Centric Air QA-Deluxe 3300
A low-cost ducted fan with an R-5 damper for a small home, if you accept higher power use than ECM models.
Amazon $899 Centric Air $849$849
2.8/5
A small fan for one zone or a cold-climate home where the R38 doors matter more than airflow or price.
- 1,600 CFMAirflow
- 230 WPower
- R-38 insulatedDamper
Check price at Amazon$1,025
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- R38 insulated doors seal the opening far better than any other fan here
- Fits between 16 or 24 in joists with no duct to hang
- Remote included
Cons
- Only 1,600 CFM, enough for a single zone rather than a whole house
- Fan sits in the ceiling opening, so it is louder than ducted fans
- Costs much more per CFM than ducted fans
- 3-year warranty
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 number | HV1600R38 |
|---|---|
| Airflow | |
| Airflow, high speed | 1,600 CFM |
| Power, high speed | 230 W |
| Efficiency | 7 CFM/W |
| Speeds | 2 |
| Install | |
| Mount | Direct mount |
| Damper | R-38 insulated |
| Ceiling opening | 14.5 x 22.5 in |
| Attic vent area needed | 5 sq ft |
| Voltage | 120 V |
| Remote or wall control | Yes |
| App or remote monitoring | No |
| Warranty | |
| Warranty | 3 years |
Alternatives in this size
Solatube EPS Plus
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Solatube EPS Zone
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