Military-Grade Avionics Cooling Fans & Small DC Fans

Engineered for Avionics, Missile Guidance, and Space-Constrained Defense Chassis.
When a missile guidance module gives you 30mm of clearance and a -55°C cold-start requirement, standard fans simply don't make the cut. Perseus Small DC Fans were built around exactly this constraint — delivering high-static-pressure forced-air cooling in the most space-limited defense assemblies, where every gram and every millimeter of clearance is already spoken for.

These units are designed to penetrate high-density heat sinks and narrow airflow channels, providing targeted thermal management for densely packed avionics, electro-optic systems, and missile-borne electronics. From 30mm UAV payloads to shipboard communication cabinets, the Minipro / Superpro / Ultrapro series covers the full range of compact defense thermal challenges.

Core Technical Features

  • High-Static-Pressure Blade Geometry:

    The blade profiles are optimized to deliver consistent static pressure output across the full impedance range of sealed enclosures — ensuring reliable cooling even when fin-stack resistance shifts due to dust loading or filter degradation over extended deployment cycles.
  • MIL-STD-810H Shock & Vibration:

    Qualification planning references MIL-STD-810H Method 516.8 for 40g shock (11ms, three-axis, six-direction) and Method 514.8 for vibration endurance. Fan bearings use preloaded designs that maintain rotational integrity through launch events and high-G maneuvers.
  • -55°C to +85°C Operating Range:

    Designed for model-specific cold-start and wide-temperature operation from -55°C to +85°C when required by the program. Qualification planning can reference MIL-STD-810H Method 502.7 and Method 501.7, with altitude derating reviewed separately against the platform pressure profile.
  • SWaP-Optimized Compact Footprint:

    Operating voltage range DC 5–48V. Frame sizes start at 40mm with IP68 ingress protection rated to MIL-STD-810H Method 512.6 — light enough for UAV sensor payloads and missile guidance bays where weight directly impacts mission range.

Typical Applications

  • Compact radar modules in UAVs and tactical aircraft leave minimal space for cooling. The Minipro and Superpro series deliver the static pressure needed to push air through dense fin arrays where high resistance levels exceed the capability of standard axial fans.
    
    Airborne Radar Thermal
    Management
  • EO/IR targeting pods generate localized heat in sealed, vibration-exposed housings. The IP68-rated configurations handle both the thermal load and ingress protection requirements simultaneously — without requiring a separate sealing solution.
    
    Electro-Optic Targeting
    Systems
  • Sealed guidance modules generate concentrated heat in cavities under 40mm. The Minipro's MIL-STD-810H shock rating and IP68 sealing keep cooling active through launch acceleration and terminal phase maneuvers.
    
    Missile Guidance and Control
    Electronics
  • Naval racks face salt-fog corrosion, high humidity, and continuous low-frequency vibration. Qualification planning references MIL-STD-810H Method 509.7 for 96-hour neutral salt spray and 192-hour acidic salt spray, ensuring long service intervals in maritime environments.
    
    Shipboard Communication
    Cabinets

Series Selection Guide

SeriesFrame SizeMax Airflow (CFM)Power Range (W)
Minipro30–40mm38.600.70–27.20
Superpro50–60mm68.392.04–30.80
Ultrapro70–80mm145.831.92–106.40

Model Reference

Below are representative models — one per series — illustrating key performance parameters and environmental adaptabilities. Each PQ curve shows measured static pressure vs. airflow at rated voltage.
Model

Minipro PCG27FZW39-10G-AA

30mm x 30mm x 10mm Frame
12V DC Platform
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Core Electrical & Performance Parameters

Parameter Specification
Rated Voltage 12V DC
Voltage Range 10-13.5V DC
Operating Current (Free Air) 0.06A
Rated Power (Free Air) 0.72W
Rated Rotational Speed 9,800 RPM +/-15%
Max Airflow 4.82 CFM / 8.18 m3/h
Max Static Pressure 3.16 mmH2O / 30.96 Pa
Acoustic Noise 26.3 dB(A), Max 27.2 dB(A)
Speed Control Mode N/A
Output Signal N/A
Rotation Direction Counterclockwise, viewed from impeller side

Mechanical & Environmental Parameters

Parameter Specification
Frame Size 30mm x 30mm x 10mm
Frame / Impeller Material Engineering-polymer configuration; final material by selected variant
Bearing Type Dual ball bearing
Weight 11g
Protection Rating IP68 configuration option
Lead Interface AWG26 power leads; signal leads optional by configuration
Insulation Resistance >=10MOhm at 500V DC, frame-to-lead
Dielectric Withstand <1mA at 500V DC, frame-to-lead
L10 Life >=50,000h at 40C, 15-65% RH
Operating Temperature Range -55C to +85C
Storage Temperature Range -55C to +85C
Salt Fog Exposure 96h neutral salt spray profile
Humidity Exposure 95% +/-5% RH, 10 cycles of 24h
Rain Exposure Intensified rain exposure, 40min per side
Sand & Dust Exposure Dust and sand blowing exposure profile
Low Pressure / Altitude Altitude profile listed in source test requirements; final method by program plan
Mechanical Shock 30g peak, 11ms sawtooth, 18 total shocks
Acceleration 9g performance / 13.5g structural profile
Temperature Shock -55C to +85C, transfer time <1min, 3 cycles

P-Q Curve — PCG27FZW39-10G-AA @ 12V DC

At nominal input conditions, this reference curve maps static pressure from 0-3.16 mmH2O against airflow from 0-4.82 CFM. Use it for first-pass operating-point review; full-resolution P-Q curves, CAD files, and product-specific datasheets are available for qualified RFQ review.

