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TECHNICAL DATA
Window Performance Data...................09-03
About the NFRC .......................................09-03
About the Label .......................................09-03
About the Label continued .......................09-04
ENERGY STAR Label .................................09-04
Fire Rating...............................................09-04
Insulating Values......................................09-04
Sound Transmission .................................09-04
Product Performance ..........................09-05
Air/Water Infiltration Rating .....................09-05
Hallmark Certification................................09-06
Performance Rating and Test Data........09-07
NFRC Total Unit Performance.....................09-09
Center of Glass Performance Data........09-12
High Altitude Glass Ratings .................09-16
Breather Tube Recommendations.................09-17
NFRC Recycled Content ........................09-19
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WINDOW PERFORMANCE DATA
About the NFRC
The National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) is a nonpartisan coalition of professionals whose purpose is to provide fair,
accurate and credible energy performance ratings for fenestration products. NFRC’s membership includes manufacturers,
suppliers, designers, specifiers, utility companies, government agencies and other building industry representatives. Andersen
Corporation is a founding member of the NFRC and continues to support its work by providing fair, accurate and credible energy
performance ratings to consumers and the building industry. If you have any questions about the NFRC, its program or energy
performance ratings, write them at: NFRC, 6305 Ivy Lane, Suite 140, Greenbelt, MD 20770, Tel: (301) 589-1776
Website: www.nfrc.org
Energy Rating (ER)
represents “Energy Rating” and is a rating used
in Canada for product comparison purposes (the
higher the ER number, the more energy saved
during the heating season).
U-Factor
indicates how well a product prevents heat
from escaping (the lower the number, the
better).
Visible Transmittance
refers to how much visible light comes through
a product (the closer to 1.0, the more light is
transmitted).
WDMA Hallmark Certification
verifies the performance ratings of this product
were tested by an independent testing
laboratory and verified by a third-party
certification program.
Test Standards
About the Label
Look for this certification label on every
window and patio door you buy. The
NFRC section was designed by the
National Fenestration Rating Council to
provide accurate information that helps
you promote the energy efficiency of the
homes you build. These ratings allow
you — and your customers — to measure
and compare the energy performance
of similar products. If the product does
not have this label, the NFRC has not
verified its claims.
ENERGY STAR® Climate Zone Map
is based on U-Factor and solar heat gain coefficient
criteria for specific ENERGY STAR climate
zones within the United States and Canada.
The shading of the map shows which climate
zone(s) a particular product and glass type is
ENERGY STAR certified in.
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient
measures how well a product blocks heat caused by
sunlight (the lower the number, the more it will help
reduce the use of air conditioning and as a
result reduce electrical bills and energy use).
Performance Grade (PG) and
Design Pressure (DP) Ratings
Glass Construction used with
this product type
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About the Label Continued
ENERGY STAR® Label
The ENERGY STAR label certifies that the product meets or
exceeds the minimum energy efficiency criteria for the appli-
cable climate region. It offers the consumer a basic level of
assurance that the product he/she is buying is reasonably
efficient and, in most cases, superior in performance and
energy savings. All window manufacturers who obtain the
ENERGY STAR rating have had their windows certified and
labeled by the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC)
for U-Factor and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) and Visi-
ble Light Transmission (VT). Added to this list is Performance
Grade (PG). This rating accounts for air, water and wind load
Design Pressure (DP) ratings. This information can be found
elsewhere in this Specification and Technical Manual.
Insulating Values
This section describes the various test parameters and
conditions. At the end of the descriptions are ratings of
Renewal by Andersen® products by product style. “How
energy efficient is this window?” It’s the question every
homeowner asks, expecting to learn the R-value rating.
So why does the window industry respond in terms of
U-Factor? Read on and learn more.
Fire Rating
Windows are not fire-rated. However, it is important to note
that the Fibrex® material used in Renewal by Andersen®
windows will not support combustion once a heat source is
removed.
Sound Transmission
Sound-deadening ability is an important feature of a window.
Based on ASTM E413-87 test standards, sound transmission
(in the form of speech isolation between interior rooms) is
measured with a single Sound Transmission Class (STC)
number. The larger the STC number, the greater the win-
dow’s sound-deadening performance.
Amount of Sound Transmitted
Through the Glass
STC Rating:
The higher the number the
less sound transmitted
Sound Transmission
The Outdoor-Indoor Transmission Class (OITC) rating mea-
sures the barrier performance of a window from the interior
when exposed to outdoor noise.
WINDOW PERFORMANCE DATA
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PRODUCT PERFORMANCE
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
The Window and Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA),
the American Architectural Manufacturers Association
(AAMA) and the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) jointly
release the North American Fenestration Standard/Speci-
fication for Windows, Doors and Skylights (NAFS-11) where
“-11” refers to the most recent publication year of 2011.
NAFS is also referred to as AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/
A440, which is how the International Code Council (ICC) lists
this standard in the 2012 and 2015 International Resi-
dential Code (IRC) and International Building Code (IBC) as
the means to indicate the window, door or skylights design
pressure rating used to determine compliance to the job-site
design pressure requirements.
A product only achieves a “Performance Grade” or “PG”
rating when it complies with all of the NAFS performance
requirements such as ease of operation, air infiltration re-
sistance to water penetration and resistance to forced entry,
etc. A “Design Pressure Rating” or “DP” rating only depicts
the design and structural load performance.
PERFORMANCE CLASSES
This Standard/Specification defines requirements for four
performance classes. The performance classes are desig-
nated R, LC, CW, and AW. This classification system provides
for several levels of performance. Product selection is always
based on the performance requirements of the particular
project.
ELEMENTS OF PERFORMANCE GRADE (PG)
DESIGNATIONS
In order to qualify for a given performance grade (PG), test
specimens need to pass all required performance tests for
the following, in addition to all required auxiliary (durability)
and applicable material/component tests (not shown here)
for the applicable product type and desired performance
class:
(a) Operating force (if applicable): Maximum operating force
varies by product type and performance class.
(b) Air leakage resistance: Tested in accordance with ASTM
E283 at a test pressure of 1.57 psf. Allowable air infiltration
for R, LC and CW class designations is 0.3 cubic feet per
minute per square foot of frame (cfm/ft2).
(c) Water penetration resistance: Tested in accordance with
ASTM E547 with the specified test pressure applied per
NAFS-11. Test consists of four cycles. Each cycle consists of
five minutes with pressure applied and one minute with the
pressure released, during which the water spray is contin-
uously applied. Water spray shall be uniformly applied at a
constant rate of 5 U.S. gal/ft2 • hr.
