Product Overview
68mm Round Downpipe Bracket in Black.
This uPVC bracket is designed to secure round downpipe lengths to external walls and is fully compatible with 68mm round downpipe fittings. Manufactured from impact-resistant PVC with UV stability for long service life.
The bracket provides stable support along the downpipe line, maintaining alignment under load, while the black finish blends with dark rooflines.
Features & Benefits
- Durable construction: Made from impact-resistant uPVC for long-lasting roofline performance.
- Secure compatibility: Fully compatible with 68mm round fittings for easy connection.
- Structural support: Holds downpipe sections firmly against the wall for reliable stability.
- Alignment accuracy: Maintains straight, plumb positioning along the downpipe run.
- Aesthetic match: Black finish blends with dark rooflines.
- System size: 68mm size coordinates with the full round downpipe system.
Applications
- Downpipe support: Secures vertical pipework on domestic and commercial buildings.
- Refurbishment: Replaces aged or corroded brackets in existing 68mm systems.
- Extensions: Supports downpipe additions on new elevations.
- Repairs: Restores stability where brackets have loosened or failed.
Installation Guidance
- Fixing method: Secure the bracket to sound external walls using suitable corrosion-resistant screws.
- Spacing: Position brackets at 1m intervals or less for consistent support.
- Pipe engagement: Clip the downpipe fully into the bracket seat.
- Alignment: Check vertical alignment along the run before final tightening.
- Inspection: Recheck fixings periodically and tighten if required.
Compliance & Performance
- Material: Unplasticised polyvinyl chloride (uPVC).
- Temperature performance: Designed for service from -20°C to +60°C.
- UV resistance: Tested to maintain colour and performance over time.
- Load capacity: Conforms to BS EN 12200 for rainwater downpipes.
- Important note: Ensure brackets are fixed only to structurally sound walls.