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SECTION 086250 - TUBULAR DAYLIGHTING DEVICES
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Tubular daylighting devices, consisting of roof dome, reflective tube, and diffuser
assembly; configuration as indicated on the Drawings.
2. Accessories.
1.2 REFERENCES
A. ASTM B 209 - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate.
B. ASTM E 84 - Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building
Materials.
C. ASTM A 463/A 463M - Standard Specification for Steel Sheet, Aluminum Coated, by the
Hot Dip Process.
D. ASTM A 653/A 653M - Standard Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc Coated (Galvanized),
by the Hot Dip Process.
E. ASTM E 283 - Test Method for Rate of Air Leakage Through Exterior Windows, Curtain
Walls, and Doors Under Specified Pressure Differences Across the Specimen.
F. ASTM E 330 - Structural Performance of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls and Doors.
G. ASTM E 547 - Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors
and Curtain walls by Cyclic Air Pressure Difference.
H. ASTM E 1886 - Standard Test Method for Performance of Exterior Windows, Curtain
Walls, Doors, and Impact Protective Systems Impacted by Missile(s) and Exposed to Cyclic
Pressure Differentials.
I. ASTM D 635 - Test Method for Rate of Burning and/or Extent of Time of Burning of Self-
Supporting Plastics in a Horizontal Position.
J. ASTM D-1929 - Test Method for Ignition Properties of Plastics.
K. ICC AC-16 - Acceptance Criteria for Plastic Skylights.
1.3 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
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A. Completed tubular daylighting device assemblies shall be capable of meeting the following
performance requirements:
1. Air Infiltration Test: Air infiltration will not exceed 0.30 cfm/sf aperture with a
pressure delta of 1.57 psf across the tube when tested in accordance with ASTM E
283.
2. Water Resistance Test: No uncontrolled water leakage at 10.5 psf pressure differential
with water rate of 5 gallons/hour/sf when tested in accordance with ASTM E 547.
B. Uniform Load Test:
1. No breakage, permanent damage to fasteners, hardware parts, or damage to make
daylighting system inoperable or cause excessive permanent deflection of any section
when tested at a Positive Load of 150 psf (7.18 kPa) or Negative Load of 70 psf (3.35
kPa).
2. All units shall be tested with a safety factor of (3) for positive pressure and (2) for
negative pressure, acting normal to plane of roof in accordance with ASTM E 330.
C. Fire Testing:
1. When used with the Dome Edge Protection Band, all domes meet fire rating
requirements as described in the 2009 International Building Code.
2. Self-Ignition Temperature - Greater than 650 degrees F per ASTM D-1929.
3. Smoke Density - Rating no greater than 450 per ASTM Standard E 84 in way intended
for use. Classification C.
4. Rate of Burn and/or Extent - Maximum Burning Rate: 2.5 inches/min (62 mm/min)
Classification CC-2 per ASTM D 635.
5. Rate of Burn and/or Extent - Maximum Burn Extent: 1 inch (25 mm) Classification
CC-1 per ASTM D 635.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
1. Preparation instructions and recommendations.
2. Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
3. Installation methods.
B. Shop Drawings. Submit shop drawings showing layout, profiles and product components,
including anchorage, flashings and accessories.
C. Test Reports: Independent testing agency or evaluation service reports verifying compliance
with specified performance requirements.
D. LEED Submittals: Provide documentation of how the requirements of Credit will be met:
1. List of Daylight Credits available for the products specified.
2. Data on Energy Optimization Performance Credits for the products specified.
3. Data on Regional Credits which may be available for the project location. (LEED 2.1)
4. Data on Perimeter and Non-Perimeter Controllability of Systems for use of Daylight
Dimmer option with the products specified.
5. Data on potential Innovation in Design Credits which may be available for the
innovative use of the products specified.
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1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Manufacturer Qualifications: Engaged in manufacture of tubular daylighting devices for
minimum 15 years.
1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.
B. Store and dispose of solvent-based materials, and materials used with solvent-based
materials, in accordance with requirements of local authorities having jurisdiction.
1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS
A. Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits
recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products under
environmental conditions outside manufacturer's absolute limits.
1.8 WARRANTY
A. Daylighting Device: Manufacturer's standard warranty for 10 years.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Acceptable Manufacturer: Solatube International, Inc.; 2210 Oak Ridge Way, Vista, CA
92081. ASD. Tel. Toll Free: 888-765-2882. Tel: (760) 477-1120. Fax: (760) 597-4488.
Email: commsales@solatube.com. Web: www.solatube.com.
B. Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section
012500 only where a lighting layout with photometric data is supplied to demonstrate light
levels will meet original design intent.
2.2 TUBULAR DAYLIGHTING DEVICES
A. Tubular Daylighting Devices General : Transparent roof-mounted skylight dome and self-
flashing curb, reflective tube, and ceiling level diffuser assembly, transferring sunlight to
interior spaces; complying with ICC AC-16.
B. SolaMaster Series: Solatube Model 330 DS-C Penetrating Ceiling, 21 inch (530 mm)
Daylighting System:
1. Roof Dome Assembly: Transparent, UV and impact resistant dome with flashing base
supporting dome and top of tube.
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2. Glazing: Type DA, 0.143 inch (3.7 mm) minimum thickness injection molded acrylic
classified as CC2 material; UV inhibiting (100 percent UV C, 100 percent UV B and
98.5 percent UV A), impact modified acrylic blend.