(d) Uniform load deflection test: Tested in accordance with
ASTM E330 for both positive and negative pressure (pres-
sure defined by NAFS-11) with the load maintained for a
period of 60 seconds. After loads are removed there shall
be no more permanent deformation in excess of 0.4% of its
span and no damage to the unit which would
make it inoperable.
Starting with the 2008 version of NAFS, design pressure
(DP) will only represent the “uniform load deflection test”.
(e) Uniform load structural test: Tested in accordance with
ASTM E330 for both positive and negative pressure (pres-
sure defined by NAFS-11) with the load maintained for a peri-
od of 10 seconds. After loads are removed, there shall be no
permanent deformation in excess of 0.4% of its span and no
damage to the unit, which would make it inoperable.
(f) Forced-entry resistance (if applicable): Tested in accor-
dance with ASTM F588 (windows), F476 (swinging doors)
and F842 (sliding doors) at a performance level 10 rating.
Performance
Class/
Performance
Grade
Air
Infiltration
Test Pressure
Maximum
Allowable Air
Infiltration/
Exfiltration Rate
Water
Penetration
Resistance Test
Pressure
Design
Pressure
Structural Test
Pressure
R LC Pa psf L/s·m2 cfm/ft2 Pa psf Pa psf Pa psf
15 -75 1.57 1.5 0.30 140 2.92 720 15.04 1080 22.56
20 -75 1.57 1.5 0.30 150 3.13 960 20.05 1440 30.08
25 25 75 1.57 1.5 0.30 180 3.76 1200 25.06 1800 37.59
30 30 75 1.57 1.5 0.30 220 4.59 1440 30.08 2160 45.11
35 35 75 1.57 1.5 0.30 260 5.43 1680 35.09 2520 52.63
40 40 75 1.57 1.5 0.30 290 6.06 1920 40.10 2880 60.15
45 45 75 1.57 1.5 0.30 330 6.89 2160 45.11 3240 67.67
50 50 75 1.57 1.5 0.30 360 7.52 2400 50.13 3600 75.19
55 55 75 1.57 1.5 0.30 400 8.35 2640 55.14 3960 82.71
60 60 75 1.57 1.5 0.30 440 9.19 2880 60.15 4320 90.23
65 65 75 1.57 1.5 0.30 470 9.82 3120 65.16 4680 97.74
70 70 75 1.57 1.5 0.30 510 10.65 3360 70.18 5040 105.26
75 75 75 1.57 1.5 0.30 540 11.28 3600 75.19 5400 112.78
80 80 75 1.57 1.5 0.30 580 12.11 3840 80.20 5760 120.30
85 85 75 1.57 1.5 0.30 580 12.11 4080 85.21 6120 127.82
90 90 75 1.57 1.5 0.30 580 12.11 4320 90.23 6480 135.34
95 95 75 1.57 1.5 0.30 580 12.11 4560 95.24 6840 142.86
100 100 75 1.57 1.5 0.30 580 12.11 4800 100.25 7200 150.38
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HALLMARK CERTIFICATION
The Window and Door Manufacturers Association
(WDMA)-sponsored Hallmark Certification Program provides
manufacturers with certification to the AAMA/WDMA/CSA
101/I.S.2/A440-11 Standard and is designed to provide
builders, architects, specifiers and consumers with an easily
recognizable means of identifying products that have been
manufactured and tested in accordance with NAFS (AAMA/
WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440) industry standards and other
applicable performance standards. Conformance is deter-
mined by periodic in-plant inspections by a third-party admin-
istrator. Inspections include auditing licensee quality control
procedures and processes and a review to confirm products
are manufactured in accordance with the appropriate perfor-
mance standards. Periodic testing of representative product
constructions and components by an independent testing
laboratory is also required. When all of the program require-
ments are met, the licensee is authorized to use the WDMA
Hallmark registered logo on their certification label as a
means of identifying products and their performance ratings.
Products successfully obtaining Hallmark Certification will
be labeled with a 3-part code, which includes performance
class, performance grade and size tested.
Below is a sample certification label:
www.wdma.com
Andersen Corporation
400 SERIES CASEMENT WINDOW
CLASS LC (1) – PG50 (2) – SIZE TESTED 56 X 71.8 in.(3)
DP+50/-50 (4)
CLASS LC (1) – PG50 (2) – SIZE TESTED 56 X 71.8 in.(3)
DP+50/-50 (4)
STANDARD RATING
AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-11
AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-08
(1) – Performance Class
(2) – Performance Grade
(3) – Size Tested
(4) – Design Pressure
In the example above, the performance class is LC, the
performance grade (PG) is 50 pounds per square foot (psf)
and the size tested is 56” x 71.8”. What this means to the
specifier is, based on the performance grade chart, the
laboratory-tested air infiltration was less than 0.3 cfm/ft2
(test pressure is always 1.57 psf and the allowable airflow
is 0.3 cfm/ft2), the product tested successfully resisted a
laboratory water penetration test at a test pressure of 7.5
psf, the product tested successfully withstood a laboratory
positive test pressure of 75 psf and a laboratory negative
test pressure of 75 psf and the product tested passed the
laboratory requirements for operational force and forced-en-
try resistance. Based on this test, all products of the same
design that are smaller than the tested size can be labeled
with this product performance rating.
IMPORTANT
Building codes prescribe Performance Grade (PG) based on
a variety of criteria (i.e. windspeed zone, building height,
building type, job-site exposure, etc.). Design pressures
derived from Performance Grade (PG) test requirements
should be used to determine compliance to building code
required design pressures. Structural test pressures, which
are tested at 1.5 times the design pressure, should not be
used for determining design pressure code compliance.
In the example above, a PG 50 performance grade rating,
which passes a 50 psf design pressure, should be used
for determining code compliance, not the structural test
pressure of 75 psf.
If you need further details about how Renewal by Andersen®
products perform to this standard, contact your Renewal by
Andersen® customer service representative.
If you need further information about the AAMA/WDMA/CSA
101/I.S.2/A440-11 standard or the Hallmark Certification
Program, please contact: WDMA, 330 N. Wabash Avenue
Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60611 Phone: 312-321-6802 Web:
wdma.com Where designated, Andersen products are test-
ed, certified and labeled to the requirements of the Hallmark
Certification Program. Actual performance may vary based
on variations in manufacturing, shipping, installation, envi-
ronmental conditions and conditions of use.