P-Q curve for PCG27FZW39-10G-AA

Model

Superpro PCG54FZW511-25G-AF

60mm x 60mm x 25mm Frame
28V DC Platform
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Core Electrical & Performance Parameters

Parameter Specification
Rated Voltage 28V DC
Voltage Range 18-32V DC
Operating Current (Free Air) <=0.45A
Starting Current <=1.50A
Rated Power (Free Air) <=12.60W
Rated Rotational Speed 11,000 RPM +/-10%
Max Airflow 47.9 CFM / 81.3 m3/h
Max Static Pressure 29.3 mmH2O / 287.1 Pa
Acoustic Noise 52.0 dB(A), Max 55.0 dB(A)
Speed Control Mode PWM
Output Signal RD (Rotation Detector)
Rotation Direction Counterclockwise, viewed from impeller side

Mechanical & Environmental Parameters

Parameter Specification
Frame Size 60mm x 60mm x 25mm
Frame / Impeller Material Aluminum alloy or PPO configuration; final material by selected variant
Bearing Type Dual ball bearing
Weight 105g +/-5%
Protection Rating IP67 configuration option
Lead Interface AWG24 power, RD, and PWM leads; >=300mm lead length
Insulation Resistance >=10MOhm at 500V DC, frame-to-lead
High-Temperature Life >=1,000h at +70C operating condition
Operating Temperature Range -55C to +70C
Storage Temperature Range -55C to +70C
Salt Fog Exposure 96h neutral salt spray profile
Humidity Exposure 95% +/-5% RH, 10 cycles of 24h
Rain Exposure Drip-rain exposure profile
Sand & Dust Exposure Dust-settling exposure profile
Mechanical Shock 20g peak, 11ms sawtooth, 18 total shocks
Temperature Shock -55C to +70C, 2h dwell, 3 cycles
EMC Planning Reference CE102 / RE102 review listed in source requirements; final limits by platform test plan

P-Q Curve — PCG54FZW511-25G-AF @ 28V DC

At nominal input conditions, this reference curve maps static pressure from 0-29.3 mmH2O against airflow from 0-47.9 CFM. Use it for first-pass operating-point review; full-resolution P-Q curves, CAD files, and product-specific datasheets are available for qualified RFQ review.

P-Q curve for PCG54FZW511-25G-AF

Model

Ultrapro PCG74FZW56-38G-AE

80mm x 80mm x 38mm Frame
28V DC Platform
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Core Electrical & Performance Parameters

Parameter Specification
Rated Voltage 28V DC
Voltage Range 18-32V DC
Operating Current (Free Air) 0.43A
Peak Current <=0.86A
Rated Power (Free Air) 12.04W
Rated Rotational Speed 6,300 RPM +/-10%
Max Airflow 88.78 CFM / 150.74 m3/h
Max Static Pressure 20.14 mmH2O / 197.37 Pa
Acoustic Noise 53.0 dB(A)
Speed Control Mode PWM
Output Signal FG (Frequency Generator)
Rotation Direction Counterclockwise, viewed from impeller side

Mechanical & Environmental Parameters

Parameter Specification
Frame Size 80mm x 80mm x 38mm
Frame / Impeller Material Aluminum alloy or PPO configuration; final material by selected variant
Bearing Type Dual ball bearing
Weight 245g
Protection Rating IP68 configuration option
Lead Interface AWG24 power, FG, and PWM leads
Insulation Resistance >=10MOhm at 500V DC, frame-to-lead
L10 Life >=50,000h at 40C, 15-65% RH
Operating Temperature Range -55C to +95C
Storage Temperature Range -55C to +85C
Salt Fog Exposure 192h acidic salt spray profile
Humidity Exposure 95% +/-5% RH, 10 cycles of 24h
Rain Exposure Intensified rain exposure, 40min per side
Sand & Dust Exposure Dust and sand blowing exposure profile
Low Pressure / Altitude Altitude profile listed in source test requirements; final method by program plan
Mechanical Shock 30g peak, 11ms sawtooth, 18 total shocks
Acceleration 9g performance / 13.5g structural profile
Temperature Shock -60C to +95C, 2h dwell, 3 cycles
EMC Planning Reference MIL-STD-461G CE102 / RE102 planning reference; final limits by platform test plan

P-Q Curve — PCG74FZW56-38G-AE @ 28V DC

At nominal input conditions, this reference curve maps static pressure from 0-20.14 mmH2O against airflow from 0-88.78 CFM. Use it for first-pass operating-point review; full-resolution P-Q curves, CAD files, and product-specific datasheets are available for qualified RFQ review.

P-Q curve for PCG74FZW56-38G-AE

Full-resolution PQ curves, CAD models (STEP/IGES), and complete datasheets for all models are available upon RFQ.


This reference covers one model in one frame size. The full Minipro / Superpro / Ultrapro library includes 50+ validated configurations across 30mm–80mm frames, with custom voltage, airflow, and connector options.