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What is a Fan Filter Unit (FFU)?

  • Author:Jason Peng

  • Cleanroom Engineering Technology Manager of Deiiang Company.

    Product R&D Manager of GDC Inc. Cleanroom Equipment Manufacturing Company.

    Executive Director of Guangdong Cleanroom Industry Association of China.

    Engaged in R&D of related products for 15 years, with rich relevant technical experience

  • 2025-02-08  |  Visits:

fan filter unit (ffu) Systems

Industrial-Grade FFU Air Filtration for ISO Standard Cleanrooms

In high-tech manufacturing, maintaining an ultra-clean environment relies heavily on the FFU. At Deiiang Company, we engineer specialized FFU solutions featuring galvanized enclosures and robust AC motors designed to deliver precise 0.3~0.5 m/s average wind speeds.

This technical guide details the mechanics of an FFU, its critical role in cleanrooms, technical advantages, FFU airflow patterns, integration strategies, and Deiiang's custom FFU specifications.

what is an ffu?                    

An FFU (Fan Filter Unit) is a motorized ceiling-mounted device that supplies purified air to microenvironments. Every FFU utilizes a built-in fan and a terminal HEPA filter. By pulling ambient air and forcing it through the media, the FFU guarantees an unbroken stream of ultra-clean air at an initial pressure loss of just 110Pa@0.45m/s.

At Deiiang Company, our standard FFU models deliver air volumes ranging from 500 to 2000 m³/h. Equipped with 99.99%@0.3μm efficiency filters, our FFU networks safeguard critical operations in pharmaceuticals and semiconductor fabrication.

Fan Filter Unit Diagram

Deiiang FFU Technical Diagram

The FFU's Role in Cleanrooms                

The primary role of an FFU is to localize air purification. Rather than relying on central ducting, decentralized FFU arrays offer redundancy and targeted contamination control.

1 Particle Elimination

Deiiang FFU systems utilize high-capacity filters (up to 1220x610x69mm in size) to physically trap sub-micron particles, ACHieving strict iso classifications.

2 Plenum Pressurization

By generating an external static pressure of 190Pa (10mmAq), the FFU ensures downward flow overcomes resistance, keeping the workspace continuously flushed with clean air.

Note:Deiiang Company ensures every FFU limits fan vibration coefficients to an ultra-low 0.2~0.5, vital for photolithography stability.

Advantages of Deiiang FFU Systems            

Integrating our FFU modules provides measurable operational upgrades:

Controlled Noise Levels

Our optimized AC motor FFU keeps operational noise strictly between 55-63 dB, preventing operator fatigue.

Compact Footprint

With heights as low as 230mm and 260mm, a Deiiang FFU fits perfectly into restricted ceiling plenums.

Robust Power Options

Running on a standard 220/50 power supply, our FFU models offer efficient power draws of 120W, 200W, or 230W.

Modularity

Need higher ISO classes? Simply drop an additional FFU into the ceiling grid without redesigning HVAC ducts.

FFU Airflow Dynamics

When installed edge-to-edge, the FFU generates laminar airflow, pushing a uniform 0.45m/s curtain of air downwards to eliminate all turbulence.

For less critical zones, staggered FFU placement creates mixed/turbulent flow. The FFU injects high-velocity clean air that dilutes the room's overall particle count before extraction.

Matching FFU fan models (#315, #400, #470) to your specific volume needs ensures optimal airflow management.

Precise FFU placement guarantees compliance with international cleanroom standards.

Airflow Patterns
Laminar

100% FFU Coverage
Minimal turbulence

Turbulent

Partial FFU Coverage
Better mixing

FFU Installation Locations

Where you mount the FFU determines its spatial efficiency.

T-Grid Ceiling FFU

The FFU is almost universally installed in modular suspended ceilings. Our standard sizes (1175x575mm, 1225x615mm) perfectly fit standard global T-grid dimensions.

FFU Ceiling Installation Diagram

Ceiling FFU Diagram

Equipment FFU Mounts

Smaller FFU models (575x575mm) are often wall-mounted or attached directly to enclosed machinery to create localized iso class 3 mini-environments.


FFU Wall Installation Diagram

Wall FFU Diagram

Deiiang FFU Technical Specifications

Every process demands a specific FFU setup. Deiiang manufactures highly customizable FFU solutions constructed with durable Galvanized boxes to withstand continuous operation.

Whether your FFU requires an ultra-thin 230mm profile or needs to push 2000 m³/h, we deliver precision-engineered FFU modules that easily integrate into your cleanroom grid.

FFU Parameter Chart

  • Dimensions: Width: 575/615/920/1175/1225mm | Length: 575/615/1175mm | Height: 230mm, 260mm.
  • Air Volume (m³/h): 500, 600, 900, 1000, 1200, 2000.
  • Fan Data: Models #315, #400, #470 | AC Current | 120w-230w Power.
  • Performance: 55-63 dB Noise | 0.2~0.5 Vibration Coef | 190(10mmAq) Static Pressure.
  • Filter Specs: 99.99%@0.3μm Efficiency | 110Pa@0.45m/s Initial Loss.

Deiiang FFU Case Study: Electronics Cleanroom

Project Overview & Challenges

A major microelectronics manufacturer required an ISO class 5 cleanroom utilizing a massive FFU array. The project faced severe challenges: the ceiling plenum was extremely limited, requiring an FFU with a height under 250mm. Furthermore, strict vibration tolerances (max 0.5 coefficient) and low noise caps (<60 dB) were mandated to protect delicate lithography machines.

Deiiang FFU Solutions

We deployed 500 units of our ultra-thin FFU (1175x575x230mm). These specific FFU models utilized customized galvanized boxes and AC fans (#315) operating at 120w, perfectly managing power consumption. The integrated 1170x570x69 filters achieved 99.99%@0.3μm efficiency, while our fan balancers kept vibration between 0.2~0.5, exceeding client expectations.

Project Site Photos

Deiiang FFU Production.jpg

1. FFU Box Manufacturing

Deiiang FFU Testing.jpg

2. 110Pa Drop FFU Testing

Engineers installing Deiiang 1175x575mm FFU in ISO Class 5 cleanroom ceiling grid.jpg

3. Grid FFU Installation

Final FFU Cleanroom.jpg

4. Finished FFU Cleanroom

Providing high-performance FFU systems with verified 99.99% efficiency for global tech facilities.

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