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Performance Grade Ratings
PERFORMANCE RATINGS AND TEST DATA
Renewal by
Andersen® Product
AAMA/WDMA/CSA
101/IS2/A440 Performance Grade
(PG)
+/-
Corresponding
Design
Pressure
(DP)
Sound Transmis-
sion Class (STC)
HP/Laminated and
Tempered
Outdoor/Indoor
Transmission Class
(OITC) HP/Laminat-
ed and Tempered
Air Infiltra-
tion CFM/
FT2
Casement Windows
Single Fixed Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 60’’x 80’’40/40 30/32 24/27 <0.18
Single Venting Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 32”x 80”40/40 30/32 24/27 <0.18
Single Venting (DP Upgrade)Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 32”x 78”50/65 30/32 24/27 <0.18
Single Venting (DP Upgrade)Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 40”x 72”50/50 30/32 24/27 <0.18
Double Venting Class LC-PG25 Size Tested 71”x 80”25/25 30/32 24/27 <0.18
Double Venting Class LC-PG30 Size Tested 79”x 72”30/30 30/32 24/27 <0.18
Double Venting Class LC-PG35 Size Tested 71”x 72”35/35 30/32 24/27 <0.18
Double Venting Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 71”x 60”40/40 30/32 24/27 <0.18
Triple Venting (1:1:1)Class LC-PG25 Size Tested 105”x 80”25/25 30/32 24/27 <0.18
Triple Venting (1:1:1)Class LC-PG25 Size Tested 118”x 72”25/25 30/32 24/27 <0.18
Triple Venting (1:1:1)Class LC-PG35 Size Tested 105”x 66”35/35 30/32 24/27 <0.18
Triple Venting (1:1:1)Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 90”x 60”40/40 30/32 24/27 <0.18
Triple Venting (1:2:1)Class LC-PG25 Size Tested 105”x 80”25/25 30/32 24/27 <0.18
Triple Venting (1:2:1)Class LC-PG30 Size Tested 120”x 72”30/30 30/32 24/27 <0.18
Triple Venting (1:2:1)Class LC-PG35 Size Tested 105”x 66”35/35 30/32 24/27 <0.18
Triple Venting (1:2:1)Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 90”x 60”40/40 30/32 24/27 <0.18
Awning Windows
Awning Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 60”x 48”40/40 30/32 24/27 <0.18
Awning (DP Upgrade)Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 48”x 48”50/65 30/32 24/27 <0.18
Awning (DP Upgrade)Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 56”x 36”50/65 30/32 24/27 <0.18
Awning (DP Upgrade)Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 60”x 36”50/50 30/32 24/27 <0.18
Gliding Windows
Gliding Window (1:1) AP Class LC-PG30 Size Tested 72”x 80”30/30 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:1) AS Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 72”x 80”40/40 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:1) AS
(DP Upgrade)Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 74”x 72”50/50 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:1) AS
(DP Upgrade)Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 74”x 64”50/65 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:1) AP Class LC-PG20 Size Tested 96”x 72”20/20 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:1) AS Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 96”x 72”40/40 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:1) AP Class LC-PG35 Size Tested 96”x 54”35/35 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:1) AS Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 96”x 54”40/40 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:1) AP Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 48”x 48”40/40 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:1) AS Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 48”x 48”40/40 30/35 24/32 <0.18
• “Performance Grade (PG)” ratings may vary from tested performance rating for larger or smaller units of a particular type.
• This data is accurate as of April 2021. Due to ongoing product changes, updated test results or new industry standards, this data may change over time.
• Where designated, Renewal by Andersen® products are certified and labeled to the requirements of the Hallmark Certification Program. Actual performance may vary based on variations
in manufacturing, shipping, installation, environmental conditions and conditions of use.
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Performance Grade Ratings (continued)
Renewal by Andersen® Product AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/IS2/A440
Performance Grade (PG)
+/-
Corresponding
Design
Pressure
(DP)
Sound Transmis-
sion Class (STC)
HP/Laminated and
Tempered
Outdoor/Indoor
Transmission Class
(OITC) HP/Laminat-
ed and Tempered
Air Infiltra-
tion CFM/
FT2
Gliding Windows (continued)
Gliding Window (1:2 / 2:1)Class LC-PG35 Size Tested 74’’ x 72’’35/35 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:2 / 2:1)Class LC-PG25 Size Tested 108’’ x 72’’25/25 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:2 / 2:1)Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 56’’ x 80’’40/40 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:2 / 2:1)Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 74’’ x 54’’40/40 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:2:1)Class LC-PG35 Size Tested 84”x 80”35/35 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:2:1)Class LC-PG25 Size Tested 144”x 72”25/25 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:2:1)Class LC-PG30 Size Tested 144”x 54”30/30 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:2:1)Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 84”x 60”40/40 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:2:1 / 1:1:1) (DP
Upgrade)Class LC-PG35 Size Tested 74”x 64”50/65 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:2:1 / 1:1:1) (DP
Upgrade)Class LC-PG25 Size Tested 108”x 64”40/40 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:1:1)Class LC-PG35 Size Tested 84”x 80”35/35 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:1:1)Class LC-PG25 Size Tested 144”x 72”25/25 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:1:1)Class LC-PG30 Size Tested 144”x 54”30/30 30/35 24/32 <0.18
Gliding Window (1:1:1)Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 84”x 60”40/40 30/35 24/32 <0.18
DB Double-Hung Windows
DB Double-Hung Class LC-PG35 Size Tested 45”x 77”35/35 27/30 23/27 <0.18
DB Double-Hung Class LC-PG20 Size Tested 54”x 72”20/20 27/30 23/27 <0.18
DB Double-Hung Class LC-PG20 Size Tested 48”x 96”20/20 27/30 23/27 <0.18
DG Double-Hung Windows
DG Double-Hung Class LC-PG30 Size Tested 48”x 96”30/30 27/30 23/27 <0.18
DG Double-Hung Class LC-PG30 Size Tested 54”x 72”30/30 27/30 23/27 <0.18
DG Double-Hung Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 48”x 72”40/40 27/30 23/27 <0.18
DG Double-Hung (DP Upgrade)Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 40”x 76”50/65 27/30 23/27 <0.18
Picture and Specialty Windows
Universal Picture / Specialty Class LC-PG50 50/50 30/32 24/29 <0.18
Universal Picture (DP Upgrade)Class LC-PG50 Size Tested 84”x 84”50/65 30/32 24/29 <0.18
Universal Picture (DP Upgrade)Class LC-PG50 Size Tested 108”x 62”50/65 30/32 24/29 <0.18
Universal Picture (DP Upgrade)Class LC-PG50 Size Tested 62”x 108”50/65 30/32 24/29 <0.18
Universal Specialty (DP Upgrade)Class LC-PG50 Size Tested 108”x 59”50/65 30/32 24/29 <0.18
Universal Specialty (DP Upgrade)Class LC-PG50 Size Tested 59”x 108”50/65 30/32 24/29 <0.18
Full Frame Picture / Specialty Class LC-PG50 50/50 30/32 24/29 <0.18
Insert Picture / Specialty Class LC-PG50 50/50 30/33 24/30 <0.18
• “Performance Grade (PG)” ratings may vary from tested performance rating for larger or smaller units of a particular type.
