ebm-papst R3G175 Alternative — LONGWELL LWBE3G175

Looking for an alternative for ebm-papst R3G175-RC05-01? The LONGWELL LWBE3G175 is the same-size alternative — same control protocol, mounting dimensions on the LONGWELL drawing, performance characterized using AMCA 210/211 test methods (test report on request) — at 40–55% lower landed cost with 15–30 day delivery vs 14–22 weeks ex-works ebm-papst. Widely deployed across Residential ERV, decentralized retrofit, compact MVHR.

Replaces: ebm-papst R3G175-RC05-01 Diameter: Ø175 mm Family: R3G → LONGWELL LWBE3G / LWAE3G / LWHV / LWFC Sample: 1–3 days
Replacing
ebm-papst
R3G175
R3G · EC backward-curved blower · Ø175 mm
With
LONGWELL
LWBE3G175
Same size class (Ø175 mm) — mounting per drawing · Same control · 15–30 day delivery

Specification Comparison

Specification ebm-papst R3G175 LONGWELL LWBE3G175
Fan type EC backward-curved blower EC backward-curved blower
Impeller diameter Ø175 mm Ø175 mm 11 models
Airflow range 80–380 m³/h up to 924 m³/h
Static pressure (max) 400 Pa up to 893 Pa
Motor power (max) 120 W up to 170 W
Noise floor (Lw) 24 dB(A) from 65 dB(A) (nameplate, per model)
Voltage 200–240 V 1Φ 220–230 / 115 V 1Φ
Control input 0–10 V / PWM / Modbus / EC-Control 0–10 V / PWM / Modbus RTU (RS485)
IP rating IP54 / IP55 IP54 std · IP55 / IP67 option
Certifications CE · UL · VDE · EAC CE · ETL (UL 507 / CSA C22.2 No.113) · 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 R3G175 to LWBE3G175

4–8× Faster Delivery

15–30 days
vs 14–22 weeks ex-works for ebm-papst in 2026. Sample units 1–3 days from stock vs 4–10 weeks.

40–55% Lower Landed Cost

−€600 to −€2,400
per unit at equivalent spec, depending on size and quantity. On a 50-unit FanGrid retrofit, typical CapEx delta is €30k–€120k.

Drop-in Candidate · Same Size Class

Ø175 mm
Same impeller size and control protocol; confirm the mounting hole pattern and inlet ring against the LONGWELL drawing before ordering.

Drop-in compatibility: what matches and what to confirm

Mechanical match

The LONGWELL LWBE3G175 matches the ebm-papst R3G175 mounting pattern (M-mount, ISO 9001 plenum-fan footprint) per the mounting dimensions on the LONGWELL drawing. Inlet ring diameter, motor shaft height, and electrical termination box position are identical. In most retrofits no plate modification is needed — confirm the mounting dimensions against the LONGWELL drawing before ordering.

Electrical & control match

The LWBE3G175 accepts the same 0–10 V analog speed reference, PWM (1 kHz), and Modbus RTU (RS485) control signals as ebm-papst R3G175. LONGWELL provides the Modbus register map and a cross-reference to the ebm-papst map for BMS integration.For ebm-papst-specific bus protocols (EC-Control), ask LONGWELL engineering for the integration options.

Performance match

The measured P-Q curve of every LONGWELL model is on its model page; we check your duty point against it before quoting.

Typical Applications

The LWBE3G175 is widely deployed across Residential ERV, decentralized retrofit, compact MVHR. Common application categories include:

  • Residential ERV
  • Decentralized ERV
  • Compact MVHR

Particularly suited for residential ERV with Matter 1.2 smart home integration.

FAQ

Is LONGWELL LWBE3G175 a true drop-in replacement for ebm-papst R3G175?
Same size class and control interface. Confirm the mounting hole pattern, inlet ring diameter and shaft height against the dimensioned drawing on the LONGWELL LWBE3G175 model page before ordering; it accepts the same 0–10 V analog / PWM / Modbus RTU control signals and is offered in the voltages listed in the table above.
How does LWBE3G175 compare on efficiency to R3G175?
LONGWELL does not publish a single peak-efficiency figure for the LWBE3G175. The model page on the selection site gives airflow, static pressure and input power along the curve (measured where marked, nameplate-estimated otherwise), so the efficiency at your duty point follows directly; a test report for a specific model is available from engineering on request.
What's the 2026 lead time difference?
As of May 2026: ebm-papst R3G175 requires 14–22 weeks ex-works due to ongoing allocation. LONGWELL LWBE3G175 ships in 15–30 days for orders up to 500 units and 6–10 weeks for 1,000+ unit OEM programs. Sample units ship in 1–3 days from stocked Ø175 mm inventory.
What's the cost delta?
At equivalent specification (same Ø, same airflow/Pa, same IP, same control), LONGWELL LWBE3G175 typically lands at 40–55% below ebm-papst R3G175 ex-works pricing. Final pricing depends on quantity, voltage, IP rating, and control protocol options.
What applications is LWBE3G175 typically used for?
LWBE3G175 is widely deployed across Residential ERV, decentralized retrofit, compact MVHR. Particularly suited for residential ERV with Matter 1.2 smart home integration.

Replace your R3G175 — samples in 1–3 days

Send a quick request — model + quantity + delivery address. Sample unit ships in 1–3 days for field validation. Series production at 15–30 day lead time after PO.

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