MATERIAL DATA SHEET

Solar control glass, reflective coating (6mm, 8mm, 10mm as single pane or in IGU)

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ATLAS CODE
MIN-GLA-PRO-009
Solar control glass, reflective coating (6mm, 8mm, 10mm as single pane or in IGU)
Category mineral
Material Family Glass
Regulatory Status Non-combustible
Density
2500 kg/m³
Carbon (A1-A5)
25.75 kgCO₂e
Fire Class
Non-combustible
Lifespan
25 yrs
Description

Solar control glass with reflective coating is manufactured by applying thin layers of metal oxides (typically silver, titanium, or chromium based) to float glass during or after production. The coating selectively filters solar radiation, blocking infrared and UV whilst allowing controlled visible light transmission. Available in online (hard coat) pyrolytic or offline (soft coat) magnetron sputtered variants, with performance varying by coating type, number of silver layers, and glass configuration.

Primary Sectors
[Commercial][Residential][Transport & Infrastructure][Healthcare]
Typical Uses
  • Commercial curtain wall systems
  • High-rise residential facades
  • Retail shopfronts requiring solar control
  • Airport terminals and transport hubs
  • Educational facility glazing
  • Healthcare facility windows
  • Skylights and overhead glazing
  • Spandrel panels in unitised systems
  • Double skin facade systems
  • Bushfire-prone area glazing (BAL-12.5 to BAL-40)
Recycled Content 20
Renewable Content 0
Recyclability 100
Embodied Carbon 25.75 kgCO₂e
Embodied Energy 155 MJ/kg
EPD Available Yes
Advantages
Reduces cooling energy consumption by 20-40%Blocks up to 99% of harmful UV radiationMaintains natural daylighting (VLT 2-75% selectable)Reduces glare and visual discomfortAvailable in multiple aesthetic colours and finishesCompatible with laminating and tempering processesContributes to Green Star and NABERS ratingsProven 20-30 year service life in Australian conditionsCan achieve acoustic ratings up to STC 40 in IGU configurationNon-combustible with AS 1530.1 compliance
Cautions
Higher initial cost ($200-600/m² for electrochromic variants)Potential for thermal stress breakage if not heat-treatedSoft coat variants require edge deletion for IGU assemblyCan interfere with mobile signals (metallic coatings)Requires professional installation and glazing expertiseLimited Australian manufacturing (primarily imported)Colour consistency challenges in large facadesReduced performance if coating damagedHigher embodied carbon than clear glass (10.3-11.6 kg CO₂/m²)Warranty typically limited to 10 years for coating performance
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TECHNICAL DATA: PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES MIN-GLA-PRO-009
Density (Dry) 2500 kg/m³
Specific Gravity 2.5
Porosity 0 %
Water Absorption 0 %
Hardness 6.5
Surface Roughness 1 μm
UV Resistance 99
Chemical Resistance Excellent
pH Tolerance 3-11
Compressive Strength 1000 MPa
Tensile Strength 40 MPa
Flexural Strength 45 MPa
Shear Strength 20 MPa
Elastic Modulus 70000 GPa
Impact Resistance AS 1288 compliant J/m
Bearing Capacity 1000 kN/m²
Poisson's Ratio 0.22
Creep Resistance Excellent
Abrasion Resistance Moderate
Thermal Conductivity 1.05 W/mK
Thermal Resistance 0.008 m²K/W
Specific Heat Capacity 840 J/kgK
Thermal Expansion 0.000009 μm/m·K
Melting Point 1700 °C
Sound Transmission Class (STC) 31
Noise Reduction Coeff. (NRC) 0.18
Optical
Light Transmittance 50 %
Light Reflectance (LRV) 20 %
Solar Reflectance (SRI) 60

Solar control coatings emerged in the 1960s with simple tinted glass, evolving to metallic reflective coatings in the 1970s. Pyrolytic online coating processes developed in the 1980s provided durable hard coats. The 1990s saw magnetron sputtered soft coats with superior selectivity. Modern triple-silver coatings (2010s) achieve exceptional performance with SHGC below 0.25 whilst maintaining 60% visible light transmission. Australian adoption accelerated post-2000 with Green Star ratings driving specification in commercial projects.

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SAFETY, ECOLOGY & INSTALLATION MIN-GLA-PRO-009
Flame Spread Index 0
Smoke Developed Index 0
Combustibility Class Non-combustible
Fire Resistance Rating Non-rated hours
Heat Release Rate 0 kW/m²
Toxicity of Combustion None
Embodied Carbon (A1-A3) 25.75 kgCO₂e/kg
Embodied Energy 155 MJ/kg
Water Footprint 12 L/kg
EPD Available Yes
Recycled Content 20%
Renewable Content 0%
LEED Points 2
Circular Economy Score 8 /100
VOC Emissions 0 g/L
Skill Level Licensed glazier
Crew Size 2
Installation Time 0.5 hr/m²
Curing Time 24 hours
Setting Time 0.5 min
Temperature Range 5-35 °C
Humidity Range 20-85 %
Required Tools
Glass suction cupsGlazing shovelSetting blocksSilicone gunsSpirit levelsLaser measure
Certifications Required
White CardWorking at HeightsGlass and Glazing Certificate III
Weather Limitations
Wind speed <40km/hNo installation in electrical stormsTemperature 5-35°C
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COMMERCIAL, LOGISTICS & REGULATORY MIN-GLA-PRO-009
Material Cost 100-250
Installation Cost 80-150
Annual Maintenance 5
Lifecycle Cost (50yr) 350
Market Availability Good
Lead Time 2-6 weeks weeks
Design Life 25 years
Warranty Period 10 years
Maintenance Interval 6 months
Service Temp Range -40 to 80 °C
Freeze/Thaw Resistance Excellent
Dimensional Stability Excellent
Certifications Held
AS 2047:2014 - Windows complianceAS 1288:2021 - Glass selection and installationAS 4666 - Insulating glass unitsEPD to ISO 14025 (Guardian, AGC)Green Star compliantNABERS embodied carbon eligibleNo hazardous emissionsREACH compliant (imports)RoHS compliant
Fire Code Compliance
AS 1530.1 - Non-combustibleAS 3959:2018 - BAL-12.5 to BAL-40 compliance
Standards Compliance
NCC Section J1.5 - GlazingNCC Section B1 - StructureBCA Deemed-to-Satisfy via AS 2047ASTM E2141 - Electrochromic durabilityASTM E1980 - Solar Reflectance IndexASTM C1048 - Heat-treated glassISO 9050 - Light and solar transmittanceISO 10292 - Solar heat gain calculationISO 14025 - Environmental declarationsEN 1096 - Coated glassEN 410 - Luminous and solar characteristicsEN 673 - Thermal transmittance

DISCLAIMER: This specification document is generated from the CLAD Materials Atlas Database. Information is for general guidance only and does not constitute professional engineering advice. Values are typical and may vary by batch, manufacturer, and production run. Verify suitability for specific project applications independently.

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