The 6448U from EBM Papst is a robust tubeaxial DC fan, built for demanding environments where reliability is critical. With a compact die-cast aluminum housing (172 × 150 × 51 mm) and an IP68 rating, it can withstand permanent immersion in water and is completely dust-tight. This makes it a unique choice for industrial applications with extreme environmental requirements.
The fan is perfectly suited for applications in marine technology, process industry, electronics cooling, and other environments where moisture, dust, or chemicals are an issue. The operating temperature range of -20 to +67 °C provides additional flexibility.
- Voltage: 48 V DC
- Airflow: 411 m³/h (241.3 CFM)
- Speed: 3,400 rpm
- Power: 17 W
- Noise level: 57 dB(A)
- Protection class: IP68 – withstands permanent immersion
- Bearing type: Ball bearings for long life
- Motor protection: Protection against reverse polarity and locking
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Technical specifications
| Product attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Airflow at 0 Pa | 411 m³/h |
| Speed | 3400 rpm |
| Power | 17 W |
| Voltage | 48 V DC VAC |
| Motor frame | The housing is made of cast aluminum and measures 172 x 150 x 51 mm. The fan is part of the 6400 U series and is designed for easy installation in applications requiring a high degree of environmental protection. Connection is made via 310 mm cables (AWG 22, TR 64) with stripped and tinned leads. |
| Casing | cast aluminum, square (172 x 150 x 51 mm) |
| Impeller | The impeller is made of glass-fiber reinforced PA composite for high strength and chemical resistance. Air is exhausted over the struts. The direction of rotation is counter-clockwise when viewed from the rotor side. At a nominal voltage of 48 V DC, the fan delivers an airflow of 241.3 CFM (approx. 411 m³/h) at 3400 rpm. |
| Bearing type | ball bearing |
| IP class | IP68 |
| Motor protection | reverse polarity and interlocking protection |
| Motor code | 6448 U |
| Rotation direction | counter-clockwise, viewed from the rotor side |
| Motor type | The motor is a DC motor with reverse polarity protection and anti-locking. It is fully encapsulated to IP68 standards, providing complete protection against dust ingress and tolerating permanent immersion in water. The operating temperature range is -20 to 67 °C. The motor has ball bearings for a long lifespan and reliable operation in demanding environments. |