Backward Inclined Centrifugal Blower, Belt Drive, Medium Volume

PowerFixed 2000 Blower BI/BC

High efficiency, non-overloading backward inclined centrifugal blower built around a heavy-duty continuously welded frame, robust V-belt drive, and multiple outlet orientations. For clean air and light fume applications.

Extremely Quiet Operation
BI: 17 Models, 509 to 34,877 CFM, Max 13.5" SP
BC: 7 Models, 2,514 to 74,520 CFM, Max 20" SP
AMCA Class 1, 2, 3, and 4 Certified Performance
Arrangement 1, 3, 8, 9, and 10 SWSI, and Arrangement 3 DWDI

PowerFixed 2000 Blower BI/BC

Capability

Common Applications

Commercial and Industrial Medium and High-Pressure Applications.

Airflow

Clean Air and Light Fumes from 509 CFM to 74,520 CFM. AMCA Class 1 up to 5" SP. AMCA Class 2 up to 8.5" SP. AMCA Class 3 up to 13.5" SP. AMCA Class 4 up to 20" SP.

Size Format

AMCA Arrangement 1, 3, 8, 9 and 10 SWSI: Single Width Single Inlet. AMCA Arrangement 3 DWDI: Double Width Double Inlet.

Wheel

Steel Backward Inclined Non-Overloading Wheel. Diameters 10.5" to 49". BI: Steel Flat Blade Wheel up to 34,877 CFM and 13.5" SP. BC: Steel Flat Blade Wheel up to 74,520 CFM and 20" SP.

Drive

Fixed or Adjustable Pitch V-Belt Sheave Drive. Premium Efficiency, 120 to 480VAC Single or Three Phase, NEMA Enclosure and Frame Size Motors.

Temperatures

Steel Wheel: 300°F max at full airflow capacity, 600°F max at 85% derated capacity. Aluminum Wheel option: 150°F max at full airflow capacity, 250°F max at 80% derated capacity.

Inlet

Circular Inlet Ring Diameter 12.875" to 52.25".

Outlet

Rectangular Outlet 11.75" H x 8" W to 52.625" H x 38.5" W.

Construction

Steel Sheet, Gray Powder-Coated Finish. AMCA Class 1, 2, 3 and 4. Indoor / Outdoor, Heavy-Duty.

Spark Resistance

Optional AMCA Spark A, B, or C Resistant Construction.

Approvals

AMCA Certified Performance on BI Models. ISO-9001 Certified Shop. AMCA Accredited In-House Test Laboratory (Standard 210, Fig 12 & 15).

PowerFixed 2000 Blower BI/BC

Available Models

Model

BI-105-1

BI-122-1

BI-135-1

BI-150-1

BI-165-1

BI-182-1

BI-200-1

BI-222-1

BI-245-1

BI-122-2

BI-135-2

BI-150-2

BI-165-2

BI-182-2

BI-200-2

BI-222-2

BI-245-2

BC-270SW

BC-300SW

BC-330SW

BC-365SW

BC-402SW

BC-445SW

BC-490SW

Wheel Diameter

10 1⁄2

12 1⁄4

13 1⁄2

15

16 1⁄2

18 1⁄4

20

22 1⁄4

24 1⁄2

12 1⁄4

13 1⁄2

15

16 1⁄2

18 1⁄4

20

22 1⁄4

24 1⁄2

27

30

33

36 1⁄2

40 1⁄4

44 1⁄2

49

Max CFM

3434

4633

5665

6912

8424

10255

12517

15266

18673

8669

10584

12902

15725

19152

23386

28526

34877

22626

27918

33804

41364

50274

61506

74520

Max SP

13.5

13.5

13.5

13.5

13.5

13.5

13.5

13.5

13.5

13.5

13.5

13.5

13.5

13.5

13.5

13.5

13.5

20

20

20

20

20

20

20

Max BHP

12.03

14.96

18.17

22.38

27.08

32.39

43.35

51.08

62.69

30.41

36.93

45.61

55.19

63.43

76.18

95.29

115.53

102.96

127.11

153.8

178.71

217.31

265.63

320

Inlet Area Sq. Ft.

0.894

0.921

1.108

1.374

1.67

2.02

2.435

3.015

3.65

1.842

2.216

2.748

3.34

4.04

4.87

6.03

7.3

4.43

5.469

6.618

8.11

9.85

12.05

14.61

Outlet Area Sq. Ft.

