box | |
RDSS-LUBE for installation of RDSS. | 25 each/box |