• This data is accurate as of April 2021. Due to ongoing product changes, updated test results or new industry standards, this data may change over time.
• Where designated, Renewal by Andersen® products are certified and labeled to the requirements of the Hallmark Certification Program. Actual performance may vary based on variations
in manufacturing, shipping, installation, environmental conditions and conditions of use.
PERFORMANCE RATINGS AND TEST DATA
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PERFORMANCE RATINGS AND TEST DATA
NFRC Total Unit Performance
Renewal by
Andersen® Product Glass Type U-Factor (BTU/(hr ft2 oF))1 Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC)2
VT3
Air Ar Gas Blend Air Ar Gas Blend
Casement
&
Fixed
Clear Without Grilles 0.42 0.41 0.51 0.51 .82
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.43 0.41 0.46 0.46
Low-E4®Without Grilles 0.31 0.28 0.28 0.27 .72
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.32 0.29 0.25 0.25
Low-E4® Sun Without Grilles 0.32 0.29 0.17 0.17 .40
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.33 0.30 0.16 0.15
Low-E4® SmartSunTM Without Grilles 0.31 0.28 0.19 0.18 .65
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.32 0.29 0.17 0.17
Low-E4® SmartSun
with HeatLock®
Without Grilles 0.26 0.24 0.18 0.18 .63
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.26 0.24 0.17 0.16
Enhanced Triple Pane Without Grilles n/a 0.20 n/a 0.25 .42
Enhanced Triple pane with
SmartSunTM Without Grilles n/a 0.19 n/a 0.17 .37
Awning
Clear Without Grilles 0.43 0.41 0.51 0.51 .82
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.43 0.41 0.46 0.46
Low-E4®Without Grilles 0.31 0.28 0.28 0.27 .72
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.32 0.29 0.25 0.25
Low-E4® Sun Without Grilles 0.32 0.29 0.17 0.17 .40
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.33 0.30 0.16 0.15
Low-E4® SmartSunTM Without Grilles 0.31 0.28 0.19 0.18 .65
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.32 0.29 0.17 0.17
Low-E4® SmartSun
with HeatLock®
Without Grilles 0.27 0.25 0.18 0.18 .63
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.27 0.25 0.17 0.16
Enhanced Triple Pane Without Grilles n/a 0.20 n/a 0.25 .42
Enhanced Triple pane with
SmartSunTM Without Grilles n/a 0.20 n/a 0.17 .37
DG Double-Hung
(All Frames)
Clear Without Grilles 0.46 -0.58 -.82
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.46 -0.52 -
Low-E4®Without Grilles 0.33 0.30 0.31 .72
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.34 0.31 0.28 0.28
Low-E4® Sun Without Grilles 0.33 0.30 0.20 0.19 .40
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.35 0.31 0.18 0.17
Low-E4® SmartSunTM Without Grilles 0.32 0.29 0.21 0.21 .65
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.34 0.30 0.19 0.19
Low-E4® SmartSun
with HeatLock®
Without Grilles 0.27 0.25 0.20 0.20 .63
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.30 0.27 0.18 0.18
Enhanced Triple Pane Without Grilles n/a 0.20 n/a 0.29 .47
Enhanced Triple pane
with SmartSunTM Without Grilles n/a 0.20 n/a 0.19 .43
Low-E4® SmartSun™, “Low-E4®, “Low-E4® Sun” and HeatLock® are Andersen trademarks for “Low-E” glass.
1) U-Factor defines the amount of heat loss through the total unit in BTU/hr/ft2.°F. The lower the value, the less heat is lost through the entire product. Window values represent non-tempered glass. Use of tempered glass can increase U-Factor
ratings. See andersenwindows.com/nfrc for specific performance values.
2) Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) defines the fraction of solar radiation admitted through the glass both directly transmitted and absorbed and subsequently released inward. The lower the value, the less heat is transmitted through the product.
3) Visible Transmittance (VT) measures how much light comes through a product (glass and frame). The higher the value, from 0 to 1, the more daylight the product lets in over the product’s total unit area. Visible Light Transmittance is measured over
the 380 to 760 nanometer portion of the solar spectrum.
• NFRC ratings are based on modeling by a third-party agency as validated by an independent test lab in compliance with NFRC program and procedural requirements.
• This data is accurate as of April 2021. Due to ongoing product changes, updated test results, or new industry standards or requirements, this data may change over time. Ratings are for sizes specified by NFRC for testing and certification. Ratings
may vary depending on use of tempered glass, different grille options, glass with capillary breather tubes for high altitudes, etc. “Low-E4®, “Low-E4® SmartSun™” and “Low-E4® Sun”
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PERFORMANCE RATINGS AND TEST DATA
Renewal by Andersen®
Product Glass Type U-Factor (BTU/(hr ft2 oF))1 Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC)2
VT3
Air Ar Gas Blend Air Ar Gas Blend
DB Double-Hung
(Full Frame)
Clear Without Grilles 0.46 0.44 0.57 0.57 .82
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.46 0.44 0.51 0.51
Low-E4®Without Grilles 0.33 0.30 0.31 0.31 .72
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.34 0.31 0.28 0.28
Low-E4® Sun Without Grilles 0.33 0.30 0.19 0.19 .40
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.35 0.31 0.18 0.17
Low-E4® SmartSunTM Without Grilles 0.33 0.29 0.21 0.21 .65
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.34 0.30 0.19 0.19
Low-E4® SmartSun
with HeatLock®
Without Grilles 0.28 0.25 0.20 0.20 .63
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.28 0.25 0.18 0.18
Enhanced Triple Pane Without Grilles n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Enhanced Triple pane with
SmartSunTM Without Grilles n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
DB Double-Hung
(Insert Frame)
Clear Without Grilles 0.46 0.44 0.57 0.57 .82
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.46 0.44 0.51 0.51
Low-E4®Without Grilles 0.33 0.30 0.31 0.31 .72
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.35 0.31 0.28 0.28
Low-E4® Sun Without Grilles 0.34 0.30 0.20 0.19 .40
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.35 0.31 0.18 0.18
Low-E4® SmartSunTM Without Grilles 0.33 0.29 0.21 0.21 .65
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.34 0.30 0.19 0.19
Low-E4® SmartSun
with HeatLock®
Without Grilles 0.27 0.25 0.20 0.20 .63
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.27 0.25 0.18 0.18
Enhanced Triple Pane Without Grilles n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Enhanced Triple pane with
SmartSunTM Without Grilles n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Gliding
Clear Without Grilles 0.47 0.45 0.59 0.59 .82
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.47 0.45 0.53 0.53
Low-E4®Without Grilles 0.34 0.30 0.31 0.31 .72
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.35 0.32 0.29 0.28
Low-E4® Sun Without Grilles 0.34 0.30 0.20 0.19 .40
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.35 0.32 0.18 0.18
Low-E4® SmartSunTM Without Grilles 0.33 0.29 0.21 0.21 .65
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.34 0.31 0.19 0.19
Low-E4® SmartSun
with HeatLock®
Without Grilles 0.27 0.25 0.20 0.20 .63
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.27 0.27 0.18 0.18
Enhanced Triple Pane Without Grilles n/a 0.20 n/a 0.28 .47
Enhanced Triple pane with
SmartSunTM Without Grilles n/a 0.19 n/a 0.18 .43
“Low-E4® SmartSun™, “Low-E4®, “Low-E4® Sun” and HeatLock® are Andersen trademarks for “Low-E” glass.
