Bathroom Zone 2 Extractor Fan

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When it comes to installing extractor fans and lighting, understanding bathroom zones is crucial to adhere to safety standards and achieve optimal performance. This guide delves into the specifics of bathroom zones for extractor fans, compares them with those for lighting, and recommends suitable Airflow models for each zone. Bathroom Zones & IPX Ratings for Extractor Fans Fans should also be positioned to give an optimum flow of air through the whole room and to avoid pockets of residual air.

The location of planned or existing door and window openings must be considered as well as sources of odours, stale air or condensation. Extractor fans installed within zone 2 must be fitted with 12v SELV motors with the SELV transformers and isolators fitted outside of zone 0, 1 & 2. The extent of the zones in a bath or shower room can be limited by floors, ceilings and walls.

For more detailed information see BS 7671 diagrams 701.1 & 701.2. IP rating stands for 'Ingress Protection rating' and this helps us determine what bathroom electricals can go in particular bathroom zones. It often refers to bathroom lights and bathroom extractor fans.

Extractor fans - IPX4 or above and installed in Zone 2 with the SELV source located beyond Zone 2 located in Zone 3 or beyond. If this is not possible, a 230V IPX4 fan can be installed in Zone 1, but must be protected by a 30 mA Residual Current Device (RCD). A bathroom extractor fan plays a crucial role in controlling moisture levels in a bathroom, a room that regularly experiences high humidity due to the use of showers, baths, and sometimes even sinks.

Zone 1 - The main contender for the best extractor fan position Located above Zone 0, this extends up to 2.25m from the floor and includes the area directly above the bath or shower. In a wet room, this includes the floor area within a 1.2m radius of the drain. Vent-Axia SELV fans are IPX7, which makes them the safest option available, and with a SELV supply offers complete peace of mind.

Vent-Axia recommends the use of IPX5 fans in the bathroom zone 1 and offers a range of IPX5 fans which also meets the regulations. Classification of zones Zone 0: The interior of the bath or shower tray.