3. LightTracker Reflector, made of aluminum sheet, thickness 0.015 inch (0.4 mm) with
Spectralight Infinity. Positioned in the dome to capture low angle sunlight.
4. Roof Flashing Base:
a. One Piece: One piece, seamless, leak-proof flashing functioning as base support
for dome and top of tube. Sheet steel, corrosion resistant conforming to ASTM
A 653/A 653M or ASTM A 463/A 463M or ASTM A 792/A792 M, 0.028 inch
(0.7 mm) plus or minus .006 inch (.015 mm) thick.
b. Base Style: Type F11, Self-mounted, 11 inches (279 mm) high.
5. Flashing Insulator: Type FI, Thermal isolation material for use under flashing.
6. Curb Insulator: Type CI, Thermal isolation material for use at curb base.
7. Tube Ring: Attached to top of base section; 0.090 inch (2.3 mm) nominal thickness
injection molded high impact PVC; to prevent thermal bridging between base flashing
and tubing and channel condensed moisture out of tubing.
8. Dome Seal: Adhesive backed weatherstrip 0.63 inch (16 mm) tall by 0.28 inch (7
mm).
9. Reflective Tubes: Aluminum sheet, thickness 0.018 inch (0.5 mm).
10. General:
a. Interior Finish: Spectralight Infinity high reflectance specular finish on exposed
reflective surface. Specular reflectance for visible spectrum (400 nm to 760 nm)
greater than 99 percent. Total solar spectrum reflectance (400 nm to 2500 nm)
less than 80.2 percent.
b. Color: a* and b* (defined by CIE L*a*b* color model) shall not exceed plus 2
or be less than minus 2 as determined in accordance to ASTM E 308.
11. Top Tube Angle Adapter and Bottom Tube Angle Adapter Kit, Type AK:
a. Reflective 45 degree adjustable top and bottom angle adapters (one each), 16
inches (406 mm) long
12. Extension Tube:
a. Reflective extension tube, Type EXX, Notched for Open Ceiling diffuser
attachment, 24 inches (610 mm) or 48 inches (1220 mm) long.
13. Reflective 90 degree Adjustable tube:
a. Extension Tube Angle Adapter: Provide manufacturer's standard adapters for
applications requiring:
1) Type A1 one 0 to 90 degree extension tube angle adapter.
2) Type A2 two 0 to 90 degree extension tube angle adapters.
14. Diffuser Assemblies for Tubes Penetrating Ceilings: Solatube Model 330 DS-C.
Ceiling mounted box transitioning from round tube to square ceiling assembly,
supporting light transmitting surface at bottom termination of tube 23.8 inches by 23.8
inches (605 mm by 605 mm) square frame to fit standard suspended ceiling grids or
hard ceilings.
a. Round to square transition box made of opaque polymeric material, classified
as CC2, Class C, 0.110 inch (2.8 mm) thick.
b. Lens: Type L1 OptiView Fresnel lens design to maximize light output and
diffusion with extruded aluminum frame and EPDM foam seal to minimize
condensation and bug, dirt and air infiltration per ASTM E 283. Visible Light
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Transmission shall be greater than 90 percent at 0.022 inch (0.6 mm) thick.
Classified as CC2.
c. Supplemental Natural Effect Lens made of acrylic, classified as CC2, Class C,
0.060 inch (1.5 mm) thick, with open cell foam seal to minimize condensation
and bug, dirt and air infiltration per ASTM E 283.
C. Accessories:
1. Security Bars: Type B Security Bars 0.375 inch (95 mm) stainless steel bar across
flashing diameter opening.
2. Security Kit: Type SK Dome Security Kit, rivets with nylon spacers to replace dome
screws.
3. Wire Suspension Kit: Type E, Use the wire suspension kit when additional bracing to
the structure is required.
4. Local Dimmer Control: Provided with dimmer switch and cable.
5. Daylight Dimmer: Type D Electro-mechanically actuated daylight valve; for universal
input voltages ranging between 90 and 277 V at 50 or 60 Hz; Maximum current draw
of 50 ma per unit; controlled by low voltage, series Type T02: circuited, 4 conductor,
22 gauge cable; providing daylight output between 2 and 100 percent.
a. Switch: Type SW, Manufacturer-specific low voltage DC DP/DT switch
(white) required to operate Daylight Dimmer. Note: A maximum of 10 units
can be connected to one switch.
b. Cable: Type CA, Two conductor, 22 gauge, low voltage cable (500 ft.) for
multiple unit DC connection.
c. Daylight Dimmer feature is to be provided only at Conference Room No. 210.
2.3 ACCESSORIES
A. Fasteners: Same material as metals being fastened, non-magnetic steel, non-corrosive metal
of type recommended by manufacturer, or injection molded nylon.
B. Suspension Wire: Steel, annealed, galvanized finish, size and type for application and ceiling
system requirement.
C. Sealant: Polyurethane or copolymer based elastomeric sealant as provided or recommended
by manufacturer.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.
B. If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of
unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
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3.2 PREPARATION
A. Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.
B. Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best
result for the substrate under the project conditions.
3.3 INSTALLATION
A. Install in accordance with manufacturer's printed instructions.
B. After installation of first unit, field test to determine adequacy of installation. Conduct water
test in presence of Owner, Architect, or Contractor, or their designated representative.
Correct if needed before proceeding with installation of subsequent units.
3.4 PROTECTION
A. Protect installed products until completion of project.
B. Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.
END OF SECTION 086250