Aero-Fan V-12 Moves 1,180 CFM With TrolMaster Speed Control
Exhaust and intake fans run around the clock, so control and efficiency matter as much as raw airflow. The V-12 is the 12-inch model in the Aero-Fan line from TrolMaster. It moves up to 1,180 CFM against a maximum static pressure of 779 Pa. Peak draw is 268W at 2.6A, and the motor autosenses 100–277V at 50/60Hz. The impeller has 8 blades and fits a 315 mm (12.4 in) duct connection. Aero-Fan uses EC motors, which TrolMaster describes as more efficient and longer lasting than standard motors. The housing is rated IP44, and the fan has built-in thermal protection. It runs from -4 to 140°F, with a rated mean time to failure of 50,000 hours. The fan body measures about 17.87 × 14.06 × 12.26 in. It is certified to UL 507 and CSA C22.2 No. 60335 and carries the ETL mark.
Installing a 12 Inch Inline Duct Fan
The fan body releases from its frame with clips, so the bracket can be mounted first. Mark the hole positions, fasten the mounting bracket, then lock the fan body back in place. The manual calls for mounting at least seven feet above the floor. Check the airflow arrow so the fan pushes air in the right direction before connecting ducting. The tech sheet lists ECS-7 and ECS-9 cable sets in the box, though the manual lists the ECS-9 as sold separately. A Hydro-X Pro (HCS-2) can run a fan group directly over an ECS-9 connection. The FRC-1 Smart Fan Remote adds a manual knob and display, and any adjustment holds for thirty minutes before the controller resumes. The simpler FRC-2 dimmer sets group speed with a single knob. Several fans can share one controller group so a room ramps up and down together. For more airflow, the V-12M is the next step up in the Aero-Fan range. The tech sheet and user manual attached below include the airflow pattern and full safety notes.
Key Features
- 1,180 CFM: Up to 779 Pa static pressure for filters and long duct runs.
- Autosensing 100–277V: One fan covers common commercial voltages.
- TrolMaster Control: Runs from a Hydro-X Pro, FRC-1 remote or FRC-2 dimmer.
- EC Motor: Built-in thermal protection and a 50,000 hour MTTF rating.
- Tool-Light Mounting: Clip-release body with a separate mounting bracket.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part number | V-12 |
| Duct size | 12 in (315 mm (12.4 in) connection) |
| Max airflow | 1,180 CFM |
| Max static pressure | 779 Pa |
| Rated input power | 268W max |
| Rated current | 2.6A max |
| Input voltage | 100–277V~, 50/60Hz |
| Blades | 8 |
| Housing | Standard |
| IP rating | IP44 |
| Operating temperature | -4–140°F |
| MTTF | 50,000 hours (77°F) |
| Fan dimensions | 17.87 × 14.06 × 12.26 in |
| Net weight | 17.64 lbs |
| Package size | 20.07 × 19.09 × 17.13 in |
| Shipping weight | 28.00 lbs |
| Certifications | UL 507, CSA C22.2 No. 60335, ETL |
| Package contents | Fan, ECS-7 cable set, ECS-9 cable set (per tech sheet) |