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1″ Aluminum Slat For Glass

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A powder-coated 6063-T6 horizontal aluminum channel profile for 1/4″ glass, acrylic, aluminum sheet, laser-cut panels, and hog-wire mesh. Available online in 6′ and 8′ lengths.

Price range: $28.94 through $46.05

Build clean, modern panel sections with the 1″ Aluminum Slat For Glass, a purpose-built horizontal aluminum channel profile that installs between Alumission posts at the top and bottom of the opening. Its integrated 0.250″-wide channel receives compatible 1/4″ panel material and helps create a neat, continuous frame with a finished architectural appearance.

The channel is designed for far more than clear glass. Use it with compatible 1/4″ glass, acrylic, solid aluminum sheet, laser-cut decorative aluminum panels, or properly prepared wire mesh. Clear, frosted, tinted, colored, patterned, or opaque panel options let you balance privacy, light, airflow, and design—subject to the material choices available from your panel supplier.

For glass or acrylic fencing, install this profile horizontally as the top and bottom frame members. Along the two vertical sides, use the Aluminum Post Cover For Glass to reduce the post’s standard 0.803″ channel to a 0.250″ receiving channel. Together, the horizontal slat and vertical post covers create a coordinated four-sided frame for compatible 1/4″ material.

For decorative privacy panels, the same profile can capture a full aluminum sheet or a custom laser-cut design. It can also be incorporated into a hog-wire fence or wire-mesh panel when the prepared panel edge fits the 0.250″ channel and all cut wire ends are safely contained. Always verify the actual finished panel thickness, edge condition, clearances, and required setting materials before fabrication.

Extruded from 6063-T6 aluminum and finished in Alumission’s durable powder-coated colors, this profile is suited to outdoor fence, gate, privacy-screen, and architectural infill projects. It is lightweight, corrosion resistant, noncombustible, and can be cut to project length with appropriate aluminum-cutting equipment.

Product Highlights

  • Integrated 0.250″ channel for compatible 1/4″ panel material
  • 0.500″ channel depth for secure panel engagement
  • Designed as a horizontal top or bottom frame profile
  • Works with glass, acrylic, aluminum sheet, laser-cut panels, and compatible wire mesh
  • Coordinates with Aluminum Post Cover For Glass on vertical post channels
  • 6063-T6 aluminum construction
  • Durable powder-coated finish for exterior applications
  • Lightweight, corrosion resistant, cuttable, and noncombustible

Common Applications

  • Framed 1/4″ glass fence panels
  • Colored, tinted, frosted, or clear acrylic privacy panels
  • Solid 1/4″ aluminum sheet infill
  • Laser-cut decorative aluminum panels
  • Hog-wire and compatible wire-mesh fencing
  • Gate panels and custom architectural infill
  • Privacy screens, wind screens, and decorative dividers
  • Residential and commercial aluminum fence systems
Design Flexibility

One Channel. Multiple 1/4″ Panel Materials.

Choose the panel material that delivers the right combination of visibility, privacy, airflow, and style for your project.

Glass

Create a refined, open appearance with compatible 1/4″ safety glass. Clear, frosted, tinted, colored, and patterned options may be available from your glass supplier.

Acrylic

Use compatible 1/4″ acrylic for a lightweight panel solution. Clear, translucent, frosted, tinted, or opaque colors can support many privacy and design goals.

Solid or Laser-Cut Aluminum

Capture a full 1/4″ aluminum sheet for maximum screening, or use a laser-cut decorative panel to introduce patterns, light, and controlled visibility.

Wire Mesh or Hog Wire

Frame compatible wire mesh for a modern hog-wire fence look. The finished panel edge must fit the 0.250″ channel, and every cut wire end must be safely captured.

System Planning

Complete the 1/4″ Frame on All Four Sides

Use the correct horizontal and vertical profiles so the panel is supported consistently around the opening.

Horizontal Top and Bottom

Use this 1″ Aluminum Slat For Glass between posts as the top and bottom frame members. Its built-in 0.250″ channel receives the horizontal panel edges.

Panel and Setting Materials

Glass, acrylic, sheet metal, wire mesh, gaskets, setting blocks, sealants, fasteners, and other installation materials are selected for the project and sold separately.

Measure Before Fabrication

Confirm the actual panel thickness, edge finish, required engagement, expansion clearance, drainage, support, and local code requirements before cutting profiles or panels.

Included: One 1″ Aluminum Slat For Glass in the selected length and finish.

Sold separately: Aluminum Post Cover For Glass, posts, glass, acrylic, aluminum sheet, wire mesh, gaskets, setting blocks, sealants, screws, caps, and all installation hardware.

