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Packaged DFX Cabinets · Low-Noise Acoustic Lining

Ventilation Fan Boxes: DFX Cabinets Matched to System Resistance

DFX ventilation fan boxes deliver scheduled air volume quietly and reliably after duct resistance is added, combining compact direct-drive or flexible belt-drive arrangements with double-skin acoustic insulation.

Compare YONGFAN DFX-I external-rotor direct-drive units (DFX-I-10 to 18) and DFX high-capacity belt-drive configurations (DFX-I-10 to 40) across airflow (800 to 171,000 m³/h), total pressure (190 to 1,460 Pa), and building applications from hotels and offices to schools and industrial workshops.

2 Drive TypesDirect-Drive · Belt-Drive
Airflow Spectrum800 – 171,000 m³/h
Total Pressure190 – 1,460 Pa ΔPt
Acoustic CasingDouble-Skin Insulated Panels
DFX ventilation fan box installation in commercial mechanical room
DFX Packaged Cabinets Direct & Belt Drive · 800 – 171,000 m³/h · Double-Skin Low Noise
01 / Commissioning Integrity

Undersized Fan Boxes Usually Fail After the Ductwork Is Connected

The missing airflow during commissioning is rarely a defective motor — it is the result of selecting a fan box from clean-air catalog ratings without accounting for installed duct resistance.

A fan box moves air strictly at the intersection of its fan curve and total system resistance. Long duct runs, elbows, volume control dampers, grilles, and diffusers all consume static pressure.

Inlet and outlet duct connections also introduce aerodynamic losses. [ISO 5801](https://www.iso.org/standard/56517.html) defines laboratory test airways, while [ISO/TR 16219:2024](https://www.iso.org/standard/87617.html) addresses system effect penalties caused by poor field installations.

Resolving airflow, total pressure, drive type (direct vs belt), and service access clearance together guarantees trouble-free handover.

DFX ventilation fan box aerodynamic casing assembly

Total Resistance Curve

DFX sizing accounts for external duct static loss and internal cabinet losses to ensure target CFM delivery on site.

Operating Point · True Delivered CFM

Direct vs Belt Drive

Direct drive external-rotor motors eliminate belt wear for tight spaces; belt-drive units allow site speed optimization up to 171,000 m³/h.

Drive Selection · Maintenance Balance

Service Door Clearances

Hinged quick-release access panels require adequate side clearance for motor inspection and bearing lubrication.

Maintenance Access · Plant Layout
02 / Building Applications

Choose the DFX Configuration by Building & Operating Duty

Tailored DFX configurations for hotels, commercial offices, public assembly auditoriums, schools, and industrial manufacturing plants.
Hotels & Residential

Low-Noise External-Rotor DFX

DFX-I-10 to DFX-I-18 direct-drive units with double-skin acoustic lining provide quiet continuous air exchange for guest rooms, luxury apartments, and corridor extract.

Offices & Auditoriums

Acoustic Belt-Drive DFX

Medium-capacity belt-drive DFX cabinets with forward-curved double-inlet centrifugal wheels, delivering high airflow with low NC noise ratings in ceiling voids.

Schools & Public Halls

High-Volume Fresh Air Supply

DFX units configured for large occupant loads, providing continuous fresh air ventilation with VFD speed modulation and motorized shutoff dampers.

Industrial Workshops

Heavy-Duty DFX up to DFX-I-40

Large belt-drive DFX cabinets up to 171,000 m³/h and 1,460 Pa for factory warehouse ventilation, machinery room heat removal, and process exhaust.

DFX Variant Documented Size Range Airflow Boundary Range Total Pressure Boundary Primary Engineering Advantage Action
DFX-I External-Rotor Direct-Drive
DFX-I-10, 12, 15, 18
800 – 18,500 m³/h
190 – 820 Pa ΔPt
Compact cabinet depth; zero belt maintenance; quiet external-rotor motor Configure Direct
DFX Heavy-Duty Belt-Drive
DFX-I-10 through DFX-I-40
2,500 – 171,000 m³/h
240 – 1,460 Pa ΔPt
High airflow and higher pressure capability; flexible pulley speed matching Configure Belt
03 / Engineering Interchangeability

Switching Fan-Box Suppliers Requires More Than Matching Airflow

When replacing or cross-specifying fan boxes, verify cabinet dimensions, flange bolt patterns, discharge orientation, and electrical motor kilowatt margins.
Checkpoint 01 / Physical Fit

Cabinet Dimensions & Discharge Orientation

DFX cabinets offer flexible inlet/outlet configurations (in-line straight, side inlet, top discharge). Confirm overall length, width, and height against structural ceiling hangers and duct connections.

Flexible canvas/neoprene duct connectors and internal spring isolators isolate vibration and simplify connection alignment.

