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Ziehl-Abegg RH35C Alternative — LONGWELL LWBE3G355

Looking for an alternative for Ziehl-Abegg RH35C-6DK? The LONGWELL LWBE3G355 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 12–18 weeks ex-works Ziehl-Abegg. Widely deployed across Plenum AHU, data center RDHx, semiconductor FFU.

Replaces: Ziehl-Abegg RH35C-6DK Diameter: Ø355 mm Family: RH series → LONGWELL LWBE3G / LWAE3G / LWHV Sample: 1–3 days
Replacing
Ziehl-Abegg
RH35C
RH series · EC backward-curved centrifugal plug fan · Ø355 mm
→
With
LONGWELL
LWBE3G355
Same size class (Ø350 mm) — mounting per drawing · Same control · 15–30 day delivery

Specification Comparison

Specification Ziehl-Abegg RH35C LONGWELL LWBE3G355
Fan type EC backward-curved centrifugal plug fan EC backward-curved centrifugal plug fan
Impeller diameter Ø355 mm Ø350 mm 21 models
Airflow range 800–4,200 m³/h up to 8,034 m³/h
Static pressure (max) 1200 Pa up to 2,524 Pa
Motor power (max) 950 W up to 3,100 W
Noise floor (Lw) 68 dB(A) from 68 dB(A) (nameplate, per model)
Voltage 380–480 V 3Φ 220–230 V 1Φ · 380–400 V 3Φ
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 · RoHS · REACH · ETL on single-phase 115/230 V versions (UL 507 / CSA C22.2 No.113)
Sample lead time 4–10 weeks 1–3 days
Series lead time (≤500 units) 12–18 weeks 15–30 days
Landed cost index (LONGWELL = 100) 175–200 100 (baseline)
Verify it on the LONGWELL selector: all 21 LWBE3G355 models — data, measured curves, drawings · LWBE3G355-188NT-26 (largest airflow in the series) · check your own duty point · samples, MOQ and lead time

Why Engineers Switch from RH35C to LWBE3G355

4–8× Faster Delivery

15–30 days
vs 12–18 weeks ex-works for Ziehl-Abegg 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

Ø350 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 LWBE3G355 matches the Ziehl-Abegg RH35C 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 LWBE3G355 accepts the same 0–10 V analog speed reference, PWM (1 kHz), and Modbus RTU (RS485) control signals as Ziehl-Abegg RH35C. LONGWELL supplies its Modbus RTU register map with the fan so the BMS points can be re-mapped; the register addresses are not identical to the Ziehl-Abegg map.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 LWBE3G355 is widely deployed across Plenum AHU, data center RDHx, semiconductor FFU. Common application categories include:

Particularly suited for L2A data center modules and heat pump fan coil sections.

FAQ

Is LONGWELL LWBE3G355 a true drop-in replacement for Ziehl-Abegg RH35C?
Same size class and control interface. Confirm the mounting hole pattern, inlet ring diameter and shaft height against the dimensioned drawing on the LONGWELL LWBE3G355 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 LWBE3G355 compare on efficiency to RH35C?
LONGWELL does not publish a single peak-efficiency figure for the LWBE3G355. 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: Ziehl-Abegg RH35C requires 12–18 weeks ex-works due to ongoing allocation. LONGWELL LWBE3G355 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 Ø355 mm inventory.
What’s the cost delta?
At equivalent specification (same Ø, same airflow/Pa, same IP, same control), LONGWELL LWBE3G355 typically lands at 40–55% below Ziehl-Abegg RH35C ex-works pricing. Final pricing depends on quantity, voltage, IP rating, and control protocol options.
What applications is LWBE3G355 typically used for?
LWBE3G355 is widely deployed across Plenum AHU, data center RDHx, semiconductor FFU. Particularly suited for L2A data center modules and heat pump fan coil sections.

Replace your RH35C — 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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Ziehl-Abegg® is a registered trademark of Ziehl-Abegg GmbH. This page is published by LONGWELL, an independent manufacturer and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Ziehl-Abegg. All performance data sourced from publicly available datasheets. All performance figures reflect specific test conditions; final selection should be confirmed by duty point, voltage/control, mounting and project validation.