Why Choose the Finder 7F.30.8.120.2055 Outdoor Filter Fan?
The Finder 7F.30.8.120.2055 is a compact, industrial-grade 120 V AC outdoor filter fan designed to provide reliable forced-air ventilation for electrical cabinets, automation panels and outdoor control enclosures. Part of the Finder Series 7F, this Size 2 filter fan combines weather-resistant construction, efficient airflow and easily replaceable filtration media to help protect temperature-sensitive electrical and electronic equipment.
Delivering a nominal free-flow air volume of 55 m³/h at 50 Hz and 63 m³/h at 60 Hz, the Finder 7F.30.8.120.2055 draws ambient air into an enclosure to help dissipate heat generated by power supplies, control devices and other electrical components. When installed with a compatible exhaust filter, the ventilation system provides nominal airflow of 40 m³/h at 50 Hz and 45.5 m³/h at 60 Hz.
Designed specifically for outdoor electrical enclosure applications, this fan features IP54 ingress protection, IK08 impact resistance and a robust weather-resistant housing. Its compact 155 × 155 mm front dimensions, 57.2 mm installation depth and replaceable filter mat make it a practical ventilation solution for industrial installations where enclosure space, environmental protection and straightforward maintenance are important.
Key Advantages
- Outdoor enclosure suitability: Designed for active ventilation of electrical cabinets exposed to outdoor environmental conditions.
- Efficient forced-air cooling: Provides 55 m³/h nominal free-flow airflow at 50 Hz to help reduce internal cabinet temperatures.
- Dual-frequency operation: Compatible with 120 V AC electrical supplies operating at 50/60 Hz.
- IP54 ingress protection: Helps protect the ventilation assembly against dust and splashing water when correctly installed.
- IK08 impact resistance: Provides mechanical protection for demanding industrial environments.
- Compact Size 2 construction: Offers effective ventilation without requiring a large enclosure mounting area.
- Low-noise performance: Nominal 42 dB(A) acoustic output supports installation in industrial working environments.
- Long operating life: A 50,000-hour lifetime rating at 40 °C supports dependable ventilation.
- Replaceable filter mat: Simplifies maintenance and helps maintain airflow performance.
- Ball-bearing fan: Supports consistent operation in industrial ventilation applications.
- Space-saving installation: The 57.2 mm installation depth helps preserve valuable cabinet space.
- Convenient servicing: Designed for time-saving installation and filter maintenance.
Key Features
- Finder Series 7F industrial enclosure ventilation product.
- Type 7F.30 outdoor standard-flow filter fan.
- Size 2 enclosure mounting configuration.
- 120 V AC nominal supply voltage.
- 50/60 Hz operating frequency.
- 55 m³/h free-flow air volume at 50 Hz.
- 63 m³/h free-flow air volume at 60 Hz.
- 40 m³/h nominal airflow at 50 Hz with a compatible exhaust filter.
- 45.5 m³/h nominal airflow at 60 Hz with a compatible exhaust filter.
- 42 dB(A) nominal noise level.
- 50,000-hour lifetime rating at 40 °C.
- IP54 ingress protection.
- IK08 mechanical impact resistance.
- 155 × 155 mm front dimensions.
- 57.2 mm installation depth.
- Ball-bearing fan construction.
- Standard airflow direction for filtered ambient air intake.
- Replaceable filter mat for routine maintenance.
- Weather-resistant housing designed for outdoor electrical enclosures.
- Suitable for integration with compatible Finder Series 7F exhaust filters.
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: Finder
- Series: 7F
- Type: 7F.30
- Manufacturer part number: 7F.30.8.120.2055
- Product category: Industrial enclosure filter fan
- Product type: Outdoor filter fan
- Airflow direction: Standard flow, filtered air intake
- Application: Outdoor electrical cabinet ventilation
- Fan size: Size 2
- Nominal supply voltage: 120 V AC
- Supply frequency: 50/60 Hz
- Free-flow air volume at 50 Hz: 55 m³/h
- Free-flow air volume at 60 Hz: 63 m³/h
- Air volume with exhaust filter at 50 Hz: 40 m³/h
- Air volume with exhaust filter at 60 Hz: 45.5 m³/h
- Nominal input power: 30 W
- Noise level: 42 dB(A)
- Fan lifetime at 40 °C: 50,000 hours
- Bearing type: Ball bearing
- Front width: 155 mm
- Front height: 155 mm
- Installation depth: 57.2 mm
- Nominal enclosure cut-out: 125 × 125 mm
- Protection rating: IP54
- Impact resistance: IK08
- Housing: Weather-resistant industrial enclosure construction
- Filter element: Replaceable filter mat
- Electrical operation: AC
- Mounting: Electrical enclosure panel mounting
- Compliance: CE, UKCA and RoHS
- Country of origin: Italy
Reliable Outdoor Electrical Enclosure Cooling and Ventilation
Outdoor electrical cabinets often contain components that generate heat during normal operation, including power supplies, PLCs, industrial communication equipment and electronic controllers. Without adequate ventilation, internal temperatures may rise and affect equipment reliability. The Finder 7F.30.8.120.2055 helps address this requirement by drawing filtered ambient air into the enclosure, supporting a controlled airflow path when paired with a suitably positioned exhaust filter.
The fan's 55/63 m³/h nominal free-flow capacity provides ventilation for compact and medium-sized electrical cabinets, while its IP54 protection and IK08 impact resistance support outdoor-oriented industrial applications. The replaceable filter mat allows routine maintenance without replacing the complete fan assembly, helping minimise downtime and maintain cooling efficiency.
For effective thermal management, the fan should be selected according to the enclosure's heat dissipation, expected ambient temperature and permissible internal temperature rise. Actual airflow depends on the installed ventilation arrangement, exhaust filter, enclosure resistance and filter condition. Regular inspection and cleaning or replacement of the filtration media help maintain consistent performance.
Typical Applications
- Outdoor electrical cabinets: Filtered ventilation for industrial electrical equipment installed in exposed environments.
- Automation control panels: Cooling of PLCs, relays, power supplies and associated control devices.
- Industrial machinery: Forced-air ventilation of machine control enclosures.
- Telecommunications cabinets: Air circulation for outdoor communications and networking equipment.
- Utility infrastructure: Ventilation of electrical control cabinets used in infrastructure installations.
- Process control equipment: Thermal management of instrumentation and automation systems.
- Electrical distribution assemblies: Ventilation for compatible outdoor electrical enclosures.
- OEM equipment: Integration into machinery and equipment requiring filtered air intake.
- Monitoring and control stations: Cooling of electronic systems housed in outdoor cabinets.
- Industrial enclosure ventilation systems: Use with compatible Finder Series 7F exhaust filters.
