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• Energy Star® : Non
• Garantie (Noyau-Moteur-Pièces) : 5-1-0
• Tension : 115V
• PCM/CFM - @ 0.2” : 155.0
• Efficacité de récupération sensible maximale : 84.0
• Cycle de dégivrage : Ventilation

Broan-NuTone BLP150E75NS-HWF ERV – Residential Air Exchanger 155 CFM with Side Connection

At AirGreen, we know that a comfortable home depends not only on a good heating or cooling system. Indoor air quality is just as important, especially in modern, well-insulated homes where air can quickly become humid, stagnant, or polluted.

The Broan-NuTone BLP150E75NS-HWF is an ERV — energy recovery ventilator — designed to ensure effective air renewal while helping recover some of the energy contained in the exhausted air. With a flow rate of 155 CFM / PCM at 0.4”, side connection, maximum sensible recovery efficiency of 84.0%, and low-profile design, this model is a very attractive solution for homes in Montreal, Laval, Longueuil, the North Shore, and the South Shore.

This model is part of the Broan ONE line, a series designed to simplify installation, improve air balancing, and offer a reliable, practical, and discreet residential ventilation solution.

The BLP150E75NS-HWF is especially appealing to homeowners looking for a compact, modern air exchanger well suited to the realities of Quebec residences.

An effective ventilation solution for Quebec homes

In Quebec, houses are often built or renovated with excellent insulation to retain heat during winter. This insulation is beneficial for energy efficiency but can also reduce natural air renewal.

Without adequate ventilation, excess humidity, odors, CO₂, fine particles, volatile organic compounds, and stale air can become trapped inside. Over time, this can harm comfort, air quality, and even the building’s health.

The Broan-NuTone BLP150E75NS-HWF ERV helps address this issue by exhausting stale indoor air while introducing fresh air from outside. Unlike simple mechanical ventilation, an ERV also recovers some of the energy contained in the outgoing air.

This energy recovery is especially useful in a well-insulated home, as it allows for smarter ventilation without unnecessarily wasting the energy already used to heat or cool the indoor space.

Why choose the Broan-NuTone BLP150E75NS-HWF?

The Broan-NuTone BLP150E75NS-HWF stands out for its balance of performance, compact size, ease of installation, and energy efficiency. With a capacity of 155 CFM, it is suitable for various residential applications where constant and well-controlled ventilation is needed.

Its side connection is a significant advantage in many installation situations. When ducts need to be directed to the sides rather than the top, this configuration can facilitate integrating the device into a mechanical space, ceiling, wall cavity, or location where available space is more limited.

The suffix HWF indicates a hardwired version with interior finish, meaning the device is designed for wired installation and can be integrated more discreetly in certain indoor environments.

This model is therefore an interesting option for projects where appearance, accessibility, and installation flexibility are important factors.

Main technical features

Here is the important information about the Broan-NuTone BLP150E75NS-HWF model:

Model: BLP150E75NS-HWF
Type of air exchanger: VRE
Energy Star: No
Voltage: 115 V
Dimensions: 32.00 × 20.84 × 10.06 in
Manufacturer’s warranty: 5-1-0
Defrost cycle: Ventilation
Maximum sensible recovery efficiency: 84.0%
Airflow: 155.0 PCM / CFM at 0.4”
Connection: Side

These features make the BLP150E75NS-HWF a compact, efficient device well suited for homes that require an effective residential ventilation solution.

A flow rate of 155 CFM for reliable ventilation

With its flow rate of 155 PCM / CFM, the Broan-NuTone BLP150E75NS-HWF offers solid capacity for various types of residences. This level of ventilation allows for effective indoor air renewal when the device is properly sized and correctly installed.

A flow rate that is too low may be insufficient to remove moisture, odors, and stale air. Conversely, a device that is too powerful can create unnecessarily excessive or poorly adapted ventilation for the home.

That’s why proper sizing is essential. At AirGreen, we always assess the actual needs of each property before recommending an air exchanger. The area, number of occupants, insulation level, humidity rate, duct configuration, and lifestyle habits can all influence the choice of the right model.

The BLP150E75NS-HWF represents a balanced choice for many residential installations where effective, stable, and modern ventilation is sought.

A maximum sensible recovery efficiency of 84.0%

One of the highlights of this model is its maximum sensible recovery efficiency of 84.0%. This performance indicates that the device is capable of recovering a significant portion of the energy contained in the exhausted air.

In winter, it allows fresh air to enter while limiting heat loss. In summer, an ERV can also help better manage energy exchange between indoor and outdoor air, which is especially useful in an air-conditioned home.

This high efficiency helps maintain better indoor comfort while reducing energy waste associated with traditional ventilation.

For homes in Greater Montreal, where temperature differences between seasons can be significant, good recovery efficiency is a major advantage.

