F2E-120B-48 DC Axial Fans: Quiet 48 V Cooling for Enclosures and Power Electronics
The LEIPOLE F2E-120B-48 is a 120 × 120 × 38 mm axial fan for 48 VDC supplies. It moves up to 172 m³/h at 2,600 rpm with a noise level of 40.4 dBA, draws only 4.32 W at rated voltage and runs on two ball bearings rated for 70,000 hours at 25 °C. It is a compact, low-power way to ventilate control cabinets, power supplies and other DC-powered electronics, and OEM or private-label versions are supported.
Key Features
- Wide 48 V operating range: runs from 35 to 57 VDC and starts from 35 VDC, so it tolerates supply variation.
- Low power: 4.32 W rated (5.76 W maximum) at 0.09 A, which keeps DC-bus loading small.
- Quiet: 40.4 dBA at 1 m, measured at rated voltage in a mute room.
- Long bearing life: two ball bearings, 70,000 hours at 25 °C.
- Built-in protection: locked-rotor protection with automatic restart, reverse-polarity protection, auto start and soft start.
- Flame-retardant housing: frame and impeller are PBT to UL94V-0.
Materials and Construction
| Component |
Specification |
Why it matters |
| Frame |
PBT, UL94V-0 |
Light and flame-retardant for use inside electrical enclosures |
| Impeller |
PBT, UL94V-0, 4-pole motor |
Stable airflow at 2,600 rpm |
| Bearing |
Two ball bearings |
Long life under continuous duty |
| Lead wires |
UL 1007, 24 AWG, 330 mm, no connector |
Flying leads: fit your own connector or terminal. Black is negative, red is positive |
| Rotation |
Anticlockwise, viewed from the blade side |
Check the airflow direction before mounting |
| Protection |
IP22 |
Suited to the inside of a closed enclosure |
Typical Applications
| Setting |
Typical use |
| Control cabinets with a 48 V DC supply |
Internal air circulation and exhaust for PLC, relay and I/O sections |
| Inverters and DC power supplies |
Cooling for power modules and rectifier sections |
| UPS and energy-storage cabinets |
Airflow through power-module bays on a DC bus |
| Telecom and automation equipment |
Compact forced-air cooling where a 120 mm opening is available |
When to Choose the F2E-120B-48
- Choose it when your enclosure has a 48 V DC supply and needs moderate, quiet airflow.
- For a 230 V mains supply, choose an AC axial fan of the same frame size.
- For higher airflow, step up to a larger frame or fit two fans, and keep the intake and exhaust apart.
- For dusty or oily air where open ventilation is unsuitable, use a sealed solution such as a vortex cooler or an enclosure air conditioner.
Model Selection
Pick the fan by the airflow your enclosure needs. Use the LEIPOLE airflow calculator to estimate it: cabinet cooling fan selection tool. Then send us your supply voltage, cut-out size and airflow target and we will confirm the model.
| Model |
Frame |
Rated voltage |
Max airflow |
Max static pressure |
Noise |
| F2E-120B-48 |
120 × 120 × 38 mm |
48 VDC |
172 m³/h |
7.07 mmH₂O (about 69 Pa) |
40.4 dBA |
The full parameter list is in the Technical Data tab.
Installation and Handling
- Stay within the limits in the Technical Data tab; operation outside them is not covered.
- Do not press the blades, wrap the lead wires around the fan or pull on them.
- Do not use the fan in flammable gas or other harmful environments.
- Avoid dropping the fan from 50 cm or more, which can unbalance the blades and damage the ball bearings.
- Dust, water droplets and small insects can shorten fan life, so mount it where the enclosure protects it.
- Check for resonance or vibration noise when the fan is fitted to the panel.
Certifications and Standards
The F2E-120B-48 carries CE marking per its spec sheet. Frame, impeller and bobbin are PBT rated UL94V-0.
Frequently Asked Questions
What supply voltage does the F2E-120B-48 use?
It is rated 48 VDC, with an operating range of 35 to 57 VDC.
How much air does it move?
Up to 172 m³/h (2.86 m³/min) at rated voltage, with up to 7.07 mmH₂O of static pressure.
Does it have speed control or a tachometer output?
No. This model is a fixed-speed fan with auto start and soft start; speed control and tachometer output are not listed on its spec sheet.
Does it come with a connector?
No. It has 330 mm flying leads without a connector.
Can I order a custom or private-label version?
Yes. LEIPOLE supports OEM and ODM orders, including private-label versions. There is no MOQ and the standard lead time is 45 days.
Request a quote, or send us your cabinet data and we will recommend the right fan.