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Installing CAMEC Windows - DIY Guide

Article by Peter Smith - Caravans Plus
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1. CAMEC Window Types

CAMEC is the manufacturer of:

  1. Australite windows, previously called Starlite windows. Models include Galaxy, Jupiter and Odyssey.
  2. Slimline Windout windows.
  3. Slimline Sliding windows.
  4. Odyssey Premium windows.

CAMEC manufactures the Australite and Slimline Caravan Windows in Melbourne.

2. Australite Windows

These are fixed to the outside of the RV wall and have been around in Australia since the early 1970s. The materials and appearance have evolved, however the size has stayed the same and all current parts will fit older windows.

CAMEC Australite window wall opening size guide

Above: The opening in your wall must be the same as the quoted size of the window. We always express the height of windows first. This size provides a slight tolerance for the insert of window trim mould on the inside.

These windows have radius corners of 70mm at the bottom.

These windows are fixed from the outside of your RV. Common methods are stainless steel screws or rivets. They require the addition of a seal between the window and the outside wall. We recommend the application of an adhesive backed, closed cell foam tape.

This is placed onto the back lip of the window, set back a couple of mm from the outside edge. The top section of tape should be in one piece and extend to the very ends. The width of the tape should be 12mm, and the thickness depends on the surface profile of your cladding. For example, a flat surface requires 3mm thick tape as a minimum, and a profile of 9mm would require a minimum of 12mm thick tape.

If you are resealing a leaking window, check whether the leak is from the outside wall seal, the window frame, the winder area, or another joint before replacing the foam tape. Match the tape thickness to the cladding profile so it compresses without leaving gaps.

The distances above also show how far the winder will intrude into the inside of your RV, based on the external face of your wall.

CAMEC Australite window winder intrusion measurement

3. Slimline Windout Windows

These are clamped to the walls without any external exposed fixing.

If you are fitting an older Slimline Windout window, check the instructions supplied with the window before cutting the opening or ordering seal and fixing parts.

For bus refits or thicker wall builds, confirm the wall thickness range and clamp profile in the CAMEC fitting instructions before ordering.

4. Slimline Sliding Windows

These are clamped to the walls without any external exposed fixing.

Fitting instructions and profile cross sections are available in this downloadable PDF.

For bus refits or thicker wall builds, confirm the wall thickness range and clamp profile in the CAMEC fitting instructions before ordering.

5. Odyssey Premium Windows

These are clamped to the walls without any exposed fixing.

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