VLX 500 Sliding Window

VLX 500 Sliding Window in San Antonio, TX | Hale Windows San Antonio

The VLX 500 Sliding Window is a high-performance aluminum sliding system built around two things San Antonio homeowners keep asking for: clean sightlines and a window that opens without a fight. The frame carries a 0.079″ wall thickness, which gives it structural stiffness without the bulky look of older aluminum extrusions. Hale Windows San Antonio is an authorized ViewLux installation partner, which means we order the product directly, install it to AAMA standards, and stand behind the work. If you’re pricing a window replacement in Alamo Heights, Stone Oak, or anywhere across the greater San Antonio area, call us at (361) 348-8929 for a straight quote.

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Product Overview – VLX 500 Sliding Window

The VLX 500 is designed for people who want a window that feels substantial but looks minimal. The profile width measures 1.97″, noticeably slimmer than bulky commercial-grade frames, yet the 0.079″ wall thickness keeps the extrusion rigid enough for large horizontal openings. That combination matters in San Antonio, where big sliding windows facing a backyard patio or a Hill Country view are common design moves.

This is a high-performance aluminum sliding system available in two configurations: a standard 2-track and a wider 3-track. The 3-track version gives you three sashes sliding on three parallel rails, which allows a wider opening span and more flexible ventilation control. The sash glides on a track system that’s engineered for smooth operation year after year, even with the fine dust and pollen that San Antonio air carries in spring.

Architecturally, the VLX 500 fits modern and transitional homes particularly well. The slim frame puts more glass in the opening and less metal around it. Buyers choose this series when they want a sliding window that doesn’t look like an afterthought in a living room or kitchen. It holds its own next to contemporary stucco, limestone accents, and the mixed-material exteriors you see throughout neighborhoods like Terrell Hills and King William.

What makes the aluminum worthwhile is the thermal break built into the frame. Without it, metal conducts heat straight into your house in August. With it, the VLX 500 performs like a far more expensive window, and that performance is NFRC-rated so you can compare actual numbers before you commit.

Technical Specifications

Here’s the VLX 500 Sliding Window in plain numbers, with installation-ready details that matter when you’re comparing quotes in San Antonio:

• Frame material: Extruded aluminum with thermal break technology
• Wall thickness: 0.079″
• Profile width: 1.97″
• Track configurations: 2-Track and 3-Track
• Glass options: Clear, Frosted, Low-E, Tempered, Laminated
• Color and finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood
• Screen options: Retractable Screen, Sliding Screen
• Performance ratings: NFRC-rated energy performance; AAMA 2400/2410 installation compliance; AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant on all perimeter joints
• Durability ratings: Airtightness, waterproofing, mist prevention, and sound control all tested to meet or exceed standard aluminum system benchmarks
• Impact option: Impact-resistant laminated glass available for windborne debris zones

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency
The VLX 500 uses a thermal break in the aluminum frame, which separates the interior and exterior metal so heat doesn’t transfer directly through the extrusion. The result is an NFRC-rated window that holds its own against San Antonio’s 100-degree summers. Low-E glass adds another layer of heat rejection, which keeps your cooling bill from spiking every July.

Acoustic Performance
Aluminum frames with a tight seal and quality glazing reduce outside noise more than people expect. For homes along Loop 410, I-10, or busy corridors like Bandera Road, the VLX 500 with laminated glass cuts traffic noise noticeably. Sound control ratings are tested, and we can walk you through which glass option makes the biggest difference for your specific lot.

Airtightness & Weather Seal
The sliding sash locks against weatherstripping along the full perimeter, and the frame is designed to resist air leakage under wind pressure. On installation, we seal every perimeter joint with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam, which fills gaps completely without warping the frame. That’s the difference between a window that passes inspection and one that quietly leaks conditioned air for a decade.

Waterproofing
San Antonio gets sudden, heavy downpours, so water management is a real concern. The VLX 500 has weep channels and a track design that directs water outward rather than trapping it. Combined with our AAMA 2400/2410-compliant installation process, the window sheds water properly instead of letting it pool inside the track or find its way into your wall cavity.

Wind Resistance
The window is wind-load rated for local climate requirements. In San Antonio, that means handling gusty spring storms and the occasional severe thunderstorm without flexing, rattling, or compromising the seal. For homes in areas where impact protection is a consideration, laminated impact-resistant glass is available as an upgrade.

Security & Hardware
The VLX 500 uses a locking mechanism that engages securely when the sash is closed, and the aluminum extrusion resists forced entry better than vinyl frames. The added wall thickness of 0.079″ makes the frame harder to pry, and the sliding track design keeps the sash seated firmly so it can’t be lifted out of the track from outside.

Color & Glass Options

The VLX 500 comes in six finishes. Premium Black and Anodized Silver lean modern, working well with the contemporary builds you see in newer subdivisions around San Antonio. Pure White and Champagne suit traditional and transitional homes, while Bronze and Teak Wood read warmer and pair nicely with Hill Country style homes that use stone and wood accents. All finishes are baked or anodized to resist fading under Texas sun exposure.

Glass selection depends on what the window faces. Clear glass keeps the price low and suits windows with minimal sun exposure. Frosted works in bathrooms and side yards where you want privacy without blinds. Low-E is the default upgrade for San Antonio, reflecting heat while keeping visible light. Tempered meets code for windows near doors and low sill heights. Laminated glass adds impact resistance and serious noise reduction, making it the right choice for storm-facing walls or loud streets.

Screen options include a standard sliding screen and a retractable screen that disappears into the frame when you’re not using it. Retractable screens are popular in San Antonio because they keep the clean look of the VLX 500 intact when the window is closed.

Installation by Hale Windows San Antonio in San Antonio

A well-made window installed poorly will leak, bind, and void the manufacturer warranty. We’ve seen it happen often enough in San Antonio, where fast flips and lowest-bid jobs leave homeowners with windows that fog, stick, or let water in at the first hard rain. That’s why our installation process for the VLX 500 is methodical and never rushed.

We start with a pre-install inspection of the rough opening. We check the framing for rot, water damage, and out-of-square conditions before any window goes in. The VLX 500 gets set level, plumb, and square, which matters more on a sliding window than most people realize. If the frame is racked even slightly, the sash will bind or drift. We don’t let that happen.

Every perimeter joint is sealed with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam. This is a specific standard, not generic caulk. The foam expands just enough to fill the gap between the window frame and the rough opening, forming an airtight, waterproof seal without bowing the extrusion. After the foam cures, we flash and seal per AAMA 2400/2410 installation standards, which cover the full spectrum of field installation requirements for windows in this climate.

San Antonio’s climate adds its own pressure. High heat, humidity swings, and intense UV exposure all test window seals over time. Installing to AAMA standards means the VLX 500 continues to perform through those cycles. We finish with a water test on every unit, then clean the job site. You shouldn’t be able to tell we were there except for the new window in the wall.

One more thing: improper installation voids the factory warranty. If a handyman or a general contractor slaps the window in without following AAMA standards, ViewLux has no obligation to cover failures down the road. Hale Windows San Antonio installs every VLX 500 as an authorized partner, which keeps your warranty intact.

Frequently Asked Questions – VLX 500 Sliding Window

Get a Quote – VLX 500 Sliding Window in San Antonio

Ready to price the VLX 500 for your San Antonio home? Call Hale Windows San Antonio at (361) 348-8929. We’ll schedule a free on-site measurement, walk you through glass and finish options, and give you a written line-item quote with no change orders down the road. Whether it’s one window or twenty, the process starts with a phone call.

Written by the team at Hale Windows San Antonio, authorized ViewLux installation partner serving San Antonio, TX.