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hvac:roof_vent [2020/04/06 13:15]
frater_secessus [sizing]
hvac:roof_vent [2020/04/06 13:48]
frater_secessus [wind-powered vents]
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 ===== nonstandard vents ===== ===== nonstandard vents =====
  
-Although 14x14" vents are standard in the camper world, there are other options.+Although 14x14" vents are standard in the camper world, there are other (usually smaller) options. The smaller vents often have greatly-reduced flow, as measured in CFM((cubic feet/minute)). Some of the smaller ones give cubic feet measurements, //but are given for an hour// Example:  900 cubic ft/hour == only **15** CFM. 
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 +'Dwellers looking to maximize solar real estate may be able to mount low-rise vents //under// raised solar panels.   
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 +==== mushroom vents ==== 
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 +RV-style mushroom vents are typically mounted in 5" to 6.25" holes.  They may be always-open or openable, [[https://amzn.to/2UPaOF0|powered]] or passive.  [[https://amzn.to/2UL5ulK|Solar powered versions]] exist. 
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 +==== wind-powered vents ==== 
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 +[[https://amzn.to/39K80wV|{{ https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61kgY7E413L._AC_UY218_ML3_.jpg?125}}]][[https://amzn.to/39K80wV|Flettner-style vents]] use breezes (5-10mph+((https://www.flettner.co.uk/flettner-frequently-asked-questions/))) to rotate fan blades.   
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-Marine style mushroom vents 
  
  
hvac/roof_vent.txt · Last modified: 2022/11/22 03:38 by princess_fluffypants