Fan Speed Control

Matching fan speed to real demand is the biggest energy lever in ventilation. This tag collects control-interface guides (0-10V, PWM, RS485 Modbus), multi-fan coordination strategies, VFD vs EC comparisons and integration notes for building automation systems.

Dual-speed AC inline duct fan for 125mm ducting
By longwell / May 26, 2026 / Engineering Case Studies

Dual-Speed AC Inline Duct Fan for an OEM Ventilation Line

The customer wanted two speeds, not infinite speeds. That single disti...

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EC cross-flow fan for a commercial fan coil unit
By longwell / May 26, 2026 / Engineering Case Studies

Two EC Cross-Flow Fans for an OEM Fan Coil Range: 850 m3/h

The obvious answer was a longer version of the small fan. The quieter ...

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12V DC cross-flow fan with protective grille for electronics cooling
By longwell / May 25, 2026 / Engineering Case Studies

12V DC Cross-Flow Fan Uprated to 125 m3/h with PWM Control

The customer needed 30% more airflow from the same envelope. The motor...

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HVAC ventilation accessories including controllers, grilles and dampers
By longwell / May 21, 2026 / Engineering Case Studies

HVAC Ventilation Accessories on One Order: 12 Part Numbers

Twelve part numbers, over 1,800 pieces, one purchase order. Nothing he...

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Cross-flow fan built for a non-standard DC voltage rail of 26.5V
By longwell / May 20, 2026 / Engineering Case Studies

When Your DC Rail Is Not 24V: A 26.5V Cross-Flow Fan

Your supply is 26.5V and every fan on the market is rated 24V. Here is...

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Fixed-speed DC fan, 24V backward curved, for OEM ventilation
By longwell / May 20, 2026 / Engineering Case Studies

A Fixed-Speed DC Fan Made by Removing Features, Not Adding Them

The customer asked us to take something out. Firmware locked, two wire...

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Quiet inline duct fan, 100mm plastic EC, rated 28 dB(A)
By longwell / May 16, 2026 / Engineering Case Studies

28 dB(A) From an Inline Duct Fan: Where the Quiet Comes From

A 28 dB(A) rating sells the fan. What actually keeps a grow room quiet...

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Four-speed fan coil motor built for a 50Hz to 60Hz motor conversion
By longwell / May 16, 2026 / Engineering Case Studies

Converting a 50Hz Motor to 60Hz Without Changing the Speed

Run a 50Hz motor on 60Hz and it speeds up 20%. Keeping the speeds iden...

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EC fan speed controller with manual knob and 0-10V output
By longwell / May 15, 2026 / Engineering Case Studies

Why a Speed Controller Powered From Mains Beat One Powered by the Fan

Two controllers, same output signal. The difference is where they get ...

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dc cross flow for 3d printing
By longwell / May 15, 2026 / Engineering Case Studies

LWCD-30190MN-07 24V DC Cross-Flow Fan for 3D Printer

An OEM developing a 3D printer required a 24V DC cross-flow fan for hi...

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