Customising Options
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Handle Options
Altair® Louvre Handles to suit your situation.
For technical details please visit the Technical page.
Standard Handle
Designed to fit the contours of the human hand for easy use.
Low Profile Handle
Designed for installation within some bi-fold and sliding doors.
Ring Handle
For louvres out-of-reach and operated by a map rod. Scroll down to view map rod details.
Standard Handle
Designed to fit the contours of the human hand for easy use.
Low Profile Handle
Designed for installation within some bi-fold and sliding doors.
Ring Handle
For louvres out-of-reach and operated by a map rod. Scroll down to view map rod details.
Handle 3D Models
Standard Handle
Low Profile Handle
Ring Handle
Map Rod
- 2m, 3m and 4m set lengths
- 1.8m – 3.6m telescopic length
The vertical position of handles may also cause occasional issues with access or operation. The handle position can often be changed by special request at order placement.
Louvre Blade Options
Blade Dimensions
Blade height
Altair Louvre Windows are available with two blade heights: 102mm (4”) and 152mm (6”).
Blade length
The length of the louvre blade is typically based on the bay width required for the window application and any length restrictions to comply with Building Codes. For more information see FAQ “How wide can my louvres be?”.
The Altair Louvre design has been optimised for 6mm thick glass. The use of other thicknesses will compromise the performance of the product and are not warranted by Breezway.
Blades that are mechanically retained by the Stronghold System are available for use with 6mm thick, 152mm or 102mm drilled glass or aluminium blades. For more information, visit the Stronghold System page.
and 152mm (6”) available.
Blade Material
Glass Blades
Obscure, grey, green, toughened for extra strength and safety, or good old sparkling clear glass! As long as it’s 6mm thick, almost every type of glass can be installed into an Altair Louvre Window.
Aluminium Blades
Aluminium blades are virtually maintenance free, can’t rust and never need painting. Our aluminium blades are offered in a large variety of powder coated colour finishes.
Benefits Summary
Key consideration | Blade type | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Increased glass safety | Toughened Glass | Toughened glass is around 5 times stronger than un-toughened glass. Not only is it harder to break, but if it does break, it breaks into small fragments with square edges instead of razor-sharp shards of glass. Building codes will require toughened glass in certain situations in the building. Toughening all glass blades is an extra precaution that is available. |
| Aluminium | Aluminium obviously do not shatter at all. | |
| Clear views and maximum daylight | Glass - clear | Clear glass will maximise these considerations. Tinted glass can also be very effective with only slight reductions in daylight. |
| Protection from heat gain due to direct sunlight | Glass – tinted grey or green | Reduces the Solar Heat Gain when protection from direct sunlight is wanted. This will typically be a key consideration on western elevations (as windows facing the west are exposed to hot afternoon sun). |
| Aluminium | Aluminium is a solid blade and very effective in this role. |
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| Heat gain from direct sunlight is desirable | Glass - clear | In colder seasons heat gain from sunlight is a very desirable benefit. North facing windows will typically be clear glass to get this free heating benefit from nature. |
| Privacy | Glass – silkscreen | These glasses are obscure to provide privacy while also letting in daylight while closed. |
| Aluminium | Aluminium is a solid blade that will provide complete privacy while closed, but need to be open to provide daylight. | |
| Colour, visual impact | Aluminium | Aluminium blades can be anodised or powder coated to a wide array of colours. |
| Aluminium – wood grain finish | Aluminium blades can be finished with a wood grain look powdercoat. This provides the appearance of timber, with the low maintenance of aluminium. |
Fixed Louvres
- Not available with 102mm clip.
- As outlined in Clause F1.13(c)(iii) of the NCC, fixed louvres are exempt from compliance with AS2047.
- Fixed louvres are only available in standard heights ie. extended
channel not available. - Louvres blades are fixed at a 45 degree angle.
