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TPI CE 10-DS Shutter-Mounted Exhaust Fan
- 680 CFMon high
- 10-inchblade
- 3speeds
- 1/20 HPmotor
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Specs cited from Manufacturer source ↗Photos: Amazon listing ↗ · refreshed Oct 28, 2026
The TPI CE 10-DS is a compact 10-inch, direct-drive, shutter-mount exhaust fan on 120-volt single-phase power. No airflow rating is documented, so it fits TPI replacements better than new builds.
What works
- 680 CFM on high from a 10-inch blade
- 3 speeds, down to 460 CFM on low
- 1/20 HP motor on standard 120 V power
- Compact 10-inch format for small wall openings
- Runs on ordinary 120-volt single-phase power
What doesn't
- No cord is mentioned, so expect hardwiring
- No published warranty or frame dimensions
Who it's for
Good fit
- Replacing an existing TPI CE 10-DS shutter fan
- Closets, small pump rooms and sheds with a small framed opening
- Buyers who want a compact direct-drive fan on single-phase power
Look elsewhere if
- Anyone who needs a documented CFM to size ventilation
- Plug-and-go installs without an electrician
A good fit for your job? Check the current price and delivery.
See price on AmazonWhy it stands out
The CE 10-DS is a compact, direct-drive exhaust fan in a shutter mount, sized at 10 inches and built for 120-volt single-phase power. It is a small-building fan: a utility closet, a pump room, a shed wall.
The listing gives size, voltage and format, and nothing else. No CFM, wattage or noise figure is documented, so there is no way to match it to a room's air-change needs. That is fine when you are replacing a worn CE 10-DS in an existing opening, and a good reason to look elsewhere for a new install.
What to know before you buy
- Electrical: 120 V single phase, with no cord listed. Plan for an electrician.
- Opening: it mounts in a framed wall opening. Size the cut from the unit itself, since the listing gives only the diameter.
- Replacement air: even a small exhaust fan needs an intake, such as a door undercut or a louver on the opposite wall.
- Not published: airflow, power draw, noise and warranty.
How it compares
- HG Power 10-inch shutter fan: the same size, listed at 647 CFM, with an automatic louver and an 8-foot on/off switch cable. Its listing says it installs entirely from inside, which makes it the easy DIY pick.
- iLIVING ILG8SF12V: a 12-inch step up that iLIVING rates at 960 CFM on 65 W. It is the better-documented choice if the opening can grow a little.
- TPI CE 12-DS: the next TPI size up in the same shutter-mounted, 120-volt format. It shares the same data gap, so it only makes sense for TPI-to-TPI swaps.
Bottom line
Buy the CE 10-DS to match an existing TPI install. For anything new, the HG Power 10-inch fan gives you a listed airflow figure and a switched cable at the same size, and the iLIVING ILG8SF12V gives you a manufacturer rating one size up.
Verdict
Buy the CE 10-DS to replace the same TPI unit. Skip it for a new install; the HG Power 10-inch fan is listed at 647 CFM and comes with an 8-foot on/off switch cable.
Questions people ask
- How much air does the TPI CE 10-DS move?
- No airflow rating is documented for this listing. At the same 10-inch size, the HG Power shutter fan is listed at 647 CFM.
- Does the CE 10-DS need an electrician?
- The listing does not mention a cord or plug, so plan on having it wired to a 120-volt single-phase circuit.
- What is the difference between the CE 10-DS and the CE 12-DS?
- Size. Both are TPI direct-drive, shutter-mounted 120-volt fans; the CE 12-DS is the 12-inch version. Neither has a documented airflow rating.
Before you buy
Installation and buying checks
Use these questions to verify the exact configuration. Linked facts are cited; unlisted details stay questions.
Mounting and support
What mounting method and hardware does the exact unit require?
Clearance and handling
Do the listed physical details leave enough clearance for installation, adjustment, and service?
- Blade diameter: 10 inManufacturer source ↗
- Weight: 11 lbManufacturer source ↗
Electrical match
Does the documented electrical information match the planned supply? Confirm the installed unit’s nameplate and installation instructions before connecting it.
- Voltage: 120 VManufacturer source ↗
- Current: 0.8 AManufacturer source ↗
Airflow at the job
Is the listed airflow rated at an operating point that matches the job after placement, obstructions, and system resistance are considered?
- Airflow (high): 680 CFMManufacturer source ↗
Location requirements
Does the site require an environmental rating or guard? Neither is listed here.
