4600X ebmpapst

Description

The ebmpapst 4600X is a premium 115 VAC AC axial compact fan designed for heavy-duty industrial and commercial thermal management. Operating efficiently at 50/60 Hz, this 18.0 W fan delivers a high volumetric air flow of up to 180 m³/h at a speed of 3100 RPM. With a standard 119 x 119 x 38 mm footprint and weighing 0.55 kg, it is equipped with a proven external rotor shaded-pole motor and internal impedance protection to prevent overheating. Housed in a robust die-cast aluminum casing with a sheet steel impeller, it operates consistently across a temperature range of -10 °C to +60 °C. Emitting a sound pressure level of 46 dB(A), the 4600X provides a highly reliable, space-saving cooling solution for sophisticated electrical enclosures and automation systems.

1. Key Features & Benefits

• Robust Metal Construction: Features a die-cast aluminum housing and painted sheet steel impeller, delivering superior structural rigidity and vibration dampening compared to plastic alternatives.
• External Rotor Motor Integration: The shaded-pole motor is integrated directly within the impeller hub, minimizing axial depth to 38 mm and optimizing space in crowded enclosures.
• Reliable Bearing Technology: Utilizes high-precision advanced bearing systems (Sintec sleeve or ball bearings), reducing mechanical friction and ensuring smooth, long-term continuous operation.
• Inherent Overload Safety: The motor is impedance protected, which restricts current draw during locked-rotor conditions, inherently preventing burnouts without requiring a separate thermal switch.
• Flexible Voltage Adaptability: Designed to operate efficiently at both 50 Hz and 60 Hz frequencies, making it compatible with varying 115V power grid standards, etc.

2. Technical Specifications

3. Materials, Structure & Installation

The 4600X is engineered with a focus on metallic durability to handle tough industrial environments while maintaining structural integrity.

• Housing Material: Solid die-cast aluminum, providing excellent heat dissipation and impact resistance.
• Impeller Material: Sheet steel, painted black for corrosion resistance and aerodynamic stability.
• Airflow Direction: Exhaust over struts.
• Direction of Rotation: Clockwise, viewed toward the rotor.
• Electrical Connection: Equipped with 2 flat plugs 2.8 x 0.5 mm for quick-connect terminals, with grounding lug options for safe wiring, etc.

4. Life Expectancy & Approvals

L10 Life Expectancy Assessment:

• At 40°C ambient temperature: Expected life up to 40,000 hours (depending on operating frequency).
• At maximum operating temperature: Engineered to sustain high reliability due to rugged metal housing and optimized motor efficiency.

The 4600X complies with major global industrial and electrical safety standards, carrying VDE, CSA, UL, and CE approvals, fully satisfying strict international market access requirements for electronic equipment.

5. Typical Applications

Thanks to its industry-standard 119mm form factor and 115VAC compatibility, the 4600X is highly suitable for the following applications, among others:

• Control Cabinet & Electrical Enclosure Cooling: Actively exhausts waste heat from PLC arrays, transformers, and power distribution components.
• Industrial Automation Machinery: Reliable ventilation for CNC machine drives, robotic control units, and factory floor sensor networks.
• HVAC & Refrigeration Subsystems: Integrated into commercial cooling displays, heat exchangers, and air purification equipment.
• Medical & Laboratory Instruments: Provides stable thermal environments for heavy-duty analytical devices and medical imaging power supplies.
• Telecommunications & Server Racks: Auxiliary cooling for UPS systems, power racks, and networking hardware, etc.

4600X ebmpapst 115VAC 119x119x38mm 106CFM Sintec 50dB(A) 18W 2 Terminals Tubeaxial AC Fan

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