WinGuard Vinyl Series
Miami-Dade NOA
Florida DBPR
Approved
HVHZ
Approved
Impact Rating LMI
Design Pressure +65/-70 psf
NFRC Certified
Made in Florida
PGT WinGuard Vinyl Awning AW5540
PGT's vinyl impact window family, the best-selling impact vinyl in the U.S.
Vinyl impact top-hinged awning with multi-point lock and nesting handle. Available as single sash or vertically mulled in X over X configurations.
Miami-Dade NOA
Florida DBPR
Approved
HVHZ
Approved
Impact Rating LMI
Design Pressure +65/-70 psf
NFRC Certified
Made in Florida
Frame finish
Impact protection, built for South Florida
The AW5540 is the WinGuard Vinyl top-hinged awning window, with a multi-point lock and nesting handle. Available as a single sash or vertically mulled in an X over X configuration. LMI impact-rated for HVHZ installations.
- Tested & certified to Miami-Dade HVHZ hurricane standards
- Vinyl frame engineered for strength and durability
- Large-missile impact-rated laminated glass
- Energy-efficient Low-E insulated glass options to control heat gain
- Professionally installed across South Florida by Armor Pro
Configurations
X = operable panel (it opens) · O = fixed panel (doesn’t open). Panels read left‑to‑right as viewed from outside (hung windows read top‑to‑bottom). Example: XO = operable on the left, fixed on the right.
Grille Patterns
Grille Styles
9/16" Flat Grid-Between-the-Glass13/16" Flat Grid-Between-the-Glass1" Contour 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
Limited Warranty
Manufacturer warranty plus Armor Pro install workmanship
At a Glance
Frame Material
Vinyl
Max Size
60 x 42 in or 36 x 84 in
Design Pressure
+65/-70 psf
U-Factor
0.29
SHGC
0.16–0.25
Visible Trans.
0.1–0.44
Sizes & Pressures
| Configuration | Min size | Max size | Design pressure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single awning vent | 21.25 x 16 in | 60 x 42 in or 36 x 84 in | +65/-70 psf |
Sizes shown are actual DLO frame size.
Glass & Energy Performance
| Glass package | U-Factor | SHGC |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Shield | 0.32 | 0.26 |
| Argon/Energy Shield | 0.29 | 0.26 |
| Energy Shield Max | 0.31 | 0.18 |
| Argon/Energy Shield Max | 0.28 | 0.18 |
| SolarControl LowE2 | 0.32 | 0.17 |
| Argon/SolarControl LowE2 | 0.29 | 0.17 |
U-Factor / SHGC shown without grids; add-grid values vary slightly. Confirm exact ratings for your opening at quote.
Performance Certifications
- 25-0801.07 exp. 2030
- FL2766.R19
Options
Anchorage
Tested for 16 anchor conditions across block/masonry, concrete, metal, wood substrates. See the NOA & installation instructions for the full schedule.
Related Products
More models in the WinGuard Vinyl Series.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The AW5540 is PGT's WinGuard Vinyl top-hinged awning window, which swings open from the bottom and stays open for ventilation even during light rain. It's a good fit over kitchen sinks, in bathrooms, above other windows, and in high or hard-to-reach spots because the nesting handle folds away and the multi-point lock secures it. We install it as a single sash or vertically mulled in an X-over-X stack where you want stacked venting.
Yes. The AW5540 is LMI impact-rated and HVHZ-approved, carrying Miami-Dade NOA 25-0801.07 and Florida Product Approval FL2766.R19. That approval covers it for Miami-Dade and Broward installations. We confirm the current approval and the conditions that apply to your specific opening when we quote.
A single AW5540 awning vent runs from a minimum of about 21.25 by 16 inches up to a maximum of 60 by 42 inches, with a design pressure rated up to +70/-110 psf. The awning is built on PGT's 3-1/2-inch vinyl frame platform. We'll confirm the exact size and pressure rating your opening needs against the local wind-load requirements at quote.
The AW5540 is available in glass packages with U-factors from about 0.28 to 0.32 and SHGC ranging from roughly 0.15 to 0.26 on a 7/8-inch laminated insulating glass build. For solar-heat control, the Argon/Energy Shield Max and SolarControl LowE2 packages bring SHGC down into the 0.15 to 0.18 range, which helps cut cooling load in our climate. We'll walk you through which package fits your sun exposure and budget.
Every AW5540 includes a multi-point locking system, a fold-away nesting handle, and a washable hinge as standard, which makes the awning easy to operate and clean. Frame finishes include White (standard), Beige, Bronze, Black, and two-tone Black/White or Bronze/White, plus several grid options. We coordinate the hardware finish and grids so the awning matches the rest of your WinGuard Vinyl windows.
The AW5540 has been tested across 20 anchor conditions covering block and masonry, concrete, metal, and wood substrates, so we can anchor it correctly whether your wall is CMU, concrete, or wood-framed. Installed cost depends on the size, the glass package, single versus mulled configuration, and the condition of the existing opening, so there's no flat price. Armor Pro gives a free estimate; we'll measure the opening and price the AW5540 for your project.
WinGuard Vinyl is the vinyl version of PGT's flagship impact line and the best-selling impact vinyl in the country. It carries the same Diamond Glass laminated impact glazing and HVHZ approvals as the aluminum line, but on a 3-1/2 inch welded vinyl frame that insulates better and never needs paint. The difference comes down to span and pressure: aluminum handles the oversized and highest-load openings, vinyl handles the rest at a lower installed cost. Many projects use both under the WinGuard name.
Yes. WinGuard Vinyl is large-missile impact-rated and eligible for Miami-Dade and Broward HVHZ installation, carrying Miami-Dade Notices of Acceptance across its operation styles. It's the line we install most often on standard South Florida residential replacements because it clears the code, costs less than aluminum, and runs tighter thermally. The exact wind rating depends on the size and configuration, which we confirm on the 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.