How is energy efficiency for ceiling fans measured?
Energy efficiency for ceiling fans is measured in cubic feet per minute per watt (cfm/watt). To save energy – look for models with the airflow you need, then pick the one with the highest efficiency.
| FTC 2012 Ceiling Fans – Listed by Efficiency | |||||
| Data Submitted – March 2012 | |||||
| Brand Name | Model Number | Fan Diameter | Efficiency in cfm/watt | Energy Use in watts | Capacity (airflow in cfm) |
| Windstar | 52-830-5RV-187 | 52 | 5704 | 64 | 79.3 |
| Windstar | 52-830-5RV-129 | 52 | 5704 | 64 | 79.3 |
| Windstar | 42-830-5RV-129 | 42 | 4425 | 61 | 72.5 |
| Windstar | 42-830-5RV-187 | 42 | 4425 | 61 | 72.5 |