1) U-Factor defines the amount of heat loss through the total unit in BTU/hr/ft2.°F. The lower the value, the less heat is lost through the entire product. Window values represent non-tempered glass. Use of tempered glass can increase U-Factor
ratings. See andersenwindows.com/nfrc for specific performance values.
2) Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) defines the fraction of solar radiation admitted through the glass both directly transmitted and absorbed and subsequently released inward. The lower the value, the less heat is transmitted through the product.
3) Visible Transmittance (VT) measures how much light comes through a product (glass and frame). The higher the value, from 0 to 1, the more daylight the product lets in over the product’s total unit area. Visible Light Transmittance is measured over
the 380 to 760 nanometer portion of the solar spectrum.
• NFRC ratings are based on modeling by a third-party agency as validated by an independent test lab in compliance with NFRC program and procedural requirements.
• This data is accurate as of April 2021. Due to ongoing product changes, updated test results, or new industry standards or requirements, this data may change over time. Ratings are for sizes specified by NFRC for testing and certification. Ratings
may vary depending on use of tempered glass, different grille options,glass with capillary breather tubes for high altitudes, etc. “Low-E4®, “Low-E4® SmartSun™” and “Low-E4® Sun”
NFRC Total Unit Performance (continued)
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PERFORMANCE RATINGS AND TEST DATA
Renewal by Andersen®
Product High Performance Glass Type U-Factor (BTU/(hr ft2 oF))1 Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC)2
VT3
Air Ar Gas Blend Air Ar Gas Blend
Picture
(Full Frame)
Clear Without Grilles 0.44 0.42 0.61 0.61 .82
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.45 0.43 0.55 0.55
Low-E4®Without Grilles 0.31 0.27 0.33 0.32 .72
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.32 0.28 0.29 0.29
Low-E4® Sun Without Grilles 0.31 0.27 0.20 0.20 .40
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.33 0.29 0.18 0.18
Low-E4® SmartSunTM Without Grilles 0.30 0.26 0.22 0.22 .65
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.32 0.28 0.20 0.20
Low-E4® SmartSun
with HeatLock®
Without Grilles 0.25 0.22 0.22 0.21 .63
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.25 0.22 0.20 0.19
Enhanced Triple Pane Without Grilles n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Enhanced Triple pane with
SmartSunTM Without Grilles n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Picture
(Insert Frame)
Clear Without Grilles 0.45 0.43 0.64 0.64 .82
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.46 0.44 0.57 0.57
Low-E4®Without Grilles 0.31 0.27 0.34 0.34 .72
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.33 0.29 0.31 0.31
Low-E4® Sun Without Grilles 0.31 0.28 0.21 0.2 .40
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.33 0.29 0.19 0.19
Low-E4® SmartSunTM Without Grilles 0.30 0.27 0.23 0.23 .65
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.32 0.28 0.21 0.21
Low-E4® SmartSun
with HeatLock®
Without Grilles 0.25 0.22 0.22 0.22 .63
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.25 0.22 0.20 0.20
Enhanced Triple Pane Without Grilles n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Enhanced Triple pane with
SmartSunTM Without Grilles n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Picture
(Universal Frame)
Clear Without Grilles 0.44 0.42 0.61 0.61 0.82
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.45 0.43 0.55 0.55
Low-E4®Without Grilles 0.31 0.27 0.33 0.32 0.72
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.32 0.28 0.29 0.29
Low-E4® Sun Without Grilles 0.31 0.27 0.20 0.20 0.40
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.33 0.29 0.18 0.18
Low-E4® SmartSunTM Without Grilles 0.30 0.26 0.22 0.22 0.65
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.32 0.28 0.20 0.20
Low-E4® SmartSun
with HeatLock®
Without Grilles 0.25 0.22 0.22 0.21 0.63
Full Divided Light Grilles 0.25 0.22 0.20 0.19
Enhanced Triple Pane Without Grilles n/a 0.16 n/a 0.30 .50
Enhanced Triple pane with
SmartSunTM Without Grilles n/a 0.16 n/a 0.20 .45
“Low-E4® SmartSun™, “Low-E4®, “Low-E4® Sun” and HeatLock® are Andersen trademarks for “Low-E” glass.
1) U-Factor defines the amount of heat loss through the total unit in BTU/hr/ft2.°F. The lower the value, the less heat is lost through the entire product. Window values represent non-tempered glass. Use of tempered glass can increase U-Factor ratings.
See andersenwindows.com/nfrc for specific performance values.
2) Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) defines the fraction of solar radiation admitted through the glass both directly transmitted and absorbed and subsequently released inward. The lower the value, the less heat is transmitted through the product.
3) Visible Transmittance (VT) measures how much light comes through a product (glass and frame). The higher the value, from 0 to 1, the more daylight the product lets in over the product’s total unit area. Visible Light Transmittance is measured over the
380 to 760 nanometer portion of the solar spectrum.
• NFRC ratings are based on modeling by a third-party agency as validated by an independent test lab in compliance with NFRC program and procedural requirements.
