WinGuard Vinyl Series
Miami-Dade NOA
Florida DBPR
Approved
HVHZ
Approved
Impact Rating LMI
Design Pressure +50/-50 psf
NFRC Certified
Made in Florida
PGT WinGuard Vinyl Casement CA5540
PGT's vinyl impact window family, the best-selling impact vinyl in the U.S.
Vinyl impact outward-swing casement with multi-point lock and nesting handle. Optional TrueHold hinge extends maximum sash height from 75 to 84 inches.
Miami-Dade NOA
Florida DBPR
Approved
HVHZ
Approved
Impact Rating LMI
Design Pressure +50/-50 psf
NFRC Certified
Made in Florida
Frame finish
Impact protection, built for South Florida
The CA5540 is the WinGuard Vinyl outward-swing casement window, with a multi-point lock and nesting handle for flush-frame integration. An optional TrueHold hinge upgrade extends the maximum sash height from 75 inches up to 84 inches. 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
36 x 84 in
Design Pressure
+50/-50 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casement, standard hinge | 17 x 20 in | 36 x 84 in | +50/-50 psf |
| Casement, TrueHold heavy-duty hinge | 17 x 20 in | 36 x 84 in or 40 x 84 in | +65/-70 psf |
Sizes shown are actual DLO frame size.
Glass & Energy Performance
| Glass package | U-Factor | SHGC |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Shield | 0.31 | 0.26 |
| Argon/Energy Shield | 0.28 | 0.26 |
| Energy Shield Max | 0.31 | 0.18 |
| Argon/Energy Shield Max | 0.28 | 0.17 |
| 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
- 25-0710.01 exp. 2030
- FL245.R17
Options
Anchorage
Tested for 9 anchor conditions across 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 CA5540 is PGT's WinGuard Vinyl outward-swing casement window, which cranks open like a door for full top-to-bottom ventilation and a flush-frame look. It works well in living areas, over counters, and in spots where you want a clear view and strong airflow, and its multi-point lock with a fold-away nesting handle seals it tight. We install the CA5540 across South Florida as part of a WinGuard Vinyl whole-home package.
Yes. The CA5540 is LMI impact-rated and HVHZ-approved, carrying Miami-Dade NOA 25-0710.01 and Florida Product Approval FL245.R17, which covers Miami-Dade and Broward installations. It uses laminated impact glazing standard to the WinGuard Vinyl line. We confirm the current approval and how it applies to your opening at the time of quote.
The standard CA5540 casement runs up to 36 by 84 inches with a design pressure of +65/-70 psf. The optional TrueHold heavy-duty hinge is the upgrade that supports the tallest sashes and raises the rating to +70/-110 psf, so it's the choice when you need both height and higher wind-load capacity. We'll confirm whether the standard or TrueHold hinge is right for your opening and the local pressure requirement.
The CA5540 is offered in several glass packages with U-factors from about 0.28 to 0.32 and SHGC from roughly 0.15 to 0.26 on a 7/8-inch laminated insulating glass build. The Argon/Energy Shield Max and SolarControl LowE2 packages push SHGC down near 0.16 to 0.18 for stronger solar-heat rejection in South Florida sun. We'll match the glass package to your sun exposure and energy goals.
Standard CA5540 hardware includes a multi-point locking system, a nesting handle, and a washable hinge, with options for the TrueHold heavy-duty hinge, an egress hinge, and a vent limiter that restricts the opening to a 4-inch sphere for child-safety. Frame finishes include White (standard), Beige, Bronze, Black, and two-tone Black/White or Bronze/White. If you need a bedroom egress window, we'll spec the egress hinge so it meets the opening requirement.
There's no single price for the CA5540 because the installed cost depends on the size, whether you add the TrueHold or egress hinge, the glass package, and the condition of the existing opening. The CA5540 has been tested across 13 anchor conditions for concrete, metal, and wood substrates, so we can anchor it properly to your wall type. Armor Pro gives a free, no-obligation estimate; we'll measure and price the casement 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.