Beat the heat and moisture for year-round comfort with Solatube Solar-Powered Attic Fans

Beat the heat and moisture for year-round comfort with Solatube Solar-Powered Attic Fans

Solar-Powered Attic Fans

New ClimaSense™ Series – Big Power For Big Impact

Our attic fans combine advanced motor technologies with progressive designs and are powered by a huge 33-watt solar panel with ClimaSense™ technology. This superior system delivers exceptional power, efficiently venting hot air and moisture to keep your attic cool and dry, day and night. It enhances home comfort, prolongs the life of your roof and air conditioner, and reduces energy bills with whisper-quiet operation – making it an unbeatable investment in your home’s efficiency and comfort.

Beat the Heat

When summer hits, you want a solution with serious power to vent the heat from your attic all day and into the night.

  • ClimaSense™ run-at-night technology
  • Remove heat & moisture from your attic day and night
  • Protect roof structures & HVHC equipment from deteriorating
  • Reduces air conditioning costs
  • Keep your attic cooler before the next hot day to improve
    your home’s overall thermal efficiency.
  • Sleek, modern design for an enhanced appearance on your roof.

Remove Winter Mold and Moisture

A Solar Powered Attic Fan equalizes interior and exterior temperatures, safeguarding your home from the worst of winter.

  • Removes excess humidity from showers, humidifiers, and dishwashers
  • Prevents leaks and structural decay triggered by ice buildup on your roof
  • Avoid damage to insulation and framing materials produced by moisture accumulation
  • Fights weakening of internal structures caused by mold and fungus growth

Solar Attic Fans

New Roof Mount 2400 with Optional ClimaSense™

When summer hits, you want a solution with serious power to vent the heat from your attic and garage all day and into the night. The RM 2400 is our biggest attic fan ever, with an industry-leading 33-watt solar panel that generates maximum ventilation. Gain unprecedented control with Climasense™ technology over attic and garage climates, eliminating unwanted temperatures and humidity all day and into the night.

Solar Attic Fans Big Power For Big Impact

Our Strongest Motor Yet

The RM 2400’s new motor is an absolute beast. It can handle maximum wattage from the solar panel, better converting that power into higher fan speed, while running with ultra-low vibration and sound.

Solar Attic Fan New ClimaSense Technology

Solatube Solar-Powered Attic Fans

NEW ClimaSense Series

Introducing the NEW ClimaSense Series Solar-Powered Attic Fans, designed to run all day, and into the night, and cater to the unique climate of your home. Gain unprecedented control over attic and garage climates, eliminating unwanted humidity and temperatures without lifting a finger. Set the temperature and humidity limits to vent your spaces automatically. ClimaSense™ Technology ensures ventilation 4 hours after the sunsets, providing cooling and comfort throughout the evening.

Meet the rest of one very cool family.

When you don’t need all of its massive power of the RM 2400 or need an internally mounted fan, we have the options you need.

Roof Mount 1500:
Compact and Powerful

For smaller attics, open ceiling garages and even sheds, you may not need as much power. That’s where the RM 1500 comes in. With a 16-watt solar panel, it creates just the right amount of airflow for efficient venting of heat and moisture.

Interior Mount 1500:
Works with Existing Attic Venting

Designed to mount inside your attic, the Solar Star Ventilation Fan IM 1500 converts passive gable, dormer, powered and whirlybird vents into an active, solar-powered venting system. The 16-watt solar panel sits discreetly on your roof to maintain your home’s curb appeal.

The right profile for the right roof.

Our attractive solar attic fans come in multiple profiles. The High Profile Roof Mount is more of an aesthetic preference while the Pitched Roof Mount improves exposure to the sun. It especially comes in handy for north-facing roof applications.

High Profile Roof Mount

This aerodynamic design is perfect for locations with heavy snow loads, heavy winds, and/or tropical storms/hurricanes. Meets Florida Building Code HVHZ (FL14826) as well as Texas Department of Insurance (RV-57).

