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controlling the temperature we make you feel comfortable

Viracon Insulating Glass is available in

a wide variety of choices using tints,

silk-screened patterns and Low-E and

reflective coatings to achieve the specific

designs, transmission levels and the

solar control options you’re looking for.

We welcome the challenge to help you

spec Viracon Insulating Glass in new and

imaginative ways to get the perfect com-

bination of aesthetics and performance.

Why Viracon?

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For over 37 years,
architects, designers
and contactors
throughout the world
have come to rely on
our proven expertise
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exploring a variety of
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glazing options. We
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tell us your thoughts,
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and together we’ll
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come up with a way
to make it all work.

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We’re here to help with design assistance, budget costing, return on
investment costing, spec writing and review as well as act as a liaison
between architects and glazing contractors. We also work closely with
the glazing contractor to offer assistance with initial costs, final pricing
negotiations, product information and job site inspections. Just ask.

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Call on us to help with quoting, product performance data, pricing, project
coordination, samples and mockups. All it takes is a phone call.

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Viracon insulating glass

Solar Spectrum TERMS AND DEFINITIONS

47% Solar Spectrum
51% The solar spectrum, commonly referred to as sunlight, consists of ultraviolet
light (UV), visible light and infrared (IR). The energy distribution within the
solar spectrum is approximately 2 percent UV, 47 percent visible light and 51
percent IR (see Figure 1). One aspect of the solar spectrum is its wavelength
2%
in which nanometer (nm) is the unit of length [1 nm = 10-9 m].
Ultraviolet Visible Infrared

Figure 1
UV is invisible to the human eye and has a wavelength range of ~300 - 380
nm. The damaging effects on long-term UV exposure results in fabric fading
and plastic deterioration.
Visible light is the only portion of the solar spectrum visible to the human
Thermal Heat Transfer eye. It has a wavelength band of ~380 - 780 nm.
IR is invisible to the human eye, has a wavelength range of ~790 - 3000 nm
Solar and has a penetrating heat effect. Short-wave IR converts to heat when it is
Radiation
absorbed by an object.

Convection & Heat Transfer Methods

Conduction Thermal
Radiation Heat transfers from one place to another via convection, conduction or
radiation. Convection occurs from the upward movement of warm, light air
Figure 2
currents. Conduction occurs when energy passes from one object to another.
Radiation occurs when heat is sent through space and is capable of traveling
to a distant object where it can be reflected, absorbed or transmitted
(see Figure 2).
RAT Equation
Solar Energy
When solar energy meets glass, portions of it are reflected, absorbed or
A
transmitted – giving you the RAT equation (see Figure 3).
R T
RAT Equation
R =Reflection e
A =Absorption The RAT equation accounts for 100 percent of solar energy, which is equal to
T = Transmission
e = emission the sum of solar reflectance, absorption and transmittance. For example, with
Figure 3 a single pane of 1/8" (3 mm) clear glass, 83 percent of solar energy is trans-
mitted, 8 percent is reflected and 9 percent is absorbed by the glass. Of the
solar energy absorbed, portions are emitted back towards the exterior and
towards the building interior (see Figure 4).

Solar Control
A 9%
100% The visible light and IR portions of solar energy are an essential part of
T 83% sunlight, since they represent nearly 100 percent of the solar spectrum.
R 8%
As a result, each plays an important role when glass is selected as a glazing
6% 3%
material for commercial building applications. To enhance thermal
1/8" (3 mm) Clear Glass
performance, thin metallic films are applied to one or more glass surfaces.
Figure 4
Solar Reflective Coatings
Solar reflective coatings reduce solar heat gain through higher reflection and
absorption with the glass appearing mirror like. Typically, the coating reflects
and absorbs high amounts of visible and IR portions of the solar spectrum.
As a result, heat gain is dramatically reduced, but the trade off is lower light
transmission through the glass.

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Low-Emissivity Coatings (Low-E) Visible (Light)

90 VE 1-2M
Low-Emissivity coatings, which are applied to glass, reflect invisible long-wave VE 1-85 VE 1-85
80

TRANSMITTANCE (%)
VE 1-55
infrared or heat. They reduce heat gain or loss in a building by redirecting the 70 VE 1-2M (Solarscreen 2000) VE 1-52
VE 1-42
heat. In addition, they provide greater light transmission, low reflection and 60 VE 1-40
Infraredt
reduce heat transfer. 50 (Heat)
40
Condensation Formation 30
Condensation forms on glass when the glass temperature falls below the 20
dewpoint of the air. To prevent condensation from forming, the glass 10

temperature needs to be higher than the dewpoint of ambient air. That’s why

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2100
it is critical to choose a glass product that addresses these concerns, such as
insulating glass. W A V E L E N G T H (nanometer)

For instance, insulating glass units decrease the potential for condensation Visible Infrared
Figure 6
formation on roomside glass surfaces by “insulating” the inboard glass ply
from conductive/convective heat loss to the outside.
Viracon VRE (Radiant Low-E)
This “insulation,” using an air space between the two glass plies, results in Viracon’s VRE high-performance coatings allow designers to balance aesthetics,
a more stabilized interior glass temperature. Unfortunately, insulating glass along with the economical necessity of reducing solar heat gain and the
alone may not totally eliminate condensation formation in extreme climates. psychological need for natural light. The product, available in 5 levels of light
To lessen this risk, a Low-E coating can be applied to the insulating unit. transmittance, provides a crisp neutral exterior appearance and soothing
tones to the interior, allowing two-way vision through the glazing under
Insulating Glass
varying lighting conditions. In addition, VRE coatings offer an efficient blend
Inherently, insulating glass increases a window’s thermal performance. It is
of u-values as low as any coatings along with reduced solar heat gain not
constructed with two or more glass plies, separated by a desiccant-filled
previously available with Low-E products.
spacer and sealed with an organic sealant. The desiccant absorbs the insu-
lating glass units internal moisture. The sealant may be the standard black Viracon VNE (Neutral Low-E)
silicone and PIB or you may choose a gray silicone/ PIB sealant (see Figure 5). Viracon’s VNE high-performance glass is the latest revolution in solar control
Viracon uses mill finish and black painted spacers. We also offer a stainless glass coatings to offer you an innovative alternative for your glass selection.
steel spacer for warm edge performance. VNE blends the low reflectivity of traditional Low-E (VE) coatings with the
improved solar control characteristics of the Radiant Low-E (VRE) coatings.
Viracon’s insulating glass products offer a wide range of performance levels,
The result is a new glazing option with low solar heat gain, low reflectance
as well as aesthetic options.
and an ultra-subtle neutral reflected color architects have been asking for.
Insulating Glass Unit The real beauty of VNE is that it provides an appealing visual balance without
Interior Ply dominating the building façade.
#1 Surface
Commercial Applications
#2 Surface
#3 Surface Many commercial building designs feature large ratios of glass-to-wall areas,
#4 Surface which translate into a greater potential for increased heat gain. What’s more,
Primary Seal
Polyisobutylene secondary sources, such as people, office machines and artificial lighting
Secondary Seal generate heat within a building. Consequently, the emphasis is on reducing
heat gain into the building interior.
Desiccant
Sight Line 1/2" Low-E coatings on tinted glass play an important role in thermal performance
± 1/8" Exterior Ply
by possessing high visible light transmission and low heat transfer properties.
Figure 5
What’s more, Low-E coatings on tinted glass reduce glare.
VIRACON GLASS When short-wave solar energy (IR) strikes the tinted exterior glass ply it is
Viracon High-Performance Reflective Insulating Glass absorbed and converted into long-wave infrared or heat. By applying a Low-E
This type of glass combines the thermal advantages of insulating glass with coating to the second (#2) surface, the heat is reradiated back outdoors,
the superior solar control characteristics of reflective coatings. reducing the heat gain potential into the building interior (see Figure 7).

