Dayton 5AE72AvsFantech FG 6 (40406)
Side-by-side ventilating fan comparison
Dayton 5AE72A
Airflow
240CFM
Efficacy
4.3CFM/W
Sound Level
1.4sones
Type
Bathroom/Utility Room
Fantech FG 6 (40406)
Airflow
260CFM
Efficacy
3.9CFM/W
Type
In-line (single-port)
Key differences
Dayton 5AE72A is 9% more efficient at 4.3 CFM/W versus 3.9 CFM/W for the Fantech FG 6 (40406). The Fantech FG 6 (40406) is larger at 260 CFM versus 240 CFM. Overall, the Dayton 5AE72A sits higher in the category, ranking above 96% of certified ventilating fans.
Performance
| Spec | Dayton | Fantech |
|---|---|---|
| Airflow(CFM) | 240 | 260 |
| Efficacy(CFM/W) | 4.3 | 3.9 |
| Sound Level(sones) | 1.4 | — |
| Number of Speeds | 1 | 1 |
Installation
| Spec | Dayton | Fantech |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Type | Bathroom/Utility Room | In-line (single-port) |
| Duct Size | 8.0 inch depth X 8.0 inch width | 6.00 inch diameter |
| Sound at 0.25 in w.g.(sones) | 1.4 | — |
Lighting
| Spec | Dayton | Fantech |
|---|---|---|
| Includes Lighting | No | No |
| Ships with ENERGY STAR Lamp | No | No |