Solatube Solar Star - Make your hot roof space more bearable
 
Uses no electricity and pays for itself

The Solar-Powered Roof Space Fan That Keeps You Cool.

Solar Star's roof space fan is the ideal ventilation solution
Solar Star, the leader in solar powered roof space ventilation, brings you the most technologically advanced, environmentally friendly, ventilation solution today. Best of all, Solar Star brings you the solutions that cost nothing to operate. Imagine the savings.

Find out how Solar Star fights heat and moisture.

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 Drawing of Solar Star - whisper quiet roof ventilation
Roof Mounted Roof Space Fans
Solar Star RM1200 Product Solar Star RM1600 Product
RM 1200
A classic roof mount model for a wide range of roof space ventilation needs. For example: low sloped roofs with a smaller area.
RM 1600
This robust roof mount system is designed to accommodate even the most expansive roof spaces. For example: steep sloped roofs with smaller area, steep sloped roofs with larger area or low sloped roofs with larger area.
Accessories
Flashing
Add-On Panel Thermal Switch Slimline Low Profile  
RM 1200 Add-On Panel
 An ideal addition for instances when continuous sun exposure is limited. Compatible with any Solar Star Roof Mount product.
Thermal Switch
 Activates temperature settings for best results in all climates. Easily installs on all Solar Star models.
Low Profile
This sleek, unobtrusive design is for most roof applications
Residential Quantity Guidelines
Manufacturers Statement                  
  Pitch 4/12 Pitch 8/12 Pitch 12/12
Roof Zone Size (m2) Roof Pitch
(up to 18°)		 Roof Pitch
(19-34°)		 Roof Pitch
(36-45°)
74 1 x 1200 1 x 1200 1 x 1600
111.5 1 x 1200 1 x 1600 1 x 1600
149 2 x 1200 or
1 x 1600		 1 x 1600 2 x 1600
186 1 x 1600 2 x 1600 2 x 1600
223 2 x 1600 2 x 1600 3 x 1600

Recommended air intake venting (eaves or soffits) size requirements:

  • Roof space area (square metre)/0.29 = Square centimeters of inlet vent area
Solar Star Performance
Solar Star RM1200 Solar Star RM1200 equal to 10+ wind vents
Solar Star RM1600 Solar Star RM1600 equal to 15+ wind vents

For more information about how we assessed the performance of our Solar Star against a Wind Twister/Whirlybird type ventilator please refer to our Manufacturers Statement (PDF, 131kb).
 
Solar Star product recommendations for roof space Single zone roof ventilation recommendation
Typical 279m2 house divided into roof space zones with Solar Star recommendations.
Typical 111.5m2 house.
Zone 1: 56m2 | Roof Pitch: 34°
Suggested Option: 2 x RM 1600
Single zone: 111.5m2 | Roof Pitch: 18°
Suggested Options: 1 x RM 1200
Suggested Option: 2 x RM 1600
Suggested Option: 1 x RM 1200

Product Approvals:
  • RM 1200 Low & High Profile meets Florida Building Code (FL10884) and Texas Department of Insurance (RV-57)
  • RM 1200 High Profile configuration available to meet Florida Building Code HVHZ (FL14826)
Technical Specifications

SOLAR STAR® SOLAR PANEL
  • Advanced 10 or 22-watt photovoltaic Solar Star solar panel
  • High-impact resistant panel provides protection from hail, wind and foreign object damage

MOTOR

  • High-performance, long lasting motor
  • Brushless DC motor with Double-shielded ball bearings
  • Whisper quiet

FAN BLADE

  • 5-wing, polymeric fan blade designed for high CFM output and low noise
  • Canted fan blade increases airflow
  • Lightweight design reduces motor resistance for increased performance and reliability
  • Corrosion resistant

HOUSING and FLASHING SYSTEMS

  • Powder coated steel housing
  • Non-corrosive polymeric vent screen
  • Seamless one piece steel flashings ensure fast, hassle-free installations on virtually any roof type and pitch. All flashings are designed to work on flat as well as pitched roofs

WARRANTY

  • 5 year warranty on solar panel and motor
  • 10 year warranty on all other components
  • Solar Star's "plug and play" technology means easy hook-up to any of Solar Star's Roof Mount Vents
  • Installs easily in under 30 minutes
  • Polymeric housing means long lasting performance in all weather conditions
  • Costs nothing to operate
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