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Introduction
T y p e s o f G l a s s __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2
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Annealed Glass Architects, designers and builders have more choices
Heat-strengthened Glass
Tempered Glass of glass today than ever before. Those choices can
Laminated Glass
make a tremendous difference in your project’s cost,
Insulating Glass
Warm-Edge Spacer energy efficiency and environmental impact. So you need
Tinted Glass vs. Low-E Coated Glass
Common Glass Configurations accurate, detailed information to ensure that you choose
Spandrel Glass
Hurricane Glass the right glass.
Turtle Glass

P e r f o r m a n c e Ch a r a c t e r i s ti c s o f G l a s s __________________________________________________________________7
Energy Conservation and Coated Glass This brochure provides technical information – including
SunGuard Advanced Architectural Glass
performance capabilities and glazing guidelines – for all
Glass Performance: Spectral Graphs
Acoustical Information types of SunGuard Advanced Architectural Glass from
How to View/Evaluate Glass Hand Samples
Guardian. It also contains instructions for the proper
F a b r i c ati o n a n d G l a z i n g _____________________________________________________________________________________________________1 7
Optical Distortion handling, maintenance and cleaning of the glass before,
Thermal Breakage
Heat-Soaking during and after building construction. We believe that
Wind Load
Bending SunGuard Coated Glass you’ll find most of the answers you need in this brochure,
Strain Pattern
but you’re always welcome to call us at 1-866-GuardSG
Moiré Pattern
Glass Edge Types (482-7374) to consult with a SunGuard Advanced
Glass Handling, Storage, Maintenance and Cleaning
Coated Glass: Minimum & Maximum Sizes Architectural Glass specialist or to order a glass sample.
Oversize Glass: Insulating and Heat-treatment Considerations
Construction-Phase Risks of Thermal Breakage
Statistical Probability of Glass Breakage
Glazing Guidelines
Quality/Inspection Guidelines

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Architectural Tools
Standards Used in Architectural Glass
Warranty
Glossary of Terms

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Types of Glass
Ty p e s o f G l a s s
Tempered glass is often referred to as “safety glass” because it meets the requirements of the

Getting the right type of glass – or the right combination of types – can be critical to the success of various code organizations that set standards for safety glass. This type of glass is intended for

your project. This section defines the various kinds of glass, how they’re made, and their strengths general glazing, and safety glazing such as sliding doors, storm doors, building entrances, bath

and characteristics. It also diagrams construction techniques to show how different glass types can and shower enclosures, interior partitions and other uses requiring superior strength and safety

be combined for the desired heat, light and insulation properties. properties. Tempered glass cannot be cut or drilled after tempering, and any alterations, such as
edge-grinding, sandblasting or acid-etching, can cause premature failure.

Annealed Glass
L a m i n at e d G l a s s
Float glass (also called “flat” glass) that has not been heat-strengthened or tempered is annealed
Laminated glass is two or more lites (pieces) of glass permanently bonded together with one
glass. Annealing float glass is the process of controlled cooling to prevent residual stress in the
or more plastic interlayers (PVB) using heat and pressure. The glass and interlayers can be a
glass and is an inherent operation of the float glass manufacturing process. Annealed glass can
variety of colors and thicknesses designed to meet building code standards and requirements as
be cut, machined, drilled, edged and polished.
necessary. Laminated glass can be broken, but the fragments will tend to adhere to the plastic
layer and remain largely intact, reducing the risk of injury. Laminated
H e at- St r e n gth e n e d G l a s s 1 2 3 4
glass is considered “safety glass” because it meets the requirements
Heat-strengthened (HS) glass has been subjected to a heating and cooling cycle and is generally
of the various code organizations that set standards for safety. Heat-
twice as strong as annealed glass of the same thickness and configuration. HS glass must
strengthened and tempered glass can be incorporated into laminated
achieve residual surface compression between 3,500 and 7,500 PSI for 6mm glass, according to
glass units to further strengthen the impact resistance. Hurricane
ASTM C 1048. Please contact Guardian regarding thicker glass standards. HS glass has greater
resistance, the need for bomb blast protection, sound attenuation
resistance to thermal loads than annealed glass and, when broken, the fragments are typically Exterior Interior
and ballistic or forced-entry security concerns are all primary uses for
larger than those of fully tempered glass and initially may remain in the glazing opening. Heat- PVB Interlayer
laminated glass. For complete industry-accepted information about
strengthened glass is not a safety glass product as defined by the various code organizations.
laminated glass, please review the Glass Association of North America’s
This type of glass is intended for general glazing, where additional strength is desired to withstand
Laminated Glazing Reference Manual.
wind load and thermal stress. It does not require the strength of fully tempered glass, and is
intended for applications that do not specifically require a safety glass product. When heat-
I n s u l ati n g G l a s s
treated glass is necessary, Guardian Industries recommends the use of heat-strengthened glass
Insulating glass refers to two or more lites of glass sealed around the edges with an air space
for applications that do not specifically require a safety glass product. HS glass cannot be cut or
between, to form a single unit. Commonly referred to as an “IG unit,” insulating glass is the most
drilled after heat-strengthening and any alterations, such as edge-grinding, sandblasting or acid-
effective way to reduce air-to-air heat transfer through the glazing. When used in conjunction with
etching, can cause premature failure.
low-E and/or reflective glass coatings, IG units become effective means to conserve energy and
comply with energy codes. The most common architectural insulating glass unit configuration is
Tempered Glass
1/4" glass/ 1/2" air space/ 1/4" glass.
Fully tempered glass is approximately four times stronger than annealed glass of the same
thickness and configuration, and residual surface compression must be over 10,000 PSI for 6mm,
As low-E coatings have become better at reducing air-to-air heat transfer, spacer technology
according to ASTM C 1048. Please contact Guardian for thicker glass standards. When broken,
has become the focus of incremental thermal improvements. Typical commercial spacers are
it will break into many relatively small fragments, which are less likely to cause serious injury.
composed of formed aluminum filled with desiccant
The typical process to produce tempered Glass
to absorb any residual moisture inside the IG unit, thus
glass involves heating the glass to over
0 Stress 20% (t) Compression reducing potential condensation. While this is a structurally
1,000 degrees F, then rapidly cooling Air Space
strong material, the aluminum-to-glass contact point
to lock the glass surfaces in a state of Glass Spacer
Thickness Tension is a very efficient thermal conductor and can increase
60% (t)
compression and the core in a state of (t = 100%) Desiccant
the potential for temperature differential between the
tension as shown in the diagram.
center of glass and the edge of glass, which can lead to Seal
0 Stress 20% (t)
condensation and reduces the unit’s overall U-Value.
Approximate (t)

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Wa r m - E d g e S pa c e r C o m m o n G l a s s C o n f ig u r ati o n s
Warm-edge spacer technology is another option for improving the thermal properties, reducing The following images depict the most common glass configurations and identify the glass
condensation and reducing U-values in IG units. There are a number of warm-edge spacer surfaces with numbers showing the glass surfaces counting from exterior to interior.
designs available, all of which thermally break the metal-to-glass contact point to some degree,
while offering varying levels of structural integrity that may or may not be suitable for commercial Monolithic Glass Insulating Glass Unit (IG) Laminated Glass
applications. Warm-edge spacers can significantly reduce heat conduction when compared to 1 2 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4

conventional metal spacers.

Metal Spacer Warm-Edge Spacer

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More Heat Less Heat

Flow Flow IG Unit IG Unit IG Unit
Laminated Inboard Laminated Outboard Laminated Inboard/Outboard
Heat Transfer Heat Transfer
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T i n t e d G l a s s ( H e at- A b s o r b i n g ) v s . L o w - E C o at e d G l a s s
Low-E coatings reduce the amount of direct solar energy entering the building. Before the Exterior Interior Exterior Interior Exterior Interior
development of low-E coatings, architects relied on tinted (heat-absorbing glass) or reflective
coatings to reduce solar energy transmission. Tinted glass almost always requires heat-treatment
S pa n d r e l G l a s s
to reduce potential thermal stress and breakage and tends to reradiate the absorbed heat.
Spandrel glass is the area of glass panels that conceal structural building components such as
Reflective coatings are effective at reducing heat gain but also reduce visible light transmission.
columns, floors, HVAC systems, electrical wiring, plumbing, etc. Spandrel glass is typically located
Low-E coatings reflect solar energy away from the glazing, often without requiring heat-
between vision glass on each floor of a building.
treatment, and generally have lower visible light reflection.

Curtainwall and structurally glazed designs often require the use of spandrel glass to achieve a
High-Performance Coated designer’s vision of the finished project. Spandrel glass applications can be a complementary
Gray Insulating Glass Unit Insulating Glass Unit or contrasting color with respect to the vision glass appearance. Spandrel glass must be heat-
Thermal Stress
Thermal Stress Temps
Temps Thermal Stress
Thermal Stress Temps
Temps
treated to avoid thermal stress breakage. Guardian has extensive experience with spandrel glass
148° 148°
116° 116° 135° 135°95° 95°
applications and can help architects and building owners achieve the desired appearance, while
Sol
ar
Sol
ar
Sol
ar
Sol
ar reducing the risk of thermal stress breakage.

37% Transmitted
37% Transmitted 33% Transmitted
33% Transmitted When high light-transmitting or low-reflecting vision glass is specified, achieving an exact spandrel
7% Reflected
7% Reflected 32% Reflected
32% Reflected match can be difficult. Daylight conditions can have a dramatic effect on the perception of vision
to spandrel appearance. For instance, a clear, bright sunny day produces highly reflective viewing
5% Absorbed
5% Absorbed 3% Absorbed
3% Absorbed
51% Absorbed
51% Absorbed 32% Absorbed
32% Absorbed
conditions and may provide a good vision to spandrel glass match. A gray, cloudy day may allow
more visual transmission from the exterior and produce more contrast between the vision and
Tinted Glass
Tinted Glass (heat-absorbing
(heat-absorbing glass) glass) Low-E Glass
Low-E Glass (heat-reflecting
(heat-reflecting glass) glass)
¼” gray float
¼” gray
glassfloat glass outboard
outboard / ¼” clear inboard
/ ¼” clear inboard ¼” clear w/SunGuard
¼” clear w/SunGuard
SuperNeutral
SuperNeutral
68 outboard
68 outboard
/ ¼” clear inboard
/ ¼” clear inboard spandrel glass. Guardian recommends full-size, outdoor mock-ups be prepared and approved in
Tvis = 42%TvisSHGC
= 42% SHGC =0.48
=0.48 Tvis = 68%TvisSHGC
= 68% SHGC =0.38
=0.38
order to confirm the most desirable spandrel option for a specific project.

