Elica ILLUSION NO MOTOR PAINT/A/100 PRF0146252A – H16 100 cm Ceiling Hood No Motor Paintable Panel + Stainless Frame – Review

The Elica ILLUSION NO MOTOR PAINT/A/100 PRF0146252A (EAN 8020283046672) is the motor-free version of the Illusion ceiling cooker hood by Elica S.p.A. (Via Ermanno Casoli 2, 60044 Fabriano, AN), in the H16 variant measuring 100 cm, with a paintable plasterboard panel (not included) and stainless steel frame. The design concept is a completely invisible cooker hood: flush with the ceiling, the panel is finished with the same material and colour as the surrounding false ceiling, making it indistinguishable from the room. Dimensions are 1000×500 mm, height 16 cm (H16 solution, developed by Elica for limited-height false ceilings), with a weight of 19.50 kg. Energy class is A. The NO MOTOR version means the hood body (H16 extraction body, electronics, lighting, grease filter, remote control) is supplied, but the motor must be purchased separately from Elica's remote motor range: internal remote motor (KIT0184296), external wall remote motor (KIT0184135), external roof remote motor (KIT0147881) or inclined roof (KIT0147882), with an optional extension cable (KIT0161392). With the paired motor, the intensive airflow in H16 configuration reaches 750 m³/h, total power consumption 198 W, air outlet 220×90 mm. Suction is perimeter-type. The hood can be used in either ducted or recirculation mode: for recirculation, the high performance filter kit KIT0148450A or the regenerable filter kit KIT0167743 (Long Life Filter ++, efficiency >80%, regenerable for up to 3 years) must be purchased separately. Controls are via the included 3V+2I remote control and via Wi-Fi with the Elica Connect app (available on iOS/Android), enabling remote control even without a network connection through direct local pairing. The hood features the Airmatic air quality sensor: it monitors cooking vapours, solvents, cigarette smoke and organic compounds in real time, automatically adjusting extraction power and switching off when the air quality returns to optimal levels. Lighting is provided by LED strips 2×14 W, 563 Lux, 2700–5000 K, with Tune White (colour temperature adjustment from warm to cool white) and Dim Light (brightness control). The lighting panel also accepts any lamp type available on the market. Included in the box: aluminium grease filter and white remote control. A luminous indicator signals when the grease filter needs cleaning.

Main Features

• Product code: PRF0146252A
• EAN: 8020283046672
• Model: ILLUSION NO MOTOR PAINT/A/100 – H16 – Paintable panel + Stainless frame
• Type: Flush ceiling cooker hood – no motor (NO MOTOR)
• Width: 100 cm
• Dimensions: 1000×500 mm – Height H16 (16 cm)
• Weight: 19.50 kg (NO MOTOR version)
• Energy class: A
• Finish: Paintable plasterboard panel (not included) + stainless steel frame
• Mode: Ducted or recirculation (filter kits sold separately)
• Motor: NOT INCLUDED – sold separately: KIT0184296 (internal), KIT0184135 (external wall), KIT0147881 (external roof), KIT0147882 (inclined roof)
• Intensive airflow (H16 with motor): 750 m³/h
• Total power consumption (H16): 198 W
• Air outlet (H16): 220×90 mm
• Suction: Perimeter
• Controls: 3V+2I remote control (included) + Wi-Fi Elica App
• IAQ sensor: Yes – Airmatic (automatic extraction and auto shut-off)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi – Elica Connect app (iOS/Android, local connection without network)
• Lighting: LED strip 2×14 W – 563 Lux – 2700–5000 K
• Light functions: Tune White (colour) + Dim Light (brightness)
• Grease filter: Aluminium – included – with saturation indicator light
• Optional filter kits: KIT0148450A (high performance) – KIT0167743 (regenerable Long Life Filter ++, up to 3 years, efficiency >80%)
• Included accessories: Aluminium grease filter + White remote control
• Optional remotes: Design white KIT0121468 / Design black KIT0121469
• Grease filter indicator: Yes | Odour filter indicator: No | Non-return valve: No
• Technologies: Airmatic, Tune White, Dim Light, Super Easy Installation, Elica Connect App
• Plasterboard: Not included
• Manufacturer: Elica S.p.A. – Via Ermanno Casoli 2, 60044 Fabriano (AN)

Assessment

The Elica ILLUSION NO MOTOR PAINT/A/100 PRF0146252A is the ideal choice for those designing an open-plan kitchen where the hood must literally disappear into the ceiling architecture. The NO MOTOR variant offers maximum installation flexibility: the remote motor is positioned outside the kitchen (in a utility room, loft, wall cavity or roof space), making the H16 hood body completely silent at the point of use and allowing the motor to be chosen based on the building's specific layout. The paintable plasterboard panel is the most integrated solution on the market: with matching ceiling material, the hood becomes invisible to the naked eye. The stainless steel frame ensures a precise and durable finish. The Airmatic sensor is a genuine benefit for households wanting fully automatic air quality management without needing to remember to switch the hood on or off. Wi-Fi connectivity via the Elica Connect app and voice assistant compatibility complete a technically advanced profile. Worth noting: the motor, filter kit (for recirculation mode) and plasterboard are not included, so the total investment should account for these additional components.

FAQ

What is the difference between the Elica ILLUSION NO MOTOR PAINT/A/100 PRF0146252A and the previous version PRF0146252 (without the A suffix)?
The suffix A in PRF0146252A denotes energy class A, an upgrade from the previous version PRF0146252 (energy class B). Both are NO MOTOR versions in the PAINT finish (paintable panel + stainless frame) measuring 100 cm H16: technically identical in structure, lighting and connectivity, they differ only in energy classification. The A version is the current model available in the market.

Can the Elica ILLUSION NO MOTOR PRF0146252A be used without purchasing a separate motor?
No. The NO MOTOR version is a hood body (H16 structure, electronics, lighting, grease filter, remote control) supplied without the extraction motor: to operate it requires pairing with one of Elica's separately sold remote motors (KIT0184296 internal, KIT0184135 external wall, KIT0147881 external roof, KIT0147882 inclined roof). The choice of motor should be made based on the installation configuration.

Can the Elica ILLUSION H16 be installed in recirculation mode (without external ducting)?
Yes. The ILLUSION supports both ducted and recirculation operation. For recirculation mode, the high performance filter kit KIT0148450A or the regenerable filter kit KIT0167743 (Long Life Filter ++) must be purchased separately. The regenerable filter delivers filtration efficiency above 80% and can be regenerated for up to 3 years.

Conclusion

Final verdict: The Elica ILLUSION NO MOTOR PAINT/A/100 PRF0146252A (EAN 8020283046672) is Elica's H16 100 cm flush ceiling hood in the no-motor version with paintable plasterboard panel and stainless frame: dimensions 1000×500 mm H16, weight 19.50 kg, energy class A, airflow 750 m³/h (with H16 motor), power 198 W, outlet 220×90 mm, LED strip 2×14W 563 lux 2700-5000K Tune White Dim Light, 3V+2I remote included, Wi-Fi Elica App, Airmatic IAQ sensor, aluminium grease filter included, filter kits (KIT0148450A / KIT0167743) and remote motors (KIT0184296/KIT0184135/KIT0147881/KIT0147882) sold separately, plasterboard not included. Elica S.p.A., Fabriano (AN). Find out more on the official Elica website.

https://www.elica.com/EN-en/hoods/ceiling/illusion