Intelli-Balance 100 Energy Recovery Ventilator (Cold Climate)
Product Highlights
6", 4"
Ceiling Recessed
120v
Wall Mount
6 Year DC Motor/3 Year Parts Warranty
ASHRAE 62.2 Standards Met
Description
Intelli-Balance™ 100 is ideal for single family homes and multi-family units. It is a customizable, high performance, high efficiency Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) that’s designed to help you meet ASHRAE 62.2 requirements. This unique and cost effective Cold Climate ERV was engineered for total versatility and installation flexibility, in a cold climate zone. Now with Boost function, which can move the fan speed to high when activated.
Product Features
- New! Occupant controllable Boost function. Moves fan speed to high when activated.
- Pick-A-Flow selector (50 to 100) CFM provides customizable airflow to create balanced, positive, or negative pressure within the home
- Exclusive built-in ASHRAE 62.2 timing function helps ensure code compliance
- MERV 8 filter included; optional MERV 8 and MERV 13 replacements available
- Engineered for use in any North America Climate Zone
- Meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set by Natural Resources Canada and is ENERGY STAR certified for the Canadian market only.
- Warranty: 6 year DC Motor, 3 Year Parts
Specs
| Duct Size: |
6" 4" |
|---|---|
| Motor: |
2 x DC motors with Smart Flow™ technology |
| Total Recovery Efficiency: |
65 |
| Max Airflow (CFM): |
100 |
| Mount: |
Ceiling Recessed |
| Hertz: |
60 |
| Voltage: |
120v |
| Power Consumption: |
64W |
| Installation Type: |
Wall Mount |
| Features: |
Merv 8 Filter |
| Warranty: |
6 Year DC Motor/3 Year Parts |
| Standards Met: |
ASHRAE 62.2 |
Understanding What Makes the Intelli-Balance 100 Different
Pick-A-Flow: Ventilation Tuned to Your Home, Not a Fixed Rate
Most ERVs run at a single fixed airflow rate. The Intelli-Balance 100's Pick-A-Flow selector lets an installer dial in a specific continuous airflow rate anywhere from 50 to 100 CFM — matched precisely to your home's size, occupancy, and code requirements, rather than settling for a "close enough" fixed-speed unit. This also allows the system to be configured for balanced, positive, or negative pressure within the home, giving your installer flexibility to address specific building conditions (such as combustion appliance safety or moisture control needs).
Built-In ASHRAE 62.2 Compliance Timing
Rather than requiring a separate controller or manual programming to meet residential ventilation code, the Intelli-Balance 100 includes an exclusive built-in ASHRAE 62.2 timing function — meaning the unit is engineered to automatically operate in a way that satisfies this widely referenced residential ventilation standard, simplifying code compliance for new construction or renovation projects where ASHRAE 62.2 is required or desired.
Boost Function: On-Demand Extra Ventilation
The occupant-controllable Boost function allows you to manually push the fan to high speed when extra ventilation is needed — for example, during cooking, after showers, when hosting guests, or any time indoor air quality needs a temporary boost beyond the normal continuous operating rate.
Dual DC Motors with Smart Flow Technology
Unlike single-motor designs, the Intelli-Balance 100 uses two DC motors with Smart Flow technology, which helps the unit maintain accurate, balanced airflow between the intake and exhaust streams even as conditions change (filter loading, duct static pressure variations, etc.) — rather than airflow balance drifting unpredictably over time.
Engineered Specifically for Cold Climates
This unit is explicitly marketed as a Cold Climate ERV, engineered for reliable operation across any North American climate zone — a meaningful consideration for Illinois winters, where lower-quality ERVs can struggle with core icing or reduced performance in sustained sub-freezing conditions.
Filtration Options Beyond the Included Filter
While the unit ships with a MERV 8 filter, optional MERV 8 and MERV 13 replacement filters are available — giving you the flexibility to upgrade filtration for finer particulate capture (MERV 13) if allergy concerns, wildfire smoke season, or general air quality priorities call for it, without needing a different ventilator.
65% Total Recovery Efficiency
With a rated 65% total recovery efficiency, the unit meaningfully reduces the conditioning load your furnace or AC would otherwise need to handle for incoming fresh air — an efficiency figure worth comparing directly against other ERV options like the Honeywell 70 CFM ERV or Fantech VER 100 when deciding which unit best fits your home.
Installation Flexibility
- Ceiling recessed mounting — designed for installation directly into ceiling spaces rather than requiring a separate mechanical closet
- Wall mount installation type noted in specs — offering flexibility depending on your home's layout and available space
- 6" and 4" duct size options — accommodating different ductwork configurations
Warranty Structure
| Component | Coverage |
|---|---|
| DC Motor | 6 years |
| Parts | 3 years |
Suited for Single-Family and Multi-Family Homes
Unlike some ERVs designed primarily for single-family residential use, the Intelli-Balance 100 is explicitly built for both single-family homes and multi-family units, making it a versatile option whether you're ventilating a standalone house or a condo/townhome unit with more constrained mechanical space.
Professional Installation Matters
Given the Pick-A-Flow customization, ASHRAE 62.2 timing configuration, and pressure-balancing options this unit offers, correct setup by a knowledgeable technician is essential to realizing its full benefit. Our licensed HVAC technicians will:
- Calculate your home's required ventilation rate per ASHRAE 62.2 or local code
- Set the Pick-A-Flow selector to the appropriate CFM rate for your specific home
- Configure pressure balance (balanced, positive, or negative) based on your home's specific needs
- Install and verify ceiling-recessed or wall-mount placement per your layout
- Walk through Boost function operation and filter maintenance/upgrade options
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between balanced, positive, and negative pressure settings?
Balanced pressure introduces and exhausts equal amounts of air; positive pressure introduces slightly more than it exhausts (useful in some radon or combustion safety scenarios); negative pressure exhausts slightly more than it introduces. Our technicians can recommend the right setting for your home's specific conditions.
Do I need to manually activate ASHRAE 62.2 compliance, or is it automatic?
The built-in timing function is designed to operate automatically once configured during installation, without requiring ongoing manual management.
Can I upgrade to MERV 13 filtration after installation?
Yes — MERV 13 replacement filters are available as an option for this unit, allowing you to upgrade filtration later without replacing the ventilator itself.
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