0.636

0.858

1.049

1.28

1.56

1.899

2.318

2.827

3.458

1.548

1.89

2.304

2.808

3.42

4.176

5.094

6.228

4.19

5.17

6.26

7.66

9.31

11.39

13.8

Max RPM

Class I

Class II

3623

4724

2978

3883

2702

3524

2458

3205

2235

2914

2044

2666

1866

2432

1661

2166

1508

1967

3045

3971

2762

3603

2478

3231

2252

2937

2054

2679

1875

2444

1652

2155

1501

1958

1402

1828

1262

1645

1147

1495

995

1297

902

1176

816

1064

741

966

Shaft Diameter ARR 1

Class I

Class II

3⁄4

1

1

1 3⁄16

1

1 3⁄16

1

1 3⁄16

1

1 3⁄16

1 3⁄16

1 7⁄16

1 3⁄16

1 7⁄16

1 3⁄16

1 11⁄16

1 7⁄16

1 11⁄16

1 3⁄16

1 7⁄16

1 3⁄16

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1 15⁄16

1 11⁄16

1 15⁄16

1 11⁄16

2 3⁄16

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Shaft Diameter ARR 3 Class I

Bearing

Wheel

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1 15⁄16

2 3⁄16

2 3⁄16

Shaft Diameter ARR 3 Class II

Bearing

Wheel

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Shaft Diameter ARR 7 Class I

Bearing

Wheel

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Shaft Diameter ARR 7 Class II

Bearing

Wheel

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Shaft Diameter ARR 8

Class I

Class II

3⁄4

1

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PowerFixed 2000 Blower BI/BC

Construction

Built for dependability and bare-minimum maintenance, Peerless' PowerFixed 2000 BI/BC series combines heavy-duty fabrication techniques with advanced engineering design for medium and high-pressure applications.

BI and BC Designations

The BI and BC designations both refer to flat blade, backward inclined, belt drive assemblies. The BI range offers small, lower pressure versions, while the BC range provides higher volume, higher pressure performance.

BI Wheel Diameters 10.5 to 24.5".
BC Wheel Diameters 27" to 49".
Higher Static Pressures Than Airfoil Blades.

Wheel

Peerless' highly efficient flat blade wheel uses die-cut blades that are fully welded to a spun wheel cone, balanced against a CNC laser-cut backplate and cast-iron hub.

Die-Cut Flat Blades on All Models.
Dynamic Factory Balanced.
Aerodynamic Spun Cone.
Riveted Back Plate.

Inlet

For low-turbulence inlet airflow and balanced rotation, our inlet cones are stamped or rolled from single sheets, free of seams and welds.

Rigid Streamlined Inlet.
Single-Piece Construction.

Frame

Indoor/outdoor, open-member steel frames keep motors, drivetrains, and wheels in alignment longer than formed sheet frames, resulting in longer maintenance intervals.

Fully-Welded Steel Frame.
Easy Maintenance Access.
Fewer Alignment Adjustments Needed.

Housing

All fan housings can be fully rotated to reposition the discharge at any of eight pre-drilled 45° intervals, allowing for a wide range of installation and ducting configurations.

45° Rotation Intervals.
BI Models offer Factory or Field Repositioning.
BC Models offer Factory Positioning Only.
BI Housing Rotation Does Not Require Rebalancing.

Drive System

The Backward Inclined Fan series features a V-Belt drive with cast iron adjustable pitch sheaves, heavy-duty motor base rails, ground and polished keyed shafts, and self-aligning normal duty bearings.

Adjustable Motor Base for Belt Tensioning.
Factory-Set RPM Available.
Multiple Motor Options.
100K Run Hour Bearings.

PowerFixed 2000 Blower BI/BC

Arrangements

Peerless' PowerFixed 2000 BI/BC series is available in Arrangement 1, 3, 8, 9 and 10 SWSI, and Arrangement 3 DWDI.

Arrangement 1 SWSI

AMCA Arrangement 1 SWSI features dual bearings mounted on a base frame, with an overhung fan impeller for use with belt or direct drives. For belt drive configurations, motor positions W, X, Y, and Z are available. Motor supports can be provided in the field or at the factory.

V-Belt Drive with Overhung Impeller.
SWSI Type: Single Width Single Inlet.
Normal Duty, 100k Run Hour Bearings.
Remote Mounted Motor.

Arrangement 3 SWSI

AMCA Arrangement 3 SWSI utilizes one bearing on either side of the fan impeller (two bearings total), for use with belt or direct drives. For belt drive configurations, motor positions W, X, Y, and Z are available. Motor supports can be provided in the field or at the factory.

