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Single Leaf Vent | Solid

A high-performance smoke and heat vent designed for roof-level stairwells and corridors. The Roof Single Leaf Vent | Solid delivers fast, compliant smoke extraction in applications where natural daylight is not required, with flexible base frame options to suit different project needs. It can be specified with either a Rockwool-insulated aluminium collar (RSL) or a PVC base construction (RSL-R).

System type

Natural
Mechanical
Access

Customisations available

Lead times

Stock: 1–5 working days
Made to order: 3–4 weeks

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On time. Pre-tested. Installation-ready.

At a Glance

Certified to BS EN 12101-2

Approved Document B & Part L compliant

Supplied with fixings for faster install

Wide range of sizes

Opens to 160° in under 60 seconds

Optional roof access feature

Key Features

  • Opens to 160° within 60 seconds for fast smoke and heat extraction 

  • Insulated solid lid with Rockwool insulation for high-performance smoke ventilation 

  • Natural smoke ventilation, mechanical ventilation and roof access capability 

  • Pre-wired 24 V DC actuator supplied for simple installation 

  • Aluminium or PVC base frame options to suit project requirements 

  • Integrated flashings (collar option) for weatherproofing 

  • Modular linking option for larger openings 

  • Optional fall arrest grid and end switches 

  • Durable construction designed for long-term performance

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Sizes & Materials

  • Square or rectangular – standard and bespoke sizes 

  • Standard roof opening range: 

    • Min: 900 × 900 mm 

    • Max: up to 1600 × 2500 mm (aluminium) / 1600 × 2300 mm (PVC) 

  • Insulated solid lid - Rockwool insulation or multiwall 

  • Base frame options: 

    • Aluminium collar with Rockwool insulation 

    • PVC base frame 

  • Internal finish: 

    • Aluminium: Powder-coated white aluminium 

    • PVC: White PVC 

  • External finish: 

    • Powder-coated or mill finish aluminium (RAL colour customisable when using collar) 

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Certifications

  • Certified to BS EN 12101-2 

  • Compliant with BS EN 1873 

  • Approved Document B & Part L compliant 

  • Impact resistance: SB 1200 J 

  • Air permeability: 

    • Aluminium: Class 3 (BS 6375-1) 

    • PVC: Class 2 (BS EN 1873) 

  • Weather tightness: Pass 

  • Wind load resistance: up to 1500 N 

  • Snow load: 

    • Aluminium: 250-2250 N 

    • PVC: SL350–1000 N 

  • Heat resistance: B300 

  • Low temperature operation: -15 °C 

  • Reliability: 10,000 + 1,000 cycles tested 

  • Dual purpose ventilation 

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Description

The Sertus Roof Single Leaf Vent | Solid is a high-performance smoke and heat vent designed for roof-level stairwells and escape routes where natural daylight is not required. Read more

Tech Specs

Opening Performance

Opens to 160° within 60 seconds

Lid Type

Insulated solid lid (Rockwool or multiwall)

Base Frame

Aluminium (Rockwool insulated) or PVC

Certification

BS EN 12101-2 / EN 1873 compliant 

Impact Resistance

SB 1200 J

Air Permeability

Class 3 (Aluminium)

Class 2 (PVC) 

Weather Tightness

Pass 

Wind Load

Up to 1500 N

Snow Load

Up to 250–2250 N (Aluminium)

SL350–1000 N (PVC) 

Heat Resistance

B300

Low Temperature Operation

-15 °C

Thermal Performance

Range: 1.10–1.25 W/(m²·K) (Aluminium)

1.37–2.68 W/(m²·K) (PVC)

Aerodynamic Free Area

Range: 0.50–2.48 m² (Aluminium)

0.20–1.50 m² (PVC) 

Free Area

Range: 0.70–3.90 m² (Aluminium)

0.39–2.89 m² (PVC) 

Actuator

Pre-wired 24 V DC  

Protection Rating

IP45

Reliability

10,000 + 1,000 cycles

Construction Type

Roof-mounted assembly 

Installation

Fully assembled, crane-lift ready 

Options

Insulated base flange (Aluminium), modular linking, end switches, fall arrest grid 

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Lead times apply to the standard specification only. This includes a Rockwool-insulated solid lid (RSL-R/RSL), a white PVC internal finish (RSL-R) or powder-coated (RAL 9010) or mill finish aluminium internal finish (RSL), a mill finish aluminium external finish (RSL/RSL-R), and a 150mm PVC vertical upstand/curb (with or without an aluminium collar) or 300mm vertical aluminium/PVC splayed upstand/curb (RSL/RSL-R). Variations to the standard specification may affect lead times.
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Downloads

Complete Documentation Pack

Download a zip file containing all documents for this product.

