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CUSTOM SKYLIGHTS ATTRACTIVE, EFFICIENT WINDOWS FOR YOUR ROOF SINGLE DOME • DOUBLE DOMECIRCULAR DOME CONTINUOUS PRE-FORMED CURBS
www.lexcor.net LEXCOR 1-800-268-2889 Single Dome Skylight Skylights GENERAL INFORMATION Double Dome Skylight Single Dome Double Dome For natural light transmission. Available square For natural light transmission and improved thermal resistance. or rectangular, or with pyramid dome. Available square or rectangular, or with pyramid dome. Skylight Skylight Construction of condensation. Optional No-Frost Supplied to the building site in curb frame available. Function pre-assembled form where possible, LEXCOR skylights are constructed of two components - a shatterproof • Engineered to meet National Building Code live load require- molded acrylic skylight dome and an ments. LEXCOR Skylights are a model of efficiency. These “windows on the roof” exclusively designed aluminum curb frame. Domes are offered in a vari- • Adds to apparent size of small are designed to shut out inclement rooms. ety of shapes. Curb frames may be weather, are shaped to wash themselves mounted to wood or concrete curbs in rain, can be insulated (double domes), constructed by others, or to pre- • Acrylic dome materials proven to will provide ventilation, access to the formed metal curbs supplied by resist discoloration, hazing and loss roof and even help fight fires. LEXCOR. of strength in more than a half-cen- tury of successful outdoor use. Sometimes a skylight is the only way Use Meets fire code requirements when tested in accordance with ASTM D- to bring natural daylight into a building. • For all commercial, industrial, insti- tutional or residential buildings. 635. On a square foot basis, skylights admit far more light and distribute light much more • Manufactured and designed in evenly than a vertical window simply • With flat or sloping roofs, any con- struction. Canada because they face directly towards the sky. • For new construction or renovation Dome Configurations Skylights may also be used to advantage of existing structures. Domes are available in the standard in building entrances to enhance foyers bubble shape as illustrated above for or spotlight attractive features such as • For conventional or unusual appli- single Dome and Double Dome sculptures, murals, paintings, planters, cations. Skylights, or alternately is a pyramid shape as shown below. For other reflecting pools, etc. A whole room roofed over with skylighting can add Skylight General Features dome configurations, consult with your LEXCOR representative. greatly to the atmosphere of a garden • Wide range of standard types, dome court or restaurant. colour and sizes to suit virtually any function or aesthetic requirement; Approvals + Compliances also custom fabricated to any size or • CAN/CGSB 63-14-M89 The use of cheerful, attractive shape for unusual lighting effects. daylighting with dome skylights is leading to new design concepts in • CAN/ULC S-102.2 • Free daylighting provides ELEC- residential construction. The natural TRIC POWER SAVINGS and sub- appeal of bringing the outdoor scene sequent maintenance of artificial indoors provides a unique sales attraction lighting. for home builders. And residents of many existing homes have found that skylights • Fast installation of pre-assembled can turn a dark bathroom into a bright units minimizes on-site costs. one without loss of privacy, make a garage corner or laundry into a cheerfully • Positive curb frame seal stops wind, rain, snow and dust; pliability of seal efficient workspace or inexpensively open permits free expansion of acrylic dur- up an attic for add-a-room modeling. ing atmospheric change; low con- ductivity of acrylic resists formation 2