Viracon Low-E Insulating Glass Commercial Application

When applied to a variety of glass substrates, Viracon’s Low-E coatings offer
a balance between light transmission and solar energy control. Solar Energy

Each coating offers high visible light transmittance, low exterior reflectance
(Short Wave)
and the lowest U-values available; thereby, reducing radiant heat transfer IR (Long Wave)
IR Radiation Visible
(see Figure 6). Light
Low-Emissivity
Coating
By combining tinted glass with silk-screened patterns and Low-E coatings, Interior Glass
Exterior Glass Tinted Clear
the building design professional can achieve unique, custom glass designs.
Coating #2 Surface

Figure 7

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Vision/Spandrel Match NFRC summer daytime U-values are based on an outdoor temperature of 89°F
Often a project may require spandrel glass to harmonize with the vision (32°C), an indoor temperature of 75°F (24°C), a 6.2 mph (10.1 km/h) outdoor
areas of your building. However, this is sometimes difficult to achieve when air velocity and a solar intensity of 248 BTU/(hr*ft2*°F) (782 W/m2).
high-light transmitting or low-reflective glass types are used. Instead, the R-Value
use of low-light transmitting and high-reflective glass types provide the Thermal resistance is expressed in ft2*hr*°F/BTU). It is the reciprocal of
least contrast between vision and spandrel areas under a variety of lighting U-value. The higher the R-value, the less heat is transmitted through the
conditions. glazing material.
In addition, variable sky conditions can also influence our perception of
Shading Coefficient
glass color and general appearance. On a bright, sunny day, the exterior
Shading coefficient is the ratio of solar heat gain through a specific type of glass
light intensity is approximately 50 to 100 times greater than the interior
that is relative to the solar heat gain through a 1/8" (3 mm) ply of clear glass
lighting level. When viewing the glass from the outside, the dominant
under identical conditions (see Figure 8). As the shading coefficient number
visual characteristic is the exterior reflection. On gray, overcast days,
decreases, heat gain is reduced, which means a better performing product.
a greater visual disparity is created between vision and spandrel areas.
This is due to the transparency of the vision glass and the perception of
Shading Coefficient (SC)
depth created by interior lighting. The non-vision areas tend to look flat
and two-dimensional by contrast.
Because spandrel glass is virtually opaque, it can only be viewed in reflec-
tion. On the other hand, vision glass possesses a degree of transmission. A
Solar Heat Gain (SHG)
As the transmission of the vision glass increases during overcast conditions, SHG = A + B
B
interior lighting becomes more prevalent. Viracon recommends viewing
SC = SHG of X
glass samples or full-size mockups to match vision and spandrel glass areas SHG of 1/8" CL

when the vision glass light transmission exceeds 14 percent. Figure 8

Greater contrast between vision and spandrel areas occurs when using Relative Heat Gain (RHG)
uncoated, tinted glass (green, bronze, blue, etc.) or high transmission The amount of heat gained through glass taking into consideration U-value
Low-E coatings. Under these conditions, insulating spandrel units can and shading coefficient. Using the NFRC standard, relative heat gain is
create the illusion of depth and approximate the vision glass more closely. calculated as follows:
By keeping the vision and spandrel glass construction similar (the same English System:
exterior glass color, coating, etc.), the contrast can be minimized under RHG = Summer U-value x 14°F + shading coefficient x 200.
various lighting conditions. Viracon recommends a neutral colored ceramic
Metric System:
frit on the number four (#4) surface.
RHG = Summer U-value x 7.8°C + shading coefficient x 630.
ENERGY TERMS
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC)
Visible Light Transmittance The portion of directly transmitted and absorbed solar energy that enters into
The percentage of visible light (380 - 780 nm) that is transmitted through the building’s interior. The higher the SHGC, the higher the heat gain.
the glass.
Light to Solar Gain Ratio (LSG)
Solar Transmittance The ratio is equal to the Visible Light Transmittance divided by the Solar Heat
The percentage of ultraviolet, visible and near infrared energy (300 - 3000 Gain Coefficient. The Department of Energy’s Federal Technology Alert publica-
nm) that is transmitted through the glass. tion of the Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) views an LSG of 1.25
Visible Light Reflectance or greater to be Green Glazing/Spectrally Selective Glazing.
The percentage of light that is reflected from the glass surface(s). European U-Value (formerly K-Value)
Solar Reflectance Based on ISO-DP10292 draft standard conditions. It is based on an outdoor
The percentage of solar energy that is reflected from the glass surface(s). temperature of 5.5°C, an indoor temperature of 20.5°C and a 4.8 m/s outdoor
air velocity.
NFRC U-Value
The solar and optical data presented in this guide is center-of-glass data based on the National
A measure of heat gain or heat loss through glass due to the differences Fenestration Rating Council measurement standards. They were calculated using Lawrence Berkeley
between indoor and outdoor temperatures. These are center pane values National Laboratory’s (LBNL) WINDOW 5.2 software. In some cases performance data changed in
comparison to previous versions of LBNL’s WINDOW program.
based on NFRC standard winter nighttime and summer daytime conditions.
U-values are given in BTU/(hr*ft2*°F) for the English system. Metric
U-values are given in W/(m2*°K)*.
*Note: To convert from English to metric, multiply the English U-value
by 5.6783.
NFRC winter nighttime U-values are based on an outdoor temperature of
0°F (-17.8°C), an indoor temperature of 70°F (21°C) and a 12.3 mph (19.8
km/h) outdoor air velocity.

