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Broan-Nutone PTEL1115RK noise level
The Broan-Nutone PTEL1115RK is quieter than the category median of 0.7 sones, and its 150 CFM rating makes it suitable for bathrooms up to roughly 150 sq ft.
Full specifications
| Brand | Broan-Nutone |
|---|---|
| Model number | PTEL1115RK |
| Model name | PREMIUM |
| Category | Bathroom & Utility Fans |
| Sound level | 0.2 sones (≈17 dBA, approximate) |
| Airflow | 150 CFM |
| Efficiency | 14.2 CFM/W |
| Duct size | 6.00 inch depth X 0.00 inch width |
| Speeds | 3 |
| Integrated lighting | Yes |
| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes |
| On market since | 2024-07-01 |
| Markets | United States, Canada |
Quieter alternatives with similar airflow
| Model | Sones | ≈ dBA | Airflow | Efficiency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air King EVD | 0.1 | 7 | 150 CFM | 4.5 CFM/W | specs |
| Air King EVDG | 0.1 | 7 | 150 CFM | 4.5 CFM/W | specs |
| Air King EVDGH | 0.1 | 7 | 150 CFM | 4.5 CFM/W | specs |
| Air King EVDH | 0.1 | 7 | 150 CFM | 4.5 CFM/W | specs |
| Air King EVLD | 0.1 | 7 | 150 CFM | 4.6 CFM/W | specs |
Similar bathroom & utility fans
| Model | Sones | ≈ dBA | Airflow | Efficiency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panasonic Eco Solutions FV-1315RQ1 | 0.2 | 17 | 150 CFM | 5.5 CFM/W | specs |
| Broan PTE1115RKY | 0.2 | 17 | 150 CFM | 14.2 CFM/W | specs |
| Broan-Nutone PTE1115RK | 0.2 | 17 | 150 CFM | 14.2 CFM/W | specs |
| Broan-Nutone PTE1115RK = PTE1115H with PTE1115RKF | 0.2 | 17 | 150 CFM | 14.2 CFM/W | specs |
| Air King E110S | 0.3 | 23 | 150 CFM | 4.5 CFM/W | specs |
Frequently asked questions
How many sones is the Broan-Nutone PTEL1115RK?
The Broan-Nutone PTEL1115RK is certified at 0.2 sones in ENERGY STAR lab testing, which is approximately 17 dBA. That is near the threshold of human hearing — effectively silent in a normal room.
Is the Broan-Nutone PTEL1115RK quiet?
At 0.2 sones, the Broan-Nutone PTEL1115RK is quieter than 84% of the 811 certified bathroom & utility fans we track, and quieter than the category median of 0.7 sones.
How powerful is the Broan-Nutone PTEL1115RK?
It moves 150 CFM, which is adequate for a bathroom of roughly 150 sq ft under the standard 1-CFM-per-square-foot guideline, at an efficiency of 14.2 CFM per watt.
Data provenance: Sound levels are certified lab measurements (sones) reported in the U.S. EPA ENERGY STAR certified products dataset — not manufacturer marketing claims. Source: ENERGY STAR Certified Ventilating Fans (US EPA), last fetched 2026-06-13. The dBA figure is an approximate conversion from sones — see our methodology.