www.lexcor.net LEXCOR 1-800-268-2889 Domes Retaining Screws Rigid Vinyl Air-Lock No-Frost Framing Circular Dome CONTINUOUS SKYLIGHTS Circular Dome Continuous For 102mm Curb Curb, Caulking For natural light transmission. For increased natural light transmission, and Flashing Available with optional ceilinglite ideal for long, linear applications. by Others and/or well liner. Acrylic Dome colour in summer and heat loss in winter. ferent configuration, is supplied with Domes are offered in a choice of Double domes also guard against a hollow vinyl thermal barrier. The acrylic colour briefly described below: condensation and reduce sound thermal barrier virtually eliminates the transmission. formation of frost around the interior Clear Acrylic (Colorless) of the curb frame, which if under cer- Allows maximum light penetration The following table shows average tain conditions were allowed to accu- and permits view of sky. Glare from “U” values for acrylic skylights. mulate and thaw, might drip into the the sun and privacy should be con- Values are per .093 m2 (1 sq. foot) light well. sidered when choosing a clear dome. of well opening (not dome surface). Metric “U” value is expressed as Aluminum curb frames are mill fin- White Acrylic (Translucent) W/(m2 • °C) and Imperial “U” value ished as standard. An optional For optimum diffused light and con- is expressed as Btu/(ft2 • h • °F). Duracron (Thermosetting acrylic) 100 trol of solar heat. Most popular for architectural metal finish or anodized day lighting applications. Winter Summer aluminum finish is available in a wide DOME TYPE Heat Loss Heat Gain range of colour at extra cost. Tinted Grey and Bronze Metric Imperial Metric Imperial Related References Double Dome 4.0 0.7 2.8 0.5 Transparent colour reduce interior Single Dome 6.8 1.2 4.5 0.8 solar heat gain and control glare For additional technical data regard- while permitting clear vision to out- ing acrylic dome materials, special doors. Grey tints provide much natu- Frame Selection structural design requirements, light ral colour retention. Bronze tints may LEXCOR curb frames are fabricated and heat transmittance values and make outdoors slightly brighter while using 6063-T5 extruded aluminum other properties, contact LEXCOR. actually reducing light intensity. alloy and are available in two frame Sufficient light is transmitted through styles - “Standard” and “No-Frost”. Availability tinted domes to support most plant The “Standard” frame features an LEXCOR skylight products are dis- life; lighter densities for plants requir- outward sloping angle with conden- tributed across Canada ing maximum sunlight, darker densi- sation gutter and weep holes, to ties for plants requiring partial shade. channel off condensation. For sloped Warranty roofs, weep holes occur on bottom Normal 5 year guarantee against Thickness of acrylic may be 3 mm, 5 side of frame only. faulty materials and workmanship. mm or 6 mm depending on skylight The “No-Frost” frame, of slightly dif- size. Standard Frame Features Maintenance Acrylic domes are self-washing and Special colour require no maintenance; the smooth A wide range of transparent and dome finish and shape discourages translucent colour are available for 6mm Neoprene dirt. With Drain Gaps special effect. However, if fine cleaning is desired, 6mm Dia. Weep Domes Holes domes may be cleansed using most Double Domes vs Single Domes household detergents or ammonia Although all skylights may be sup- and water. plied with single domes, double Extruded Alum. domes are recommended; they pro- Retaining and vide greater insulation than single Curb Frame Do not use paint thinners, turpentine domes i.e. will reduce heat build-up and similar solvents for cleaning. 3
