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Cooling Challenges in High-Density Data Centers

AI workloads, rising rack power density and 24/7 operation place increasing pressure on cooling systems, making airflow efficiency, redundancy and precise control more important than ever.

Rising Rack Power Density

Cooling Challenge: AI and high-performance computing generate significantly more heat within the same or smaller footprint.

Recommended Solution: High-performance EC fans provide greater airflow and static pressure within compact cooling equipment, helping meet increasing heat rejection requirements.

High Cooling Energy Consumption

Cooling Challenge: Cooling fans operate for thousands of hours each year, making fan efficiency a major contributor to total data center energy use.

Recommended Solution: EC fan technology combines efficient motors, optimized aerodynamics and variable-speed control to reduce energy use, particularly under partial-load conditions.

Continuous 24/7 Operation

Cooling Challenge: Cooling failure can lead to rising server temperatures, reduced computing performance or unplanned downtime.

Recommended Solution: Reliable fan systems, redundancy and monitoring functions help maintain airflow even during component faults or maintenance events.

Limited Space & High System Resistance

Cooling Challenge: Dense coils, heat exchangers, filters and compact cooling modules create high airflow resistance.

Recommended Solution: High-pressure fan designs maintain stable airflow across coils and cooling components while minimizing installation footprint.

Cooling Solutions Across the Data Center

ebm-papst fan technology supports airflow and heat rejection from server-level cooling to room cooling and outdoor heat rejection systems.

CRAC & CRAH Units

CRAC and CRAH units continuously circulate conditioned air through data halls. Efficient centrifugal EC fans help deliver stable airflow while reducing power consumption and maintenance requirements.
Key Benefits:
High Airflow Efficiency: Efficient air circulation for data halls.Variable Speed Control: Match airflow to real-time cooling demand.Redundant Fan Arrays: Improve system availability and serviceability.

InRow Cooling & Rear Door Heat Exchangers

High-density racks require cooling close to the heat source. Compact high-pressure fans help move air efficiently through dense coils and restricted spaces.
Key Benefits:
High Static Pressure: Maintain airflow through dense coils.Compact Design: Ideal for space-constrained cooling modules.Precise Control: Adapt airflow to changing rack loads.  

Liquid Cooling & CDU Heat Rejection

Liquid cooling removes heat directly from high-power processors, while secondary air-side systems still require efficient fans to reject heat through liquid-to-air cooling units and heat exchangers.
Key Benefits:
High Heat Rejection: Support growing AI cooling loads.Flexible Integration: Suitable for liquid-to-air cooling systems.Energy Efficiency: Reduce auxiliary cooling power.

Chillers, Condensers & Dry Coolers

Outdoor heat rejection systems require large-volume airflow, high efficiency and reliable operation under changing ambient temperatures.
Key Benefits:
Large Airflow Capacity: Designed for large heat exchanger surfaces.Low Energy Consumption: EC speed control improves part-load efficiency.Outdoor Reliability: Suitable for demanding climate conditions.

Fan Technologies for Data Center Cooling

Explore ebm-papst fan technologies designed for precision cooling, air handling and heat rejection systems in modern data centers.

RadiPac Series

High-Efficiency EC Centrifugal Fans

RadiPac EC centrifugal fans combine impeller, motor and electronics into an optimized system for efficient, quiet and controllable airflow. They are widely suited to CRAC, CRAH, AHU and FanGrid applications.

Specification Table
Fan Type EC Centrifugal Fan
Applications CRAC / CRAH / AHU / FanGrid
Key Advantage High Efficiency & Variable Speed Control
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AxiBlade Series

Efficient Large-Airflow Axial Fans

AxiBlade axial fans combine high airflow, optimized aerodynamics and efficient EC motor technology, making them suitable for chillers, condensers and large outdoor heat rejection systems.

Specification Table
Fan Type Axial Fan
Applications Chiller / Condenser / Dry Cooler
Key Advantage High Airflow & Low Noise
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Not Sure Which Fan Matches Your Cooling System?

Send us your airflow, static pressure, system type, installation dimensions or existing fan model. Our team can help review the operating point and identify suitable fan options.

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A Reliable Partner for Data Center Cooling

From fan selection and model identification to project supply and urgent replacement, we support data center cooling requirements across the complete airflow system.

Technical Fan Selection

We review airflow, static pressure, system resistance and installation requirements to help identify suitable fan solutions.

Project Supply Support

Support for CRAC, CRAH, chiller, condenser, FanGrid and other data center cooling projects.

Replacement & Retrofit Support

Provide existing fan models or nameplate information and we can help identify supply and upgrade options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about fan selection and cooling solutions for data centers.
Which fans are commonly used in CRAC and CRAH units?
EC centrifugal fans such as RadiPac are widely used because they provide high airflow efficiency, variable-speed control and compact integration for precision air-conditioning systems.
What fan types are suitable for chillers and dry coolers?
Large axial fans are commonly used for outdoor heat rejection equipment because they can move large volumes of air through condenser or cooler coils efficiently.
Why are EC fans used in data center cooling?
EC fans provide high motor efficiency, variable-speed control and strong part-load performance, helping reduce cooling energy consumption while maintaining precise airflow.
Can EC fans be used in redundant FanGrid systems?
Yes. Multiple EC fans can operate in parallel, allowing airflow capacity to be distributed across several fans and helping improve redundancy and serviceability.
Can you help identify replacement fans for existing data center equipment?
Yes. Send us the fan model, nameplate photo, airflow requirements or equipment information and we can help identify suitable replacement options.

Reliable Supply for Mission-Critical Cooling

Data centers operate continuously, making cooling component availability critical. We support routine procurement, project requirements and urgent replacement needs for data center cooling fans.
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Cooling downtime can quickly become downtime.
Reliable fan supply helps protect critical infrastructure.

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