Fanimation GlideAire FPD8520 52 in Ceiling Fan

GlideAire combines sculpted composite blades with a 16-speed DC motor and 5,538 CFM high-speed airflow. Choose Black FPD8520BL with matching Black blades or Brushed Nickel FPD8520BNBN with matching Brushed Nickel blades. This fan-only design brings an uncluttered silhouette to indoor rooms and covered outdoor spaces.

Key Features

• Blade span: 52 in with three composite blades at 15° pitch.
• Motor: Sensorless 158 × 15 mm DC motor with 16 variable speeds.
• High-speed performance: 5,538 CFM at 26W and 215 CFM/W.
• Low-speed performance: 538 CFM at 3W.
• Energy Guide average: 3,746 CFM at 17W and 218 CFM/W.
• Certification: Energy Star certified and UL listed for damp locations.
• Lighting: Fan-only model with no integrated light kit.

Smart & Control Features

The included TR205D hand-held remote provides 16 variable fan speeds, fresh air mode, a fan timer and off control. Optional TW206D two-wire wall control is available separately. The fan includes no light kit, so light-related remote functions do not provide lighting on this configuration.

Construction & Design

The 52 in blade sweep features three sculpted composite blades and a coordinated housing. Black FPD8520BL pairs Black housing with Black blades; Brushed Nickel FPD8520BNBN pairs Brushed Nickel housing with Brushed Nickel blades. Net weight is 13.30 lb, and the canopy measures 5.71 in diameter × 2.23 in high. Includes a limited lifetime warranty.

Light Output & Performance

GlideAire is a fan-only design with no integrated LED light. High-speed output reaches 5,538 CFM, while the separate Energy Guide average is 3,746 CFM. Its 52 in span suits rooms up to approximately 400 sq ft.

Electrical & Installation

Operates on 120V AC, 60Hz. Includes a 4.5 in downrod with 1 in diameter. Sloped ceilings up to 19° require a 12 in or longer downrod; optional SCK1-52 accommodates slopes up to 42°. Attach to a securely anchored fan-rated junction box capable of supporting at least 35 lb. Damp-location use includes covered patios and screened porches protected from direct rain, not fully exposed outdoor installations.

Suggested Downrod by Ceiling Height

A 4.5 in downrod is included. Select the final length to keep the blades 7–9 ft above the floor; sloped ceilings require at least a 12 in downrod. Additional downrods and couplers are sold separately.

• 9 ft flat ceiling → less than 12 in downrod
• 10 ft ceiling → 12–18 in downrod
• 11 ft ceiling → 18–24 in downrod
• 12 ft ceiling → 24–36 in downrod
• 13 ft ceiling → 36–48 in downrod
• 14 ft ceiling → 48–60 in downrod
• 15 ft ceiling → 72 in or longer downrod

What's Included

• GlideAire ceiling fan with three matching composite blades in the selected finish
• TR205D hand-held remote
• 1 in diameter × 4.5 in downrod
• Mounting hardware