Vinyl Patio Door Specification & Details

Our patented vinyl patio door sliding system features four adjustable 1" wheels per operating panel to ensure smooth, easy and quiet operation.

These vinyl patio doors features galvanized steel reinforced panels that ensure rigidity and stable operation.

 

The vent lock adds peace of mind when you want to leave your vinyl patio door open for ventilation yet keep would-be intruders out.

Vinyl Patio Door Standard Features

  • 1" Insulated Glass
  • 5 3/8" Jamb Depth on Doors
  • 4 9/16" Jamb Depth on Sidelites and Transoms
  • Extruded Interlocks with Dual Barrier Fin Weatherstripping
  • PVC Sill with Exclusive High-Performance Patented Water Draining System
  • Reinforced Welded Sashes
  • Adjustable Tandem Nylon Steel Rollers
  • Heavy-Duty Non-Racking Extruded Screen
  • 9Sliding Screen with Adjustable Top and Bottom Steel Rollers
  • Mortised Locking Handle
  • AAMA A440-05-R-55

Vinyl Patio Door Structural Testing

Doors have been tested and certified to NFRC (National Fenestration Rating Council) 100 and NFRC 200 guidelines.

 
Air Leakage Resistance Test  
 Test Performed
 ASTM E283-04
 Result
 .104fm/ft2 @ 0.3 psf                                       
 
Water Resistance Test  
 Test Performed
 ASTM E547-00
 Result
 No water infiltration under a pressure differential of 400 Pa. (8.25 psf) with and without screen.
 
Uniform Load Deflection Test  
 Test Performed
 ASTM-E330-02
 Result
 Net deflection measured on the frame: 1.2" @ -55 psf 1.1" @ +55 psf
 
Uniform Load Structural Test  
 Test Performed
 ASTM -E330-02
 Result
 Permanent deformation measured on the frame: .05" @ 82.5 psf .07" @ 82.5 psf Allowed ≤ .31"
 
Operating Force Test  
 Test Performed
 Measured to initiate = 25.4 lbs. Measured to maintain = 11.4 lbs.
 Result
 Passed
 
Deglazing Test  
 Test
 Performed
 Allowed: .67"/90% Measured: 0.030"/4% @ stiles Measured: 0.017"/2% @ rails
 Result
 Passed
 
Welded Corner Test  
 Test Performed
 The break does not extend along the entire weld line for the sashes.
 Result
 Passed
 
Forced Entry Resistance Test  
 Test Performed
 Grade 30 Using 2 point mortise lock
 Result
 Passed
 
Design Pressure  
 Result
 SD-R55 1800 x 2080 (71 x 82)
 
Overall Rating  AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-05

Configurations

Available in 2, 3 or 4-panel configurations and standard sizes.