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TPI CE 12-DS Shutter-Mounted Exhaust Fan
- 825 CFMon high
- 12-inchblade
- 3speeds
- 1/20 HPmotor
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Specs cited from Manufacturer source ↗Photos: Amazon listing ↗ · refreshed Oct 28, 2026
The TPI CE 12-DS is a 12-inch, direct-drive, shutter-mounted exhaust fan for single-phase 120-volt power. The listing gives no airflow figure, so it is mainly a like-for-like TPI replacement.
What works
- 825 CFM on high from a 12-inch blade
- 3 speeds, down to 560 CFM on low
- 1/20 HP motor on standard 120 V power
- Compact 12-inch shutter-mounted format for small wall openings
- Direct drive, so there is no belt to adjust
What doesn't
- No cord is mentioned; expect to hardwire it
- No published dimensions or warranty for planning the opening
Who it's for
Good fit
- Swapping out an existing TPI CE 12-DS in the same opening
- Small utility rooms, pump houses and sheds with 120-volt power at the wall
- Installers who prefer a direct-drive, shutter-mounted fan
Look elsewhere if
- Sizing a new install to a rated CFM
- A plug-in fan you can mount without an electrician
A good fit for your job? Check the current price and delivery.
See price on AmazonWhy it stands out
The CE 12-DS is TPI's small shutter-mounted exhaust fan: a 12-inch, direct-drive unit for single-phase 120-volt power. It is built for fixed wall exhaust in a shed, pump house or small utility room, where a belt-free motor and a shutter to the outside are all the job needs.
The listing stops there. No CFM, wattage, amperage, noise or warranty figure is documented for this fan, so you cannot size it to a room. Buy it to match an existing TPI install, not to solve a new ventilation problem from scratch.
What to know before you buy
- Wiring: there is no cord in the listing, so plan for an electrician and a 120-volt circuit.
- Opening: size the wall cut from the shutter frame itself; the listing gives only the 12-inch diameter.
- Replacement air: small rooms still need an intake, such as a louvered door or a vent opposite the fan.
- Not published: noise level and power draw.
How it compares
- iLIVING ILG8SF12V: a 12-inch shutter fan iLIVING rates at 960 CFM on 65 W and 0.6 A. Its manual gives a 15 x 15-inch frame and a suggested 13-inch opening, so you can plan the wall cut before it arrives.
- Global Industrial 12-inch direct-drive fan: a hardwired, single-speed 120-volt fan with adjustable shutters, listed at 2,150 CFM. The closest like-for-like option with a stated airflow.
- AC Infinity AIRLIFT T14: a 14-inch step up rated at 1,513 CFM, 70 W and 68 dBA, sold with an environment controller and app control.
Bottom line
Keep the CE 12-DS for TPI-to-TPI swaps. For a new 12-inch install, the iLIVING ILG8SF12V is the better-documented choice, and the Global Industrial fan is the closer hardwired match.
Verdict
Buy the CE 12-DS to replace the same TPI fan in an existing opening. Skip it for a new project; the iLIVING ILG8SF12V gives you a manufacturer 960 CFM rating in a 12-inch shutter fan.
Questions people ask
- How much air does the TPI CE 12-DS move?
- No airflow rating is documented. iLIVING rates its 12-inch ILG8SF12V at 960 CFM, and the Global Industrial 12-inch direct-drive fan is listed at 2,150 CFM.
- Does the CE 12-DS plug into an outlet?
- The listing does not mention a cord or plug. Plan for an electrician to connect it to a 120-volt, single-phase circuit.
- What size wall opening does it need?
- The listing only gives the 12-inch diameter. Size the opening from the shutter frame itself once the fan arrives.
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: 12 inManufacturer source ↗
- Weight: 16 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): 825 CFMManufacturer source ↗
Location requirements
Does the site require an environmental rating or guard? Neither is listed here.
Put 825 CFM in context
The TPI CE 12-DS Shutter-Mounted Exhaust Fan has a listed airflow of 825 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 | 21× | 2.9 min |
| Two-car garage | 22 × 20 × 9 ft · 3,960 ft³ | 13× | 4.8 min |
| Workshop | 40 × 30 × 12 ft · 14,400 ft³ | 3.4× | 17 min |
| Warehouse bay | 100 × 50 × 16 ft · 80,000 ft³ | 0.6× | 97 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 12-DS row (catalog 07986202) — “CE 12-DS: CFM High 825, Med 710, Low 560; Blade Size 12; 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 12-DS row (catalog 07986202) — “CE 12-DS: CFM High 825, Med 710, Low 560; Blade Size 12; 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 12-DS row (catalog 07986202) — “CE 12-DS: CFM High 825, Med 710, Low 560; Blade Size 12; 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 12-DS row (catalog 07986202) — “CE 12-DS: CFM High 825, Med 710, Low 560; Blade Size 12; 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 12-DS row (catalog 07986202) — “CE 12-DS: CFM High 825, Med 710, Low 560; Blade Size 12; 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 12-DS row (catalog 07986202) — “CE 12-DS: Motor Rating HP 1/20; Voltage 120; Amp 0.8; RPM High 1560; Weight (lbs) 16”
- 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 12-DS row (catalog 07986202) — “CE 12-DS: Motor Rating HP 1/20; Voltage 120; Amp 0.8; RPM High 1560; Weight (lbs) 16”
- 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 12-DS row (catalog 07986202) — “CE 12-DS: Motor Rating HP 1/20; Voltage 120; Amp 0.8; RPM High 1560; Weight (lbs) 16”
- 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 12-DS row (catalog 07986202) — “CE 12-DS: Motor Rating HP 1/20; Voltage 120; Amp 0.8; RPM High 1560; Weight (lbs) 16”
- 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 12-DS row (catalog 07986202) — “CE 12-DS: Motor Rating HP 1/20; Voltage 120; Amp 0.8; RPM High 1560; Weight (lbs) 16”
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