Air Exchanger VENMAR AVS® N SERIES A160E65RT Greater Montreal
Is it the right size for your home?
It delivers 142 cfm net, enough to ventilate 1,700 to 2,700 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 142 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
$14.64
Electricity per year
Less than a 60 W light bulb
Bulbs left on day and night. Same calculation for every line: wattage × 8,760 h × 11.142 ¢/kWh.
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 66 cfm.
Airflow and efficiency: manufacturer's data; airflow at 0.4 in and power draw from the V160E65RT spec sheet. Cost: 15 W over 8,760 h at Hydro-Québec's Rate D second tier (11.142 ¢/kWh).
What you should know about this one
Published, verifiable facts, not brochure claims.
35–150 cfmChoose 35 to 150 cfm right on the unit
Airflow is selected on the built-in LCD, which also shows measured airflow in real time and doubles as a diagnostic tool. Virtuo then takes care of balancing automatically.
Sup/exhSupply and exhaust airflows can be set separately
Holding + and − together for 4 seconds lets the installer set the fresh-air supply and the stale-air exhaust airflows separately, right on the unit's screen.
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 66 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.
−8 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 142 cfm. Most spec sheets show only the first number, precisely because it looks better.
15 WMeasured at the airflow it actually runs at
Its 76% at 0 °C is measured at 38 cfm, the continuous airflow of a typical home. At that setting it draws 15 W, or about 131 kWh a year.
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, top connection. It weighs 37 lb, and 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.
- 142 cfm
- SRE at 0 °C (38 cfm)
- 76%
- SRE at −25 °C (66 cfm)
- 56%
- ASE at 0 °C
- 81%
- Power draw
- 15 W
- Efficacy
- 2.5 cfm/W
- Type
- ERV
- Connection
- Top ports
- Duct collars
- 6 in
- Defrost cycle
- Recirculation (motorized damper)
- Filters
- Washable MERV 8 filter and washable exhaust filter included (kit SV66133)
- Dimensions (L × D × H)
- 21 × 16.3 × 21.5 in
- Weight
- 37 lb
- Power supply
- 120 V
- Warranty — core
- 5 years
- Warranty — motors
- 5 years
- Warranty — parts
- 5 years
Manufacturer's published data for this model; airflow at 0.4 in and power draw from the V160E65RT spec sheet, a model with identical published ratings. Annual consumption calculated at 15 W running continuously for 8,760 h, at Hydro-Québec's Rate D second tier (11.142 ¢/kWh), in effect since April 1, 2026.
The next model down and up
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.
Unveiling the VENMAR AVS® N SERIES™ ERV 160 CFM 65% SRE with Virtuo Air Technology™ A160E65RT
Welcome to AirGreen, a premier HVAC company based in Montreal. We proudly provide HVAC sales and installation services across Greater Montreal, Laval, Longueuil, South Shore, and North Shore. In our Air Exchanger section on our website, we present a broad range of Venmar Air Exchangers, one of which is the phenomenal VENMAR AVS® N SERIES™ ERV 160 CFM 65% SRE WITH VIRTUO AIR TECHNOLOGY™ A160E65RT.
Experience unparalleled indoor air quality with this industry-leading residential fresh air system. This system has been meticulously designed and enhanced to make life easier and more profitable for contractors, all while ensuring superior air quality.
Revolutionize your air with Virtuo Air Technology™
Thanks to Virtuo Air Technology™, this device can quickly achieve airflow calibration and auto-balancing, and these features are maintained throughout the product’s lifespan.
- Integrated LCD Screen: Use the integrated LCD screen to select the desired CFM (from 35 to 110 CFM). After this, the airflow is automatically set up.
- Real-Time LCD: The ERV is equipped with an integrated electronic airflow measurement device providing real-time LCD readings.
- Diagnostic Tool: The integrated diagnostic tool simplifies the maintenance and troubleshooting of the unit.
Energy Efficient Design
Fitted with PMSM ECM motors, this model ensures minimal power consumption. This attribute not only makes it environmentally friendly but also translates into significant cost savings for users over the long term.
Installation Flexibility
The VENMAR AVS® N SERIES™ERV A160E65RT is designed with installation flexibility at its core. It supports both suspended installation (chains included) and wall-mount installation. The universal brackets included in the package provide a choice of 2 or 4 bracket installations.
Unbeatable Performance
The VENMAR AVS® N SERIES™ERV A160E65RT comes with impressive specifications that guarantee optimum performance.
- SRE Performance: This unit achieves a remarkable SRE of 67% at 0°C and 56% at -25°C (64 CFM), ensuring optimum energy conservation.
- Port Size: With a port size of 6", the unit fits into standard installations.
- Recirculation Defrost: This approach utilizes existing heat, reducing energy costs.
- Durable Construction: The corrosion-resistant galvanized steel door and body ensure the longevity of the unit.
- 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: Our advanced unit incorporates 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: The unit operates without a drain, simplifying the installation process and reducing maintenance requirements. It can recirculate air within the dwelling using the recirculation mode with a main wall control.
- Power Cord: The unit comes with a 6’ power cord for your convenience.
- Electrical Characteristics: 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
- Core: The unit features a polypropylene crossflow core with a polymeric membrane and aluminum covers, which are impact-resistant and non-washable.
- Filters: The unit comes with a standard MERV 8 grade washable filter. An optional MERV13 grade filter (part no. V24285) is available.
- Options: The unit is compatible with the Tandem transition (part no. 14690) and is recommended for installations producing up to 110 CFM only.
Homeshield™ Defrosting System
Our unique Homeshield™ Defrosting System ensures that no negative pressure is created by air exhausted outdoors since the air is recirculated into the house, helping to prevent any backdraft.
Fan Curves with Virtuo Air Technology™
Thanks to Virtuo Air Technology™, there’s no need to balance the unit manually. Both PMSM motors are controlled by artificial intelligence, performing 120 readings per minute, then processing this information to maintain the requested airflow.
For typical installation, Virtuo will ensure balanced ventilation at every selected speed, regardless of the weather conditions, the type of connection, the variable speed furnace/AHU, the stack effect, the filter clogging, and so on. This results in peace of mind for installers and users, knowing that the unit will always remain balanced and that it will maintain its maximum heat/energy recovery efficiency.
Compliance with Requirements and Standards
The VENMAR AVS® N SERIES™ ERV 160 CFM 65% SRE with Virtuo Air Technology™ A160E65RT is UL 1812 compliant (safety), CSA C22.2 No. 113 compliant (safety), could be installed in compliance with CSA F326, has been performance tested as per CSA C439 Standard, complies with ROHS 2015/863 directive, and is Prop 65 compliant.
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