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VENTS VDO Series • 400 to 1250 mm (300°C/2h & 400°C/2h, 60 Hz)

VDO Axial Smoke Extraction Fan

Certified high-temperature axial smoke extraction fans for emergency fire smoke evacuation (300°C/2h and 400°C/2h EN 12101-3) and dual-duty ventilation across car parks, commercial buildings, and industrial plants in Saudi Arabia.

Life-Safety NoticeEmergency smoke extraction vs. stair pressurisation

The VENTS VDO is a certified high-temperature axial smoke extraction fan engineered specifically to extract hot smoke and toxic combustion gases (tested for 2 hours at 300°C or 400°C) from enclosed car parks, high-rise buildings, atriums, and industrial facilities. For stairwell or lobby pressurisation, a separate positive-pressure supply fan (such as the VPVO series) must be selected. Smoke fan selection requires operating airflow at system design static pressure, not free-air CFM alone. Need general clean-air ventilation? Explore VMD-A Axial Fans.

VENTS VDO cylindrical axial smoke extraction fan with heavy-gauge steel casing and cast aluminium impeller
VENTS VDO Axial Smoke Extraction Fan
Certified 300°C/2h & 400°C/2h fire endurance
Documented 60 Hz aerodynamic curves (400–1250 mm)
Full VDO order codes & consultant submittal support
Fan Category
High-Temperature Axial Smoke Extraction Fan
Product Series
VENTS VDO Series
Fire Resistance Class
300°C / 2 Hours (-300/2) & 400°C / 2 Hours (-400/2)
Casing Diameter Range
400 to 1,250 mm (16 to 50 inch)
Airflow Capacity Range
Up to 125,000 m³/h (73,570 CFM catalogue range)
Electrical Supply
3~400V 60Hz (3~380–400V 60Hz project nameplates)

Life-Safety Selection & Civil Defense Compliance Mandate

CRITICAL LIFE-SAFETY SELECTION DIRECTIVE: Smoke-control fans are emergency life-safety equipment governed by strict building and fire codes (including Saudi Civil Defense requirements). Simplified free-air CFM estimates cannot be used for procurement. Every fan must be custom-selected from manufacturer-certified 60 Hz performance curves matching the required operating airflow at total system static pressure (accounting for duct resistance, smoke density reduction at 300°C/400°C, and fire dampers). System approval requires project consultant review and third-party fire-test certificates.

Application Check

Is the VDO smoke fan suitable for your fire safety project?

Review approved high-temperature smoke-extraction duties, dual-duty normal exhaust options, and required positive-pressure supply exclusions.

Approved High-Temperature Smoke Duty
Approved Smoke Extraction
  • Enclosed commercial and residential car park smoke clearance and heat exhaust
  • High-rise commercial building smoke-spill shafts and refuge floor exhaust
  • Industrial plant, turbine hall, and manufacturing emergency smoke evacuation
  • Large public atriums, shopping mall smoke reservoirs, and logistics warehouse fire extraction
Dual-Duty Normal Exhaust + Fire Mode
Dual-Mode Operation
  • Two-speed motors (e.g. 4/8-pole or 4/6-pole) providing daily energy-efficient general ventilation
  • Continuous operation in ambient temperatures from -60°C to +50°C (climatic category U1/T1)
  • Immediate high-speed switchover to emergency 2-hour smoke extraction upon fire alarm signal
  • Dedicated fire-mode control panels with VFD bypass and thermal overload bypass
Pressurisation & Severe Airstream Exclusions
Separate Series Required
  • Positive-pressure stairwell or elevator lobby pressurisation (requires dedicated VPVO supply series)
  • Flammable vapors, fuel storage tanks, or ATEX/IECEx hazardous explosive atmospheres
  • Commercial kitchen grease hood exhaust (requires dedicated Upblast Roof Fans with grease drain)
  • Highly corrosive chemical acid exhaust (standard casing is powder-coated heavy steel)
Verified Configurations

VDO Series Documented Selection Schedule (60 Hz)

Representative documented configurations from the VENTS 60 Hz smoke ventilation catalogue. Each row specifies the exact complete order code, motor power, pole count, blade configuration, fire class, operating flow range at design pressure, and curve reference.

