50mm Double Disc MB50 System

Metroview Point-Fix System

(Side Fix)

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The Double Disc MB50 (Metroview Point-Fix) series is a range of disc fittings for point fixing cantilevered glass balustrades. Round and square cover plate options are available.

  • Fully adjustable during installation: A multi-directional wall aligning adjustment option is available for easier glass alignment and faster installations.
  • Engineered: solid 316 Marine Grade stainless steel anchor fixing.

SAFELITE® EVA Toughened Laminated Safety Glass

Glass Thickness

(Nominal mm)

Inner Layer of Glass

(Nominal mm)

Interlayer Thickness

(Nominal mm) and Type

Outer Layer Glass Thickness

(Nominal mm)
15.2 8 1.2 EVA 6
17.2 8 1.2 EVA 8

Brackets are required when specifying Laminated Structural Glass with a EVA Interlayer (minimum panel widths apply)

SAFELITE® STF (Sentry®) Toughened Laminated Safety Glass with rigid interlayer

Glass Thickness

(Nominal mm)

Inner Layer of Glass

(Nominal mm)

Interlayer Thickness

(Nominal mm) and Type

Outer Layer Glass Thickness

(Nominal mm)
13.52 6 1.52 Sentry® 6
17.52 8 1.52 Sentry® 8
21.52 10 1.52 Sentry® 10

An interlinking rail is not required when specifying SAFELITE® STF (Sentry®) interlayer. (minimum panel widths apply).

*Note: Inner layer refers to the balcony side.

Key Features

  • The DoubleDisc MB50 Balustrade System is side fixed for (face) mounted applications. 
  • Range of options from a contemporary squared edge look through to the latest adjustable spacer option.

Material Finish

  • Made from 316 grade stainless steel.
  • Available in machined, satin or polished finish.
  • Powdercoated upon request. Note: Powder coating is available in a wide range of colours with commercially available surface integrity warranties from 10 to 30 years.
  • All fixings must be Stainless Steel.

Occupancy Type

  • Suitable for occupancy types A, A Other B, E, and C3.
  • Occupancy Types as per AS/NZ 1170.1.2002.

Windzone

  • Exceeds the wind loading for all Wind Zones up to and Including Extra High Wind Zone as set out in NZS 3604:2011.
  • Max design Wind pressure subject to glass type and fixing method.

The system is glazed with Metro Performance Glass, as follows:

  • TEMPAFLOAT® 12mm & 15mm nominal thickness, monolithic toughened safety glass, with an interlinking rail.
  • SAFELITE® EVA 15.2mm & 17.2mm nominal thickness, toughened laminated safety glass, with either an interlinking rail or stiffener brackets.
  • SAFELITE® STF (Sentry®) 13.52mm & 17.52mm nominal thickness, toughened laminated safety glass with sentry interlayer. No rail or bracket required subject to minimum width met.

Interlinking Hand Rail

  • All monolithic toughened frameless glass balustrades must have an Interlinking Rail to conform to NZS 4223.3.2016, including the latest amendment of NZBC B1.

Compliance

  • Complies with AS/NZS 1170:2002, NZS 4223.3.2016, NZ Building Code B1, F2, F4 and F9.

Scope of Use

  • The DoubleDisc Anchor is a 50mm diameter traditional stainless steel anchor fixing offering, ideal for those seeking a more industrial looking Frameless Glass Balustrade aesthetic.
  • The 30mm long body sets the 12mm/17.52mm toughened glass panels out from the deck to assist with water draining and cleaning.
  • The DoubleDisc Anchor system is ideal for external balconies and stairs - as well as for internal stairs and landings. It can be fixed directly to either timber, steel or concrete surfaces.
  • An interlinking top rail finishes off the system, producing a low profile modern look.

      

Balustrade Stiffener Brackets – for aligning and stiffening panels

Support Inquiries

  • Metro Technical email technical@metroglass.co.nz