The Abaco Systems VMIVME-FA3 is a triple-fan assembly engineered to deliver active thermal management in VMEbus enclosures. This 1U rack-mountable unit maintains critical component temperatures through variable-speed fan operation, enabling consistent performance in demanding computing environments. Multiple voltage and mounting configurations accommodate both domestic and continental deployments.
Technical Specifications
Thermal Performance
• Airflow: 195–231 CFM depending on voltage configuration
• Maximum fan speed: 2,500–3,100 RPM (115 VAC: 3,100 RPM; 230 VAC: 2,500 RPM)
• Acoustic signature: 40–44 dB(A) (115 VAC: 44 dB(A); 230 VAC: 40 dB(A))
Electrical Specifications
• Voltage options: 115 VAC, 60 Hz (domestic) or 230 VAC, 50 Hz (continental)
• Power consumption: 33 W (115 VAC) or 39 W (230 VAC)
• Current draw: 408 mA (115 VAC) or 267 mA (230 VAC)
Physical Configuration
• Form factor: 1U height, 19-inch rack width
• Rack mount (FA3-A00): 6.81″ H × 19.00″ W
• Slide mount (FA3-A10): 1.74″ H × 19.00″ W
• Mounting options: chassis mount or slide mount
– Key Features
• Triple-fan design for redundancy and airflow capacity
• Selectable voltage configuration at order time (domestic or continental)
• Dual mounting styles: traditional chassis or slide-in rail configuration
• Standard 19-inch rack compatibility
• Low-noise operation across both voltage ratings
– Typical Applications
Active cooling for VMEbus chassis in industrial control, telecommunications, aerospace, and defense systems where sustained thermal management is essential for uptime and component longevity.
– Compatibility & Integration
Purpose-built for VMEbus system integration. Configuration selection at order time: voltage (0 = 115 VAC; 1 = 230 VAC) and mounting style (0 = chassis; 1 = slide). Standard 19-inch rack footprint.
