Industrial Control System Chassis and Rack Cooling Solutions | Fengheng Technology
Fengheng Technology provides professional heat dissipation solutions for the industrial control computer chassis and cabinet industry. Its products are widely used in industrial control computers, embedded computers, industrial motherboards, industrial monitors, chassis and cabinets, network cabinets and other equipment, meeting the stringent requirements of industrial environments for high reliability, wide temperature range operation, dust and moisture protection.
I. Four Core Pain Points of Heat Dissipation in Industrial Control Computer Chassis and Racks
Pain Point 1: The challenges posed by high-dust environments in industrial settings to fans
Phenomenon:Industrial control computers and cabinet fans operate in dusty environments, and dust accumulation leads to reduced airflow and bearing seizure.
root cause:Use a regular fan instead of a dustproof fan.
Industry Standards:Dustproof fans with IP5X or higher protection should be selected for industrial environments.
Pain Point 2: The Reliability Requirements of Fans in Wide Temperature Environments
Phenomenon:In northern winters, fans cannot start when temperatures drop below -20°C, and in southern summers, they shut down when temperatures exceed +70°C.
root cause:The fan uses ordinary lubricating oil, which solidifies at low temperatures and evaporates at high temperatures.
Industry Standards:Industrial control equipment requires an operating temperature range of -20℃ to +70℃.
Pain Point 3: The requirement for long lifespan due to 24/7 continuous operation
Phenomenon:Industrial control equipment operates continuously year-round, and insufficient fan life can cause equipment downtime.
root cause:Inexpensive oil-impregnated bearing fans have a lifespan of only 10,000 to 20,000 hours, far below the design lifespan of industrial control equipment.
Industry data:Industrial control equipment is designed for a lifespan of 5-10 years, and fans must be maintenance-free for 3-5 years.
Pain Point 4: The limitation of fan size due to compact chassis
Phenomenon:The internal space of 1U/2U/4U industrial control chassis is limited, and standard thickness fans cannot be installed.
root cause:The height of the chassis limits the thickness of the fan.
Solution:Choose ultra-thin fans (10mm, 15mm, 25mm thickness).
II. Comparison Table of Mainstream Industrial Control Computer Chassis and Rack Fan Solutions
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III. Quick Reference Table for Industrial Control Computer Chassis and Cabinet Heat Dissipation Solutions
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IV. Key Points of Heat Dissipation Design for Industrial Control Computer Chassis and Cabinets
1. Chassis airflow design
- Front-to-back airflow is the most common type of airflow design for industrial control computers.
- 1U/2U chassis require high-pressure fans to overcome internal air resistance.
- Avoid directing the fan directly at vibration-sensitive components such as hard drives.
2. Dustproof design
- Install dust filters on the air inlets and clean them regularly.
- Use a dustproof fan (IP5X) or a positive pressure air duct on the intake side.
- It is recommended to add filter cotton in industrial settings.
3. Reliability Requirements
- Uses a dual ball bearing fan with a lifespan of ≥50,000 hours.
- Key equipment adopts a dual-fan redundant design.
- Supports fan speed monitoring (FG signal) to monitor fan status in real time.
V. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What kind of fan should I use for a 1U industrial PC?
A: The 1U chassis is only 44mm high, so you need to choose an ultra-thin fan with a thickness of 20mm or 28mm. The FH4020/FH4028 series is suitable.
Q2: How long can an industrial computer fan typically last?
A: Original factory oil-impregnated bearing fans typically last 1-2 years. WindConst dual ball bearing fans can last 5-7 years.
Q3: What can be done if the fan breaks down easily due to the high dust levels in industrial settings?
A: Use a dustproof fan (IP5X), install a dust filter at the air inlet, and clean the accumulated dust regularly.
Q4: How to solve the problem of loud fan noise in industrial control computers?
A: Select a fan with hydraulic bearings or a fan with PWM speed control function, and adjust the speed as needed.
Q5: Do you support sample testing?
A: Free sample testing is available. We can provide original fan specifications and help you find the right upgrade solution.
VI. Contact us to obtain samples
Telephone: +86 13751170802
Official website: www.szfengheng.com
We welcome inquiries and cooperation from industrial PC manufacturers, embedded system integrators, and cabinet manufacturers.