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W7004947 - Thermal Arc Fabricator 181i Replacement Cooling Fan 24VDC

Packaging: pack of 1
$148.64/EA $94.35/pack of 1 only $94.35/EASave 37%

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OVERVIEW

Keep Your Fabricator 181i Running Cool

There is nothing worse than being in the middle of a long bead and having your welder shut down due to a thermal overload light. If you own a Thermal Arc or ESAB Fabricator 181i and you've noticed the fan isn't spinning, or it's making a grinding noise, it is time to replace it immediately. The W7004947 is the direct replacement fan for your machine, designed to get you back up and running without the headache of trying to splice wires or modify a computer fan to fit.

This 24V DC fan is the lungs of your welder. Inverter machines like the 181i pack a lot of power into a small box, and that creates heat. Without this fan pushing air over the internal heatsinks, your machine will constantly trip its thermal protection sensors, or worse, you could fry the expensive main board. This replacement part drops right into the existing mounts and plugs directly into the factory harness. It's a quick fix that protects your investment.

Don't risk your machine's health on a cheap, mismatched fan. This unit is built to handle the voltage and deliver the air volume your Fabricator needs. Whether you are MIG welding steel in the garage or TIG welding stainless on a job site, reliable cooling is non-negotiable. Swap out that dead fan, clear out the dust, and get back to welding with the confidence that your machine can handle the heat.

Additional Information
Brand:ESAB, Thermal Arc
Voltage:24 VDC
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea
Dimensions:4.75" x 4.75" x 1"
Compatible Model:Fabricator 181i
Component Type:Cooling Fan
Current Type:DC

INCLUDED

  • 1 x W7004947 Replacement Fan (24VDC)

APPLICATIONS

  • Thermal management for Thermal Arc Fabricator 181i welding machines
  • Replacement of seized or burnt-out cooling fans in compatible ESAB inverters
  • Restoration of factory duty cycle capabilities
  • Preventative maintenance for high-hour welding power sources

FAQ

This fan operates on 24V DC.

The dimensions are 4.75" x 4.75" x 1" (approx. 120mm x 120mm x 25mm).

It is specifically listed for the Fabricator 181i. Check your machine's parts manual for other models.

If the fan is not spinning or spinning slowly while the machine is on or under load, it is likely the cause of the overheating.

No. This machine supplies 24V DC to the fan header. Connecting a 12V fan will destroy the fan immediately.

Unplug the machine, remove the cover, disconnect the old fan connector, unscrew the mount, and install the new one in reverse order.

On the Fabricator 181i, the fan operation depends on the machine's thermal logic; it may run on demand or continuously depending on the specific firmware version and temperature.