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ebm-papst W3G500 Alternative — LONGWELL LWAE3G500

Looking for an alternative for ebm-papst W3G500-EN09-16? The LONGWELL LWAE3G500 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 Large rooftop AHU, industrial condenser, data center free cooling, process ventilation.

Replaces: ebm-papst W3G500-EN09-16 Diameter: Ø500 mm Family: W3G axial → LONGWELL LWBE3G / LWAE3G / LWHV / LWFC Sample: 1–3 days
Replacing
ebm-papst
W3G500
W3G axial · EC axial fan · Ø500 mm
→
With
LONGWELL
LWAE3G500
Same size class (Ø500 mm) — mounting per drawing · Same control · 15–30 day delivery

Specification Comparison

Specification ebm-papst W3G500 LONGWELL LWAE3G500
Fan type EC axial fan EC axial fan
Impeller diameter Ø500 mm Ø500 mm 9 models
Airflow range 3,200–11,000 m³/h up to 10,506 m³/h
Static pressure (max) 450 Pa up to 330 Pa
Motor power (max) 1,800 W up to 850 W
Noise floor (Lw) 74 dB(A) from 56 dB(A) (nameplate, per model)
Voltage 200–240 V 1Φ 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 request
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)
Verify it on the LONGWELL selector: all 9 LWAE3G500 models — data, measured curves, drawings · LWAE3G500TS-5MEW-03 (largest airflow in the series) · check your own duty point · samples, MOQ and lead time

Why Engineers Switch from W3G500 to LWAE3G500

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

Ø500 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 LWAE3G500 matches the ebm-papst W3G500 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 LWAE3G500 accepts the same 0–10 V analog speed reference, PWM (1 kHz), and Modbus RTU (RS485) control signals as ebm-papst W3G500. 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 LWAE3G500 is widely deployed across Large rooftop AHU, industrial condenser, data center free cooling, process ventilation. Common application categories include:

  • Rooftop AHU
  • Industrial condenser
  • Free cooling (DC)
  • Process ventilation

Particularly suited for large rooftop AHU and data center free cooling duty.

FAQ

Is LONGWELL LWAE3G500 a true drop-in replacement for ebm-papst W3G500?
Same size class and control interface. Confirm the mounting hole pattern, inlet ring diameter and shaft height against the dimensioned drawing on the LONGWELL LWAE3G500 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 LWAE3G500 compare on efficiency to W3G500?
LONGWELL does not publish a single peak-efficiency figure for the LWAE3G500. 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 W3G500 requires 14–22 weeks ex-works due to ongoing allocation. LONGWELL LWAE3G500 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 Ø500 mm inventory.
What's the cost delta?
At equivalent specification (same Ø, same airflow/Pa, same IP, same control), LONGWELL LWAE3G500 typically lands at 40–55% below ebm-papst W3G500 ex-works pricing. Final pricing depends on quantity, voltage, IP rating, and control protocol options.
What applications is LWAE3G500 typically used for?
LWAE3G500 is widely deployed across Large rooftop AHU, industrial condenser, data center free cooling, process ventilation. Particularly suited for large rooftop AHU and data center free cooling duty.

Replace your W3G500 — 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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