Fantech HERO 160E-EC 159 CFM Energy Recovery Ventilator

Name: Fantech HERO 160E-EC 159 CFM Energy Recovery Ventilator
Brand: Fantech
Price: 1339.0 USD
Availability: InStock

SKU: fn19012 | Model: 599160

$1,339⁰⁰

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Manufacturer's Warranty

7-Year Motor Limited Warranty; 5-Year Electrical Components and Core Limited Warranty

Info & Guides

Tight, well-insulated homes need a controlled ventilation strategy, and the Fantech HERO 160E-EC 159 CFM Energy Recovery Ventilator puts that job within reach. Rather than exhausting conditioned air and replacing it with untreated outdoor air, this ERV recovers both heat and moisture from the outgoing airstream, transferring it to the fresh outdoor air.

Key Features and Benefits of the Fantech HERO 160E-EC 159 CFM Energy Recovery Ventilator

Counterflow Core: Achieves up to 81 percent sensible recovery efficiency at 32 degrees F, reclaiming most of the energy from your exhaust airstream before it exits the building.
EC Motor: The electronically commutated motor draws just 120 watts at its top speed, keeping your electricity costs low during continuous 24/7 ventilation.
Variable Speed: Electronic controls adjust airflow from 60 to 159 CFM at 0.4 inches w.g., letting you match the ventilation rate to your home's occupancy and layout.
HERS Impact: Reduces your Home Energy Rating System (HERS) index by approximately 3 to 5 points, bringing your project closer to net-zero certification thresholds.
Filtration Options: Accepts a standard MERV 8 filter or upgraded MERV 13 filter to capture fine particulate matter, wildfire smoke, and allergens from your incoming air supply.
Duct Connection: Each port uses a 6-inch round collar with rubberized gaskets to seal the connection and minimize air leakage at your ductwork tie-ins.
Balancing Taps: Integrated manometer ports let your installer measure pressure drops and balance supply and exhaust streams during commissioning.
Front Access: Unobstructed front panel lets you clean or replace filters and inspect the counterflow core without removing the ventilator from its mount.
Certified Performance: CSA and HVI-certified, and with Energy Star-rated efficiency, you can be sure that this ventilator meets current residential efficiency and safety standards.

What to Know Before Installing the HERO 160E-EC

With 159 CFM of nominal airflow, the HERO 160E-EC is sized for mid-to-large multi-bedroom homes where code-required ventilation rates typically fall between 100 and 160 CFM. Its top-port, drainless design eliminates the need for a condensate line, simplifying installation in tight mechanical closets or utility rooms. The ventilator measures 24.88 x 27.88 x 15.38 inches (H x W x D) and weighs 59 pounds, so verify your wall space and framing support before mounting.

Sylvane's Expert Take

If you're a builder or contractor working on tight, energy-efficient homes that need to hit ventilation and energy benchmarks, the Fantech HERO 160E-EC fits that workflow. Unlike basic exhaust fans that send conditioned air out of the building envelope without caring about what's being lost with it, the counterflow core pre-conditions incoming air so effectively that the home's furnace or air handler handles a fraction of the usual ventilation load, which translates into noticeably lower utility bills from the first month of occupancy.