Energy Efficiency: 3.2 Speed: 759 RPMs Current: 0.04 Amps Static Pressure: 0.1 inches w.g. Power Rating: 120V / 60 Hz Certifications: UL and cUL Listed
The WhisperValueT Series offers a quiet, low consumption fan with a housing depth of 3-3/4". This, combined with their low sone noise output make Panasonic the easy choice for bath "exhaust only" ventilation.
Features include: Can be Mounted Vertically or Horizontally in Ceiling or Wall Mount Applications Low Power Consumption, Energy Star Compliant Saves Money on Electrical Bills Super Quiet Fan California Title-24 Compliant 3 Year Panasonic Warranty
Low-Profile Housing for Walls and Smaller Ceiling Cavities Do you have 2" x 6" joists in your ceiling? Are you having trouble finding a ventilating fan that will fit in this small cavity? Well, this model was made just for you. Designed to fit 2" x 6" joists or larger, this low-profile fan doesn't sacrifice performance for size. This ventallation fan utilizes a 4" ovalled duct for those areas where a smaller duct is necessary.
So Quiet You Might Not Know it's On This WhisperFitT fan features a totally enclosed condenser motor and a large, double suction blower wheel to quietly move air. A small wheel turning very fast will create more noise than a large wheel turning more slowly for a given airflow. Our fan uses a wide blower wheel that moves a large amount of air at reduced RPMs. The blower wheel is also designed to draw air in from both sides, which helps keep the noise down, as there is more area for the air to enter the wheel. In fact, it is quiet enough that you might not even know it's on.
Continuous, Trouble-free Operation for Many Years This fan is designed to give you continuous, trouble-free operation for many years thanks in part to its high-quality components and permanently lubricated motors which wear at a slower pace. Also, since heat is always detrimental to motor life (the cooler the environment, the longer the motor will last), we designed the electrical configuration of this model's condenser motor to allow it to operate at lower temperatures, increasing the life of the motor and bearings. And, the fan housing is made of heavy-gauge zinc galvanized steel and painted to protect it from rust.
User-Friendly Installation Detachable adaptors, firmly secured duct ends, adjustable mounting brackets (up to 26"), fan/motor units that detach easily from the housing and uncomplicated wiring all lend themselves to user-friendly installation. This model also features a double-hanger bar system for ideal positioning.
Energy StarŽ Qualified for Energy Savings Energy Star qualified products feature super-quiet operation and high CFM-to-Watt efficiency. The Energy Star program was created to help consumers identify products that can save them money and protect the environment by saving energy. As an Energy Star partner, all our fans are Energy Star qualified and labeled accordingly.
Tired of Cold Air Coming Through Your Ventilation Fan? This Panasonic fan has a built-in damper to prevent backdraft, which helps to prevent outside air from coming through the fan. Also, thanks to our efficient, cool running motors, it does not create excessive heat-a common problem with some competitors' fans. Loose fill or batt insulation can be placed directly over the fan housing to prevent heat from escaping.
Comments about Panasonic WhisperValue Bathroom Fan FV-05VS1:
This fan is just quiet enough to where you cannot hear it outside the bathroom, but loud enough to where you can tell that it's on if you are in the bathroom. The only drawback is its compact design is such that it is difficult to slip the ducting between the exhaust manifold and the sheet rock upon which it is sitting, let alone duct tape as well. (This problem could be avoided by installing the fan from above the sheet rock, or securing the ductwork before installation). Also, the flange screw hole clearance is not very forgiving if you cut the hole a little too big. Once, installed, however, you will not be disappointed.
12/15/2011
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
It really sucks and that is a good thing
By Handy Hesh
from Newtown PA
About Me Handyman, Homeowner
Pros
Easy To Install
Powerful
Quiet
Sleek Design
Cons
Best Uses
Smaller Rooms
Comments about Panasonic WhisperValue Bathroom Fan FV-05VS1:
This is my second Panasonic fan purchase
6/9/2011
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
I just ordered a second one
By LW
from San Diego, CA
About Me Homeowner
Pros
Easy To Install
Powerful
Quiet
Sleek Design
Cons
Best Uses
Smaller Rooms
Comments about Panasonic WhisperValue Bathroom Fan FV-05VS1:
After installation, we had a harmonic 'rattle'. We removed the butterfly valve (designed to keep cold air out) because ours didn't vent to the outside, and the rattle went away. Very nice unit. We just ordered a second unit for our other bath.
5/10/2011
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
Very quiet
By roundtuit dad
from Northern kentucky
About Me Homeowner
Pros
Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
Basements
Smaller Rooms
Comments about Panasonic WhisperValue Bathroom Fan FV-05VS1:
Very quiet fan for the price. After shopping the local [...] and [...] for a quiet fan and seeing the price go way up as the noise level went down, I decided to shop on line. All of the Panasonic fans were highly rated and bathroomfanexperts.com had the best price.
5/3/2011
(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)
4.0
Great quiet fan
By Harryy
from Ohio
About Me Handyman, Homeowner
Pros
Energy Star
Quiet
Sleek Design
Cons
Installation from Below
Best Uses
Bathroom
Comments about Panasonic WhisperValue Bathroom Fan FV-05VS1:
Great fan, well built, no toy motor, Not designed to be installed from below as a replacement with sheet rock in place, but I did it anyway.
11/3/2010
4.0
Good Quality and Quiet
By Dan_
from MA
About Me Homeowner
Pros
Easy To Install
Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Panasonic WhisperValue Bathroom Fan FV-05VS1:
very good quality fan. My shed is beneath a four season room. I wanted to vent it because I store various garden tools and material and didn't want the smell to build up. I can't hear the fan at all from the four season room. Just what I was looking for.
9/24/2010
5.0
Well done Panasonic
By Rusty
from Whidbey Island
About Me Professional
Pros
Easy To Install
Powerful
Quiet
Sleek Design
Cons
Best Uses
Smaller Rooms
Comments about Panasonic WhisperValue Bathroom Fan FV-05VS1:
This is NOT a cheap fan... It is as good as the other 'high end' models.
5/10/2010
5.0
Bathroom Remodel
By Wayne
from London, Ohio
About Me Homeowner
Pros
Easy To Install
Powerful
Quiet
Sleek Design
Cons
None
Best Uses
Bathroom
Comments about Panasonic WhisperValue Bathroom Fan FV-05VS1:
We recently remodeled our bathroom and purchased this fan because of the positive reviews. No disappointments...It's very quiet, efficient, and performs better than expected.
5/1/2010
5.0
Easy to Install and quiet
By Kenny H
from New Brunswick, NJ
About Me Homeowner
Pros
Easy To Install
Quiet
Cons
None
Best Uses
Bathroom
Comments about Panasonic WhisperValue Bathroom Fan FV-05VS1:
Easy to install. Quality construction. I had to go with the less expensive fan due to the fact that the existing vent size was only 3 inches. I was worried that the fan might be noisy, but it was quiet and efficient. Very happy with the purchase.
4/10/2010
5.0
just what we needed
By jk
from west berlin, nj
About Me Handyman, Homeowner
Pros
Easy To Install
Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
Smaller Rooms
Comments about Panasonic WhisperValue Bathroom Fan FV-05VS1:
it is one of the quietest fans I have ever installed, which may be a problem because it is so quiet that I have left it running a few times not realizing that it was on!