Air Exchanger VENMAR AVS® N SERIES A160E65RS Greater Montreal
Is it the right size for your home?
It delivers 140 cfm net, enough to ventilate 1,600 to 2,600 sq ft. Choose your home's living area.
It's the right size.
For a 1,500 to 2,500 sq ft home, about 105 cfm of air needs to be renewed continuously. This unit delivers 140 cfm net — enough for the house, with extra capacity to boost ventilation for the bathroom and kitchen.
Calculation: 0.35 air changes per hour over the living volume, with 9 ft ceilings. Our estimator sets the exact airflow room by room, following CSA F326.
What it does, in numbers
Meets the Québec Construction Code for Greater Montréal. The Code requires 54% at −25 °C below 6,000 degree-days (Montréal, Laval, Longueuil and both shores) and 60% above that. This unit is rated at 56% at 64 cfm.
Airflow and efficiency: manufacturer's published data.
What you should know about this one
Published, verifiable facts, not brochure claims.
VacuumERV core: vacuum it, never soak it
At the fall service, dust off the energy recovery core with a vacuum and a soft brush attachment. Venmar warns never to soak it in water, unlike an HRV core.
19.1 inSide ports, 19.12 in tall cabinet
This model's connections are on the side: the cabinet is 19.12 in tall and 23.78 in wide, versus 21.5 in tall for the top-port A160E65RT.
56%What it still recovers at −25 °C
The only efficiency figure that matters for a Québec winter, and the one the Code uses. An efficiency quoted without its temperature means nothing; this one is measured at a test airflow of 64 cfm.
DamperIt defrosts without depressurizing the house
In cold weather, a motorized damper closes the outdoor air intake and recirculates indoor air through the core to thaw it. The house doesn't go into negative pressure during the cycle: no cold air drawn in through leaks, and none of the imbalance manufacturers warn about when there's a fireplace or a combustion appliance.
ERVIt moves moisture too, not just heat
An ERV transfers some moisture between the two airstreams. Useful in a house that gets too dry in winter or takes on a lot of humidity in summer. The trade-off: it generally recovers less heat than a comparable HRV.
−10 cfmWhat the ducts cost it
Between a nearly unrestricted test bench (0.2 in) and a real duct system (0.4 in), it drops from 150 to 140 cfm. Most spec sheets show only the first number, precisely because it looks better.
5 yearsThe core warranty
The core does the work and is the most expensive part to replace. Motors and parts: 5 years. We register the warranty in your name at commissioning.
6 inWhat it needs on site
6 in ducts, side connection. It needs enough clearance to slide the core out once a year.
What it needs on site
In a condo with no floor drain, or with little ceiling clearance, we usually look at a side-port model instead. Our estimator checks the location, the drain and the duct route before ordering.
Complete spec sheetData and cited sources
- Net airflow at 0.2 in. w.g.
- 150 cfm
- Net airflow at 0.4 in. w.g.
- 140 cfm
- SRE at 0 °C (64 cfm)
- 67%
- SRE at −25 °C (64 cfm)
- 56%
- ASE at 0 °C
- 72%
- Type
- ERV
- Connection
- Side ports
- Duct collars
- 6 in
- Defrost cycle
- Recirculation (motorized damper)
- Filters
- Washable MERV 8 filter and washable exhaust filter included
- Dimensions (L × D × H)
- 23.78 × 16.14 × 19.12 in
- Power supply
- 120 V
- Warranty — core
- 5 years
- Warranty — motors
- 5 years
- Warranty — parts
- 5 years
Airflow and efficiency: manufacturer's published data.
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Talk to an HVAC technician before you choose
We calculate the airflow room by room, check the location and the drain, and give you an installed price. Balancing is measured at commissioning, not estimated.
The Future of Fresh Air Systems: VENMAR AVS® N SERIES™ ERV 160 CFM 65% SRE WITH VIRTUO AIR TECHNOLOGY™ A160E65RS
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Harnessing the Power of Virtuo Air Technology™
The VENMAR AVS® N SERIES™ ERV 160 CFM 65% SRE WITH VIRTUO AIR TECHNOLOGY™ A160E65RS boasts of Virtuo Air Technology™ that offers immediate airflow calibration and auto-balancing. These features are maintained throughout the product's lifecycle.
