Product Specifications
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Solatube
160 DSe


Solatube
160 DS
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Solatube
290 DSe


Solatube
290 DS
Tube Size (Diameter)
 10 in
(250 mm)
 14 in
(350 mm)
EDCS (Effective Daylight Capturing Surface)
This represents the surface area of the dome that collects and redirects sunlight. For comparison, a clear dome with no lens on a typical 10 inch tube system has an EDCS of 78.5 square inches.
160 in2
(1032 cm2)
290 in2
(1871 cm2)
Light Coverage Area
150-200 ft2
(14 - 19 m2)
250-300 ft2
(23 - 28 m2)
Potential Tube Length
20 ft+
(6 m +)
30 ft+
(9 m+)
Diffusers
160 DSe
160 DS
290 DSe
290 DS
Opti Vusion? Diffuser
For outstanding light diffusion that artfully blends to the ceiling plane, select the Vusion diffuser. The fresh design harmonizes with most doors, yet provides the radiance of natural light.
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Optiview OptiView? Diffuser
Considered the ultimate in diffuser design, this technologically superior diffuser uses a Fresnel lens to deliver crystal clear daylight and a unique view of the sky.
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Designer Touches
160 DSe
160 DS
290 DSe
290 DSe
Optiview Frosted Shade
The Frosted Shade diffuser provides a clean contemporary look to any Solatube Daylighting System. The shade design provides a visual cutoff, producing a soothing comfortable light. The Frosted Shade can be optioned with either our OptiView? Diffuser or Vusion? Diffuser.
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Optiview Stainless-Tone Trim
Designed to complement any modern design, the Stainless-Tone Trim adds the visual edge to our Solatube Daylighting System. The Stainless-Tone Trim is designed to coordinate with metal-finished fixtures. The Stainless-Tone Trim can be optioned with either our OptiView? Diffuser or Vusion? Diffuser.
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Effect Lenses
Used with a diffuser, the Effect Lens adjusts the light and offers choices to soften or warm the light color. Options include:
natural effect Natural (Clear) Effect Lens
Provides brilliant white natural daylight. This lens comes standard.
warm effect Warm Effect Lens
Enhances natural daylight by warming the light creating a color comparable to incandescent bulbs.
soft Softening Effect Lens
Creates a subtle, softer natural lighting effect.
warm soft effect Warm Softening Effect Lens
Similar to the Warm Effect Lens, but a softer glowing effect.

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Vent Kit

Ventilation Add-On Kit
An integrated fan and lens design provides an attractive look. 
(Roof Vent Cap sold separately.)

Vent Kit Roof Vent Cap sold separately
(see below)
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Light Add-On Kit
When equipped with light add on kit, the Solatube Daylighting System provides the convenience of a switched light for night time use.
Light Kit Compact Fluorescent Light Add-On Kit
Add a compact fluorescent fixture to use the Solatube Daylighting System as a recessed light fixture at night. Accepts (1) 26-watt compact fluorescent lamp (GX24q-3 Base, 26W 4-pin). Meets California Title 24 bath light requirements. (2) fixtures may be used with the 290 DS..
Light Kit Universal Light Add-On Kit with Medium Screw Base, 110V
Add on a light fixture to use the Solatube Daylighting Device as a recessed light fixture at night. The 160 DS Light Add-On Kit accepts (1) 100-watt lamp. The 290 DS Light Add-On Kit accepts (2) 100-watt lamps. Up to 26-watt compact fluorescent lamps may be substituted.
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Daylight Dimmer

Daylight Dimmer?
Because you don't need 100% of the light 100% of the time, the innovative Solatube Daylight Dimmer easily controls the amount of daylight entering a room with the convenience of a switch. Our patented* variable butterfly baffle controls the light output.

Daylight Dimmer Switch Works with our Daylight Dimmer switch (sold separately)

* Patent #7,082,726
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Flashings
160 DSe
160 DS
290 DSe
290 DS

For fast and easy installation, Solatube? flashings are available for nearly all roof types and pitches. The flashings provide complete protection and create an attractive appearance on the roof. They're fabricated as a single, seamless piece to ensure leak-proof performance. Pitched flashings provide the optimal position for the dome to capture daylight on sloped roofs.

 

 

 

  





 
no pitch
For Roof Pitches
0:12-3:12

No Pitch

  • Use on low pitched or flat roofs. Available in 4 in/100 mm or 6 in/150 mm heights.
  • Use 6 in/150 mm for areas prone to heavy snow
    loads and on commercial roofs.
Vusion Flat
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no pitch
For Roof Pitches
4:12-12:12

Pitched

  • Provides a horizontal opening on a sloped roof
Vusion Shingle
Vusion Shake/Slate
Vusion Metal*
*Order metal roof kit
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no pitch

Universal Tile
* Patent #7,168,211

  • Pitched or no pitch models are available.
  • Use standard pitched or standard no pitch flashing as a base.
Vusion Tile
Vusion Flat Tile
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no pitch

Curb Mounted
Vusion Standard
Vusion Metal
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Accessories
160 DSe
160 DS
290 DSe
290 DS

Extension Tubes

Spectralight? Infinity Extension Tubes
Extension tubes can be added in increments of 16 in/400 mm or 24 in/600 mm for long runs without sacrificing performance. The secret is the unrivaled reflectivity of Spectralight? Infinity tubing, making it possible to create up to 90 degree angles and long tube runs up to 30 ft/9 m.
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0-90 Extension

Spectralight? Infinity 0-90 Degree Extension Tube
The 0-90 degree extension tube provides the ability to install around severe obstacles. With three built-in 30 degree angle adapters, this 0-90 degree extension tube gives you the flexibility to install just about anywhere. Using an innovative angle adaptor design, the 0-90 Degree Extension tube provides the superior performance that flexible tubes can't match. (Available in 23" length)
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Turret Extensions

Flashing Turret Extensions
Use to raise the height of the Solatube dome on a roof to avoid snow, water, or shading from roof obstructions. Order additional Spectralight? Infinity tubing to accommodate turret height. Available in 2 in/50 mm, 4 in/100 mm, 12 in/300 mm, 24 in/600 mm, 36 in/900 mm and 48 in/1200 mm sizes.

Vusion
2 in/ 50 mm Turret Extension installed on a tile roof.
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Flashing Insulator

Flashing Insulator
This insulating material helps to reduce flashing condensation in cold climates when the flashing is exposed to a humid interior space. The insulator is affixed to the flashing base and the top tube slips through the opening, which provides a seal between the interior and metal flashing.
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Dome Edge Ring

Dome Edge Protection Band
For use on Class A, B, or C roofs to maintain fire rating.
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Shock Inner Dome

Shock Inner Dome
High Velocity Wind Zone areas such as South Florida require the Solatube Shock Inner Dome. This highly impact-resistant inner dome can also be added to any installation for extra protection from extreme forces.
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Daylight Dimmer Switch

Daylight Dimmer? Switch
Daylight Dimmer Switch Kit includes DPDT switch, wall plate and 15 ft/4.5 m of cable. Multiple Daylight Dimmers can be controlled by one switch.
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Vent Kit

Roof Vent Cap for Ventilation Add-On Kit
Ventilation Roof Vent Cap is for use with the Ventilation Add-On Kit (if no vent exists). Comes with gravity damper to prevent back flow.
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