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The Thorsby No.132 is a square head whose whole character comes from its cornice: a bold, deeply stepped moulding that projects firmly at the top of the casting and throws a strong horizontal shadow across the face below.
Beneath it the body tapers evenly on all four sides to the outlet, entirely plain, before stepping in to a short collar. The contrast between the emphatic cornice and the quiet field beneath is the design, and it is a directly architectural one — the same relationship a classical entablature has with the wall below it.
That is why it specifies so easily on formal elevations. The stepped cornice picks up the mouldings of a classical building without competing with them, and the plain body keeps the casting calm where several occur along a frontage.
It suits Georgian and Regency work, classical civic and institutional buildings, country house principal and service elevations, and high-quality new construction in a traditional idiom.
Cast in solid iron to BS 460:2002, supplied in primer or black as standard, with heritage colours and traditional linseed oil finishes available on request.
Pipe connections: 65mm, 75mm and 100mm round; 75×75mm, 100×100mm and 125×125mm square; 100×75mm, 125×100mm and 150×125mm rectangular.
Suitable for listed buildings and conservation areas. Call 0333 987 4452 for flow rate advice on a specific roof area.
| Finish | Primer, Black |
|---|---|
| Size | 390w x 265d x 345h to 65mm, 390w x 265d x 345h to 75mm, 390w x 265d x 345h to 100mm, 390w x 265d x 345h to 100mmx75mm, 390w x 265d x 345h to 125mmx100mm, 390w x 265d x 345h to 150mmx125mm, 390w x 265d x 345h to 75mmx75mm, 390w x 265d x 345h to 100mmx100mm, 390w x 265d x 345h to 125mmx125mm |
BTU stand’s for British Thermal Units. This was the old (Imperial) measurement for heat in connection with plumbing. Although BTU’s is a term still commonly used within the heating and plumbing, the industry is now going over to KW’s Kilowatts.
A hit and miss vent has a sliding plate on the reverse of the grille that can be moved to open or close the ventilation apertures. This allows airflow to be regulated without removing or replacing the grille. The vent can be fully open, partially open, or fully closed depending on ventilation requirements.
The Cast Iron Louvre Airbrick (F020802AFC) is available in 225mm × 75mm, 225mm × 150mm, and 225mm × 225mm — standard brick course heights. All sizes share a consistent depth for straightforward like-for-like replacement of original cast iron louvre airbricks.
Yes. Cast iron hopper heads are the historically correct choice for listed and period buildings, and a like-for-like cast iron replacement is generally accepted without objection by conservation officers. We manufacture to BS 460 for genuine heritage character and durability.
Prices for each item are shown on the product pages, ex VAT. For a full schedule and quotation, send drawings or photographs showing the stack height and the connections, then call 0333 987 4452 or use the contact form.
Size selection depends on the distance between the mounting point and the rooflight frame, and the desired throw (opening distance). Our telescopic openers are available in 150mm, 250mm, and 300mm; the screw-jack stay is available in 300mm with a 250mm throw. For guidance on sizing for your specific rooflight, please call 0333 987 4452 or use the contact form.
Yes. Cast iron hopper heads are the historically correct choice for listed and period buildings, and a like-for-like cast iron replacement is generally accepted without objection by conservation officers. We manufacture to BS 460 for genuine heritage character and durability.
Prices are shown on the product pages at tuscanfoundry.com. For project or volume enquiries, please call 0333 987 4452 or use the contact form on our website.
Yes. Cast iron rainwater goods are widely accepted by conservation officers and historic environment bodies as the appropriate material for listed buildings. Tuscan Foundry's hopper heads are manufactured in solid cast iron to BS 460 specification and are suitable for all listed building grades. A linseed oil paint finish is also available, which is particularly appropriate for conservation projects.
The handle is compatible with Lumen Rooflights and most pole-operated rooflight and skylight systems. If you are unsure whether it suits your specific rooflight, call us on 0333 987 4452 and we can advise.
