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Deflecto

Deflecto Dryer Vent 4 Inch

  • 4 inch duct size, wall mount hood
  • Galvanized steel, powder coated finish
  • Gravity damper opens with airflow
  • Backdraft damper and screws included
  • 14.5 inches deep, 9.6 ounces
  • Wide mouth shroud against the elements

Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A passive outdoor cap with a built in damper for clothes dryers and bath fans. It is a simple metal part with no fan, and the listing contains some unrelated electrical entries.

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ASIN: B003YCDMJCModel: GVH4NRCategory: Dryer Vents

Overview

Not a powered fan, this Deflecto is an all metal wall vent hood with a short pipe for dryer or bathroom exhaust. A gravity damper stays shut on its own and opens when air flows out, and the wide shroud helps keep weather and animals out.

The galvanized build and the self closing damper protect the opening from birds, rodents and weather. The limitation is that it is only the terminating hood, so the duct run and any fan are separate.

Who it's for

Homeowners and installers who need a durable outdoor termination for a dryer or bath duct will find it simple to fit. Anyone wanting powered ventilation, a roof cap or a different duct diameter should choose another product.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • All metal galvanized steel build
  • Self closing gravity damper
  • Wide shroud blocks the elements
  • Hardware and damper included
Cons
  • No fan, passive only
  • Unrelated electrical entries in specs
  • Single duct size

Performance notes

The damper is held shut by gravity and pushed open by outgoing air, so it closes again when the dryer or fan stops. The wide shroud directs rain and debris away from the opening. The copy calls the metal durable and weather resistant.

Specifications

BrandDeflecto
ModelGVH4NR
Dimensions & fit
Duct size4 inches
Item Dimensions D x W x H14.5 x 6 x 6 inches
Item weight9.6 ounces
Construction & materials
Material TypeGalvanized alloy steel
ColorGray
FinishPowder coated
Compatibility & installation
Mounting TypeWall mount
Included components
Included ComponentsBackdraft damper, screws
Other details
Additional FeaturesPositive action vent closure, gravity damper
DesignWall mounted canopy hood

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Frequently asked questions

What comes with the Deflecto GVH4NR?

The specs list a backdraft damper and screws, and the title says the hood comes with pipe.

Is the Deflecto GVH4NR a powered exhaust fan?

No. The copy describes a gravity damper opened by positive air flow, not a motorized fan.

What can the Deflecto GVH4NR vent?

The copy says it is commonly used for clothes dryer and bathroom applications.

Why does the Deflecto GVH4NR list noise and light entries?

The listing includes some generic ventilation fields such as decibels and LED light that do not match a plain metal hood, so they should be ignored.