SPAL 30101517 16 in Medium Profile 1604 CFM 12V Straight Blade Pusher Fan IP68

Vehicle Fitment

• Universal Fitment - Compatible with automotive radiators, AC condensers, intercoolers, and heat exchangers across all vehicle types including cars, trucks, hot rods, muscle cars, street rods, and engine-swap builds requiring a 16 in. diameter / medium-profile 12V pusher fan where low-profile fan depth is insufficient for the required airflow

Fitment Notes

• Pusher (blower) orientation - mounts on the front face of the cooling core (radiator or condenser) and pushes air through from front to back; do not use in a puller configuration; the companion puller version is SPAL 30101516
• Overall outside dimensions are approximately 16.30 in. H x 15.75 in. W x 2.48 in. D (412 mm x 400 mm x 62 mm) - verify all clearances including depth between the cooling core face and any obstructions (bumper, grille, hood latch) before installation
• Medium-profile designation indicates an installation depth of approximately 2.48 in. (62 mm) - deeper than SPAL's low-profile 16 in. fans (2.05 in.) but shallower than SPAL's high-performance long-life motor fans; choose the medium-profile when maximum airflow is needed and more than 2.05 in. of front clearance is available
• Mounting hardware is not included - SPAL universal mounting kits (sold separately) or strap-style brackets are required; the fan features 4 mounting tabs for use with SPAL push-through mounting pins or custom bracket systems
• Wiring relay and thermostat/controller are not included and must be sourced separately; a 25A fuse at 13V is specified by SPAL for this fan; a relay and wiring harness should be used for proper installation; SPAL relay harness kits are sold separately
• Designed for 12V DC electrical systems only
• Sold individually (1x fan)

Features

• 1,604 CFM airflow output at 16 in. diameter in medium-profile form - delivers substantially higher airflow than SPAL's 16 in. low-profile fans without requiring the additional depth of SPAL's high-performance long-life motor series; ideal for custom radiator builds, engine swaps, and performance vehicles where total cooling capacity is critical and front clearance is limited to approximately 2.5 in.
• Medium-profile design at 2.48 in. (62 mm) installation depth - fills the gap between SPAL's low-profile (2.05 in.) and high-performance (3.45 in.+) 16 in. fan lines; chosen when a low-profile fan's output is insufficient but a full high-performance fan's depth cannot be accommodated
• IP68-rated fully sealed motor - meets IP68 waterproof and dustproof certification; motor is protected against water ingress and fine dust under all automotive operating conditions including rain, road wash, engine bay humidity, and pressure washing
• 10-blade straight blade design - straight blade geometry provides consistent, high-volume airflow in both standard and high static pressure radiator applications; well-suited as a single-fan primary pusher for radiators up to approximately 16 in. wide
• Individually balanced fan blade assembly - each SPAL fan is factory-balanced to minimize vibration, reduce bearing wear, and extend service life under continuous and temperature-cycled operation
• 11.0-12.9A rated current draw - efficient for the 1,604 CFM output at 16 in. diameter; allows use on vehicles with standard aftermarket relay setups without requiring heavy-gauge wiring upgrades beyond the fan manufacturer's specifications
• Medium-profile fans described by SPAL as optimized for maximum airflow in tight-space applications - the medium-profile motor design increases airflow capacity beyond the low-profile line while maintaining a compact enough depth for engine swap and custom build applications
• SPAL ISO/TS-16949 certified manufacturing - all aftermarket products manufactured to the same OEM-level quality and tolerance standards used in SPAL's supply to automotive, truck, bus, agricultural, military, and marine OEMs worldwide
• Made in Italy

Specifications

• Part Number: 30101517
• SPAL Model: VA18-AP51/C-41S
• UPC: 816211020313
• Fan Type: Pusher (Blower)
• Fan Profile: Medium Profile
• Blade Style: Straight Blade
• Blade Count: 10
• Fan Diameter: 16 in. (406.4 mm)
• Overall Height: Approx. 16.30 in. (412 mm)
• Overall Width: Approx. 15.75 in. (400 mm)
• Installation Depth: Approx. 2.48 in. (62 mm)
• Airflow: 1,604 CFM
• Voltage: 12V DC
• Amp Draw: 11.0-12.9A
• Recommended Fuse: 25A (at 13V)
• Motor Type: Brush (Standard)
• Motor Sealing: IP68 (Waterproof/Dustproof)
• Shroud Material: Black Plastic
• Mounting: 4-Tab (mounting hardware sold separately)
• Country of Manufacture: Italy
• ISO Certification: ISO/TS-16949
• Quantity: Sold individually

Included Components

• 1x SPAL 30101517 16 in. Medium-Profile Straight Blade Pusher Electric Fan (with integrated black plastic shroud)

Product Description

The SPAL 30101517 (model VA18-AP51/C-41S) is a 16 in. medium-profile electric pusher fan rated at 1,604 CFM and 12V DC, occupying the middle tier of SPAL's 16 in. fan lineup between the low-profile (2.05 in. deep, lower CFM) and the high-performance long-life motor series (3.45 in.+ deep, 2,000+ CFM). At 2.48 in. installation depth, it delivers meaningfully higher airflow than SPAL's 16 in. low-profile fans without requiring the depth that high-performance fans demand - making it the preferred choice for custom hot rod, engine swap, and performance street car builds where front clearance is measured rather than assumed. SPAL describes medium-profile fans as optimized for maximum airflow in tight-space applications, and the 30101517 is widely used in classic car restorations, muscle car conversions to electric cooling, and enthusiast builds where a single large pusher fan must provide primary radiator cooling.

The 10-blade straight blade design delivers 1,604 CFM through standard and moderately dense radiator cores with an amp draw of 11.0-12.9A - efficient enough for a standard relay and 25A fuse circuit without requiring heavy-gauge wiring infrastructure. The IP68-rated sealed motor is fully waterproof and dustproof, protecting against road wash, rain ingress, engine bay condensation, and pressure washing across the entire service life of the fan. Each fan is individually balanced at the factory to minimize vibration and maximize bearing longevity under the continuous cycling demanded by thermostat-controlled cooling applications. For builds where 1,604 CFM is insufficient, SPAL's 16 in. high-performance curved-blade fans (30102047, 30102048) provide 2,000+ CFM at increased depth.

Mounting hardware is not included and must be sourced separately - SPAL universal mounting pin kits and strap-style radiator brackets are compatible with the fan's 4-tab frame. A relay, wiring harness, and thermostat or temperature switch must also be sourced separately for a complete installation; SPAL specifies a 25A fuse at 13V for this fan. The companion puller version is SPAL part number 30101516. SPAL is an ISO/TS-16949 certified OEM manufacturer producing fans in Italy, and the 30101517 is backed by SPAL's manufacturer warranty.