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Hurricane Glass
Performance Characteristics
The coastal areas of North America have begun adopting “hurricane codes” to help prevent
catastrophic building failure during hurricane conditions. Initially, Dade County, Florida, enacted What are the effects of wind and heat on architectural glass? What degree of light reflectance and
requirements that have been used heat absorption can be expected? What optical and acoustical effects are normal? This section
as a model for other areas such shows how to get the maximum performance from SunGuard Advanced Architectural Glass.
as Texas and the Gulf Coast, as
well as up the Atlantic Seaboard.
Small Missile Above 30’ E n e r g y C o n s e r v ati o n a n d C o at e d G l a s s
The codes may vary regionally,
The use of coated glass and insulating glass units can have a significant impact on the energy
so design professionals are
consumption of commercial buildings. A reduction in HVAC system cooling capacity reduces the
encouraged to research the local
initial investment, and annual savings from reduced energy consumption for heating and cooling
municipality codes when beginning
requirements provides a return on glazing investment year after year. Studies have shown that
new projects. The diagram
Large Missile Less Than 30’ over a 10-year period, the energy savings from high-performance coated glass can be several
indicates basic Dade County,
hundred thousand dollars for a typical six-story building, and the payback can be as little as two years.
Florida, code requirements for small
and large missile glazing testing.
Guardian Industries has invested substantial resources over the years in search of improved solar
heat gain and U-values of commercial coated glass products. The SunGuard product line is one
Turtle Glass of the results of that investment – a wide range of performance characteristics to meet varying
It has been discovered that light shining brightly from buildings within the line of sight of the local and regional energy codes as well as some of the highest performing, most energy-efficient
seashore attracts marine turtle hatchlings away from their natural environment at sea. Due to coatings available today.
this behavior, the design of projects along the Florida coastline requires adherence to the Florida
Model Lighting Ordinance for Marine Turtle Protection. The ordinance requires architectural glass
S u n G u a r d A d v a n c e d A r c hit e c t u r a l G l a s s
installed in coastal buildings to transmit no more than 45 percent of interior light.
The SunGuard glass product line is designed to deliver energy efficiency that will meet or exceed
energy code requirements and includes products offering a variety of aesthetically pleasing
color options. The SuperNeutral® Series presents the highest-performing energy characteristics
available in high light-transmitting low-E coatings from Guardian. Our High Performance Series
provides a range of light transmission, reflection and energy conservation qualities to choose
from. And our Solar Series lets the design professional work with traditional “reflective” coatings
that are excellent at lowering heat gain.

All SunGuard Advanced Architectural Glass products are distributed through Guardian’s
independent Select Fabricator network. Guardian has established this network to promote
consistent quality and availability. Select Fabricators can provide glass samples for mock-ups and
can typically offer faster delivery than many competitors.

The following tables provide glass performance figures for a wide variety of SunGuard
products and glass makeups. Please contact Guardian at 1-866-GuardSG (482-7374) if you
need additional information.

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Insulating Glass Data Exterior Interior Insulating Glass w/ Lami Inboard Data Exterior Interior
Transmission Reflectance U-Value Light to Transmission Reflectance U-Value Light to
Outboard Inboard Solar Solar Outboard Inboard Solar Solar
Visible Ultra- Solar Visible Visible Solar Relative Shading Visible Ultra- Solar Visible Visible Solar Relative Shading
Appearance Product Winter Summer Heat Gain Coefficient Heat Gain Gain Appearance Product Winter Summer Heat Gain Coefficient Heat Gain Gain
Substrate Substrate Light violet Energy Light Light Energy Coefficient Substrate Substrate Light violet Energy Light Light Energy Coefficient
Nighttime Daytime (LSG) Nighttime Daytime (LSG)
% % % Out % In % Out % % % % Out % In % Out %
SunGuard SuperNeutral Coating #2 Surface 6 mm / 12 mm a.s. / 6 mm SunGuard SuperNeutral Coating #2 Surface 6 mm / 12 mm a.s. / 6 mm / 0.090 PVB / 6 mm

Ultra Clear SNX 62/27 63 6 24 11 12 48 0.28 0.27 65 0.30 0.27 2.37 Ultra Clear SNX 62/27 61 0 23 11 11 48 0.28 0.26 64 0.30 0.26 2.32
Ultra Clear SN 68 69 32 36 11 12 39 0.29 0.28 93 0.44 0.39 1.79 Ultra Clear SN 68 67 0 33 10 12 39 0.28 0.27 91 0.44 0.38 1.76
Ultra Clear SN 62 UltraWhite UltraWhite 64 15 28 11 14 40 0.29 0.27 76 0.36 0.32 2.00 Ultra Clear SN 62 UltraWhite UW/UW 62 0 26 11 13 40 0.28 0.26 75 0.36 0.31 1.97
Ultra Clear SN 54 55 17 25 13 18 41 0.29 0.27 69 0.33 0.28 1.93 Ultra Clear SN 54 53 0 23 13 17 41 0.28 0.27 68 0.32 0.28 1.90
Light Silver SNR 43 44 18 20 28 14 50 0.29 0.27 56 0.26 0.23 1.92 Light Silver SNR 43 43 0 18 28 13 50 0.28 0.26 55 0.26 0.22 1.89
Clear SNX 62/27 62 6 23 11 12 39 0.28 0.27 65 0.31 0.27 2.30 Clear SNX 62/27 59 0 21 11 11 39 0.28 0.26 64 0.30 0.26 2.24
Clear SN 68 68 29 33 11 12 32 0.29 0.28 90 0.43 0.38 1.80 Clear SN 68 65 0 29 11 12 32 0.28 0.27 88 0.42 0.37 1.76
Clear SN 62 Clear Clear 62 14 27 11 14 33 0.29 0.27 75 0.36 0.31 1.99 Clear SN 62 Clear Clear/Clear 60 0 24 11 13 33 0.28 0.26 74 0.35 0.31 1.94
Clear SN 54 54 15 23 13 18 33 0.29 0.27 68 0.32 0.28 1.91 Clear SN 54 52 0 21 13 17 33 0.28 0.27 67 0.32 0.28 1.87
Light Silver SNR 43 43 17 19 27 14 42 0.29 0.27 56 0.26 0.23 1.88 Light Silver SNR 43 41 0 17 27 13 42 0.28 0.26 55 0.26 0.22 1.84
Green SNX 62/27 52 3 18 9 11 11 0.28 0.27 59 0.28 0.25 2.13 Green SNX 62/27 50 0 17 9 11 11 0.28 0.26 58 0.27 0.24 2.08
Green SN 68 58 14 24 9 11 9 0.29 0.28 73 0.34 0.30 1.90 Green SN 68 55 0 21 9 11 9 0.28 0.27 71 0.34 0.30 1.86
Green SN 62 Green Clear 53 7 20 9 13 10 0.29 0.27 64 0.30 0.27 1.98 Green SN 62 Green Clear/Clear 51 0 18 9 12 10 0.28 0.26 63 0.30 0.26 1.94
Green SN 54 46 7 17 10 18 10 0.29 0.27 59 0.27 0.24 1.88 Green SN 54 44 0 16 10 17 10 0.28 0.27 58 0.27 0.24 1.84
Green SNR 43 36 8 14 21 14 14 0.29 0.27 50 0.23 0.21 1.77 Green SNR 43 35 0 13 21 13 14 0.28 0.26 49 0.23 0.20 1.74
Dark Green SNX 62/27 46 2 16 8 11 8 0.28 0.27 54 0.25 0.22 2.07 Dark Green SNX 62/27 45 0 15 8 10 8 0.28 0.26 53 0.25 0.22 2.02
Dark Green SN 68 51 8 20 8 11 7 0.29 0.28 64 0.30 0.27 1.92 Dark Green SN 68 49 0 18 8 11 7 0.28 0.27 63 0.30 0.26 1.88
Dark Green SN 62 TwilightGreen Clear 47 4 17 8 13 7 0.29 0.27 58 0.27 0.24 1.97 Dark Green SN 62 TwilightGreen Clear/Clear 45 0 16 8 12 7 0.28 0.26 57 0.26 0.23 1.92
Dark Green SN 54 41 4 15 9 17 8 0.29 0.27 53 0.25 0.22 1.85 Dark Green SN 54 39 0 14 9 16 8 0.28 0.27 52 0.24 0.21 1.81
Dark Green SNR 43 32 5 12 18 13 11 0.29 0.27 46 0.21 0.19 1.72 Dark Green SNR 43 31 0 11 18 13 11 0.28 0.26 45 0.21 0.18 1.69
Light Gray SNX 62/27 45 4 17 8 11 19 0.28 0.27 55 0.25 0.22 1.99 Light Gray SNX 62/27 43 0 15 8 10 19 0.28 0.26 54 0.25 0.22 1.94
Light Gray SN 68 49 17 24 8 11 16 0.29 0.28 72 0.34 0.30 1.65 Light Gray SN 68 47 0 21 8 11 16 0.28 0.27 70 0.33 0.29 1.61
Light Gray SN 62 CrystalGray Clear 45 8 19 8 13 16 0.29 0.27 62 0.29 0.26 1.77 Light Gray SN 62 CrystalGray Clear/Clear 43 0 17 8 12 16 0.28 0.26 61 0.28 0.25 1.73
LightGray SN 54 39 9 17 9 17 17 0.29 0.27 57 0.26 0.23 1.68 LightGray SN 54 37 0 15 9 16 17 0.28 0.27 55 0.26 0.23 1.64
Silver Gray SNR 43 31 10 13 17 13 21 0.29 0.27 48 0.22 0.20 1.59 Silver Gray SNR 43 30 0 12 17 13 21 0.28 0.26 47 0.22 0.19 1.56
Coating #3 Surface* Coating #3 Surface*
Bronze SNX 62/27 (#3) Bronze Clear 38 2 14 7 10 19 0.28 0.27 65 0.31 0.27 1.40 Bronze SNX 62/27 (#3) Bronze Clear/Clear 36 0 13 7 9 19 0.28 0.26 64 0.30 0.26 1.38
Green SNX 62/27 (#3) Green Clear 52 3 18 10 10 11 0.28 0.27 76 0.36 0.32 1.66 Green SNX 62/27 (#3) Green Clear/Clear 50 0 17 9 10 11 0.28 0.26 75 0.35 0.31 1.62
Dark Green SNX 62/27 (#3) TwilightGreen Clear 46 2 16 9 10 8 0.28 0.27 67 0.32 0.28 1.66 Dark Green SNX 62/27 (#3) TwilightGreen Clear/Clear 45 0 15 9 9 8 0.28 0.26 66 0.31 0.28 1.63
Light Gray SNX 62/27 (#3) CrystalGray Clear 45 4 17 8 10 20 0.28 0.27 73 0.34 0.30 1.49 Light Gray SNX 62/27 (#3) CrystalGray Clear/Clear 43 0 15 8 9 20 0.28 0.26 71 0.34 0.30 1.46
Gray SNX 62/27 (#3) Gray Clear 31 2 12 6 10 15 0.28 0.27 58 0.27 0.24 1.28 Gray SNX 62/27 (#3) Gray Clear/Clear 30 0 11 6 9 15 0.28 0.26 57 0.27 0.24 1.26
Dark Gray SNX 62/27 (#3) MidnightGray Clear 6 0 2 5 9 5 0.28 0.27 29 0.12 0.11 0.56 Dark Gray SNX 62/27 (#3) MidnightGray Clear/Clear 6 0 2 5 8 5 0.28 0.26 28 0.12 0.11 0.56
*The SunGuard coatings that can be used on the #3 surface are SN 68, SN 62, SNX 62/27 and Light Blue 63. *The SunGuard coatings that can be used on the #3 surface are SN 68, SN 62, SNX 62/27 and Light Blue 63.
Guardian recommends a tinted or coated outboard lite when these coatings are used on the #3 surface. Guardian recommends a tinted or coated outboard lite when these coatings are used on the #3 surface.
All other SunGuard coatings are not recommended or warranted for color or color variance when used on the #3 surface. All other SunGuard coatings are not recommended or warranted for color or color variance when used on the #3 surface.