Applications for Fixed Vent Louvres
- Vented roofs
- Laundries (industrial, domestic)
- Bathrooms
- Public Amenities
- Housing for air conditioning units
- Screening walkways
| No. of Blades | Height (mm) | Height (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| No Weatherstrip | With Weatherstrip | |
| 3 | 310 | 320 |
| 4 | 400 | 410 |
| 5 | 490 | 500 |
| 6 | 580 | 590 |
| 7 | 670 | 680 |
| 8 | 760 | 770 |
| 9 | 850 | 860 |
| 10 | 940 | 950 |
| 11 | 1030 | 1040 |
| 12 | 1120 | 1130 |
| 13 | 1210 | 1220 |
| 14 | 1300 | 1310 |
| 15 | 1390 | 1400 |
| 16 | 1480 | 1490 |
| 17 | 1570 | 1580 |
| 18 | 1660 | 1670 |
| 19 | 1750 | 1760 |
| 20 | 1840 | 1850 |
| 21 | 1930 | 1940 |
| 22 | 2020 | 2030 |
| 23 | 2110 | 2120 |
| 24 | 2200 | 2210 |
| 25 | 2290 | 2300 |
| 26 | 2380 | 2390 |
| 27 | 2470 | 2480 |
| 28 | 2560 | 2570 |
| 29 | 2650 | 2660 |
| 30 | 2740 | 2750 |
| 31 | 2830 | 2840 |
| 32 | 2920 | 2930 |
| 33 | 3010 | 3020 |
Altair® Louvre Window Sizes
For technical details please visit the Technical page.
Heights
The type of window frame chosen will also affect the standard heights. Proprietary frame height will be based on the sizes for Altair Louvres plus an allowance for the outer frame type chosen. This is best discussed with your window fabricator and builder.
Widths
The desired window width can be achieved through multiple louvre bays. When determining the bay widths possible a rule of thumb is the higher the wind and water performance required, the shorter the blade should be.
The bay width may be affected by Building code rules. Please discuss with your Breezway Dealer and builder.
Altair® Louvre Standard Heights
| No. of Blades | Altair Louvres in Easyscreen Window System Standard Heights | Altair Louvres in Slimline Window System Standard Heights | Altair Louvres for Other Frames with Breezway Weatherstrip Standard Heights* |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 152 mm Blade | 102 mm Blade | 152 mm Blade | 102 mm Blade | 152 mm Blade | 102 mm Blade | |
| 2 | 371mm | - | 345mm | - | 330mm | - |
| 3 | 511mm | 361mm | 485mm | 335mm | 470mm | 320mm |
| 4 | 651mm | 451mm | 625mm | 425mm | 610mm | 410mm |
| 5 | 791mm | 541mm | 765mm | 515mm | 750mm | 500mm |
| 6 | 931mm | 631mm | 905mm | 605mm | 890mm | 590mm |
| 7 | 1071mm | 721mm | 1045mm | 695mm | 1030mm | 680mm |
| 8 | 1211mm | 811mm | 1185mm | 785mm | 1170mm | 770mm |
| 9 | 1351mm | 901mm | 1325mm | 875mm | 1310mm | 860mm |
| 10 | 1491mm | 991mm | 1465mm | 965mm | 1450mm | 950mm |
| 11 | 1631mm | 1081mm | 1605mm | 1055mm | 1590mm | 1040mm |
| 12 | 1771mm | 1171mm | 1745mm | 1145mm | 1730mm | 1130mm |
| 13 | 1911mm | 1261mm | 1885mm | 1235mm | 1870mm | 1220mm |
| 14 | 2051mm | 1351mm | 2025mm | 1325mm | 2010mm | 1310mm |
| 15 | 2191mm | 1441mm | 2165mm | 1415mm | 2150mm | 1400mm |
| 16 | 2331mm | 1531mm | 2305mm | 1505mm | 2290mm | 1490mm |
| 17 | 2471mm | 1621mm | 2445mm | 1595mm | 2430mm | 1580mm |
| 18 | 2611mm | 1711mm | 2585mm | 1685mm | 2570mm | 1670mm |
| 19 | 2751mm | 1801mm | 2725mm | 1775mm | 2710mm | 1760mm |
| 20 | 2891mm | 1891mm | 2865mm | 1865mm | 2850mm | 1850mm |
| 21 | 3031mm | 1981mm | 3005mm | 1955mm | 2990mm | 1940mm |
| 22 | - | 2071mm | - | 2045mm | - | 2030mm |
| 23 | - | 2161mm | - | 2135mm | - | 2120mm |
| 24 | - | 2251mm | - | 2225mm | - | 2210mm |
| 25 | - | 2341mm | - | 2315mm | - | 2300mm |
| 26 | - | 2431mm | - | 2405mm | - | 2390mm |
| 27 | - | 2521mm | - | 2495mm | - | 2480mm |
| 28 | - | 2611mm | - | 2585mm | - | 2570mm |
| 29 | - | 2701mm | - | 2675mm | - | 2660mm |
| 30 | - | 2791mm | - | 2765mm | - | 2750mm |
| 31 | - | 2881mm | - | 2855mm | - | 2840mm |
| 32 | - | 2971mm | - | 2945mm | - | 2930mm |
| 33 | - | 3061mm | - | 3035mm | - | 3020mm |
* To calculate the gallery height only, deduct 10mm.
