Fans - Finger Guards, Filters & Sleeves

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
66313-2-4039

66313-2-4039

ebm-papst Inc.

GUARD BASKET 300MM FOR M4Q SER

0

50967-2-4039

50967-2-4039

ebm-papst Inc.

GRILL GUARD 154 MM FOR M4Q SER

0

50969-2-4039

50969-2-4039

ebm-papst Inc.

GRILL GUARD 200MM FOR M4Q SERIES

0

78132-2-4039

78132-2-4039

ebm-papst Inc.

GUARD GRILLE 400MM

0

LZ37

LZ37

ebm-papst Inc.

FINGER GUARD METAL F/6400 SERIES

252650

50972-2-4039

50972-2-4039

ebm-papst Inc.

GRILL GUARD 300MM FOR M4Q SERIES

0

66309-2-4039

66309-2-4039

ebm-papst Inc.

GUARD BASKET 172MM FOR M4Q SER

0

LZ33-2

LZ33-2

ebm-papst Inc.

GUARD PLAST BARBD HOLE 5200,5900

0

525-00-0009

525-00-0009

ebm-papst Inc.

FINGER GUARD

0

66310-2-4039

66310-2-4039

ebm-papst Inc.

GUARD BASKET 200MM FOR M4Q SER

0

50971-2-4039

50971-2-4039

ebm-papst Inc.

GRILL GUARD 254 MM FOR M4Q SER

0

66311-2-4039

66311-2-4039

ebm-papst Inc.

GUARD BASKET 230MM FOR M4Q SER

10

50970-2-4039

50970-2-4039

ebm-papst Inc.

GRILL GUARD 230MM FOR M4Q SERIES

0

50968-2-4039

50968-2-4039

ebm-papst Inc.

GRILL GUARD 172MM FOR M4Q SERIES

0

LZ40/60

LZ40/60

ebm-papst Inc.

KIT SCREEN FOR 4000, 9000 SER

0

20281-2-2957

20281-2-2957

ebm-papst Inc.

FLOWGRID GUARD 220/225/250/280MM

0

00191-2-2957

00191-2-2957

ebm-papst Inc.

FLOWGRID GUARD 175/190MM

0

25311-2-2957

25311-2-2957

ebm-papst Inc.

FLOWGRID OPEN STYLE 310MM

0

LZ63

LZ63

ebm-papst Inc.

GUARD STD 6300 & 6400N SR

0

35139-2-4039

35139-2-4039

ebm-papst Inc.

GUARD 208 INLET SIDE

0

Fans - Finger Guards, Filters & Sleeves

1. Overview

Fan accessories including finger guards, filters, and sleeves are critical components in thermal management systems. Finger guards prevent physical contact with rotating blades, filters ensure airflow purity, and sleeves optimize aerodynamic performance. These components are essential for maintaining equipment reliability, safety compliance, and energy efficiency in modern electronics, industrial machinery, and HVAC systems.

2. Main Types & Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Perforated Metal GuardsMechanical protection with 95% airflow retentionIndustrial motors, power tools
Polymer Mesh FiltersParticulate filtration (5-50 m efficiency)Server racks, medical devices
Aerofoil SleevesFlow guidance with 15-20% static pressure increaseAerospace cooling systems
EMI Shielding GuardsRadiation suppression (30-100MHz range)Telecom equipment

3. Structure & Composition

Finger guards typically use stamped aluminum alloys (6061-T6) or glass-reinforced nylon. Filters employ multi-layer media: pre-filters (PET non-woven), HEPA layers (borosilicate microfibers), and activated carbon. Sleeves are constructed from anodized aluminum or fiber-reinforced polymers with aerodynamic profiles optimized via CFD analysis. All components incorporate anti-vibration mounts and corrosion-resistant coatings.

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterValue RangeImportance
Material Temp Range-40 C to +150 COperational stability
Filter Efficiency80-99.97% @ 0.3 mContamination control
Pressure Drop5-50 PaEnergy consumption
Noise Level20-45 dB(A)Environmental comfort

5. Application Fields

  • IT Infrastructure: Data center cooling systems
  • Industrial Automation: CNC machine tool cooling
  • Consumer Electronics: Gaming PC thermal management
  • Medical Equipment: MRI scanner thermal control

6. Leading Manufacturers & Products

ManufacturerProduct SeriesKey Features
NMB TechnologiesAeroGuard ProIntegrated EMI shielding & variable pitch design
SunonwealthMagLev Filter SleeveMagnetic levitation bearing & 50,000h L10 life
Delta ElectronicsSmartAir GuardPiezoelectric vibration sensing & IoT integration

7. Selection Guidelines

Consider environmental factors (temperature/humidity), system airflow requirements (CFM vs static pressure), maintenance accessibility, and regulatory standards (UL/CSA/CE). For high-contamination environments, select filters with differential pressure indicators. In vibration-prone applications, specify anti-resonance sleeve designs.

Industry Trends

Market evolution focuses on smart integration (IoT-enabled condition monitoring), nanocoating technologies for self-cleaning filters, and additive manufacturing for complex aerodynamic geometries. Regulatory pressures drive demand for UL94 V-0 flame-rated materials and RoHS-compliant production processes. Forecasted CAGR of 6.2% (2023-2030) driven by edge computing infrastructure growth.

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