V-Belt Drive with Fully Supported Impeller.
SWSI Type: Single Width Single Inlet.
Normal Duty, 100k Run Hour Bearings.
Remote Mounted Motor.

Arrangement 8 SWSI

AMCA Arrangement 8 SWSI is comparable to Arrangement 1, however adds a separate motor pedestal at the end of the impeller shaft, allowing for a direct drive installation coupled with dual external bearings.

Direct Drive with Overhung Impeller.
SWSI Type: Single Width Single Inlet.
Ball/Roller Bearings.
Onboard, Pedestal-Mount Motor.

Arrangement 9 SWSI

AMCA Arrangement 9 SWSI utilizes dual bearings mounted on a base frame, with an overhung fan impeller for use with belt drives. The motor is mounted outside of the frame or pedestal.

V-Belt Drive with Overhung Impeller.
​​SWSI Type: Single Width Single Inlet.
Normal Duty, 100K Run Hour Bearings.
Onboard Motor.

Arrangement 10 SWSI

AMCA Arrangement 10 SWSI features a space-efficient, packaged design with an onboard motor mounted within the fan's bearing pedestal.

V-Belt Drive with Overhung Impeller.
SWSI Type: Single Width Single Inlet.
Ball/Roller Bearings.
Onboard Motor.

Arrangement 3 DWDI

AMCA Arrangement 3 DWDI uses a dual-width impeller setup with one bearing on either side of the fan impeller pair (two bearings total), for use with belt or direct drives. For belt drive configurations, motor positions W, X, Y, and Z are available. Motor supports can be provided in the field or at the factory.

V-Belt Drive with Fully Supported Impeller.
DWSI Type: Double Width Double Inlet.
Normal Duty, 100K Run Hour Bearings.
Remote Mounted Motor.

PowerFixed 2000 Blower BI/BC

Options

Safety, performance, and maintenance can all be improved with the below options available on the Peerless PowerFixed 2000 BI/BC series.

Radial Inlet Vane

Radial Inlet Vanes smooth airflow turbulence, reduce noise, and improve fan performance. Duct-type vanes can be provided for all sizes.

Improve Aerodynamics.
Reduce Noise.
Automatic or Manual Control.
Locking Operator on Manual Vanes.

Safety Screen

For applications where either the inlet or outlet are not ducted away, a Safety Screen constructed of heavy gauge metal wire mesh can be added to protect against objects entering the housing.

Personnel and Fan Protection.
Heavy Gauge Steel Wire Mesh.
Securely Bolted to Flange Connection.

Belt Guard

Our heavy-duty Belt Guard is fabricated from expanded metal and installed over the V-belt drive end of the fan, providing personnel protection from the drive's moving parts.

Added Personnel Protection.
Covers All Rotating Parts.
SWSI Guards Expanded Metal Mesh or Solid Sheet.
DWDI Guards Expanded Metal Mesh.

Outlet Damper

Protecting the fan from backdrafts, rain and snow, our corrosion-resistant Outlet Damper securely attaches to the fan outlet. Outlet Dampers are not available with mesh screens.

Protects Against Backdrafts.
Holds Weather Out.
Steel, Aluminum, Corrosion Resistant.
Manual or Automatic Operation.

Access Doors

For easy inspection and cleaning, bolted Access Doors can be provided around the perimeter of the fan housing. Our gasketed doors can be provided with bolted or quick-release clamp hardware.

Quick Inspection Access.
Gasketed Doors.
Quick Release Clamps.

Heat Slinger

At temperatures above 250°F, a Heat Slinger can be added to dissipate heat transmitted through the impeller shaft, protecting bearings from overheating.

Improves Bearing Life.
Dissipates Heat Build-Up.
High Surface Area.

Spark Resistance

For applications where hazardous gases or other ignitable conditions exist, Peerless offers fully Spark-Resistant Construction and explosion-proof motors per AMCA Spark A, B, and C hazard classifications.

Hazardous Condition Protection.
AMCA Spark A, B, C.
Explosion Proof Motors.

Motors

Peerless can provide nearly any special motor specification, including multi-speed windings, stainless steel casings, washdown and other environmental ratings, inverter duty, explosion proof, IEC and other frame sizes, and more.

Any Compatible Motor Can Be Provided.
Domestic or International Frames.
Special Environment Ratings.

Other Accessories

Additional Peerless Backward Inclined Fan accessories include drain fittings, flanged inlet and outlet connections, and multiple paint and coating finish options.

Paint and Coating Options.
Flanged Connections.
And More!

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