Introduction
The Big Ass Fan catalog details various fan models designed for industrial and commercial settings to enhance air circulation and thermal comfort. These fans move large volumes of air slowly, improving cooling in summer and redistributing warm air in winter for energy savings.
Industrial FansIndustrial fans range from 1.8 m to 7.3 m in diameter, featuring a wickerbill foil design for enhanced air movement. They replace multiple standard fans, offering significant air displacement and coverage. Key specifications include motor power, gear ratio, foil length, weight, and air displacement rates.
Commercial FansCommercial fans share sizes and specifications with industrial fans but include custom features like hub coverings and powder-coated airfoils. Suitable for high-ceilinged commercial facilities, they can be customized with logos and colors.
Special Application Fans
These include a compact 1.8 m fan for tight spaces and a 2.4 m vertical fan for environments where ceiling installation is impractical, also used in agricultural settings.
Fan Control
Fan controllers feature advanced options such as variable frequency drives, temperature control, and PC connectivity, designed for efficient operation in various voltage and phase configurations.
Mounting Hardware
Includes powder-coated steel components designed to fit various beam sizes, with features like spacers for thick beams and universal fan mounts.
Fan Placement
Guidelines suggest optimal spacing and minimum height from the ceiling deck to maximize air circulation and energy efficiency, reducing effective temperatures in summer and saving on utility bills in winter.
Conclusion
The catalog highlights the efficiency and versatility of Big Ass Fans in improving air quality and energy savings across different environments.
Overview
The document provides technical specifications and guidelines for Big Ass Fans models N-8 through N-24, covering airflow dynamics, fan sizing, product specifications, and installation requirements.
Airflow Dynamics
Describes how a fan creates a cylindrical column of air that turns into a horizontal jet, radiating outwards to create convection-like air currents. Multiple fans can mimic the effect of a single fan in large spaces.
Fan Sizing
A table helps determine the maximum fan size based on unobstructed area dimensions, using the Pythagorean Theorem to calculate the maximum fan size between fixtures.
Product Specifications- Complete Unit: Fans are designed to move maximum air with minimal power, with power supply varying by model.
- Airfoils: Made of precision extruded aluminum alloy, each fan has ten airfoils with a "Wickerbill" for enhanced performance.
- Motor: Specifications vary by model, including horsepower, voltage, and thermal protection.
- Gear Reducer: Features a Stöber C-Style MGS Helical Gear Reducer for low noise and long service life.
- Mounting and Safety: Details on fan mounts, guy wires, and safety cabling ensure secure installation.
- Fan Controller: Equipped with a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) for soft-start and speed control, housed in a Nema type 1 enclosure.
Ancillary Information- Workmanship: Emphasizes good construction practices, with no need for balancing foils and filleted welding joints.
- Documentation: Operating and maintenance instructions are provided with each fan.
- Warranty: Lifetime warranty on airfoils and hub, with specific terms for motor and controller components.