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Panasonic FV-30VQ3 noise level
The Panasonic FV-30VQ3 is louder than the category median of 0.7 sones, and its 280 CFM rating makes it suitable for bathrooms up to roughly 280 sq ft.
Full specifications
| Brand | Panasonic |
|---|---|
| Model number | FV-30VQ3 |
| Model name | WhisperCeiling |
| Category | Bathroom & Utility Fans |
| Sound level | 2 sones (≈50 dBA, approximate) |
| Airflow | 280 CFM |
| Efficiency | 4.4 CFM/W |
| Duct size | 6.00 inch diameter |
| Speeds | 1 |
| Integrated lighting | No |
| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes |
| On market since | 2010-12-01 |
| Markets | United States, Canada |
Quieter alternatives with similar airflow
| Model | Sones | ≈ dBA | Airflow | Efficiency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta SMT150-200 | 0.4 | 27 | 200 CFM | 8.7 CFM/W | specs |
| Delta SMT150-200LED | 0.6 | 33 | 200 CFM | 10.3 CFM/W | specs |
| Broan L150E | 0.7 | 35 | 210 CFM | 5 CFM/W | specs |
| Broan L200E | 1 | 40 | 240 CFM | 4.7 CFM/W | specs |
| Delta PRO200 | 1 | 40 | 200 CFM | 11.4 CFM/W | specs |
Similar bathroom & utility fans
| Model | Sones | ≈ dBA | Airflow | Efficiency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Pro300 | 2 | 50 | 300 CFM | 7.4 CFM/W | specs |
| Dayton 3DPE6A | 2.2 | 51 | 270 CFM | 4.3 CFM/W | specs |
| Greenheck SP-A250 | 2.2 | 51 | 270 CFM | 4.3 CFM/W | specs |
| Greenheck SP-A250L | 2.5 | 53 | 269 CFM | 4.2 CFM/W | specs |
| Broan L250E | 1.4 | 45 | 270 CFM | 4.6 CFM/W | specs |
Frequently asked questions
How many sones is the Panasonic FV-30VQ3?
The Panasonic FV-30VQ3 is certified at 2 sones in ENERGY STAR lab testing, which is approximately 50 dBA. That is about the background level of a quiet office.
Is the Panasonic FV-30VQ3 quiet?
At 2 sones, the Panasonic FV-30VQ3 is quieter than 1% of the 811 certified bathroom & utility fans we track, and louder than the category median of 0.7 sones.
How powerful is the Panasonic FV-30VQ3?
It moves 280 CFM, which is adequate for a bathroom of roughly 280 sq ft under the standard 1-CFM-per-square-foot guideline, at an efficiency of 4.4 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.