SBI Forced Air Distribution Kit for Wood Fireplaces | VA4460
Efficiently Move Fireplace Heat to Adjacent Rooms
Distribute excess heat from your wood-burning fireplace to other areas of your home with the SBI VA4460 forced air distribution kit.
Key Features
- 300 CFM forced air blower system
- Designed to heat rooms up to 50 feet away
- Compatible with multiple SBI wood fireplaces
- Manual rheostat control with thermal switch compatibility
- UL and ULC listed insulated duct requirements
Product Features
Whole-Home Heat Distribution
The SBI forced air distribution kit helps move warm air from your wood fireplace into adjacent rooms, upper floors, or lower levels—reducing heat loss and improving comfort throughout your home.
High-Performance 300 CFM Blower
Equipped with a powerful blower, this system efficiently circulates heated air through insulated ducting, making it ideal for larger homes or multi-room layouts.
Manual or Automatic Operation
The blower can be operated manually via the included rheostat or paired with the fireplace’s thermal switch, which automatically activates the fan at 110°F and shuts it off at 90°F.
Designed for SBI Wood Fireplaces
Engineered specifically for SBI fireplaces, this forced air kit integrates seamlessly without compromising fireplace safety or performance.
Professional Installation Recommended
Installation requires electrical power (120V) and proper duct placement. SBI strongly recommends professional installation to ensure optimal performance and code compliance
Product Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Product Type |
Forced Air Distribution Kit |
| Manufacturer |
SBI (Stove Builder International) |
| Model Number |
VA4460 |
| Application |
Distributes heat from wood-burning fireplaces to other rooms |
| Airflow Capacity |
300 CFM |
| Maximum Heat Distribution Distance |
Up to 50 ft (15.2 m) |
| Power Supply |
120V AC |
| Control Method |
Manual rheostat and/or automatic thermal switch |
| Thermal Switch Activation |
Fan ON at 110°F / OFF at 90°F |
| Required Duct Size |
6" insulated flexible duct |
| Minimum Total Duct Length |
25 ft |
| Minimum Fan Distance from Fireplace |
10 ft |
| Duct Clearance to Combustibles |
0" |
| Fan Clearance to Combustibles |
Minimum 2" |
| Termination Grill Clearance |
1" to combustibles |
| Canada Grill Height Requirement |
Minimum 59" from finished floor |
| Duct Certification (Canada) |
ULC S110 |
| Duct Certification (USA) |
UL 181 Class 0 or Class 1 |
| Electrical Installation |
Must comply with local electrical codes |
| Recommended Installation |
Professional installation strongly recommended |
| Included Components |
Blower, rheostat, fan adapter, fireplace connector, duct collars, mounting hardware |
| Ducting & Grilles |
Insulated duct and termination grille sold separately |
| Compatible Fireplaces |
Horizon, Everest III, Waterloo, Waterloo Arched Faceplate, Dallaire II |
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