FireLite® NT - Fire-Rated, Safety-Rated Glass Ceramic, Surface-Applied Film (2024)

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Fire-Rated, Safety-Rated Glass Ceramic with Surface-Applied Film

FIRE RATING
20-180 Minutes

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FireLite NT is a 3/16" (5 mm) thick fire-rated and impact safety-rated glazing material, composed of FireLite and fire-rated surface-applied film. It is listed for use in doors, sidelites, transoms and borrowed lites.

"Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication."

-Leonardo da Vinci

KEY FEATURES

  • ultraHD® Technology for improved surface quality, clarity and color
  • Fire-rated for up to 180 minutes with required hose stream test
  • Available in two surface grades: Premium and Standard
  • Wireless glass ceramic with high performance surface-applied approved fire-rated film
  • Impact safety-rated - ANSI Z97.1 and CPSC 16CFR1201 (Cat. I and II)
  • For patient safety at psychiatric facilities, FireLite® NT2 features factory-applied film to both sides of the glass
  • Fits in Fireframes® Designer Series frames from TGP, or standard fire-rated frames
  • Withstands thermal shock

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  • Large sizes available
  • May be lightly sandblasted or etched on one side without affecting fire rating
  • Protects from fire and impact on both sides of the glass
  • May be insulated (see FireLite IGU fact sheet)
  • 3-year limited warranty
  • Note: This product is not a barrier to radiant heat. This product does not meet test standards ASTM E119 or UL 263. If your jurisdiction requires a "barrier to heat" product, please contact TGP regarding Pilkington Pyrostop.

ATTRIBUTES


FireLite® NT - Fire-Rated, Safety-Rated Glass Ceramic, Surface-Applied Film (8) Fire-Rated
FireLite® NT - Fire-Rated, Safety-Rated Glass Ceramic, Surface-Applied Film (9) Hose Stream Tested
FireLite® NT - Fire-Rated, Safety-Rated Glass Ceramic, Surface-Applied Film (10) Positive Pressure
FireLite® NT - Fire-Rated, Safety-Rated Glass Ceramic, Surface-Applied Film (11) Impact-Rated
FireLite® NT - Fire-Rated, Safety-Rated Glass Ceramic, Surface-Applied Film (12) UL Classified and Labeled

STATISTICS

Thickness: 3/16" (5 mm) thick overall Hardness (Vicker's Scale): 700
Weight: 2.56 lb/ft2 (12.5 kg/m2) Fire Rating: 20 min. to 3 hrs.
Approx. Visible Transmission: 88% Impact Safety Rating: Meets ANSI Z97.1 and CPSC 16CFR1201 (Cat. I and II)
Approx. Visible Reflection: 9% STC Rating: 35

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LISTINGS

Classified and labeled by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.® and Underwriters Laboratories of Canada. File number for labeled fire-rated assemblies is UL File No. R13377. Tests performed in accordance with:

UL 9 UL 10B UL 10C

NFPA 80 NFPA 252 NFPA 257

CAN/ULC-S104 CAN/ULC-S106

MEA 290-90-M-6 LARR 25798


Rating Assembly Max. Exposed
Area (in2/ft2)
Max. Width of
Exposed Glazing (in.)
Max. Height of
Exposed Glazing (in.)
20min. to 60 min. Doors (non-temp rise) 3,204/22.25 36 89
20min. to 60 min. Doors (temp rise) 100/0.69 12 33
20min. to 60 min. Other than doors 3,325/23.09 95 95
90min. Doors (non-temp rise) 2,034/14.13 36 56-1/2
90min. Doors (temp rise) 100/0.69 12 33
90min. Other than doors 2,627/18.24 56-1/2 56-1/2
3 hour Doors 100/0.69 12 33
Check with frame manufacturer for maximum tested glass sizes and required stop height.

SURFACE OPTIONS

FireLite® NT - Fire-Rated, Safety-Rated Glass Ceramic, Surface-Applied Film (14) FireLite is made from transparent glass-ceramic which appears to have a warmer earth tone when compared to the blue green tint of typical float glass. Like float glass, FireLite ceramic will not demonstrate a highly perceptible color once installed in a frame. FireLite also features ultraHD® Technology, for improved color, clarity and surface quality. See the ultraHD® difference.

