48"x44" - THRUVUE™ INFINITY Gas Strut Window (All aluminum - thermal)

THRUVUE™ INFINITY Gas strut Window (No Sill)

• Window Size: 48"wide x44"tall
• Rough Opening Size: 48½"x44½"
• Jamb Width: 4¼" 
• Install Type: New construction, 1½" nail flange with 1" setback.
• Aluminum Exterior / Aluminum Interior (thermally broken)
• Color: 14 standard powder-coat colors; enter your exterior and interior colors when you order (split finish available)
• Glass Type: (Single Lite) 1" Insulated - Cardinal LoE-366 • 1" IGU - 5mm LoE366/15.9mm Air/5mm Clear • Visible light transmission=64% • Exterior reflectance=11% • Solar heat gain coefficient=0.27 • Winter U-Value=0.30
• Lock: Multipoint locking: Interior center locking handle, ¼ turn locks/unlocks shootbolts into side jambs.  
• Lead time: standard sizes ship in 4 weeks; custom sizes and added features can take 8 weeks or more depending on how complex the design is. Each window is manufactured and tested in Oceanside, CA.
• Available Roll Down Screen – Optional
• Available sill configurations: 8 versions available.
• Split Finish - Different interior or exterior color - No Extra Cost.
• Shop Drawings: After your purchase has been made we will email you detailed shop drawings to verify all dimensions, detail, and color of the window and all its components.
• Standard Drawings: https://www.optvue.com/technical
• Backed by the Optvue Limited Warranty: https://www.optvue.com/warranty
• Product maintenance/care: https://www.optvue.com/care 
• Easy to Understand Installation Instructions, online video, and Live Customer Support.

Thruvue™ Infinity Gas Strut Window

Premium Gas Strut Awning Windows Engineered for Homes, Restaurants & High-End Architecture

Experience the perfect blend of engineering precision and elevated lifestyle design with our custom gas strut windows. Built with architectural-grade aluminum, thermally broken frames, and factory-tuned commercial struts, our windows deliver a seamless, modern indoor-outdoor connection for residential and commercial spaces.

Unlock fresh air, natural light, and an unforgettable open-air experience with a window designed to transform how you live and work.

What Is a Gas Strut Window? | Definition, Benefits & How It Works

A gas strut window (also known as a gas strut awning window or pass-through window) is a top-hinged window that opens upward using precision gas struts. With a smooth, effortless lift, the sash rises to a horizontal position, creating a clean, unobstructed opening.

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Key Benefits of Gas Strut Windows

• Creates a true indoor-outdoor connection

• Provides maximum ventilation and natural light

• Opens with minimal effort

• Acts as a canopy when open

• Ideal for kitchens, bars, restaurants, and service counters

• Adds luxury appeal to any design style

Our gas strut windows are engineered for both aesthetic impact and high-performance usability—indoors or out.

Why Our Gas Strut Windows Are the Best Choice for Homes & Businesses

Engineered Luxury. Architectural Precision. Unmatched Customization.

Our windows stand apart through craftsmanship, performance, and features not found in mass-produced alternatives or competitor offerings.

Top Features & Advantages

• 6063 architectural aluminum with a strong 2.652” thick sash

• Thermally broken sash and frame for superior energy performance

• 1” insulated glass (IGU) with nearly unlimited glass types

• Commercial-grade gas struts, factory-installed and tuned

• Opens from inside or outside

• 90° standard opening with optional custom angles +- 12"

• Oversized & extra-wide configurations, transoms, and flanking windows

• Motorized operation available

• Pivot-operation windows for specialty applications

• Concealed or motorized roll-down screens

• Split-finish color options for architects and designers

• 30,000-cycle strut lifespan

• Fully assembled delivery for easy installation

Every unit is handcrafted and custom-built, ensuring both beauty and performance for decades.

Residential Gas Strut Windows | Kitchens, Patios & Luxury Homes

The Best Kitchen Pass-Through Window for Indoor-Outdoor Living

Gas strut windows have become one of the most desired upgrades in modern home design. They bring openness, airiness, and convenience to any luxury residence.

Perfect Residential Applications

• Kitchen pass-throughs for entertaining

• Indoor-outdoor bars

• Patios, decks, and terraces

• Pool houses and cabanas

• Lake homes, mountain homes, and coastal properties

• Modern renovations & new builds

Standout Residential Projects

• Oversized motorized windows for luxury ocean front and lake houses

• Pivot-operation units in architectural kitchens

• Concealed screen systems for poolside cabanas

• Split-finish designs matching interior and exterior palettes

Create a home environment that feels brighter, larger, and more connected.

Commercial Gas Strut Windows | Restaurants, Bars & Service Counters

Boost Service Efficiency, Customer Experience & Design Appeal

Commercial spaces demand durability, efficiency, and visual impact—and our gas strut windows deliver all three.

Ideal for Commercial Installations

• Restaurants & rooftop bars

• Breweries & tasting rooms

• Coffee shops

• Event venues & stadiums

• Resort clubhouses

• Concession stands & kiosks

• Ticket windows

• High-wind & coastal projects

Commercial Showcase Applications

• Motorized gas strut windows for high-volume service counters

• Structural mullions for coastal wind-load compliance

• Large-format windows for stadiums and event venues

• Split-color frames customized for brand standards

When performance matters, businesses choose our windows for reliability and design prestige.

Gas Strut Window Engineering | Materials, Performance & Testing

Built to Last. Designed to Perform.

Every component is selected for durability, longevity, and top-tier architectural performance.

 

Construction & Materials

• 6063 architectural aluminum

• Thermally broken frame for energy efficiency

• 2.652” sash depth for unmatched rigidity

• 1" insulated glass with Low-E, laminated, tinted, frosted, textured, or specialty options

Operational Performance

• 90° standard opening

• Custom opening angles up to ±12 inches from 90°

• Operable from both sides

• Commercial struts tuned to window weight and size

• Smooth, quiet, controlled motion

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Durability & Testing

• Struts rated for 30,000 open/close cycles

• Wind-load tested (updated results coming Spring 2026)

• Wind-load support available with structural mullions

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Energy Efficiency

• Thermal-break insulation

• Argon-filled IGUs

• Multiple low-emissivity coating options

This is the engineering foundation behind our luxury performance.

Customization Options | Colors, Screens, Glass, Hardware & More

Build a Gas Strut Window That Matches Your Vision Exactly

Every window is made to order - stock sizes, no compromises.

Custom Options Include:

• Manual or motorized gas strut window operation

• Pivot-opening configurations

• Vertical or horizontal mullions

• Split interior/exterior finishes

• Unlimited powder-coated colors

• Premium hardware finishes

• Custom sill pans

• Motorized or concealed roll-down screens

• Flush, no-sill, or raised sill designs

• Glass customization (tinted, laminated, frosted, privacy, textured, etc.)

Your window should be as unique as your space—our customization makes that possible.

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Gas Strut Window Installation Guide | Rough Openings, Flashing & Clearances

Simple, Accurate Installation—Factory Tuned & Fully Assembled

Our windows arrive fully assembled with pre-installed, pre-calibrated struts for a streamlined install.