• This data is accurate as of April 2021. Due to ongoing product changes, updated test results, or new industry standards or requirements, this data may change over time. Ratings are for sizes specified by NFRC for testing and certification. Ratings may
vary depending on use of tempered glass, different grille options,glass with capillary breather tubes for high altitudes, etc. “Low-E4®”, “Low-E4® SmartSun™” and “Low-E4® Sun”
NFRC Total Unit Performance (continued)
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PERFORMANCE RATINGS AND TEST DATA
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Product VT1 SC2
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC)3
RHG4
Fading % RH
@
Center7
ISGT8
(Fº)Air without grilles / with FDL grilles
Ar Gas Blend without grilles / with FDL grilles Tuv5 Tdw6
Casement & Fixed 82%.89 .78 n/a 186 .58 .61 39%44° F
Awning 82%.89 .78 n/a 186 .58 .61 39%44° F
Double-Hung DG 82%.89 .78 n/a 186 .58 .61 39%44° F
Double-Hung DB 82%.89 .78 n/a 186 .58 .61 39%44° F
Gliding 82%.89 .78 n/a 186 .58 .61 39%44° F
Picture/Specialty 82%.89 .78 n/a 186 .58 .61 39%44° F
Universal Picture/Specialty 82%.89 .78 n/a 186 .58 .61 39%44° F
Renewal by Andersen®
Product VT1 SC2
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC)3
RHG4
Fading % RH
@
Center7
ISGT8
(Fº)Air without grilles / with FDL grilles
Ar Gas Blend without grilles / with FDL grilles Tuv5 Tdw 6
Casement & Fixed 72%.48 .42 .41 98.2 .16 .33 61%56° F
Awning 72%.48 .42 .41 98.2 .16 .33 61%56° F
Double-Hung DG 72%.48 .42 .41 98.2 .16 .33 61%56° F
Double-Hung DB 72%.48 .42 .42 98.6 .16 .33 61%56° F
Gliding 72%.48 .42 .41 98.2 .16 .33 61%56° F
Picture/Specialty 72%.48 .42 .41 97.8 .16 .33 61%56° F
Universal Picture/Specialty 72%.48 .42 .41 97.8 .16 .33 61%56° F
• “Low-E4®, “Low-E4® SmartSun™” and “Low-E4® Sun” are Andersen trademarks for “Low-E” glass.
• Based on NFRC testing/simulation conditions using Windows v7.4.6.0 and NFRC validated spectral data. 0°F outside temperature, 70°F inside temperature and a 15 mph wind.
1) Visible Transmittance (VT) measures how much light comes through the glass. The higher the value, from 0 to 1, the more daylight the glass lets in. Visible Transmittance is mea-sured over the 380 to 760 nanometer portion of the solar spectrum.
2) Shading Coefficient (SC) defines the amount of heat gain through the glass compared to a single light of clear 1/8” (3) glass.
3) Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) defines the fraction of solar radiation admitted through the glass both directly transmitted and absorbed and subsequently released inward. The lower the value, the less heat is transmitted through the glass.
4) Relative Heat Gain (RHG) is the amount of heat gain through a glazing incorporating U-Factor and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient.
5) Transmission Ultra-Violet Energy (Tuv). The transmission of short-wave energy in the 300-380 nanometer portion of the solar spectrum. The energy can cause fabric fading.
6) Transmission Damage Function (Tdw). The transmission of UV and visible light energy in the 300-600 nanometer portion of the solar spectrum. The value includes both the UV and visible light energy that can cause fabric fading. This rating has also been referred to as the Krochmann Damage Function. This rating better predicts fading potential than UV transmission alone. The lower the Damage Function rating, the less transmission of short-wave energy through the glass that can potentially cause fabric fading. Fabric type is also a key component of fading potential.
7) Percent relative humidity before condensation occurs at the center of glass, taken using center of glass temperature.
8) Inside glass surface temperatures are taken at the center of glass.
• This data is accurate as of April 2021. Due to ongoing product changes, updated test results, or new industry standards, this data may change over time. Contact your Andersen supplier for current performance information or upgrade options.
• Contact your Renewal by Andersen® customer service representative or visit https://www.nfrc.org/certified-product-directory/ for total unit performance data (including units with patterned glass, tempered glass and glass with capillary breather tubes).
Center of Glass Performance Data for Products with Clear Glass
Center of Glass Performance Data for Products with High-Performance (HP) Glass
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PERFORMANCE RATINGS AND TEST DATA
Renewal by Andersen®
Product VT1 SC2
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC)3
RHG4
Fading % RH
@
Center7
ISGT8
(Fº)Air without grilles / with FDL grilles
Ar Gas Blend without grilles / with FDL grilles Tuv5 Tdw6
Casement & Fixed 40%.29 .26 .25 61.1 .16 .24 60%55° F
Awning 40%.29 .26 .25 61.1 .16 .24 60%55° F
Double-Hung DG 40%.29 .26 .25 61.1 .16 .24 60%55° F
Double-Hung DB 40%.29 .26 .25 61.8 .16 .24 60%56v ° F
Gliding 40%.29 .26 .25 61.1 .16 .24 60%55° F
Picture/Specialty 40%.29 .26 .25 60.6 .16 .24 60%55° F
Universal Picture/Specialty 40%.29 .26 .25 60.6 .16 .24 60%55° F
Center of Glass Performance Data for Products with High-Performance (HP) Sun Glass
Renewal by Andersen®
Product VT1 SC2
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC)3
RHG4
Fading % RH
@
Center7
ISGT8
(Fº)Air without grilles / with FDL grilles
Ar Gas Blend without grilles / with FDL grilles Tuv5 Tdw6
Casement & Fixed 63%.31 .27 .27 63.7 .05 .2 45%48° F
Awning 63%.31 .27 .27 63.7 .05 .2 45%48° F
Double-Hung DG 63%.31 .27 .27 63.7 .05 .2 45%48° F
Double-Hung DB 63%.31 .27 .27 64 .05 .2 45%48° F
Gliding 63%.31 .27 .27 63.7 .05 .2 45%48° F
Picture/Specialty 63%.31 .27 .27 63.4 .05 .2 45%47° F
Universal Picture/Specialty 63%.31 .27 .27 63.4 .05 .2 45%47° F
• “Low-E4®, “Low-E4® SmartSun™” and “Low-E4® Sun” are Andersen trademarks for “Low-E” glass.
• Based on NFRC testing/simulation conditions using Windows v7.4.6.0 and NFRC validated spectral data. 0°F outside temperature, 70°F inside temperature and a 15 mph wind.
1) Visible Transmittance (VT) measures how much light comes through the glass. The higher the value, from 0 to 1, the more daylight the glass lets in. Visible Transmittance is mea-sured over the 380 to 760 nanometer portion of the solar spectrum.
2) Shading Coefficient (SC) defines the amount of heat gain through the glass compared to a single light of clear 1/8” (3) glass.
3) Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) defines the fraction of solar radiation admitted through the glass both directly transmitted and absorbed and subsequently released inward. The lower the value, the less heat is transmitted through the glass.
4) Relative Heat Gain (RHG) is the amount of heat gain through a glazing incorporating U-Factor and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient.
5) Transmission Ultra-Violet Energy (Tuv). The transmission of short-wave energy in the 300-380 nanometer portion of the solar spectrum. The energy can cause fabric fading.
6) Transmission Damage Function (Tdw). The transmission of UV and visible light energy in the 300-600 nanometer portion of the solar spectrum. The value includes both the UV and visible light energy that can cause fabric fading. This rating has also been referred to as the Krochmann Damage Function. This rating better predicts fading potential than UV transmission alone. The lower the Damage Function rating, the less transmission of short-wave energy through the glass that can potentially cause fabric fading. Fabric type is also a key component of fading potential.
