PL Plenum Fan  Peerless

PL | Plenum Fan

The Peerless Blowers PL | Plenum Fan is an unhoused belt or direct drive plenum fan providing unmatched ducting flexibility and space savings when installed directly into custom field-erected or factory-built air handling units.

It is suitable for high volume, clean air ventilation applications such as Factory- or Site-Built Air Handling Units, Roof Top Ventilation Systems, Heat Recovery Systems, and Data Centers.

  • High Volume Ventilation
  • Nested Installation Saves Space
  • 13 Models, 1,344 to 57,960 CFM, Max 8" SP
  • Arrangement 3 and 4 SWSI.

Technical Specifications

Applications

Clean Air Ventilation Applications:

  • Factory- or Site-Built Air Handling Units
  • Roof Top Ventilation Systems
  • Heat Recovery Systems
  • Data Centers
Capabilities
  • AIRFLOW: Clean Air from 1,344 CFM to 57,960 CFM. AMCA Class 1 up to 5" SP. AMCA Class 2 up to 8" SP. AMCA Class 3 up to 8" SP.
  • SIZE FORMAT: AMCA Arrangement 3 and 4 SWSI: Single Width Single Inlet.
  • WHEEL: Steel Backward Inclined Non-Overloading Wheel. Diameters 15" to 49". Steel Flat Blade Wheel up to 16,967 CFM and 7" SP (up to Model PL245). Steel Airfoil Wheel up to 57,960 CFM and 8" SP (Model PL270 and above).
  • DRIVE: By Arrangement, Direct Drive or Fixed/Adjustable Pitch V-Belt Sheave Drive. Premium Efficiency, 120 to 480VAC Single or Three Phase, NEMA Enclosure and Frame Size Motors.
  • TEMPERATURES: Steel Wheel: 300°F max at full airflow capacity, 600°F max at 85% derated capacity. Aluminum Wheel option: 150°F max at full airflow capacity, 250°F max at 80% derated capacity
  • INLET: Optional Circular Inlet Collar Diameter 16.125" to 52.25".
  • PLENUM OPENING: Plenum Plate Size 23" H x 23" W to 76.25" H x 76.25" W
  • CONSTRUCTION: Steel Sheet, Gray Powder-Coated Finish. AMCA Class 1, 2, and 3. Indoor / Outdoor, Heavy-Duty.
  • ​​APPROVALS: ISO-9001 Certified Shop. AMCA  Accredited In-House Test Laboratory.
Available Models
              MAX RPM SHAFT DIAMETER [in]
MODEL WHEEL DIAMETER
[in]
MAX CFM MAX SP [in WG] MAX BHP INLET AREA [sqf] OUTLET AREA [sqf] CLASS I CLASS II CLASS III CLASS I CLASS II CLASS III
PL-150 15 6208 7 12.17 1.418 1.82 2458 3205 4043 1 1 3⁄16 1 7⁄16
PL-165 16 1⁄2 7512 7 14.72 1.743 2.205 2235 2914 3675 11 3⁄16 1 7⁄16
PL-182 18 1⁄4 9210 7 18.6 2.101 2.638 244 2666 3362 1 3⁄16 1 7⁄16 1 11⁄16
PL-200 20 11063 7 22.34 2.521 3.191 1866 2432 3068 1 3⁄16 1 7⁄16 1 11⁄16
PL-222 22 1⁄4 13994 7 28.5 3.109 3.944 1661 2166 2731 1 3⁄16 1 7⁄16 1 15⁄16
PL-245 24 1⁄5 16967 7 34.5 3.758 4.777 1508 1967 2480 1 7⁄16 1 7⁄16 1 15⁄16
PL-270 27 17598 8 34.56 4.587 5.154 1453 1893 2389 1 7⁄16 1 7⁄16 1 15⁄16
PL-300 30 21714 8 42.66 5.673 6.34 1308 1703 2150 1 11⁄16 1 11⁄16 2 7⁄16
PL-330 33 26292 8 51.62 6.825 7.672 1189 1548 1955 1 11⁄16 1 11⁄16 2 7⁄16
PL-365 36 1⁄2 32172 8 63.15 8.296 9.357 1098 1431 1767 1 15⁄16 1 15⁄16 2 15⁄16
PL-402 40 1⁄4 39106 8 76.79 10.08 11.361 996 1297 1603 1 15⁄16 2 3⁄16 2 15⁄16
PL-445 44 1⁄2 47838 8 93.87 12.31 13.865 901 1173 1450 1 15⁄16 2 7⁄16 3 7⁄16
PL-490 49 57960 8 113.8 16.05 16.77 818 1066 1316 2 3⁄16 2 7⁄16 3 15⁄16

 

Construction

Reinforced structural frames, all-weather resistant finishes, and fully balanced wheels are just a few of the many features included in Peerless' Plenum Fan PL series.

