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Three layer insulating glass units with two low-e coatings and an effective gas fill are known to be highly insulating, with center-of-glass U-factors as low as 0.57 W/m2-K (0.10 Btu/h-ft2-°F). Such units have historically been built with center layers of glass or plastic which extend all the way through the spacer system.

This paper shows that triple glazing systems with nonstructural center layers which do not create a hermetic seal at the edge have the potential to be as thermally efficient as standard designs, while potentially removing some of the production and product integration issues that have discouraged the use of triples.

Units: Dual

 

Citation: ASHRAE Transactions, vol. 114, pt. 2, Salt Lake City 2008

Product Details

Published:
2008
Number of Pages:
11
File Size:
1 file , 2.4 MB
Product Code(s):
D-SL-08-019