Tubeaxial

Tubeaxial refers to a type of fan that incorporates a propeller-type impeller mounted within a cylindrical casing or tube. This design is characterized by its axial airflow, meaning the air moves parallel to the fan's axis of rotation. Unlike centrifugal fans, which direct air outward at a right angle, tubeaxial fans are designed to move large volumes of air with relatively low pressure.

These fans are commonly used in applications where air needs to be moved efficiently through a duct or housing. Examples include ventilation systems in buildings, exhaust systems in industrial settings, cooling systems for electronics, and general air circulation. The impeller, often with two to four blades, spins within the tube, creating a continuous flow of air from the inlet to the outlet.

The simplicity of their design and construction often makes tubeaxial fans a cost-effective solution for many airflow requirements. They are typically driven by electric motors. Variations exist, such as vane-axial fans, which include stator vanes to straighten the airflow and improve efficiency, and mixed-flow fans, which combine characteristics of both axial and centrifugal designs. The primary advantage of tubeaxial fans lies in their ability to move significant amounts of air without requiring substantial space or high power consumption for low-pressure applications.