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Dayton 5AE71 noise level
The Dayton 5AE71 is louder than the category median of 0.7 sones, and its 210 CFM rating makes it suitable for bathrooms up to roughly 210 sq ft.
Full specifications
| Brand | Dayton |
|---|---|
| Model number | 5AE71 |
| Model name | 5AE71 |
| Category | Bathroom & Utility Fans |
| Sound level | 2.4 sones (≈53 dBA, approximate) |
| Airflow | 210 CFM |
| Efficiency | 4.2 CFM/W |
| Duct size | 6.0 inch depth X 8.0 inch width |
| Speeds | 1 |
| Integrated lighting | No |
| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes |
| On market since | 2010-01-01 |
| Markets | United States |
Quieter alternatives with similar airflow
| Model | Sones | ≈ dBA | Airflow | Efficiency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panasonic FV-1115VK3 | 0.1 | 7 | 150 CFM | 13.7 CFM/W | specs |
| Panasonic FV-1115VK3 with FV-VS15VK1 | 0.1 | 7 | 150 CFM | 13.7 CFM/W | specs |
| Panasonic FV-1115VKL3 | 0.1 | 7 | 150 CFM | 12.2 CFM/W | specs |
| Panasonic FV-1115VKL3 with FV-VS15VK1 | 0.1 | 7 | 150 CFM | 12.2 CFM/W | specs |
| Panasonic FV-1115VQ1 | 0.1 | 7 | 150 CFM | 12.9 CFM/W | specs |
Similar bathroom & utility fans
| Model | Sones | ≈ dBA | Airflow | Efficiency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dayton 3DPE6A | 2.2 | 51 | 270 CFM | 4.3 CFM/W | specs |
| Greenheck SP-A250 | 2.2 | 51 | 270 CFM | 4.3 CFM/W | specs |
| Loren Cook Company GCVF 300 | 1.9 | 49 | 167 CFM | 9.9 CFM/W | specs |
| Panasonic FV-30VQ3 | 2 | 50 | 280 CFM | 4.4 CFM/W | specs |
| Air King AK280LS | 2.8 | 55 | 280 CFM | 4.3 CFM/W | specs |
Frequently asked questions
How many sones is the Dayton 5AE71?
The Dayton 5AE71 is certified at 2.4 sones in ENERGY STAR lab testing, which is approximately 53 dBA. That is clearly audible, similar to a television at low volume.
Is the Dayton 5AE71 quiet?
At 2.4 sones, the Dayton 5AE71 is quieter than 0% of the 839 certified bathroom & utility fans we track, and louder than the category median of 0.7 sones.
How powerful is the Dayton 5AE71?
It moves 210 CFM, which is adequate for a bathroom of roughly 210 sq ft under the standard 1-CFM-per-square-foot guideline, at an efficiency of 4.2 CFM per watt.
Data provenance: Sound levels are certified lab measurements (sones) reported in the U.S. EPA ENERGY STAR certified products dataset — not manufacturer marketing claims. Source: ENERGY STAR Certified Ventilating Fans (US EPA), last fetched 2026-09-07. The dBA figure is an approximate conversion from sones — see our methodology.