Solatube 10" Diameter Sky Light Kit (160DS) No Pitch Metal Flashing & No Extension Tubes)
Brighten Your Home with the Solatube160DS 10-Inch Tubular Skylight. Bring the beauty of natural sunlight
indoors with the Solatube 160DS (10-inch diameter) tubular skylight kit—the easy, energy-efficient way to
illuminate your home in just 2 hours. Designed for quick installation with no major structural modifications
required, this advanced daylighting system channels brilliant natural light into larger spaces without the
heat gain that comes from traditional skylights.
Perfect for kitchens, family rooms, master bathrooms, garages, and high-ceiling areas, the Solartube 160DS
sun tunnel transforms dark, closed-in rooms into vibrant, welcoming spaces filled with pure, natural daylight.
Experience consistent illumination that enhances mood, productivity, sleep quality, and overall well-being
while reducing energy costs.
Key Features
- Advanced Dome Technology: Captures low-angle sunlight from morning to evening to provide steady, radiant
brightness all day.
- Patented 99% Reflective Tubing: Maximizes light transfer for exceptional illumination in every corner of
your home.
- Elegant Ceiling Fixtures: Diffuses daylight beautifully, creating a soft, natural glow unmatched by
artificial lighting.
Why Choose the Solatube 160DS
- Installs in as little as 2 hours.
- Requires no major structural changes to your home.
- Includes FREE shipping.
- Reduces energy usage for an eco-friendly, sustainable lighting solution.
- Brings in natural daylight without added heat.
- Provides superior light quality that enhances comfort, focus, and overall health.
Upgrade your home with the Solatube 160DS tubular skylight—experience natural daylight, exceptional
efficiency, and lasting comfort.
Value Added Accessories
Found in the ACCESSORY TAB, there are 9 accessories that can be purchased to upgrade to any existing Solatube
Skylight Kit.
Roof Flashing add-ons for Metal and Clay tile roofs:
Extension Tube Information
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No pitch metal flashing kit does not include extension tubes. It spans about 21", so your
system will likely need at least one 20" extension tube.
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Pitched Metal Flashing kit has two 20" extension tubes so its extension tubes will span
about 62”.
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No Tubes: This option is for those with about 18-20" between the ceiling and roof. This is
rare. We recommend purchasing at least one 20" extension tube to make connecting the roof deck penetration
and the ceiling penetration less difficult.
No pitch metal flashing is used on roofs with little to no pitch. Flat roofs and roofs with pitches between
0:12 and 3:12 The tubes attached to the top dome (known as Angle Adapter Tubes) on your roof and the light
diffuser in your ceiling are 12.5" in length. They're called angel adapter tubes because they can angle up
to 45 degrees after they have penetrated the plane. So the start of your sun tunnel can be pointed toward
the other penetration, which may not be located directly above or below its corresponding penetration.
The total length of the two tubes and each angle adapter tube depends on the thickness of the roof deck and
the ceiling. On average, these two angel adapter tubes provide for about 20" of tubing to connect to one
another. If your roof deck penetration is greater than 20" from your ceiling penetration, we recommend that
you purchase either a 20" extension tubes, or a 24" 0-90° to elbow (for navigating around rafters and/or
other obstacles) to connect the two tubes together.
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20" Extension Tubes: To aid in connecting the two penetration points
between your roof and ceiling if the distance is greater than the extension tubes that our included in the
kit you have purchased.
Diffuser "Ceiling Fixture" Information:
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Solatube Diffuser Options: Get the type of daylight you desire with the diffuser of your choice. The
Vusion Diffuser (Included in basic kit). However, you may choose
to upgrade any one of the following options:
- JustFrost Diffuser
- Tier Drop Diffuser
- AuroroGlo (Bronze)
- AuroraGlo (White)
Solatube Light Add On Kit: When equipped with a light add on kit,
the Solatube Daylighting System provides the convenience of a switched light for night time use. Adding a
light to your Solatube means you will always have the light you need. Available in Compact Fluorescent and
Incandescent. Bulbs are sold separately. Light Add-on Kits do not include extension tubes. Bulbs are 23W
(4-pin connector) for Compact fluorescent and 100W for Incandescent kits.
Solatube Ventilation Add-On Kit:
(Roof Vent Cap sold separately): The Solatube 160DS is available with an optional Ventilation
Add-On Kit designed for exceptional style and performance. Combined with this innovative accessory, the 2-in-1
ceiling fixture minimizes ceiling penetrations for a more attractive look. Proprietary technology uses twin
fan motors with opposing rotations to overcome static pressure and increase the speed and volume of airflow.
The in-line fan motors can be mounted away from the ceiling fixtures for quieter performance. Blends with any
decor.
Solatube Daylight Dimmer: (Dimmer switch sold
separately): You don’t need 100% of the light 100% of the time. The innovative Solatube Daylight Dimmer
easily controls the amount of light desired in any room from a Solatube skylight. Designed for maximum comfort
and ease of use, adjust the desired light level from the convenience of a switch.
Solatube Thermal Insulation
Panel: In Cold Climates the thermal insulation panel keeps cold out to reduce heat
loss and in warm climates, prevents heat build up wich improves energy efficiency and reduces cooling loads.
Warm effects
Lense: The ideal way to make any room feel cozier and more welcoming! This lens lets
you turn the natural sunlight coming in into a soft, warm glow that’s super comforting.
Solatube Diffuser
Options Solatube Diffusers are the components visible on your ceiling.
The Brighten Up® Series provides several diffuser options that use special lenses to spread light broadly
and efficiently. Each one has a slim, low-profile trim ring. Compatible with all Solatube Daylighting
systems manufactured after 2011, these cool, modern Solatube diffusers blend smoothly into ceilings without
visible screws.
Solatube JustFrost Square
Diffuser: Upgrade your Solatube diffuser from the
Round to the new Square design. Includes JustFrost Square Diffuser.
Solatube Bottom Tube Upgrade
Kit: An aesthetically designed space, the JustFrost Square Decorative fixture
illuminates your interior with natural sunlight.
Solatube Metal Roof Installation Kit: Metal Roof Installation Kit
for use with Solatube Metal Flashing 10" diameter (160DS) or 14" diameter (290DS). Kit includes butyl tape and
additional hardware.
Solatube Universal Tile Flashing: The ideal way to make any room
feel cozier and more welcoming! This lens lets you turn the natural sunlight coming in into a soft, warm glow
that’s super comforting.
20" Extension Tubes: To aid
in connecting the two penetration points between your roof and ceiling if the distance is greater than the
extension tubes that our included in the kit you have purchased.
90° Elbow Extension Tube: Intended to navigate
around obstacles between the two penetrations like rafters or trusses.