EHV-550D : Hurricane Louver, Horizontal Blade, 5.5-inch Depth
EHV-550D : Hurricane Louver, Horizontal Blade, 5.5-inch Depth
Model EHV-550D is a stationary dual-module, extruded aluminum wind driven rain louver designed to protect exterior wall intake and exhaust openings in hurricane-prone applications. Featuring horizontal front blades and vertical rear blades, the design enhances moisture separation and weather resistance. It is AMCA 540 Listed for wind-borne debris impact, AMCA 550 Listed for High Velocity Wind Driven Rain, and approved for use in Florida鈥檚 High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ), providing code-compliant protection for critical building envelope installations.
Product Highlights
| Blade Type |
Rain Resistant
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|---|---|
| Frame Depth (Inches) |
5.5
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| Certifications |
AMCA 500-L Water Penetration, Air Performance, and Wind-Driven Rain
AMCA 540 Test Method for Louvers Impacted by Wind Borne Debris (Basic Protection, Missile D and Enhanced Protection, Missile E)
AMCA 550 High Velocity Wind Driven Rain
Florida Test Protocol: TAS 201 Large Missile Impact
Florida Test Protocol: TAS 202 Uniform Static Air Pressure
Florida Test Protocol: TAS 203 Cyclic Wind Loading
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| Free Area for 4' x 4' (%) |
50
|
| Free Area for 4' x 4' (ft square) |
8.02
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| Material |
Aluminum
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| Minimum Size |
12 in. W x 12 in. H
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| Maximum Single Section Size |
60 in. W x 96 in. H
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| Beginning Point of Water Penetration (ft/min) |
1,083
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| Wind Load (PSF) |
100
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