265 Series

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A multi-purpose window & framing system suitable for a wide range of commercial and exposed residential applications.

Types

There are two (2) separate systems based on 65 mm × 25 mm framing:

• The 'standard' beaded system with a 300 Pascal water penetration rating. This system also accepts 048 & 265 Series awning/casement sashes
• 2. The high performance' pressure equalised system with a 600 Pascal+ water penetration rating (based on 265-015 sash with welded corner santoprene compression seals). This product has an excellent track record in high-rise buildings along coastal strips

Features

• Sash profiles are hollow with a chamfered exterior. Corners are staked and mechanically crimped for superior strength
• A continuous, double-seal system incorporating an external weather seal and internal air seal
• Accommodates 4 mm - 10.38 mm glass (awning/casement sashes) & up to 21 mm I.G. units (fixed window)
• Accessories including coupling mullions (45°, 60° & 90°) sub-framing, sill boards and stiffeners are available
• Compatible with 165 Series framing and accessories

Hardware

• Stainless steel friction stays fitted as standard (aluminium stays optional), with restrictor stays available upon request. Non-friction stays fitted where chainwinders are nominated
• Die cast handle fasteners (keylock optional). Removable spanner fasteners for air conditioned buildings are available upon request
• Quality chainwinder
• Aluminium corner stakes
• Extruded PVC and/or Santoprene glazing wedges/gaskets

Limitations

• 300 Pascal system incorporating 265-011 sash, maximum sash size 1200 mm (h) × 1000 mm (w)
• 600 Pascal system incorporating 265-015 sash, maximum sash size 1500 mm (h) × 1200 mm (w)
• Recommended maximum sash size 1500 mm (h) × 1200 mm (w). A maximum sash size of 1800 mm (h) × 1200 mm (w) is possible with an integral, top-hook sash and single-hand, multi-point lock. Please contact your G.James representative to discuss all enquiries where requirements exceed our recommended maximum size.
• To comply with the appropriate design wind load requirements and glazing standards