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Manual venting curb mounted skylight (VCM)

 VCM skylight Designed for curb mounted installations, the VCM manual venting skylight enables any home to embrace the best of what nature has to offer. Opening for maximum fresh air, the venting skylight contributes to a home's proper moisture balance and comfort level by allowing stale, humid air to be released.



  • Manual components
    The VCM package includes the operator hook and insect screen.

  • Installation slope
    The VCM skylight installs on site-built curbs with slopes between 0° (flat or 0:12) and 60° (20:12).

 

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Convenient manual control
The VCM skylight is easily opened and closed manually with VELUX control rods when installed out-of-reach. A smooth turning handle with a white finish is available when skylights are installed within reach.

Pick&Click! ™ pre-installed
The new innovative Pick&Click! ™ brackets make blind installation a snap! Every VCM skylight comes pre-installed with Pick&Click! ™ brackets that allows for fast and easy installation of sunscreening blinds and accessories.

Energy efficient glass options
All VELUX skylight glazings are built using energy efficient, LoE3, Argon gas injected dual glass panes. The VCM skylight comes with your choice of the following glazing options, each designed to meet the needs of specific building situations:

*ComfortPlus Glass - Tempered safety glass with interior laminated pane for added safety and comfort
*Comfort Glass - Tempered safety glass

Weathertight installation
The VCM skylight is designed for simple and weathertight installations on site-built curbs. It features factory applied gaskets to seal out wind and water for a weathertight installation.

Flashing options for a weathertight installation
These flashing systems help ensure a weathertight installation for your VCM skylight:

٭ VELUX ECL step flashing for curb mounted skylights is available for shingles and other low-profile roofing materials only on roofs with pitches greater than 10°. Site-built flashings are required for other roofing materials and roof pitches less than 10°.

٭ VELUX ECW tile flashing for curb mounted skylights is available for tile and other high-profile roofing materials only on roofs with pitches greater than 15°. Site-built flashings are required for other roofing materials and roof pitches less than 15°.

Quality construction
The VCM skylight is constructed with maintenance free white frames and sashes that insulates and strengthens the unit. A steel chain operator that eliminates the need for any interior attachments is also included.

Available sizes
For a complete list of available sizes, please download a copy of our Residential Product Sizes. Due to local sales tax, transportation and delivery costs that may vary, please consult your local VELUX dealer for pricing.


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