Overview
The Minebea 3110PL-04W-B20 is a compact 12VDC brushless DC fan motor engineered for reliable thermal management in industrial and commercial equipment. Manufactured by Minebea (now MinebeaMitsumi), this DC brushless motor features efficient cooling performance with minimal maintenance requirements. The 3110PL series combines durability with quiet operation, making it suitable for applications requiring continuous or intermittent cooling duty.
Key Features
- Brushless DC motor design — eliminates brush wear, reduces noise and extends operational life
- Compact square form factor — 80mm body with standard 71.5mm mounting hole pattern
- 12VDC rated voltage — operates from 6.0–13.8V per Minebea specifications
- Low power consumption — 0.09A nominal current draw (approximately 1.1W)
- 3-pin connector — standard 0.10″ spaced female connector for quick disconnect
- Auto-restart and polarity protection — integrated safeguards against power transients
Technical Specifications
The following specifications apply to the Minebea 3110 series brushless DC fans:
- Rated Voltage: 12V DC
- Operating Voltage Range: 6.0–13.8V DC
- Nominal Current: 0.09–0.11A at rated conditions
- Power Consumption: Approximately 1.1–1.3W
- Motor Speed: 2,000–2,400 RPM (varies by production date and load)
- Airflow: Approximately 24–28 CFM (0.68–0.79 m³/min)
- Noise Level: Up to 25 dB(A)
- Frame Material: Plastic (UL 94V-0 rating)
- Bearing Type: Ball bearing
- Connector: 3-pin, 0.10″ spaced female
- Lead Length: Approximately 12 inches
Typical Applications
- Thermal management in industrial control enclosures and server cabinets
- Cooling for power electronics and heat-sensitive equipment
- Ventilation in test equipment and laboratory instruments
- General-purpose fans for OEM equipment requiring compact, low-power cooling
- Retrofit cooling solutions in legacy industrial systems
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- 12VDC power supplies and industrial control panels with 6.0–13.8V regulation
- Standard 80mm fan mounting locations with 71.5mm hole centers
- Equipment using 3-pin 0.10″ spaced connectors for fan connections
- Industrial thermal management and enclosure cooling systems
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
The Minebea 3110PL-04W-B20 is a direct replacement for:
- Minebea 3110KL-04W-B20 (KL variant — functionally equivalent)
- Other Minebea 3110 series motors with matching voltage and mounting specs
Note: Verify mounting hole alignment and connector type with your equipment manufacturer before installation.
Works With
- 12VDC distributed power systems in industrial panels
- Standard 80mm fan mounting frames (DIN/IEC standard mounting)
- Brushless DC speed controllers and PWM regulators
- Industrial automation and OEM cooling infrastructure
