EXINDA 100CFM Ultra-Slim ERV | Energy Recovery Ventilator for Residential Applications
The EXINDA Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) is designed for multi-family residential buildings, retrofit applications, and new residential construction where balanced ventilation and energy recovery are required. The system uses a cross-flow energy recovery core to transfer heat and moisture between exhaust and supply air streams, helping reduce energy loss while maintaining indoor air exchange.
The unit is intended for residential ventilation systems requiring continuous fresh air supply. It maintains stable airflow performance under variable static pressure conditions caused by duct length, filter resistance, or installation environment. The auto-balancing ECM motor system supports consistent airflow output with reduced field adjustment requirements, suitable for contractor installation in both retrofit and new build projects.
Key Features
• Ultra-compact low-profile design (approx. 9.6 in. height) for ceiling or wall installation in limited plenum spaces
• Three-speed airflow selection (50 / 70 / 100 CFM), up to 100 CFM @ 0.4 in. w.g
• MERV 8 washable filters for residential indoor air quality maintenance
• 4-inch duct connection compatible with standard residential ventilation layouts
• Operating temperature range: -25°C to 43°C (-13°F to 109°F) for cold climate applications
• 120V / 60Hz / 1Ph e
• UL1812 safety certification, CSA performance certification, HVI listed
1. Product Overview
| Engineering Specification Criteria | Certified Parameter |
|---|---|
| Equipment Category | Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) |
| Factory Model Number | ICMBCNF1AYE (Exinda 100CFM Series) |
| Project Application Suitability | Residential / Multi-family / High-density Retrofit |
| Mounting Configuration | Ceiling Mounted / Slim-profile Horizontal Concealed Deployment |
| Core Control Architecture | Constant Airflow Architecture + Intelligent Auto-Balancing Technology |
2. Mechanical Performance & Energy Metrics
| Performance Index / Selection Metrics | Verified Value & Test Standards |
|---|---|
| Airflow Capacity Range | 53 – 100 CFM (Selectable airflow speed range for multi-family compliance) |
| Rated Operational Airflow | 100 CFM @ 0.4 in. w.g. (Static Pressure Engineering Baseline) |
| Blower Fan Speed Configuration | 3-Speed Control Operation (Low / Mid / High Speed Curves) |
| Maximum External Static Pressure | Sustains stable continuous operation up to 1.2 in. w.g. (300 Pa) |
| Energy Exchanger Core Type | Cross-flow polymer core (Simultaneous sensible and latent energy recovery) |
| Sensible Recovery Efficiency (SRE) | 77% SRE at 64 scfm / 73% SRE at 92 scfm (Verified at 0°C / 32°F) |
| Adjusted Sensible Recovery (ASRE) | 80% ASRE at 64 scfm / 77% ASRE at 92 scfm (Verified at 0°C / 32°F) |
| Cooling Mode Total Recovery Efficiency | 63% Sensible total efficiency / 65% Adjusted total recovery efficiency |
| Net Moisture Transfer Rate | Up to 34% latent moisture transfer at 65 scfm (At 95°F / 35°C inlet supply) |
| Extreme Cold Operational Stability Limit | Stable continuous performance sustained down to -25°C (-13°F) ambient |
| Labor Cost & Setup Time Mitigation | Auto-balancing & self-adjusting features save up to 20 minutes per unit |
High-Efficiency Climate Optimization
Engineered to comply fully with the rigorous CSA 439 standard. This system delivers an exceptional 77% Sensible Recovery Efficiency (SRE) at 64 scfm, drastically lowering the active electrical heating and cooling loads on North American building envelopes while sustaining balanced fresh airflow.
Built for Extreme Northern Climates
Specially optimized for Canadian and Northern US building codes. Unlike standard ventilation products that suffer from core freeze or performance degradation, Exinda’s decentralized architecture is performance-verified to maintain continuous operational stability even under brutal -25°C (-13°F) winter ambient conditions.
