45° ELBOW 6" VORTEX DOUBLE WALL VOD0090

Double wall stove pipe (like this Vortex elbow) is designed to connect your wood stove to the chimney and can only be used in the same room where the stove is located. It cannot pass through walls, ceilings, or roofs. When your venting system needs to penetrate a wall or ceiling, you must transition to Class A insulated chimney pipe, which is specifically rated for those applications. Double wall stove pipe uses air insulation between walls and requires 6-inch clearance to combustibles, while maintaining higher flue gas temperatures for better draft and efficiency.

Install the elbow using the easy-connect system, securing each joint with at least three #8 x 1/2" self-drilling screws. The elbow is used when an offset is needed in your pipe run, typically to navigate around obstacles or align with your chimney connection. Maintain the required 6-inch clearance to all combustible materials including walls and ceilings. All pipe sections must be solidly fastened together and properly supported. For best results, use two 45° elbows rather than a single 90° elbow when creating offsets, as this promotes better draft and easier cleaning.

No, you should only use Vortex Double Wall connector pipe and components together. Do not mix with other manufacturers' products, as different systems may have incompatible connection designs, clearance requirements, or safety certifications. Mixing brands can void warranties, compromise safety certifications, and create potential hazards. Stick with Vortex components throughout your entire stove pipe installation to ensure proper fit, performance, and compliance with safety standards.

The entire double wall connector pipe system, including elbows, must be cleaned and inspected annually by a qualified chimney professional. Regular maintenance prevents creosote buildup, ensures proper draft, and maintains safe operation. During inspection, check all joints for security, examine the powder coat finish for damage, and verify that clearances to combustibles are maintained. More frequent cleaning may be necessary depending on your usage patterns, wood moisture content, and burning practices.

The Vortex Double Wall 45° Elbow is designed to operate safely at maximum continuous temperatures of 1,200°F (650°C) or less. The stainless steel inner wall with thermal weave technology and air-insulated double wall construction work together to handle high flue gas temperatures while keeping the outer wall cooler. This temperature rating is suitable for normal residential use with properly operated wood stoves, fireplaces, and furnaces. Avoid over-firing your appliance, which can damage both the stove and the pipe system.

Vortex Double Wall stove pipe products typically include a limited lifetime warranty when used in normal residential applications with wood-burning appliances certified by accredited laboratories. The warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under proper installation and use. To maintain warranty coverage, the system must be installed according to manufacturer instructions, used at or below rated temperatures, and cleaned and inspected annually by a chimney professional. Warranty is void if the product is damaged by chimney fires, misuse, or improper installation.

This 45° elbow has specific dimensions: Dimension C (length along the pipe) measures 10.5 inches, and Dimension D (the offset distance) measures 9 inches. When calculating offsets for your installation, remember that you'll typically need two 45° elbows to create a complete offset and return to vertical or horizontal alignment. The inner diameter is 6 inches and outer diameter is 7 inches. These precise measurements allow you to plan your installation accurately and ensure proper fit with other Vortex Double Wall components.

Double wall stove pipe offers multiple advantages over single wall pipe: it requires only 6 inches clearance to combustibles versus 18 inches for single wall, allowing your stove to sit closer to walls and maximizing room space; the air insulation maintains higher flue gas temperatures for stronger draft, reduced smoking at startup, less creosote buildup, and increased efficiency; the cooler outer wall temperatures provide enhanced safety; and double wall construction significantly outlasts single wall pipe, which typically needs replacement every 2-3 years with regular use. The premium materials and construction justify the investment through superior performance and longevity.