7) Percent relative humidity before condensation occurs at the center of glass, taken using center of glass temperature.
8) Inside glass surface temperatures are taken at the center of glass.
• This data is accurate as of April 2021. Due to ongoing product changes, updated test results, or new industry standards, this data may change over time. Contact your Andersen supplier for current performance information or upgrade options.
• Contact your Renewal by Andersen® customer service representative or visit https://www.nfrc.org/certified-product-directory/ for total unit performance data (including units with patterned glass, tempered glass and glass with capillary breather tubes).
Center of Glass Performance Data for Products with High-Performance (HP) SmartSun™
with HeatLock® Glass
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PERFORMANCE RATINGS AND TEST DATA
Renewal by Andersen®
Product VT1 SC2
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC)3
RHG4
Fading % RH
@
Center7
ISGT8
(Fº)Air without grilles / with FDL grilles
Ar Gas Blend without grilles / with FDL grilles Tuv5 Tdw6
Casement & Fixed 63%.31 .27 .27 63.7 .05 .2 45%48° F
Awning 63%.31 .27 .27 63.7 .05 .2 45%48° F
Double-Hung DG 63%.31 .27 .27 63.7 .05 .2 45%48° F
Double-Hung DB 63%.31 .27 .27 64 .05 .2 45%48° F
Gliding 63%.31 .27 .27 63.7 .05 .2 45%48° F
Picture/Specialty 63%.31 .27 .27 63.4 .05 .2 45%47° F
Universal Picture/Specialty 63%.31 .27 .27 63.4 .05 .2 45%47° F
• “Low-E4®, “Low-E4® SmartSun™” and “Low-E4® Sun” are Andersen trademarks for “Low-E” glass.
• Based on NFRC testing/simulation conditions using Windows v7.4.6.0 and NFRC validated spectral data. 0°F outside temperature, 70°F inside temperature and a 15 mph wind.
1) Visible Transmittance (VT) measures how much light comes through the glass. The higher the value, from 0 to 1, the more daylight the glass lets in. Visible Transmittance is mea-sured over the 380 to 760 nanometer portion of the solar spectrum.
2) Shading Coefficient (SC) defines the amount of heat gain through the glass compared to a single light of clear 1/8” (3) glass.
3) Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) defines the fraction of solar radiation admitted through the glass both directly transmitted and absorbed and subsequently released inward. The lower the value, the less heat is transmitted through the glass.
4) Relative Heat Gain (RHG) is the amount of heat gain through a glazing incorporating U-Factor and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient.
5) Transmission Ultra-Violet Energy (Tuv). The transmission of short-wave energy in the 300-380 nanometer portion of the solar spectrum. The energy can cause fabric fading.
6) Transmission Damage Function (Tdw). The transmission of UV and visible light energy in the 300-600 nanometer portion of the solar spectrum. The value includes both the UV and visible light energy that can cause fabric fading. This rating has also been referred to as the Krochmann Damage Function. This rating better predicts fading potential than UV transmission alone. The lower the Damage Function rating, the less transmission of short-wave energy through the glass that can potentially cause fabric fading. Fabric type is also a key component of fading potential.
7) Percent relative humidity before condensation occurs at the center of glass, taken using center of glass temperature.
8) Inside glass surface temperatures are taken at the center of glass.
• This data is accurate as of April 2021. Due to ongoing product changes, updated test results, or new industry standards, this data may change over time. Contact your Andersen supplier for current performance information or upgrade options.
• Contact your Renewal by Andersen® customer service representative or visit https://www.nfrc.org/certified-product-directory/ for total unit performance data (including units with patterned glass, tempered glass and glass with capillary breather tubes).
Center of Glass Performance Data for Products with High-Performance (HP) SmartSun™
with HeatLock® Glass
Center of Glass Performance Data for Products with High-Performance (HP) SmartSun™ Glass
Renewal by Andersen®
Product VT1 SC2
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC)3
RHG4
Fading % RH
@
Center7
ISGT8
(Fº)Air without grilles / with FDL grilles
Ar Gas Blend without grilles / with FDL grilles Tuv5 Tdw6
Casement & Fixed 65%.31 .28 .27 65.4 .05 .21 60%55° F
Awning 65%.31 .28 .27 65.4 .05 .21 60%55° F
Double-Hung DG 65%.31 .28 .27 65.4 .05 .21 60%55° F
Double-Hung DB 65%.31 .28 .27 65.9 .05 .21 60%56° F
Gliding 65%.31 .28 .27 65.4 .05 .21 60%55° F
Picture/Specialty 65%.31 .28 .27 65 .05 .21 60%55° F
Universal Picture/Specialty 65%.31 .28 .27 65 .05 .21 60%55° F=
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• “Low-E4®, “Low-E4® SmartSun™” and “Low-E4® Sun” are Andersen trademarks for “Low-E” glass.
• Based on NFRC testing/simulation conditions using Windows v7.4.6.0 and NFRC validated spectral data. 0°F outside temperature, 70°F inside temperature and a 15 mph wind.
1) Visible Transmittance (VT) measures how much light comes through the glass. The higher the value, from 0 to 1, the more daylight the glass lets in. Visible Transmittance is mea-sured over the 380 to 760 nanometer portion of the solar spectrum.
2) Shading Coefficient (SC) defines the amount of heat gain through the glass compared to a single light of clear 1/8” (3) glass.
3) Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) defines the fraction of solar radiation admitted through the glass both directly transmitted and absorbed and subsequently released inward. The lower the value, the less heat is transmitted through the glass.
4) Relative Heat Gain (RHG) is the amount of heat gain through a glazing incorporating U-Factor and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient.
5) Transmission Ultra-Violet Energy (Tuv). The transmission of short-wave energy in the 300-380 nanometer portion of the solar spectrum. The energy can cause fabric fading.
6) Transmission Damage Function (Tdw). The transmission of UV and visible light energy in the 300-600 nanometer portion of the solar spectrum. The value includes both the UV and visible light energy that can cause fabric fading. This rating has also been referred to as the Krochmann Damage Function. This rating better predicts fading potential than UV transmission alone. The lower the Damage Function rating, the less transmission of short-wave energy through the glass that can potentially cause fabric fading. Fabric type is also a key component of fading potential.
7) Percent relative humidity before condensation occurs at the center of glass, taken using center of glass temperature.
8) Inside glass surface temperatures are taken at the center of glass.
• This data is accurate as of April 2021. Due to ongoing product changes, updated test results, or new industry standards, this data may change over time. Contact your Andersen supplier for current performance information or upgrade options.