View the available surface grades below or see our Premium FireLite FAQ for more information. These surface options are best reviewed prior to specification. Please contact TGP to request a sample kit.

FireLite Premium Grade

Both surfaces are ground and polished to provide superior surface quality, improving the overall clarity. FireLite Premium is the industry leader for quality and is unmatched by alternative products or production methods.

FireLite Standard Grade

The polished surface quality is comparable to alternative fire-rated ceramics that are marketed as having a premium finish.

FireLite Obscure Grade

Features a patterned surface to allow more privacy.

FRAMING OPTIONS


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20/45/60/90 Minute
Fire-Rated Doors and Frames

The Designer Series doors and frames incorporate precise European engineering, providing a sleek, modern alternative to traditional hollow metal frames.

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Fire-Rated Doors and Frames

TGP glazing can be used in any approved fire-rated door and frame assemblies.

Hollow metal steel frames are supplied by others.

TOOLS

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DOCS & DOWNLOADS

FireLite NT Product Fact Sheet
FireLite NT2 Product Fact Sheet
CSI Format Specs
FireLite FAQ
Care and Warranty

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The time, in minutes or hours, that materials or assemblies can be expected to prevent flames and smoke from spreading.

As heat develops within the source area, pressure within the enclosed room begins to build relative to the pressure outside. Once the fire reaches equilibrium in the positive pressure zone, smoke, hot gases and flames are forced through any openings in the door or window assembly. Testing to the UL 10C standard more closely simulates real fire conditions.

Blocks radiant and conductive heat transfer from one side of the glass to the other. A required characteristic of glass used as a wall.

Classified and labeled by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.® (UL), an independent product safety certification organization.

Immediately following a furnace test, heated glass is subjected to water from a fire hose. The cooling, impact and erosion created by the hose stream tests the integrity of the glass. In the U.S., the hose stream test is required for all fire ratings over 45 minutes (all fire ratings require it in Canada).

Available as a temperature rise door with Pilkington Pyrostop® fire-resistive-rated glass for 60-90 minute applications

Temperature rise doors provide a barrier to radiant and conductive heat transfer.

Available in stainless steel frame finish options for increased design flexibility.

Building codes clearly define hazardous locations where impact safety glass is required. Glass with this designation has been tested to meet impact safety requirements required for areas such as doors, sidelights, and areas close to the floor.

FireLite IGU is a fire-rated insulated glass ceramic unit that also complies with energy codes. It is designed for use in exterior applications where energy codes require an insulated product, or for interior applications with special needs such as sound reduction.

Withstands continuous temperatures to 1292° F for use in high efficiency heating appliances.

The ability of glass ceramic to withstand sudden heating, cooling, or both without cracking, shattering or exploding out of the frame.

The ability of the glass to stop various types of ammunition. Ratings are assigned in levels from 1 to 8, with a Level 8 rating being the highest (able to stop a 7.62mm rifle lead core full metal copper jacket, military ball).

The capacity of an element in a building structure to support a weight in addition to its own.

Listed and labeled by Intertek, an independent assurance, testing, inspection and certification organization.

Glazing designed to increase the amount of time required to gain entry. This additional time is intended to allow for the enactment of lock-down protocols and to allow for the arrival of emergency response teams. May be used in areas with high risk of prolonged attack or in critical areas such as vestibules. Forced entry resistant glazing should also resist penetration from hand-held or hand-thrown objects such as hammers, crowbars, bats, knives, bricks and rocks. (Source: NGA Glass Technical Paper FB71-21)

This product is both fire- and security-rated and is appropriate for educational facilities.

This product is smoke-rated and tested to UL 1784.

FireLite® NT - Fire-Rated, Safety-Rated Glass Ceramic, Surface-Applied Film (2024)

FAQs

What is FireLite NT glass? ›

FireLite NT is a 3/16” (5 mm) thick fire-rated and impact safety-rated glazing material, composed of FireLite and fire-rated surface-applied film. It is listed for use in doors, sidelites, transoms and borrowed lites. FIRE-RATED, IMPACT SAFETY-RATED GLASS CERAMIC. WITH SURFACE-APPLIED FILM.