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PRODUCT CODES

Coating Type Outboard Glass Substrate Nominal Visible Light Transmittance of Coating

VNE = Neutral Low-E 1 = Clear* 9 = Versalux Blue 2000

®
08 = 8% 40 = 40% 59 = 59%
VRE = Radiant Low-E 2 = Green* 10 = Versalux® Green 2000 14 = 14% 42 = 42% 63 = 63%
VE = Low-E 3 = Gray* 11 = Arctic Blue™ 20 = 20% 46 = 46% 67 = 67%
VS = Stainless Steel 4 = Bronze* 12 = Atlantica ™
30 = 30% 52 = 52% 85 = 85%
5 = Blue* 13 = Starphire™ 37 = 37% 54 = 54% 2M = 70%
6 = Blue-Green* 14 = Caribia™ 38 = 38% 55 = 55%
7 = Azuria™ 15 = Guardian UltraWhite™*
8 = EverGreen ™
19 = Guardian CrystalGray™*

*Detailed performance data is provided on the following pages for these substrates.
To view Viracon's complete product offering, including an expansion of high performance coatings and glass substrates, visit www.viracon.com.

UNCOATED INSULATING GLASS (TABLE 1)

Shading Relative European
Product Transmittance Reflectance U-Value Coefficient Heat Gain SHGC* LSG* U-Value
Visible Solar U-V Vis-Out Vis-In Solar Winter Summer
Clear 79% 61% 46% 14% 14% 11% .47 .49 .81 169 .70 1.13 2.8
Green 68% 39% 24% 11% 13% 7% .47 .49 .57 121 .49 1.39 2.8
Gray 41% 35% 19% 7% 12% 7% .47 .49 .55 117 .48 .85 2.8
Bronze 47% 38% 19% 8% 12% 7% .47 .49 .58 123 .50 .94 2.8
Blue 50% 37% 26% 8% 13% 7% .47 .49 .57 120 .49 1.02 2.8
Blue-Green 67% 40% 26% 12% 14% 8% .47 .49 .59 124 .51 1.31 2.8
UltraWhite™ 82% 76% 55% 14% 14% 13% .47 .49 .92 191 .80 1.02 2.8
CrystalGray™ 58% 43% 27% 10% 13% 8% .47 .49 .63 132 .54 1.07 2.8

*SHGC refers to Solar Heat Gain Coefficient

*LSG refers to Light to Solar Gain ratio
1. The performance data for Table 1 applies to insulating glass constructed with two plies (clear inboard) of 1/4" (6 mm) glass and a 1/2" (13 mm) air space. If UltraWhite™ (15) glass is used,
both plies of the unit are the UltraWhite™ substrate.

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VIRACON VNE (NEUTRAL LOW-E) INSULATING GLASS (TABLE 2)

Shading Relative European
Product Transmittance Reflectance U-Value Coefficient Heat Gain SHGC LSG U-Value
Visible Solar U-V Vis-Out Vis-In Solar Winter Summer
VNE1-37 37% 19% 13% 13% 10% 27% .30 .27 .28 61 .25 1.48 1.6
VNE1-63 62% 23% 4% 10% 11% 36% .29 .25 .32 67 .28 2.21 1.5
VNE2-37 31% 13% 6% 11% 10% 10% .30 .27 .24 51 .21 1.48 1.6
VNE2-63 52% 18% 2% 9% 11% 11% .29 .25 .29 61 .25 2.08 1.5
VNE3-37 19% 10% 6% 6% 9% 12% .30 .27 .20 44 .17 1.12 1.6
VNE3-63 31% 12% 2% 6% 10% 15% .29 .25 .21 47 .19 1.63 1.5
VNE4-37 22% 11% 5% 8% 9% 14% .30 .27 .22 47 .19 1.16 1.6
VNE4-63 37% 14% 2% 6% 10% 18% .29 .25 .23 50 .20 1.85 1.5
VNE5-37 23% 12% 7% 8% 9% 11% .30 .27 .22 48 .19 1.21 1.6
VNE5-63 39% 15% 2% 7% 10% 13% .29 .25 .25 53 .21 1.86 1.5
VNE6-37 32% 14% 7% 11% 10% 12% .30 .27 .25 53 .21 1.52 1.6
VNE6-63 53% 19% 3% 9% 11% 13% .29 .25 .29 62 .25 2.12 1.5
VNE15-37 39% 21% 15% 14% 9% 36% .30 .27 .29 63 .26 1.50 1.6
VNE15-63 65% 25% 5% 11% 11% 50% .29 .25 .32 67 .28 2.32 1.5
VNE19-37 27% 13% 8% 9% 9% 15% .30 .27 .24 51 .21 1.29 1.6
VNE19-63 46% 17% 3% 8% 11% 19% .29 .25 .27 57 .23 2.00 1.5
1. The performance data in Table 2 applies to insulating glass constructed with two plies (clear inboard) of 1/4" (6 mm) glass and a 1/2" (13 mm) air space. The VNE coating is applied to the second
(#2) surface. If UltraWhite™ (15) glass is used, both plies of the unit are the UltraWhite™ substrate.
2. If Viracon’s VNE coatings are applied to tinted glass, the glass must be heat treated.
3. If Viracon’s VNE coatings are applied to clear glass, contact our Technical Services Department at 800-533-2080 to determine the possibility of using annealed glass.

