Panasonic Exhaust Fan Three Speed FV-0511VK2

The Panasonic FV-0511VK2 is a three speed residential ventilation fan, allowing airflow to be selected at installation to match the space and duct configuration.

Selectable speed is a practical response to a persistent problem in ventilation design. A fan sized to clear a bathroom quickly after a shower is oversized and unnecessarily noisy for continuous background ventilation, while a fan sized for continuous operation cannot clear a peak moisture load. Multiple speeds allow one unit to serve both duties: a low setting for continuous or timed background ventilation that keeps humidity in check throughout the day, and a higher setting for intermittent use after showering.

Selectable speed also lets the installer compensate for the actual duct run. Where a fan must be installed on a longer or more restricted duct path than ideal, choosing a higher speed setting recovers delivered airflow that would otherwise be lost to static pressure.

The wider benefit of continuous low speed ventilation is that it addresses the general tightness of modern construction. Buildings sealed for energy performance exchange very little air naturally, and moisture, cooking odours, and indoor pollutants accumulate without mechanical ventilation.

Applications include residential bathrooms, laundry and utility rooms, and whole house ventilation strategies in new construction and retrofit. Duct with rigid pipe of the correct diameter, keep the run short and direct, and terminate outdoors.

Brand

Panasonic

SKU

FV-0511VK2

Category

Exhaust & Duct Fans

Weight

11.8 lbs

Dimensions

16.73" x 14.17" x 11.85"

Price

$165.00

Availability

In stock

Rating

4 / 5.0