Panasonic FV-12ESC1 Intelli-Balance Elite Plus+ 120 ERV | FV12ESC1

Panasonic FV-12ESC1 Intelli-Balance Elite Plus+ 120 ERV

The Panasonic FV-12ESC1 is an Intelli-Balance Elite Plus+ 120 Energy Recovery Ventilator for balanced fresh-air ventilation in multifamily, new-home, and high-performance residential projects. It is designed for dealer, contractor, and builder applications where selectable airflow, energy recovery, and installation flexibility are required.

Key Benefits

• Energy recovery ventilation: Provides tempered supply air while exhausting stale indoor air.
• Adjustable airflow: Independent supply and exhaust airflow settings are adjustable from 30 to 120 CFM.
• Balanced ventilation control: Supports balanced, positive, or negative pressure strategies depending on project requirements.
• Occupant-controlled boost: Boost function can move the unit to 120 CFM when additional ventilation is needed.
• Any-climate application: Engineered for use in North American climate zones, with frost prevention options for cold-weather operation.
• Installation flexibility: Supports wall, chain, or floor mounting and includes a detachable damper for mirrored installation layouts.

Dealer / B2B Use Case

The FV-12ESC1 is suited for dealers and contractors supplying ERV equipment for multifamily units, energy-efficient new builds, and code-driven ventilation projects. It should be evaluated where the project requires a 120 CFM ERV, independent supply and exhaust adjustment, 6-inch duct connections, and compatibility with Panasonic Intelli-Balance Elite Plus+ accessories.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Panasonic
• Model: FV-12ESC1
• UPC / Barcode: 885170448971
• Product type: Energy Recovery Ventilator, ERV
• Series: Intelli-Balance Elite Plus+ 120
• Airflow range: 30 to 120 CFM for supply and exhaust
• Boost airflow: Occupant-controlled boost to 120 CFM
• Power rating: 120V / 60Hz
• Motors: Two DC-enclosed ECM brushless motors rated for continuous run
• Duct connections: Four 6-inch ducts for supply and exhaust air paths
• Housing: Galvanized, corrosion-resistant steel body
• Mounting: Wall mount, chain mount, and floor mount brackets included
• Filters: MERV 13 filter included; optional washable MERV 6 filter available
• Filter indication: Visual and audible indicators activate after 90 days of accumulated run time
• Energy performance: Panasonic lists 89% Sensible Recovery Efficiency and 83% Total Recovery Efficiency for FV-12ESC1 featured specs
• Warranty listed in Canadian submittal: ECM motors 6 years from original purchase date; all other parts 3 years from original purchase date

Compatibility / Application Notes

• The FV-12ESC1 is part of Panasonic's Intelli-Balance Elite Plus+ ERV family and should be compared against airflow requirements, climate zone, duct layout, control strategy, and project code requirements.
• Optional Panasonic controls and accessories may support CFM selection, boost operation, status/error updates, Wi-Fi/app connectivity, or low-voltage boost control. Confirm accessory model compatibility before quoting.
• Panasonic's Canadian submittal states the product is ENERGY STAR certified for the Canadian market only; regional certification requirements should be confirmed for the project location.

Ordering / Dealer Notes

• Order and list under model FV-12ESC1; SKU may also appear as FV12ESC1 depending on distributor formatting.
• Use UPC 885170448971 for barcode matching and catalog validation.
• Confirm required controls, replacement filters, installation accessories, and local code documentation before final project submittal.

Why Dealers Choose This Product

The FV-12ESC1 gives dealers a clearly defined 120 CFM Panasonic ERV option for projects that need balanced ventilation, energy recovery, adjustable supply and exhaust settings, and flexible mounting. Its technical documentation supports specification-driven sales and contractor evaluation.