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VIRACON VRE (RADIANT LOW-E) INSULATING GLASS (TABLE 3)

Shading Relative European
Product Transmittance Reflectance U-Value Coefficient Heat Gain SHGC LSG U-Value
Visible Solar U-V Vis-Out Vis-In Solar Winter Summer
VRE1-38 36% 18% 12% 44% 21% 46% .30 .26 .27 57 .23 1.56 1.6
VRE1-46 43% 23% 16% 34% 15% 40% .30 .27 .33 69 .28 1.54 1.6
VRE1-54 47% 25% 16% 32% 16% 37% .30 .27 .35 74 .31 1.52 1.6
VRE1-59 53% 28% 17% 30% 19% 38% .30 .27 .39 81 .33 1.61 1.6
VRE1-67 59% 32% 20% 29% 25% 35% .30 .27 .43 90 .38 1.55 1.6
VRE2-38 30% 13% 6% 32% 21% 19% .30 .26 .22 48 .19 1.58 1.6
VRE2-46 36% 16% 7% 25% 15% 16% .30 .27 .26 56 .23 1.56 1.6
VRE2-54 40% 17% 8% 24% 16% 15% .30 .27 .28 60 .24 1.67 1.6
VRE2-59 44% 19% 8% 23% 19% 15% .30 .27 .30 64 .26 1.69 1.6
VRE2-67 50% 21% 9% 22% 24% 15% .30 .27 .33 69 .28 1.79 1.6
VRE3-38 18% 10% 5% 14% 21% 17% .30 .26 .20 43 .17 1.06 1.6
VRE3-46 22% 12% 7% 12% 14% 15% .30 .27 .23 49 .20 1.10 1.6
VRE3-54 24% 14% 7% 11% 15% 15% .30 .27 .24 53 .21 1.14 1.6
VRE3-59 26% 15% 7% 11% 18% 15% .30 .27 .26 55 .22 1.18 1.6
VRE3-67 30% 17% 8% 10% 24% 14% .30 .27 .28 60 .24 1.25 1.6
VRE4-38 22% 11% 5% 19% 21% 22% .30 .26 .21 45 .18 1.22 1.6
VRE4-46 26% 14% 7% 15% 14% 19% .30 .27 .25 53 .21 1.24 1.6
VRE4-54 29% 16% 7% 14% 15% 18% .30 .27 .26 57 .23 1.26 1.6
VRE4-59 32% 17% 7% 14% 19% 18% .30 .27 .28 60 .24 1.33 1.6
VRE4-67 36% 20% 8% 13% 24% 17% .30 .27 .31 66 .27 1.33 1.6
VRE5-38 23% 11% 7% 20% 21% 18% .30 .26 .21 46 .18 1.28 1.6
VRE5-46 27% 14% 9% 16% 14% 16% .30 .27 .25 53 .21 1.29 1.6
VRE5-54 30% 16% 10% 15% 15% 15% .30 .27 .26 56 .23 1.30 1.6
VRE5-59 33% 17% 10% 15% 19% 15% .30 .27 .28 60 .24 1.37 1.6
VRE5-67 37% 19% 11% 14% 24% 15% .30 .27 .30 65 .26 1.42 1.6
VRE6-38 31% 14% 7% 33% 21% 22% .30 .26 .23 50 .20 1.55 1.6
VRE6-46 37% 17% 9% 26% 15% 18% .30 .27 .27 58 .23 1.61 1.6
VRE6-54 41% 19% 10% 24% 16% 18% .30 .27 .29 62 .25 1.64 1.6
VRE6-59 45% 20% 10% 23% 19% 17% .30 .27 .31 66 .27 1.67 1.6
VRE6-67 51% 23% 11% 23% 24% 17% .30 .27 .34 72 .30 1.70 1.6
VRE15-38 38% 22% 14% 46% 22% 59% .30 .26 .28 59 .24 1.58 1.6
VRE15-46 45% 27% 18% 35% 15% 51% .30 .27 .35 73 .30 1.50 1.6
VRE15-54 49% 29% 19% 33% 16% 51% .30 .27 .37 78 .32 1.53 1.6
VRE15-59 55% 33% 20% 31% 19% 49% .30 .27 .41 86 .36 1.53 1.6
VRE15-67 62% 38% 23% 30% 25% 45% .30 .27 .46 97 .40 1.55 1.6
VRE19-38 26% 13% 7% 26% 21% 25% .30 .26 .23 49 .20 1.30 1.6
VRE19-46 31% 17% 10% 20% 15% 22% .30 .27 .27 58 .23 1.35 1.6
VRE19-54 34% 18% 10% 19% 16% 20% .30 .27 .29 61 .25 1.36 1.6
VRE19-59 38% 20% 11% 18% 19% 21% .30 .27 .31 66 .27 1.41 1.6
VRE19-67 43% 23% 12% 18% 24% 19% .30 .27 .34 72 .30 1.43 1.6
1. The performance data in Table 3 applies to insulating glass constructed with two plies (clear inboard) of 1/4" (6 mm) glass and a 1/2" (13 mm) air space. The VRE coatings are applied to the second
(#2) surface. If UltraWhite™ (15) glass is used, both plies of the unit are the UltraWhite™ substrate.
2. If Viracon’s VRE coatings are applied to tinted glass, the glass must be heat treated.
3. If Viracon’s VRE coatings are applied to clear glass, contact our Technical Services Department at 800-533-2080 to determine the possibility
of using annealed glass.

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VIRACON VE (LOW-E) INSULATING GLASS (TABLE 4)