www.lexcor.net LEXCOR 1-800-268-2889 Frame Types Double Dome Skylight LEXCOR curb frames are fabricated using 6063-T5 extruded aluminum alloy and are available in two frame styles - “Standard” and “No-Frost”. Double Dome Skylights SQUARE AND RECTANGLE For natural light transmission and improved thermal con- ductivity. Available in square or rectangle dome shapes. NO-FROST FRAME STANDARD FRAME NOTE: These units can be used with LEXCOR fac- The “No-Frost” frame is supplied with a hollow vinyl tory manufactured curbs. See curb page. For sin- thermal barrier. The thermal barrier virtually eliminates gle domes, see note below. the formation of condensation around the interior of the curb frame, which if under certain conditions were B x B + 159mm (6-1/4”) To 41mm (1-5/8” Curb Opening) allowed to accumulate, might drip into the light well. The “Standard” frame, of slightly different configuration does not have a thermal barrier and is somewhat less No-Frost No-Frost expensive than the “No-Frost” frame. This frame type is Frame Double Acrylic Frame recommended for buildings with a very low humidity Skylight Dome level. 41mm (1-5/8”) 100mm (4”) Both frame types however feature an outward sloping Wood Curb Concrete Curb angle with condensation gutter and weep holes, to channel off condensation. BxB Aluminum frames are mill finished as standard. An option- al Duracron (Thermosetting acrylic) 100 architectural metal finish is available in a wide range of colour at extra cost.. Specification Sizes Data* Double Dome pre-assembled plastic skylights supplied FOR 41 mm (1 5/8”) CURB by LEXCOR, of size and type as per Model No.__________ for [41 mm (1 5/8”)][100 mm (4”)] wide MODEL # BxB (mm + Ins.) D (mm + Ins.) NFFDD2020 362 x 362 (14-1/4 x 14-1/4) 127 (5) curb; complete with clear acrylic outer dome, NFFDD2028 362 x 565 (14-1/4 x 22-1/4) 127 (5) [clear][white translucent] inner dome and [No-Frost] NFFDD2052 362 x 1175 (14-1/4 x 46-1/4) 178 (7) NFFDD2424 483 x 483 (19 x 19) 133 (5-1/4) [Standard] 6063-T5 extruded aluminum alloy, mill fin- NFFDD2828 565 x 565 (22-1/4 x 22-1/4) 178 (7) ished curb frame and retaining frame. NFFDD2836 565 x 768 (22-1/4 x 30-1/4) 178 (7) NFFDD2852 565 x 1175 (22-1/4 x 46-1/4) 178 (7) FOR 100 mm (4”) CURB (suffix C indicates 100 mm (4”) NFFDD2836 565 x 768 (22-1/4 x 30-1/4) 178 (7) wide curb) NFFDD2852 565 x 1175 (22-1/4 x 46-1/4) 178 (7) NFFDD3296 648 x 2273 (25-1/2 x 89-1/2) 216 (8-1/2) MODEL # BxB (mm + Ins.) D (mm + Ins.) NFFDD3636 768 x 768 (30-1/4 x 30-1/4) 203 (8) NFFDD2828C 445 x 445 (17-1/2 x 17-1/2) 178 (7) NFFDD3642 768 x 940 (30-1/4 x 37) 254 (10) NFFDD2836C 445 x 648 (17-1/2 x 25-1/2) 178 (7) NFFDD3652 768 x 1175 (30-1/4 x 46-1/4) 254 (10) NFFDD2852C 445 x 1054 (17-1/2 X 41-1/2) 178 (7) NFFDD3660 768 x 1397 (30-1/4 x 55) 254 (10) NFFDD2896C 527 X 2153 (20-3/4 X 84-3/4) 216 (8-1/2) NFFDD3676 768 x 1765 (30-1/4 x 69-1/2) 254 (10) NFFDD3636C 648 X 648 (25-1/2 X 25-1/2) 203 (8) NFFDD4242 940 x 940 (37 x 37) 254 (10) NFFDD3642C 648 X 819 (25-1/2 X 32-1/4) 254 (10) NFFDD4280 940 x 1905 (37 x 75) 330 (13) NFFDD3652C 648 X 1054 (25-1/2 X 41-1/2) 254 (10) NFFDD4364 965 x 1499 (38 x 59) 305 (12) NFFDD3660C 648 X 1276 (25-1/2 X 50-1/4) 254 (10) NFFDD5252 