FAN
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-002167
A mechanical device that creates airflow by rotating blades, used for ventilation, cooling, or moving gases in industrial processes. Fans are classified by their blade design and airflow direction, such as axial or centrifugal. They are rated by their volumetric flow rate, typically in cubic feet per minute (CFM).
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-002167 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Manufacturing |
| Translations | German: FAN; Spanish: FAN; French: FAN |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "A mechanical device that creates airflow by rotating blades, used for ventilation, cooling, or moving gases in industrial processes. Fans are classified by their blade design and airflow direction, such as axial or centrifugal. They are rated by their volumetric flow rate, typically in cubic feet per minute (CFM).",
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"translations": {
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/fan/"
}
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