AIRCOL
Aircol 120 Round, Duct Type Fan / Aspirator 160 m³/h - Aircol 120 KT
What is a Radial Fan?
Radial fans, also known as centrifugal fans, are used to create a pressure difference to move air or other gases. These fans operate by utilizing centrifugal force, which directs air in an outward direction from the center. Similar to a pump, they contain a rotating impeller within a helical housing. Air or gas enters the fan in line with the axis, gets pressurized, and then is directed tangentially through channels around the impeller, exiting through an outlet. Due to the high pressure they generate, centrifugal fans are ideal for high-pressure applications such as drying and HVAC systems. Additionally, their enclosed parts make them suitable for use in air pollution and filtration systems due to particle-reducing properties.
Applications
Radial fans are suitable for small and medium-sized spaces, including:
- Bathrooms, toilets, kitchens, homes, offices, workplaces, storage rooms, garages, and more.
- Designed particularly for in-duct ventilation and air transfer between rooms.
Features
- Designed to vent air directly outside or through a short duct, ideally kink-free and shorter than 1.5 meters.
- Facilitates airflow at low static pressure, targeting small to medium air volume movement.
- Suitable for use with flexible or rigid ducts.
- Made from high-quality ABS plastic, offering maximum protection against odors, moisture, and similar external factors without losing its original appearance.
- Optimal fan design reduces noise to a minimum while providing high-pressure air intake.
- Can be mounted on walls, ceilings, windows, or within ducts.
- Equipped with self-lubricating, maintenance-free motor bearings for quiet and long-lasting performance.
- IPX2 protection against water splashes.
- Class-II protection without the need for grounding.
- Manufactured according to EN 60335-2-80, Low Voltage Equipment [2006/95/EC], and Electromagnetic Compatibility [2004/108/EC] standards.
Specifications
Voltage/Frequency (Volt/Hz) | 230/50 |
Current (A) | 0.13 |
Power (Watt) | 17 |
Airflow (m³/hour) | 160 |
Speed (Rpm) | 2300 |
Pressure (Pa) | 34 |
Noise Level (@3m) (dB (A)) | 33 |
Min/Max Ambient Temperature (ºC) | -30 / 40 |
Weight (Kg) | 0.5 |
Material | ABS plastic |
Protection Class / IP | II / IPX4 |
Motor Insulation Class | B |
Aircol 120 Round, In-Duct Fan/Exhaust Fan
Key Considerations for Radial Fan Selection
When selecting a fan, consider the following four parameters:
- Required Airflow
- Pressure Losses
- Acceptable Noise Level
- Electrical Power Connection Type
The required airflow for ventilation depends on the space's purpose, the number of occupants, items in the room, and their activities. The table below shows the air exchange rates for different environments.
Air Exchange Rates for Various Environments
Environment | Air Exchange Rate |
Classrooms | 5-7 |
Libraries | 4-5 |
Residential Kitchens | 15-25 |
Bathrooms | 5-7 |
Residential Toilets | 4-5 |
Public Toilets | 8-15 |
Meeting Rooms | 6-8 |
Offices | 4-8 |
Changing Rooms | 6-8 |
For example, if an office space measures 50 square meters with a ceiling height of 2.6 meters, the total volume would be 130 m³. For an office with an air exchange rate of 5, the required airflow would be 130 x 5 = 650 m³/hour. Assuming five people are working in the office with a normal activity level (requiring 29 m³ per hour per person), the employee air requirement is 5 x 29 = 145 m³/hour. Therefore, the total air requirement for the office is 650 + 145 = 795 m³/hour.
Once you determine the airflow requirement, choose a fan with an appropriate pressure-flow curve, taking into account the mounting location (e.g., wall, ceiling, duct). In offices, fans are typically mounted on walls or windows, and single-phase (monophase) fans are suitable for residential electricity. For industrial settings, a three-phase (380 Volt) fan would be appropriate.
