What material are the blades on the black fan? Is it wet rated?
252353
I have this fan in all stainless steel, including blades. I don't know about "black" blades.The fan I have is described as "indoor/outdoor" by the manufacturer. I don't know what you mean by "wet rated". Sorry.
252354
Metal and we use it inside and it says you can us it outside which usually means it can be in a damp location like a porch ceiling. I doubt it can get really wet though.
252355
I have this fan in all stainless steel, including blades. I don't know about "black" blades. The fan I have is described as "indoor/outdoor" by the manufacturer. I don't know what you mean by "wet rated". Sorry.
1846556
The pole and fan blades are metal. The outer case and base are plastic. My fans are used indoors in humid Florida. No problems with rust.
106678
The blades are not metal. I think it's possibly wood with a plastic type of covering.
1172090
I did look, and fan blade is held on the shaft with a set Screw, It does have three speeds Pulling and Pushing air. Great Fan for the price.
930443
the blades are metal. For the money this is a very good fan. I use it as an exhaust fan for my4 bedroom two bath home. It cools the entire house, and without it, we would be very uncomfortable. Also kitchen aromas, cooking etc., are removed from the house quickly. The one item about the fan that I like is that the fan motor is SHIELDED from dust and dirt, making this fan one that will have a long life. I also use a cheap filter tied to the back of the fan to protect the life of the fan.
1806407
As long as you have a standard fan housing, it would be possible to use this fan outdoors. However, I would not recommend it since the blade material is wood and the housing is not designed for outdoor usage. This means that the blades will eventually droop and the internal components will corrode; this process will be accelerated if you live in a place with relatively high humidity.
812584
I believe ABS is a form of plastic, but cannot remember what the acronym ABS stands for. I have had these fans hanging in a covered patio in Florida, where the humidity is fearsome, and there is absolutely no droop to the blades whatsoever.
1746121
No for the simple fact that the blades are made of press wood....it will start to sag in a few months because of moisture and humidity....I would recomend a fan with metal blades plus I think by NEC code you have to use a fan with metal blades outdoor
1695318
And lol dont listen to the guy below me. I ran these in cloner tents with 99% rh and that was over 6 months ago. Moisture isnt an issue for these fans its the heat. The oil in the bearing will burn up if the air going in is over 105. Just add 3in1 oil to the base of the fan shaft while its running, with the fans blades off of course. Take care of them and they will take care of you.
106680
There is no wood on this fan. Blades are plastic or some kind of composite material made to look like wood. Our fans are mounted outside under a patio cover. Standard fan blades will droop after they absorb moisture. These obviously will not. This was one of the reasons we purchased three of these fans.
1541933
I personally wouldn't use this fan outdoors ... I think the beautiful finish and the wood blades would get ruined pretty quickly in the elements, depending on your environment.
631475
For this fan you would receive..........Five, Dark Oak All Weather Blades. If you have any other questions please let us know.
1135251
The documentation that came with Hunter Fan 53091 states that the fan is rated for INDOOR use. There are other models that are rated for outdoor use but please look up the manufacturer's warnings. Some outdoor fans are rated for DAMP conditions while others are rated for WET conditions. Please do your research before purchasing your outdoor fan.
1109096
Yes, the blade is metal, just make sure you unplug the it before cleaning. I haven't had a problem with mulching heaps of damp leaves and sticks, I'm sure feathers will be no problem.
1411244
It is make for indoor use I do believe but depends on how well it would be shielded from rain. I have similar fans outside in our pool house that are in a screened enclosure that have operated for almost 20 years with no problem other than the dirt builds up on the blades fast. Keep it clean and away from direct rain and it will be OK.
2080797
It is cast iron and has walnut blades. I wouldn't even think of using it even on a covered porch though I imagine people do. it is definitely an inside fan I have had three of these fans, and the housing is not enclosed. In other words, the housing of the motor is the motor, it is not just for looks. These things weigh a lot! Hope this helps. No where does it say in the instructions that it can be used outside.
1846557
It's plastic! I live smack in the middle of Florida, and it's held up VERY well in the humidity. I do blow out the housing of the motor about once a month with compressed air, though, to keep moisture and dust out. Also, the front comes of easily to wipe down the blades. Good luck!