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Light Blue Light Blue 63 62 40 43 15 12 15 0.34 0.35 122 0.59 0.51 1.20 Light Blue Light Blue 63 59 0 36 15 12 15 0.33 0.34 118 0.57 0.49 1.20
Neutral Pewter Neutral 61 61 27 34 20 15 31 0.30 0.29 95 0.45 0.40 1.53 Neutral Pewter Neutral 61 58 0 30 20 14 31 0.29 0.28 93 0.44 0.39 1.50
Neutral Blue Neutral 50 50 30 31 16 11 19 0.33 0.32 94 0.45 0.39 1.28 Neutral Blue Neutral 50 48 0 26 16 10 19 0.32 0.31 91 0.43 0.38 1.27
Neutral Gray Neutral 40 Clear Clear 40 26 25 20 12 22 0.33 0.33 78 0.37 0.32 1.25 Neutral Gray Neutral 40 Clear Clear/Clear 38 0 21 20 11 22 0.32 0.32 75 0.35 0.31 1.24
Light Silver AG 50 50 26 28 28 18 36 0.30 0.28 80 0.38 0.33 1.51 Light Silver AG 50 48 0 24 28 17 36 0.29 0.28 78 0.37 0.32 1.49
Light Silver AG 43 41 23 24 30 15 33 0.31 0.30 71 0.33 0.29 1.39 Light Silver AG 43 39 0 20 30 14 33 0.30 0.29 69 0.32 0.28 1.37
Royal Blue Royal Blue 40 38 21 24 24 18 24 0.31 0.31 76 0.36 0.31 1.21 Royal Blue Royal Blue 40 36 0 20 24 16 24 0.30 0.30 73 0.35 0.30 1.20
Blue-Green Light Blue 63 52 18 26 12 12 8 0.34 0.35 84 0.39 0.35 1.51 Blue-Green Light Blue 63 50 0 23 12 11 8 0.33 0.34 81 0.38 0.34 1.49
Green Neutral 61 51 13 23 15 14 11 0.30 0.29 71 0.34 0.30 1.74 Green Neutral 61 49 0 20 15 14 11 0.29 0.28 70 0.33 0.29 1.71
Green Neutral 50 42 14 20 13 10 9 0.33 0.32 69 0.32 0.28 1.49 Green Neutral 50 41 0 17 13 10 9 0.32 0.31 67 0.31 0.28 1.48
Green Neutral 40 Green Clear 34 12 16 16 12 10 0.33 0.33 59 0.27 0.24 1.39 Green Neutral 40 Green Clear/Clear 33 0 14 16 11 10 0.32 0.32 58 0.27 0.24 1.38
Green AG 50 43 12 19 21 18 14 0.30 0.28 62 0.29 0.25 1.67 Green AG 50 41 0 17 21 17 14 0.29 0.28 60 0.28 0.25 1.64
Green AG 43 35 11 15 23 14 14 0.31 0.30 55 0.26 0.23 1.52 Green AG 43 33 0 14 23 14 14 0.30 0.29 54 0.25 0.22 1.50
Aquamarine Royal Blue 40 32 9 15 19 17 12 0.31 0.31 56 0.26 0.23 1.40 Aquamarine Royal Blue 40 31 0 13 19 16 12 0.30 0.30 55 0.25 0.22 1.38
Silver Gray AG 50 36 15 20 17 18 19 0.30 0.28 64 0.30 0.26 1.38 Silver Gray AG 50 35 0 17 17 17 19 0.29 0.28 62 0.29 0.26 1.36
Silver Gray AG 43 CrystalGray Clear 30 13 16 18 14 18 0.31 0.30 58 0.27 0.24 1.25 Silver Gray AG 43 CrystalGray Clear/Clear 28 0 14 18 13 18 0.30 0.29 56 0.26 0.23 1.23
Blue Gray Royal Blue 40 27 11 17 15 17 14 0.31 0.31 60 0.28 0.25 1.11 Blue Gray Royal Blue 40 26 0 14 15 16 14 0.30 0.30 59 0.27 0.24 1.10

SunGuard Solar Coating #2 Surface 6 mm / 12 mm a.s. / 6 mm SunGuard Solar Coating #2 Surface 6 mm / 12 mm a.s. / 6 mm / 0.090 PVB / 6 mm

Silver Blue-Gray Silver 32 29 23 20 22 21 18 0.42 0.44 76 0.35 0.31 0.94 Silver Blue-Gray Silver 32 27 0 16 21 20 18 0.40 0.42 72 0.33 0.29 0.95
Clear Clear Clear Clear/Clear
Silver Silver 20 18 15 12 31 27 27 0.39 0.41 54 0.24 0.21 0.84 Silver Silver 20 17 0 10 31 25 27 0.38 0.39 52 0.23 0.20 0.85
Blue-Green Silver 32 24 11 12 17 21 10 0.42 0.44 61 0.27 0.24 1.00 Blue-Green Silver 32 23 0 11 17 20 10 0.40 0.42 58 0.26 0.23 1.01
Green Clear Green Clear/Clear
Green Silver 20 15 7 8 24 27 13 0.39 0.41 48 0.21 0.19 0.82 Green Silver 20 15 0 7 24 25 13 0.38 0.39 46 0.20 0.18 0.82

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Insulating Glass w/ Lami Outboard Data Exterior Interior Laminated Outboard & Inboard Data Exterior Interior

Transmission Reflectance U-Value Light to Transmission Reflectance U-Value Light to

Outboard Inboard Solar Solar Outboard Inboard Solar Solar
Visible Ultra- Solar Visible Visible Solar Relative Shading Visible Ultra- Solar Visible Visible Solar Relative Shading
Appearance Product Winter Summer Heat Gain Coefficient Heat Gain Gain Appearance Product Winter Summer Heat Gain Coefficient Heat Gain Gain
Substrate Substrate Light violet Energy Light Light Energy Coefficient Substrate Substrate Light violet Energy Light Light Energy Coefficient
Nighttime Daytime (LSG) Nighttime Daytime (LSG)
% % % Out % In % Out % % % % Out % In % Out %
SunGuard SuperNeutral Coating #4 Surface 6 mm / 0.090 PVB / 6 mm / 12 mm a.s. / 6 mm SunGuard SuperNeutral Coating #4 Surface 6 mm/0.090 PVB/6 mm/12 mm a.s./6 mm/0.090 PVB/6 mm

