Finder 7F.03.0.000.1000 – Outdoor Exhaust Filter, Size 1, IP54
The Finder 7F.03.0.000.1000 is a compact outdoor exhaust filter for electrical enclosures, designed to support ventilation while helping protect sensitive electrical components from dust and environmental contaminants. Part of the Finder 7F Series, this passive ventilation accessory is suitable for industrial control cabinets, electrical switchboards and automation enclosures.
Designed for outdoor applications, the Finder 7F.03.0.000.1000 features an IP54 protection rating, a durable plastic housing and a replaceable synthetic fibre filter mat. Its louvred cover supports airflow through the enclosure while helping limit the entry of dust and splashing water when correctly installed.
This Size 1 exhaust filter is designed for a nominal 92 × 92 mm panel cut-out and is compatible with corresponding Finder 7F Series Size 1 filter fan arrangements, including the 7F.30 outdoor filter fan range.
Unlike an electrically powered filter fan, the Finder 7F.03.0.000.1000 is a passive exhaust filter. It contains no motor and requires no electrical supply, making it a practical solution for establishing a filtered air outlet in an appropriately designed enclosure ventilation system.
Key Advantages
- Designed for outdoor electrical enclosures and demanding industrial environments.
- IP54 protection rating helps protect against dust ingress and splashing water when correctly installed.
- Size 1 construction provides a compact solution for smaller electrical cabinets.
- 92 × 92 mm nominal mounting cut-out supports straightforward panel integration.
- Replaceable synthetic fibre filter mat simplifies routine maintenance.
- Passive ventilation design requires no electrical connection or power supply.
- Louvred housing supports controlled airflow through the cabinet opening.
- Self-extinguishing plastic construction supports use in industrial electrical installations.
- Compact installation depth helps conserve internal enclosure space.
- Compatible with Finder Size 1 filter fan systems for balanced enclosure ventilation.
- Suitable for wall mounting in electrical cabinets and switchboards.
- Easy access to the filter mat supports inspection and replacement.
- IK08 impact protection provides resistance to mechanical impacts.
- Grey industrial finish complements common electrical enclosure designs.
Key Features
- Finder 7F Series exhaust filter.
- Type 7F.03 for outdoor use.
- Size 1 enclosure ventilation accessory.
- IP54 ingress protection.
- IK08 impact resistance.
- 92 × 92 mm nominal panel cut-out.
- Grey RAL 7000 housing.
- Self-extinguishing plastic housing.
- Replaceable synthetic fibre filter mat.
- G3 filter classification according to EN 779.
- Approximately 80–90% stated filtration efficiency under the manufacturer's specified filter classification conditions.
- Progressive filter fibre construction.
- Filter material temperature resistance up to +100 °C.
- −30 to +55 °C ambient operating temperature range.
- Passive operation without a fan motor.
- No electrical supply required.
- Low-profile louvred enclosure cover.
- Suitable for matching Size 1 filter fan arrangements.
- Designed for straightforward installation and maintenance.
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: Finder
- Series: 7F Series
- Type: 7F.03
- Model: 7F.03.0.000.1000
- Product type: Outdoor exhaust filter
- Application: Electrical enclosure ventilation
- Installation environment: Outdoor applications
- Filter size: Size 1
- Nominal panel cut-out: 92 × 92 mm
- Panel cut-out tolerance: +1.0 mm
- Housing material: Plastic
- Housing fire classification: UL94 V-0
- Housing colour: Grey RAL 7000
- Filter material: Synthetic fibre
- Filter classification: G3 according to EN 779
- Stated filtration efficiency: 80–90% under specified conditions
- Filter mat construction: Progressive synthetic fibre
- Filter mat flame classification: Class F1 according to DIN 53438
- Filter material temperature resistance: Up to +100 °C
- Ambient operating temperature: −30 to +55 °C
- Ingress protection: IP54 according to EN 60529
- Impact protection: IK08
- North American enclosure classification: NEMA Type 3R, subject to applicable installation requirements
- Ventilation method: Passive exhaust airflow
- Electrical supply: Not required
- Integrated fan motor: No
- Replaceable filter mat: Yes
- Compatible replacement filter mat: Finder 07F.15
- Compatible ventilation range: Finder 7F Series Size 1 filter fans
- Mounting method: Enclosure wall or panel mounting
- Country of origin: Italy
- Compliance: CE, UKCA and RoHS
How the Finder 7F.03 Outdoor Exhaust Filter Works
The Finder 7F.03.0.000.1000 provides a filtered ventilation opening for an electrical enclosure.
