Artic Fan, Solar Powered Fan-Attic™

Energy Saving Ventilation System

Cool & Ventilate Your Hot Attic for Free

It's never been easier to make your home more energy-efficient and save money at the same time. This unique roof ventilator fan operates by solar power from sunrise to sunset at no extra cost to you. In the summer, the Fan-Attic reduces heat build-up, improving air flow within the attic space. In the winter, it reduces moisture build-up and condensation. The Fan-Attic uses free energy from the sun to provide years of worry-free, no-cost cooling and air circulation. The Fan-Attic operates in direct proportion to the sun's position in the sky. Because of this, The Fan-Attic's blades provide the right amount of ventilating power at any given time of day. It's ideal for homes, cabins, garages, mobile homes, storage spaces, sheds or any enclosed area needing better air circulation.

Reduce Cooling Costs By Up to 50%

During the summer months, attic temperatures can soar to over 150 degrees Fahrenheit. This makes your home hotter inside and as a result, increases the level of energy consumption created by cooling and air-conditioning equipment.

Helps Remove Heat Before it Gets Inside Your Home

This helps reduce the workload on cooling and air-conditioning equipment by as much as 50%. This helps to make your home a much more comfortable place to be.

Serious Silent Savings

In the summertime, a conventional electric attic fan can add $10-20 per month to your electric bill. Conventional fans must also be wired into your home by a licensed electrician which means electrical permits, inspections, and added expense. The Fan-Attic, on the other hand has its own built-in power supply, requires no wiring and can be installed by a handy person in less than one hour. By looking at a side by side comparison (see chart below) of electric and solar attic fans, it is easy to see how the Fan-Attic can pay for itself in no time.

The Fan-Attic's low voltage DC motor makes virtually no noise and with the balanced fan blade assembly, it guarantees whisper quiet operation. The fan motor works slower during the early morning / late afternoon hours when the sun is lower on the horizon. During the hottest part of the day when it is needed the most, the solar panel's higher power output increases the speed and efficiency of the Fan-Attic to move up to 800 cubic feet of air per minute.

Simple Installation & Tips

The Fan-Attic is an all-in-one unit that is pre-packed for field installation with all components pre-assembled and included. Simply remove it from the box and it's ready fro installation - no assembly, no wiring, no mess, no fuss! Installation consists of mounting the flashing base over a 12-13" diameter hole, cut through the roof and sheathing. The top edge of the fan flashing is slid up under the roof material and the underpayment. The fan flashing is then secured to the roof sheathing with corrosion resistant screws or nails. That's it! The Fan-Attic's proven circular flashing design installs just like the pipe flashings you have on your roof now. And because there is no assembly or wiring, your labor expenses are greatly reduced. It's one piece circular flashing / collar design virtually eliminates potential roof leakage.

The Fan-Attic works best in full sunlight (southern exposure is ideal) - avoid installing under shady structures like trees. Performance will be most effective if the unit is installed as close as possible to the top ridge, as natural convection causes hot attic air to rise upwards.

Operation During Winter Months

Attic ventilation systems are required year round. Most people associate attic ventilation with heat; however, of the two major forces at work in your attic, moisture and heat, it is the former that is by far the most destructive.

Since winter air is drier, the attic space is even more susceptible to excessive moisture in the winter, absorbing moisture from both your home and its inhabitants. When air is trapped inside the attic, it will always be warmer than the air outside. The roof sheathing/decking will be colder in winter months, creating even more condensation. It can literally “rain” in your attic, producing mildew, or rotting conditions, damaging wood members, sheathing/decking and destroying shingles. It can also drip down to the ceiling below to damage sheetrock, plaster or paint. Insulation will become wet and provide less resistance to heat loss ­ in effect, losing its R-value. A properly ventilated attic circulates the air, which prevents moisture from forming.

Options and Energy Rebates

A pre-set, snap switch thermostat is available. Fan is set to come on at 85 degrees F and turn itself off at 70 degrees F. Disconnect positive lead wire from the motor terminal and connect it to the loose side of the thermostat. Short lead wire attached to thermostat is then connected back to the positive side of the motor. Installation of a Fan-Attic may qualify for rebates from your local electricity provider. Please check directly with your utility company for rebate information.