Overview
Trimvent Select E18 is a semi recessed clip fix plastic slot ventilator that fits into an 18mm slot in a window overhead section or cavity closer and provides an Equivalent Area (EA) of 4200mm² when fitted with a pair of GS18 grilles.
The E18 is ideal for both new build and refurbishment situations using PVCu windows and is available in a variety of colours.
Trimvent Select ventilators have been specified and fitted on millions of windows throughout the UK and mainland Europe over the last 15 years.
Suitable for
- PVCu
Features & Benefits
- Revised design to improve performance and Regulations compliance
- Unique occupant controllable tilting T-bar
- Deflects air up or down, or both
- Ideal for overhead sections
- Push to fit, no tools or screws required
- Minimal projection (when closed) for ease of window stacking during transit
- Flange covers slot edges
- Clips into an 18mm slot
- For use with GS18 grilles
- Based on successful Trimvent® principle
- Sculpted finger recess
- Patented and registered design
- When specified correctly complies with Building Regulations
Technical Information
Technical Information
Details
Product | Product Code | (L) Length | (W) Width | (P) Projection Closed-Open | EA (mm²) | Free Area (mm²) | Slot Detail |
E18 4200EA vent | TS1134212 | 372 | 24 | 13 – 23 | 4200 | 4247 | ![]() |
GS18 210 pair grilles | TS3184050 | 210 X 2 | 25 | 1.5 | 4200 | 4608 | ![]() |
NOTE: Vent can only be used on sections with wall thickness of 2-2.5mm. Slot tolerances of ± 0.5mm are required.
EA figures above and marked on vents are achieved when fitted to manufacturer’s recommendations. Tested in accordance with BS:EN 13141-1 (2004).
This product does feature some protrusion into the slot. If the recommended slot size has been cut then the protrusion will not affect fitting or claimed performance.
Acoustic Ratings
Product |
Product Code
|
Open – Dn,e,w (C;Ctr)
|
Closed – Dn,e,w (C;Ctr)
|
EA (mm²)
|
E18 Vent |
TS1134212
|
31 (-1;-1)
|
43 (-1;-2)
|
4200
|
GS18 210 Grille (pair) |
TS3184050
|
Manufactured from
Vent – PBTP (UV Stable) & POM, Grille – PP
Standards
Tested in accordance with BS EN 13141-1:2004 (airflow, air leakage and weather tightness)
Acoustic performance tested in accordance with BS EN ISO20140-10:1992, BS EN ISO140-10:1991 and single figures to BS EN ISO717-1:1991
Performance
(Full test details available on request)
Equivalent Area – See above
Free Area – See above
Air Leakage (m³/hr @ 50Pa) – 2.31 (with GS18)
Acoustic Dn,e,w (+/-) – vent open 31 (-1;-1), vent closed 43 (-1;-2)
Finishes
Suffix product code with:
-392 (white), -315 (brown)
Documentation
Resources
Manuals and Documentation

Trimvent Select E18 - Fixing Instructions (GS13 Grille)
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Trimvent Select E18 - Fixing Instructions (GS18 Grille)
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Trimvent Select E18 - Operation and Maintenance Instructions
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Trimvent Slot Ventilators Operation and Maintenance Instructions
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Catalogues

Window & Door Hardware Range Overview
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Trimvent Select E18 - Catalogue Page
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Videos

Video: System One – Background Ventilation Compliance Check Made Easy
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