Aluflam’s frames are constructed from thermally broken narrow aluminum extrusions filled with a proprietary fire blocking material.
Features and benefits include:
- Clean, sharp lines of narrow extruded aluminum framing
- Barrier to radiant heat
- Energy efficient
- Multitude of finish options
- Factory finished and fabricated completed before delivery
AF85 Series Windows
Aluflam’s fixed storefront window frames are constructed from thermally broken narrow aluminum extrusions filled with a proprietary fire blocking material.
Frame Section: 2-1/2 x 3-3/8 in
Frame weight: 4.8 lbs/ft
Pyroswiss 20 is a clear, monolithic fire-protective glass for interior applications – UL listed for up to 20 minutes fire rating. It is made of highly tempered safety glass with special edge treatment to withstand high thermal stress. Pyroswiss 20 meets CPSC 16CFR 1201-CAT II impact safety rating. Pyroswiss 20 can be combined into an IGU with a full range of insulating glass material options for exterior applications.
Contraflam 45 is a clear multi-chamber fire-protective glass for interior applications – UL listed for up to 45 minutes fire rating. It is made of tempered safety glass, sealed to be completely moisture-resistant, with internal chambers filled with an environmentally friendly, transparent and UV-stable alkaline silicate based chemical mixture. In the event of fire, these intumescent interlayers expand as opaque foam providing necessary heat insulating properties. Contraflam 45 meets CPSC 16CFR 1201-CAT II impact safety rating. Contraflam 45 can be combined into an IGU with a full range of insulating glass material options for exterior applications.
REFERENCES:
- architectural details – DWG, PDF
- 3-part specification
- installation manual
- UL approvals
- data sheet
- mullion span chart – AF85
| Product Type | 20 min Window | 45 min Window |
|---|---|---|
| Designation | AF85W20 | AF85W45 |
| Fire Rating | 20 min Protective | 45 min Protective |
| Sightline - perimeter frame | 2-7/16 in | 2-7/16 in |
| Sightline - intermediate mullion | 3-9/16 in | 3-9/16 in |
| System Depth | 3-3/8 in | 3-3/8 in |
| Frame Weight | 4.8 lbs/ft | 4.8 lbs/ft |
| Wind Load Resistance (Ixx value) - click for span chart | 2.458 | 2.458 |
| Test Standard | UL9 / NFPA 257 | UL9 / NFPA 257 |
| True Aluminum Framing | ||
| Install in interior / exterior wall | Interior / Exterior | Interior / Exterior |
| Glass Plane | Center | Center |
| Glazing Installation | Inside | Inside |
| Finishes Available | Anodize, Powder Coat, Polymer Finish | Anodize, Powder Coat, Polymer Finish |
| Max. exposed glass area (per lite) | 3,325 in2 | 3,325 in2 |
| Max. exposed glass width (per lite) | 95 in | 95 in |
| Max. exposed glass heigth (per lite) | 95 in | 95 in |
| Glazing | Pyroswiss US | Contraflam 45 |
| Glass Marking | O-NH-20 | OH-45 |
| Butt Joined Glazing | n/a | n/a |
| Glass Thickness | 1/4 in (1 for IGU) | 7/8 in (1-5/8 for IGU) |
| Glass Weight | 3.2 lbs/ft2 (6.2 for IGU) | 8 lbs/ft2 (11 for IGU) |