Structural Performance

NFRC Window Ratings for Vector Windows

All Vector Windows products receive NFRC window ratings, marking them tested and certified for thermal performance by the National Fenestration Rating Council. Quality and performance are assured through testing and plant inspections by the NFRC. 

All provided window water resistance rating, air infiltration rating, and structural strength rating data is in accordance with the all American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) guidelines set forth in NFRC-100 and AAMA ⁄ NWWDA 101 I.S. 2-97, “Voluntary Specifications for Aluminum, Vinyl and Wood Windows & Glass Doors.” All Vector Windows products meet or exceed the published results shown below. 

Due to continued ongoing product testing, the information provided can be changed by Vector at any time without notification. The current displayed data supersedes any data previously published by Vector on this page or any other.

Product

Size Tested (Inches)

Air Infiltration

Structural Performance

Water Resistance

Advantage Gliders

72" x 60"

.12 cfm/ft²

HS-R20

5.43 PSF

Full View Sliding Patio Doors

96" x 80"

.10 cfm/ft²

R-PG20

5.43 PSF

Advantage Picture Windows

60" x 60"

<.01 cfm/ft²

LC-PG30

6.00 PSF

Advantage Single-Hung

48" x 78"

.14 cfm/ft²

H-LC30

6.90 PSF

Envision Casement Window

36" x 75"

.02 cfm/ft²

R-PG50

11.28 PSF

Envision Awning Window

48" x 32"

.02 cfm/ft²

LC-PG55

12.11 PSF

Envision Casement Fixed Window

72" x 75"

<.01 cfm/ft²

CW-PG50

12.11 PSF

Envision Single-Hung Window

48" x 75"

.04 cfm/ft²

LC-PG45

7.52 PSF

Envision Double-Hung Window

48" x 75"

.05 cfm/ft²

LC-PG30

8.35 PSF

Envision Single Glider Window

72" x 60"

.11 cfm/ft²

LC-PG40

6.06 PSF

Envision End Vent Glider (1/4-1/2-1/4)

108" x 60"

.11 cfm/ft²

LC-PG35

5.43 PSF

Envision End Vent Glider (1/3-1/3-1/3)

108" x 60"

.11 cfm/ft²

LC-PG35

5.43 PSF

Envision Double Glider Window

72" x 60"

.07 cfm/ft²

LC-PG25

9.19 PSF

Envision Picture Window

72" x 75"

.01 cfm/ft²

CW-PG35

12.11 PSF

 

 

*Additional reinforcement needed to obtain rating. Additional charges may apply.AirInfiltration: ASTM E283-91 cubic feet per minute of air leakage per square footage of window or door.
Water Resistance: ASTM E547-96 no water leakage over the sill at the pressure shown; with four cycles of water, five minutes in duration.
Structural Performance: ASTM E330 pressure shown applied positive and negative to unit and held for 10 seconds, with no damage allowed.
Forced Entry Resistance: CMBSO ⁄ CAWM 301-90 for windows, CMBSO ⁄ CAWM 300-98 for patio doors.