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GAF Cobra Hand Nail Exhaust Vent, 10-1/2 in. x 50 ft. Black Shingle-Over Ridge Vent Roll
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GAF Cobra Hand Nail Exhaust Vent, 10-1/2 in. x 50 ft. Black Shingle-Over Ridge Vent Roll
The GAF Cobra Hand Nail Exhaust Vent is the original Cobra ridge vent, supplied as a black mesh roll 10-1/2 in. wide by 50 ft. long for hand nailing on roof ridges. Its shingle-over design blends into the ridge line and includes Smart Nails for installation. It pairs with ridge cap shingles 10 in., 11.75 in. or 12 in. wide.
Key Features:
- Original Cobra vent: The original Cobra ridge vent, protecting over 2 million homes.
- Hand nail design: Comes with Smart Nails for reliable hand nail installation, or works with 1-3/4 in. coil nails for nail gun installation.
- Shingle-over look: Shingle over design helps the vent blend into the ridge line.
- Simple install: Quick 3-step process with no complicated fitting, wrapping, nail gun adapters, connectors or end plugs needed.
- Wide slope range: Installs on roof slopes between 2:12 and 20:12.
- Ridge cap compatible: Options available for 10 in., 12 in. and 11.75 in. wide ridge cap shingles.
Specifications Table:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | GAF |
| Sell unit | 1 roll, 10-1/2 in. x 50 ft. |
| Product line | GAF Cobra |
| Type | Shingle-over ridge exhaust vent |
| Color / finish | Black |
| Nominal size | 10-1/2 in. x 50 ft. |
| Dimensions | 10-1/2 in. wide x 50 ft. long roll |
| Form | Continuous mesh roll |
| Roof slope range | 2:12 to 20:12 |
| Compatible ridge caps | 10 in., 11.75 in., and 12 in. wide ridge cap shingles |
| Fasteners | Smart Nails included; 1-3/4 in. (44.4 mm) coil nails for nail gun installation |
| Intended use | Attic exhaust ventilation along the roof ridge |
Coverage & How Much You Need:
One roll is 10-1/2 in. x 50 ft., covering 50 linear feet of ridge. Measure the length of ridge to be vented, subtract unvented sections, and divide by 50 ft per roll to determine how many rolls your job needs.
Fit and Compatibility:
Part of the GAF Cobra ventilation line and designed to work under ridge cap shingles 10 in., 11.75 in. or 12 in. wide. Ridge cap shingles and any intake ventilation are sold separately; check that your ridge cap width matches the vent options before ordering.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q: What is included with the vent?
A: Each 10-1/2 in. x 50 ft. roll includes Smart Nails for hand nailing; it can also be installed with 1-3/4 in. coil nails using a nail gun.
Q: How much ridge does one roll cover?
A: One roll covers 50 linear feet of ridge, so divide your vented ridge length by 50 to size the order.
Q: Do I need end plugs or connectors?
A: No. The roll design installs with a quick 3-step process without complicated fitting, wrapping, nail gun adapters, connectors or end plugs.
Q: What roof slopes can it be used on?
A: It can be installed on roof slopes between 2:12 and 20:12.
Q: What ridge cap widths does it support?
A: Options are available for 10 in., 11.75 in. and 12 in. wide ridge cap shingles.
Expert Verdict — Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk
Cobra hand nail vent is the go-to when you want attic exhaust without electricity or caps on the ridge. Balance it with adequate intake ventilation at the eaves, and cut the slot exactly to the manufacturer's specification for your slope before laying the roll. On steep or high-wind roofs, maintain the specified nail pattern so the shingle-over caps hold the vent firmly.
Work from secure ladder or roof anchors, and wear gloves when handling the cut edges of the mesh vent material.
Order the GAF Cobra Hand Nail Exhaust Vent today for fast, shingle-over ridge ventilation.
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