Ultra Clear SNX 62/27 61 0 23 10 12 34 0.28 0.26 66 0.31 0.27 2.24 Ultra Clear SNX 62/27 59 0 22 10 11 34 0.27 0.25 65 0.31 0.27 2.20
Ultra Clear SN 68 67 0 33 10 12 27 0.28 0.27 89 0.43 0.37 1.80 Ultra Clear SN 68 65 0 31 10 11 27 0.27 0.26 88 0.42 0.37 1.76
Ultra Clear SN 62 UW/UW UltraWhite 62 0 26 11 13 28 0.28 0.26 76 0.36 0.32 1.95 Ultra Clear SN 62 UW/UW UW/UW 60 0 25 10 13 28 0.27 0.26 75 0.36 0.31 1.91
Ultra Clear SN 54 53 0 23 12 18 28 0.28 0.27 69 0.33 0.29 1.86 Ultra Clear SN 54 52 0 22 12 17 28 0.27 0.26 68 0.32 0.28 1.83
Light Silver SNR 43 43 0 18 26 14 36 0.28 0.26 56 0.26 0.23 1.84 Light Silver SNR 43 41 0 17 26 13 36 0.27 0.26 56 0.26 0.23 1.80
Clear SNX 62/27 59 0 21 11 12 23 0.28 0.26 66 0.31 0.27 2.17 Clear SNX 62/27 57 0 20 10 11 23 0.27 0.25 65 0.31 0.27 2.11
Clear SN 68 65 0 29 10 12 19 0.28 0.27 85 0.41 0.36 1.82 Clear SN 68 62 0 27 10 11 19 0.27 0.26 84 0.40 0.35 1.77
Clear SN 62 Clear/Clear Clear 60 0 24 11 13 19 0.28 0.26 74 0.35 0.31 1.93 Clear SN 62 Clear/Clear Clear/Clear 57 0 22 11 13 19 0.27 0.26 73 0.35 0.30 1.88
Clear SN 54 52 0 21 12 18 20 0.28 0.27 67 0.32 0.28 1.84 Clear SN 54 49 0 20 12 17 20 0.27 0.26 66 0.31 0.28 1.80
Light Silver SNR 43 41 0 17 26 14 26 0.28 0.26 56 0.26 0.23 1.79 Light Silver SNR 43 39 0 15 26 13 26 0.27 0.26 55 0.26 0.23 1.74
Green SNX 62/27 50 0 17 9 11 8 0.28 0.26 58 0.27 0.24 2.10 Green SNX 62/27 48 0 16 9 11 8 0.27 0.25 57 0.27 0.24 2.04
Green SN 68 55 0 21 9 11 7 0.28 0.27 68 0.32 0.28 1.94 Green SN 68 53 0 20 8 11 7 0.27 0.26 67 0.32 0.28 1.89
Green SN 62 Green/Clear Clear 51 0 18 9 13 7 0.28 0.26 62 0.29 0.26 1.98 Green SN 62 Green/Clear Clear/Clear 49 0 17 9 12 7 0.27 0.26 61 0.28 0.25 1.93
Green SN 54 44 0 16 10 18 8 0.28 0.27 57 0.26 0.23 1.87 Green SN 54 42 0 15 10 16 8 0.27 0.26 56 0.26 0.23 1.82
Green SNR 43 35 0 13 20 13 11 0.28 0.26 48 0.22 0.20 1.76 Green SNR 43 34 0 12 20 13 11 0.27 0.26 48 0.22 0.20 1.71
Dark Green SNX 62/27 45 0 15 8 11 6 0.28 0.26 53 0.24 0.22 2.05 Dark Green SNX 62/27 43 0 14 8 10 6 0.27 0.25 52 0.24 0.21 2.00
Dark Green SN 68 49 0 18 8 11 6 0.28 0.27 61 0.28 0.25 1.95 Dark Green SN 68 47 0 17 8 11 6 0.27 0.26 60 0.28 0.25 1.90
Dark Green SN 62 TwilightGreen/Clr Clear 45 0 16 8 13 6 0.28 0.26 55 0.26 0.23 1.97 Dark Green SN 62 TwilightGreen/Clr Clear/Clear 43 0 15 8 12 6 0.27 0.26 54 0.25 0.23 1.92
Dark Green SN 54 39 0 14 9 17 6 0.28 0.27 51 0.24 0.21 1.85 Dark Green SN 54 37 0 13 9 16 6 0.27 0.26 50 0.23 0.21 1.80
Dark Green SNR 43 31 0 11 17 13 9 0.28 0.26 44 0.20 0.18 1.71 Dark Green SNR 43 30 0 10 17 13 9 0.27 0.26 44 0.20 0.18 1.67
Light Gray SNX 62/27 43 0 15 8 11 12 0.28 0.26 54 0.25 0.22 1.92 Light Gray SNX 62/27 41 0 14 8 10 12 0.27 0.25 53 0.25 0.22 1.87
Light Gray SN 68 47 0 21 8 11 10 0.28 0.27 68 0.32 0.28 1.67 Light Gray SN 68 45 0 19 7 10 10 0.27 0.26 67 0.32 0.28 1.63
Light Gray SN 62 CrystalGray/Clr Clear 43 0 17 8 13 10 0.28 0.26 60 0.28 0.25 1.75 Light Gray SN 62 CrystalGray/Clr Clear/Clear 42 0 16 8 12 10 0.27 0.26 59 0.28 0.24 1.70
LightGray SN 54 37 0 15 9 17 11 0.28 0.27 55 0.26 0.23 1.64 LightGray SN 54 36 0 14 9 16 11 0.27 0.26 54 0.25 0.22 1.60
Silver Gray SNR 43 30 0 12 16 13 14 0.28 0.26 47 0.22 0.19 1.55 Silver Gray SNR 43 29 0 11 16 13 14 0.27 0.26 46 0.21 0.19 1.51
Gray SNX 62/27 30 0 11 6 10 9 0.28 0.26 45 0.20 0.18 1.62 Gray SNX 62/27 28 0 10 6 10 9 0.27 0.25 44 0.20 0.18 1.58
Gray SN 68 33 0 15 6 10 8 0.28 0.27 56 0.26 0.23 1.42 Gray SN 68 31 0 14 6 10 8 0.27 0.26 55 0.25 0.23 1.39
Gray SN 62 Gray/Clear Clear 30 0 13 6 12 8 0.28 0.26 49 0.23 0.20 1.47 Gray SN 62 Gray/Clear Clear/Clear 29 0 12 6 11 8 0.27 0.26 48 0.22 0.20 1.44
Gray SN 54 26 0 11 6 17 8 0.28 0.27 46 0.21 0.19 1.37 Gray SN 54 25 0 10 6 16 8 0.27 0.26 45 0.21 0.18 1.34
Gray SNR 43 21 0 9 10 13 11 0.28 0.26 41 0.19 0.17 1.29 Gray SNR 43 21 0 8 10 12 11 0.27 0.26 40 0.18 0.16 1.26
Bronze SNX 62/27 36 0 13 6 10 12 0.28 0.26 49 0.23 0.20 1.79 Bronze SNX 62/27 35 0 12 6 10 12 0.27 0.25 48 0.22 0.20 1.75
Bronze SN 68 40 0 18 6 11 10 0.28 0.27 62 0.29 0.26 1.55 Bronze SN 68 38 0 17 6 10 10 0.27 0.26 61 0.29 0.25 1.51
Bronze SN 62 Bronze/Clear Clear 36 0 15 6 12 10 0.28 0.26 54 0.25 0.22 1.62 Bronze SN 62 Bronze/Clear Clear/Clear 35 0 14 6 12 10 0.27 0.26 53 0.25 0.22 1.58
Bronze SN 54 32 0 13 7 17 10 0.28 0.27 50 0.23 0.21 1.52 Bronze SN 54 30 0 12 7 16 10 0.27 0.26 50 0.23 0.20 1.48
Bronze SNR 43 25 0 10 12 13 12 0.28 0.26 43 0.20 0.17 1.41 Bronze SNR 43 24 0 9 12 12 12 0.27 0.26 42 0.19 0.17 1.37

SunGuard High Performance Coating #4 Surface 6 mm / 0.090 PVB / 6 mm / 12 mm a.s. / 6 mm SunGuard High Performance Coating #4 Surface 6 mm/0.090 PVB/6 mm/12 mm a.s./6 mm/0.090 PVB/6 mm

Light Blue Light Blue 63 59 0 36 14 12 10 0.33 0.34 109 0.52 0.46 1.30 Light Blue Light Blue 63 57 0 32 14 12 10 0.32 0.33 106 0.51 0.44 1.28
Neutral Pewter Neutral 61 58 0 30 19 15 19 0.29 0.28 88 0.42 0.37 1.58 Neutral Pewter Neutral 61 56 0 27 19 14 19 0.28 0.27 86 0.41 0.36 1.54
Neutral Blue Neutral 50 48 0 26 15 10 13 0.32 0.31 86 0.41 0.36 1.33 Neutral Blue Neutral 50 46 0 24 15 10 12 0.31 0.31 84 0.40 0.35 1.31
Neutral Gray Neutral 40 Clear/Clear Clear 38 0 21 19 12 15 0.32 0.32 73 0.34 0.30 1.27 Neutral Gray Neutral 40 Clear/Clear Clear/Clear 37 0 18 19 11 15 0.31 0.31 71 0.33 0.29 1.25
Light Silver AG 50 48 0 24 26 18 23 0.29 0.28 75 0.36 0.31 1.54 Light Silver AG 50 46 0 22 26 17 23 0.28 0.27 74 0.35 0.31 1.51
Light Silver AG 43 39 0 20 28 15 22 0.30 0.29 67 0.32 0.28 1.40 Light Silver AG 43 37 0 18 28 14 22 0.29 0.28 66 0.31 0.27 1.37
Royal Blue Royal Blue 40 36 0 20 23 18 16 0.30 0.30 71 0.33 0.29 1.24 Royal Blue Royal Blue 40 35 0 18 23 16 16 0.29 0.29 69 0.33 0.29 1.22
Blue-Green Light Blue 63 50 0 23 11 12 7 0.33 0.34 77 0.36 0.32 1.58 Blue-Green Light Blue 63 48 0 21 11 11 7 0.32 0.33 75 0.35 0.31 1.55
Green Neutral 61 49 0 20 15 14 9 0.29 0.28 67 0.31 0.28 1.78 Green Neutral 61 47 0 19 15 13 9 0.28 0.27 65 0.31 0.27 1.74
Green Neutral 50 40 0 17 12 10 7 0.32 0.31 64 0.30 0.26 1.53 Green Neutral 50 39 0 16 12 10 7 0.31 0.31 63 0.29 0.26 1.50
Green Neutral 40 Green/Clear Clear 33 0 14 15 12 9 0.32 0.32 56 0.26 0.23 1.41 Green Neutral 40 Green/Clear Clear/Clear 31 0 13 15 11 9 0.31 0.31 55 0.25 0.23 1.39
Green AG 50 41 0 16 20 18 11 0.29 0.28 58 0.27 0.24 1.70 Green AG 50 39 0 15 20 17 11 0.28 0.27 57 0.27 0.24 1.67
Green AG 43 33 0 14 21 14 11 0.30 0.29 53 0.24 0.22 1.53 Green AG 43 32 0 12 21 13 11 0.29 0.28 51 0.24 0.21 1.50
Aquamarine Royal Blue 40 31 0 13 18 17 10 0.30 0.30 53 0.25 0.22 1.41 Aquamarine Royal Blue 40 30 0 12 18 16 10 0.29 0.29 52 0.24 0.21 1.39
Silver Gray AG 50 35 0 17 16 18 13 0.29 0.28 60 0.28 0.25 1.41 Silver Gray AG 50 33 0 15 16 17 13 0.28 0.27 59 0.27 0.24 1.38
Silver Gray AG 43 CrystalGray/Clr Clear 28 0 14 17 14 12 0.30 0.29 55 0.25 0.22 1.26 Silver Gray AG 43 CrystalGray/Clr Clear/Clear 27 0 13 17 13 12 0.29 0.28 53 0.25 0.22 1.23
Blue Gray Royal Blue 40 26 0 14 14 17 10 0.30 0.30 57 0.26 0.23 1.13 Blue Gray Royal Blue 40 25 0 13 14 16 10 0.29 0.29 55 0.26 0.23 1.11

SunGuard Solar Coating #4 Surface 6 mm / 0.090 PVB / 6 mm / 12 mm a.s. / 6 mm SunGuard Solar Coating #4 Surface 6 mm/0.090 PVB/6 mm/12 mm a.s./6 mm/0.090 PVB/6 mm

Silver Blue-Gray Silver 32 27 0 16 20 21 14 0.40 0.42 73 0.34 0.30 0.93 Silver Blue-Gray Silver 32 26 0 14 20 20 14 0.39 0.40 70 0.32 0.28 0.92
Clear/Clear Clear Clear/Clear Clear/Clear
Silver Silver 20 17 0 10 29 27 20 0.38 0.39 56 0.25 0.22 0.78 Silver Silver 20 17 0 9 29 25 20 0.37 0.38 54 0.24 0.21 0.78
Blue-Green Silver 32 23 0 10 16 21 9 0.40 0.42 58 0.26 0.23 1.00 Blue-Green Silver 32 22 0 9 16 20 9 0.39 0.40 56 0.25 0.23 0.99
Green/Clear Clear Green/Clear Clear/Clear
Green Silver 20 15 0 7 22 27 11 0.38 0.39 47 0.21 0.19 0.79 Green Silver 20 14 0 6 22 25 11 0.37 0.38 46 0.20 0.18 0.78