Shading Relative European
Product Transmittance Reflectance U-Value Coefficient Heat Gain SHGC LSG U-Value
Visible Solar U-V Vis-Out Vis-In Solar Winter Summer
VE1-2M 70% 32% 10% 11% 12% 31% .29 .26 .44 91 .38 1.84 1.5
VE1-85 76% 46% 26% 12% 13% 21% .31 .29 .63 129 .54 1.41 1.6
VE1-55 47% 27% 13% 11% 16% 21% .31 .29 .40 84 .35 1.34 1.6
VE1-52 50% 32% 21% 16% 11% 20% .32 .29 .46 96 .40 1.25 1.7
VE1-42 37% 24% 16% 19% 14% 21% .31 .29 .36 77 .31 1.19 1.6
VE1-40 36% 21% 10% 15% 19% 25% .31 .29 .32 68 .28 1.29 1.6
VE2-2M 60% 24% 5% 9% 11% 10% .29 .26 .36 75 .31 1.93 1.5
VE2-85 65% 31% 13% 10% 12% 9% .31 .29 .45 93 .39 1.67 1.6
VE2-55 40% 18% 6% 10% 16% 9% .31 .29 .30 64 .26 1.54 1.6
VE2-52 43% 21% 10% 12% 11% 9% .32 .29 .34 72 .29 1.48 1.7
VE2-42 31% 15% 8% 15% 14% 10% .31 .29 .27 58 .23 1.35 1.6
VE2-40 32% 14% 5% 12% 19% 10% .31 .29 .26 55 .22 1.45 1.6
VE3-2M 35% 17% 4% 6% 9% 12% .29 .26 .28 59 .24 1.46 1.5
VE3-85 38% 25% 11% 6% 10% 10% .31 .29 .38 81 .33 1.15 1.6
VE3-55 23% 14% 5% 6% 15% 10% .31 .29 .26 57 .23 1.00 1.6
VE3-52 25% 17% 8% 7% 10% 9% .32 .29 .29 63 .25 1.00 1.7
VE3-42 19% 13% 7% 8% 13% 10% .31 .29 .25 53 .21 .90 1.6
VE3-40 18% 11% 4% 7% 19% 11% .31 .29 .22 49 .19 .95 1.6
VE4-2M 41% 20% 5% 7% 10% 15% .29 .26 .31 65 .26 1.58 1.5
VE4-85 44% 28% 11% 7% 10% 11% .31 .29 .43 89 .37 1.19 1.6
VE4-55 27% 17% 6% 7% 15% 12% .31 .29 .29 62 .25 1.08 1.6
VE4-52 29% 19% 9% 8% 10% 10% .32 .29 .33 69 .28 1.04 1.7
VE4-42 22% 15% 7% 10% 14% 11% .31 .29 .27 57 .23 .96 1.6
VE4-40 22% 13% 4% 8% 19% 13% .31 .29 .24 52 .21 1.05 1.6
VE5-2M 45% 21% 6% 7% 10% 12% .29 .26 .32 67 .28 1.61 1.5
VE5-85 48% 28% 15% 8% 11% 9% .31 .29 .42 87 .36 1.33 1.6
VE5-55 29% 16% 8% 7% 15% 9% .31 .29 .29 61 .25 1.16 1.6
VE5-52 32% 19% 12% 9% 10% 10% .32 .29 .32 68 .28 1.14 1.7
VE5-42 23% 14% 9% 10% 14% 10% .31 .29 .26 56 .23 1.00 1.6
VE5-40 23% 12% 6% 9% 19% 10% .31 .29 .24 52 .20 1.15 1.6
VE6-2M 60% 25% 6% 10% 11% 12% .29 .26 .36 76 .31 1.93 1.5
VE6-85 65% 32% 15% 11% 12% 10% .31 .29 .46 97 .40 1.62 1.6
VE6-55 40% 19% 7% 9% 15% 10% .31 .29 .32 67 .27 1.48 1.6
VE6-52 42% 22% 12% 13% 11% 11% .32 .29 .35 73 .30 1.40 1.7
VE6-42 32% 17% 9% 15% 14% 11% .31 .29 .29 61 .25 1.28 1.6
VE6-40 31% 15% 6% 13% 19% 12% .31 .29 .26 56 .23 1.35 1.6
VE15-2M 73% 37% 11% 11% 12% 42% .29 .26 .45 95 .39 1.87 1.5
VE15-85 79% 56% 31% 12% 13% 27% .31 .29 .69 142 .60 1.32 1.6
VE15-55 49% 33% 25% 12% 16% 28% .31 .29 .44 91 .38 1.29 1.6
VE15-52 52% 39% 25% 16% 11% 25% .32 .29 .50 105 .44 1.18 1.7
VE15-42 39% 29% 18% 20% 14% 26% .32 .30 .40 83 .34 1.15 1.6
VE15-40 38% 25% 12% 16% 19% 33% .31 .29 .34 72 .29 1.31 1.6
VE19-2M 51% 24% 6% 8% 11% 16% .29 .26 .35 73 .30 1.70 1.5
VE19-85 55% 33% 16% 9% 12% 12% .31 .29 .48 99 .41 1.34 1.6
VE19-55 34% 20% 8% 8% 16% 12% .31 .29 .32 68 .28 1.21 1.6
VE19-52 36% 23% 13% 10% 11% 12% .32 .29 .36 76 .31 1.16 1.7
VE19-42 27% 17% 10% 12% 14% 13% .32 .30 .29 53 .25 1.08 1.6
VE19-40 27% 15% 6% 10% 19% 14% .31 .29 .26 56 .23 1.17 1.6
1. The performance data in Table 4 applies to insulating glass constructed with two plies (clear inboard) of 1/4" (6 mm) glass and a 1/2" (13 mm) air space. The VE coatings are applied to the second
(#2) surface. If UltraWhite™ (15) glass is used, both plies of the unit are the UltraWhite™ substrate.
2. If Viracon’s VE-85 coatings are applied to tinted glass, contact our Technical Services Department at 800-533-2080 to determine the possibility of using annealed glass.
3. If Viracon’s VE-55, VE-52, VE-42 and VE-40 coatings are applied to clear glass, contact our Technical Services Department at 800-533-2080 to determine
the possibility of using annealed glass.
4. If VE-2M, VE-55, VE-52, VE-42, VE-40 coatings are applied to tinted glass, the glass must be heat treated.
5. Our Technical Services Department can also provide performance information on products not listed here.

