I bought this MAXXAIR fan as part of the van equipment. My roof diary shows why the physical layout mattered: rack cross beams, panel positions and cable entries all competed for space.
I bought MAXXAIR 6200K Manual-Opening Roof Fan as part of my camper van equipment.
I bought this MAXXAIR fan as part of the van equipment. My roof diary shows why the physical layout mattered: rack cross beams, panel positions and cable entries all competed for space.
Roof Space and Fan Controls
I moved the rack cross beams to suit the solar-panel length and added 2020 extrusion above the rack.
I brought two solar panels onto the roof for fitting.
I arranged junction boxes, cable glands, power leads and Ethernet routes alongside the mounting work.
Rack extrusion and mounting hardware during the fitting stage.Lights, cables and tools laid out during my roof work.
My Takeaway for the Build
Moving the rack cross beams for the solar-panel fitting made roof layout a very tangible part of my build. My 6200K purchase has a manually opened lid and ceiling controls. The 7500K changes the control arrangement with a remote, while the Fan-Tastic provides a manual crank and three speeds; those are useful distinctions when planning access inside.
Product Details And Van-Build Uses
Specification
Product Detail
Model
6200K
Lid Operation
Manual opening
Roof Opening
14 × 14 in
Electrical Supply
12V DC; manual calls for 5A service
The 6200K belongs to the manually opened MAXXFAN Deluxe range. MAXXAIR’s original multi-model manual names 6200K on the cover and provides the roof-flange, garnish-ring and wiring instructions. The standard opening is fourteen inches square, with separate clearance requirements around the exterior assembly. Those dimensions matter when arranging a fan alongside solar panels and roof-rack crossmembers on a camper van. The opening knob on non-remote models pulls out to unlock before it turns. The operating section and component illustrations provide a useful reference when revisiting the fan after the ceiling and surrounding interior have been completed.
Yes. Model 6200K is specifically listed in the MAXXFAN Deluxe installation and operating guide.
Alternative products
Two Alternatives to Compare
The MAXXAIR 7500K adds remote control to the roof-fan format. The Fan-Tastic 1200 uses a manual crank and three-speed controls, providing a simpler alternative control arrangement.
This roof fan combines a vent opening with a reversible electric fan. Remote control and thermostat functions provide another way to adjust the airflow.