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1 2 3 4 Glass Performance: Spectral Graph
Today’s advanced architectural glazing products attempt to balance the demands of
aesthetic appearance, energy conservation and building occupant comfort. Theoretically
speaking, an “ideal” glazing would transmit 100 percent of the sun’s visible energy (light) and
Laminated Glass Data Exterior Interior reflect, or block, all of the ultraviolet and infrared energy – while providing an aesthetically
Transmission Reflectance U-Value
Solar
Light to pleasing appearance from both the exterior and interior of the building. Guardian has scientists
Outboard Inboard Visible Ultra- Solar Visible Visible Solar Relative Shading Solar
Appearance Product Winter Summer Heat Gain Coefficient Heat Gain Gain
Substrate Substrate Light violet Energy Light Light Energy
Nighttime Daytime Coefficient
(LSG)
dedicated to finding new technologies to achieve the best energy performance possible,
% % % Out % In % Out %
SunGuard High Performance Coating #2 Surface 6 mm / 0.090 PVB / 6 mm coupled with desirable aesthetics to help designers find that balance.
Light Blue Light Blue 63 Clear Clear 65 0 42 10 6 14 0.93 0.85 139 0.64 0.55 1.17
Blue-Green Light Blue 63 Clear Green 55 0 26 9 6 13 0.93 0.85 116 0.52 0.45 1.22
Light Gray Light Blue 63 Clear CrystalGray 47 0 29 9 5 13 0.93 0.85 121 0.54 0.47 1.00 The graphs below show the spectral curves of Guardian SunGuard products on clear and
Blue-Green Light Blue 63 Green Clear 55 0 26 8 6 7 0.93 0.85 115 0.51 0.45 1.23
Royal Blue Royal Blue 40 Clear Clear 34 0 22 28 22 26 0.93 0.85 98 0.43 0.37 0.92 green glass substrates.
Aquamarine Royal Blue 40 Green Clear 29 0 14 21 22 13 0.93 0.85 91 0.40 0.34 0.85

SunGuard Solar Coating #2 Surface 6 mm / 0.090 PVB / 6 mm Spectral Curves

Silver Blue-Gray Silver 32
Clear Clear
31 0 21 22 13 20 0.93 0.85 100 0.44 0.38 0.82 SunGuard Coatings on Clear Glass
Silver Silver 20 19 0 12 32 21 28 0.93 0.85 80 0.34 0.29 0.64
Blue-Green Silver 32 26 0 13 17 13 10 0.93 0.85 91 0.40 0.35 0.77 UV Visible Near Infrared
Green Clear
Green Silver 20 16 0 8 24 21 13 0.93 0.85 81 0.35 0.30 0.54 90
NOTES RELATED TO ALL LAMINATED GLASS PERFORMANCE TABLES: SNX 62/27
• Changes in PVB thickness have little effect on performance figures shown above. 1 2 3 4 80
SuperNeutral 68
• When SunGuard coatings are laminated facing the PVB, there will be a noticable color change SuperNeutral 62
when compared to standard insulated applications. Guardian recommends a full-size mock-up be approved. 70
SuperNeutral 54
SNR 43

Transmittance %
60
Light Blue 63
Neutral 61
50
Neutral 50
Insulating Glass Data w/ IS 20 Exterior Interior 40 Neutral 40
AG 50
Transmission Reflectance U-Value Light to
Outboard Inboard Solar Solar 30 AG 43
Appearance Product Visible Ultra- Solar Visible Visible Solar Winter Nighttime Relative Shading Heat Gain Gain
Substrate Substrate Light violet Energy Light Light Energy Heat Gain Coefficient Royal Blue 40
Coefficient
% % % Out % In % Out % Air Argon (LSG) 20 Silver 32
SunGuard SuperNeutral Coatings #2 & #4 Surface 6 mm / 12 mm a.s. / 6 mm Silver 20
10
Ultra Clear SNX 62/27 + IS 20 61 6 23 11 12 48 0.23 0.20 61 0.29 0.25 2.40
Ultra Clear SN 68 + IS 20 67 30 34 11 13 39 0.24 0.20 88 0.43 0.37 1.81
Ultra Clear SN 62 + IS 20 UltraWhite UltraWhite 62 14 28 11 14 40 0.23 0.20 72 0.35 0.30 2.03 0
Ultra Clear SN 54 + IS 20 53 16 24 13 18 41 0.24 0.20 65 0.31 0.27 1.97 300 500 700 900 1100 1300 1500 1700 1900 2100
Light Silver SNR 43 + IS 20 43 17 19 28 14 50 0.23 0.20 52 0.25 0.22 1.97 Waveleng t h (nm)
Clear SNX 62/27 + IS 20 60 6 22 11 13 40 0.23 0.20 61 0.29 0.25 2.36
Clear SN 68 + IS 20 66 28 32 11 13 32 0.24 0.20 85 0.41 0.36 1.83
Clear SN 62 + IS 20 Clear Clear 60 13 26 12 13 33 0.23 0.20 71 0.34 0.30 2.03
Clear SN 54 + IS 20 52 14 23 13 18 33 0.24 0.20 63 0.30 0.27 1.97
Spectral Curves
Light Silver SNR 43 + IS 20 42 16 18 26 14 42 0.23 0.20 51 0.25 0.21 1.95 SunGuard Coatings on Green Glass
Green SNX 62/27 + IS 20 51 3 18 9 12 11 0.23 0.20 53 0.26 0.22 2.27
Green SN 68 + IS 20 56 14 23 9 12 10 0.24 0.20 67 0.32 0.28 2.00 UV Visible Near Infrared
Green SN 62 + IS 20 Green Clear 51 7 19 10 14 10 0.23 0.20 58 0.28 0.24 2.10 90
Green SN 54 + IS 20 44 7 17 11 18 10 0.24 0.20 53 0.25 0.22 2.01
Green SNR 43 + IS 20 35 8 14 21 14 14 0.23 0.20 44 0.21 0.18 1.93
SNX 62/27
80
Dark Green SNX 62/27 + IS 20 45 2 15 9 12 8 0.23 0.20 48 0.23 0.20 2.25
SuperNeutral 68
Dark Green SN 68 + IS 20 50 8 19 9 12 7 0.24 0.20 58 0.28 0.24 2.05 SuperNeutral 62
70
Dark Green SN 62 + IS 20 TwilightGreen Clear 45 4 16 9 13 7 0.23 0.20 51 0.25 0.22 2.12 SuperNeutral 54
SNR 43

Transmitt ance %
Dark Green SN 54 + IS 20 39 4 14 10 18 8 0.24 0.20 47 0.22 0.20 2.02 60
Dark Green SNR 43 + IS 20 31 5 11 18 14 11 0.23 0.20 40 0.19 0.17 1.91 Light Blue 63
Light Gray SNX 62/27 + IS 20 43 3 16 8 12 19 0.23 0.20 49 0.24 0.21 2.12 Neutral 61
50
Light Gray SN 68 + IS 20 48 17 23 8 12 16 0.24 0.20 66 0.32 0.28 1.72 Neutral 50
Light Gray SN 62 + IS 20 CrystalGray Clear 44 8 19 8 13 16 0.23 0.20 56 0.27 0.24 1.87 40 Neutral 40
Light Gray SN 54 + IS 20 38 9 16 9 18 17 0.24 0.20 51 0.24 0.21 1.79 AG 50
Silver Gray SNR 43 + IS 20 30 9 13 17 14 21 0.23 0.20 42 0.20 0.18 1.72 30 AG 43
NOTES RELATED TO ALL 6 SUNGUARD PERFORMANCE TABLES: Royal Blue 40
• SunGuard IS 20 coating is on the #4 surface, SHGC performance data is measured with argon gas fill. 20 Silver 32
• SunGuard IS 20 is also available with SunGuard High Performance and Solar products - contact your SunGuard sales representative for more information. Silver 20
• The performance values shown are nominal and subject to variations due to manufacturing tolerances. 10
• Guardian performance data are calculated in accordance with the LBNL Window 5.2 computer analysis using an air mass of 1.5.
• Glass may require heat strengthening or tempering to resist potential thermal stresses. SNR 43 must be heat-treated.
0
• A slight shift in visible light reflectance or transmission may be noticed after heat-treatment.
• Guardian recommends edge deletion for all commercial low-E coatings. 300 500 700 900 1100 1300 1500 1700 1900 2100
• Guardian reserves the right to change product performance characteristics without notice or obligation. Waveleng t h (nm)
• Other tinted inboard lite options are available - please contact your SunGuard sales representative for more information.
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A c o u s ti c a l I n f o r m ati o n
The acoustic performance of glazing assemblies is expressed in two terms: Sound Also, architects are encouraged to consider angle of observation, interior lighting conditions and
Transmission Class (STC) is used to measure the sound transmission loss of interior walls, potential effects of glare when choosing glazing products.
ceilings and floors; and Outdoor-Indoor Transmission Class (OITC), which measures the sound
transmission loss of exterior glazing applications. High sound transmission loss – good sound When evaluating samples outdoors, we recommend viewing them during various time of the
insulation – is desired in many commercial curtain wall applications. Limiting sound transmission day and under varying lighting conditions, e.g., cloudy versus sunny conditions. This will provide
through glazing requires review and testing of the entire glazing system. Laminated glass and a truer indication of what the glass will look like, as well as give you the opportunity to see how
insulating glass tend to produce higher OITC ratings because the laminate dampens vibration varying light conditions impact your design intent.
and the air space limits sound transmission. For more information, refer to the Glass Association
of North America Glazing Manual. The following chart indicates typical sound transmission We recommend viewing glass samples outdoors whenever possible. After removing the glass
losses for various glass configurations. from the sample box, place it in a vertical or slightly angled position. Viewing the glass with a black
background in the distance is preferred to replicate lighting once installed in the structure. Then
Typical Sound Transmission Loss (dB) look through the glass to provide the best indication of the appearance of installed glass.
Frequency in Hertz (Hz)
Glass Configuration
STC OITC 100 125 160 200 250 315 400 500 630 800 1000 1250 1600 2000 2500 3150 4000 5000
1/4” 31 29 23 25 25 24 28 26 29 31 33 34 34 35 34 30 27 32 37 41
1/2” 36 33 26 30 26 30 33 33 34 36 37 35 32 32 36 40 43 46 50 51
1/8”- 0.030” PVB - 1/8” 35 31 25 26 28 27 29 29 30 32 34 35 35 36 36 35 35 38 43 46
1/4”- 0.030” PVB - 1/4” 37 33 28 31 29 31 32 33 32 33 35 36 36 35 36 40 43 46 48 51
1/4”- 0.060” PVB - 1/4” 37 33 27 28 27 30 31 31 33 35 36 37 37 37 36 37 41 44 48 51
1/8”- 3/8”as - 1/8” 31 26 26 23 23 20 23 19 23 27 29 32 35 39 44 47 48 41 36 43
1/4”- 1/2”as - 1/4” 35 28 29 22 26 18 25 25 31 32 34 36 39 40 39 35 36 46 52 58
1/8”- 1/2”as - 1/8”- .030PVB - 1/8” 37 31 27 29 25 24 25 27 29 31 35 38 40 41 42 43 46 50 49 53
1/4”- 1/2”as - 1/8”- .030PVB - 1/8” 39 32 27 27 24 28 26 33 34 35 38 40 42 43 42 40 42 47 51 54
1/4”- 1/2”as - 1/4”- .030PVB - 1/4” 41 35 30 26 30 30 29 36 37 37 39 39 41 42 43 44 46 51 53 55

H o w t o V i e w / Ev a l u at e G l a s s H a n d S a m p l e s
Coated glass is normally selected based on reflected color, as this is typically seen in outdoor/
natural lighting conditions. To see the reflected color of glass, it is best to view samples with a
black background. Position the sample so that someone can look at an image that is reflected
from the glass surface. This is the true reflected color of the sample.