Duct connection and flexible vibration connector
Checkpoint 02 / Aerodynamic Curve Margin

Operating Point on the Fan Curve

Do not select DFX at the extreme cutoff point of its airflow table. Ensure the design duty sits within the stable central portion of the pressure-volume curve with at least a 10–15% pressure margin for duct loading.

Motor power ratings should provide adequate safety factor to prevent thermal trip under cold startup air density conditions.

Aerodynamic curve and motor safety margin analysis
04 / Procurement Protocol

What Project Inputs Are Required for DFX Fan Box Sizing?

Essential sizing parameters to confirm before finalizing DFX direct-drive or belt-drive cabinet models.
Engineering Sizing Checklist

10 Key Inputs for DFX Fan Box Quotation

Submitting your duct layout, calculated static pressure loss, and available ceiling height enables our team to confirm direct vs belt drive and supply certified 3D CAD drawings.

1. Required Airflow (m³/h / CFM)
2. External Duct Total Pressure (Pa ΔPt)
3. Drive Type: Direct-Drive vs Belt-Drive
4. Building Occupancy & Room Noise Limit (dB(A))
5. Inlet & Outlet Discharge Spigot Orientations
6. Available Ceiling Void Height & Width Clearance
7. Operating Air Temperature (°C)
8. Power Supply (220V / 380V / 50Hz)
9. VFD Speed Control Compatibility
10. Service Door Side Clearance (Left / Right)
05 / Quality Control

YONGFAN DFX Fan Box Manufacturing & Acoustic Quality

Precision casing construction, dynamic balancing, and double-skin acoustic insulation ensure superior performance.
Rigid Structure

Extruded Aluminium Framework

Pentapost corner joiners and extruded aluminium framework eliminate cabinet vibration and ensure air-tight casing sealing.

Acoustic Double Skin

Mineral Wool Sound Panels

Galvanized steel double-skin panels with high-density acoustic insulation drastically reduce sound transmission to occupied spaces.

ISO 1940

Dynamic Rotor Balancing

Double-inlet forward-curved centrifugal impellers are dynamically balanced to ISO 1940 G2.5 on precision electronic balancing machines.

100% Inspection

Factory Run-Testing

Every DFX fan box is tested for electrical motor current, vibration velocity, and bearing alignment prior to export packaging.

Complete Submittal Package: Fan performance curves, octave-band sound power data, dimensional drawings, and 3D BIM models provided. Configured Dispatch: Lead time quoted based on direct/belt drive build, motor power, and spigot orientation.
06 / Technical Q&A

Ventilation Fan Boxes Frequently Asked Questions

Direct engineering answers covering direct vs belt drive, noise control, filters, and fire duty upgrades.

What is the difference between DFX direct drive and belt drive?

Direct-drive (DFX-I-10 to 18) uses external-rotor motors with zero belt maintenance and compact depth. Belt-drive (up to DFX-I-40) reaches higher airflows up to 171,000 m³/h with flexible speed matching.

Which DFX configuration covers the highest airflow?

DFX Belt-Drive Series reaches up to 171,000 m³/h and 1,460 Pa total pressure on larger cabinet frame sizes.

Can I choose a DFX fan box from airflow alone?

No. External duct static pressure must be calculated. Selecting a fan box on airflow alone can result in severe airflow reduction on site.

Do DFX panels include acoustic insulation?

Yes. DFX panels feature double-skin construction packed with high-density acoustic mineral wool to minimize casing breakout noise.

What inlet and outlet arrangements are available?

DFX cabinets support in-line straight, side inlet, top discharge, and bottom discharge spigot orientations for flexible duct routing.

Can DFX be used when filtration is required?

For multi-stage filtration, select DFX Purification Fan Boxes, which integrate primary G4, secondary F8, HEPA, and carbon modules.

Is DFX suitable for fire smoke exhaust?

Standard DFX is for normal ventilation. For 280 °C / 30 min emergency fire smoke duty, specify the HTFC Series.

Is an explosion-proof DFX available?

Yes. YONGFAN manufactures BDFX / BHTFC explosion-proof fan boxes certified under GB 3836 for hazardous gas areas.

07 / Application Engineering Handoff

Select the Right DFX Ventilation Fan Box for Your Facility

Send your required airflow, external duct resistance, acoustic limits, and space dimensions — our application engineers will confirm total pressure requirements and provide complete technical submittals.

Airflow (800 – 171,000 m³/h) Total Pressure (190 – 1,460 Pa) DFX Direct-Drive (DFX-I-10–18) DFX Belt-Drive (up to DFX-I-40) Double-Skin Acoustic Casing Multi-Discharge Spigots
YONGFAN application engineers reviewing DFX fan box drawings
Direct Technical Selection Support
Acoustic submittals, fan curves & 3D BIM models.