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Full VDO Order CodeDiameterPoles / RPMMotor PowerBlade SetupVoltage (60Hz)Fire RatingOperating Flow @ Static PressureCurve RefApproval Docs
VDO-500-2D/3-5/31,5/AL-300/2-60Hz500 mm (20")2-pole (3,456 RPM)3.0 kW5 blades / 31.5° / AL3~400 V300°C / 2 Hours6,000–9,500 m³/h @ 200–500 Pap. 22 (Curve 4)Submittal & Test Cert
VDO-500-4D/0,75-4/45/AL-400/2-60Hz500 mm (20")4-pole (1,728 RPM)0.75 kW4 blades / 45.0° / AL3~400 V400°C / 2 Hours3,500–5,500 m³/h @ 80–180 Pap. 22 (Curve 6)Submittal & Test Cert
VDO-630-2D/5,5-6/30/AL-300/2-60Hz630 mm (25")2-pole (3,456 RPM)5.5 kW6 blades / 30.0° / AL3~400 V300°C / 2 Hours11,000–18,500 m³/h @ 300–750 Pap. 30 (Curve 3)Submittal & Test Cert
VDO-630-4D/2,2-6/30/AL-400/2-60Hz630 mm (25")4-pole (1,728 RPM)2.2 kW6 blades / 30.0° / AL3~400 V400°C / 2 Hours7,000–11,500 m³/h @ 100–260 Pap. 30 (Curve 3)Submittal & Test Cert
VDO-710-4D/4-8/30/AL-400/2-60Hz710 mm (28")4-pole (1,728 RPM)4.0 kW8 blades / 30.0° / AL3~400 V400°C / 2 Hours12,000–20,000 m³/h @ 120–350 Pap. 36 (Curve 3)Submittal & Test Cert
VDO-800-4D/7,5-6/35/AL-300/2-60Hz800 mm (32")4-pole (1,728 RPM)7.5 kW6 blades / 35.0° / AL3~400 V300°C / 2 Hours18,000–29,000 m³/h @ 150–420 Pap. 42 (Curve 4)Submittal & Test Cert
VDO-800-4D/11-8/30/AL-400/2-60Hz800 mm (32")4-pole (1,728 RPM)11.0 kW8 blades / 30.0° / AL3~400 V400°C / 2 Hours22,000–35,000 m³/h @ 200–550 Pap. 42 (Curve 5)Submittal & Test Cert
VDO-900-4D/15-8/35/AL-400/2-60Hz900 mm (36")4-pole (1,728 RPM)15.0 kW8 blades / 35.0° / AL3~400 V400°C / 2 Hours28,000–44,000 m³/h @ 220–600 Pap. 48 (Curve 4)Submittal & Test Cert
VDO-1000-4D/22-8/35/AL-400/2-60Hz1,000 mm (40")4-pole (1,728 RPM)22.0 kW8 blades / 35.0° / AL3~400 V400°C / 2 Hours38,000–58,000 m³/h @ 250–700 Pap. 54 (Curve 4)Submittal & Test Cert
VDO-1120-4D/30-8/35/AL-400/2-60Hz1,120 mm (44")4-pole (1,728 RPM)30.0 kW8 blades / 35.0° / AL3~400 V400°C / 2 Hours50,000–78,000 m³/h @ 280–750 Pap. 60 (Curve 3)Submittal & Test Cert
VDO-1250-4D/45-9/30/AL-400/2-60Hz1,250 mm (50")4-pole (1,728 RPM)45.0 kW9 blades / 30.0° / AL3~400 V400°C / 2 Hours75,000–112,000 m³/h @ 300–850 Pap. 72 (Curve 3)Submittal & Test Cert
VDO-1250-6D/30-9/30/AL-400/2-60Hz1,250 mm (50")6-pole (1,152 RPM)30.0 kW9 blades / 30.0° / AL3~400 V400°C / 2 Hours55,000–85,000 m³/h @ 150–450 Pap. 72 (Curve 2)Submittal & Test Cert
Operating Curve Selection Mandatory: The values above illustrate representative aerodynamic operating points from the official VDO 60 Hz catalogue curves. Final fan selection for Civil Defense submittals must be tailored to your project's calculated operating airflow and external static pressure drop, including ductwork, fire dampers, and sound attenuator losses. Contact our engineering team to generate the verified fan selection sheet with cold-mode and hot-mode operating lines.
Dimensions & Casing Schedule