Phone-order lengths: 10′ lengths are available by phone order only. They cannot be purchased online, and shipping charges may apply.

Technical Specifications

1″ Aluminum Slat For Glass

Profile dimensions and 1/4-inch panel-channel measurements from the engineering drawing.

Overall profile size
1.000″ high × 0.803″ wide
Panel channel width
0.250″
Panel channel depth
0.500″
Bottom opening
0.276″
Wall thickness
0.065″
Material
6063-T6 aluminum
Weight
Approximately 0.339 lb/ft
Online lengths
6′ and 8′
Phone-order length
10′
Available finishes
Black, Bronze, White, Dark Gray, Light Gray

Planning note: Dimensions are nominal and normal extrusion tolerances apply. Confirm actual panel thickness, coatings, protective films, edge treatment, required clearances, and any gasket or setting material before fabrication.

Questions & Answers

1″ Aluminum Slat For Glass Questions & Answers

Answers about glass, acrylic, aluminum sheet, hog-wire mesh, compatibility, dimensions, installation, finishes, ordering, and care.

Product & Applications

What is the 1″ Aluminum Slat For Glass?

It is a horizontal 6063-T6 aluminum channel profile used between Alumission posts as a top or bottom frame member. Its integrated 0.250″ channel receives compatible 1/4″ panel material.

What is this profile mainly used for?

It is mainly used to frame 1/4″ glass or acrylic panels, but it can also be used with compatible aluminum sheet, laser-cut decorative panels, and properly prepared wire mesh.

Is it installed horizontally or vertically?

This profile is designed primarily for horizontal installation at the top and bottom of a panel opening. For the vertical panel edges, use the Aluminum Post Cover For Glass on the post channels.

How is it different from the regular 1″ Aluminum Slat?

The regular 1″ slat is solid infill for privacy or decorative fence layouts. This Slat For Glass has an integrated 0.250″ receiving channel specifically intended to capture compatible panel material.

Can it be used for fence and gate panels?

Yes. It can be incorporated into properly designed fence, gate, privacy-screen, and architectural infill assemblies. The complete frame, post spacing, hardware, and panel material must suit the project.

Can it be used for residential and commercial projects?

Yes, when the complete system is designed and installed for the project conditions and applicable codes. Confirm engineering and code requirements where structural or guard applications are involved.

Panel Materials & Design Options

Can it be used with glass panels?

Yes. The 0.250″ channel is intended for compatible 1/4″ glass. Use appropriate safety glazing, setting materials, clearances, and installation methods required by the panel supplier and local code.

What glass colors and finishes can I use?

You may use compatible clear, frosted, tinted, colored, patterned, or other 1/4″ glass options available from your glass supplier. Verify the exact finished thickness before ordering or cutting the frame.

Can it be used with acrylic panels?

Yes. Compatible 1/4″ acrylic can be used in clear, frosted, tinted, translucent, or opaque colors available from the acrylic supplier. Allow for the material’s expansion and installation requirements.

Can it hold a solid aluminum sheet?

Yes. A compatible 1/4″ aluminum sheet can create a solid privacy or architectural infill panel. Confirm actual thickness, edge condition, weight, and required support.

Can I use a laser-cut aluminum panel?

Yes. A compatible 1/4″ laser-cut aluminum panel can create a decorative pattern while the channel provides a clean framed edge. The design and remaining material must be strong enough for the application.

Can it be used with wire mesh or hog wire?

Yes, when the prepared wire-mesh panel edge fits the 0.250″ channel. All cut wire ends must be safely contained, and the mesh must be framed and supported for the intended fence application.

Can I use any material that is 1/4″ thick?

Many suitable 1/4″ materials can work, but nominal thickness alone does not guarantee fit. Check the actual finished thickness, coatings, protective film, edge shape, expansion, stiffness, weight, and outdoor suitability.

Is the glass, acrylic, sheet, or mesh panel included?

No. The panel material is sold separately and should be selected and fabricated for your specific opening and installation.

Dimensions & System Compatibility

What is the overall profile size?

The nominal profile size is 1.000″ high × 0.803″ wide.

What size is the panel channel?

The nominal panel channel is 0.250″ wide and 0.500″ deep.

What is the wall thickness?

The nominal wall thickness shown on the profile drawing is 0.065″.

What is the bottom opening size?

The nominal bottom opening shown on the drawing is 0.276″.

How much does the profile weigh?

The profile weighs approximately 0.339 lb per linear foot. Actual shipping weight can vary with length, finish, packaging, and normal manufacturing tolerances.

Which profile is used on the vertical sides?