1175 x 1175 (46-1/4 x 46-1/4) 305 (12) NFFDD3676C 648 X 1645 (25-1/2 X 64-3/4 254 (10) NFFDD5276 1175 x 1765 (46-1/4 x 69-1/2) 305 (12) NFFDD4242C 819 x 819 (32-1/4 x 32-1/4) 254 (10) NFFDD5296 1175 x 2273 (46-1/4 x 89-1/2) 305 (12) NFFDD4280C 819 x 1784 (32-1/4 x 70-1/4) 330 (13) NFFDD6060 1397 x 1397 (55 x 55) 357 (14) NFFDD4364C 845 x 1378 (33-1/4 x 54-1/4) 305 (12) NFFDD6476 1460 x 1765 (57-1/2 x 69-1/2) 394 (15-1/2) NFFDD5252C 1054 x 1054 (41-1/2 x 41-1/2) 305 (12) NFFDD6496 1460 x 2273 (57-1/2 x 89-1/2) 406 (16) NFFDD5276C 1054 x 1645 (41-1/2 x 64-3/4 305 (12) NFFDD7272 1702 x 1702 (67 x 67) 406 (16) NFFDD5296C 1054 x 2153 (41-1/2 x 84-3/4 305 (12) NFFDD8080 1905 x 1905 (75 x 75) 457 (18) NFFDD6060C 1276 x 1276 (50-1/4 x 50-1/4) 357 (14) NFFDD9898 2349 x 2349 (92-1/2 x 92-1/2) 559 (22) NFFDD6476C 1340 x 1645 (52-3/4 x 64-3/4 394 (15-1/2) NFFDD6496C 1340 x 2153 (52-3/4 x 84-3/4) 406 (16) *Single dome skylights are available in the same sizes as double domes. NFFDD7272C 1581 x 1581 (62-1/4 x 62-1/4) 406 (16) Substitute prefix D for DD in model number. NFFDD8080 1784 x 1784 (70-1/4 x 70-1/4) 457 (18) If standard frame is desired in lieu of No-Frost Frame, delete NFF portion of prefix on NFFDD9898 2229 x 2229 (87-3/4 x 87-3/4) 559 (22) model number. 4
www.lexcor.net LEXCOR 1-800-268-2889 Insulated Curb Skylights Sloped Roof Skylights Double Dome Skylight Skylight supplied complete withInsulated Curb Skylight integral, insulted alu- For Natural light transmission over residential sloped or minum curb for quick and convenient installation. pitched roofs. ”) -1/4 m (6 59m B x B + 159mm (6-1/4”) B (1 Bx 3mm x 13mm (1/8” x 1/2”) D Neoprene Gasket with Drain Caps Double Acrylic Extruded Vinyl Skylight Dome No-Frost Frame Draft Seal Double Acrylic Skylight Dome Rigid Vinyl 6mm (1/4”) Note: Thermal Barrier 6mm (1/4”) Weep holes Roofing, Caulking, Dia. Weep Bottom side only and interior finish Holes Staggered 0.61mm (.025”) Inner (Staggered) by others Aluminum Liner 2.4mm (0.93”) Aluminum Curb & Curb Frame Caulking 229mm (9”) BxB Rigid Insulation 51mm x 44mm (2” x 1-3/4”) 51mm (2”) Rigid insulation Rigid Insulation Note: Roofing, Flashing, Caulking Set curb frame in bed of roof mastic and interior finish by others before fastening down 76mm (3”) Note: At Top and sides. set roof flange under shingles Specification Specification LEXCOR insulated curb, double dome pre-assembled Sloped Roof pre-assembled plastic skylights supplied by plastic skylights supplied by LEXCOR of size and type LEXCOR, of size and type as per Model as per Model No.__________; complete with clear No.__________, complete with clear outer dome [clear] acrylic outer dome, [clear][white translucent inner [white translucent] inner dome and insulated 6063-T5 dome], 220 mm (9”) high 6063-T5 extruded aluminum mill finished extruded aluminum alloy No-Frost self- alloy, mill finish curb frame, and 50 mm (2”) wide alu- flashing frame. minum curb filled with rigid insulation. Sizes Data Note: (a) The two size charts are applicable to both Sloped Roof and insulated Curb Skylights, (b) For sloped roof curb prefix SR; (c) For 9” high insulated type curb prefix A; (d) For single dome prefix D. MODEL # BxB (mm + Ins.) D (mm + Ins.) MODEL # BxB (mm + Ins.) D (mm + Ins.) DD2020 362 x 362 (14-1/4 x 14-1/4) 127 (5) DD4242 940 x 940 (37 x 37) 254 (10) DD2028 362 x 565 (14-1/4 x 22-1/4) 127 (5) DD4280 940 x 1905 (37 x 75) 330 (13) DD2052 362 x 1175 (14-1/4 x 46-1/4 178 (7) DD4364 965 x 1499 (38 x 59) 305 (12) DD2424 483 x 483 (19 x 19) 133 (5-1/4) DD5252 1175 x 1175 (46-1/4 x 