VELUX Heritage conservation

roof window, GCL

Glazing 01

The VELUX Heritage conservation roof window is designed to be in keeping with historic façade aesthetics. Slim and elegant
and sitting flush to the tiles, it blends beautifully into historic roofs.

• Authentic top-hung design in keeping with heritage aesthetics

• Slimmer black exterior profile for a perfect fit
• Seamless and stunning glass-to-edge fit
• Near flush installation blends into the roofing material, in keeping with the building's original character
• Central glazing bar that fulfils the design requirement for period authenticity
VRW Roof windows en-GB - Approved

• Double glazing with glass-to-edge technology that comes with premium features, including safety lamination, toughened
outer glass, UV filter, easy-to-clean coating and unique rain noise reduction
• The traditional roof window winding handle mechanism combines a simple operating method with a timeless heritage
design
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PEFC/09-31-020

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Application guidance operation method
The window can be installed in roof pitches between 20° and 65° to the horizontal.

The Heritage conservation roof window GCL is a top-hung window that is operated with a hand-
winder fixed to the bottom frame. The window can be opened to a maximum of approx. 150 mm.
The black profiles, central glazing bar and flashing beautifully match historical buildings.

Available sizes and daylight area

550 660 780 942 1140

GCL
CC04
978

(0.33)

GCL GCL GCL

CC06 FC06 MC06
1178

(0.42) (0.53) (0.65)

GCL GCL GCL GCL

FC08 MC08 PC08 SC08
1398

(0.64) (0.79) (0.99) (1.23)

GCL
SC10
1600

(1.43)

All measurements are in mm. ( ) = Effective daylight area, m2

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Cross section dimensions
157
105

37

65
12.5

Sh Lh Eh

105
105

12.5 12.5

37 37
116
12.5

27

105

Sw

Lw

Ew

Width CC-- FC-- MC-- PC-- SC--

Sw Sash aperture width 419 529 649 811 1009
Lw Distance between lining grooves, width 475 585 705 867 1065
Ew External frame width 550 660 780 942 1140
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Height --04 --06 --08 --10

Sh Sash aperture height 797 997 1217 1419
Lh Distance between lining grooves, height 913 1113 1333 1535
Eh External frame height 978 1178 1398 1600

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Glazing features

Glazing 01

Heat insulation Ug = 1.1 W/

The low energy glazing unit reduces heat loss through the window and enhanced indoor comfort. (m2K)

Solar gain
In colder climates and in rooms with large window areas, solar gain provides a better indoor climate 0.56
during winter periods.

Solar protection
In warm climates and in rooms with large window areas, a sun protective glazing unit provides a ★★☆☆
better indoor climate during summer periods.

Security
★★☆☆
Thicker laminated inner glass increases resistance to manual attack (burglary).

Safety lamination
√
Prevents glass from falling into the room in case of accidental breakage.

Toughened glass
Adds strength to the outer glass surface to protect from wayward balls and extreme weather such √
as heavy storms and hail.

UV filter
UV √
Protects your interior furnishings from fading due to the sun’s harmful UV rays.

Rain noise reduction

Rain noise reduction creates a barrier between the window and the weather outside for undisturbed √
moments during rainy days – or nights.

Easy-to-clean
√
Dirt-repellent coating lets you spend less time cleaning and more time enjoying the view.

Anti-dew
The anti-dew coating significantly reduces the days with dew on the outer glass and thus gives you a
clear view.

Glazing structure

Glazing unit Variant composition

Double-glazed 6.8 mm laminated float glass - 16 mm Argon - 4 mm toughened glass with enamel
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Technical values for the window

Overview of technical values for the product, covering among other, CE marking in accordance with EN 14351-2.

Window characteristics Performance

Thermal transmittance 1.3 W/(m2K)
Light transmittance 0.75
Total solar energy transmittance 0.56
Sound insulation 35(-1;-3)
Air permeability 4
External fire performance - British NPD
External fire performance - European Broof(t4)
Impact resistance 3
Load-bearing capacity of safety devices N/A
Reaction to fire C-s1, d2
Resistance to snow load See glazing composition
Resistance to wind load C3
Water tightness E900
NPD: No performance determined

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Visible features

Glass-to-edge technology
This roof window is precisely crafted with glass-to-edge technology for a
seamless and stunning fit.The glass-to-edge technology allows water to run
off the window easily.

Glazing bar
The vertical glazing bar delivers a classic, traditional look to the conservation
window.

Hand-winder
The window is delivered with a hand-winder that is fixed to the bottom
frame. When the handle is turned, the winder pushes out the window sash
approx. 150 mm.

Blind bracket, manual

Easily install blinds on the window without the need for extra tools. Simply
click on the blind in the pre-fitted brackets.

Gasket
Forming the air and sound seal between the frame and sash.

Data plate
Every VELUX roof window has a unique data plate with information that
can be used to look up CE marking documentation, when purchasing
accessories or in case of service or replacement.
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Interior finish

Material White-painted
Description Finished with triple coat, white painted.
Colour code NCS, inner surface S 0500-N
Colour code nearest RAL, inner surface 9003

Exterior covers

Material Aluminium, black

Description Black
Colour code NCS, outer surface S 9000-N
Colour code nearest RAL, outer surface 9005

Cleaning and maintenance

The window can be cleaned inside with VELUX repair and maintenance kits are
ordinary household cleaners. Cleaning available.
of exterior glass must be done from the
outside, but to reduce the frequency
for exterior cleaning of the glass it
comes with an easy-to-clean coating.

Guarantee period

The full terms and conditions of the VELUX Product Guarantee are available on our website
www. velux.co.uk or www.velux.ie
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Flashings and installation products

Flashings
The Heritage conservation roof window is constructed with a
built-in insulation collar in the window frame. Install the VELUX
Heritage conservation roof window by using a genuine VELUX
flashing solution into slates and plain tiles. Our EDU 1500 flashing
is designed specifically for the exact size and shape of the
Heritage conservation roof window and includes underfelt collar
BFX to create a perfect weathertight fit. The flashing is made by
use of aluminum only.

Blinds, awnings and shutters

VELUX Heritage conservation roof window is compatible with translucent and blackout energy interior pleated blinds for
ultimate light control. Please contact your local VELUX sales company for more details.

Further information

We reserve the right to make technical changes.

For more information on our products, please visit https://www.velux.co.uk or https://www.velux.ie.

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