Argon Gas Windows

Argon and krypton are the gas fills used most often by window manufacturers to displace the air between the panels in windows.

Argon gas windows.

Argon is the gas most often used between panes in a double or triple glazed window. Argon which comprises slightly less than 1 of the earth s atmosphere is non toxic inert clear and odorless. Replacement windows these days are often sold as double pane versions that not only feature two panes of glass compared to one on single pane windows but also are filled with argon gas in between the panes. Double pane windows are the solution for old inefficient windows.

Because argon gas is denser than air adding it to the captive air in double pane windows improves thermal insulation efficiency. Benefits of argon gas windows. Regardless of the season low e argon gas windows ensure the climate is stable in your home. It s colorless and odorless and is denser than the atmosphere providing more thermal efficiency than having air between the panes.

Argon gas windows are energy efficient due to the density of argon gas being heavier than oxygen. Used in conjunction with a special low e short for low emissivity glass coating argon gas windows bring the temperature of the window closer to room temperature. Low e or low emissivity coating is a unique microscopic glaze that helps minimize the amount of ultraviolet infrared and visible light from penetrating the glass keeping you cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. This small increase in insulating value from the argon gas will get you slight energy savings but the additional initial cost could significantly extend the payback time for the windows.

Double panes of glass in addition to a layer of a gas is the best way to insulate a window. Get free shipping on qualified argon gas insulated double hung windows or buy online pick up in store today in the doors windows department. Its thermal conductivity is roughly 67 that of air and it s inexpensive making it an attractive gas. Argon gas is used to increase the energy efficiency and general performance of thermal windows.