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VIRACON VS (STAINLESS STEEL) REFLECTIVE INSULATING GLASS (TABLE 5)

Shading Relative European
Product Transmittance Reflectance U-Value Coefficient Heat Gain SHGC LSG U-Value
Visible Solar U-V Vis-Out Vis-In Solar Winter Summer
VS1-08 8% 5% 3% 42% 38% 34% .38 .39 .16 37 .13 .61 2.2
VS1-14 12% 9% 6% 32% 38% 27% .40 .41 .21 47 .18 .67 2.3
VS1-20 18% 12% 8% 24% 34% 21% .42 .43 .27 59 .23 .78 2.4
VS1-30 26% 18% 12% 15% 30% 14% .44 .45 .35 76 .30 .87 2.6
VS1-40 36% 26% 17% 11% 25% 10% .45 .47 .44 94 .38 .95 2.7
VS2-08 6% 3% 1% 31% 38% 16% .38 .39 .16 37 .13 .46 2.2
VS2-14 10% 5% 3% 25% 38% 14% .40 .41 .19 44 .16 .62 2.3
VS2-20 15% 8% 4% 18% 34% 11% .42 .43 .23 52 .20 .75 2.4
VS2-30 22% 11% 6% 12% 30% 8% .44 .45 .28 62 .24 .92 2.6
VS2-40 30% 16% 8% 9% 25% 6% .45 .47 .33 73 .29 1.03 2.7
VS3-08 4% 3% 1% 14% 38% 15% .38 .39 .16 37 .14 .29 2.2
VS3-14 6% 5% 3% 12% 38% 13% .40 .41 .19 44 .16 .37 2.3
VS3-20 9% 7% 4% 10% 33% 11% .42 .43 .23 52 .20 .45 2.4
VS3-30 13% 10% 5% 7% 29% 7% .44 .45 .27 61 .23 .56 2.6
VS3-40 18% 14% 7% 6% 25% 6% .45 .47 .32 71 .27 .67 2.7
VS4-08 4% 3% 1% 17% 38% 16% .38 .39 .16 38 .14 .29 2.2
VS4-14 7% 5% 2% 14% 38% 13% .40 .41 .19 45 .17 .41 2.3
VS4-20 11% 8% 3% 11% 33% 11% .42 .43 .23 52 .20 .55 2.4
VS4-30 16% 12% 5% 8% 30% 8% .44 .45 .29 64 .25 .64 2.6
VS4-40 21% 16% 7% 6% 25% 6% .45 .47 .34 75 .29 .72 2.7
VS5-08 5% 3% 2% 19% 38% 14% .38 .39 .16 37 .14 .36 2.2
VS5-14 8% 5% 3% 15% 38% 12% .40 .41 .19 44 .16 .50 2.3
VS5-20 11% 7% 4% 12% 33% 10% .42 .43 .23 51 .19 .58 2.4
VS5-30 16% 11% 7% 9% 30% 8% .44 .45 .28 62 .24 .67 2.6
VS5-40 22% 15% 9% 7% 25% 6% .45 .47 .33 72 .28 .79 2.7
VS6-08 6% 3% 2% 31% 38% 18% .38 .39 .16 37 .14 .43 2.2
VS6-14 10% 6% 3% 25% 38% 15% .40 .41 .19 45 .17 .59 2.3
VS6-20 15% 8% 4% 19% 34% 12% .42 .43 .23 53 .20 .75 2.4
VS6-30 23% 13% 7% 12% 29% 8% .44 .45 .30 66 .26 .88 2.6
VS6-40 30% 17% 9% 9% 25% 7% .45 .47 .35 76 .30 1.00 2.7
VS15-08 8% 7% 2% 43% 39% 43% .38 .39 .15 36 .13 .61 2.2
VS15-14 13% 11% 4% 34% 39% 34% .40 .41 .22 49 .19 .68 2.3
VS15-20 19% 16% 6% 25% 34% 27% .42 .43 .28 62 .24 .79 2.4
VS15-30 27% 24% 9% 16% 30% 17% .44 .45 .39 83 .33 .82 2.6
VS15-40 37% 34% 12% 11% 26% 11% .45 .47 .49 105 .43 .86 2.7
VS19-08 6% 2% 4% 24% 38% 19% .38 .39 .16 37 .14 .43 2.2
VS19-14 9% 6% 3% 19% 38% 15% .40 .41 .20 45 .17 .53 2.3
VS19-20 13% 9% 5% 15% 33% 12% .42 .43 .24 54 .21 .62 2.4
VS19-30 19% 13% 7% 10% 30% 9% .44 .45 .30 66 .26 .73 2.6
VS19-40 26% 18% 10% 7% 25% 7% .45 .47 .36 71 .31 .84 2.7
1. The performance data in Table 5 applies to insulating glass constructed with two plies (clear inboard) of 1/4" (6 mm) glass and a 1/2" (13 mm) air space. The VS coatings are applied to the second
(#2) surface. If UltraWhite™ (15) glass is used, both plies of the unit are the UltraWhite™ substrate.
2. If Viracon’s reflective coatings are applied to tinted glass, the glass must be heat treated.
3. If Viracon’s reflective coatings are applied to clear glass, contact our Technical Services Department at 800-533-2080 to determine the possibility
of using annealed glass.

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technical information

Setting Block Location Inadequate edge clearances can cause glass breakage as a result of glass-
Weep Hole Location to-frame contact. Viracon recommends a minimum face clearance of 3/16"
(5 mm), a minimum edge clearance of 1/4"(6 mm) and a minimum glass bite
of 1/2" (13 mm) (see Figure 10).
85 ± 5 Shore A Durometer Blocks
centered at 1/4 points with length
dependent upon glass area. Weep System
Weep System Do not expose the edges of laminated, insulating and opacifier film glass to
(3/8" Diameter
Holes) standing water. This can cause premature seal failure or delamination. Viracon
requires either impervious weather seals or an adequate weep system to
prevent this from occurring (see Figure 11). This is also true of lockstrip
gasket glazing.
W/4 W/4
The “W” indicates width of glass ply unit The glazing system manufacturer or designer is ultimately responsible for the
Figure 9 design of the weep system and its proper performance.

