Finder 7F.30.8.230.2055 – 230 V AC Outdoor Filter Fan, Size 2, 55 m³/h, IP54
The Finder 7F.30.8.230.2055 is a 230 V AC outdoor filter fan designed to provide forced ventilation for electrical enclosures, industrial control cabinets and switchboards. Part of the Finder 7F Series, this Size 2 fan helps manage heat generated by electrical and electronic equipment while supporting protection against dust and environmental exposure.
Featuring a nominal 55 m³/h free-air volume at 50 Hz, the Finder 7F.30.8.230.2055 is designed for standard-flow intake ventilation. It draws external air through a replaceable filter mat and introduces it into the electrical enclosure, helping displace warmer internal air through a suitable exhaust opening.
Its IP54 ingress protection, IK08 impact resistance and NEMA Type 3R classification make it particularly suitable for appropriately designed outdoor electrical cabinet installations. The fan also features a compact 155 × 155 mm front housing, a 125 × 125 mm nominal panel cut-out and a convenient push-in electrical connection.
With its robust construction, straightforward installation and replaceable filter element, this Finder outdoor filter fan is a practical choice for electrical engineers, industrial automation specialists, panel builders and maintenance professionals.
Key Advantages
- Designed for outdoor applications in suitable electrical enclosures and control cabinets.
- 230 V AC operation supports standard industrial and UK electrical supply arrangements.
- 55 m³/h free-air volume at 50 Hz provides forced ventilation for appropriately sized enclosures.
- IP54 protection helps limit harmful dust ingress and splashing water.
- IK08 impact resistance supports use in demanding industrial environments.
- NEMA Type 3R classification supports appropriately installed outdoor enclosure applications.
- Size 2 construction balances ventilation performance with compact dimensions.
- 155 × 155 mm front housing fits suitable industrial enclosure designs.
- Replaceable filter mat simplifies routine maintenance.
- Push-in electrical terminals support convenient wiring.
- Low-noise operation with a published noise level of approximately 42 dB(A).
- 50,000-hour nominal service life at the manufacturer's specified 40 °C reference condition.
- −30 to +55 °C ambient operating range supports demanding installation conditions.
- Tool-free maintenance features help reduce servicing time.
Key Features
- Finder 7F Series enclosure filter fan.
- Type 7F.30 for outdoor applications.
- Size 2 fan and filter assembly.
- Standard-flow intake ventilation.
- 230 V AC nominal supply voltage.
- 50/60 Hz operating frequency.
- 55 m³/h free-air volume at 50 Hz.
- 63 m³/h free-air volume at 60 Hz.
- Approximately 45.5 m³/h filtered airflow under the applicable published test configuration.
- Approximately 29–30 W rated input power at the specified operating condition.
- IP54 ingress protection.
- IK08 impact protection.
- NEMA Type 3R classification.
- 155 × 155 mm front housing.
- 125 × 125 mm nominal mounting cut-out.
- Approximately 42 dB(A) noise level.
- Push-in electrical connection.
- Replaceable synthetic fibre filter mat.
- Suitable for enclosure wall or panel mounting.
- Designed for outdoor electrical cabinet thermal management.
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: Finder
- Series: 7F Series
- Type: 7F.30
- Manufacturer part number: 7F.30.8.230.2055
- Product type: Outdoor filter fan
- Application: Electrical enclosure ventilation
- Ventilation direction: Standard-flow intake
- Fan size: Size 2
- Nominal operating voltage: 230 V AC
- Supply type: AC
- Frequency: 50/60 Hz
- Free-air volume at 50 Hz: 55 m³/h
- Free-air volume at 60 Hz: 63 m³/h
- Free-air volume at 50 Hz in imperial units: Approximately 32.4 CFM
- Published filtered airflow: Approximately 45.5 m³/h, depending on test configuration
- Nominal input power: Approximately 29–30 W
- Nominal operating current: Approximately 130 mA at the stated reference condition
- Front housing width: 155 mm
- Front housing height: 155 mm
- Nominal panel cut-out: 125 × 125 mm
- Panel cut-out tolerance: +1.0 mm
- Ingress protection: IP54
- Impact protection: IK08
- North American enclosure classification: NEMA Type 3R
- Ambient operating temperature: −30 to +55 °C
- Noise emission: Approximately 42 dB(A)
- Nominal service life: 50,000 hours at 40 °C
- Bearing type: Ball bearing
- Electrical connection: Push-in terminals
- Housing colour: Grey RAL 7000
- Filter element: Replaceable
- Mounting: Enclosure wall or panel
- Corresponding outdoor exhaust filter: Finder 7F.03.0.000.2000
- EAN: 8012823447797
- Country of origin: Italy
- Compliance: CE, UKCA and RoHS
How the Finder 7F.30 Outdoor Filter Fan Works
The Finder 7F.30.8.230.2055 provides forced intake ventilation for electrical enclosures.
When the fan is energised, its electric motor draws air from outside the cabinet through the filter assembly and introduces it into the enclosure.
The incoming air circulates through the cabinet, helping remove heat generated by components such as power supplies, contactors, relays, controllers, transformers and electronic equipment.