VDO Casing Dimensions & Flange Drilling Schedule

Dimensions in millimeters for casing inside diameter (ØD), pitch circle diameter (ØD1), flange outer diameter (ØD2), bolt hole diameter (Ød), hole count (n), overall width (W), standard casing length (L), and shortened casing length (LK).

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Model SizeInside ØD (mm)Pitch Circle ØD1 (mm)Flange Outer ØD2 (mm)Hole Ød (mm)Holes (n)Overall Width W (mm)Length L (Std)Length LK (Short)Mass Range (kg)
VDO-400...400 mm450 mm490 mm8.0 mm12 holes525 mm400 mm300 mm22 - 38 kg
VDO-450...450 mm500 mm540 mm8.0 mm12 holes580 mm400 mm300 mm25 - 45 kg
VDO-500...500 mm560 mm600 mm12.0 mm12 holes620 mm400 / 500 mm350 mm27 - 61 kg
VDO-560...560 mm620 mm660 mm12.0 mm12 holes680 mm500 mm350 mm38 - 85 kg
VDO-630...630 mm690 mm730 mm12.0 mm12 holes750 mm500 / 600 mm400 mm48 - 120 kg
VDO-710...710 mm770 mm810 mm12.0 mm16 holes845 mm600 / 700 mm450 mm65 - 165 kg
VDO-800...800 mm860 mm900 mm12.0 mm16 holes925 mm600 / 750 mm500 mm85 - 240 kg
VDO-900...900 mm970 mm1015 mm15.0 mm16 holes1025 mm700 / 850 mm550 mm110 - 320 kg
VDO-1000...1000 mm1070 mm1115 mm15.0 mm16 holes1140 mm750 / 950 mm600 mm140 - 450 kg
VDO-1120...1120 mm1190 mm1270 mm15.0 mm20 holes1280 mm800 / 1100 mm650 mm180 - 620 kg
VDO-1250...1250 mm1320 mm1400 mm15.0 mm20 holes1450 mm900 / 1250 mm750 mm240 - 890 kg
VDO Full Order Code Designation Key
Decoding Guide
Diagram explaining diameter, poles, motor kW, blade angle, and fire rating
VENTS VDO full order code breakdown diagram and engineering designation guide
VDO Complete Mounting & Fire Accessories Scheme
Installation
Layout of fire-rated flexible joints, dampers, silencers, and brackets
VDO axial smoke extraction fan installation accessories layout
Engineering Support

Smoke-Control Engineering & Selection Principles

Key technical considerations regarding life-safety smoke exhaust vs. stair pressurisation, fire temperature classes, motor pole speeds, and smoke air density corrections.

VDO Smoke Extraction vs. VPVO Pressurisation
VDO is engineered strictly for hot smoke and combustion gas extraction (negative pressure exhaust). VPVO (covered in separate catalogue sections) is an overpressure supply fan engineered to inject clean outside air into escape stairwells and elevator shafts.
300°C/2h vs. 400°C/2h Fire Resistance Ratings
Ratings reflect independent laboratory furnace testing under EN 12101-3. Select '-300/2' (F300) for standard car parks and commercial buildings where code requires 300°C for 2 hours, or '-400/2' (F400) for severe industrial, high-heat, or heavy fire-load shafts.
Single-Speed vs. Dual-Speed (Dual-Duty Mode)
Single-speed fans operate strictly upon fire alarm activation. Dual-speed fans (e.g. 4/8-pole Dahlander or separate windings) run continuously at low speed for everyday parking garage ventilation, switching instantly to high speed during fire emergencies.
Smoke Air Density & Static Pressure Calculation
Hot smoke has significantly lower density (~0.62 kg/m³ at 300°C vs 1.2 kg/m³ at 20°C). Cold commissioning tests require more motor power than hot operation; motors must be sized to prevent overload during cold testing and emergency operation.
Key Features

VENTS VDO Series Engineering Highlights

Life-safety design characteristics of the high-temperature axial smoke extraction fan series.

