Wind Directional Chimney Cap - Galvanized

Rated 4.93 out of 5 based on 30 customer ratings

(31 customer reviews)

$69.51 – $242.87

Quality constructed from heavy-duty 26 gauge galvanized steel
An effective solution to chimney downdraft in windy areas
Cap separates the wind stream as it flows over the cap, while the rotating hood is kept in proper position (relative to the wind) by the wind vane
Air movement past the hood creates a partial vacuum in the flue, enhancing draft efficiency and helping to prevent downdrafts
Available for single wall pipe sizes from 5 inch to 14 inch outside diameter, see more details below
For double/triple wall pipe, we also offer our WCASS wind cap adapter which will fit inside an insulated, double or triple wall pipe to create a mount for your wind directional cap (sold separately)

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The FAMCO WDC wind directional chimney cap is designed to be an effective solution to chimney downdraft in windy areas. The cap separates the wind stream as it flows over the cap, while the rotating hood is kept in proper position (relative to the wind) by the wind vane. Air movement past the hood creates a partial vacuum in the flue, enhancing draft efficiency and helping to prevent downdrafts. Quality constructed from heavy-duty 26 gauge galvanized steel. This product does not include a built-in bird screen. We recommend using Loctite c5-a copper anti-seize on the rotating bracket and cleaning creosote buildup to ensure cap functions correctly and is able to rotate without issues, this should be done annually or else as needed. The FAMCO WDC wind directional chimney cap is engineered to slip around the OD (outside diameter) of a single wall pipe. For double/triple wall pipe, we also offer our WCASS wind cap adapter which will fit inside an insulated, double or triple wall pipe to create a mount for your wind directional cap (sold separately). The FAMCO WDC wind directional chimney cap comes in a range of diameters from 5 inch to 14 inch with heights ranging from 14½ inch to 27 inch, see our specs sheet for more details. The FAMCO WDC Wind Directional Chimney Cap is manufactured by FAMCO in the United States and comes with a 1-year warranty against product defects and workmanship. If you have any questions about this product, please refer to the FAQs above or feel free to contact us. Download the Product Specs .PDF

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Spec Sheet

Wind Directional Chimney Cap - Galvanized

SKU: WDC

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Questions and answers of the customers

I need a 6 and 1/2 inch chimney cap—-do you have this size

Q I need a 6 and 1/2 inch chimney cap—-do you have this size answer now
Asked on July 28, 2021 5:58 pm

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This is not a size we are currently able to manufacture, unfortunately.

I have an 8” outside diameter double insulated stovepipe. If your cap slips over the stovepipe I don’t understand why I’d need an adapter?

Q I have an 8” outside diameter double insulated stovepipe. If your cap slips over the stovepipe I ...... Read more answer now
Asked on May 25, 2021 7:25 am

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If you do not properly shield the outer wall of your pipe from the elements it could lead to corrosion or water damage.

I will need to transition from rectangle masonry to round for wind directional vent. Does the transition insert inside the chimney or outside?

Q I will need to transition from rectangle masonry to round for wind directional vent. Does the tra...... Read more answer now
Asked on January 31, 2021 7:11 am

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This transition fits over the outside of the flue and features a drawbolt band to tighten against the outer perimeter.

Heavy winds (20-30mps gusts) are blowing our hot water heater pilot and the main flame when it's heating. I can feel the wind blowing down the pipe when this happens. Do you know if the directional chimney cap will help for hot water heater pipes?

Q Heavy winds (20-30mps gusts) are blowing our hot water heater pilot and the main flame when it's ...... Read more answer now
Asked on December 13, 2020 3:55 pm

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Yes - this cap is designed to turn with the wind to block gusts from blowing down your pipes, and helps prevent backdraft in most applications where this is an issue.