Ultra-Quiet 30 dBA Multi-Family Profile
A consultant engineer's premier choice for strict localized acoustic specification matching. Fully validated inside professional sound laboratories to sustain a whisper-quiet 30 dBA sound pressure level at 1 meter during high-speed operation, ensuring total multi-family tenant comfort and privacy.
4. Advanced System Integration & Operational Logic
| Engineering System & Integration Parameters | Detailed Operational Logic & Performance Evidence (Ground Truth) |
|---|---|
| Defrost Control & Severe Cold Climate Protection | The system incorporates an automated exhaust defrost cycle control mechanism engineered to sustain continuous performance efficiency and core integrity under winter ambient operational limits down to -25°C (-13°F) without thermal failure. |
| Centralized HVAC Interlock & Thermostat Wiring | Features an integrated 24V universal thermostat terminal strip supporting standard C, G, R, W, and Y connections, allowing seamless interlock integration directly into a centralized furnace or Air Handling Unit (AHU) low-voltage terminal block. |
| Constant Airflow & Installer Labor Cost Optimization | Utilizes advanced constant airflow regulation architecture backed by innovative auto-balancing and self-adjusting technology, ensuring perfectly balanced residential ventilation across external static pressures up to 1.2 in. w.g. while reducing contractor field setup time by up to 20 minutes per unit. |
| Blower Fan Calibration & Static Pressure Delivery | Equipped with a high-performance digitally controlled brushless ECM motor assembly, delivering a rated operational baseline of 90 CFM at a 0.4 in. w.g. engineering static pressure threshold, with a total selectable operational range spanning 53 to 100 CFM. |
| Energy Recovery Core Technology & Latent Transfer | Employs a premium cross-flow non-washable engineering polymer energy recovery core, verified to simultaneously pre-condition incoming fresh air by capturing sensible heat efficiency up to 77% and transferring up to 34% latent summer moisture load. |
| Chassis Profile, Spatial Footprint & Single-Installer Setup | Constructed in a lightweight 36 lbs configuration with an ultra-slim physical profile measuring 9-1/12" (H) x 20-1/16" (W) x 20-1/14" (D), optimized for tight decentralized ceiling-mounted concealment, utilizing standard 4-inch round ducted connection collars for effortless physical deployment. |
| Low-Voltage Auxiliary Controller Infrastructure | Designed with dedicated internal terminal connections optimized for 3-wire 20 Gauge (Minimum) low-voltage field wiring, allowing quick-snap connection to localized auxiliary hardware such as bathroom ventilation override timers. |
Target Applications & Structural Constraints
- Ceiling Height & Plenum Constraints: With an ultra-slim profile of only 9-1/12 inches, this unit resolves spatial bottlenecks in high-rise apartments, concrete slab multi-family buildings, and low-ceiling retrofits.
- Decentralized IAQ Management: Eliminates the cross-contamination risks and balancing complexities of centralized shafts by zoning indoor air quality (IAQ) per individual apartment unit.
- Static Pressure Stability: The Smartflow™ micro-processor automatically adjusts motor EC speed to compensate for external static pressure (ESP) fluctuations caused by wind or duct bends.
Frequently Asked Questions (Engineering & Procurement)
Q1: Can the EXINDA 100CFM ERV be used as a direct alternative to Panasonic FV-10VEC2?
Yes. The EXINDA ICMBCNF1AYE provides equivalent 40-100 CFM adjustable airflow and continuous balanced ventilation, utilizing an ultra-slim 9.08-inch profile specifically designed to fit tighter ceiling joists than standard Panasonic units.
Q2: Does this unit comply with ASHRAE 62.2 standards for multifamily buildings?
Absolutely. The 100 CFM capacity and localized continuous operation parameters are fully engineered to satisfy ASHRAE 62.2 indoor air quality metrics for modern multi-family residential projects.
Q3: How does the auto-defrost protection operate in cold climates?
When outdoor temperatures drop below -5°C (23°F) down to -25°C (-13°F), the internal controller initiates a periodic recirculation/defrost cycle to prevent frost buildup on the energy exchange core without requiring energy-intensive electric pre-heaters.
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