Why Choose the Finder 7F.30.8.230.3100 Outdoor Filter Fan?
The Finder 7F.30.8.230.3100 is a reliable 230 V AC standard flow filter fan for outdoor electrical cabinets and industrial enclosures, designed to provide effective ventilation and thermal management for electrical and electronic equipment. As part of the Finder 7F Series enclosure ventilation range, this filter fan combines forced-air cooling with weather-resistant construction for demanding industrial installations.
The 7F.30 outdoor filter fan series is designed to introduce filtered air into electrical enclosures, helping dissipate heat generated by power supplies, PLCs, motor controllers and other industrial components. Its replaceable filter mat, robust plastic housing and convenient mounting arrangement simplify installation and routine maintenance. The fan provides IP54 and IK08 protection, supporting use in appropriately designed outdoor electrical enclosures.
With a 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz supply, a nominal free-flow air volume of 100/115 m³/h and a Size 3 mounting format, the Finder 7F.30.8.230.3100 is suitable for outdoor control cabinets, electrical distribution equipment and industrial automation systems requiring dependable forced-air ventilation.
Key Advantages
- Outdoor-rated standard flow filter fan designed for electrical enclosure ventilation.
- 100/115 m³/h nominal free-flow airflow at 50/60 Hz.
- 230 V AC operating voltage compatible with industrial electrical supplies.
- IP54 protection rating helps protect against dust and water ingress when correctly installed.
- IK08 impact resistance supports durability in demanding environments.
- Replaceable filter mat simplifies routine maintenance.
- Weather-resistant construction supports suitable outdoor enclosure applications.
- Compact Size 3 design enables installation in industrial control cabinets.
- Low-noise operation with a nominal acoustic level of 42 dB(A).
- Tool-free installation and maintenance features help reduce servicing time.
Key Features
- Finder 7F Series industrial enclosure filter fan.
- 7F.30 standard airflow configuration for outdoor applications.
- 230 V AC nominal supply voltage.
- 50/60 Hz operating frequency.
- 100 m³/h nominal free-flow air volume at 50 Hz.
- 115 m³/h nominal free-flow air volume at 60 Hz.
- 75/85.5 m³/h airflow with exhaust filter installed at 50/60 Hz.
- Size 3 enclosure mounting format.
- 177 × 177 mm nominal mounting cut-out.
- 209 × 209 × 80.2 mm overall dimensions.
- IP54 ingress protection rating.
- IK08 mechanical impact protection.
- Ball-bearing fan construction.
- 42 dB(A) nominal noise level.
- Push-in electrical terminals for convenient wiring.
- Replaceable filtration media for straightforward servicing.
- Grey plastic enclosure housing.
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: Finder
- Series: 7F Series
- Model: 7F.30.8.230.3100
- Manufacturer part number: 7F.30.8.230.3100
- Product type: Outdoor standard flow filter fan
- Airflow configuration: Standard flow / filtered air intake
- Rated supply voltage: 230 V AC
- Supply frequency: 50/60 Hz
- Free-flow air volume at 50 Hz: 100 m³/h
- Free-flow air volume at 60 Hz: 115 m³/h
- Airflow with exhaust filter at 50 Hz: 75 m³/h
- Airflow with exhaust filter at 60 Hz: 85.5 m³/h
- Power consumption: 25/29 W at 50/60 Hz
- Rated current: 0.11/0.13 A at 50/60 Hz
- Fan type: Axial
- Bearing type: Ball bearing
- Enclosure size: Size 3
- Dimensions (H × W × D): 209 × 209 × 80.2 mm
- Nominal mounting cut-out: 177 × 177 mm
- Installation depth: 71.2 mm
- Ingress protection: IP54
- Impact protection: IK08
- Nominal acoustic noise: 42 dB(A)
- Operating ambient temperature: −30 to +55 °C
- Housing material: Plastic
- Housing colour: Grey, RAL 7000
- Electrical connection: Push-in terminals
- Mounting type: Electrical enclosure sidewall mounting
- Installation environment: Outdoor electrical enclosures
- Compliance: RoHS, CE and UKCA
Reliable Ventilation for Outdoor Electrical Cabinets
Outdoor electrical enclosures containing power supplies, PLCs, motor drives, contactors and other automation components can experience elevated internal temperatures during operation. Heat generated by electrical equipment, combined with external environmental conditions, can affect equipment performance and reliability. The Finder 7F.30.8.230.3100 outdoor filter fan supports thermal management by introducing filtered air into the enclosure and promoting the removal of accumulated heat through a suitable exhaust arrangement.
The Finder 7F.30 Series is specifically developed for outdoor electrical enclosure applications, with construction designed to withstand demanding environmental conditions. Its IP54 ingress protection, IK08 impact resistance, replaceable filtration media and low-noise operation make it suitable for industrial installations where reliable ventilation and convenient maintenance are important. For optimum performance, the filter fan should be paired with a correctly sized exhaust filter and installed in accordance with the enclosure's ventilation requirements.
Typical Applications
- Outdoor electrical cabinets and control enclosures.
- Industrial automation and PLC control panels.
- Electrical distribution and switchgear cabinets.
- Motor control and variable frequency drive enclosures.
- Outdoor machinery and equipment control systems.
- Industrial power supply and electronic equipment cabinets.
- Infrastructure and utility control enclosures.
- Manufacturing and process automation installations.
- Machine-building and OEM electrical equipment.
- Industrial enclosure ventilation and thermal management systems.
