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PFP The compact lightweight

PFP The compact lightweight
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PFP The compact lightweight

Product catalog summary
Introduction
The document is a technical catalogue for the PFP range of plug-fans by Nicotra Gebhardt, designed for HVAC&R systems. These fans are compact, lightweight, and feature advanced motor technology, ensuring high efficiency and compliance with European regulations.
Specifications
The PFP fans use external-rotor motors with neodymium magnets, achieving IE5 efficiency. They range from 280 mm to 500 mm in size, with both single-phase and three-phase options, designed to meet European efficiency standards.
Performance and Efficiency
The fans offer high static efficiency and low power consumption, with a modular design for easy installation and maintenance. They comply with ErP regulations and are made from recyclable materials.
Advanced Motor Technology
The motors are compact and capable of high speeds, featuring sensorless technology and active power factor control for reliable operation and minimal harmonic distortion.
Operating Modes
The fans support PID control and Master & Slave configurations for precise control. They can be configured via Modbus or analogue inputs, with settings stored in Eprom registers.
Updates and Compliance
Recent updates include a new part-numbering system and upgraded IP protection. The fans comply with EN 61800-3 and EN 61000-6-2 standards for industrial environments.
Conclusion
The PFP range offers high efficiency, ease of installation, and compliance with regulations, providing detailed specifications and performance data for HVAC&R applications.
Performance Data
Performance metrics are provided for various fan speeds, including flow rate, static pressure, power consumption, and efficiency, illustrated in tables and graphs.
Standards and Testing
Testing follows ISO 5801:2007 standards, ensuring reliable performance data, with compliance to Tier II (2015) standards.
Installation and Maintenance
Guidelines for disassembly, recycling, and maintenance are available online, with resources for easy integration and maintenance.
Noise and Protection
Sound power levels and protection classes (IP 54, Insulation Class F) are specified, with thermal protection details and a temperature range of -20°C to +40°C (up to +50°C).
Product Updates
Some fan models have been renumbered or replaced with new designs, with details in the Corrigendum 2021.
3-Phase Models
The range includes 3-phase models with BL130 motors, offering up to 2.6 kW input power, with plans for higher-torque motors.
Specifications and Compliance
The fans have an IP55 protection grade and comply with EMC requirements for class C2 power-drive systems, suitable for professional installation in industrial environments.
Operational Features
The drivers use sensorless technology for reliability, with continuous speed control and advanced protection features.
Advanced Features
New drivers introduce frequency-range skip and flying start capabilities, suitable for 50 or 60 Hz networks.
Software and Interface
The "Fan Configurator" software offers a flexible interface for monitoring and configuration, with an extended analogue interface for alarm signals.
Specifications of PFP 2.6 kW 3-Phase Range
The fan features a direct-driven design with a high-efficiency impeller and motor, complying with EMC requirements and featuring a patented cooling system.
Updates
Since 2020, the protection grade was upgraded to IP55, with a new part-numbering system and model updates for easier installation.
Performance Data
Performance diagrams show fan performance under standard conditions, tested according to ISO 5801:2007 standards.
Specifications
- Compliance: Reg. 327/11/EC
- Protection Class: IP 55
- Insulation Class: F
- Thermal Protection: Integral
- Temperature Range: -20°C to +40(+50)°C
- Maximum Current: 8.4 A
- Voltage: 400 V, 3-phase, 50-60 Hz
- Power Input: 5.5 kW
- Manufactured by: Regal Beloit Italy S.p.A.
Performance Data
- Performance is measured at various RPMs, with data on flow rate, static pressure, power input, and efficiency.
- Sound power levels are provided for different configurations and RPMs.
- Performance is tested according to ISO 5801:2007 standards.
Procedures and Testing
- Testing conducted in AMCA-registered laboratories.
- Data is not certified by AMCA.
- Performance data refers to standard air density of 1.20 kg/m³.
- Installation type "A" with free inlet and outlet is used for testing.
Recycling and Maintenance
- Information on disassembly, recycling, and disposal is available online.
- Guidelines for optimal installation, use, and maintenance are provided.
Graphs and Tables
- Graphs illustrate flow rate vs. static pressure, efficiency, and power consumption.
- Tables provide detailed sound power levels across different frequencies and RPMs.
Specifications
- Protection Class: IP 55
- Insulation Class: F
- Thermal Protection: Integral
- Temperature Range: -20°C to +40(+50)°C
- Maximum Current: 6.6 A
Performance Data
- Performance is measured at various RPMs, with data on airflow, static pressure, power input, and efficiency.
- Sound power levels are provided for different configurations and RPMs.
Installation Type
- Type "A": Free inlet, free outlet.
Testing Information
- Conducted by Regal Beloit Italy SpA in test chamber AMCA-50000.
- Date of test: November 2020.
- Standard air density: 1.20 kg/m3.
Application Considerations
- Proper selection and application of products are the customer's responsibility.
- Operating conditions and environments can significantly affect performance.
- Technical advice is provided in good faith without liability.
Contact Information
- Regal Beloit Italy S.p.A., Via Modena, 18, 24040 Zingonia (BG), Italy.
- Phone: +39 035 873 111, Fax: +39 035 884 319
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.nicotra-gebhardt.com
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Catalog excerpts

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PFP Catalogue Package: assembled 2021-10-21 PFP 1-Phase BL130 Catalogue Ed. 2.4 - 2018-07-18(Upd.2021) PFP 3-Phase BL130 Catalogue Ed. 1.3 - 2018-10-11(Upd.2021) Corrigendum 2021 to PFP Catalogues - 2021-06-25 PFP 3-Phase BL178 Catalogue Ed.2.0 - 2021-10-21

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Compact and Lightweight The compact plug-fan, driven by a built-in external rotor motor, has taken a leading position in the market for fans intended for integration in air conditioning and ventilation equipment. Most other plug fan ranges, driven by external-rotor permanent-magnet motors are, comfortably compliant with the curfor products intended for installation and use within the EU. Nicotra Gebhardt has led this market with its high-end airfoil RLE plug fan, featuring the revolutionary EVO impeller in combination with external-rotor EC motors. The PFP range, combining advanced technology...

