WinGuard Aluminum Series
Miami-Dade NOA
Florida DBPR
Approved
HVHZ
Approved
Impact Rating LMI
Design Pressure +80/-110 psf
NFRC Certified
Made in Florida
PGT WinGuard Aluminum Picture PW7720A
PGT's flagship aluminum impact line, the reference impact-window platform in Florida.
Aluminum impact fixed picture window on the WinGuard 7720 picture platform for unobstructed view installations. Diamond Glass, LMI for HVHZ.
Florida DBPR
Approved
NFRC Certified
Frame finish
Impact protection, built for South Florida
The PW7720A is PGT's WinGuard Aluminum fixed picture window, built on the standalone 7720 picture platform for unobstructed view installations. LMI impact-rated for HVHZ.
- Tested & certified to Miami-Dade HVHZ hurricane standards
- Aluminum frame engineered for strength and durability
- Large-missile impact-rated laminated glass
- Energy-efficient Low-E insulated glass options to control heat gain
- Corrosion-resistant finishes for coastal applications
- Professionally installed across South Florida by Armor Pro
Grille Styles
1" Raised/Flat9/16" Flat Grid-Between-the-Glass
Impact Protection
Tested to withstand hurricane wind-borne debris
Engineered Strength
Built and tested to Florida product-approval standards
Energy Efficient
Low-E insulated glass options reduce heat gain
Corrosion Resistant
Coastal-grade finishes for salt-air durability
Limited Warranty
Manufacturer warranty plus Armor Pro install workmanship
At a Glance
Frame Material
Aluminum
Max Size
42 sq ft
Design Pressure
+80/-110 psf
U-Factor
0.44–0.45
SHGC
0.15–0.22
Visible Trans.
0.14–0.46
Sizes & Pressures
| Configuration | Min size | Max size | Design pressure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural picture, fixed (O) | 14.5 x 14.5 in | 42 sq ft | +80/-110 psf |
Sizes shown are actual DLO frame size.
Glass & Energy Performance
| Glass package | U-Factor | SHGC |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Shield | 0.44 | 0.36 |
| Argon/Energy Shield | 0.4 | 0.36 |
| Energy Shield Max | 0.43 | 0.25 |
| Argon/Energy Shield Max | 0.39 | 0.25 |
| SolarControl LowE2 | 0.44 | 0.23 |
| Argon/SolarControl LowE2 | 0.4 | 0.23 |
U-Factor / SHGC shown without grids; add-grid values vary slightly. Confirm exact ratings for your opening at quote.
Performance Certifications
- 23-0816.02 exp. 2029
- FL243.R30
Frequently Asked Questions
The PW7720A is PGT's WinGuard Aluminum fixed picture window, built on the standalone 7720 picture platform for unobstructed-view installations. Unlike the casement-companion PW740A, it is meant to stand on its own where you want a large, uninterrupted lite of glass rather than a unit mulled to operating windows. It uses PGT's Diamond Glass laminated impact glazing on a 2.75-inch aluminum frame and is LMI impact-rated for the hurricane zone.
Yes. The PW7720A is LMI (Large Missile Impact) rated and carries Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance (NOA) 23-0816.02, valid through February 19, 2029. That approval clears it for installation throughout the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone in Miami-Dade and Broward counties. We confirm the current NOA and the design pressure for your opening at the time of quote.
The PW7720A runs from a minimum of 14.5 by 14.5 inches up to a maximum of 42 square feet of glass area, which is larger than the 32-square-foot maximum on the companion PW740A. At those sizes it carries a design pressure of up to +90/-130 psf for high-wind coastal exposures. We size each unit to your opening and verify the rating before ordering.
The PW7720A uses a 1-inch laminated insulating glass unit and offers Energy Shield, Energy Shield Max, and SolarControl LowE2 packages, with optional argon fill. U-factors range from about 0.39 to 0.47 and SHGC from 0.21 to 0.36 depending on the package and grids, which makes it one of the more energy-efficient picture options in the aluminum line. For South Florida heat, we usually recommend the argon Energy Shield Max or SolarControl LowE2 for the lowest solar heat gain.
The PW7720A comes in White as standard, plus Bronze, Black, and Clear Anodized aluminum frame finishes. Grid options include a 1-inch raised/flat profile or a 9/16-inch flat grid-between-the-glass style if you want a divided-lite look. Because it is a fixed picture window with slim sightlines, many homeowners leave it gridless to maximize the view; we'll show you both options at quote.
Installed cost depends on the size of the lite, the glass package you choose, and the condition of the opening, so Armor Pro provides a free estimate rather than a flat per-window price. Large picture windows near the 42-square-foot maximum and higher-performance glass packages will cost more than smaller units. We'll measure, recommend a glass package for your exposure, and give you a written quote.
WinGuard Aluminum is PGT's flagship aluminum impact line and runs the full operation range on one extrusion platform: single hung, horizontal roller, casement, awning, fixed picture, architectural shapes, plus sliding glass doors and French doors. Because every style shares the same frame family, a whole house can be specified consistently instead of mixing systems opening by opening. It's been PGT's reference impact-window platform in Florida since 1998.
Yes. Every WinGuard Aluminum product is large-missile impact-rated and eligible for the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone, which covers Miami-Dade and Broward counties. The line carries one of the deepest Miami-Dade NOA libraries in the industry, glazed with PGT's Diamond Glass laminated impact glass. The exact design pressure depends on the size and configuration of each opening, which we confirm against the Florida Building Code on your quote.
PGT has built impact windows and doors in Venice, Florida since 1980 and is the largest impact-window and -door manufacturer in the country. It was the first company to develop impact-resistant products that met Miami-Dade County's hurricane code after Hurricane Andrew, and the line is engineered specifically for Florida conditions. PGT is now part of the MITER Brands family, alongside WinDoor, ECO, and NewSouth, but the products are still made in Florida under the PGT name.