Structural Silicone Glazing

Structural silicone glazing systems use silicone sealants with an interior
Clearance, Bite and backup mullion. It must be specified as a structural silicone glazing system
Dimensional Tolerances
due to compatibility limitations of silicone sealants with certain types of glass
or insulating unit secondary seals. To obtain approval for any structural
silicone glazing system, contact the appropriate silicone manufacturer or
Viracon’s Technical Services Department.
Face
Gray Silicone/PIB (Polyisobutylene)
Bite Viracon offers Gray silicone/PIB in addition to standard Black silicone/PIB
Edge sealant. Both colors of sealant are the same Dow Corning 982 structural
silicone used by Viracon for the past 20 years. Therefore, the structural
performance and long-term durability expected of the primary and secondary
Figure 10 seal of our insulating glass unit remains the same.
The Gray silicone/PIB dual seal construction has certain inherent visual
characteristics that are not readily apparent with a Black silicone/PIB dual seal
Typical Glazing Detail construction. These include the following:
• Gray color variation. Given the inherent variation in compounding both
Closed-Cell Dense
Neoprene silicone and PIB by suppliers, visual differences may occur.
Wedge
Gasket Gasket • Color match between silicone and PIB. While every effort is made to
match these visually, the compounding variation mentioned above
precludes a perfect match. Additionally, a slight contrast in color is
required in order to identify any sealant inconsistencies.
• Black specks within the silicone and PIB. These are due to the existence
Weep of carbon black in the sealant manufacturing process.
• Dark lines or streaks in the silicone. These may occur as a result of
Figure 11 the edge deletion process used to remove certain coatings around the
perimeter glass edge. With black silicone/PIB these are not visible;
however, with the light gray color they may be visible when viewed
Glazing Guidelines
from close distances.
Viracon requires that only 100% silicone setting blocks be used for all types of
glazing systems. The blocks should have a durameter hardness of 85±5. They None of these inherent product characteristics would be considered cause
should also be centered at quarter points and be 1/16" (1.6 mm) less than the for rejection.
channel width (see Figure 9).
Glass Handling and Storage
Lockstrip gasket systems also require setting blocks. For additional Care needs to be taken during handling and glazing to ensure that glass
recommendations, contact the appropriate gasket manufacturer. damage does not occur. Do not allow glass edges to contact the frame or any
hard surface during installation. Use rolling blocks if the insulating units are

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rotated or “cartwheeled” on their corners. To see an example of a rolling Suggested Specifications

block, refer to the Glass Association of North America (GANA) glazing manual. You can specify Viracon products, using the MASTERSPEC® Basic Section
Improper glass storage techniques may result in damage to glass components, “Glass and Glazing” or the MASTERSPEC Supplemental Section “Decorative
glass surfaces, coatings or glass breakage. Store glass crates properly to pre- Glazing” software.
vent them from tipping. Also, ensure proper blocking and protection from MASTERSPEC is a comprehensive and unbiased master specification system
outside elements. produced and distributed by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) on a
Viracon recommends a 5-7° lean against two wide, sturdy uprights, which are licensed user basis. For further information, call 800-424-5080.
capable of withstanding crate weight. Warranty Information
Once the glass is installed, the architect, general contractor or building owner Viracon’s architectural products carry limited warranties. Contact our Inside
should provide for glass protection and cleaning. Weathering metals, alkaline Sales Department for copies of our product warranties.
materials or abrasive cleaners may cause surface damage. Windblown objects,
PRODUCT STANDARDS
welding sparks or other material that contacts the glass surface during
construction may cause irreversible damage. Uncoated Insulating Glass
Minimum Size Standard Maximum Size
Maintenance and Cleaning Annealed:
To maintain aesthetics, it is important to clean the glass during and after 8" x 18" 84" x 144"
construction. For routine cleaning, use a soft, clean, grit-free cloth and a mild (203 mm x 457 mm) (2134 mm x 3658 mm)
soap, detergent, or window cleaning solution. Heat processed:
Rinse immediately with clean water and remove any excess water from the 12" x 12" 84" x 144"
glass surface with a squeegee. Do not allow any metal or hard parts of the (305 mm x 305 mm) (2134 mm x 3658 mm)
cleaning equipment to contact the glass surface. Premium over-sized maximum: 84" x 165" (2134 mm x 4191 mm) or 96" x 144"
Take special care cleaning coated reflective glass surfaces. Do not use abrasive (2438 mm x 3658 mm). Premium over-sized maximum for silk-screened glass
cleaners, razor blades, putty knives and metal parts of cleaning equipment, and for heat-soaked glass is 84" x 165" (2134 mm x 4191 mm). A technical
since these will scratch the reflective coating. Fingerprints, grease, smears, review is required for all over-sized requests.
dirt, scum and sealant residue are more noticeable on reflective glass, 1. Viracon’s architectural insulating glass units have been CBA rated with
requiring more frequent cleaning. Follow the same cleaning techniques the Insulating Glass Certification Council (IGCC) in accordance with
used for non-reflective glass. ASTM Specifications E-773 and E-774. ASTM E 2190 now supercedes
ASTM E-773 and E-774. In 2005 IGCC has begun certifying insulating
Glass Breakage
glass to ASTM E 2190. Viracon’s insulating glass will now be IGCC
It is important to first determine appropriate loads for the glass. Viracon certified to ASTM E 2190.
can supply architects with glass strength analyses on specified products.
2. In some cases, Viracon’s insulating glass may require heat processing. Refer
“Unexplained” glass breakage may still occur due to thermal stress, glazing
to heat processing comments on page 14 for further product information.
system pressures, glazing damage, handling and storage conditions, excessive
wind loads, objects and debris striking the glass, improper factory fabrication Viracon High-Performance Reflective and Low-E Coated
or damage by persons or objects at the construction site. Insulating Glass
Minimum Size Standard Maximum Size
Framing Deflections
Annealed:
Refer to the GANA glazing manual for information on adequate framing
8" x 18" 84" x 144"
systems. You are required to comply with industry standards for framing
(203 mm x 457 mm) (2134 mm x 3658 mm)
deflection. It must not exceed either the length of the span divided by 175
Heat processed:
or 3/4" (19 mm), whichever is less.
12" x 36" 84" x 144"
Non-Rectangular Glass Shapes (305 mm x 914 mm) (2134 mm x 3658 mm)
Viracon’s capabilities include cutting virtually any shape glass required for your The maximum size for Viracon’s VNE63 coating is 72” x 144”. The maximum size
project without full-size patterns. However, if you require a full-size pattern, it for the VNE37 coating is 84” x 144”.
must be submitted to Viracon on mylar material. If not, Viracon will transfer
Premium over-sized maximum: 84" x 165" (2134 mm x 4191 mm) or 96" x 144"
the pattern to mylar at an additional charge. However, Viracon will not be
(2438 mm x 3658 mm). Premium over-sized maximum for silk-screened glass
responsible for size accuracy. For additional information, contact Viracon’s
and for heat-soaked glass is 84" x 165" (2134 mm x 4191 mm). A technical
Inside Sales Department.
review is required for all over-sized requests.
1. In some cases, insulating glass units may require heat processing. Refer
to heat processing comments on page 14 for further product information.

