The Fantech control looks to be a standard solid state flush mount control that would go in a wall box. I can't find any information about the Rangecraft one online. Is it built into the hood, or is it a separate wall mount control?. If the latter, I doubt it matters much. The only exception would be if Fantech put some stupid warranty clause in that says you have to use their control. Variable speed controls are all pretty much the same. All you need to do make sure is that it has the right amp rating. Another good feature that is pretty much standard on these controls is a trimpot so you can calibrate the range of the control.

Given no other information, I would choose a control known to be compatible with the motor. Whether it can be inserted into the hood in place of the hood manufacturer's control is a question I can't answer.

kas

Thanks for your help. I think I need to get some more info on the speed control.