T&T: Windshield Glass Required Thickness

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'Lo All,

The Celestial has 1/4' plate glass. However, if I were concerned 
about it being strong enough, I would check into the feasibility of 
installing glass that has the new hurricane-rated plastic film.

That is not to say that the glass can't break, but the film is 
supposed to hold it together.

Just a thought.....I never checked it out with the manufacturer's 
literature or tech support.

Also, films, such as the 3M automotive film would work, possibly to a 
lesser degree than the hurricane rated glass, but better than plain 
glass. The 3M film (and others) can be beaten with a baseball bat and 
not shatter. Again, it holds the glass together. An additional 
feature is that, if desired, it can be tinted to reduce heat and light.


Take care and be safe.

Wayne
M/V Celestial
Albin43 Sundeck