Certified high-temperature fire resistance rating for 2 hours at 300°C (-300/2) or 400°C (-400/2)

Full catalogue aerodynamic performance curves verified for 60 Hz operations up to 125,000 m³/h

High-strength cast aluminum alloy aerodynamic impeller blades with adjustable setting angles (20° to 45°)

Heavy-gauge cylindrical carbon steel casing with rolled flanges and durable industrial powder coating

Standard casing length (L) fully covering motor, or shortened casing (K) for restricted mechanical shafts

Three-phase electric motor (3~400V 60Hz) with Class H insulation and sealed IP55 terminal connection

Dual-duty capability supporting continuous ambient ventilation (-60°C to +50°C) and emergency fire mode

Complete matching fire-rated accessories including VVGF-VO...400/2 flexible joints and KOM-VO...400/2 dampers

Specifications

Category Technical Specifications

Comprehensive engineering specifications for VDO high-temperature axial smoke extraction fans.

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SpecificationEngineering Details
Product CategoryInline Fan / Axial Fan
Product TypeHigh-Temperature Axial Smoke Extraction Fan
Model SeriesVENTS VDO Series (VDO-400 to VDO-1250)
Casing Sizes Available400, 450, 500, 560, 630, 710, 800, 900, 1000, 1120, and 1250 mm
Airflow Volume Range3,500 to 125,000 m³/h (2,060 to 73,570 CFM catalogue range)
Static Pressure CapabilityUp to 1,500 Pa depending on diameter, blade angle, and motor speed
Fire Resistance Rating300°C / 2 Hours (-300/2) and 400°C / 2 Hours (-400/2) EN 12101-3 references
Continuous Operating Temp-60°C up to +50°C ambient air (climatic category U1/T1)
Motor SpecificationThree-phase squirrel-cage induction motor, Class H insulation, IP55 ingress protection
Electrical Supply3~400V 60Hz (3~380–400V 60Hz project submittal nameplates)
Impeller ConstructionDynamically balanced hub with cast aluminum alloy aerodynamic profile blades
Casing ConstructionHeavy-gauge rolled steel casing with integral metric flanges, polymer powder finish
Fire-Rated Assembly

Standard Inclusions vs. Certified Fire-Rated Accessories

Base fan scope vs. matching high-temperature flexible joints, fire dampers, and silencers certified for emergency smoke service.

Standard Inclusions (Base Fan)
Supplied with every base VDO smoke extraction fan assembly
  • Heavy-Gauge Rolled Steel Cylindrical Casing with Integral Connecting Flanges
  • Cast Aluminum Alloy Axial Impeller with Preset Factory Blade Angle
  • High-Temperature Fire-Rated Three-Phase Electric Motor (Class H / IP55)
  • External Sealed Electrical Terminal Box Mounted on Casing Exterior
  • Factory Anti-Corrosion Industrial Polymeric Powder Coating (VENTS Blue)
  • Factory Dynamic Balancing Certificate & Quality Inspection Sheet
Certified Fire-Rated Accessories (Quoted Separately)
Specify matching certified 400°C/2h accessories during quotation review
  • VVGF-VO...400/2 High-Temperature Fire-Rated Flexible Duct Connectors (400°C / 2h)
  • KOM-VO...400/2 High-Temperature Fire-Rated Smoke Backdraft Dampers (400°C / 2h)
  • F-VO Matching Circular Steel Counter-Flanges for Duct Connection
  • SR / SRV Cylindrical Duct Attenuators / Silencers for Acoustic Attenuation
  • O-VO Heavy-Duty Floor & Wall Mounting Brackets / Carriers
  • VVCp / VVCr Heavy-Duty Spring & Rubber Anti-Vibration Isolator Mounts
  • ST-VO Rooftop Mounting Curbs and VK-VO / VD-VO Weather Exhaust Cowls
Applications

Where VDO Smoke Extraction Fans Are Deployed

High-temperature emergency smoke removal and dual-duty ventilation across commercial, residential, and industrial facilities.

