• Glazing: The skylights use a high-performance, laminated double-glazed unit. The laminated inner pane and toughened outer pane provide durability, excellent thermal insulation, and UV protection. The glass will not fade or discolour over time, unlike acrylic or polycarbonate alternatives.
• Frame: The maintenance-free, anodized, heavy-gauge aluminium frame is designed to withstand harsh Australian climate conditions.
• Design: The FCM offers a low-profile exterior look and a clean, frameless internal finish. It is also designed to effectively block heat buildup.
• Versatility: It can be installed on roofs with a pitch between 0 and 60 degrees. It can be oriented in portrait, landscape, or diamond shapes. Available in 14 sizes.
• Replacement suitability: The skylight can often serve as a superior replacement for older acrylic dome skylights of similar dimensions.

The Velux FCM Fixed Skylight is a cost-effective and low-profile option designed to bring natural light into buildings with flat or low-pitched roofs. The following are its primary benefits: 

Superior performance and durability 

• Built to last: Constructed with a maintenance-free anodised heavy-gauge aluminium frame, the FCM skylight is designed to withstand harsh weather, including the extreme climate variations of Australia.
• High-performance double glazing: Unlike some older acrylic or polycarbonate skylights, the FCM is made with laminated, double-glazed glass that won’t yellow or discolour over time. The inner pane is laminated for safety, and the outer pane is toughened glass.
• Tested for resilience: The skylight has undergone extensive testing for water tightness, high winds, and hail resistance. 

Excellent thermal and UV protection 

• Blocks heat and UV rays: The high-performance double glazing blocks approximately 70% of radiant heat and provides 99% protection from UV rays. This helps protect furniture, flooring, and artwork from fading.
• Improved insulation: The double glazing, which includes a sealed argon gas space and Low-E3 coated glass, enhances the skylight’s thermal insulation properties. This helps to regulate indoor temperatures year-round and can improve the energy efficiency of your home. 

Smart design and aesthetics

• Low profile: The sleek, low-profile exterior gives the skylight a modern, clean look that blends seamlessly with the roofline, unlike bulkier domed alternatives.
• Neat™ coating: The outer glass pane is coated with Neat™ technology, a photocatalytic coating that uses the sun’s UV rays to decompose organic dirt. This coating also makes the glass smoother, so rainwater sheets off evenly, which minimises water spotting and reduces cleaning frequency.
• Versatile installation: The FCM skylight can be installed on roofs with a pitch from 0 to 60 degrees. Its versatility also allows it to be used in portrait, landscape, or even diamond-shaped orientations. 

Cost-effective and low-maintenance 

• Replaces older domes: As a modern and superior product, the FCM is an ideal replacement for older, worn-out acrylic dome skylights, often at a comparable cost.
• Reduced need for artificial light: By introducing abundant natural light, a fixed skylight helps reduce the need for electric lighting during the day, which can lower your energy bills.
• Minimal upkeep: The maintenance-free anodised aluminium frame and self-cleaning Neat™ coating minimise the need for regular maintenance.

Velux fixed skylights on flat roofs: FCM 1430; FCM 2222; FCM 2230; FCM 2234; FCM 2246; FCM 2270; FCM 3030; FCM 3046; FCM 3055; FCM 3434; FCM 3446; FCM 4646; FCM 3072; FCM 4672.