This article's table of contents introduction:

- Detailed Specification Breakdown
- Likely Applications for This Spec
- Critical Questions for the Manufacturer
- Example Ordering Code (for reference)
- Summary
This sounds like a specification for a custom Industrial Centrifugal Fan (often called a "squirrel cage" or "blower" fan). You are combining several specific parameters that require a custom-built or heavily modified standard unit.
Here is a breakdown of what these specifications mean and what you need to consider when sourcing or building this fan.
Detailed Specification Breakdown
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1450 RPM (Rotations Per Minute):
- This is the lowest standard synchronous speed for a 4-pole AC motor on a 60Hz grid.
- Crucial Check: Are you on a 50Hz or 60Hz power grid?
- If 60Hz: 1450 RPM implies an Inverter Duty Motor or a Gearbox, because a standard 4-pole motor runs at ~1750 RPM (synchronous 1800 RPM). You cannot get 1450 RPM directly from a 60Hz grid without a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD).
- If 50Hz: 1450 RPM is the standard no-load speed for a 4-pole motor (actual speed under load is ~1400-1450). This is very common.
- Why 1450 RPM? This is slower speed. It means higher torque is needed, lower noise, and lower static pressure compared to a 2900 RPM fan. It is often chosen for quiet, continuous operation (e.g., ventilation, HVAC).
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380V:
- This is the standard three-phase voltage in many countries (China, Europe, parts of South America, etc.).
- Connection: The motor must be wired in Delta (Δ) configuration to accept 380V directly. If using a VFD, the VFD input must be 380V.
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Stainless Steel Material:
- Which grade? This is a huge cost driver.
- SS304 (1.4301): Good for food processing, general moisture (kitchens, swimming pools). Corrosion resistant.
- SS316 (1.4401): Required for chemical plants, saltwater, high chlorine environments (wastewater treatment).
- SS310: For high-temperature exhaust (up to ~900°C / 1650°F).
- Component:
- Impeller (Wheel): SS is mandatory for corrosive or hygienic applications.
- Housing (Scroll): Often SS, but sometimes Carbon Steel with epoxy coating is cheaper. If the gas is corrosive, the housing must be SS.
- Shaft: Must be SS (often 304/316) to prevent rusting at the seal.
- Motor: The motor itself should be a Stainless Steel Washdown Motor or have a TEFC (Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled) coating. A standard grey cast iron motor will rust.
- Which grade? This is a huge cost driver.
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AC Electric Current Type:
- This phrase is redundant but emphasis on AC means:
- Motor Type: Three-phase induction motor (most common).
- Power Source: Grid (380V AC).
- This phrase is redundant but emphasis on AC means:
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Customized:
- This is the most important word. Standard catalog fans come in fixed sizes (e.g., 315mm impeller, 5.5kW motor). "Customized" means:
- Custom Impeller Design: Wider blades, different blade angle (Backward Curved, Forward Curved, Airfoil) for specific CFM (Airflow) vs. SP (Static Pressure).
- Custom Inlet/Outlet: Mounting flange size, orientation (Top horizontal, side discharge, etc.).
- Custom Shaft Seal: For hazardous or corrosive gases (e.g., mechanical seal, labyrinth seal).
- Custom Mounting Base.
- This is the most important word. Standard catalog fans come in fixed sizes (e.g., 315mm impeller, 5.5kW motor). "Customized" means:
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Mounting:
- You specified Type Mounting. This likely means the method of installation:
- Direct Drive (Motor on shaft): Most common for 1450 RPM. Quiet, low maintenance.
- Belt Driven: Rare at 1450 RPM, but possible. Allows for RPM changes by swapping pulleys. (If you need to exactly hit 1450, you'd need a specific pulley ratio).
- Base Mount: Fan sits on a flat steel baseplate.
- Wall Mount / Bracket: Fan hangs from a bracket.
- Frame Mount: Fan is mounted inside a square frame.
- You specified Type Mounting. This likely means the method of installation:
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Centrifugal Fan:
- Impeller Type (Crucial for performance):
- Forward Curved (Squirrel Cage): High airflow at low pressure (HVAC, exhaust). Usually noisy. Suitable for 1450 RPM.
- Backward Curved (BC / BI): High efficiency, high pressure, robust. Best for industrial use. Needs a larger motor.
- Radial (Paddle Wheel): Low efficiency but handles sticky, dirty material well.
- Impeller Type (Crucial for performance):
Likely Applications for This Spec
Given the SS material + 1450 RPM + 380V, this fan is intended for one of these environments:
- Food Processing: Exhausting steam, heat, and airborne grease from ovens, fryers, or sterilization tunnels. Hygiene is critical.
- Chemical & Pharmaceutical: Moving corrosive fumes (acid vapors, solvents).
- Wastewater Treatment: Aeration or exhausting hydrogen sulfide gas.
- Marine / Offshore: High humidity and salt spray.
- Cleanroom / HVAC: Stainless steel resists microbial growth.
Critical Questions for the Manufacturer
When you order this fan, you must provide these details to the supplier or engineer:
- Airflow (CFM/m³/h) & Static Pressure (in.wg/Pa): What is the required performance? 1450 RPM is just the speed; the impeller size and width will change the output.
- Stainless Grade: SS304 or SS316?
- Gas Composition: What specific gas or particles are in the airstream? (e.g., "Hot moisture with bleach fumes" -> SS316)
- Temperature: Maximum continuous gas temperature (e.g., 80°C, 200°C, 400°C). This changes the impeller design (e.g., expansion gaps).
- Motor Type:
- Standard TEFC: For clean air.
- Inverter Duty: If you need to change the RPM via a VFD (e.g., for variable airflow).
- Explosion Proof (ATEX / IECEx): If moving flammable gases.
- Mounting Details: Is the motor inside the airstream (not recommended for corrosive gas) or outside the housing (better)? Request a diagram of the mounting base.
- Finish: Passivation (chemical cleaning) of the SS welds and surface to prevent micro-rusting.
Example Ordering Code (for reference)
"Custom Centrifugal Fan, 1450 RPM, 380V/3Ph/50Hz, SS316 Housing & Impeller, Backward Curved, Direct Drive, TEFC Motor, Top Horizontal Discharge, 4500 CFM @ 2.5" static pressure, Base Mounted."
Summary
| Parameter | Meaning | Key Consideration |
|---|---|---|
| 1450 RPM | Slow speed, high torque | Likely a 4-pole motor (50Hz) or requires a VFD (60Hz). |
| 380V | 3-Phase AC power (Delta connection) | Check if your country uses 50Hz or 60Hz. |
| SS Material | Corrosion resistant, hygienic | Specify SS304 vs SS316. |
| Customized | Not off-the-shelf | You must provide exact airflow & pressure requirements. |
| Mounting | Installation method | Specify Direct Drive (Motor-on-shaft) or Belt Drive, Base or Wall mount. |
Recommendation: Since this is a customized unit, do not buy a generic fan. Work directly with a reputable fan manufacturer (e.g., Greenheck, Twin City, fans, or a local Chinese industrial fan factory if you are sourcing from China). Provide them with the exact Airflow (CFM/m³/h) and Static Pressure (Pa/in.wg) you need, and let them calculate the impeller diameter and motor power required to run at 1450 RPM on your specific 380V power system.
