Can anybody ID this extractor fan?

Super Sparks · Jan 5, 2015

Afternoon all,

Long time lurker here, came across this extractor fan the other day in a flat, approx 1980's built, no labels on it or anything.

Trying to source a replacement as it is no longer working, however damned if I know where to find one.

Wondered if anyone else has come across one of these before? I'm probably going to have to butcher it and install something else however worth a try!

Cheers in advance.

[ElectriciansForums.net] Can anybody ID this extractor fan?

davesparks · Jan 5, 2015

Show us the front cover and you might get a better response. But there's every chance it's a aidelle loovent

Simlec · Jan 5, 2015

Its just a centrifugal ex fan, you just need to look for one that will cover your existing opening.

Bathroom Extractor Fans - - CF200 Centrifugal Fan - CF200

Super Sparks · Jan 5, 2015

Thanks for the reply gents!

Marvo · Jan 5, 2015

It would be worth trying a replacement capacitor if there is one and maybe test the thermal overload which may be internal in the motor. Maybe also try brushing out the housing in case it's just clogged with debris.

It looks like quite a capable little forward curved centrif so if you do look for a replacement I wouldn't skimp on the spec.

Octopus · Jan 5, 2015

Super Sparks said:
Thanks for the reply gents!

Hold on.... I would recommend that you investigate further, both the existing unit, the vent hole behind AND the costs of the likely replacements - then consult the customer.

If its an old Airflow, google them, call them and then email the picture - they don't bite.

davesparks · Jan 5, 2015

If it is an aidelle/airflow loovent whatever they are called then they still make them and you should be able to replace it quite easily

Octopus · Jan 5, 2015

davesparks said:
If it is an aidelle/airflow loovent whatever they are called then they still make them and you should be able to replace it quite easily

Yup. but they aren't cheap!

amlu · Jan 5, 2015

Marvo said:
It would be worth trying a replacement capacitor if there is one and maybe test the thermal overload which may be internal in the motor. Maybe also try brushing out the housing in case it's just clogged with debris.

It looks like quite a capable little forward curved centrif so if you do look for a replacement I wouldn't skimp on the spec.

yeah worth taking it out, dismantle, clean, swap the capacitor/motor brushes and it will work for next 20 years.