Hi all
Just wondering if anyone is aware of any ceiling fan brands in Australia that have the capability of changing modes (summer/winter) via remote control or wall switch? This is fairly common in overseas countries but I haven't seen it in Australia yet. I've asked a few sparkies and their reaction was like "wtf are you talking about?"
thanks mate, clearly you're better googler than I am.
I have one of these. They are really good. Brushless, remote control, move lots of air very quietly, and are reversible.
fanco do it, but the question is why do you want it?
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convenience. being able to change directions during the night without having to properly "wake up"
from the link someone posted:
The Albatross 72" DC ceiling fan is a powerful and efficient ceiling fan thanks to its 35W brushless DC motor. The ceiling fan is also available in an 84" (2100mm) diameter. This ceiling fan Includes a 5 speed remote control with a timer and reverse functions, for added convenience.
so yeah, it's all about convenience.
how high is your ceiling that you can't just grab a chair and flick a switch?
that's not the point. Sometimes you're cold during the night but if you turn the fan off, it gets hot so sometimes changing the direction helps a bit. I know, it's first-world problem but it's a convenience thing. Why is it so bad? Don't act like convenience doesn't matter in this world.
I think most of the DC ceiling fans change the mode on remote controller. At least all of mine are (Fanco and 360Fans).
Anything DC will do it.
I know it's not what you asked but there is very little (if any) benefit to changing fan direction in a single-storey room
I've found the opposite to be the case.
Ceiling fans are the most efficient air movement devices available. Hot or cold. Medium speed moving air down for cooling, low speed moving air upwards so the warmer upper air goes down the walls and drawing the colder air from under the fan up to mix with the warmer air up there.
Your position in the room will determine your comfort level. Never be close to a wall or doorway to avoid breezes irrespective, of the fan speed or rotation direction.
I would love a remote rotation direction changer with the remote speed controller.
literally took me 5 seconds to google but here check Martec fans - widely available online - here is an example with an option for a remote that can switch modes.
https://www.martecaustralia.com.au/product/albatross-72-dc-c…
here is another example
https://www.eglo.com/au/ceiling-fan-torquay-20522901.html