AC Infinity CLOUDLINE S6 vs T6: Which 6″ Inline Fan Should You Buy?

Same fan, two very different controllers. We stock both — here is exactly what separates them.

We Stock Both Specs From Our Live Listings UPS & FedEx shipping Updated July 2026

Quick Answer

The CLOUDLINE S6 ($99) and T6 ($149) use the exact same 6-inch, 402 CFM, 32 dBA mixed-flow fan. The real difference is the controller: the S6 ships with a wired 10-speed controller, while the T6 adds the CONTROLLER 69 PRO with temperature, humidity, and VPD automation plus Wi-Fi app control.

This is the most common question we get about AC Infinity ventilation, and the spec sheets make it easy to answer. Both fans share the same PWM-controlled EC motor, inline mixed-flow design with stator blade, dual ball bearings, IP-44 rating, and a 67,000-hour L10 life expectancy. Both are part of the UIS™ platform. You are purely choosing how much automation you want out of the box.

The Two Contenders

Both are live in our catalog — prices and specs below come straight from our product pages.

CLOUDLINE S6, Quiet Inline Fan 6" with Speed Controller

AC Infinity

CLOUDLINE S6, Quiet Inline Fan 6" with Speed Controller

  • 402 CFM airflow, 32 dBA noise
  • Wired 10-speed fan controller with backup memory
  • PWM-controlled EC motor, dual ball bearings
  • Compatible with all UIS controllers
  • IP-44 rated, 67,000-hour L10 life expectancy

$99

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MOST AUTOMATED CLOUDLINE T6, Quiet Inline Fan 6" with Temperature Humidity VPD Controller

AC Infinity

CLOUDLINE T6, Quiet Inline Fan 6" with Temperature Humidity VPD Controller

  • 402 CFM airflow, 32 dBA noise
  • CONTROLLER 69 PRO: temperature, humidity & VPD triggers
  • Wi-Fi app: remote access, climate charts, CSV export
  • Timer, cycle, schedule & minimum-speed modes
  • 12-ft sensor probe included

$149

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CLOUDLINE S6 vs T6: Spec-by-Spec

Fan hardware is identical — the controller column is where your $50 goes.

SpecCLOUDLINE S6CLOUDLINE T6
Price$99$149
Duct size6″6″
Airflow402 CFM402 CFM
Noise32 dBA32 dBA
Static pressure503 Pa503 Pa
Max power draw70 W70 W
Average power usage38 W38 W
MotorPWM-controlled EC motorPWM-controlled EC motor
BearingsDual ballDual ball
Ingress protectionIP-44IP-44
L10 life expectancy67,000 hours67,000 hours
Voltage100-240V AC100-240V AC
ControllerWired 10-speed speed controllerCONTROLLER 69 PRO with temp / humidity / VPD triggers
Climate automationNo — manual speed levels (UIS controller upgrade possible)Yes — dynamic speed, timers, grow cycles, schedules, minimum speed
Wi-Fi app controlNoYes — AC Infinity app with historical charts and CSV export
Sensor probeNot included144 in. (12 ft) probe included
Fan dimensions7.9 x 12.6 x 8.4 in7.9 x 12.6 x 8.4 in
Weight7.25 lbs7.25 lbs

All specifications above are taken directly from our product listings for these two models.

Which One Should You Buy?

Buy the CLOUDLINE S6 if…

You want quiet, reliable exhaust at the lowest price and are happy setting the speed yourself. The wired 10-speed controller has backup memory, and because the S6 is compatible with all UIS controllers, you can add smart climate programming later without replacing the fan.

Buy the CLOUDLINE T6 if…

You want the fan to manage itself. The T6’s CONTROLLER 69 PRO reacts to temperature, humidity, and VPD with dynamic fan speeds, supports timers, grow cycles, schedules and a constant minimum speed, and connects to the AC Infinity Wi-Fi app for remote access, notifications, historical climate charts, and CSV export. For $50 more, most tent growers should take the T6.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the fan hardware different between the CLOUDLINE S6 and T6?

No. Both use the same 6-inch mixed-flow fan rated at 402 CFM and 32 dBA, with a PWM-controlled EC motor, dual ball bearings, 503 Pa static pressure, IP-44 rating, and a 67,000-hour L10 life expectancy. The difference is the included controller.

Can I add smart climate control to the S6 later?

Yes. The S6 is compatible with all UIS controllers with intelligent programming, so you can start with the wired 10-speed controller and upgrade to automated temperature, humidity, and VPD control later.

What does the T6 controller actually do?

The CONTROLLER 69 PRO sets dynamic fan speeds that respond to temperature, humidity, and VPD triggers, plus timer, cycle, and schedule modes and a constant minimum speed. Over Wi-Fi, the AC Infinity app adds remote access, advance programs, notifications, historical climate charts, and CSV data export.

Which one is quieter?

They are rated identically at 32 dBA. Both run a PWM-controlled EC motor that can operate smoothly at extremely low RPM without motor noise, so noise should not decide this comparison.

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