An Exhaust fan and a Ventilation fan are a few type of fans that are available in the market. Both are used to improve the air quality of indoors. It also increases the air circulation. Although both are fans and seem to possess similarities there are several differences in their purposes, functions, operation, and application.
The differences between an exhaust fan and a ventilation fan are:
Exhaust fan and Ventilation fan operation:
The exhaust fan pulls out air from the room and expels it outside. Moreover, they are typically install in walls, ceilings, or windows.
Whereas ventilation fans are usually a part of the HVAC system which circulates the indoor air or brings outside fresh air. Furthermore, they can also seen in windows or walls.
Purposes and uses:
Firstly, exhaust fans are used in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, or other places where air quality has decrease due to moisture buildup, humidity, chemical composition, or smoke buildup. Where, it expels the bad quality air outside the building.
Furthermore, ventilation fans are used in bedrooms, living spaces, offices, and commercial buildings which help to exchange the indoor air and outdoor air continuously to bring fresh air. Moreover, it improves the air quality of whole building as a whole.
Energy consumption of exhaust and ventilation fan:
Exhaust consumes less energy in comparison to ventilation due to its smaller size. Whereas, ventilation consumes more energy as it can be part of HVAC systems.
Temperature control:
Exhaust doesn’t help in controlling temperature. Whereas, ventilation continuously exchanges air and helps in cooling down the room so it helps in temperature control.
Sizes:
Exhausts are smaller fans ideal for removing smells, odors, and moisture. Moreover, ventilation is a bigger fan for improving air quality and temperature controls.
In conclusion, both fans have its own characteristics and functions. If your purpose is to remove the smells and improve air quality then exhaust fan is best option. While if you want to improving air quality as well as you want to control the temperature then ventilation fan is best. Contact Dharabijuli Services Pvt. Ltd. for installation of fan. We have a wide varieties of fans for your requirement.
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