
More Glass Options For A Clear Advantage
Thermo-Tech Premium Windows and Doors offers four energy-saving glass performance packages to fit a variety of needs and budgets. At the heart of every Thermo-Tech glass package are warm-edge spacers. These U-shaped channels of a patented alloy, placed neatly out of sight improve energy efficiency and greatly reduce interior condensation and cloudy glass.
Basic Double-Pane Insulated Glass
The first and most affordable glass package features two panes of clear insulated glass for those who want the beauty and function of a Thermo-Tech Window, but don't require the more energy-efficient options.
Standard LoDz™ 272/Argon
Most Thermo-Tech Windows come standard with double-pane insulated LoDz™ 272/Argon glass featuring two panes of double-strength glass filled with argon gas for superior insulation. LoDz™ 272/Argon blocks enough solar heat that cooling loads can be cut by 25% or more compared to ordinary low-Ē and clear glass. The heat of the sun is composed of visible light and invisible infrared energy. LoDz™ 272/Argon allows the daylight to pass through the glass and filters out solar heat, blocking 84% of the sun's harmful ultraviolet rays. Plus the insulating value of LoDz™ is nearly double that of an ordinary non-LoĒ™ insulated glass.
High-Performance Lodz™ 366/Argon
Our double-pane, insulated Lodz™ 366/Argon heat-reflecting glass adds even more insulating power and optimal thermal performance. Lodz™ 366/Argon heat-reflecting glass delivers the ideal balance of solar control, thermal performance, high visibility and the highest levels of energy saving in a double-pane insulated glass unit. Plus, Lodz™ 366/Argon provides excellent fade protection, blocking 11% more ultra violet light than standard LoDz™ 272 glass – Blocks 95% of harmful UV rays!
Energy Guard Triple-Pane High Performance Glass
Maximum energy savings and comfort. Optimal sun protection. Superior sound proofing. Thermo-Tech's Energy Guard triple-pane insulated glass has it all for an ultimate super high-performance R-5 plus window. Energy Guard Windows incorporate three layers of double-strength glass; one standard clear pane of glass sandwiched by and two High-Performance Lodz™ 366 glass surfaces and two half-inch insulating air spaces filled with insulating argon gas. Learn more about Thermo-Tech Energy Guard Windows.
Glass Package Comparisons
| Winter Heat Loss Reduction % |
Summer Heat Gain Reduction % |
Center of Glass U-Value |
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient |
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| Clear Glass | - | - | .33 | .78 |
| LoDz™ 272 | 47% | 47% | .26 | .41 |
| Lodz™ 366 | 50% | 65% | .25 | .27 |
| Energy Guard | 68% | 69% | .13 | .14 |
U-Values: Lower U-Values means better thermal performance
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient: Smaller numbers translate to better prevention of solar heat gain
Data from Cardinal Glass Industries 2008 Residential Glass Technical Guide

