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SOLAR HEAT GAIN FACTOR Return to list of terms

An estimate used in calculating cooling loads of the heat gain due to transmitted and absorbed solar energy through 1/8"-thick, clear glass at a specific latitude, time and orientation.

Source: California Energy Commission