Product brief description
The VentusPro AX-500 is a heavy-duty industrial axial ventilation fan designed for wall or ceiling mounting in demanding environments. Featuring a robust square steel frame, five aerodynamically optimized blades, and a built-in protective wire grille, this fan delivers high-volume airflow with low noise and exceptional reliability. Its matte black powder-coated finish resists corrosion, while the precision-balanced motor assembly ensures smooth, vibration-free operation around the clock. Whether you need to exhaust hot air from a factory floor, circulate fresh air in a greenhouse, or ventilate a commercial kitchen, the AX-500 is built to perform where lesser fans fail.
Product detailed description
Built for the Demands of Industry
Industrial ventilation is not a luxury — it is a critical component of workplace safety, equipment longevity, and operational efficiency. The VentusPro AX-500 was developed from the ground up to meet the unforgiving demands of continuous industrial use. Every design decision, from the gauge of the steel frame to the curvature of the fan blades, was driven by one question: will this hold up under 24/7 operation? The answer is a resounding yes.
Frame and Construction
At the core of the AX-500's durability is its square outer frame, fabricated from heavy-gauge carbon steel and finished with a matte black powder coating. This is not a lightweight stamped panel — it is a structural chassis engineered to resist warping, vibration, and corrosion over years of service. Each of the four corners features a pre-drilled mounting hole, enabling secure installation on walls, ceilings, or custom brackets using standard M8 or M10 bolts. The frame houses a precisely machined circular inner housing that centers the motor and blade assembly with tight tolerances. This concentric alignment is critical: even minor misalignment at high RPM can generate vibration that cascades into bearing wear, noise, and premature failure. The AX-500's housing is jig-welded to maintain perfect concentricity throughout the production process.
Aerodynamic Blade Design
The fan employs a five-blade configuration, a deliberate choice over the more common three- or four-blade designs found in budget fans. Five blades strike the optimal balance between airflow volume and acoustic performance. Fewer blades would require higher RPM to achieve the same CFM, increasing both noise and motor load. More blades would add weight and rotational inertia without meaningful airflow gains. Each blade features a progressive curvature profile — wider at the tip and narrower at the hub — that maximizes the swept area while minimizing tip vortices. The blades are injection-molded from glass-fiber-reinforced polypropylene (GFPP), a material chosen for its combination of high tensile strength, fatigue resistance, and low density. Unlike metal blades that can corrode, dent, or fatigue-crack, GFPP blades maintain their aerodynamic shape indefinitely with zero maintenance.
Motor and Hub Assembly
The central hub is more than a blade mount — it is an integrated thermal management system. The hub face features a ring of precision-drilled ventilation ports that draw cooling air across the motor housing during operation. This active cooling extends motor life dramatically, particularly in high-ambient-temperature environments. The motor itself is a single-phase asynchronous induction motor with permanently lubricated sealed ball bearings, rated for continuous duty (S1), with a built-in thermal overload protector that automatically cuts power if internal temperatures exceed safe thresholds and resets automatically once cooled.
Safety and Compliance
Behind the blades, a concentric wire grille provides essential protection without impeding airflow. The grille is constructed from electro-galvanized steel wire welded at every intersection, forming a rigid guard with wire spacing ≤ 12 mm for finger protection. Four stainless steel fasteners secure the grille at the 10, 2, 4, and 8 o'clock positions, allowing tool-free removal for cleaning.
Applications
- Manufacturing facilities: exhaust welding fumes, process heat, airborne particulates
- Warehouses & logistics: maintain air circulation, prevent thermal stratification
- Commercial kitchens: meet code for grease-laden vapor exhaust
- Greenhouses & agriculture: regulate temperature and humidity
- HVAC mechanical rooms: makeup air or exhaust for boiler/chiller rooms
- Paint booths & chemical storage: ATEX explosion-proof variants available
Three Key Differentiators
Build quality — powder-coated steel frame, stainless fasteners, engineered for a decade of service. Aerodynamic efficiency — five-blade GFPP rotor with CFD-optimized pitch delivers more air per watt. Serviceability — front-accessible grille, standard mounting, off-the-shelf motor design.
Product Specifications
meter |
Specification |
Model |
VentusPro AX-500 |
Frame Dimensions |
500 × 500 mm (19.7 × 19.7 in) |
Frame Depth |
180 mm (7.1 in) |
Blade Diameter |
450 mm (17.7 in) |
Number of Blades |
5 |
Blade Material |
Glass-Fiber-Reinforced Polypropylene (GFPP) |
Frame Material |
Carbon Steel, Powder-Coated (Matte Black) |
Grille Material |
Electro-Galvanized Steel Wire |
Fasteners |
Stainless Steel (304 Grade) |
Motor Type |
Single-Phase Asynchronous Induction, S1 Continuous Duty |
Voltage Options |
110V/60Hz or 220V/50Hz |
Power Rating |
250 W |
Speed |
1,350 RPM |
Airflow (Free Air) |
5,800 m³/h (3,414 CFM) |
Static Pressure (Max) |
85 Pa (0.34 inH₂O) |
Noise Level (@ 3 m) |
≤ 65 dB(A) |
Ingress Protection |
IP44 |
Insulation Class |
Class B (130°C) |
Operating Temperature |
-20°C to +55°C |
Thermal Protection |
Built-in Auto-Reset Overload Protector |
Mounting |
Wall/Ceiling, 4× Corner Holes (Ø10 mm) |
Net Weight |
12.5 kg (27.6 lbs) |
Certifications |
CE, RoHS |
Warranty |
2 Years |
FAQ (10 Questions)
Q1: Can this fan be used outdoors? — IP44 rated; suitable for semi-exposed locations. IP55 weatherproof variant available for full outdoor exposure.
Q2: 110V vs 220V difference? — Motor winding only; identical performance. North America/Japan = 110V/60Hz; Europe/Asia/Africa = 220V/50Hz. Wrong voltage destroys the motor instantly.
Q3: Can it connect to ductwork? — Yes, up to ~3m straight duct runs. For long ducts or multiple bends, a centrifugal fan is recommended.
Q4: How to clean and maintain? — Remove 4 front fasteners, wipe blades with damp cloth. No pressure washers or solvents. Clean every 3–6 months. Bearings are sealed — no lubrication needed.
Q5: MOQ? — 50 units for first order; 1–5 sample units available at sample pricing.
Q6: OEM/private label? — Yes: custom colors, branding, packaging, voltage configurations. Lead time 25–35 days from artwork approval.
Q7: Certifications? — CE, RoHS standard. UL, ETL, SAA available per market — specify at inquiry.
Q8: Ships assembled? — Yes, fully assembled with foam protection. Installation: 4 bolts + 3 wires, under 30 minutes.
Q9: Spare parts? — Blades (set of 5), grille, motor capacitor, mounting kits, spare motors in stock.
Q10: How to order? — Inquiry form or email with quantity, voltage, destination, certifications. Quotation within 24 hours. Samples via DHL/FedEx/UPS freight collect.
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