Minebea Intros 5910PL Microchip-Controlled Fan

NMB Minebea (UK) introduced its 5910PL, a microchip-controlled fan designed for the networking and telecom markets. The 5910PL folds discrete components into one programmable component, the microchip, allowing a variety of fan functions and communications to be controlled through firmware. Benefits include the ability to interface with other peripherals to monitor fan function and improved reliability due to decreased part count.

The 5910Pl fan features a maximum static pressure of 222 Pascal, an airflow of 8,2 m3 per minute, a voltage range of 12Vdc to 8Vdc, a maximum current consumption at 48V of 669mA, a speed of 4.100U/min at 48V, and a temperature range of –10 to +70 degrees C. Two precision ball bearings guarantee an L10 life of 75,000 hours at 40 degrees C at full load. Additional speed control, low-speed and locked-rotor alarm, and inrush-current limit programmable fan functions are also available. The failure rate is less than 60 parts per million based on actual field test data.

The 5910PL meets all UL/CSA, VDE and CE requirements. The size of the 5910PL model is 172mm x 150mm x 25mm. The 5910PL is guaranteed to be free of defects in material workmanship for 75,000 hours, when operated under specified temperature, humidity and voltage ratings.