Air King BFQ 90 High Performance Bath Fan, 90-CFM

by Air King

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

What makes the Air King high performance bath fan series unique is the UL listed molded high impact plastic housing that provides multiple benefits. "Traditional" bath fan housings are fabricated from steel which involves bending and welding. This is a more expensive process and over the life of the fan welds can break, causing the fan to operate much louder or even with a rattling sound. Metal housings reverberate and echo noise. Because the Air King high performance bath fan is in an all plastic housing, there are no welds to break and the plastic is a natural sound absorbent material. If you live anywhere near salt water, or the unit will be used in high moisture areas, this fan is an almost must. The UL listed molded high impact plastic housing will not rust, giving the unit a longer life. The high performance exhaust fan series features a unique snap-in installation system. The included bracket nails or screws to the ceiling joist allowing the fan housing to "snap-in". This is so simple you can even replace an existing fan without having to rip out large sections of ceiling or climbing into the attic. Connect the wiring and the ducting, install the easy fitting grill and you are done. A bath fan installation can now be done in minutes instead of hours. The motors are suitable for continuous operation. The 4-inch plastic duct collar with back draft damper insures quiet operation and prevents drafts from entering the room. UL listed for use over a tub or shower when installed in a GFCI protected branch circuit. This unit features a 90-CFM blower at 2.5-sone which makes for quiet operation. Exhaust capacity for rooms of approximately 90-square-feet. Housing size: 9-1/16-inch wide-by-8-1/2-inch deep-by-4-3/4-inch high.

Product Description

Air King BFQ90 High Performance Exhaust FansThe High Performance Exhaust Fan Series Features an Unique Snap-In Installation System. The Included Bracket Nails or Screws to the Ceiling Joist Allowing the Fan Housing to "Snap-In". Connect the Wiring and the Ducting, Install the Easy Fitting Grill and You are Done. A Bath Fan Installation can Now be Done in Minutes. The Durable High Impact Plastic Housing Ensures Quiet Operation and Maximum Performance. High Performance, Attractive Stylized Grill and Quick Installation Make the High Performance Exhaust Fan Series Right for the Job. UL Listed for Installation over a Tub or Shower on a GFCI Circuit HVI2100 Certified Motors Suitable for Continuous Operation Easily Installs Using the Included Snap-In Mounting System and are Available in Contractor Packs (4 Housings and 4 mbgs) Wire Nuts and Romex Connector are Included CFM (Air Movement): 90 Sones (Sound): 2.5 Exhaust Capacity: 80 - 110 sq. ft. Duct Size: 4" Amps: 0.45

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• Product Dimensions: 12.1 x 11.4 x 6.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000EVUAXW
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: BFQ 90
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #198 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #1 in Home Improvement > Hardware > Bathroom Hardware > Bathroom Fans

Customer Reviews

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31 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A welcome upgrade over the old noisemaker, June 25, 2010

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K. Leung (SoCal) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Air King BFQ 90 High Performance Bath Fan, 90-CFM (Tools & Home Improvement)

Bought the 90 cfm/2.5 sones unit to replace the builder's grade 50 cfm/4+ sones. The additional airflow was noticeable and the noise wasn't - just what I needed.

The frame is all plastic, which means no rust, though seeing how the bracket, motor, and motor mount is steel, I wouldn't place too much value on that aspect. The box is more rigid than the typical bent steel box, however, so there is value in that - no rattles.

Installation was a snap - literally. These units have a separate bracket that you screw into the joist, then snap the unit into place from below. It's much easier than the usual small-flange-at-the-edge mounting that other units use. Indeed, I spent less time installing this unit versus removing the old (working in a cramped attic space, nails to pry out, etc.) A plastic grommet and 3 wire nuts are included too - a nice touch.

The included materials note that ventilation fans have a 5 year warranty, not just a 1 year, so the manufacturer is confident that it'll last. I hope so too, as I intend to purchase more to replace the other noisemakers.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great fan, troubled installation, November 17, 2010

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Onońdaʔgegáʔ (Texas) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Air King BFQ 90 High Performance Bath Fan, 90-CFM (Tools & Home Improvement)

It took me less than 2 minutes to remove the old fan and over 2 hours to install this Air King. I am very happy with the quiet, functional fan but the design of the fan made for a difficult installation.

The design of this fan could have easily been slightly different and allowed for a much easier installation. After cutting a minimum size hole, I was unable to maneuver it from above or below and get it into the snap bracket. I finally found that if I remove the connector from the body that hooks up to the hose it can be inserted from below, but you still have to go into the attic to re-attach the hose connector and hose.

Had the connector been directed away from the bracket instead of to the side, it is possible it could have been installed completely from below.

Now that it's installed, I do enjoy this Air King fan. The air exhaust is superior to what I had before and much quieter. It is an excellent fan.

9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars AirKing bath fan, September 17, 2010

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Steven - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Air King BFQ 90 High Performance Bath Fan, 90-CFM (Tools & Home Improvement)

Yesterday I received the AirKing bath fan and decided to install it right after work. I had an old air king from 1967 which had to come out. That took me 2 hours and a mess to do. Then I realized that the original duct was only 3" in diameter while the recently purchaced AirKing was 4" in diameter. I picked up a 4" to 3" converter and snaped the whole thing together in 30 minutes! No more loud noise. I'm very happy with the New AirKing!