Centric Air QA-Deluxe 6500

Last updated: November 2, 2026

Centric Air QA-Deluxe 6500

A low-cost ducted fan with an R-5 damper for a typical home, if you accept higher power use than ECM models.

  • 4,478 CFMAirflow
  • 771 WPower
  • 51 dBANoise
  • R-5 insulatedDamper
Check price at Amazon$1,178Check price at Centric Air$1,149

Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros
  • Ducted design keeps the motor away from the ceiling for quieter running
  • R-5 insulated damper standard, R-13 available
  • Remote or wall control included
Cons
  • Older PSC motor draws 771 W on high, more than ECM fans of similar airflow
  • 10-year motor warranty, shorter than Centric Air’s ECM 2.7 to 4.0 line

The Centric Air QA-Deluxe family

Every Centric Air QA-Deluxe model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.

ModelAirflowRatingPrice
Centric Air QA-Deluxe 33002,425 CFM3.6/5$849
Centric Air QA-Deluxe 4800 ECM3,209 CFM3.7/5$1,197
Centric Air QA-Deluxe 55003,945 CFM3.8/5$1,049
Centric Air QA-Deluxe 6500 (this one)4,478 CFM3.9/5$1,149

How it scores

The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.

Specifications

Model numberQA-Deluxe 6500
Airflow
Airflow, high speed4,478 CFM
Power, high speed771 W
Efficiency5.8 CFM/W
Speeds2
Noise51 dBA
Install
MountDucted
DamperR-5 insulated
Ceiling opening14 x 28 in
Attic vent area needed5.5 sq ft
Voltage120 V
Remote or wall controlYes
Warranty
Warranty10 years

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