AWNLUX W5280 Slide Out Cassette Awning

Model : W5280/W5280C

Frame Material : Aluminum

Frame Color : Black/White

Fabric Material : 16oz (450g/m²) PVC Vinyl — 100% waterproof, UPF 50+ UV resistant

Size Range : Width 150cm–500cm | Projection 60cm–120cm

Control System : Automatic (spring-tensioned, extends/retracts with slide-out)

W5280 Full Cassette RV Slide Topper

The Awnlux W5280 is a full cassette RV slide topper designed to cover the roof of an RV slide-out room while it is extended. It helps reduce direct exposure to sunlight, leaves and light debris that may otherwise collect on the slide roof and around the sealing area.

The W5280 moves automatically with the slide-out room. As the room extends, the fabric unrolls from the spring-tensioned roller. As the room retracts, the roller draws the fabric back into the cassette. No separate awning motor, operating switch or manual crank is required during normal use.

Its full cassette design distinguishes the W5280 from an open-roller slide topper. When the slide-out room is closed, the cassette encloses the stored fabric and roller assembly, helping reduce direct exposure to road dust, sunlight and other travel-related conditions.

The modular cassette construction supports different awning sizes and uses size-specific brackets and center supports where required. Correct installation depends on the slide-out dimensions, available mounting area, rail position and clearance around the slide mechanism.

For OEM customers, RV manufacturers and distributors, Awnlux can review size, color, branding and packaging requirements as part of the quotation process.

Features & Benefits

Full Cassette Protection

Encloses the stored fabric and roller assembly when the slide-out is closed
Helps reduce direct exposure to road dust, sunlight and travel-related debris
Creates a clean, integrated appearance above the slide-out room

Automatic Slide-Out Operation

Extends as the RV slide-out room opens
Retracts as the slide-out room closes
Uses a spring-tensioned roller
Requires no separate awning motor or operating switch during normal use

Slide-Roof Coverage

Helps shield the slide-out roof from sunlight, leaves and light debris
Reduces the amount of loose debris that can collect around the slide roof
Provides continuous coverage while the slide-out is extended

Modular Construction

Uses modular cassette sections for different size configurations
Uses size-specific bracket quantities and positions
Includes center supports at designated cassette splice locations
Supports installation planning for OEM and replacement projects

Installation Support

Installation drawings are available for size and bracket review
Replacement projects can be assessed using existing roller, rail and bracket measurements
A complete opening and closing test can be performed before vehicle handover

OEM Options

Project-specific size review
Frame and fabric color selection
Private-label branding
Customized packaging
OEM configuration support for RV manufacturers and distributors

W5280 Product Parameters
Customization Tailoredto Your Brand
Rigrous Factory Quality Testing

Size Chart

Certified Quality & Global Innovation Power

Awnlux is an ISO 9001 certified factory that meets the highest international quality standards. All our products are fully compliant with CE, RoHS, and TÜV Rheinland. We have a powerful R&D team and hold Global Invention Patents in the USA, Australia, Germany, and Europe for our W5300T, W5520, W5810, and Smart Electric Curtain series. With dozens of utility patents, we provide original, high-performance, and legally protected shading solutions to our partners worldwide.

Awnlux Factory profile

Awnlux is a Shanghai based manufacturer with 16 years of experience in shading solutions, specializing in RV awnings, camper awnings and vehicle mounted shading systems. With strong technical expertise and advanced manufacturing capabilities, Awnlux focuses on continuous product innovation, including electric awnings, manual awnings, and complete shading system solutions.

Installation Requirements

Install the brackets only on a structurally suitable mounting area.
Do not rely on the exterior aluminum or fiberglass skin alone as the load-bearing structure.
Keep the installation brackets level across the full awning width.
Position the fabric rail parallel to the slide-out room.
Follow the size-specific bracket quantity and spacing shown in the installation drawing.
Install center supports at the designated cassette splice locations.
Keep the roller safety pins installed until the specified installation step.
After installation, operate the slide-out through a complete opening and closing cycle.
Check fabric tracking, roller clearance, bracket movement and cable clearance before handover.

Installation and spring-tension work should be completed by a qualified RV installer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1:What is the Awnlux W5280?

The W5280 is a full cassette RV slide topper with a one-piece, non-spliced aluminum cassette. It covers the slide-out roof while the room is extended and stores the fabric and roller inside the cassette when the slide-out is closed.

Q2:What is the difference between W5280 and W5250?

Both products are spring-tensioned RV slide toppers. W5280 uses a full cassette that encloses the stored fabric and roller assembly. W5250 uses an open-roller design.

Q3:How should I measure my RV for the W5280?

Measure the total outside width of the slide-out room, the actual slide travel and the available mounting area above the room. Also provide photographs showing both ends of the slide-out and any existing awning rail or brackets.

Q4:Can the W5280 replace an existing slide topper?

Replacement may be possible when the existing mounting area, rail position, roller dimensions and bracket clearances meet the W5280 installation requirements. Send the existing system measurements and photographs to Awnlux for review.

Q5:Can the W5280 be customized for OEM projects?

Awnlux supports OEM project review for RV manufacturers and distributors. Provide the required dimensions, colors, branding, packaging and estimated order quantity for evaluation.