GPU Electrically Operated Top-Hung Roof Window
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Electrically operated top-hung white polyurethane roof window. Suitable for roof pitches from 15–65°
Application
For roof pitches from 15–65°.
Description
Features and benefits:
- Maintenance free polyurethane moulding with white finish on timber core.
- Fully integrated, pre-installed motor.
- Gives a panoramic view and the feeling of space.
- Simple, convenient wall switch to operate the windows.
- Rain sensor closes window automatically in the event of rain.
Glazing:
- Code 6621U:
- Thermal performance (U-value): 1.0 W/m²K.
- Sound insulation (Rw): 37 dB.
- Light transmittance (Tv): 0.71.
- Total solar energy transmittance (g): 0.52.
- Code 7021U:
- Thermal performance (U-value): 1.3 W/m²K.
- Sound insulation (Rw): 35 dB.
- Light transmittance (Tv): 0.68.
- Total solar energy transmittance (g): 0.46.
Energy efficiency installation collars:
- Insulation collar – Code BDX: Optimizes the insulation around the roof window frame by reducing heat loss and eliminating cold bridges. BDX 2000 variant Includes underfelt collar BFX.
- Underfelt collar – Code BFX: Ensures a weathertight seal between the roof window and the roof.
- Vapour barrier collar – Code BBX: Provides vapour control and air permeability seal.
Flashing:
Flashings are available in materials and finishes to match roof window cladding.
- Code EDJ: For recessed installation into flat and profiled roofing materials up to 90 mm thick, including profiled sheeting and interlocking slates. (Requires ZWP Profile Set, contact VELUX for details).
- Code EDL: For standard installation into slate and flat roofing materials up to 8 mm thick. Not suitable for interlocking slate.
- Code EDN: For recessed installation into slate and flat roofing materials up to 8 mm thick. Not suitable for interlocking slate (Requires ZWP Profile Set, contact VELUX for details).
- Code EDP: For standard installation into plain tiles up to 14 mm thick.
- Code EDW: For standard installation into flat and profiled roofing materials up to 120 mm thick, including profiled sheeting and interlocking slates.
General information
Color | White Grey |
Finish | Lacquered |
Material | Timber Guidance for specification option: Timber core. Polyurethane Guidance for specification option: Polyurethane coated frames. Aluminium Guidance for specification option: Aluminium cladding. Color NCS 7500-N. Glass |
Width | 660 mm 780 mm 942 mm 1140 mm |
Height | 1178 mm 1398 mm |
Warranty description | Ten year Guidance for specification option: For window and pane Three year Guidance for specification option: For electrical items. |
Uniclass | |
CAWS | L10/480 Roof windows |
Product range |
Specification data - Rigid polyurethane frame roof window units
Product performance | |
Whole window U-value | 1.0–1.3 W/m²K.Guidance for specification option: Depending on product option. |
Glazing or infill | |
Composition | Argon filled cavity. |
Operation | |
Type | Electrically operated via a wall switch whilst a rain sensor ensures the window will close automatically in the case of rain. Can be manually operated in centre pivot to allow for cleaning of the outer pane. |
Electrical supply | Equipped with two motors which open the window to 45°. |
Accessories | None.Battery Back Up.Guidance for specification option: Code KLB 100 VELUX ACTIVE with NETATMO.Guidance for specification option: Code KIX 300 - Smart sensor based operation and smartphone control. |
Execution | Fixing of plastics frames. |
Internal frame and sash | White polyurethane lacquer. Guidance for specification option: Code 0 |
External cladding | Grey aluminium; colour reference NCS S-7500-N. Guidance for specification option: Code 0 |
Roof pitch | Guidance for specification option: Insert requirements. |
Window code | GPU FK06. Guidance for specification option: Standard size 660 mm wide x 1178 mm high, effective daylight area 0.47 m². GPU FK08. Guidance for specification option: Standard size 660 mm wide x 1398 mm high, effective daylight area 0.58 m². GPU MK06. Guidance for specification option: Standard size 780 mm wide x 1178 mm high, effective daylight area 0.59 m². GPU MK08. Guidance for specification option: Standard size 780 mm wide x 1398 mm high, effective daylight area 0.72 m². GPU PK06. Guidance for specification option: Standard size 942 mm wide x 1178 mm high, effective daylight area 0.75 m². |
Glazing | 6621U. Guidance for specification option: 6.8 mm laminated inner pane with low-e coating; 12 mm Krypton filled cavity; 3 mm heat strengthened mid pane with low-e coating; 12 mm Krypton filled cavity; 4 mm toughened outer pane with easy to clean and anti-dew coatings. 7021U. Guidance for specification option: 6.8 mm laminated inner pane with low-e coating; 15 mm Argon filled cavity; 4 mm toughened outer pane. |
Type | Not required. Blackout blind – Code DSL. External awning blind – Code MSL (requires ZOZ 229 Installation .Kit) External shutter – Code SMH. Light dimming energy blind – Code FSC. |
Colour | Not applicable. As schedule. Guidance for specification option: Insert requirement, refer to VELUX Blinds and Shutters brochure for available colours and patterns. |
Energy efficiency installation collars | Insulation Collar -. Guidance for specification option: Code BDX 2000 – Not compatible with EDN and EDJ flashings. Includes BFX. Insulation Collar –. Guidance for specification option: Compatible with EDN and EDJ flashings only. Includes BFX. Underfelt Collar – Code BFX 1000. Vapour Barrier Collar – Code BBX 0000. |
Flashing | EDJ. Guidance for specification option: For recessed installation in tiles up to 90 mm in profile; roof pitch 20–90°. EDL. Guidance for specification option: For standard installation in slate up to 8 mm thick; roof pitch 15–90°. EDN. Guidance for specification option: For recessed installation in slate up to 8 mm thick; roof pitch 20–90°. EDP. Guidance for specification option: For standard installation in plain tiles up to 14 mm thick; roof pitch 25–90°. EDW. Guidance for specification option: For standard installation in tiles up to 120 mm in profile; roof pitch 15–90°. Also for interlocking slate, thatch and profile sheeting. |
Sustainability data
Contains Red List materials | Yes |
Country of material origin | Europe |
Country of product manufacture | Europe |
Material | Timber Guidance for specification option: Timber core. Polyurethane Guidance for specification option: Polyurethane coated frames. Aluminium Guidance for specification option: Aluminium cladding. Color NCS 7500-N. Glass |
Embodied carbonA1-A3 (production stage) as defined in BS EN 15804 | 2.7 kg CO₂ eq/unit |
Recyclability | Yes |
Recycled contentAs defined in clause 7.8 of BS EN ISO 14021 | 12 % |
Expected Life | 30 year |
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| Platform | Compatible | Version |
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