Solar powered Air Vents

[Richard Bryer]

Looks like time to replace the solar air vents on my H34. The ones just forward of the mast. They have lasted a long time- could be original (1983)
What brand and type ( rechargeable battery, breeze driven etc) would be recommended? The opening is 4.75 inch.

 

[Dave Groshong]

Here is a link to the newly designed solar vents:
https://shop.hunterowners.com/prod.php?52153

 

[kloudie1]

Interesting, Richard.. My 34 has these Vetus deck vents. Pretty sure they are original.
https://www.vetus.com/en/ventilation/deck-ventilators/aireador-de-cubierta-tipo-ufo-8164.html

 

[heritage]

Here is a link to the newly designed solar vents:
https://shop.hunterowners.com/prod.php?52153

http://www.marinco.com/en/n20804s

I, and many others, have had fan motor failures with the last version of the nicro solar vents. Dave, did you know if the motor has been changed to something more reliable in the newest ones?

 

[Dave Groshong]

I don't know, I will ask, it is redesigned, but that's a good question. In my experience, they last about 12 years, how old is the one you're looking to replace?

http://www.marinco.com/en/n20804s

 

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[heritage]

I don't know, I will ask, it is redesigned, but that's a good question. In my experience, they last about 12 years, how old is the one you're looking to replace?

http://www.marinco.com/en/n20804s

3 years old. Checkout this thread: https://forums.sailboatowners.com/index.php?threads/opinions-on-nicro-solar-vent-fans.180072/

 

[Dave Groshong]

Thanks for the link, I've yet to get a reply from the manufacturer. I will look around for alternatives, they seem to be the only game in town, with a 1 year warranty.
Have a great weekend, next one too!

 

[markwbird]

I understand that vents made for roofs are similar and better quality.

 

[Richard Bryer]

Interesting, Richard.. My 34 has these Vetus deck vents. Pretty sure they are original.
https://www.vetus.com/en/ventilation/deck-ventilators/aireador-de-cubierta-tipo-ufo-8164.html
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Mine are square and white plastic. I am looking to replace with SS which would be stronger. Mast steppig on a windy day puts them in danger!

 

[Hayden Watson]

You can also get a rebuild kit for the day/night vents for less than 1/2 full replacement. You get a new motor and battery with wires to connect to the solar cell, I did it to mine a couple of years ago and it is still working great.

 

[Richard Bryer]

The outside cover is broken ( mast stepping steps!) and the motors are stopping. It looks like a full replacement.