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VENTECHLATION VF-BF-06 noise level
The VENTECHLATION VF-BF-06 is louder than the category median of 0.7 sones, and its 160 CFM rating makes it suitable for bathrooms up to roughly 160 sq ft.
Full specifications
| Brand | VENTECHLATION |
|---|---|
| Model number | VF-BF-06 |
| Model name | VF |
| Category | Bathroom & Utility Fans |
| Sound level | 1 sone (≈40 dBA, approximate) |
| Airflow | 160 CFM |
| Efficiency | 4.5 CFM/W |
| Duct size | 6.00 inch diameter |
| Speeds | 1 |
| Integrated lighting | No |
| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes |
| On market since | 2026-09-02 |
| Markets | United States, Canada |
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| 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 |
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| Model | Sones | ≈ dBA | Airflow | Efficiency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tech Drive TD-BF-19 | 1 | 40 | 160 CFM | 4.5 CFM/W | specs |
| OREiN OL1700376 | 1 | 40 | 160 CFM | 4.8 CFM/W | specs |
| Utilitech 7116-02 | 1 | 40 | 150 CFM | 8.1 CFM/W | specs |
| Commercial Electric BF1115 | 0.8 | 37 | 160 CFM | 4.4 CFM/W | specs |
| ACIQ AEPD150SC | 0.9 | 38 | 150 CFM | 11.4 CFM/W | specs |
Frequently asked questions
How many sones is the VENTECHLATION VF-BF-06?
The VENTECHLATION VF-BF-06 is certified at 1 sone in ENERGY STAR lab testing, which is approximately 40 dBA. That is comparable to a quiet modern refrigerator humming in the next room.
Is the VENTECHLATION VF-BF-06 quiet?
At 1 sone, the VENTECHLATION VF-BF-06 is quieter than 28% of the 839 certified bathroom & utility fans we track, and louder than the category median of 0.7 sones.
How powerful is the VENTECHLATION VF-BF-06?
It moves 160 CFM, which is adequate for a bathroom of roughly 160 sq ft under the standard 1-CFM-per-square-foot guideline, at an efficiency of 4.5 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.