In a typical forced-ventilation installation, a separate filter fan introduces air into the cabinet. As the incoming air moves through the enclosure, it helps remove heat generated by electrical and electronic equipment.
The warm air then exits through the exhaust filter, helping establish a controlled airflow path between the inlet and outlet.
The Finder 7F.03.0.000.1000 contains a synthetic fibre filter mat that helps limit the passage of airborne contaminants through the ventilation opening.
Because the unit is passive, it does not generate airflow independently. The actual ventilation performance depends on the fan arrangement, enclosure design, filter condition and pressure losses throughout the system.
IP54 Protection for Outdoor Electrical Cabinets
The Finder 7F.03.0.000.1000 is specifically designed for outdoor enclosure ventilation.
Its IP54 rating indicates protection against harmful dust ingress and water splashing from different directions, under the relevant test conditions.
The louvred housing and filter assembly help maintain the enclosure's ventilation function while providing a protective barrier against environmental contaminants.
The unit also offers IK08 impact resistance, making it suitable for installations where the enclosure ventilation components may be exposed to incidental mechanical impacts.
The stated protection ratings depend on correct installation. The exhaust filter must be fitted in accordance with Finder's instructions, and the completed electrical enclosure must be assessed for its required environmental protection.
IP54 protection does not mean that the unit is waterproof or suitable for immersion, high-pressure washing or every possible outdoor exposure condition.
Replaceable G3 Synthetic Fibre Filter Mat
The Finder 7F.03.0.000.1000 incorporates a replaceable synthetic fibre filter mat, designed to help prevent airborne dust and debris from passing freely through the cabinet ventilation opening.
The filter material has a G3 classification according to EN 779, with a stated filtration efficiency of approximately 80–90% under the manufacturer's specified conditions.
Its progressive fibre construction supports dust capture while allowing air to pass through the filter.
The filter material is also designed to withstand temperatures up to +100 °C and has a Class F1 flame classification according to DIN 53438.
For routine maintenance, the filter mat can be replaced without replacing the complete exhaust filter assembly.
The compatible replacement mat for this Size 1 exhaust filter is the Finder 07F.15.
Compatibility with Finder 7F Series Filter Fans
The Finder 7F.03.0.000.1000 is intended for use in appropriately designed enclosure ventilation systems, including those incorporating corresponding Finder 7F Series Size 1 filter fans.
The manufacturer's product range identifies compatibility with the following Size 1 ventilation arrangements:
- Finder 7F.30 outdoor filter fans in the corresponding Size 1 configuration.
- Finder 7F.20 indoor filter fans in corresponding Size 1 configurations where the overall installation conditions permit.
- Finder 07F.15 replacement filter mat for ongoing maintenance.
For effective enclosure cooling, Finder recommends selecting an exhaust filter size that matches the filter fan size.
The correct airflow arrangement should be selected according to the heat generated inside the enclosure, ambient temperature, available mounting positions and required environmental protection.
Installation and Maintenance Considerations
The Finder 7F.03.0.000.1000 is designed for mounting into a suitable electrical enclosure wall or panel using a 92 × 92 mm nominal cut-out.
Its compact Size 1 construction helps reduce the space required for cabinet ventilation, making it useful where available panel area is limited.
The exhaust filter should be positioned to establish an effective airflow path with the associated ventilation fan. In many enclosure designs, the inlet and outlet are positioned apart to encourage air circulation across heat-producing components.
The filter mat should be inspected periodically and replaced when contamination begins to restrict airflow.
Maintenance intervals depend on the surrounding environment. Cabinets installed in dusty industrial areas may require more frequent inspection than those in relatively clean locations.
Because the Finder 7F.03.0.000.1000 is a passive accessory, it requires no electrical wiring or power supply.
Typical Applications
- Outdoor electrical control cabinets.
- Industrial automation enclosures.
- Electrical distribution and switchboard ventilation.
- Machinery control panels.
- Building services electrical enclosures.
- Industrial process control cabinets.
- Outdoor instrumentation enclosures.
- Manufacturing and production equipment.
- Telecommunications and control equipment cabinets.
- Electrical cabinets requiring filtered exhaust airflow.
- OEM machinery and panel manufacturing.
- Industrial installations using Finder 7F Series filter fans.
- Ventilation systems requiring a compact Size 1 exhaust filter.
