Cast Aluminum Pressure Blowers

Sizes, wheel diameters, air volume, and pressure ranges

Cast aluminum pressure blowers are available in a variety of sizes to suit different application needs. Key specifications include:

• Sizes: 800 to 1829 or 8″ to 15″ wheel diameters
• Air volumes: up to 5,000 CFM
• Pressures: up to 20″ water gauge

Temperature range and material composition

These blowers are designed to operate in a wide range of temperatures and are constructed using durable, corrosion-resistant materials.

• Temperature range: up to 200°F, with aluminum alloys maintaining strength in sub-zero temperatures
• Material composition: cast aluminum housings and wheels made from corrosion-resistant aluminum alloys, contributing to lightweight design and durability

Enhanced Safety Standards for Spark-Resistant Operation

Cast aluminum pressure blowers offer valuable features that enhance their versatility and safety in industrial applications. These features include:

• Flow reversibility: The blowers can operate in either direction, allowing for flexibility in system design and installation.
• Rotatable discharge positions: The blower’s discharge can be rotated to eight different positions, enabling easy adaptation to various system layouts and space constraints.

Cast aluminum pressure blowers also meet AMCA Type B spark-resistant construction standards. This certification is crucial for applications where sparks could create a significant safety hazard, such as in environments with combustible materials or a high risk of ignition.

Design and Construction

Split bolted housings for easy installation and maintenance

Cast aluminum pressure blowers feature split bolted housings, which provide several benefits for installation and maintenance. This design allows for easy access to internal components, simplifying maintenance tasks and reducing downtime. The split housing also enables the blower to be installed in tight spaces or integrated into existing systems with minimal modifications.

Wheel designs

• Radial-bladed wheels: Provide high airflow and moderate pressure
• Backward curved wheels: Offer high efficiency and lower noise levels
• Multiple wheel/inlet combinations: Allow for customization to meet specific application needs

Key Benefits

Corrosion resistance, lightweight design, and non-toxicity

Cast aluminum pressure blowers offer several key benefits that make them an ideal choice for various industrial applications:

• Corrosion resistance: Aluminum alloys provide excellent corrosion resistance, eliminating the need for protective coatings or frequent maintenance in harsh environments.
• Lightweight design: Being approximately 1/3 the weight of steel, aluminum reduces the overall weight of the blower, simplifying installation and handling.
• Non-toxic: Aluminum is non-toxic and friendly to foods, beverages, and medicines, making these blowers suitable for use in food processing and other sensitive applications.

Temperature tolerance, non-magnetic properties, and attractive appearance

These blowers also exhibit additional beneficial properties:

• Temperature tolerance: Aluminum alloys maintain their strength and even increase in strength in sub-zero temperatures, allowing reliable operation in extremely cold environments.
• Non-magnetic properties: Aluminum’s non-magnetic nature makes these blowers an excellent choice for applications where electromagnetic interference must be minimized, such as in electronic equipment.
• Attractive appearance: The natural appearance of cast aluminum is aesthetically pleasing, and the material can be easily customized through brushing, buffing, anodizing, or painting to complement the design of the equipment it is integrated with.