SKYBLADE
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about SKYBLADE from 3G Electric.
What blade diameters are available in the SKYBLADE HVLS ceiling fan range?
SKYBLADE HVLS ceiling fans are listed with blade diameters from 7 ft to 24 ft. Specific examples include a 7 ft G420 three-phase model rated at 29,942 cfm, an 8 ft GPROP unit at 31,523 cfm, a 14 ft G420 at 78,073 cfm, a 16 ft STEP at 133,484 cfm, an 18 ft Pro Series three-phase unit, a 20 ft STEP single-phase unit, and a 24 ft Pro Series single-phase unit. Airflow scales with diameter, so the selection depends on the volume of the space and the required air-change or destratification effect. Larger diameters generally suit taller, wider buildings; smaller diameters suit more constrained ceiling areas.
What electrical configurations do SKYBLADE HVLS fans support?
The SKYBLADE HVLS line includes 115V AC single-phase, 230V AC single-phase, 110/230V AC single-phase, and 230V AC three-phase models. Current draw varies accordingly: for example, 2.4 A for a 24 ft Pro Series single-phase fan, 3.4 A for an 18 ft Pro Series three-phase fan, 4.7 A for a 16 ft G420 single-phase fan, 6.7 A for a 14 ft G420 single-phase fan, 7.5 A for a 20 ft STEP single-phase fan, and 14.4 A for a 16 ft STEP fan on 115V. All listed models use variable speed control. Confirm phase and voltage against the available supply before ordering, as the same diameter may be offered in more than one configuration.
How does the SKYBLADE G420 series differ across models?
The SKYBLADE G420 series appears in multiple sizes and electrical configurations. Documented models include a 7 ft three-phase unit drawing 2.4 A at 230V and delivering 29,942 cfm; a 14 ft single-phase unit drawing 6.7 A at 230V and delivering 78,073 cfm; and a 16 ft single-phase unit drawing 4.7 A at 230V and delivering 85,648 cfm. The series therefore covers small-diameter, three-phase installations as well as larger single-phase installations. Selection within the series depends on ceiling height, floor area, and whether three-phase power is available at the mounting location.
What airflow ratings are typical for SKYBLADE STEP series fans?
Documented SKYBLADE STEP series fans include a 16 ft model delivering 133,484 cfm on 115V AC single-phase at 14.4 A, and a 20 ft model on 230V AC single-phase drawing 7.5 A. The STEP series is therefore represented at the higher-airflow end of the SKYBLADE range. The 16 ft unit's 115V supply and 14.4 A draw is relevant where only single-phase 115V service is available; the 20 ft unit's 230V single-phase supply and 7.5 A draw suits facilities with 230V single-phase circuits. Both use variable speed control.
Do SKYBLADE HVLS ceiling fans include light kits?
Light kits are not included on the SKYBLADE HVLS models where that is specified in the product data. For example, the 16 ft STEP series fan and the 18 ft Pro Series three-phase fan are both listed as not including a light kit. Buyers who require lighting at the fan location should plan for separate fixtures rather than assuming an integrated or included light. Where a light kit is not mentioned in the specification, confirm with the supplier before ordering if lighting is a requirement.
What should be checked before specifying a SKYBLADE HVLS fan for a facility?
Confirm four things: blade diameter against ceiling height and floor area; supply voltage and phase at the intended mounting point; current draw against the available circuit capacity; and mounting structure suitability for the fan's weight and operating loads. Because SKYBLADE offers the same or similar diameters in different electrical configurations — for example, 16 ft appears in both STEP and G420 series with different voltages and currents — the model number and SKU should be verified rather than specifying by diameter alone. Airflow ratings in cfm are provided per model to support comparison against the required air movement for the space.