Example: Place a piece of black paper, or other low-gloss black material, on a desktop or other
flat surface. Position the glass sample on the paper with the exterior side up, so that you can see
the image of the overhead lights being reflected from the glass surface. To view the transmitted
color, it is best to view samples using a white background. Evaluating glass samples with a white
background will not give a true indication of the exterior appearance of the sample. This instead
projects the transmitted color and is not what you will see once the glass is installed in the building.

Guardian recommends that samples be viewed in outdoor/natural lighting conditions, preferably

in a slightly overcast condition, for the most accurate rendering of transmitted and reflected color.

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FABR I CA T I ON AND G LAZ I N G

Fabrication and Glazing
What are the guidelines for optical distortion? What can contribute to the risk of glass thermal
breakage? How should glass be cleaned? This section provides more detailed information on many
important areas related to SunGuard Advanced Architectural Glass.

O p ti c a l Di s t o r ti o n
Many conditions may contribute to optical distortion, including glazing errors and fabrication
procedures. Minimizing optical distortion resulting from the heat-treatment process will greatly
enhance the appearance of the final product. Roll wave and bow and warp are sources of optical
distortion that should be carefully specified when design considerations are being evaluated.

Roll wave occurs as glass passes over the rollers in a continuous-operation, heat-treating
furnace. As the glass heats up, it may sag between rollers and become “frozen” in place during
the cooling (quench) process. This may produce roller wave distortion in the finished product.
Guardian recommends that:
• Glass should be processed so roll wave will be horizontal to the base dimension of the
finished unit, whenever possible.
• A roll distortion gauge should be used to measure roll distortion.
• A target of 0.07mm (0.003") with a maximum of 0.13mm (0.005") roll wave for any
commercial application.

Roll Wave
Top (measured) surface is the
+0.065 mm (+0.0025 in) Peak uncoated surface of the glass

-0.065 mm (-0.0025 in) valley

Total Roll Wave
+0.065 mm + |-0.065 mm| = 0.13mm
(+0.0025 in + |-0.0025 in| = 0.005 in)

Bow and warp occurs as a result of the heat-treating process and can be reduced through the
proper use of heat-up maximum temperature/cycle time and cool-down cycle time/temperature.
• ASTM C 1048 addresses bow and warp and states that localized bow and warp
may be determined with the use of a straight edge spanning the concave surface.
The glass must be measured with a feeler gauge or dial indicator.
• Guardian requires independent Select Fabricators to use half of the ASTM guideline as
a target in production.

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Thermal Breakage
Thermal breakage can be influenced by a number of factors. A critical factor to consider in the Heat-strengthened glass has a much lower potential incidence of spontaneous breakage than
early stages of glass selection is whether the glass will be shaded. When glass is partially shaded tempered glass. For applications where additional glass strength is required due to thermal
by building overhangs or extensions, it becomes cooler at the edges and stress in the glass may stress, and safety glass is not mandated, Guardian recommends heat-strengthened or laminated
occur, which can result in thermal breakage. glass to reduce the potential for spontaneous breakage.

In areas where thermal breakage may be of concern, a thermal breakage analysis must be Wind Load
completed to determine if heat-treating (heat-strengthening or tempering) may be needed. Guardian follows the current ASTM E 1300 Standard Practice for Determining the Minimum
Heat-treating may also be necessary due to high wind loads or safety glass code requirements. Thickness and Type of Glass Required to Resist a Specified Load. This information represents
The degree to which the central area of the glass becomes hot is largely dependent on the solar in-service glass and supersedes the traditional straight-line graph as well as other wind load
absorption of the glass, which varies between different types of glass. charts. The ASTM wind load standard is applicable to projects built in the United States. Wind
load standards for other countries may differ, and this difference must be addressed in the early
Some additional factors that may influence thermal breakage are listed below: stages of design. Contact Guardian’s Science & Technology Center for assistance with wind load
• Glass framing that is in direct contact with concrete or other materials that may contribute to analysis.
the cooling of the glass edge
• Excessive coverage of the glass edge by the frame Glass Center Deflection: An important consideration in the choice of glass is center deflection.
• Heat-absorbing films attached to the glass after installation Excessive center deflection can result in edge pullout, distortion of reflected images and possible
• The use of internal shading devices such as curtains, drapes or venetian blinds – if shading glass contact with interior building components, e.g., room dividers and interior blinds.
devices are used, they must be placed away from the glass to allow for a free flow of air at the
glass surface Insulating Glass: The effects of wind on insulating glass units are, in many cases, complex and

• The airflow from room cooling or heating vents must be directed away from the glass require a computer-assisted wind load analysis to adequately consider some of the variables.

• Buildings not heated during the construction phase may experience an increase in Design professionals must take into account the following variables:

thermal breakage • Load sharing other than 50-50

• Generally speaking, the greater the glass edge area, the greater the risk of thermal breakage • Air space contraction and expansion due to changes in temperature, barometric pressure
and altitude variation in weathering of the glass surfaces, e.g., surface #1 vs. surface #2

The potential risk of thermal breakage can be estimated by a computer-aided thermal stress analysis. • Edge condition – free or fixed

Contact Guardian’s Science & Technology Center for assistance with thermal stress analysis. • Asymmetrical loading, i.e., lites of varying thickness
• Variation in sightline or airspace width
• Thermal stress
H e aT- S o a k i n g
All float glass contains some level of imperfection. One type of imperfection is nickel sulfide (NiS)
When all or some of these variables are taken into account, the maximum wind load may differ
inclusions. Most NiS inclusions are stable and cause no problems. There is, however, the potential
considerably from the data taken from a wind load chart.
for NiS inclusions that may cause spontaneous breakage in tempered glass without any load or
thermal stress being applied.
B e n d i n g G u a r d i a n S p u tt e r - C o at e d G l a s s
SunGuard heat-treatable coatings are thermally stable and have been utilized in bent glass
Heat-soaking is a process that may expose NiS inclusions in tempered glass. The process
applications. SunGuard products used in bent glass applications maintain their aesthetic, optical
involves placing the tempered glass inside a chamber and raising the temperature to
and performance properties. Bending constraints are based on coating thickness, radius and
approximately 290ºC to accelerate nickel sulfide expansion. This causes glass containing nickel
concave vs. convex applications. The bending of SunGuard products must only be performed
sulfide inclusions to break in the heat soak chamber, thus reducing the risk of potential field
by independent Guardian Select Fabricators. Guardian recommends a full-scale mock-up be
breakage. The heat-soaking process is not 100 percent effective, adds cost and carries the risk
fabricated and viewed prior to final specification approval. Please contact Guardian Science &
of reducing the compressive stress in tempered glass.
Technology Center for complete information regarding bent glass applications.

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St r a i n P att e r n G l a s s H a n d l i n g , St o r a g e , M a i n t e n a n c e a n d C l e a n i n g
Strain pattern refers to a specific geometric pattern of iridescence or darkish shadows that may Glass is a hard substance, but it can be scratched. Glass is resistant to many, but not all,
appear under certain lighting conditions, particularly in the presence of polarized light (also called chemicals. Glass is generally a durable material, and if properly maintained, can last
“quench marks”). The phenomena are caused by the localized stresses imparted by the rapid air almost forever.
cooling of the heat-treating operation. Strain pattern is characteristic of heat-treated glass and is
not considered a defect. One of the most harmful materials to glass is glass itself. When glass is stored prior to fabrication,
it should be separated by an airspace, separator or paper. When removing glass from storage,

M o i r é P att e r n s avoid sliding one pane over another, as they can be scratched or abraded. Glass edges should

Moiré is an optical phenomenon that may appear as a wavy, rippled or circular pattern under not contact the frame or other hard surfaces during installation. Use rolling blocks, as necessary,

certain lighting conditions. Moiré patterns may be created when one semitransparent object when moving glass.

with a repetitive pattern is placed over another and the two are not aligned. The moiré patterns
are not defects in the glass or silk-screen pattern – they are a pattern in the image formed by Glass should be washed frequently to remove surface dirt and also to protect the glass from

the human eye. This may occur when silk-screen patterns of lines or dots are closely spaced, staining. Glass staining occurs when the sodium within the glass reacts with moisture in the air.

and a secondary pattern is created by the shadow of the ceramic frit on another surface of an Sodium, when combined with small amounts of water, can create sodium hydroxide, which is

insulating glass unit, for instance, when a spandrel panel is installed behind silk-screened glass. corrosive to glass. If this sodium hydroxide is left on the glass surface for a prolonged period

Another potential moiré pattern may be the result of light transmitted through the glass portion of time, the glass will be permanently damaged and may have to be replaced. The sodium

not covered with ceramic frit. hydroxide is easily removed with water and normal glass-cleaning solutions, e.g., alcohol and
water, or ammonia and water. Installed glass is less prone to sodium hydroxide damage due

Glass Edge Types to the natural cleansing of the glass surface by rain.

The condition of the edge of finished glass products can impact the long-term structural
performance of the glass system. The table of edge types is provided to help design Recommended Cleaning Or Washing Solutions

professionals understand fabrication processes and typical applications. A. General Glass Cleaning
• Use water applied by a saturated cloth.
• Use pre-mixed glass-cleaning solutions. Follow all printed instructions. Immediately remove
Edge Diagram Description Typical Applications all pre-mixed cleaning solutions with a soft, dry cloth.
Silicone structural glazing • Use a 50-50 mixture of alcohol and water, or ammonia and water, followed by a warm
Flat Ground
with exposed edges
rinse. Glass must be dried with a soft cloth or a chamois and cellulose sponge.
Silicone structural glazing B. Precautions
Flat Polish where edge condition is
• Avoid abrasive or highly alkaline cleaners. Do not use petroleum products, i.e., gasoline,
critical for aesthetic purposes
kerosene or lighter fluid.
Ground Mirrors,
Pencil Edge Decorative furniture glass • Hydrofluoric and phosphoric acid are corrosive to the glass surface and should not be used.
• Protect the glass surface from over-spray or runoff from acids and cleaning agents used to
Polished Mirrors, clean metal framing, brick or masonry.
Pencil Edge Decorative furniture glass
• Keep all cleaning solutions and other materials from contacting the edges of laminated
glass or insulated glass.
Ground Miter Silicone structural glazing
• Do not use abrasive brushes, razor blades or other objects that may scratch the glass.

