U Value of Glass - Get the Facts Here

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The U-value of standard glass varies significantly, with sources citing figures between 1.08 and 5.4. U-value measures a material's insulation effectiveness, being the inverse of R-value. For a single pane window made of ordinary 1/4" glass, a commonly accepted U-value is approximately 1. It's important to verify the specific type of glass and its thickness, as these factors influence the U-value. Accurate information is essential for assessing energy efficiency in building materials.
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hey guys just a quick question
Does anyone know the u value of jusy normal glass?
Ive looked everywhere and I've got different answers on source says 5.4 and another says something like 1.08, 5.5 seems pretty high but i think id better find out for sure thanks for any reply's:)
 
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What is a U-value?
 
U value is the inverse of R value which is a measurment of how well a material insulates
 
For a single pane window with plain, ordinary 1/4" glass, I use a u-value of around 1. Here's a table I just googled: http://www.calglassbending.com/secptabl.htm
 
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