31 reviews for Wind Directional Chimney Cap – Galvanized

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Rated 4.93 out of 5

Based on 30 reviews

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Terry (store manager) – June 5, 2017

Works like a charm

Been using the wind directional chimney cap for a few years now, will never use anything else as this does well. Great staff, products, will always come online to get our contractors supplies at Famco. Would definitely recommend
Rated 5 out of 5

Gary – February 17, 2018

Stovepipe cap

Just hooked it up but it looks like it’s going to work great
Rated 5 out of 5

TJ – February 25, 2018

GREAT product!

i was forced to run my stove pipe up on a steep part of a gambrel roof. when winds would come from the north, I would get MASSIVE downdrafts. After installing this chimney cap, the drafts were GREATLY minimized and i’m able to have wood burning fires on any day, regardless of the wind direction. Truly a great product and great value.
Rated 5 out of 5

Charles Osborne – December 5, 2018

Our draft increased .02 from .01 and now our furnace is doing wonderful.
Rated 5 out of 5

Leana (verified owner) – December 25, 2018

Nicely made, well packaged, arrived ahead of schedule. Only problem was 1 wingnut was not threaded.
Rated 5 out of 5

Anonymous (verified owner) – December 28, 2018
Rated 5 out of 5

Aidan Q – March 14, 2019

This wind directional cap is ingenious. It works like a charm. For my application, however, it turned out not to be a great solution….and this is where FAMCO shined! I made an inquiry about an alternative product; Within that day they had reviewed my inquiry, presented a sensible and appropriate solution, and placed a new order under warranty, which was more than they really had to do. The replacement product arrived in three days and it has solved the issue and is performing perfectly! Three cheers for this company and the fact that they gleefully stand behind their products!
Rated 5 out of 5

Bruce M. (verified owner) – June 8, 2019

wind cap moves nice and freely and service was great. l bought it to use on a wood burning tent stove when camping. Had a first time desert camping with heavy winds blowing the smoke back down the stove pipe. looking forward to tiring it.
Rated 5 out of 5

Michael (verified owner) – August 9, 2019

Have not installed yet, but I like the concept.
Rated 5 out of 5

HENRY S. (verified owner) – October 5, 2019
Rated 5 out of 5

Larrt Flournoy (verified owner) – October 21, 2019

Working Great
Rated 5 out of 5

Anthony Matkaiti (verified owner) – November 1, 2019

Fast service, works great
Rated 5 out of 5

Benny Hubbard (verified owner) – December 23, 2019
Rated 5 out of 5

Joe I. (verified owner) – January 2, 2020
Rated 5 out of 5

Bryan B. (verified owner) – January 14, 2020

Our new directional chimney Cap just survived two nights of 50+mph winds. Built very well.
Rated 5 out of 5

Evens Aristilde (verified owner) – January 21, 2020

Good product so far. Thank you for the fast shipping and good service
Rated 5 out of 5

Bud H. (verified owner) – February 4, 2020

Excellent materials and reasonable pricing. Made, shipped and received very quickly. Installed exactly as it should and is functioning well. Surprised at the quality of workmanship. Well done.
Rated 5 out of 5

Anonymous (verified owner) – July 21, 2020

Excellent quality, Great communication regarding shipping and fast delivery
Rated 5 out of 5

Nancy (verified owner) – October 15, 2020

The product is fine. Unfortunately it did not stop the leaking issue, but it was a first step.
Rated 5 out of 5

Cindy T. (verified owner) – November 6, 2020

Hey u guys did great. Good quality product that was reasonably priced and arrived in a timely manner.
Rated 4 out of 5

alan malotte (verified owner) – November 21, 2020

easy to install waiting for the wind to blow
Rated 5 out of 5

Crystal knittel (verified owner) – November 28, 2020

It was perfect and built very nicely we loved it
Rated 5 out of 5

jamie c. (verified owner) – December 1, 2020

good quality, shipping, communication, and price. i will buy more products in the future and recommend FAMCO to friends. cheers!
Rated 5 out of 5

Doug Halbert (verified owner) – December 5, 2020

With 7 inch pipe and a 7 inch swivel you will need an adapter
I did think of that.
Rated 5 out of 5

Brent E. (verified owner) – December 6, 2020

Quick shipper!
Rated 4 out of 5

mitchell ebenhoeh (verified owner) – December 20, 2020

It squeezed when it spins around is that normal, but works great!
Rated 5 out of 5

Jamie wallace (verified owner) – December 28, 2020
Rated 5 out of 5

Dennis L. (verified owner) – December 30, 2020

Heavy duty, Quality , swivels with ease, I will recommend
Rated 5 out of 5

FRED Khodadad (verified owner) – January 11, 2021
Rated 5 out of 5

Gregory F. (verified owner) – February 16, 2021

This unit made all the difference!!
…before the installation I couldn’t use my able barrel wood stove during high winds here in NE Nevada.
Rated 5 out of 5

Ellen Droel (verified owner) – March 27, 2021