  • Technical Data Sheet

  • Technical Data Sheet (U-Value Performance)

  • Installation Guide

  • Operation & Maintenance Manual

  • Declaration of Performance

  • Warranty

  • BIM Model

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Technical Data Sheet

Aluminium Base Frame (RSL)

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Technical Data Sheet

PVC Base Frame (RSL-R)

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Declaration of Performance (DoP)

Aluminium Base Frame (RSL)

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Declaration of Performance (DoP)

PVC Base Frame (RSL-R)

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Installation Guide

Aluminium Base Frame (RSL)

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Installation Guide

PVC Base Frame (RSL-R)

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Operation & Maintenance Manual

Aluminium Base Frame (RSL)

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Operation & Maintenance Manual

PVC Base Frame (RSL-R)

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Warranty

Aluminium Base Frame (RSL)

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Warranty

PVC Base Frame (RSL-R)

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BIM Model

Aluminium Base Frame (RSL)

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BIM Model

PVC Base Frame (RSL-R)

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Videos

Product Video

Roof Single Leaf (RSL) - Product Video

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Product Video

Installing the RSL!

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Can I specify either an aluminium or PVC base?

Yes. The Roof Single Leaf Vent | Solid is available with either a Rockwool-insulated aluminium collar (RSL) or a PVC base construction (RSL-R). The RSL offers enhanced thermal performance and A1-rated construction, while the RSL-R provides a cost-effective alternative for a wide range of smoke ventilation applications.

Can the aerodynamic free area be increased?

Yes. A bespoke wind deflector can be specified to increase the aerodynamic free area where required.

What is the solid lid constructed from?

The Roof Single Leaf Vent | Solid features a fully insulated solid lid, providing robust smoke ventilation where natural daylight is not required. 

Can the opening angle be restricted?

Yes. An opening limiter can be fitted where required. However, restricting the opening below 140° may affect compliance with BS EN 12101-2.

Is the solid lid insulated?

Yes. The solid lid is insulated as standard to help improve thermal performance. 

Can the actuator be supplied on either side of the vent?

Yes. The actuator can be specified on either the left- or right-hand side to suit the project requirements. 

What height should the roof vent upstand be?

The top of the roof vent upstand should be a minimum of 300mm above the finished roof surface. 

Can the Roof Single Leaf Vent be installed on pitched roofs?

Yes. The Roof Single Leaf Vent can be installed on roof pitches of up to 20°. 

Can permanent ladders be installed next to the roof vent?

We do not recommend installing permanent ladders adjacent to roof vents, as they may reduce the aerodynamic free area and affect smoke ventilation performance. 

Are there any safety considerations during installation?

Where roof vents are installed in areas with regular roof access or foot traffic, appropriate edge protection or fall protection measures should be considered in accordance with the project's safety strategy. 

What maintenance does the Roof Single Leaf Vent require?

The Roof Single Leaf Vent is designed to be low maintenance. Routine maintenance typically consists of periodic inspections and cleaning using warm soapy water. 

Can the roof vent be serviced from inside the building?

Routine servicing of the smoke control system, including control panels and call points, is typically carried out from within the building. Some maintenance tasks on the roof vent itself may require roof access. 

Can the actuator be replaced if required?

Yes. If the actuator requires replacement, it can typically be accessed and replaced from the roof without entering the building. 

Is the Roof Single Leaf Vent CE marked?

Yes. Sertus Roof Single Leaf Vents are CE marked in accordance with BS EN 12101-2, the harmonised European standard for natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators. 

Is the Roof Single Leaf Vent BRoof (T4) compliant?

Yes. The Roof Single Leaf Vent is classified BRoof (T4) for external fire performance. 

Does the Roof Single Leaf Vent require a fire rating?

No. Natural smoke vents are designed to extract smoke and heat from a building and are tested to BS EN 12101-2. Unlike smoke control dampers, they are not intended to provide compartmentation and therefore do not require a fire resistance classification. 

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