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Solatube^® Brighten Up^® Series are the cost-effective way to bring natural light to virtually any room.

Solatube^® eChoice™ Products Eligible for
30% Federal Tax Credit
Eco-friendly Product
Patented High Performance Technology
Cost Effective Way to Brighten Every Room
Leak Proof Design
ENERGY STAR^® Rated

Solatube^®
160 DSe

Solatube^®
160 DS

Solatube^®
290 DSe

Solatube^®
290 DS

Product Specifications

Tube Size (Diameter)

≈ 10 in
(250 mm)

≈ 14 in
(350 mm)

30% Federal Tax Credit Eligible
Solatube eChoice products exceed the performance standards established in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 that require skylight products to meet a maximum U-Factor rating of 0.30 and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) of 0.30. For more information visit our Federal Tax Credit Information Center.

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
(14 - 19 m²)

Potential Tube Length

20 ft +
(6 m+)

30 ft +
(9 m+)

Diffusers

Vusion™ Diffuser
For outstanding light diffusion that artfully blends to the ceiling plane, select the Vusion diffuser. The fresh design harmonizes with most décors, yet provides the radiance of natural light.

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.

Designer Touches

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.

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.

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 (Clear) Effect Lens
Provides brilliant white natural daylight. This lens comes standard.

Warm Effect Lens*
Enhances natural daylight by warming the light creating a color comparable to incandescent bulbs.

Softening Effect Lens*
Creates a subtle, softer natural lighting effect.

Warm Softening Effect Lens*
Similar to the Warm Effect Lens, but a softer glowing effect.

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

Roof Vent Cap sold separately(see below)

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.

Compact Fluorescent
Our energy efficient fluorescent fixture uses one 26 watt lamp for the 160DS. Use one or two fixtures for the 290 DS.

Incandescent
Our incandescent lamp accepts one 100 watt lamp for the 160DS and two 100 watt lamps for the 290 DS. A 230 volt light kit is also available

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.

Double-Pole Double-Throw (DPDT)
Works with our Daylight Dimmer switch (sold separately) to provide an easy-to-use daylight control solution.

* Patent #7,082,726

Flashings

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.

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.

Flat

For Roof Pitches
4:12-12:12

Pitched

Provides a horizontal opening on a sloped roof

Shingle

Metal*
*Order metal roof kit

Shake/Slate

Universal Tile
* Patent #7,168,211

Pitched or no pitch models are available.

Use standard pitched or standard no pitch flashing as a base.

Tile

Flat Tile

Curb Mounted

Standard

Metal

Accessories

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.

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)

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

*Not available when using a Natural Effect Lens for Climate Control.
		ENERGY STAR^® qualified products and practices help you save money and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. EPA and U.S. DOE. The ENERGY STAR label also designates superior energy performance in homes and buildings. Solatube International, Inc. is proud to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR label. The Solatube 160 DS (10 in/250 mm Daylighting System) and the Solatube 290 DS (14 in/350 mm Daylighting System) are ENERGY STAR rated.