Low Profile Roof Mount

This sleek, unobtrusive design is for most pitched roof applications. Meets Florida Building Code (FL10884) and Texas Department of Insurance (RV-57).

Pitched Roof

A great alternative for north-facing roofs when you need to improve exposure to the sun.

Tile Roof

Our proprietary designed flashing, integrates seamlessly with the tile roof structure, making the installation impervious to water.

Add a thermal switch or extra solar panels.

Want more out of your solar attic fan system? Solar attic fan ventilation add-ons maximize performance
to ensure every inch of your attic is properly vented. More power to you.

Add the Thermal Switch – Temperature Controlled Attic Fans

Maximize motor performance by adding Temperature Controlled Thermal Switch to any attic fan model. Using a thermal switch, the fan will turn off when it gets cold and turn itself back on when the temperature gets hot in your attic. The thermal switch activates when temperatures reach approximately 85° F (29° C) and deactivates when temperatures drop below 65° F (18° C). Can be installed on all attic fan models.

RM 1500 Add-On Panel – For boosting performance

When shadows limit sun exposure and minimize the performance of your Solar Star Ventilation Fan, supplement its operation with the RM 1500 Add-on Panel to ensure continuous operation throughout the day.

Whole House Fan: Additional Attic Cooling

In addition to the benefits of our solar-powered attic fans, homeowners who install Solatube’s powered Whole House Fans to cool their living spaces benefit from having their attics cooled as well.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Solatube Solar-Powered Attic Fans

What are the benefits of installing a solar-powered attic fan? +
Solatube Solar-Powered Attic Fans actively remove trapped heat and moisture from your attic space. In the summer, this significantly reduces your air conditioning costs, protects your roof structure, and extends the life of your HVAC equipment. In the winter, it equalizes temperatures to prevent mold growth, insulation damage, and structural decay caused by ice buildup.
Do solar attic fans only work while the sun is shining? +
Not anymore! Our new ClimaSense™ Series features advanced run-at-night technology. It allows your fan to continue ventilating your attic for up to 4 hours after the sun sets, giving you automatic, continuous cooling and humidity control throughout the evening.
What size solar attic fan do I need for my home? +
We offer models designed to fit any space. Our robust RM 2400 (Roof Mount 2400)features an industry-leading 33-watt solar panel, providing massive power for large attics and garages. If you have a smaller attic, shed, or open-ceiling garage, our compact RM 1500 (Roof Mount 1500) with a 16-watt panel creates the perfect amount of airflow. The IM 1500 (Interior Mount 1500) is a solar attic fan that mounts on the inside of your attic or garage and the solar panel is mounted on the roof.
Can Solatube Solar Attic Fans (Attic Fans) be installed in the garage? +
Absolutely, this is a perfect use for our Solar Attic Fans. It can remove all the hot air out of your attic, so you can utilize this space for hobbies, and it also protects your cars and other objects in your garage. They are perfect for garage ventilation.
Can a solar attic fan be installed on my specific roof type? +
Absolutely. We offer multiple mounting profiles to suit your home's architecture and local climate. You can choose a sleek Low Profile mount, a seamless Tile Roof mount, or an aerodynamic High Profile mount that is specifically engineered to meet strict building codes in hurricane zones and heavy snow areas.
Can I set my attic fan to turn on and off automatically based on temperature? +
Yes! You can maximize your motor's performance by adding a Temperature Controlled Thermal Switch to any of our attic fan models. This switch automatically activates the fan when your attic temperature reaches approximately 85°F (29°C) and deactivates it when the temperature drops below 65°F (18°C).
I already have passive vents on my roof. Can I still use a solar attic fan? +
Yes, we have a specific solution for that. Our Interior Mount 1500 is designed to mount entirely inside your attic, converting your existing passive gable, dormer, or whirlybird vents into an active, solar-powered venting system without adding a new fan housing to your roofline.
What if my roof gets a lot of shade during the day? +
If tree shadows or a north-facing roof angle limit your sun exposure, you can supplement your system with an RM 1500 Add-On Panel. This ensures your attic fan receives enough power for continuous, optimal operation throughout the day.