Description
Product Introduction & Engineering Value
Airflow failures often appear as secondary equipment problems: overheating alarms, unstable vacuum performance, or reduced process efficiency. The AMETEK 117417-01 brushless DC bypass blower provides controlled airflow generation for systems requiring reliable vacuum or pressure support.
Built around AMETEK’s Windjammer blower technology, this unit is designed for OEM equipment where compact size, long operating life, and controlled speed operation are important. It is commonly maintained as a replacement component in specialized industrial, medical, and automation equipment.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMETEK Dynamic Fluid Solutions |
| Model Number | 117417-01 |
| Product Type | BLDC Bypass Blower |
| Motor Technology | Brushless DC motor |
| Configuration | Tangential bypass blower |
| Voltage Rating | 120 VAC |
| Power Rating | Approximately 800 W |
| Number of Stages | 3-stage design |
| Frame Size | 5.7 inch class / 145 mm blower family |
| Maximum Air Flow | Up to approximately 67 CFM |
| Control Method | Analog voltage or PWM speed control options |
| Protection Features | Thermal protection and locked rotor protection |
Field Application & The “Trench” Experience
A medical equipment manufacturer operating an older suction and evacuation system began receiving low-flow warnings during extended operation. The equipment would start normally, but airflow gradually dropped as the blower temperature increased.
The maintenance team checked filters, airflow restrictions, and control signals before identifying the aging blower assembly as the source of the performance decline. Replacing the failed unit with an AMETEK 117417-01 restored the required airflow output and returned the system to normal operating conditions.
Common application scenarios include:
- Medical vacuum evacuation equipment
- Industrial fume extraction systems
- Packaging machine air handling systems
- Semiconductor and laboratory equipment cooling systems
- OEM vacuum generation assemblies
AMETEK blower products are used across applications including medical devices, packaging equipment, printing equipment, chemical processing, and semiconductor-related systems.
Transparency SOP: QA & Testing
A blower assembly should be tested mechanically and electrically before being returned to service.
Inspection process:
1. Mechanical evaluation
- Check housing condition
- Inspect inlet and outlet ports
- Verify impeller rotation
- Check mounting points
2. Electrical verification
- Confirm input voltage compatibility
- Test motor startup response
- Verify control signal operation
- Check insulation condition
3. Performance testing
- Measure airflow output where test equipment is available
- Verify abnormal noise or vibration
- Confirm thermal behavior during operation
Each replacement unit should be matched against the original blower specifications before installation.
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The Veteran’s Tech Trap Guide
⚠️ Do not match blowers only by voltage.
A 120 VAC blower with similar dimensions may have different airflow curves, control methods, or mounting configurations.
⚠️ Check bypass versus through-flow design.
AMETEK offers multiple blower architectures. Installing the wrong airflow configuration can affect cooling performance and equipment operation.
⚠️ Control signals are easy to overlook.
Some systems use analog voltage control while others use PWM control. A wiring mismatch can make a new blower appear defective.
PRO TIP: Record the original blower’s airflow direction, control wiring, voltage rating, and startup behavior before removal.
Dynamic FAQ
Q1. What is the AMETEK 117417-01 used for?
The 117417-01 is a BLDC bypass blower designed to provide airflow for vacuum and pressure applications in OEM equipment.
Q2. Is the 117417-01 a motor only or a complete blower assembly?
The 117417-01 is identified as a complete blower assembly rather than only a replacement motor.
Q3. What voltage does the AMETEK 117417-01 require?
The unit is listed as a 120 VAC BLDC bypass blower with approximately 800 W power rating.
Q4. Can I replace another AMETEK blower with the 117417-01?
Replacement depends on airflow requirements, voltage, mounting dimensions, control method, and the original equipment design.
Q5. Is the AMETEK 117417-01 available as new surplus or refurbished stock?
Availability depends on supplier inventory. Units may be offered as new surplus, tested used, or refurbished industrial spare components.
Q6. What should be checked after installing a replacement blower?
Verify airflow direction, electrical connections, speed control response, operating temperature, vibration level, and system performance before returning equipment to production.
Q7. What warranty is normally provided for AMETEK 117417-01?
Warranty coverage depends on supplier condition classification. New surplus and refurbished blower assemblies generally have different warranty terms that should be confirmed before purchase.
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