Rockwood LV-IY Inverted Y Steel Door Louver | 50% Free Air Flow High-Privacy Vent

The Rockwood LV-IY Steel Door Louver is a heavy-duty architectural ventilation solution engineered for both 1-3/4" wood and hollow metal doors. Featuring a specialized inverted "Y" blade design, this louver provides a generous 50% free air flow while maintaining superior privacy and sight-proof security. It serves as a definitive solution for door restoration, adding a professional mitered-frame finish to commercial, industrial, and institutional openings.

Constructed with an 18-gauge galvannealed steel frame, the LV-IY is a critical solution for door security and long-term durability. The precision-mitered frame securely locks the grille assembly in place, offering a flush, clean appearance on both sides of the door. This unit is an essential component for any solution for door surface repair, as the overlapping frame effectively conceals rough cutout edges on 1-3/4" thick doors, providing a seamless architectural look.

Key Features & Performance

• High-Volume HVAC Ventilation: Delivers a consistent 50% free area, ensuring optimal air circulation between rooms—a vital solution for door restoration in mechanical and utility spaces.
  
• Sight-Proof Privacy: The 20-gauge steel blades are shaped into an inverted "Y" profile, which adds structural stiffness and effectively blocks line-of-sight for maximum privacy.
  
• Corrosion-Resistant Galvannealed Steel: Built to withstand high-traffic environments like schools and hospitals, providing a permanent solution for door edge reinforcement.
  
• Burr-Free Safety Edges: The hemmed and shaped blades ensure a safe, high-quality finish that prevents snags and injuries in public corridors.
  
• Flush-Mounted Aesthetic: The precision-mitered corners provide a seamless architectural integration that fits perfectly with modern wood or metal door designs.
  

Technical Details & Specifications

• Brand: Rockwood (Assa Abloy)
• Model Number: LV-IY
• Frame Material: 18-Gauge Galvannealed Steel
  
• Blade Material: 20-Gauge Galvannealed Steel
• Free Area: 50%
• Blade Design: Inverted "Y" (Sight-Proof)
  
• Door Compatibility: Standard 1-3/4" Wood or Metal Doors
• Installation Style: The mitered frame provides a secure, permanent fit. For high-security applications, reinforcing the mounting with thru bolts or tamper-proof fasteners is recommended to ensure the unit cannot be removed from the exterior.
  

Why Choose the Rockwood LV-IY?

The Rockwood LV-IY is the professional’s choice for balancing high-volume airflow with complete visual security. Unlike standard louvers that can feel flimsy, the galvannealed steel construction of the LV-IY provides the industrial-grade strength required for demanding facilities. It offers a permanent and cost-effective solution for door restoration, delivering the structural reliability and polished professional appearance expected from Rockwood architectural hardware.

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