• Contact your Renewal by Andersen® customer service representative or visit https://www.nfrc.org/certified-product-directory/ for total unit performance data (including units with patterned glass, tempered glass and glass with capillary breather tubes).
Renewal by Andersen®
Product VT1 SC2
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC)3
RHG4
Fading % RH
@
Center7
ISGT8
(Fº)Air without grilles / with FDL grilles
Ar Gas Blend without grilles / with FDL grilles Tuv5 Tdw6
Casement & Fixed 58%.28 n/a .25 59 .03 .17 76%62° F
Awning 58%.28 n/a .25 59 .03 .17 76%62° F
Double-Hung DG 58%.28 n/a .25 59 .03 .17 76%62° F
Double-Hung DB n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Gliding 58%.28 n/a .25 59 .03 .17 76%62° F
Picture/Specialty n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Universal Picture/Specialty 58%.28 n/a .25 59 .03 .17 76%62° F
Center of Glass Performance Data for Products with Enhanced Triple Pane with SmartSun™ Glass
PERFORMANCE RATINGS AND TEST DATA
Renewal by Andersen®
Product VT1 SC2
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC)3
RHG4
Fading % RH
@
Center7
ISGT8
(Fº)Air without grilles / with FDL grilles
Ar Gas Blend without grilles / with FDL grilles Tuv5 Tdw6
Casement & Fixed 64%.44 n/a .38 89 .09 .25 76%62° F
Awning 64%.44 n/a .38 89 .09 .25 76%62° F
Double-Hung DG 64%.44 n/a .38 89 .09 .25 76%62° F
Double-Hung DB n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Gliding 64%.44 n/a .38 89 .09 .25 76%62° F
Picture/Specialty n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Universal Picture/Specialty 64%.43 n/a .37 88 .08 .24 76%62° F
Center of Glass Performance Data for Products with Enhanced Triple Pane Glass
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HIGH ALTITUDE GLASS RATINGS
Hight Altitude Considerations
If the installation of a given product is at an altitude greater
than that shown the following charts, a capillary breather
tube must be ordered. Be aware that the use of a capillary
breather tube eliminates argon gas blend fill and will result
in a slightly lower thermal performance (approximately 0.02
increase in window U-Factor). For NFRC certified total unit
performance on units with capillary breather tubes for higher
altitude applications, please visit andersenwindows.com/
nfrc.
The use of dual-pane insulating glass without capillary
breather tubes at altitudes higher than its rating will result in
severe glass distortion, increased glass breakage potential
and a risk for seal failure. Smaller windows are most affect-
ed by altitude changes. An increase in altitude results in
a decrease in atmospheric pressure. A sealed insulating
glass unit attempts to combat this change by increasing its
volume to reduce its pressure. One way to increase its
volume is by glass deflection. A smaller window is stiffer and
does not deflect as much as a larger window; therefore, it
cannot relieve the pressure as readily. Thus, the load
applied to the glass is greater, resulting in a greater risk for
breakage. Another way the window tries to increase its vol-
ume is by increasing the edge area; i.e. the seal area.
The increased pressure applied to the edge seal load for a
smaller window is therefore greater, increasing the chance
for seal failure. for seal failure.
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3,
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0
4,
0
0
0
5,
0
0
0
6,
0
0
0
7,
0
0
0
8,
0
0
0
9,
0
0
0
10
,
0
0
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3 MM ANNEALED GLASS
Altutude (in feet)
Un
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Dim
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>35
Capillary breather tubes recomended
Capillary breather tubes not needed
10
11
12
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19
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3,
0
0
0
4,
0
0
0
5,
0
0
0
6,
0
0
0
7,
0
0
0
8,
0
0
0
9,
0
0
0
10
,
0
0
0
3 MM TEMPERED GLASS
Altutude (in feet)
Un
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>35
Capillary breather tubes recomended
Capillary breather tubes not needed
10
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19
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21
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23
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34
3,
0
0
0
4,
0
0
0
5,
0
0
0
6,
0
0
0
7,
0
0
0
8,
0
0
0
9,
0
0
0
10
,
0
0
0
4 MM ANNEALED GLASS
Altutude (in feet)
Un
i
t
Sho
rt
Dim
e
n
s
i
o
n
(
i
n
i
n
c
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s
)
>35
Capillary breather tubes recomended
Capillary breather tubes not needed
10
11
12
13
14
15
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18
19
20
21
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23
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36
3,
0
0
0
4,
0
0
0
5,
0
0
0
6,
0
0
0
7,
0
0
0
8,
0
0
0
9,
0
0
0
10
,
0
0
0
4 MM TEMPERED GLASS
Altutude (in feet)
Un
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t
Sho
rt
Dim
e
n
s
i
o
n
(
i
n
i
n
c
h
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s
)
Capillary breather tubes recomended
Capillary breather tubes not needed
Breather Tube Recomendations
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3,
0
0
0
4,
0
0
0
5,
0
0
0
6,
0
0
0
7,
0
0
0
8,
0
0
0
9,
0
0
0
10
,
0
0
0
5 MM ANNEALED GLASS
Altutude (in feet)
Un
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Sho
rt
Dim
e
n
s
i
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(
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n
i
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c
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)
Capillary breather tubes recomended
Capillary breather tubes not needed
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
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25
26
27
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32
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34
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36
3,
0
0
0
4,
0
0
0
5,
0
0
0
6,
0
0
0
7,
0
0
0
8,
0
0
0
9,
0
0
0
10
,
0
0
0
5 MM TEMPERED GLASS
Altutude (in feet)
Un
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Sho
rt
Dim
e
n
s
i
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(
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i
n
c
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s
)
Capillary breather tubes recomended
Capillary breather tubes not needed
10
11
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19
20
21
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23
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27
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36
3,
0
0
0
4,
0
0
0
5,
0
0
0
6,
0
0
0
7,
0
0
0
8,
0
0
0
9,
0
0
0
10
,
0
0
0
6 MM ANNEALED GLASS
Altutude (in feet)
Un
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Sho
rt
Dim
e
n
s
i
o
n
(
i
n
i
n
c
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s
)
Capillary breather tubes recomended
Capillary breather tubes not needed
10
11
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16
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18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
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33
34
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36
3,
0
0
0
4,
0
0
0
5,
0
0
0
6,
0
0
0
7,
0
0
0
8,
0
0
0
9,
0
0
0
10
,
0
0
0
6 MM TEMPERED GLASS
Altutude (in feet)
Un
i
t
Sho
rt
Dim
e
n
s
i
o
n
(
i
n
i
n
c
h
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s
)
Capillary breather tubes recomended
Capillary breather tubes not needed
Breather Tube Recomendations Cont.
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