Can you cut FireLite glass? ›

FireLite and WireLite products can be cut in the same technique as “normal” float glass using a carbide wheel glass cutter. WireLite glass can be cut in the same technique as traditional wired glass.

Why is fire rated glass so expensive? ›

Quality has the greatest impact on the price of fire glass.

There are three main things that determine the quality of the glass; quality of underlying glass, quality of secondary treatments (such as mirrored backing), and quality control.

Can you put film on fire-rated glass? ›

Window film is regularly used by fire-rated glass companies in many of their products to provide impact-safety resistance. It is applied to existing windows & doors and is cost effective.

How expensive is fire-rated glass? ›

Price Starts at $230.00

Choose our premium FireLite® Ceramic Fire Rated Glass for superior protection and performance. Available in thicknesses of 3/16” (5mm) and 5/16” (8mm), our fire rated glass is rigorously tested and certified to withstand up to 3 hours of fire exposure, meeting the essential hose stream test.

What are the 2 types of fire rated glass? ›

There are two types of fire-rated gazing—fire-protective glazing and fire-resistive glazing. It is crucial to understand the differences between the two material classes since numerous products fall within each category, and incorrect specification can jeopardize the safety of building occupants.

Is fire glass the same as regular glass? ›

Fire glass is made from tempered glass that has been treated to handle high temperatures. Regular glass is not safe to use around a flame or heat source. It will break and potentially shatter into sharp pieces that can cause injury.

How does fire-rated glass break? ›

First, the exposed layer of glass cracks and the first layer of intumescent material is activated. The panel becomes opaque, reducing heat transmission. Eventually, the heat degrades the intumescence and the second layer of glass cracks. This process repeats through all layers, depending on the fire rating.

How thick is FireLite glass? ›

FireLite is a 3/16" (5 mm) thick fire-rated glazing material. It is listed for use in non-impact safety-rated locations such as transoms and borrowed lites.

What are the disadvantages of fire glass? ›

Cost: Fire glass is generally more expensive than other fire media options, which may be a concern for those on a tight budget. Heat retention: Fire glass does not retain heat as well as lava rocks, which could be a consideration for those seeking maximum warmth from their fire table.

How long does fire glass last? ›

Fire Glass is ready to reflect and give your gas or propane fireplace or fire pit a beautiful new look. It doesn't have sharp edges to harm you and it's ready to take the heat. It won't melt, burn or discolor. It will last forever within your fire pit or fireplace.

What is the alternative to fire rated glass? ›

Interior glazing and windows are popular in many buildings but may require a fire rating to meet code requirements. Window sprinklers and standard glass provide an alternative to fire-rated glazing.

What is the difference between fire rated glass and tempered glass? ›

Toughened glass or tempered glass lasts slightly longer than float glass – it will withstand heat of up to about 260°C. However, to be fire-rated the glass must be capable of withstanding temperatures in excess of 870°C.

Can you put a film on glass to make it tempered? ›

The good news is that window tempering film in Denver, CO offers a low-cost alternative to safety tempering that's much easier, more affordable and more convenient than replacing glass. Safety window tempering film in Denver, CO is applied to existing windows to mimic the performance of tempered glass.

What is the difference between fire glass and regular glass? ›

Standard window glass will shatter at about 250 degrees Fahrenheit (F), and tempered glass can last to about 500 degrees F. Fire-rated glass, on the other hand, can typically survive heat over 1600 degrees F. Fire-rated glass can withstand such high heat because it is engineered differently than non-rated glass.

What is special about fire glass? ›

It's Tempered, Tumbled and Polished.

Fire Glass is ready to reflect and give your gas or propane fireplace or fire pit a beautiful new look. It doesn't have sharp edges to harm you and it's ready to take the heat. It won't melt, burn or discolor. It will last forever within your fire pit or fireplace.

What is the material of FireLite? ›

FireLite is made from transparent glass-ceramic which appears to have a warmer earth tone when compared to the blue green tint of typical float glass. Like float glass, FireLite ceramic will not demonstrate a highly perceptible color once installed in a frame.

What is the difference between fire-rated glass and tempered glass? ›

Toughened glass or tempered glass lasts slightly longer than float glass – it will withstand heat of up to about 260°C. However, to be fire-rated the glass must be capable of withstanding temperatures in excess of 870°C.

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