RECOMMENDED CLEARANCES
Glass Thickness Edge Clearance Face Clearance Glass Bite Dimensional Tolerance Thickness Tolerance

1" (25 mm) unit 1/4" 3/16" 1/2" +3/16"/ -1/16" +1/32"/ -1/16"
with 1/4"(6 mm) glass (6 mm) (5 mm) (13 mm) (+4.8 mm / -1.6mm) (+.8 mm / -1.6mm)

*Detailed performance data is provided on the following pages for these substrates.
To view Viracon’s complete product offering, including an expansion of high performance coatings and glass substrates, visit www.viracon.com

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2. Coated Glass Inspection Guidelines. Viracon’s coated glass products • When viewing spandrel glass under similar conditions, reflected pinholes
comply with ASTM Standard C 1376. and scratches are not considered defects if they are unobtrusive.
• Pinholes — Inspect glass from a distance of 10 ft. (3 m) in transmission, 3. You can use Viraspan in structurally glazed applications. However,
at a viewing angle of 90° to the specimen, against a bright uniform a clear edge may be visible. Contact Viracon’s Architectural Inside Sales
background. If a pinhole is readily apparent, the following criteria apply: Department for more information.
Pinholes larger than 1/16" (1.6 mm) in diameter are not allowed in 80 4. Viracon reserves the right to change substrate glass suppliers. As a result,
percent of the central glass area. Pinholes larger than 3/32" (2.4 mm) this may affect perceived colors of our Viraspan samples. Approval of all
are not allowed in the outer 20 percent of the glass area. No more than glass colors is based on 12" x 12" (305 mm x 305 mm) samples, which
two readily apparent blemishes are allowed in a 3" (75 mm) diameter are ordered for each project.
circle and no more than five readily apparent blemishes are allowed in
a 12" (300 mm) diameter circle. Heat-Processed Glass (Heat Strengthened and Tempered)
1. Glass cutting and fabrication is completed prior to heat processing.
• Uniformity—When viewing coated glass from a minimum distance of
10 ft. (3 m), color variation may occur from one unit to another. This 2. Viracon’s two types of heat-processed glass comply with ASTM Standard
can be caused by variations within the float glass substrate and normal C1048. Surface compression of heat-strengthened glass with thicknesses
production variations, and this is not considered a defect. All Viracon of 1/4" (6 mm) and less is 4,000-7,000 psi. Surface compression for 5/16"
commercial glass products conform to industry color standards. (8 mm) and 3/8" (10 mm) heat-strengthened glass is 5,000-8,000 psi.*
For fully-tempered glass, the minimum surface compression is 10,000 psi.
• Distortion—Various factors involved in heat processing, insulating air
It also complies with ANSI Z97.1 and CPSC 16 CFR 1201 safety glazing
spacers and frame binding may distort reflected objects viewed on the
standards.
glass surface. These are not considered defects of the coated glass or
the final fabricated product. *Because of reader repeatability and instrument tolerances, Viracon’s toler-
ance for heat-strengthened glass surface compression is +/- 1,000 psi.
• Scratches—Inspect glass from a distance of 10 ft. (3 m). Scratches up to
2" (50 mm) are allowed in 80 percent central glass area, and scratches Note: The maximum sizes listed are shown to illustrate pro-
up to 3" (75 mm) are allowed in the outer area. Concentrated scratches duction limits. These sizes are unavailable as finished products.
or abraded areas are not allowed. Maximum piece size for annealed glass under any condition
is 50 sq. ft. (4.65 sq.m.) Maximum size for heat-treated glass
Viracon Insulating Spandrel Glass under any condition is 65 sq. ft. (6.04 sq.m.) Maximum unit
Minimum Size Standard Maximum Size weight is 750 pounds (340 kg). The premium over-weight
12" x 36" 84" x 144" maximum is 2000 pounds (907 kg). A technical review is
(305 mm x 914 mm) (2134 mm x 3658 mm) required for all over-weight requests.
Premium over-sized maximum: 84" x 165" (2134 mm x 4191 mm). A technical
For complete information on all of Viracon products including: insulating,
review is required for all over-sized requests.
silk-screened, spandrel, laminated, protective, monolithic and acoustical
1. Viracon designs its spandrel glass for glazing against a uniform, opaque glass, visit www.viracon.com, or contact us at glass@viracon.com or by
background. We do not recommend its use in transoms, partitions or calling 800-533-2080.
other areas where a uniform, opaque background is unavailable.
2. Reflective Spandrel Glass Inspection Guidelines CONTINUING EDUCATION
We also work with professional organizations
• View spandrel glass from a distance of 15 ft. (4.6 m) under natural
and firms worldwide to provide AIA registered
daylight conditions. Color and reflectance may vary when viewed under
educational seminars. As a registered provider
a uniform, opaque background. This is not considered a defect.
with the AIA/Continuing Education System (AIA/CES), archi-
• When viewing spandrel glass under similar conditions, reflected pinholes tects can receive 1.5 continuing learning units (LU’s) with
and scratches are not considered defects if they are unobtrusive. AIA/CES, including health, safety and welfare credits. Visit
our website for a complete listing of available educational
Viraspan™ for Uncoated Insulating Glass seminars and to schedule a presentation, or contact us
Minimum Size Standard Maximum Size at 800-533-2080.
12" x 12" 84" x 144"
(305 mm x 305 mm) (2134 mm x 3658 mm)
Premium over-sized maximum: 84" x 165" (2134 mm x 4191 mm). A technical
review is required for all over-sized requests.
1. Viracon designs its spandrel glass for glazing against a uniform, opaque
background. We do not recommend its use in transoms, partitions or
other areas where a uniform, opaque background is unavailable.
2. Viraspan Spandrel Glass Inspection Guidelines
• View spandrel glass from a distance of 15 ft. (4.6 m) under natural
daylight conditions. Color and reflectance may vary when viewed under
a uniform, opaque background. This is not considered a defect.

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This publication describes Viracon’s architectural insulating glass products

to help you analyze possible design options and applications. To obtain
warranty information, contact Viracon’s Architectural Inside Sales or
Technical Services Department.

The information contained in this publication is presented in good faith.

It is believed to be accurate at the time of publication. Viracon reserves
the right to change product specifications without notice and without
incurring obligation.
Viraspan and Viraconsulting are registered trademarks of Viracon.
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UltraWhite and CrystalGray are trademarks of Guardian Industries Corp.
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