I.D. (Induced Draft) and F.D. (Forced Draft) Fans are essential components of industrial boiler and furnace systems. They work together to maintain balanced airflow by supplying fresh combustion air and removing flue gases efficiently. At Air Movement & Control System Pvt. Ltd., we manufacture robust and energy-efficient I.D. & F.D. Fans engineered for reliable operation in power plants, cement industries, steel plants, chemical industries, and other heavy-duty applications.
An Induced Draft (I.D.) Fan creates negative pressure (vacuum) inside a boiler or furnace by drawing flue gases through the system. This ensures efficient combustion while safely removing exhaust gases and maintaining balanced furnace pressure.
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Impeller | Backward-curved or radial blades for high pressure rise |
| Casing | Spiral (scroll) housing; may be insulated for heat control |
| Inlet Guide Vanes | Control airflow and improve efficiency |
| Drive System | Belt-driven or direct-coupled motors; VFDs for speed control |
| Bearings | Grease or oil-lubricated bearings for high-speed operation |
| Silencer (optional) | Reduces noise generated by air intake |
| Parameter | Typical Range / Notes |
|---|---|
| Flow rate (Q) | 5,000 - 150,000+ m³/h |
| Static pressure (ΔP) | 500 - 1000 Pa |
| Air temperature | Ambient to 120°C (usually preheated via air preheater) |
| Efficiency | 75% - 85% |
| Fan type | Centrifugal (most common), axial for high-volume low-pressure systems |
| Material | Mild steel or stainless steel (for corrosion resistance) |
A Forced Draft (F.D.) Fan supplies pressurized fresh air into the combustion chamber. It provides the oxygen required for efficient fuel combustion while maintaining positive pressure inside the boiler or furnace.
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Impeller | Backward-curved or radial blades for high pressure rise |
| Casing | Spiral (scroll) housing; may be insulated for heat control |
| Inlet Guide Vanes | Control airflow and improve efficiency |
| Drive System | Belt-driven or direct-coupled motors; VFDs for speed control |
| Bearings | Grease or oil-lubricated bearings for high-speed operation |
| Silencer (optional) | Reduces noise generated by air intake |
| Parameter | Typical Range / Notes |
|---|---|
| Flow rate (Q) | 5,000 - 150,000+ m³/h |
| Static pressure (ΔP) | 500 - 1000 Pa |
| Air temperature | Ambient to 120°C (usually preheated via air preheater) |
| Efficiency | 75% - 85% |
| Fan type | Centrifugal (most common), axial for high-volume low-pressure systems |
| Material | Mild steel or stainless steel (for corrosion resistance) |