Mirrors, • Immediately remove any construction materials, i.e., concrete, fireproofing, paints,
Bevel
Decorative furniture glass labels and tapes.
• Clean a small area at a time, and inspect the glass surface frequently to ensure that no
Seamed Normal edge treatment
Edges for heat-treated glass glass damage has occurred.
• For most effective results, clean glass at a time when its surface is shaded. Avoid direct
sunlight or hot glass.

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C o at e d G l a s s : Mi n i m u m & M a x i m u m Si z e s :
The sizes of glass listed below pertain to float glass manufacturing capabilities. To determine the more readily available. Glass from 60" to 84" in width is available from a number of fabricators, and
minimum and maximum sizes available for finished glass products, the glass fabricator must be some have capability up to 96", but the cost may be higher. Once the total size of the insulating
consulted. Physical/mechanical capabilities and constraints of the fabricator will affect the final unit exceeds 50 square feet, the number of potential glass fabricators will diminish, and the cost
finished glass size availability. will go up significantly. Many fabricators have a standard practice of heat-treating both lites of an
insulating glass unit when the unit size exceeds 35 square feet, and unit sizes over 50 square
Maximum Stock Sheet Size by Thickness Minimum
Float Glass feet will almost always require this practice. Fabricators providing heat-treated glass may also
3 - 4 mm 5 mm 6 mm 8 mm 10 mm 12 mm Cut-Size
recommend oversize glass to be tempered rather than heat-strengthened to better control
Clear
130“ x 204“ overall flatness. Guardian recommends the specific glass makeup be reviewed with a glass
UltraWhite
fabricator so that the availability of glass to meet project lead times and budget can be confirmed.
Green 130“ x 168“
24“ x 36“
TwilightGreen 130“ x 204“
CrystalGray C o n s t r u c ti o n - Ph a s e Ri s k s o f T h e r m a l B r e a k a g e
MidnightGray 110“ x 168“ 110“ x 204“ There is a higher risk of thermal stress
Effect of Interior Temperature on Thermal Stress
breakage during the construction phase of a

Heat-Treated
High
Carleton, Corsicana, Geneva, DeWitt, Kingsburg, Richburg, project, and such breakage may diminish
Manufacturing Facility
MI TX NY IA CA SC once the building is closed in and heated.
Silve
NU 50

Potential for Thermal Stress Breakage

r 20 o
SN 68 n gre
NU 40 en
SN 62 Thermal stress breakage is caused primarily
NU 61
SN 54
AG 50 by a temperature gradient developing Neut
SunGuard SNX 62/27 ra

Thermal Safety
AG 43 SN 68 SN 68 SN 68 l 40 o
n clea
Coated Glass SN 68 SNR 43 between the edge and center portions of r
Light Blue 63 SN 54 SNX 62/27 SNX 62/27
Products NU 50 Bronz
Silver 32 the glass pane. The most critical exposure in e IG U
nit
NU 40
Silver 20
AG 50 which thermal breakage can occur is under
Royal Blue 40 SN 68
AG 43 on cle
IS 20 conditions when the glass edges are cold ar

Clear < 12 mm and the central region is heated. This

< 10 mm < 8 mm < 10 mm
UltraWhite < 10 mm condition is common in buildings with Clear IG
Glass Unit

Annealed
Green overhangs and vertical extensions.
Thickness
TwilightGreen < 6 mm

Low
CrystalGray Thermal stresses present during construction 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
Maximum Stock Sheet 98“ x 144“ 100“ x 144“ 102“ x 144“ 102“ x 168“ Interior Temperature of Building (˚F)
occur particularly when the building interior is
Standard Stock Sheet 96“ x 130“ 102“ x 130“ 96“ x 130“
not heated, and the panes of glass are exposed to direct sunlight. In such cases, breakage can
occur as the sun heats the central portion of the glass, while the edges are cooled by the frame.
Ov e r s i z e G l a s s : I NSULAT I N G a n d H e at- T r e at m e n t C o n s i d e r ati o n s This type of breakage is possible even with the absence of overhangs or vertical extensions. The
It is important for designers to understand that the maximum glass sizes listed above do not risk is greatest for heat-absorbing glass, such as tints and reflective glass. In insulating glass, the
suggest that insulating glass unit and heat-treatment equipment capabilities can process these risk of thermal breakage is further increased when heat-absorbing tinted glass is used.
sizes. To the contrary, there are many considerations that need to be taken into account when
designing glazing for today’s architecture. The best control of thermal breakage is heating the interior of the building and specifying heat-
treated glass, either heat-strengthened or tempered. The graph above shows the dramatic
Maximum glass sizes are dictated by the size of glass available from the primary manufacturer, the extent to which heating the building decreases risk of breakage from thermal stress. Guardian
fabrication equipment limitations, the capabilities of the contract glazier to install the unit, availability Industries will provide an analysis of the risk of thermal breakage during construction if the
of specialized shipping and handling equipment to deliver the unit, and the specific glass makeup, anticipated building temperatures and appropriate window details are provided. However, a
such as coated glass, silk-screened glass, heat-treated glass, laminated glass, insulating glass thermal stress analysis is not a guarantee against breakage. The analysis is a service to our
or some combination of these items. Generally speaking, glass that is 60" or less in width can be customers for the purpose of product selection. The selection of product type and prevention of
heat-treated on a high-speed furnace, which will make the glass more economical and thermal breakage are the responsibility of the design professional.

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Wet Glazing
St ati s ti c a l P r o b a b i l it y o f G l a s s B r e a k a g e
Wet Glazing
Glass is a brittle material. It acts elastically until it fractures at ultimate load. That ultimate load • Anti-walk blocks should be used in situations
Exterior
varies, depending upon the type and duration of the loads applied and the distribution, orientation where glass movement is anticipated, i.e.,
and severity of the inhomogeneities and micro-flaws existing in the surface of the glass. Because lateral movement due to wind loading, seismic Cap Bead

of its nature, glass cannot be engineered in the same way as other building envelope materials loads or other building movement. Pre-Shimmed
Tape
with a predictable specific strength. In those cases, factors can be (and are) assigned to minimize
the likelihood that breakage will occur at the selected design load. Because the ultimate strength Silicone Structural Glazing:
of glass varies, its strength is described statistically. Architects and engineers, when specifying • Glass is not typically used as a structural member. Support
Weep
Setting Block Heel Bead (air seal)
a design factor for glass in buildings, must choose the anticipated wind load, its duration and framing must be of sufficient strength and dexterity to
the probability of glass breakage (defined as x per 1000 lites of glass at the initial occurrence absorb all loads resulting from wind, thermal expansion Silicone Structural Glazing
Silicone Structural Glazing
of the design load). Glass manufacturers can provide the appropriate data for determining the or building movement.
performance of their products. However, the responsible design professional must review these • Backup mullions are recommended for glass thickness ¼" Mullion
Stiffener
performance criteria and determine if they are suitable for the intended application. or less and in all instances where insulating glass is specified.
• Higher light-transmitting coating may show edge read-

Glazing Guidelines through. Insulating glass used in structural glazing must

All glass products are to be glazed in a manner that ensures the glass is free-floating, non-load- be silicone units. Structural
Silicone
Structural
Silicone

bearing and glazed with a material that remains resilient. An adequate weep system, or materials • Opacified spandrel must have trim in the back of the

which totally repel the passage of water, is necessary to avoid premature failure of fabricated opacifier to ensure glass-to-silicone adhesion.

glass, opacified spandrel and laminated glass. Adequate clearance for bow and warp of heat- • The compatibility and adhesive characteristics of

strengthened and tempered glass must be provided as specified in ASTM Standard C 1048. the structural silicone are to be confirmed in the early
Weather Seal
For complete industry-accepted information about glazing guidelines, please review the Glass stages of design. Exterior

Association of North America’s Glazing Manual. Dry Glazing

Q u a l it y / I n s p e c ti o n G u i d e l i n e s
Dry Glazing
Conventional Glazing: The following quality standards are offered as suggested guidelines for the evaluation of coated
Exterior
• Framing must be structurally sound, with Dense Wedge
Gasket
glass products, based on ASTM 1376.
Soft Closed
sufficient strength to support the glass weight Cell Gasket

without any sagging, twisting or deformation General:

that may impose a load on the glass. • Normal viewing distance is 10 feet for vision glass and 15 feet for spandrel glass. The
• No framing member should deflect more than viewing angle should be 90º against a bright, uniform background. Spandrel glass is viewed
1/175 of its span, with a maximum deflection Weep
Setting Block Heel Bead (air seal) against a dark, uniform background.
of ¾" when under load. • The area of most importance is the central viewing area, which is defined by 80% of the
Wet Glazing
• Appropriate setting blocks, face gaskets, Pressure Glazing length and 80% of the width dimensions centered on a lite of glass. The remaining area is
wedges and edge spacers must meet current considered the outer area.
Exterior
Synthetic
requirements of ASTM Standards D 395 and Rubber Gasket

C 864 for hardness, deformation, compression Pinholes and Clusters (viewed in transmission):
set and polymer content. • Pinholes up to 1.5mm (1/16”) are acceptable.
• Framing members must be free of any glazing • A cluster is defined as two or more pinholes up to 1.5mm (1/16”) each that are readily
obstructions that would result in glass damage. apparent and located in an area of 75mm (3”) diameter.
• Minimum framing extension is necessary to Thermal
Isolator
reduce the likelihood of thermal breakage. In
situations where thermal breakage may be a
concern, request a thermal stress analysis. continued
Weeps

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Quality Inspection - Pinholes and Clusters continued
Other Resources
• Clusters of pinholes within the central viewing area are not acceptable.
• Clusters greater than 0.82mm (1/32”) and visible from 3 meters (10 feet) are acceptable A r c hit e c t u r a l T o o l s
only outside the central viewing area. Guardian offers a full line of architectural glass products. We also offer several tools online
designed to help architects find solutions and specify Guardian products:
Scratches (viewed in transmission): • Our PRODUCT MASTERSPEC™ is based on Section 088100 from the AIA MASTERSPEC®
• Scratches longer than 50mm (2”) within the central viewing area are not acceptable. library, and it helps simplify the preparation of specification documents.

• CSI 3-part specifications for SunGuard products.

• SunGuard 3-part specifications in association with BSD SpecLink-E.

• USGBC LEED® brochure for architects looking for LEED certification through the use of
Pinholes, Clusters & Scratches 10 Feet Light
Source high-performance glass.