46-1/4) 305 (12) DD2828 565 x 565 (22-1/4 x 22-1/4) 178 (7) DD5276 1175 x 1765 (46-1/4 x 69-1/2) 305 (12) DD2836 565 x 768 (22-1/4 x 30-1/4 178 (7) DD5296 1175 x 2273 (46-1/4 x 89-1/2 305 (12) DD2852 565 x 1175 (22-1/4 x 46-1/4) 178 (7) DD6060 1397 x 1397 (55 x 55) 357 (14) DD3296 648 x 2273 (25-1/2 x 89-1/2) 216 (8-1/2) DD6476 1460 x 1765 (57-1/2 x 69-1/2) 394 (15-1/2) DD3636 768 x 768 (30-1/4 x 30-1/4) 203 (8) DD6496 1460 x 2273 (57-1/2 x 89-1/2) 406 (16) DD3642 768 x 940 (30-1/4 x 37) 254 (10) DD7272 1702 x 1702 (67 x 67) 406 (16) DD3652 768 x 1175 (30-1/4 x 46-1/4) 254 (10) DD8080 1905 x 1905 (75 x 75) 457 (18) DD3660 768 x 1397 (30-1/4 x 55) 254 (10) DD9898 2349 x 2349 (92-1/2 x 92-1/2) 559 (22) DD3676 768 x 1765 (30-1/4 x 69-1/2) 254 (10) 5
www.lexcor.net LEXCOR 1-800-268-2889 Continuous Skylights (THERMALLY FORMED DOMES) Double Acrylic Double Acrylic To Suit Mould Sizes Skylight Dome Skylight Dome Intermediate Aluminum Dome B1 + 159mm (6-1/4”) B1 + 159mm (6-1/4”) Supports to Suit D D Neoprene Spacers No-Frost No-Frost and Vynil Gaskets Frame Frame No-Frost Frame 102mm (4”) 100mm (4”) 41mm (1-5/6”) Concrete Curb Wood Curb Note: Note: Curb, Roofing, Flashing, Curb, Roofing, Flashing, and caulking by others and caulking by others PART LONGITUDINAL SECTION Curb Height 203mm (8”) Min. Curb Height 203mm (8”) Min. B1 B2 As Desired Sizes Specification MODEL NO. B1 MODEL NO. B2 D Thermally formed continuous plastic skylights supplied 41 mm (1-5/8”) CURB (mm + Ins.) 100 mm (4”) CURB (mm + Ins.) (mm + Ins.) by LEXCOR, of size and type as per Model NFFCONDD24 610 (24) NFFCONDD24C 489 (19-1/4) 152 (6) no.__________ for [41 mm (1 5/8”)][100 mm (4”)] wide NFFCONDD30 762 (30) NFFCONDD30C 641 (25-1/4) 178 (7) curb; complete with [clear outer dome][clear][white NFFCONDD36 914 (36) NFFCONDD36C 794 (31-1/4) 203 (8) translucent][inner dome] and 6063-T5 mill finished NFFCNDD42 1067 (42) NFFCONDD42C 946 (37-1/4) 229 (9) extruded aluminum alloy [No-Frost] [Standard] frame, NFFCONDD48 1219 (48) NFFCONDD48C 1099 (43-1/4) 254 (10) and cross-band dome supports with resilient gaskets, NFFCONDD54 1372 (54) NFFCONDD54C 1251 (49-1/4) 279 (11) spaced [approximately 1219 mm (4'0”) on centre]. NFFCONDD60 1524 (60) NFFCONDD60C 1403 (55-1/4) 305 (12) Overall length of unit as shown on drawings. NFFCONDD72 1829 (72) NFFCONDD72C 1708 (67-1/4) 356 (14) NFFCONDD84 2134 (84 NFFCONDD84C 2013 (79-1/4) 406 (16) * If single dome is required, delete NFF and DD portion of prefix on Model No.'s. Note: Single dome units are applied with standard aluminum frame unless otherwise requested. Continuous Skylights (COLD FORMED DOMES) 133mm (5-1/4”) Centre to centre of pre-arced alum. Double Acrylic Double acrylic Skylight Dome skylight Caulking & Ethafoam Continuous neoprene Rope Backing Aluminum Mounting spacer blocks Bracket Continuous Aluminum Curb Caulking and Ethafoam Welds and Retaining Frame rope backing Rigid Vynil Thermal Barrier 6mm (1/4”) Dia. Weep Holes 610mm (24”) NOTE: 114mm (4-1/2”) O.C. Curb, Roofing, Flashing, and Caulking by others. Wide Mullions Curb Height 203mm (8”)Min. NOTE: For single acryilic skylight detail, delete lower skylight panel and spacer blocks Caulking by installer PART LONGITUDINAL SECTION Any Width up to 3353mm (11’-0”) length as desired [approximately 1219 mm (4'0”) on centre, and vertical Specification end panels. Cold formed continuous plastic skylights supplied by LEXCOR; of size and type as shown on the drawings for Sizes Data 100 mm (4”) wide curb; complete with [clear][white Continuous skylights (cold formed domes) are manufac- translucent][single acrylic dome][clear outer tured on a custom basis. Any length may be specified dome][clear][white translucent][inner dome] and 6063-T5 and any width up to 3.35 m (11'0”) for outside curb mill finished extruded aluminum alloy frame, and pre- dimension may be specified. arced aluminum mullions with resilient gaskets, spaced 6