Use the Aluminum Post Cover For Glass on the vertical post channels. It reduces the post’s 0.803″ channel to a 0.250″ receiving channel for compatible 1/4″ material.

Does the Aluminum Post Cover For Glass fit inside this horizontal slat?

No. They perform complementary jobs in the complete frame: this slat captures the top and bottom panel edges, while the Post Cover For Glass reduces the vertical channels in the posts.

Installation & Project Planning

How is the panel framed on all four sides?

Use this 1″ Aluminum Slat For Glass horizontally at the top and bottom. Use Aluminum Post Cover For Glass in the post channels on the left and right sides to create a coordinated 0.250″ receiving frame.

How do I determine the panel size?

Measure the finished frame opening and account for the required channel engagement, setting blocks, gaskets, expansion, drainage, fabrication tolerances, and clearances specified for the selected panel material.

Do I need tempered or laminated glass?

Safety-glazing requirements depend on the application and local code. Glass used in fences, gates, guards, or areas exposed to impact may require tempered, laminated, or otherwise approved safety glass. Confirm with the glass supplier and local authority.

Are gaskets, setting blocks, or sealant required?

Requirements depend on the panel material and system design. Glass and acrylic commonly need appropriate setting, isolation, cushioning, drainage, or sealing materials. Follow the panel supplier’s instructions and applicable code.

Are fasteners and installation accessories included?

No. Posts, Post Cover For Glass, panel material, gaskets, setting blocks, sealants, screws, caps, and installation hardware are sold separately.

Can the aluminum profile be cut to size?

Yes. Cut it with suitable aluminum-cutting equipment and a fine-tooth blade. Measure carefully, support the extrusion, wear appropriate protection, and deburr every cut edge before assembly.

What should I check before ordering?

Confirm the finished opening, panel material and actual thickness, horizontal and vertical channel engagement, chosen finish, profile lengths, cut plan, hardware, drainage, wind exposure, and local code requirements.

Finish, Outdoor Use & Maintenance

What colors are available?

Available finishes are Black, Bronze, White, Dark Gray, and Light Gray.

Is the profile powder coated?

Yes. The exterior aluminum is powder coated for a durable, coordinated finish with compatible Alumission components.

Will every powder-coated part be the same color?

Yes. Mass-production powder coating is very accurate. For the best visual match, compare all components together before final assembly.

Can this profile be used outdoors?

Yes. The 6063-T6 aluminum construction and powder-coated finish are suitable for outdoor use when the complete panel system is properly designed, drained, installed, and maintained.

Will a cut edge rust?

No. Aluminum does not rust like steel.

How should I clean the powder-coated finish?

Wash with mild soap and clean water using a soft cloth or sponge. Rinse well and avoid abrasive pads, harsh solvents, and aggressive chemicals.

Do cut edges need touch-up paint?

Touch-up is optional for appearance and added surface protection. Aluminum will not rust like steel, but an exposed cut edge will not have the same powder-coated finish.

Ordering, Lengths & Shipping

What lengths are available online?

6′ and 8′ lengths are available for online purchase in the listed finishes, subject to current stock.

Can I order a 10′ length?

Yes. The 10′ length can be ordered by phone with an Alumission representative. It cannot be purchased online, and shipping charges may apply.

Why is the 10′ option visible but not clickable?

It is shown so customers know the longer profile is available. Because long-profile shipping must be reviewed, the 10′ length is handled by phone rather than online checkout.

Is the listed price for one profile?

Yes. The price shown after selecting a purchasable length and color is for one profile in that exact variation unless the product page states otherwise.

Can long-profile shipping cost extra?

Yes. Oversize packaging, carrier restrictions, destination, and order quantity can affect shipping. An Alumission representative will review applicable shipping charges for phone orders.

Can a cut or modified profile be returned?

Cut, drilled, installed, damaged, or otherwise modified material may not be eligible for return. Review the current return policy and confirm all measurements before fabrication.

Performance & Safety

Is this product fireproof?

Yes. The aluminum profile is noncombustible. Fire performance of the complete assembly also depends on the panel, gaskets, sealants, finishes, and adjoining materials.

Is the profile structural by itself?

No. This extrusion is a panel-retaining frame component, not a complete structural system by itself. Posts, spans, foundations, connections, panel weight, wind loads, and code requirements must be considered together.

Can it be used around pools or as a guard?

Potentially, but pool barriers and guards have strict rules for height, openings, climbability, loads, glazing, and hardware. The complete assembly must be designed and installed to meet every applicable local requirement.

Who should install the system?

A qualified installer familiar with aluminum framing and the selected panel material is recommended, especially for glass, large panels, gates, elevated guards, or code-regulated applications.

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