As fresh air enters, warmer internal air is displaced through a suitable exhaust opening, establishing a controlled airflow path.
The fan provides a nominal 55 m³/h free-air volume at 50 Hz. This represents airflow under free-flow conditions rather than a guaranteed value for every installed cabinet.
Actual ventilation performance depends on filter condition, cabinet layout, exhaust opening resistance and other factors affecting the complete airflow path.
Designed for Outdoor Electrical Enclosures
The Finder 7F.30 range is specifically intended for outdoor enclosure ventilation.
Compared with standard indoor filter fan arrangements, the outdoor range incorporates construction and protection features suitable for more demanding environmental conditions.
The IP54 rating indicates protection against harmful dust ingress and splashing water under the relevant test conditions.
The IK08 impact rating provides additional resistance to mechanical impacts, while the NEMA Type 3R classification supports suitable outdoor cabinet applications when the fan is installed correctly.
These ratings do not mean that the fan is suitable for immersion, unrestricted high-pressure washing or every possible outdoor exposure condition.
The completed enclosure must be assessed as a complete assembly, including seals, ventilation openings, cable entries and other fitted accessories.
Standard-Flow Intake Versus Reverse-Flow Exhaust Fans
The Finder 7F.30.8.230.2055 is a standard-flow outdoor filter fan designed to introduce air into an enclosure.
The corresponding Finder 7F.31 range provides reverse-flow exhaust operation for outdoor applications.
With standard intake ventilation, the fan draws external air into the cabinet and the warmer internal air exits through a separate exhaust filter.
This arrangement can help create positive pressure within the enclosure, depending on the relative airflow and resistance of the ventilation openings.
A reverse-flow fan actively extracts air from the cabinet instead.
The correct configuration depends on enclosure geometry, dust exposure, heat dissipation and the required direction of airflow.
Replaceable Filter Mat and Easy Maintenance
The Finder 7F.30.8.230.2055 includes a replaceable filter mat that helps prevent airborne dust and debris from entering the cabinet with the ventilation air.
As the fan operates, dust may gradually accumulate within the filter material.
If the filter becomes heavily contaminated, airflow resistance increases and the cooling performance of the system may be reduced.
The filter should therefore be inspected periodically and replaced when necessary.
The Finder 7F Series is designed to simplify routine maintenance, allowing the filter material to be accessed without replacing the complete fan assembly.
Maintenance frequency should reflect the surrounding environment. Outdoor industrial cabinets exposed to airborne dust, pollen or debris may require more frequent inspection than installations in cleaner locations.
230 V AC Operation for UK and Industrial Installations
The Finder 7F.30.8.230.2055 operates from a nominal 230 V AC supply at 50/60 Hz.
This makes it suitable for appropriately protected installations using standard UK nominal mains voltage.
The fan can be connected through a suitable switching or control arrangement, including a compatible enclosure thermostat.
Temperature-controlled operation allows the fan to run when the cabinet temperature reaches a selected threshold.
Electrical installation must be carried out by a competent person using suitable circuit protection and wiring methods.
The supply voltage, protective arrangements and connection details should be checked against Finder's current installation documentation before energising the fan.
Size 2 Panel Installation
The Finder 7F.30.8.230.2055 features a 155 × 155 mm front housing and is designed for installation into a suitable electrical enclosure wall.
Its Size 2 format requires a nominal 125 × 125 mm mounting cut-out, with the manufacturer's specified +1.0 mm tolerance.
The fan uses a convenient push-in electrical terminal arrangement and is designed to simplify enclosure installation and maintenance.
For effective cooling, the filter fan should be positioned to promote airflow through the cabinet rather than allowing incoming air to pass directly to the outlet without circulating around heat-producing components.
Where practical, the intake and exhaust openings should be arranged to encourage circulation across the equipment requiring cooling.
The exact mounting method, panel thickness requirements and installation clearances should be confirmed against the supplied manufacturer's instructions.
Thermal Management for Electrical Cabinets
Industrial electrical cabinets can contain numerous heat-generating components, including PLCs, power supplies, contactors, variable speed drives and electronic control modules.
Excessive internal temperatures can affect component performance and reduce long-term reliability.
The Finder 7F.30.8.230.2055 supports cabinet thermal management by introducing filtered external air to help remove accumulated heat.
Correct fan selection should consider the total heat dissipation inside the cabinet, the maximum expected ambient temperature and the permissible internal temperature.
Where the ambient temperature is equal to or higher than the desired internal cabinet temperature, ventilation alone may not provide sufficient cooling. A different thermal management approach may be required.
The fan should therefore be selected as part of a complete enclosure cooling design rather than solely by its free-air airflow rating.
Typical Applications
- Outdoor industrial electrical control cabinets.
- Electrical distribution and switchboard enclosures.
- Outdoor automation control panels.
- Industrial machinery control cabinets.
- Building services electrical enclosures.
- Outdoor instrumentation cabinets.
- Process control installations.
- Industrial infrastructure control systems.
- Electrical enclosures exposed to changing ambient conditions.
- OEM machinery and panel manufacturing.
- Control cabinets requiring filtered intake ventilation.
- Thermostat-controlled enclosure ventilation systems.
- Industrial installations using a suitable 230 V AC supply.