Put 680 CFM in context
The TPI CE 10-DS Shutter-Mounted Exhaust Fan has a listed airflow of 680 cubic feet per minute. The table compares this rated volume with example room volumes. It does not measure fresh-air exchange, air speed at your body, or room coverage.
| Room | Size | Nominal room volumes / hour | Nominal pass interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-car garage | 22 × 12 × 9 ft · 2,376 ft³ | 17× | 3.5 min |
| Two-car garage | 22 × 20 × 9 ft · 3,960 ft³ | 10× | 5.8 min |
| Workshop | 40 × 30 × 12 ft · 14,400 ft³ | 2.8× | 21 min |
| Warehouse bay | 100 × 50 × 16 ft · 80,000 ft³ | 0.5× | 118 min |
A circulation fan does not by itself replace indoor air. Exhaust airflow depends on a makeup-air path and system resistance. Use installed outdoor airflow for ventilation calculations.
Formula: airflow × 60 ÷ room volume. CDC explains the ventilation form of this equation; here the input is a catalog rating, so the result is a volume comparison.
Listing details
What we know about this listing
Listing data was imported on October 28, 2026. Each specification can have a different source-check date; the evidence below is the most precise source information available here.
Sources for 10 listed specifications
- Airflow (high): TPI CE-DS/CE-DSC Series Shutter Mounted Direct Drive Exhaust Fans product page · checked Sep 23, 2026 · Standard Models / CE-DS Series table, CE 10-DS row (catalog 08689902) — “CE 10-DS: CFM High 680, Med 540, Low 460; Blade Size 10; Speeds 3”
- Airflow (medium): TPI CE-DS/CE-DSC Series Shutter Mounted Direct Drive Exhaust Fans product page · checked Sep 23, 2026 · Standard Models / CE-DS Series table, CE 10-DS row (catalog 08689902) — “CE 10-DS: CFM High 680, Med 540, Low 460; Blade Size 10; Speeds 3”
- Airflow (low): TPI CE-DS/CE-DSC Series Shutter Mounted Direct Drive Exhaust Fans product page · checked Sep 23, 2026 · Standard Models / CE-DS Series table, CE 10-DS row (catalog 08689902) — “CE 10-DS: CFM High 680, Med 540, Low 460; Blade Size 10; Speeds 3”
- Blade diameter: TPI CE-DS/CE-DSC Series Shutter Mounted Direct Drive Exhaust Fans product page · checked Sep 23, 2026 · Standard Models / CE-DS Series table, CE 10-DS row (catalog 08689902) — “CE 10-DS: CFM High 680, Med 540, Low 460; Blade Size 10; Speeds 3”
- Speeds: TPI CE-DS/CE-DSC Series Shutter Mounted Direct Drive Exhaust Fans product page · checked Sep 23, 2026 · Standard Models / CE-DS Series table, CE 10-DS row (catalog 08689902) — “CE 10-DS: CFM High 680, Med 540, Low 460; Blade Size 10; Speeds 3”
- Motor: TPI CE-DS/CE-DSC Series Shutter Mounted Direct Drive Exhaust Fans product page · checked Sep 23, 2026 · Standard Models / CE-DS Series table, CE 10-DS row (catalog 08689902) — “CE 10-DS: Motor Rating HP 1/20; Voltage 120; Amp 0.8; RPM High 1560; Weight (lbs) 11”
- Voltage: TPI CE-DS/CE-DSC Series Shutter Mounted Direct Drive Exhaust Fans product page · checked Sep 23, 2026 · Standard Models / CE-DS Series table, CE 10-DS row (catalog 08689902) — “CE 10-DS: Motor Rating HP 1/20; Voltage 120; Amp 0.8; RPM High 1560; Weight (lbs) 11”
- Current: TPI CE-DS/CE-DSC Series Shutter Mounted Direct Drive Exhaust Fans product page · checked Sep 23, 2026 · Standard Models / CE-DS Series table, CE 10-DS row (catalog 08689902) — “CE 10-DS: Motor Rating HP 1/20; Voltage 120; Amp 0.8; RPM High 1560; Weight (lbs) 11”
- Max speed: TPI CE-DS/CE-DSC Series Shutter Mounted Direct Drive Exhaust Fans product page · checked Sep 23, 2026 · Standard Models / CE-DS Series table, CE 10-DS row (catalog 08689902) — “CE 10-DS: Motor Rating HP 1/20; Voltage 120; Amp 0.8; RPM High 1560; Weight (lbs) 11”
- Weight: TPI CE-DS/CE-DSC Series Shutter Mounted Direct Drive Exhaust Fans product page · checked Sep 23, 2026 · Standard Models / CE-DS Series table, CE 10-DS row (catalog 08689902) — “CE 10-DS: Motor Rating HP 1/20; Voltage 120; Amp 0.8; RPM High 1560; Weight (lbs) 11”
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