• A Building Energy Calculator that offers architects and other project specifiers a
comprehensive tool to evaluate commercial glazing options and their impact on energy
Color uniformity (viewed in reflection): use and design. Users can perform energy analyses of various combinations of glazing
• Coated glass may exhibit slightly different hue or color that may not be apparent in products, including products from other manufacturers. This free, web-based service helps
hand samples. Light users set up a project with prototypical building type and building details. The calculation
10 Feet
Source engine applies utility rates and specific weather data for 52 cities in the U.S., Canada and
• Color and reflectance may vary slightly overall and be considered acceptable.
Mexico to generate energy cost and consumption data.
• Due to the reflectivity of some glass coatings, distortion of reflected objects may be more
apparent. This characteristic is more pronounced with 10 Feet
heat-treated, laminated and • Seachable online commercial project database, including photos and information.

insulated glass. 10 Feet Light • A smartphone app that allows interaction with hundreds of projects worldwide.
Source

N ati o n a l , R e gi o n a l a n d L o c a l B u i l d i n g C o d e s / St a n d a r d s
The evolution of building construction has led to the development of codes and standards that
Reflectance & Color 10 Feet mandate structurally sound, energy-efficient and environmentally conscious buildings. Many
of these codes and standards apply directly to glazing components and should be thoroughly
investigated prior to design finalization. A few of the applicable standards include:
Spandrel Glass (viewed in reflection): 15 Feet • ANSI Z 97.1 Glazing Materials Used in Buildings, Safety Performance Specifications and
• C
10 Feet
 oated glass may exhibit slightly different hue or color that may not be apparent in Methods of Test
hand samples. • ASTM C 1036 Standard Specification for Flat Glass
• Color and reflectance may vary slightly overall and be considered acceptable.
• ASTM C 1048 Standard Specification for Heat-Treated Flat Glass--Kind HS, Kind FT Coated
• Pinholes up to 3.0 mm (1/8”) are acceptable. and Uncoated Glass
• Scratches up to 75 mm (3”) are acceptable. 15 Feet • ASTM C 1172 Standard Specification for Laminated Architectural Flat Glass

• ASTM C 1376 Standard Specification for Pyrolytic and Vacuum Deposition Coatings on Glass

• ASTM E 773 Standard Test Method for Accelerated Weathering of Sealed Insulating Glass Units

Spandrel Glass 15 Feet • ASTM E 774 Standard Specification for the Classification of the Durability of Sealed
Insulating Glass Units

• ASTM E 1886 Test Method for Performance of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, Doors and
Storm Shutters Impacted by Missile(s) and Exposed to Cyclic Pressure Differentials

• ASTM E 1996 Standard Specification for Performance of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls,
Doors and Storm Shutters Impacted by Windborne Debris in Hurricanes

continued

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Glossary
Building Codes / Standards continued
Glossary
• ASTM E 2188 Standard Test Method for Insulating Glass Unit Performance

• ASTM E 2190 Standard Specification for Insulating Glass Unit Performance and Evaluation C o l o r R e n d e r i n g I n d e x ( CR I )
The ability of transmitted daylight through the glazing to portray a variety of colors compared
• ASTM F 1642 Standard Test Method for Glazing and Glazing Systems Subject to
Airblast Loadings to those seen under daylight without the glazing. In illumination, general color rendering indices
above 90 are very good and between 80 and 90 are good. For instance, a low CRI causes
• CPSC 16CFR-1201 Safety Standard for Architectural Glazing Materials
colors to appear washed out, while a high CRI causes colors to appear vibrant and natural. In
commercial glass, CRI indicates the effect the specific glass configuration has on the appearance
Warranty
of objects viewed through the glass.
Guardian provides a coated glass products warranty to our direct customer, typically the glass
fabricator, for a period of 10 years. This covers the coated glass only – the insulating glass units
H e at G a i n
will typically be covered by a warranty provided by the fabricator. Similarly, Guardian laminated
Heat gain is heat added to a building interior by radiation, convection or conduction. Building
glass products are covered by a 5-year warranty. Contact your Guardian Sales Representative
heat gain can be caused by radiation from the sun or the heat in hot summer air convected/
for a copy of specific product warranty documents.
conducted to the building interior.

A wide range of documents, including 3-part specifications in CSI format, a photo gallery of
H e at T r a n s f e r M e th o d s
projects, a product selection tool, Select Fabricator locator, AIA/CES presentation information and
Heat transfer occurs through convection, conduction or radiation (also referred to as “emission”).
technical documents have been published online. Please visit www.SunGuardGlass.com or call
Convection results from the movement of air due to temperature differences. For instance,
us at 1-866-GuardSG (482-7374).
warm air moves in an upward direction and, conversely, cool air moves in a downward direction.
Conduction results when energy moves from one object to another by direct contact. Radiation,
or emission, occurs when heat (energy) can move through space or an object and then is
absorbed by a second object.

H y b r i d : L o w - E / R e f l e c tiv e C o ati n g s
A combination of medium outdoor reflectivity and low-E performance qualities. These coatings
allow the designer to combine low U-values, reduced solar heat gain and visual aesthetics.
Guardian offers AG 43 and AG 50.

I n f r a r e d ( l o n g - wav e ) E n e r g y
Energy generated by radiated heat sources such as electric coil heaters or natural gas-powered,
forced-air furnaces. Also, any object that can absorb heat and radiate it is producing long-wave,
infrared energy. NOTE: When short-wave energy from the sun is absorbed and radiated by
glazing, it is converted to long-wave energy.

Light- t o - S o l a r G a i n ( LS G )
Ratio of the visible light transmittance to the Solar Heat Gain Coefficient. LSG=Tvis/SHGC. A
higher LSG ratio means sunlight entering the room is more efficient for daylighting, especially for
summer conditions where more light is desired with less solar gain. This ratio is the measurement
used to determine whether the glazing is “spectrally selective,” which is defined by the U.S. Dept.
of Energy as 1.25 or higher.

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Glossary
L o w - E C o ati n g s Solar Energy
Relatively neutral in appearance, low-E coatings reduce heat gain or loss by reflecting long-wave Radiant energy from the sun having a wavelength range of 300 to 4000 nm, which includes UV
infrared energy (heat) and, therefore decrease the U-Value and improve energy efficiency. Current (300 to 380 nm), visible light (380 to 780 nm) and near infrared
sputter-coated low-E coatings are multilayered, complex designs engineered to provide high energy (780 to 4000 nm).
Sol
visible light transmission, low visible light reflection and reduce heat transfer. SunGuard SN 68, • % Reflectance Out – percentage of incident solar energy ar

SN 54, Light Blue 63, Neutral 61, Neutral 50, Neutral 40 and Royal Blue 40 are low-E coatings. directly reflected from the glass back outdoors.
Transmittance
• % Absorptance – percentage of incident solar energy
Reflectance
R e l ativ e H e at G a i n ( R H G ) absorbed into the glass.

The total heat gain through glass for a specific set of conditions. This value considers indoor/ • % Transmittance – percentage of incident solar energy
Absorptance
outdoor air temperature differences and the effect of solar radiation. The units are Btu/(hr.ft²). directly transmitted through the glass.

RHG = [(89°F - 75°F)(Summer U-Value) + (200 Btu/hr.ft²)(Shading Coefficient)]

The sum of percent reflectance out + absorptance out + transmittance = 100%. An additional

R - Va l u e consideration is emission, or emissivity. This refers to the reradiation of absorbed energy that

A measure of the resistance of the glazing to heat flow. It is determined by dividing the U-Value can be emitted toward both the exterior and interior of the building. Emissivity is controlled

into 1, (R-Value = 1/U-Value). A higher R-Value indicates better insulating properties of the glazing. through the use of low-emissivity, or low-E coatings.

R-Value is not typically used as a measurement for glazing products and is referenced here to
help understand U-Value. S o l a r H e at G a i n C o e f f i c i e n t ( S H G C )
The percent of solar energy incident on the glass that is transferred indoors, both directly and

Sh a d i n g C o e f f i c i e n t ( SC ) indirectly through the glass. The direct gain portion equals the solar energy transmittance,

An alternative measure of the heat gain through glass from solar radiation. Specifically, the shading while the indirect is the fraction of solar incident on the glass that is absorbed and re-radiated

coefficient is the ratio between the solar heat gain for a particular type of glass and that of double- or convected indoors. For example, 1/8" (3.1 mm) uncoated clear glass has a SHGC of

strength clear glass. A lower shading coefficient indicates lower solar heat gain. For reference, 1/8" approximately 0.86, of which 0.84 is direct gain (solar transmittance) and 0.02 is indirect gain

(3.1 mm) clear glass has a value of 1.00. (SC is an older term being replaced by the SHGC). (convection/re-radiation).

Solar Conversions S o l a r / R e f l e c tiv e C o ati n g s

• Direct Solar Transmittance: Solar Energy Transmittance Typically, highly reflective coatings that reduce solar heat gain through reflection and absorption.

• Shading Coefficient: Solar Heat Gain Coefficient/0.86 Though very effective at reducing heat gain, visible light transmittance is generally low and

• Indirect Solar Transmittance: Solar Heat Gain Coefficient - Direct Solar Transmittance U-Values are not as energy efficient as low-E coatings. Guardian offers SunGuard Silver 20 and

• Absorptance: 1 - Direct Solar Transmittance - Solar Reflectance Silver 32 in this product category.

Units of Measure: S p e c t r a l ly S e l e c tiv e G l a z i n g

High-performance glazing that admits as much daylight as possible, while preventing
U-Value Relative Heat Gain
transmission of as much solar heat as possible. By controlling solar heat gain in summer,

Btu W Btu W preventing loss of interior heat in winter, and allowing occupants to reduce electric lighting use by
x 5.6783 = x 3.1546 =
hr.ft2.˚F m2.K hr.ft2 m2 making maximum use of daylight, spectrally selective glazing significantly reduces building energy
consumption. The United States Department of Energy has established a Light-to-Solar Gain
Btu x 4.887 = Kcal Btu x 2.715 = Kcal
hr.ft2.˚F hr. m2. ˚C hr.ft2 hr. m2 Ratio of 1.25 as the minimum measurement to be classified as a “Spectrally Selective Glazing.”
The calculation of spectrally selective glazing follows the formula described in the Light-to-Solar
Gain definition on page 29.

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T r a n s m itt a n c e PERCEN T
Percentage of incident energy that directly passes through the glass.

UV
Ultraviolet radiant energy from the sun having a wavelength range of 300 to 380 nm with
air mass of 1.5. Long-term exposure to UV light may result in fabric and pigment fading, plastic
deterioration and changes to the appearance of many types of wood.

U - Va l u e ( U - Fa c t o r )
A measure of the heat gain or loss through glass due to the difference between indoor and
outdoor air temperatures. It is also referred to as the overall coefficient of heat transfer. A lower
U-Value indicates better insulating properties. The units are Btu/(hr.ft2.°F).

V i s i b l e Light
Radiant energy in the wavelength range of 380 nm to 780 nm with Ill. D65 and
CIE 2° observer.
• % Transmittance (Tvis) – percentage of incident visible light directly transmitted
through the glass.
• % Reflectance Indoors – percentage of incident visible light directly
reflected from the glass back indoors.
• % Reflectance Outdoors – percentage of incident visible light
directly reflected from the glass back outdoors.

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