Ventamatic VX2515SOLARGABLE Solar Gable Attic Ventilator with 12.6-Watt 18-Volt DC Motor and 12.6-Watt Panel Review

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(More customer reviews)Purchased this to cool less than 1K square FT of attic space in Eastern Washington. We see temperatures of over 100 degrees and my attic was baking and giving off heat until 2 am. I didn't want to cut holes in my sheet metal roof that would be required with other Attic fans. I also didn't want to deal with Electrical wiring, permits, hazards or potential fire.

PROS:
This fan works, is easy to install and is quite when operating at full speed. There is plenty of long cord for the panel so it can be placed optimally. Once you pay for this fan you won't have any future electric costs for it. It should last for decades as I believe its a brush less motor and electricity prices will definitely rise in the future.

CONS:
When there is almost no sun in the early morning or evening this fan has an annoying high pitched sound. When I observe this the fan is not running. This is a problem because I have it installed in my gable vent above my deck. This fan is also extremely expensive compared to wired versions or passive squire cage vents that are simply powered by the breeze. These types of fans work just as well and cost under $[...]. If you read the product info you need a second pannel to get the fan up to speeds where it would cool 1K square foot so if your space that you are cooling is say over 500sq ft. You need to spend another $[...] for an optional second panel (that is easy to install) I ordered one of these. So you are spending over $[...] for an attic fan. If you live in a cabin off grid this is a good product or if you love solar and don't mind spending the money. Otherwise save your$ and get some passive venting.

Overall. I like the FAN, it works but is very expensive.

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Product Description:
Galvanized steel construction. 10W, 17V, thermally protected DC motor. 13" fan blade. Up to 1000 CFM (with multiple panels). 2 year warranty. Solar panel included. This exhaust fan requires adequate air intake for correct performance.

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