- Integrated LCD Screen: The product features an integrated LCD screen, a first of its kind, allowing users to select the desired CFM ranging from 35 to 150 CFM. Once selected, the airflow is automatically set up.
- Real-Time LCD Airflow Measurement: The unit comes equipped with an integrated electronic airflow measurement device, providing real-time LCD readings.
- Integrated Diagnostic Tool: The integrated diagnostic tool simplifies maintenance procedures and troubleshooting.
- Energy-Efficient PMSM ECM Motors: The VENMAR AVS® N SERIES™ ERV 160 CFM 65% SRE WITH VIRTUO AIR TECHNOLOGY™ A160E65RS is powered by PMSM ECM motors, ensuring low power consumption.
- Flexible Installation Options: Installation has never been easier with the option to either suspend (chains included) or wall-mount with 2 or 4 bracket installations (universal brackets included).
Unparalleled Performance: Delve Deeper into the VENMAR AVS® N SERIES™ ERV 160 CFM 65% SRE WITH VIRTUO AIR TECHNOLOGY™ A160E65RS
- Exceptional SRE Performance: The unit achieves an impressive SRE of 67% at 0°C and 56% at -25°C (64 CFM), ensuring optimal energy conservation.
- Port Size: With a port size of 6", the unit conforms to standard installations.
- Recirculation Mode & Recirculation Defrost: The unit features a recirculation mode and recirculation defrost function, utilizing existing heat and reducing energy costs.
- Robust Construction: The corrosion-resistant galvanized steel door and body ensure the unit's longevity.
- Air Leakage Prevention: The one-piece molded insulation shell (expanded polystyrene; UL 94 HF-1 certified) prevents air leakage.
- Virtuo Constant Airflow and Auto-Balancing Device: The advanced unit integrates a patent-pending Virtuo constant airflow and auto-balancing device. Paired with motorized dampers, the unit ensures efficient and balanced ventilation at all times.
- Maintenance Features: The unit operates without a drain, simplifying installation processes and reducing maintenance requirements. It can recirculate air within the dwelling using the recirculation mode with a primary wall control.
- Power Cord: The unit comes with a 6' power cord for your convenience.
- Electrical Specifications: The unit's electrical characteristics include 120 volts, 60 Hz, 2.5 A, and 163 W.
- Sound: The unit operates at 73.2 dBA at 150 CFM @ 0.4 in. w.g. and 60.1 dBA at 64 CFM @ 0.2 in. w.g.
Core, Filters, and Options of the VENMAR AVS® N SERIES™ ERV 160 CFM 65% SRE WITH VIRTUO AIR TECHNOLOGY™ A160E65RS
- Core: The unit boasts a polypropylene crossflow core with a polymeric membrane and aluminum covers, making it impact-resistant and non-washable.
- Filters: The unit comes with a MERV 8 grade washable standard filter. An optional MERV13 grade filter (part no. V24285) is available.
- Options: The unit offers a complete line of registers and diffusers. It is compatible with the Tandem transition (part no. 14690) for units producing up to 110 CFM only.
Defrost System & Fan Curves with Virtuo
- Defrost System: The VENMAR AVS® N SERIES™ ERV 160 CFM 65% SRE WITH VIRTUO AIR TECHNOLOGY™ A160E65RS features the HomeshieldTM Defrosting System, preventing any backdraft by recirculating air into the house, eliminating negative pressure caused by air exhausted to the outdoors.
- Fan Curves with Virtuo: With Virtuo Air Technology™, there's no need for manual unit balancing. Both PMSM motors are controlled by an artificial intelligence performing 120 readings per minute, maintaining the requested airflow.
Compliance with Standards
The VENMAR AVS® N SERIES™ ERV 160 CFM 65% SRE WITH VIRTUO AIR TECHNOLOGY™ A160E65RS is UL 1812 compliant (safety), CSA C22.2 No. 113 compliant (safety), installable in compliance with CSA F326, performance tested as per CSA C439 Standard, complies with the ROHS 2015/863 directive, and compliant with Prop 65.
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