Wasco Products, Inc.
22 Pioneer Avenue
P.O. Box 351
Sanford, ME 04073
Tel: 1-800-388-0293
Fax: 207-490-5270
Web site: http://www.wascoproducts.com


E-Class Skylights: READY TO GO... RIGHT OUT OF THE BOX!

Our energy-efficient E-ClassT SkyWindow® skylights are designed to deliver more light per rough opening.and install in less time than any of the leading brands. Choose either Venting or Fixed styles, in standard and custom sizes. View E-Class features and benefits for residential builders and contractors.

Engineered for Easy Installation - Our one-piece curb-frame/flashing design installs far more quickly and easily than skylights requiring step flashing or mastic.

More Daylight for Less Cost - Our E-Class SkyWindow® skylights sit on the deck, giving you a larger glass area per rough opening compared to competitors' skylights.

New Motorized Venting Model (EVM) - With long-range radio frequency controlled remote, Thermostatic control options, larger vent openings and faster cycle times.

10-Year Warranty -Wasco SkyWindow® skylights' superior design, workmanship, and weathertight performance are backed by a non-prorated, 10-year limited warranty covering materials, insulated glass and workmanship. Ask for details.

Find out more about styles and custom sizes of our energy-efficient E-Class skylights for residential applications.

Glazing Options

Standard glazings for Wasco® E-Class skylights include:

  • Tempered Clear Insulated Glass
  • High Performance Low E
  • High Performance Low E Laminated
NEW -- Hurricane-Resistant Low-E Insulating Glass

Wasco® E-Class skylights are available with high performance hurricane-resistant laminated glass, providing superior safety and security that meets Dade County, IBC/IRC and other stringent state building codes for skylights installed in Wind Zone 3 coastal applications. Get detailed information about hurricane resistant windows.

Wasco® E-Class Glazing Performance Data

Glazing Options
% Transmittance
% Reflectance
Winter
Summer
Visible
Solar
Visible
Solar
U-value
U-value
Shading
Relative Heat Gain
Total
Total
Ext.
Int.
Ext.
Night
Daytime
Coeff.
SHGC
Clear
82
71
15
15
13
0.49
0.55
0.89
0.77
186
Performance
Plus 2
70
38
16
19
39
0.24
0.23
0.55
0.47
113
Performance
Plus 2
Laminated
68
35
17
18
39
0.26
0.29
0.54
0.46
112
Performance
Plus 2X
59
27
21
21
37
0.23
0.21
0.39
0.34
81
Performance
Plus 2X
Laminated
58
26
20
21
43
0.25
0.27
0.40
0.34
84


Glazing Options
UV Blockage
Clear
43.6%
Performance Plus 2
78.0%
Performance Plus 2 Laminated
99.8%
Performance Plus 2X
88.9%
Performance Plus 2X Laminated
99.9%


E-Class® Thermal Performance*

Model/Glazing
EF
EV/EVM
GS
GSV
Clear IG
0.57
0.62
0.53
0.61
Performance Plus 2
0.34
0.41
0.32
0.38
Performance Plus 2
Laminated
0.34
0.35
0.30
0.38
Performance Plus 2X
0.33
0.35
0.30
0.37
Performance Plus 2X
Laminated
NA NA NA NA

* Thermal performance factors per NFRC 100-97



Explanation Of Terms

Visible Light: radiant energy from 380nm - 780nm wavelengths
% Transmittance: percentage of visible light directly transmitted through glass
% Reflectance Int.: percentage of visible light directly reflected indoors from glass
% Reflectance Ext.: percentage of visible light directly reflected outdoors from glass
Solar Energy: the sun's radiant energy, ranging from 300nm - 4000nm wavelengths
% Transmittance: percentage of solar energy directly transmitted through glass
% Reflectance Ext.: percentage of solar energy directly reflected outdoors from glass
U-Value: air-to-air thermal conductance of glass and associated air/gas layers; units are Btu/hr.ft2 deg F

Shading Coeff.: fraction of solar heat, direct plus indirect transferred indoors through glass (for reference, 1/8" clear glass has a Shading Coeff. of 1.00)

SHGC (Solar Heat Gain Coefficient): fraction of solar energy transferred indoors both directly (radiation) and indirectly (convection/absorption/re-radiation) through the glass (for reference, 1/8" clear glass has a SHGC of 0.86)

Relative Heat Gain: total net gain to indoor heat due to both air-to-air thermal conductance and solar heat gain; units are Btu/hr.ft2

Skylight Color Finishing - Finish Options

Standard finish for all E-Class® and Curb-Mount Skylights is bronze enamel. Ten baked enamel designer colors are available for all Architectural Series models, and as optional finishes for E-Class and G-Series models. Colors are shown below, approximated by computer display colors. Copper cladding is available on some units.


Residential Skylight Options and Accessories

SkyBlinds™ - Wasco’s Remote Skylight Shades
Save on heating and cooling costs with these economical pleated polyester fabric tension skylight shades. Easy to install at any angle, even upside-down. SkyBlinds are operated by telescopic pole or can be motorized (battery operated) with remote control. Designed to absorb sound and cut harmful UV rays by over 90%, they are available in 3 different fabrics: Light Filtering (15% light stopped), Privacy (78% light stopped) and Room Darkening (99% light stopped). View approximate fabric colors for skylight shades online. To order a Skyblinds Swatch Sheet, call 800-388-0293 or order SkyBlinds™ skylight shades online

Venting and SkyBlind Motorization Kit
Individual power units control SkyBlind or venting skylight operation: opening, adjusting, closing or locking at the touch of a button (choice of wall switch or hand-held remote). Rain Sensor automatically closes skylight at the first sign of moisture. New digital electronics and built-in power conversion enable automation and integration with security or home automation systems.



Remote Control – Remote Skylight Venting for Energy Savings
For use with Motorization Kit, RF hand-held remote can control an infinite number of venting skylights and SkyBlinds. Nine zones or "unit codes" are available to allow units to be controlled in groups and organized to your needs. Built in thermostat allows skylights and SkyBlinds to open and close together, coordinating a comfortable interior temperature. Takes advantage of true "chimney effect" cooling to reduce energy demands. “Rolling Code” technology proven in garage door openers is built into every remote to provide high security and peace of mind.


Vent Pole with Adapter
Convenient, lightweight, adjustable telescopic pole (extends 6' 2" to 10' 2"). Venting unit adapter available separately.



Skyshade Pole
Telescoping poles available in two lengths (4' to 6' and 6' 3" to 10' 5").