Maximum length of duct for bathroom fan

[Douche]

I have a small bathroom (less than 80 sq feet). I am installing an exhaust fan on the ceiling in my upstairs bathroom. I prefer to vent the duct out the attic wall rather than the roof. The wall is approximately 15 feet from the location of the exhaust fan. My question is there a maximum duct work distance or is there a certain cfm fan or fan speed I need to blow open the vent at 15 feet? I plan on using flexible metal duct.

Thanks!

[jimbo]

There is no regulation on this. 15 feet is not excessive. Based on 6 air changes per hour, a 70 CFM fan would be "adequate". I always prefer to use 100 or 110 CFM even for a small room like your. This will minimize any problems with mold and mildew. Spend the extra $$$ and get a unit with a maximum sone rating of 1.0 You will live with the noise of this fan for many years, so it is worth a few bucks to go quiet.

[Douche]

Many thanks..appreciate the advice!!!