www.lexcor.net LEXCOR 1-800-268-2889 Prefab Insulated Curbs Circular Dome Skylights 41mm (1-5/8”) Or as Req’d 50mm (2”) 300mm (12”) or as req’d 25mm (1”) Rigid Insulation Prepunched 12mm (1/2”) Dia. Circular Dome For natural light transmission and round skylight 89mm (3-1/2”) effect. Standard Curb Profile B + 159mm (6-1/4”) Materials - 16 GA. GALV. STEEL (other gauges avail- Double Acrylic able) Galv. Steel - 11 ga., 14 ga., 16 ga., 18 ga. Skylight Dome Aluminum - .064, .081. Optional Burglar Bars: _” dia. Steel In 4” grid pattern welded in curb where additional security Aluminum Retaining is req'd. Curbs can be ordered with wood nailers or Angle changes in dimensions other than shown on standard curb profile. 51mm (2”) Alum. IDEAL FOR SKYLIGHTS WHEN CURB HEIGHT OVER Curb filled with 9” REQ'D fibreglass insulation B Dia. For deck openings up to 2480 mm x 2980 mm 229mm (9”) (96” x 144”), curbs can be supplied pre-assembled with welded corners. Joiner plates are supplied for larger Note: sizes. Roofing by others Typical Installation of LEXCOR CURB Curb Frame Flashing Flange 76mm (3”) Curb HTS Specification Curb See Note Frame Fibre Cant & B.U.R. Roof Flange Circular Dome pre-assembled plastic skylights supplied Bolted to Deck Roof Insulation by LEXCOR, of size and type as per Model No.__________; complete with clear outer dome, [clear][white translucent] inner dome and 50 mm (2”) Deck wide x 220 mm (9”) high insulated 6063-T5 mill finished (1) Position curb frame over (2) Install roof insulation (by oth- aluminum curb. roof opening provided and ers, if required) and cant strip (by secure to deck. Check plans others). Note: Each Lexcor unit is allowing location of bolt holes in complete with 1” glass fibre board Sizes Data* curb frame and roof flange insulation secured to outside of Model B DIA (mm + ins.) D (mm + ins.) curb frame. CADD30 610 (24) 203 (8) Metal Screws CADD36 787 (31) 279 (11) CADD48 1092 (43) 330 (13) CADD60 1372 (54) 483 (19 Counter Flashing CADD72 1702 (67) 559 (22) CADD84 2007 (79) 635 (25) (3) Carry all flashing felts up cant CADD96 2311 (91) 737 (29 strip and undercurb frame flashing lange. Install counter flashing and secure to curb frame with metal * If single dome is required, delete DD portion of pre- screws. fix on Model No.s 7
ROOF HATCHES Series 100 Through 120 All Lexcor Hatches are the ultimate in economy and rugged performance. Designed to provide permanent, trouble free performance for safe access to roof. Installation is a quick simple operation. Place hatch over roof opening and fasten hatch flange to deck. THREE STANDARD SIZES FOR EASY ROOF ACCESS • Series 100 Ladder Access • Series 110 Steep Stair • Series 120 Normal Stair Sizes 2'6” x 3'0'” I.D. Sizes 2'6” x 4'6” I.D. Sizes 2'6” x 8'0” I.D. (762mm x 914mm) (762mm x 1372mm) (762mm x 2438mm) AVAILABLE WITH ACRYLIC DOMED LIDS AND EXCLUSIVE VANDAL PROOF INTEGRAL METAL GRID SERIES 130 - 140 For equipment Installation, Servicing and Removal CUSTOM SIZES SINGLE LEAF For opening up to 5'-0” (1524mm) Wide CUSTOM SIZES DOUBLE LEAF Series 130 For almost any clear opening size For further information on Hatches, Smoke and Explosion Vents see Lexcor’s Hatch Brochure.
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