Defender 76LS
The Defender 76LS is recommended for smaller openings (less than 15′ wide).
Our Lift + Slide Doors glide open with a light touch, thanks to precision-engineered hardware and a secure lifting mechanism. Built with our exclusive Hybrid Framing System—featuring steel-reinforced uPVC and fusion-welded corners—they offer the strength to span extra-large openings. Advanced compression gaskets provide superior air and water sealing, delivering unmatched energy efficiency and weather protection.
Our Lift + Slide Doors glide open with a light touch, thanks to precision-engineered hardware and a secure lifting mechanism. Built with our exclusive Hybrid Framing System—featuring steel-reinforced uPVC and fusion-welded corners—they offer the strength to span extra-large openings. Advanced compression gaskets provide superior air and water sealing, delivering unmatched energy efficiency and weather protection.
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Besides performance, security, and design, the most immediate difference when using the lift + slide is how effortless the door moves even with extra large openings. You push and it glides continuously.
Simple handle turn lifts door off track for effortless sliding of extra-large panels.
Slides on track with friction, requiring more force and causing wear.
Simple handle turn lifts door off track for effortless sliding of extra-large panels.
Slides on track with friction, requiring more force and causing wear.
Multi-point locking with steel-reinforced uPVC and fusion welded corners.
Basic latch mechanism with limited security points.
Multi-point locking with steel-reinforced uPVC and fusion welded corners.
Basic latch mechanism with limited security points.
Compression seals engage when door is lowered — airtight and weatherproof.
Moderate seal — more prone to air and water infiltration.
Compression seals engage when door is lowered — airtight and weatherproof.
Moderate seal — more prone to air and water infiltration.
Fusion welded corners and steel reinforcement ensure decades of smooth operation.
Rollers and tracks wear down more quickly with mechanical joints degrading over time.
Fusion welded corners and steel reinforcement ensure decades of smooth operation.
Rollers and tracks wear down more quickly with mechanical joints degrading over time.
Flush-mount sill creates continuous indoor-outdoor surface.
Higher sill profiles create barriers and limit accessibility.
Flush-mount sill creates continuous indoor-outdoor surface.
Higher sill profiles create barriers and limit accessibility.
The Defender 76LS is recommended for smaller openings (less than 15′ wide).
The Defender 88LS is recommended for larger openings (up to 21′ wide).
Both models are available with two, three or four panels in a variety of interior and exterior finish options.
Our lift and slides undergo rigorous testing in our lab that mirrors NFRS's testing facility. Compare our numbers against others and ask our WindowsGPT about what these specifications mean.
Performance Metric | Defender 76LS | Defender 88LS | ||
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Air Tightness | 0.05 CFM/FT² | 0.01 CFM/FT² | ||
Water Tightness | 10.7 PSF | 10.5 PSF | ||
Structural – Wind Load Resistance | 35 PSF | 60 PSF | ||
NAFS Performance Class & Grade | LC-PG35 & CW-PG30 | LC-PG60 & CW-PG50 | ||
Double | Triple | Double | Triple | |
U-Factor IP | 0.23-0.27 | 0.18 | 0.23-0.27 | 0.17-0.18 |
U-Value SI | 1.30-1.53 | 1.02 | 1.30-1.53 | 0.96-1.02 |
SHGC | 0.18-0.40 | 0.16-0.35 | 0.18-0.41 | 0.16-0.35 |
NAFS performance data is based on the following tested sizes: Defender 76LS – Single Operable – 180" wide x 102" high; Defender 88LS – Single Operable – 120" wide x 98" high. Additional NAFS and NFRC values are available for different glass combinations, options and tested sizes. For additional performance values, visit our website or contact your Product Representative.
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