SPAL 30102047 16 in High Performance 2036 CFM 12V Straight Blade Pusher Fan LL

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, race cars, and off-road vehicles requiring a 16 in. diameter high-performance 12V pusher fan with maximum airflow capacity

Fitment Notes

• Pusher (blower) orientation only - mounts on the front face of the cooling core and pushes air through from front to back; this fan is not available in a puller version; the companion straight-blade puller is SPAL 30102120 (VA18-AP70/LL-86A)
• Overall outside dimensions are 16.22 in. H x 15.63 in. W x 3.45 in. D (412 mm x 397 mm x 88 mm) - the 3.45 in. installation depth reflects the Long-Life (LL) motor; verify all clearances before installation, particularly the distance between the cooling core face and any forward obstruction
• Mounting pins are NOT included - 4x SPAL Fan Mounting Pin Kit (30130013) are required per fan and must be purchased separately; SPAL plastic slide-on bracket extensions are also available for offset mounting
• Uses SPAL FRPT wiring plug connector - verify connector compatibility with your relay harness or plan for an appropriate adapter; SPAL relay harness kits (FRH, 185FH, 195FH) are compatible per SPAL documentation
• For off-road vehicle applications, CBR aluminum fan support brackets are strongly recommended to reinforce the plastic shroud webbing against damage from vibration and trail impacts
• Wiring relay and thermostat/controller are not included and must be sourced separately; a 30A fuse at 13V is specified by SPAL for this fan; however, due to startup inrush current, SPAL technical staff have recommended a 40A fuse in field applications - consult SPAL tech support at 1-800-454-7725 for installation-specific fuse and relay guidance
• Designed for 12V DC electrical systems only
• Sold individually (1x fan)

Features

• 2,036 CFM at 0" static pressure in a 16 in. footprint - the highest straight-blade airflow output in SPAL's standard 16 in. high-performance fan lineup; delivers primary radiator cooling capacity for high-powered street, strip, and off-road builds where a single fan must handle substantial heat rejection load
• Long-Life (LL) motor - the VA18-AP70/LL designation indicates SPAL's Long-Life brushed motor, a physically larger and more powerful motor than the standard "C" and medium-profile motors used in SPAL's 30100401 and 30101517 fans; the LL motor produces a flatter airflow curve at higher static pressures, meaning CFM output drops less as it overcomes resistance from denser or higher-efficiency radiator cores
• 10-blade straight blade design - straight blades deliver maximum airflow volume at 0" static pressure and maintain strong output through standard automotive radiator cores; chosen over curved blades when maximum volumetric flow is the priority over acoustic performance; note: this fan operates at high airflow rates and produces significant noise consistent with LL-motor fans of this diameter
• IP68-rated fully sealed motor - fully waterproof and dustproof; the motor withstands sustained water immersion and fine dust ingress; suitable for all automotive applications including off-road builds with direct mud and water exposure, as confirmed by field use in Baja, King of the Hammers, and desert race events per Kartek Off-Road
• Individually balanced fan blade assembly - each SPAL fan is factory-balanced to minimize vibration and maximize bearing service life under the continuous, high-speed operation demanded by LL-motor applications
• Compatible with all SPAL FRH, 185FH, and 195FH relay wiring harness kits - simplifies electrical integration with SPAL's thermostat-controlled wiring solutions
• SPAL ISO/TS-16949 certified manufacturing - all products built to OEM-level quality and tolerance standards; SPAL has supplied fans to automotive, truck, bus, agricultural, military, and marine OEMs for over 60 years
• Made in Italy

Specifications

• Part Number: 30102047
• SPAL Model: VA18-AP70/LL-86S
• UPC: 816211020429
• Fan Series: High Performance
• Motor Type: Long-Life (LL) Brush Motor
• Fan Type: Pusher (Blower) - pusher only, no puller version
• Blade Style: Straight Blade
• Blade Count: 10
• Fan Diameter: 16 in.
• Overall Height: 16.22 in. (412 mm)
• Overall Width: 15.63 in. (397 mm)
• Installation Depth: 3.45 in. (88 mm)
• Airflow: 2,036 CFM (at 0" static pressure)
• Voltage: 12V DC
• Recommended Fuse: 30A at 13V (40A recommended by SPAL technical staff for startup surge protection - consult SPAL tech support for installation-specific guidance)
• Wiring Plug: FRPT connector
• Motor Sealing: IP68 (Waterproof/Dustproof)
• Shroud Material: Black Plastic
• Mounting: 4x SPAL 30130013 mounting pins required (sold separately)
• Country of Manufacture: Italy
• ISO Certification: ISO/TS-16949
• Quantity: Sold individually

Included Components

• 1x SPAL 30102047 16 in. High-Performance Straight Blade Pusher Electric Fan (with integrated black plastic shroud)

Product Description

The SPAL 30102047 (model VA18-AP70/LL-86S) is a 16 in. high-performance electric pusher fan rated at 2,036 CFM at 0" static pressure, built around SPAL's Long-Life (LL) brushed motor - the same motor platform used in SPAL's top-tier standard-diameter fan lineup. At 3.45 in. installation depth, it is substantially deeper than SPAL's low-profile (2.05 in.) and medium-profile (2.48 in.) 16 in. fans, and delivers proportionally more airflow - 2,036 CFM versus 1,298 CFM for the low-profile 30100401 and 1,604 CFM for the medium-profile 30101517. The LL motor design also provides a flatter airflow curve at elevated static pressures, meaning the 30102047 maintains stronger airflow through denser, higher-efficiency radiator cores than standard-motor fans of the same diameter.

The 10-blade straight blade design prioritizes maximum volumetric airflow over acoustic performance - this fan moves significant air and operates at correspondingly high noise levels consistent with LL-motor fans at this diameter, as noted by multiple verified purchasers. For builds where noise reduction is a priority alongside high CFM, SPAL's curved blade variant (30102048, VA18-AP70/LL-86S curved) offers comparable airflow with reduced blade noise. The IP68-rated sealed motor is fully waterproof and dustproof, making it appropriate for exposed off-road applications including desert racing and rock crawling builds where direct mud and water contact is expected. Kartek Off-Road, a specialist in off-road race parts, stocks and recommends this fan with CBR aluminum shroud support brackets for off-road installations.

Mounting pins are not included - 4x SPAL 30130013 mounting pin kits are required per fan and must be purchased separately. A relay and wiring harness must be sourced separately for a complete installation. SPAL specifies a 30A fuse at 13V, but SPAL technical staff have advised a 40A fuse in field installations due to startup inrush current that can trip 30A fuses during motor startup - contact SPAL USA tech support (1-800-454-7725) for guidance specific to your relay and wiring setup. The fan uses SPAL's FRPT wiring connector and is compatible with SPAL FRH, 185FH, and 195FH relay harness kits. The companion straight-blade puller is SPAL 30102120. SPAL is an ISO/TS-16949 certified OEM manufacturer producing fans in Italy, backed by SPAL's manufacturer warranty.