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Ortech ODC-1109 noise level
The Ortech ODC-1109 is louder than the category median of 0.7 sones, and its 116 CFM rating makes it suitable for bathrooms up to roughly 115 sq ft.
Full specifications
| Brand | Ortech |
|---|---|
| Model number | ODC-1109 |
| Model name | ODC-1109 |
| Category | Bathroom & Utility Fans |
| Sound level | 1.1 sones (≈41 dBA, approximate) |
| Airflow | 116 CFM |
| Efficiency | 4.7 CFM/W |
| Duct size | 4.00 inch diameter |
| Speeds | 1 |
| Integrated lighting | No |
| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes |
| On market since | 2024-12-09 |
| Markets | United States, Canada |
Quieter alternatives with similar airflow
| Model | Sones | ≈ dBA | Airflow | Efficiency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenheck SP-A110 | 0.1 | 7 | 120 CFM | 6.2 CFM/W | specs |
| Panasonic Eco Solutions FV-0811RQ1 | 0.1 | 7 | 110 CFM | 5.1 CFM/W | specs |
| Panasonic Eco Solutions FV-0811RQC1 | 0.1 | 7 | 110 CFM | 4.9 CFM/W | specs |
| Fantech SC50-80-110 (484313) | 0.1 | 7 | 110 CFM | 10.7 CFM/W | specs |
| Fantech SC50-80-110H (494140) | 0.1 | 7 | 110 CFM | 10.7 CFM/W | specs |
Similar bathroom & utility fans
| Model | Sones | ≈ dBA | Airflow | Efficiency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panasonic Eco Solutions RG-N110LHA | 1.1 | 41 | 110 CFM | 9.5 CFM/W | specs |
| AERO PURE ABF110G16W | 1.1 | 41 | 110 CFM | 4.4 CFM/W | specs |
| Air King AK110LS6 | 1.1 | 41 | 110 CFM | 3.9 CFM/W | specs |
| AUPU AV11A3 | 1.1 | 41 | 110 CFM | 4.4 CFM/W | specs |
| Miseno MBF110AWH | 1.1 | 41 | 110 CFM | 4.4 CFM/W | specs |
Frequently asked questions
How many sones is the Ortech ODC-1109?
The Ortech ODC-1109 is certified at 1.1 sones in ENERGY STAR lab testing, which is approximately 41 dBA. That is noticeable but unobtrusive — quieter than a typical conversation.
Is the Ortech ODC-1109 quiet?
At 1.1 sones, the Ortech ODC-1109 is quieter than 28% of the 811 certified bathroom & utility fans we track, and louder than the category median of 0.7 sones.
How powerful is the Ortech ODC-1109?
It moves 116 CFM, which is adequate for a bathroom of roughly 115 sq ft under the standard 1-CFM-per-square-foot guideline, at an efficiency of 4.7 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.