ebm-papst K3G280 Alternative — LONGWELL LWBE3G-280-EC
Looking for an alternative for ebm-papst K3G280-AY30-89? The LONGWELL LWBE3G-280-EC is the dimensionally interchangeable equivalent — same mounting, same control protocol, AMCA 210/211 third-party-tested performance — at 40–55% lower landed cost with 15-day delivery vs 14–22 weeks ex-works ebm-papst. Widely deployed across Compact AHU, edge data center, RDHx OEM, residential heat pump.
K3G280
LWBE3G-280-EC
Specification Comparison
| Specification | ebm-papst K3G280 | LONGWELL LWBE3G-280-EC |
|---|---|---|
| Fan type | EC backward-curved centrifugal plug fan | EC backward-curved centrifugal plug fan |
| Impeller diameter | Ø280 mm | Ø280 mm Drop-in |
| Airflow range | 500–2,800 m³/h | 500–2,800 m³/h |
| Static pressure (max) | 900 Pa | 900 Pa |
| Motor power (max) | 480 W | 480 W |
| Wire-to-air η peak (AMCA 210) | 89% | 85% |
| Noise floor (Lw) | 62 dB(A) | 65 dB(A) |
| Voltage | 200–240 V 1Φ | 200–240 V 1Φ |
| Control input | 0–10 V / PWM / Modbus / EC-Control | 0–10 V / PWM / Modbus RTU / Modbus TCP Compatible |
| IP rating | IP54 / IP55 | IP54 std · IP55 / IP67 option |
| Certifications | CE · UL · VDE · EAC | CE · UL · cUL · TÜV · ATEX · VDE · EAC · RoHS · REACH |
| Sample lead time | 4–10 weeks | 1–3 days |
| Series lead time (≤500 units) | 14–22 weeks | 15–30 days |
| Landed cost index (LONGWELL = 100) | 175–200 | 100 (baseline) |
Why Engineers Switch from K3G280 to LWBE3G-280-EC
4–8× Faster Delivery
40–55% Lower Landed Cost
True Drop-In Compatibility
Drop-In Compatibility Details
Mechanical match
The LONGWELL LWBE3G-280-EC matches the ebm-papst K3G280 mounting pattern (M-mount, ISO 9001 plenum-fan footprint) within ±0.5 mm tolerance. Inlet ring diameter, motor shaft height, and electrical termination box position are identical. Drop-in retrofit requires no AHU rework, no plate modification, and no plenum hole resizing.
Electrical & control match
The LWBE3G-280-EC accepts the same 0–10 V analog speed reference, PWM (1 kHz), and Modbus RTU (RS485) control signals as ebm-papst K3G280. Default Modbus register map is compatible with the ebm-papst ecosystem; LONGWELL provides a free Modbus map cross-reference for BMS integration. ebm-papst-specific proprietary protocols (EC-Control bus / ZA-control) are bridged via a free MODBUS gateway available from LONGWELL Engineering — no BMS reprogramming required.
Performance match
The PQ curve of LONGWELL LWBE3G-280-EC sits within 2–3% of the ebm-papst K3G280 curve across the full operating envelope (verified by third-party AMCA 210/211 testing at TÜV and Intertek labs). Wire-to-air efficiency at BEP is 85% vs 89% for ebm-papst (4 pp delta at peak). In typical part-load HVAC duty, the gap narrows to within 1 pp.
Typical Applications
The LWBE3G-280-EC is widely deployed across Compact AHU, edge data center, RDHx OEM, residential heat pump. Common application categories include:
- Compact AHU
- FFU
- RDHx rear-door
- Edge data center
Particularly suited for 280 mm RDHx fan supply for AI data center rear-door coolers and FFU modules.
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