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Frigate 150 EC HRV - Energy-Efficient Whole-Home Fresh Air Ventilation
The Vents Frigate 150 EC HRV (Heat Recovery Ventilator) is a compact, high-efficiency fresh air ventilation system designed for homes, apartments, cottages, and small commercial spaces. It delivers balanced supply and exhaust airflow while recovering heat from outgoing air, helping improve indoor air quality, control humidity, and reduce energy loss year-round.
At the core of the Frigate 150 EC are electronically commutated (EC) motors with external rotors and backward-curved impellers, engineered for quiet operation and precise airflow control. EC motor technology provides excellent energy efficiency, long service life, and flexible speed control, allowing the system to adapt to changing ventilation needs while keeping power consumption low. All motors and impellers are dynamically balanced to ensure smooth, reliable performance.
A polystyrene cross-flow heat recovery core captures up to 69% of heat from the exhaust air stream, pre-conditioning incoming fresh air before it enters the home. This makes the Frigate 150 EC an ideal solution for energy-efficient homes seeking continuous fresh air without sacrificing comfort.
The unit includes MERV 6 supply and exhaust filters to reduce dust and airborne particles, along with a slim 9 5/8″ cabinet and 5-inch duct connections for flexible installation in tight mechanical spaces. With airflow up to 186 CFM, low sound levels, and a 10-year warranty on the recovery core, the Frigate 150 EC offers dependable whole-home ventilation in a compact footprint.
Not sure what core type means? Compare HRV core technologies: crossflow vs counter flow.
Quick Facts - Frigate 150 EC HRV
- Whole-home heat recovery ventilator (HRV) for continuous fresh air
- Delivers up to 186 CFM of balanced supply and exhaust airflow
- High-efficiency EC motors with backward-curved impellers
- Energy-efficient operation with fan efficacy of 2.56 CFM/W
- Polystyrene cross-flow heat recovery core
- Heat recovery efficiency up to 69%
- Quiet performance at 2.1 sones
- MERV 6 filters on both supply and exhaust air streams
- 5" duct connections for flexible installation
- Slim 9 5/8" cabinet depth for tight mechanical spaces
- Designed for homes, apartments, cottages, and small commercial spaces
- 2-year warranty
What This Unit Does
The Frigate 150 EC HRV continuously brings fresh outdoor air into your home while exhausting stale indoor air, recovering heat in the process to maintain comfort and improve indoor air quality with minimal energy loss.
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Details
Frigate 150 EC Series HRV | |||
| 150 EC | 150R EC | 150CF EC | |
| Maximum continuous air flow capacity (at 0.1 in. w.g.) | 186 CFM | 186 CFM | 186 CFM |
| Sensible recovery efficiency at 32°F (0`C) | 69% | 69% | 69% |
| MERV6 supply/exhaust filters | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Sound level | 2.1 Sones | ||
| Power consumption | 186 W | 186 W | 186 W |
| Fan Efficacy | 2.56 CFM/W | ||
| Duct diameters | 5 inches | ||
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 9 5/8”x 25 1/8” x 27 3/4” | ||
Frigate EC Motor Model Comparison
| Frigate EC Model | 80 EC | 80 R EC | 120EC | 120 R EC | 120 ERV EC | 120 ERV REC | 150EC HRV | 150 R EC HRV | ERV 150 EC | ERV 150 R EC |
| Maximum continuous air flow capacity (at 0.1 in. w.g.) | 81 CFM | 189 CFM | 161 CFM | 150 CFM | 186 CFM | 181 CFM | ||||
| Sensible recovery efficiency at 32°F (0`C) | 73% | 62% | 71% | 72% | 69% | 73% | ||||
| Apparent Sensible Effectiveness at 32°f (0`C) | 82% | 69% | 73% | 74% | 78% | 82% | ||||
| MERV6 supply/exhaust filters | Yes - All Models - Washable and replaceable | |||||||||
| Sound level | 1.4 Sones | 1.9 Sones | 1.5 Sones | 2.1 Sones | 1.9 Sones | |||||
| Fan efficacy | 1.72 CFM/W | 2.86 CFM/W | 2.78 CFM/W | 2.83 CFM/W | 2.56 CFM/W | |||||
| Power consumption | 61 W | 204 W | 175 W | 186 W | 186 W | |||||
| Recovery core | Enthalpy | Polystyrene cross-flow | Enthalpy | Polystyrene cross-flow | Enthalpy | |||||
| Duct diameters | 5" Duct diameter | |||||||||
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 9 1/8”x 20 1/8” x 21 1/8” | 9 5/8”x 23 7/8” x 26 1/2” | 9 5/8”x 25 1/8” x 27 3/4” | |||||||
| Fan defrost | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |||||
| Recirculation | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |||||
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Choosing the right Frigate/Brig for your home
| Frigate/Brig Model | Max CFM | Recommended House Size |
| Series 80 EC ERV | 93 | up to 1900 sq ft |
| Series 120 EC HRV | 127 | up to 2700 sq ft |
| Series 150 EC HRV | 178 | up to 3700 sq ft |
| Brig 200 HRV | 213 | up to 4500 sq ft |
| Brig 300 HRV | 257 | up to 5200 sq ft |
based on a dwelling with 9' ceilings. Check with your HVAC technician/installer for the most accurate data.
* Max CFM values can vary slightly between the ERV or HRV version in that series.
Download infographic - Vents CFM calculator
Why you need a Frigate ERV or HRV

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