An ERV: ideal for better managing energy and humidity

Unlike an HRV, which mainly recovers sensible heat, an ERV is designed to recover some energy and can also help better manage humidity depending on usage conditions.

In a Quebec home, this difference can be significant. Indoor humidity can vary greatly depending on the season, number of occupants, cooking, showers, laundry, clothes drying, and building insulation.

The Broan-NuTone BLP150E75NS-HWF helps ensure controlled air renewal while maintaining a more energy-efficient approach than simple air extraction.

This makes it a particularly interesting solution for homeowners who want to improve indoor air quality without unnecessarily compromising thermal comfort.

Virtuo technology for smarter balancing

The BLP150E75NS-HWF benefits from Virtuo technology, designed to facilitate balancing and maintain a more stable airflow.

Balancing is a crucial step in installing an air exchanger. If the incoming and outgoing air are not properly adjusted, the device’s performance can be reduced. An unbalanced system can also cause pressure problems in the home, increase energy losses, or affect comfort.

With Virtuo technology, the device can adjust more intelligently to maintain more precise operation. For the owner, this means more consistent ventilation. For the installer, it makes system startup and adjustment easier.

At AirGreen, we consider balancing an essential part of any ventilation installation. A good air exchanger must not only perform well on paper but also be properly installed and adjusted on site.

TrueCFM: more reliable performance from installation to inspection

The Broan-NuTone BLP150E75NS-HWF is also equipped with TrueCFM technology, designed to ensure more stable airflow performance.

In a residential installation, the actual airflow can be influenced by duct length, bends, restrictions, grilles, filters, and static pressure. Technology that helps maintain a more reliable airflow is therefore an important advantage.

This approach allows for more predictable and consistent ventilation, which is essential to maintaining good indoor air quality.

For new homes, major renovations, or replacements of existing air exchangers, this precision can make a big difference.

Integrated LCD screen and precise airflow selection

Another advantage of the Broan-NuTone BLP150E75NS-HWF is its integrated LCD screen. This makes selecting the airflow easier and allows for more intuitive device adjustment.

The ability to precisely adjust the airflow is very practical, as every house has different needs. A small, well-insulated house will not necessarily have the same needs as a larger, busier, or more humid house.

The built-in screen also provides useful information about the device’s operation, simplifying installation, adjustments, and certain checks.

A modern air exchanger must be easy to adjust, easy to understand, and easy to maintain. The BLP150E75NS-HWF fits well with this logic.

ECM PMSM motors for efficient ventilation

The Broan-NuTone BLP150E75NS-HWF is designed with ECM PMSM motors, known for their efficiency and ability to maintain a stable airflow with optimized electrical consumption.

In a house, an air exchanger can operate for long periods. The quality of the motors is therefore very important. Efficient motors help reduce consumption, improve operational stability, and extend the system’s lifespan.

This technology is especially relevant for homeowners who want a reliable, durable ventilation system well suited for regular residential use.

Ventilation defrost cycle

The ventilation defrost cycle is an important feature in a cold climate like Quebec’s. When outdoor temperatures drop, an air exchanger can be exposed to frost formation under certain conditions.

Defrosting helps protect the recovery core and maintain the proper functioning of the device during cold periods.

For houses in Montreal, Laval, Longueuil, the North Shore, and the South Shore, this feature is particularly important. Our winters can be long, cold, and variable. An air exchanger must therefore be able to operate reliably even when outdoor conditions are more challenging.

A good defrosting strategy helps maintain stable ventilation and protect the internal components of the unit.

MERV 8 filtration to protect the system

The BLP150E75NS-HWF is designed with MERV 8 filtration, which helps capture certain particles in the air and protect the internal components of the unit.

Good filtration helps maintain a more stable airflow and preserve system performance. Dirty or neglected filters can reduce the efficiency of the air exchanger, increase motor strain, and harm ventilation quality.

At AirGreen, we always recommend regular filter maintenance based on the actual use of the unit and the manufacturer's recommendations.

A high-performance air exchanger must be well maintained. It is one of the best ways to extend its lifespan and maintain good indoor air quality.

A convenient side connection for multiple configurations

The side connection of the Broan-NuTone BLP150E75NS-HWF is a tangible advantage for several types of installations.

In some homes, mechanical space is limited. Existing ducts may be oriented horizontally, or the available location may make vertical connection less practical. In this context, a unit with a side connection can simplify installation and allow for a cleaner result.

This configuration can be useful in a basement, mechanical room, ceiling, wall cavity, or technical space where ducts need to be precisely organized.

At AirGreen, we always check the site configuration before recommending a model. The right air exchanger must meet ventilation needs as well as the physical constraints of the installation.

