The strongest gable fan here, for a big attic with a large gable vent. The price only makes sense if the lifetime warranty matters.
Amazon $864.70
For a larger gable vented attic where the owner wants a big panel and a lifetime warranty. Night running needs a hybrid fan instead.
- 1,881 CFMAirflow
- 48 WPanel
- 2,825 sq ftAttic area
- LifetimeWarranty
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- Lifetime warranty for the original owner
- No new hole in the roof; the panel goes where the sun is best
- Aluminum fan assembly made in the USA
- High price
- Solar only, with no thermostat unless the optional switch is added
- Needs a gable vent large enough to pass close to 1,900 CFM
The Natural Light Gable Mount family
Every Natural Light Gable Mount model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own mount.
| Model | Airflow | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Light SAF32G Solar Gable Fan | 1,560 CFM | 3.2/5 | $672.70 |
| Natural Light SAF48G Solar Gable Fan (this one) | 1,881 CFM | 3.6/5 | $703.70 |
| Natural Light SAF65G Solar Gable Fan | 2,105 CFM | 3.8/5 | $864.70 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its mount. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | SAF48G |
|---|---|
| Airflow | |
| Mount | Gable |
| Airflow | 1,881 CFM |
| Attic area | 2,825 sq ft |
| Motor | DC |
| Power | |
| Panel | 48 W |
| Separate or tilting panel | Yes |
| Thermostat | No |
| AC backup | No |
| Build | |
| Warranty | Lifetime |
Alternatives in this mount
The best documented gable fan here, for an attic with a gable vent big enough to let its air out. Its long warranty and included adapter justify the price.
QuietCool $359A hybrid gable fan with a strong airflow claim at a mid range price, for a buyer who can live without a stated warranty.
Amazon $268.99Compare
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