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Advanced Motor Technology Although incorporating advanced technical solutions, the PFP is conceived to provide, in a simple package, a competitive perfor- The PFP drive system draws its technology from the advanced sys- Purchase cost: • the PFP fan is engineered for fast-rate and cost• the PFP fan already incorporates the motor and an advanced driver: no need for additional and separate supplies. Installation cost: • no manpower is needed to assemble fan, motor and driver. The compact external-rotor motors use high-intensity neodymium magnets, reducing the size of the motors while, at the by...

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The currently available PFP range covers fan sizes from 280 mm up to 500mm, with one size of on-board single-phase driver, having nominal input power of 1.35 kW. The range is receiving a considerable extension in 2018, with the release of the first 3-Phase driver, a compact 2.4 kW unit, which will then be followed by a further step in power, to 4.0 kW, by the end of the year. PFP: Performance range with 1.35 kW Single-phase integrated drivers, in production. Performance data referring to: Standard air density r= 1.20 kg / m3 Installation type "A": free inlet, free outlet PFP: Performance range...

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The PFP fans, whichever size or motor variant, are available in 1. of motorized impeller and matching inlet nozzle, loose, for installation in the customer’s supporting structure. 2. Fully-assembled unit with the motor and impeller sustained on a supporting bracket, which holds the inlet nozzle. In both cases, the assembly of motor and impeller is dynamically single pressure probe, to allow the measurement of the volume four anti-vibration mounts, with horizontal axis, is currently under deve development.

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Advanced Operating Modes PFP models, have a maximum electrical input power of 1.35 kW and incorporate an advanced active input stage, providing power factor control (power factor is continuously adjusted to unity). The smart drivers can provide advanced functions, extending way beyond the simple speed control and safety monitoring. the use of a dedicated software for PC and an USB-RS485 interface cable: no need for any additional, plug-in hardware. for harmonic distortion, like those which often apply to data centres. speed setting, which can normally be assigned in three The resulting drive...

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Pressure Transducer Another group of selectable operating modes is providing PID control, using one of the analogue input channels for the measurement of a status variable with an external sensor, e.g. a value of pressure or temperature, or a concentration of CO2 in the air, which can be kept to a desired value The PFP drivers are provided with two separate analovoltage from an external transducer, and the second for an input from a potentiometer or from another external 0-10Vdc voltage source, providing the target value. As an alternative, the target value for the PID may also be set via the...

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Update: The 6-10 character part-numbering system, used to assign the part numbers to the products shown in this table, was superseded, in 2019, by a new, 16-character structured coding system, and some of the A3 fan models have also been replaced by new designs, with the same performance but having a larger base-plate, for ease of installation. Please consult the Corrigendum 2021, for additional information on these changes to the standard PFP product range.

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Update: Since 2020, the IP protection grade of the PFP fan models with BL 130 motors was upgraded to IP55, according to IEC 60529, both with the motor running or stationary, under condition that the cable glands and the cover lid are properly secured, and that any unused cable gland is closed with the sealing-plug provided.

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Type: PFP A3-0280 1.35kW 1Ph Motor: 1416F0 Power: Poles: Voltage: Supply: Frequency: Capacitor: Protection Cl.: Insulation Cl.: Thermal prot.: Temp. Min: Temp. Max: Current Max: Performance data referring to: Standard air density = 1.20 kg / m3 Installation type "B": free inlet, ducted outlet Sound Power Levels shown are Inlet-side LWA(B,in+cas), A-weighted, in dBA Integral speed-control by On-board Integral Driver 1500 1400 Performance referred to the best efficiency duty point Static Efficiency Compl. with Reg. 327/11/EC: Tier II (2015) Overall Efficiency ( x Cc) [%]: 56.8 A Measurement category:...

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NOISE DATA WIRING DIAGRAM Note: This fan model was re-numbered 6PA0015ZZ0000000 Note: This fan model was replaced by a new mechanical design, identified as 6PA0035ZZ0000000 . Please consult the Corrigendum 2021 for additional details.

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Type: PFP A3-0315 1.35kW 1Ph Motor: 1416F0 Power: Poles: Voltage: Supply: Frequency: Capacitor: Protection Cl.: Insulation Cl.: Thermal prot.: Temp. Min: Temp. Max: Current Max: Performance data referring to: Standard air density = 1.20 kg / m3 Installation type "B": free inlet, ducted outlet Sound Power Levels shown are Inlet-side LWA(B,in+cas), A-weighted, in dBA Integral speed-control by On-board Integral Driver ErP Data acc. to Reg. 327/11/CE Performance referred to the best efficiency duty point Static Efficiency Compl. with Reg. 327/11/EC: Tier II (2015) Overall Efficiency ( x Cc) [%]:...

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