Car park smoke extraction

Evacuates thick combustion smoke, CO, and hot toxic gases from enclosed garages

Smoke-spill building shafts

Discharges hot fire gases through vertical masonry and metal duct shafts

Atrium smoke reservoirs

Extracts stratified hot smoke plumes collected under high architectural ceilings

Industrial plant safety

Provides emergency smoke evacuation for turbine rooms, boiler halls, and refineries

Dual-duty parking ventilation

Provides daily exhaust of vehicle fumes, boosting to high speed during fire emergencies

Refuge floor ventilation

Ensures smoke-free perimeter containment in designated high-rise refuge zones

Rooftop smoke discharge

Mounted on roof curbs with cowl accessories for vertical discharge to atmosphere

MEP submittal procurement

Supplied with full VDO code, factory curve, test certificate, and Saudi submittal

Stairwell & lobby pressurisation notice: VDO fans are dedicated negative-pressure smoke extraction fans. If your life-safety design specifies positive-pressure supply air for escape staircases or elevator lobbies, a dedicated pressurisation fan (such as the VPVO series) is required. For non-fire industrial ducted ventilation, explore our VMD-A Axial Inline Fan or VKF Inline Axial Duct Fan.
Selection support

What to Send for Correct VDO Smoke Fan Selection

Provide your operating airflow at external static pressure, required fire class (300°C/2h or 400°C/2h), operation mode (single or dual-speed), duct diameter, and delivery city in Saudi Arabia.

01

Required operating airflow in m³/h or CFM at actual design static pressure (not free-air CFM)

02

Total system external static pressure in Pa or in. w.g. (including ductwork, silencers, and dampers)

03

Fire resistance class: 300°C / 2 hours (-300/2) vs. 400°C / 2 hours (-400/2)

04

Operation mode: emergency fire-only (single speed) vs. dual-duty ventilation + smoke (two speed)

05

Nominal duct diameter: 400, 450, 500, 560, 630, 710, 800, 900, 1000, 1120, or 1250 mm

06

Electrical power supply: 3~400V 60Hz (confirm project submittal voltage 380V vs 400V)

07

Mounting arrangement: horizontal inline duct, vertical shaft, or rooftop curb installation

08

Certified accessories required: fire-rated flexible joints, fire dampers, silencers, or isolators

Downloads

Documents & Compliance Submittal Packages

Download the official VENTS VDO 60 Hz catalogue (PDF, 10.6 MB, 96 pages) and request official test certificates and technical submittals for Civil Defense approval.

Download VDO 60Hz catalogue (PDF, 10.6 MB)Download PDF
VDO Full Order Code Designation & Curve GuideRequest Guide
Fire Resistance Test Certificate (300°C/2h & 400°C/2h)Request Certificate
MEP Technical Submittal & Compliance PackageRequest Submittal
Cloud Electricals Saudi Commercial Compliance (CR/VAT/COC)Request Compliance
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FAQ

VDO Smoke Fan Questions

Authoritative answers for fire-safety consulting engineers, MEP contractors, Civil Defense inspectors, and procurement teams in Saudi Arabia.

A complete VDO order code follows the VENTS designation key: e.g. VDO-630K-2D/5,5-8/35/AL-U1-300/2-60 Hz. This identifies: series (VDO), casing diameter (630 mm), casing type (standard or K shortened), motor pole/speed (2-pole, three-phase D), motor power (5.5 kW), blade count (8 items), blade setting angle (35°), blade material (AL aluminum), climatic category (U1), fire rating (300°C/2h), and electrical frequency (60 Hz). Orders cannot be placed without this full engineering designation.

Quotation Request

Request VDO Smoke Extraction Fan Quotation

Send your required operating airflow (CFM or m³/h), design static pressure (Pa), fire rating (300°C/2h or 400°C/2h), speed mode, voltage, and project city in Saudi Arabia. Our smoke ventilation engineering team will generate certified curves and submittal packages.

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