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The 10 Inch Solatube!

These Solatubes are an ideal choice for:

Kitchens
Hallways
Closets
Baths
Foyers
Basements
Features:
Exclusive patented reflector inside the dome transfers more direct sunlight as well as ambient light on cloudy days.
Small 10" diameter tube fits easily between roof rafters.
Solatubes come with your choice of a curved, prismatic diffuser or a low profile flush diffuser. Block out covers are available at an additional cost.
Two angle adapters provided with each kit. A wide array of flashings to fit any roof
A wide array of flashings to fit any roof flashings
10 year product warranty
Plus features common to all Solatubes.
10 Inch Solatube Accessories
Light Kit
Ventilation Kit
Diffusers/Dress Ring
10 Inch Solatube Application Specifications:
Lights up to 150 square feet (Approximately 10' spacing recommended between units)
Recommended installed tube length: up to 10'
Not recommended for heavily shaded roof areas.

Performance
Performance Chart

10 Inch Solatube Material Specifications:

1. Roof Dome:
Injection molded polycarbonate classified as CC1 material. Thickness shall be not less than 0.125 ". Visible light transmission shall be 92 percent or greater. Acrylic dome shall be approved in non-UL applications provided it meets characteristics of Duradome 10 (i.e. DR-101 blend).
2. Roof Flashing:
Proprietary long-lasting polypropylene, 30% mica-filled for added strength and durability. Classified as CC2 material, .125 inch thick mold tech pattern MT11365 finish. Exclusive UL listing.
Alternative Roof Flashing: .060 inch thick A93003 aluminum. Protective powder coating complements roofing materials and combats corrosion.
3. Exclusive Spectralight 2000TM Reflector and Tubing:
Fabricated from aluminum sheet meeting the requirements of ASTM B 209, alloy and temper as required by the manufacturer to suit forming operations and finish requirements, .020 inch thick.
Finish:
Exclusive reflective silver film provides 95% total reflectance and up to 92% specular reflectance. Laminated with thermoset adhesive to provide permanent bond to substrate.
Reflective Surface:
Protected by PET film for long-lasting reflectivity.
4. Ceiling Ring:
30% talc-filled polypropylene, classified as CC2 material, or high impact ABS.

5. Dress Ring:
To be 30% talc filled polypropylene or durable ABS non-corrosive material.

6. Ceiling Diffuser:
Injection-molded, acrylic plastic classified as CC2 plexiglas, .087 inch thick, with a special prismatic design or flush diffuser with frosted finish.
7. Seals: Weather Seal:
Medium-density pile weather-strip and light-density polyvinyl chloride foam seal or UV resistant EPDM rubber. Ceiling Diffuser Seal: Closed-cell polyethylene foam, 3 pounds per cubic foot, and white polyvinyl chloride seal, butt joint welded or EPDM rubber.
8. Fasteners:
Shall be same as metals being fastened or non-magnetic stainless steel or other non-corrosive metal as recommended by the manufacturer.
Approvals:
International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) #5057
SBCCI
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL listed)
City of Los Angeles (RR) /425251
Dade County (hurricane testing)
HUD Approval -- exceeds all wind zone requirements

The 14 Inch Solatube!

The 14" design is an excellant choice for:

Residential
Kitchens
Bathrooms
Living areas
Stairwells
Entryways
Walk-in closets
Home offices

Commercial
Offices with modular stations
Windowless offices
Hallways
Retail stores
Galleries
Schools

Features:
Exclusive proprietary lens featuring RayBender Technology™ that redirects low angle light down the tube for enhanced performance.
Fits between roof rafters spaced 16" on center or greater without structural modifications.
Two angle adapters provided with each kit.
Attractive, unobtrusive design.
10 year product warranty.
Plus features common to all Solatubes

14 Inch Solatube Accessories

14 Inch Solatube Application Specifications:
Lights up to 250 square feet.

Performance


14 Inch Solatube Material Specifications:

1. Roof Dome:
Injection molded polycarbonate classified as CC1 material. Thickness shall be not less than 0.125 ". Visible light transmission shall be 92 percent or greater. Acrylic dome shall be approved in non-UL applications provided it meets characteristics of Duradome 10 (i.e. DR-101 blend).

2. Roof Flashing:
4 inch high, .032 inch thick aluminized steel stamped. Alternative Roof Flashing: 6 inch high, .060 inch thick A93003 aluminum. Protective powder coating complements roofing materials and combats corrosion.

3. Dome Ring:
Durable ABS non-corrosive material.

4. Spectralight 2000TM Tubing:
Fabricated from aluminum sheet meeting the requirements of ASTM B 209, alloy and temper required by the manufacturer to suit forming operations and finish requirements, .020 inch thick.
Finish:
Exclusive reflective silver film provides 95% total reflectance and up to 92% specular reflectance. Laminated with thermoset adhesive to provide permanent bond to substrate.
Reflective Surface:
Protected by PET film for long-lasting reflectivity.

5. Ceiling Ring:
30% talc-filled polypropylene, classified as CC2 material, or high impact ABS.

6. Dress Ring:
To be 30% talc filled polypropylene or durable ABS non-corrosive material.

7. Ceiling Diffuser:
Injection-molded, acrylic plastic classified as CC2 plexiglas, .087 inch thick, flush diffuser with frosted finish.

8. Seals:
Dome, diffuser and expansion joint: UV resistant EPDM rubber.

9. Fasteners
shall be same as metals being fastened or non-magnetic stainless steel or other non-corrosive metal as recommended by the manufacturer.

Approvals:
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL listed)
City of Los Angeles (RR) /425251
Dade County (hurricane testing)

Brighter Concepts Ltd.
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Brighter Concepts Ltd.
Serving Southeastern & Southwestern Chicago Land
(located in Home Improvement Showcase's Exposition Hall)
15629 S. 71st Crt.
Orland Park, IL 60462
708-444-2424

Brighter Concepts Ltd.
Serving Southeastern Wisconsin
1706 East Capitol Drive
Shorewood, WI 53211
Phone - 414-332-9050
Fax - 414-332-2721
Toll Free - 800-763-0154


Serving Northeastern Illinois
926 East Northwest Highway
Mount Prospect, Illinois
Phone - 847-392-7777
Fax - 847-398-4877
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