Wheel
Our high-efficiency "Peerless" wheel design features precision-fabricated impeller blades/foils that are fully welded to a spun wheel cone, balanced against a CNC laser-cut backplate and cast-iron hub.

  • Flat Blade on Models PL150 to PL245.
  • Airfoil on Models PL270 to PL490.
  • Dynamic Factory Balanced.
  • Clockwise or Counter-clockwise Rotation.

Inlet
For low-turbulence inlet airflow and balanced rotation, our inlet cones are stamped or rolled from single sheets, free of seams and welds.

  • Rigid Streamlined Inlet.
  • Single-Piece Construction.

Frame
Indoor/outdoor, open-member steel frames keep motors, drivetrains, and wheels in alignment longer than formed sheet frames, resulting in longer maintenance intervals.

  • Fully-Welded Steel Frame.
  • Easy Maintenance Access.
  • Fewer Alignment Adjustments Needed.

Open Design
Open plenum fans are designed for installation into existing field-erected or factory-built air handling units, pressurizing the air plenum in which the fan operates directly.

  • Space-Saving Design.
  • Eliminates Ducting Transitions into Fan Housing.
  • Flexible Duct Routing In Any Direction.

Drive System
Configure as either an adjustable pitch V-belt or direct drive, with heavy-duty motor base rails, ground and polished keyed shafts, and self-aligning normal duty bearings.

  • V-Belt or Direct Drive.
  • Factory-Set RPM Available.
  • Multiple Motor Options.
  • 100K Run Hour Bearings.
Arrangements

Peerless' Plenum Fan PL series is available in Arrangement 3 and 4 SWSI.

Arrangement 3 SWSI
AMCA Arrangement 3 SWSI utilizes one bearing on either side of the fan impeller (two bearings total), for use with belt driven units. Motor positions W, X, Y, and Z are available. Motor supports can be provided in the field or at the factory.

  • V-Belt Drive with Fully Supported Impeller.
  • SWSI Type: Single Width Single Inlet.
  • Normal Duty, 100k Run Hour Bearings.
  • Remote Mounted Motor.

Arrangement 4 SWSI
AMCA Arrangement 4 SWSI utilizes a direct-drive motor mounted onto a base frame, attached to the fan housing. The fan impeller is overhung on the motor shaft and does not need separate bearings.

  • Direct Drive with Overhung Impeller.
  • SWSI Type: Single Width Single Inlet.
  • No Bearings on Fan.
  • Onboard Motor.
Options

Unhoused fan applications are often highly technical to begin with, and Peerless' Plenum Fan PL series offers multiple accessory options to help achieve all of your rigorous requirements.

Radial Inlet Vane
Radial Inlet Vanes smooth airflow turbulence, reduce noise, and improve fan performance. External duct vanes are provided on PL150 to PL245, and nested vanes on PL270 and above.

  • Improve Aerodynamics.
  • Reduce Noise.
  • Automatic or Manual Control.
  • Locking Operator on Manual Vanes.

Safety Enclosure
For additional personnel and fan protection, an optional safety screen enclosure can be provided around the entirety of the impeller.

  • Personnel and Fan Protection.
  • Heavy Gauge Steel Wire Mesh.
  • Securely Framed and Bolted.

Belt Guard
Our heavy-duty Belt Guard is fabricated from expanded metal and installed over the V-belt drive end of the fan, providing personnel protection from the drive's moving parts.

  • Added Personnel Protection.
  • Covers All Rotating Drive Parts.
  • Heavy Expanded Metal Mesh.

Vertical Mount
For applications where a vertical fan orientation is preferred, this option reconfigures the drive, motor support, impeller bearings, and shaft connection for optimal performance. 

  • Available in SWSI Only.
  • Balanced Vertical Operation.

Motors
Peerless can provide nearly any special motor specification, including multi-speed windings, stainless steel casings, washdown and other environmental ratings, inverter duty, explosion proof, IEC and other frame sizes, and more.

  • Any Compatible Motor Can Be Provided.
  • Domestic or International Frames.
  • Special Environment Ratings.

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