{"product_id":"fantech-hero-160e-ec-159-cfm-energy-recovery-ventilator","title":"Fantech HERO 160E-EC 159 CFM Energy Recovery Ventilator","description":"\u003cp\u003eTight, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features and Benefits of the Fantech HERO 160E-EC 159 CFM Energy Recovery Ventilator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCounterflow Core:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEC Motor:\u003c\/strong\u003e The electronically commutated motor draws just 120 watts at its top speed, keeping your electricity costs low during continuous 24\/7 ventilation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariable Speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHERS Impact:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces your Home Energy Rating System (HERS) index by approximately 3 to 5 points, bringing your project closer to net-zero certification thresholds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiltration Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Accepts a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sylvane.com\/products\/fantech-merv-8-filter-kit-hero-150h\"\u003estandard MERV 8 filter\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sylvane.com\/products\/fantech-merv-13-filter-kit-hero-150h\"\u003eupgraded MERV 13 filter\u003c\/a\u003e to capture fine particulate matter, wildfire smoke, and allergens from your incoming air supply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuct Connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each port uses a 6-inch round collar with rubberized gaskets to seal the connection and minimize air leakage at your ductwork tie-ins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalancing Taps:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated manometer ports let your installer measure pressure drops and balance supply and exhaust streams during commissioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront Access:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unobstructed front panel lets you clean or replace filters and inspect the counterflow core without removing the ventilator from its mount.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e CSA and HVI-certified, and with Energy Star-rated efficiency, you can be sure that this ventilator meets current residential efficiency and safety standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Know Before Installing the HERO 160E-EC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSylvane's Expert Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fantech","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45394105630806,"sku":"fn19012","price":1339.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/7135\/4966\/files\/fantech-hero-140e-160e-ec-energy-recovery-ventilator-main.png?v=1785305504","url":"https:\/\/www.sylvane.com\/products\/fantech-hero-160e-ec-159-cfm-energy-recovery-ventilator","provider":"Sylvane","version":"1.0","type":"link"}