Da-Lite > Product Information > Specifications > Factory Frames For Rear Projection Screens   Factory Frames For Rear Projection Screens   FACTORY FRAMED SCREENS For installation ease, rear projection screens are available in factory frames. All frames are of 6063-T5 aluminum alloy with 204-A1R1 anodized finish. Framed screens are shipped as a complete assembly. Easily installed in finished openings by carpenters, framed screens eliminate on-site glazing cost.   TO INSTALL: Set screen in opening. Trim out with decor matched moldings. Note: Self Trimming Frame requires no trim-out. Shim when necessary.   SELECT THE FRAME DELUXE FRAME Impressive architectural design adds sophistication to every installation. Heavy-duty box frame construction of 2 3/4" x 3" (70 mm x 76 mm) rectangular dovetailed tube of .125" (3.18 mm) wall thickness is secured at the corners with self-tapping screws and mounting clips of .125" aluminum channel. Dovetailed design eliminates light leaks without caulking. Ideal for larger, heavier glass or acrylic screens in 1/2" thickness up to 10' x 20' glass and 9' x 18' acrylic. Available black finish. Custom painted finishes are available for an extra cost. Frame dimension equals viewing area plus 5 1/2". SELF TRIMMING FRAME elf Trimming feature eliminates the need for finish trim and makes for a fast and easy installation. Built-in 1 1/2" wide finished molding to hide opening. Recommended for use with 1/4" Da-Plex in sizes up to 6'x12' and 1/4" Da-Glas in sizes up to 6'x8' also recommended for 3/8" Da-Plex in sizes up to 9'x16' and 3/8" Da-Glas in sizes up to 6'x8'. Consult factory for larger sizes. Available in black anodized finish. Adds 5 7/8" to overall viewing area. Frame insert size equals viewing area plus 2 7/8". STANDARD FRAME Same rugged construction and design as Deluxe Frame, but with a smaller base tube, 2" x 1 3/4" (50.8 mm x 45 mm). For screen panels up to 6' x 10' x 3/8". Standard factory framed screens are captured by two glass stops, centered and mounted to the base frame. Screens are positioned in frames with setting blocks on each screen edge and are centered between the faces of the glass stops with flexible extruded gaskets. Available in black finish. Custom painted finishes are available for an extra cost. Frame dimension equals viewing area plus 4". BASE FRAME Recommended for use with 1/4" Da-Plex in sizes up to 48 square feet and 1/4" Da-Glas in sizes up to 20 square feet. Lightweight extruded aluminum U-channel. 23.81 mm wall thickness and weighs approximately 5 oz. per linear foot (.142 kg/m). Secured at the corners with self-tapping screws and mounting clips. Mitered corners eliminate rear light leaks without caulking. Available in black finish. Custom painted finishes are available for an extra cost. Frame dimension equals viewing area plus 2 1/2".   SPECIFY THE SIZE OF FRAMED SCREENS The customer must specify overall size of the frame (not size of opening) and must be careful to allow for the space required to fit screen into opening.   FRAMING DETAIL FACTORY-INSTALLED FRAME Framed Da-Lite Da-Glas, Da-Plex, and Da-View in-wall rear projection screens should be mounted in a vertical position, resting on the bottom of the frame on a suitably reinforced surface in an apeture in a wall or partition. The unit should be shimmed and fixed in position with appropriate moldings to lock the framed panel in position.   For pricing information, please contact Media Fabricators, Inc. via e-mail at [email protected] or via telephone at 323 937 3344.