Broan-Nutone BELS8vsLoren Cook Company GC-128
Side-by-side ventilating fan comparison
Broan-Nutone BELS8
Airflow
80CFM
Efficacy
4.1CFM/W
Sound Level
1.5sones
Type
Bathroom/Utility Room
Loren Cook Company GC-128
Airflow
82CFM
Efficacy
2.9CFM/W
Sound Level
0.9sones
Type
Bathroom/Utility Room
Key differences
Broan-Nutone BELS8 is 29% more efficient at 4.1 CFM/W versus 2.9 CFM/W for the Loren Cook Company GC-128. The Loren Cook Company GC-128 is larger at 82 CFM versus 80 CFM. Overall, the Broan-Nutone BELS8 sits higher in the category, ranking above 13% of certified ventilating fans.
Performance
| Spec | Broan-Nutone | Loren Cook Company |
|---|---|---|
| Airflow(CFM) | 80 | 82 |
| Efficacy(CFM/W) | 4.1 | 2.9 |
| Sound Level(sones) | 1.5 | 0.9 |
| Number of Speeds | 1 | 1 |
Installation
| Spec | Broan-Nutone | Loren Cook Company |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Type | Bathroom/Utility Room | Bathroom/Utility Room |
| Duct Size | 4.00 inch depth X 0.00 inch width | 5.94 inch diameter |
| Airflow at 0.25 in w.g.(CFM) | 70.5 | 63.2 |
| Sound at 0.25 in w.g.(sones) | 1.5 | 0.9 |
Lighting
| Spec | Broan-Nutone | Loren Cook Company |
|---|---|---|
| Includes Lighting | Yes | No |
| Ships with ENERGY STAR Lamp | No | No |