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Screens and Security Bars
For technical details please visit the Technical page.
Screens
Insect and Security
There are framing systems today that will allow an insect screen to be placed to the outside of your Altair Louvres. Following discussions with your window manufacturer you may choose Breezway’s Altair Easyscreen Window System. Breezway does not manufacture screens, but there are many quality options available. Please visit our Where to Buy listing to find a fabricator close to you.
Features
Improved Energy Performance
Screens to the outside of louvre blades can also aid in significant improvements to the insulation and shading properties of the window.
Security Bars
Bars
Security bars are an effective barrier when the louvre is open, that unlike screens do not reduce any air flow. Breezway has security bars available to fit 152mm (6”) blade heights in the Breezway Easyscreen Framing System.
Features
Security Bars
Altair Louvre Windows can have optional 16mm diameter solid aluminium bars fixed to the window frame to the outside of the blades and positioned to allow the window to open fully.
Please visit the Easyscreen Window System page to see more details.
Colours & Finish Selection
For technical details please visit the Technical page.
Selecting the Right Aluminium Finish
The aluminium components of Altair Louvre windows are available in two different surface finishes: anodised or standard powder coating.
Powder coatings are polyester coatings from leading powder suppliers applied to a thickness of 50-80 μm and anodised finishes are to a thickness of 25 μm. Over time, weathering of powder coated surfaces should be expected, resulting in a gradual change in appearance. This will be evident in loss of gloss, chalking, colour change and erosion of the powder coatings. Selecting the right powder for the atmospheric conditions of the site and correct maintenance will be critical to the ongoing appearance of the finish.
Note: Industry accepted colour variation can occur during the aluminium anodising process.
| Product | Film Integrity Warranty | Colour Integrity | Recommended End Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powder Coated | 10 years | 7 years | Residential and Light Commercial to 3 Levels; and more than 100 metres from any salt water or surf line |
| Anodised - 25 μm | 10 years | 10 years | Suitable for all environments including; severe, industrial, coastal or tropical environments |
Standard Colours
(Applicable for Breezway Frames, Channels, Blades, Clips & Handles)
To learn more about how to care for your aluminium finishes, please visit the Care & Maintenance page.
Off Standard Colours
(Applicable for 152mm Clips & Handles)
Off Standard Powder Coat
(Applicable for Breezway Frames, Channels and Blades)
| Finish | Handle & Clip Colour matched at Off Standard Price* |
|---|---|
| Silver | Misty Grey |
| Pro Grey | Misty Grey |
| Lite Grey | Notre Dame |
| Cadet Grey | Notre Dame |
| Ash Grey | Notre Dame |
| Cava Brown | Hammersley Brown |
| Mission Brown | Hammersley Brown |
| Line Grey | Notre Dame |
| Slate Grey | Slate Grey |
| Marengo Grey | Black |
| Black Shiled | Black |
| Gris Sable | Charcoal |
| Tanami Brown | Black |
| Steel Bronze | Anodic Bronze |
| Velvet Brown | Hammersley Brown |
| Beige | Almond |
| Cherry | Black |
| Noce | Black |
| Mahagony Noce | Black |
| Ciliegio | Black |
| Ivory Pine | Almond |