An easy-to-integrate low-profile design

With its dimensions of 32.00 × 20.84 × 10.06 in, the Broan-NuTone BLP150E75NS-HWF stands out with its low-profile design. Its height of only 10.06 in can be very appealing for installations where vertical space is limited.

This type of format allows for a more discreet integration in certain residential configurations. The unit can be installed to minimize clutter while offering a ventilation capacity of up to 155 CFM.

However, it is essential to provide sufficient access for maintenance, filter cleaning, core inspection, and future checks.

A well-thought-out installation not only facilitates immediate performance but also long-term maintenance.

An indoor version ready to integrate discreetly

The BLP150E75NS-HWF is an Interior Ready version, meaning it is designed to better integrate into an indoor space. Its design with a prefinished white access door and finishing kit can help the unit blend more easily into certain environments.

This feature is especially useful when the air exchanger is not installed in a traditional mechanical room but rather in a space where appearance and accessibility are more important.

For condos, townhouses, new constructions, or renovations where every inch counts, this type of design can represent a significant advantage.

Advantages of the Broan-NuTone BLP150E75NS-HWF

The VRE Broan-NuTone BLP150E75NS-HWF offers several important advantages:

155 CFM airflow, suitable for various residential applications
Maximum sensible recovery efficiency of 84.0%
VRE type, useful for effective ventilation and better energy management
Side connection, convenient for various installation configurations
Low-profile design, with a height of only 10.06 in
Compact dimensions: 32.00 × 20.84 × 10.06 in
Virtuo technology for smarter balancing
TrueCFM for more reliable airflow performance
Built-in LCD screen, convenient for settings and information reading
ECM PMSM motors, efficient and reliable
MERV 8 filtration to protect the system
Ventilation defrost cycle, adapted to winter conditions
Hardwired installation for a clean and professional integration
5-1-0 Manufacturer’s warranty

These advantages make the BLP150E75NS-HWF a serious option for homeowners looking for a modern, discreet, efficient air exchanger well suited to the realities of Quebec homes.

Professional installation by AirGreen

Choosing the right air exchanger is important, but the installation is just as crucial. A high-performance device can lose some of its efficiency if it is poorly installed, poorly connected, or poorly balanced.

At AirGreen, we install ventilation, air conditioning, heating, and HVAC systems throughout Greater Montreal. Our team understands the realities of Quebec homes: limited mechanical spaces, finished basements, low ceilings, existing ducts, old air exchangers to replace, humidity issues, and specific needs depending on each property.

We serve, among others:

Montreal
Laval
Longueuil
Boucherville
Brossard
Saint Bruno
Repentigny
Terrebonne
Saint-Eustache
North Shore
South Shore

Our goal is simple: to provide a clean, sustainable installation tailored to the real needs of each home.

Why trust AirGreen?

At AirGreen, we don’t just install a device. We analyze the home as a whole to propose a solution that truly meets the client’s needs.

We assess the site layout, accessibility, existing ducts, humidity levels, area, number of occupants, and homeowner expectations. This approach allows us to recommend a suitable air exchanger and carry out a professional installation.

With AirGreen, you benefit from local expertise, professional service, and full support before, during, and after installation.

A well-chosen and properly installed air exchanger can improve comfort, reduce humidity problems, help remove stale air, and contribute to a better quality of life inside the home.

A smart choice to improve indoor air quality

The Broan-NuTone BLP150E75NS-HWF is an excellent option for homeowners who want to improve their home’s ventilation with a compact, modern, and efficient device.

Thanks to its 155 CFM flow rate, maximum sensible recovery efficiency of 84.0%, side connection, low-profile design, and Virtuo technology, it meets the needs of many Quebec residences well.

In a well-insulated home, an air exchanger is often essential to maintain good indoor air quality. It helps to remove stale air, reduce excessive humidity, and bring in fresh air in a controlled way.

The BLP150E75NS-HWF is therefore a relevant choice for residential projects seeking efficient, discreet, and well-integrated ventilation.

In conclusion

The VRE Broan-NuTone BLP150E75NS-HWF is a compact, efficient, and well-designed residential air exchanger. With its flow rate of 155 PCM / CFM, maximum sensible recovery efficiency of 84.0%, side connection, low-profile design, and Virtuo technology, it represents a serious solution to improve indoor air quality.

For homeowners in Montreal, Laval, Longueuil, the North Shore, and the South Shore, this model can be an excellent choice when properly sized and installed by professionals.

At AirGreen, we pride ourselves on offering ventilation solutions tailored to the real needs of our customers. Whether it’s to replace an old air exchanger or to install a new system, our team is ready to assist you with precision, seriousness, and professionalism.

Contact AirGreen today to learn more about installing the Broan-NuTone BLP150E75NS-HWF and discover the best ventilation solution for your home.