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Panasonic RG-E130A noise level
The Panasonic RG-E130A is quieter than the category median of 0.7 sones, and its 130 CFM rating makes it suitable for bathrooms up to roughly 130 sq ft.
Full specifications
| Brand | Panasonic |
|---|---|
| Model number | RG-E130A |
| Model name | Whisper Suite |
| Category | Bathroom & Utility Fans |
| Sound level | 0.4 sones (≈27 dBA, approximate) |
| Airflow | 130 CFM |
| Efficiency | 12.5 CFM/W |
| Duct size | 6.00 inch diameter |
| Speeds | 1 |
| Integrated lighting | No |
| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes |
| On market since | 2023-10-01 |
| Markets | United States |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revent RVL110120130 ME | 0.3 | 23 | 130 CFM | 15.8 CFM/W | specs |
| Revent RVS110120130 ME | 0.3 | 23 | 130 CFM | 16 CFM/W | specs |
| Greenheck SP-A125L | 0.5 | 30 | 131 CFM | 5.9 CFM/W | specs |
| Dayton 5AE70B | 0.5 | 30 | 120 CFM | 6.2 CFM/W | specs |
| Panasonic RG-C1315LA | 0.4 | 27 | 150 CFM | 10.6 CFM/W | specs |
Frequently asked questions
How many sones is the Panasonic RG-E130A?
The Panasonic RG-E130A is certified at 0.4 sones in ENERGY STAR lab testing, which is approximately 27 dBA. That is about as quiet as rustling leaves; most people cannot hear it over ambient room noise.
Is the Panasonic RG-E130A quiet?
At 0.4 sones, the Panasonic RG-E130A is quieter than 66% of the 811 certified bathroom & utility fans we track, and quieter than the category median of 0.7 sones.
How powerful is the Panasonic RG-E130A?
It moves 130 CFM, which is adequate for a bathroom of roughly 130 sq ft under the standard 1-CFM-per-square-foot guideline, at an efficiency of 12.5 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.