Energy-Efficient Natural Daylight Skylight System
The Solatube
160DS Tubular Daylighting System (10 inch diameter) and
Solatube 290DS Tubular Daylighting System (14 inch diameter) set performance standards never seen before in solar tube skylighting.
Solar tube skylights brighten up dark interiors with natural daylight and are highly effective and simple to install.
Simple to Install Natural Solatube Skylighting
Solatube's solar lighting systems are DIY systems, easily installed. Many of our customers install themselves or contract out a handyman or carpenter to do it for them. The Solatube 160DS kit come with everything you need and can be installed within a few hours.
Ordering Information
Ordering from this product page is pretty easy and self-explanatory. If, however, you need some help or insight while placing your order feel free to call us at 231.399.0700 Ext. 5 for assistance. You may choose to order this kit from our website
Additional Extension Tubes may be necessary to complete the run from the Top Dome on the roof to the Diffuser in the ceiling. Go here to order more extension tubes or a 0-90 degree elbow.
If you are more comfortable getting a quote for your system, please complete this
Solatube Inquiry Form. There is additional information below and on the Specs and Accessories tabs that you can use to help complete the form. We offer contractor's discounts with your contractor's license and volume discounts.
Single Pack Kit Option Information
Select your Solatube Metal Roof Flashing:
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Pitched metal flashing is used for roofs with a pitch of 4:12 - 12:12. It includes two 16" extension tubes, for a total of 43" of tube length.
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No pitch metal flashing is used for roofs that have little to no pitch. Flat roofs and roofs with pitches 0:12 to 3:12. There may be only 11" or less distance between the ceiling penetration and the roof penetration. So there are not any extension tubes for a total 11" tube length. We recommend that you purchase at least one 16' extension tube, however, to make connecting the roof deck penetration and the ceiling penetration less difficult.
- If you are installing onto a metal roof use Solatube Metal Roof Flashing. It is sold separately.
- If you are installing on a clay tile roof, use Solatube Universal Tile Flashing for clay tile roofs (Tile Flashing requires standard pitched or no-pitch flashing as a base).
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Solatube Extension Tube Options: Bring light in from the sun with the correct tube length.
- The no-pitch metal flashing kit does not have extension tubes. It spans only 11 inches, so your system will most likely need at least one 16" or 24" extension tube.
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The Pitched Metal Flashing kit has two 16" extension tubes, so its extension tubes will span up to 43".
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No Tubes: This option is for those with 11" or less between the ceiling and roof. This is extremely rare. We recommend purchasing at least one 16' extension tube to make connecting the roof deck penetration and the ceiling penetration more difficult.
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Two 16" Extension Tubes (additional cost): This option is for those with a span between ceiling and roof up to 43". More Solatube Extension Tubes are available if you need to span more than 43".
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Custom Extension Tubes (additional cost): Solatube 16" Extension Tubes, Solatube 24" Extension Tubes, and Solatube 0-90 Degree Elbow Extension Tubes
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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 below options:
- JustFrost Diffuser
- Tier Drop Diffuser
- AuroroGlo (Bronze)
- AuroraGlo (White)
Solatube Single Pack Kit Product Specifications
- Tube Size: Approximately 10 inches in diameter.
- Light Coverage Area: 150-200 sq. ft.
- Potential Tube Length: 20+ Feet.
- Effective Daylight Capture Surface: 160 inches.
Solatube Single Pack Kit Contents Include
- Acrylic Dome
- Top/Bottom Tube Assembly
- Two 16" Extension Tubes (Optional)
- Seal and Fastener Kit
- Installation Instructions
- Roof Sealant
Solatube Parts List
Available Accessories for the Solatube 160DS
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 160 DS is available with an optional Ventilation Add-On Kit that’s designed for exceptional style and performance. When 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): Because 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, simply 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 which improves energy efficiency and reduces cooling loads.
- Weight 14 lbs
- Dimensions N/A
- Kit Span 11 Inches (No Tubes), 43 Inches (With Tubes)
