Question 1

How can this Prima Klima ECblue extractor model help me keep my plants cool under lights without making too much noise or increasing my electricity bill?

Accepted Answer

The Prima Klima ECblue 150mm 1100 m³/h extractor is an excellent choice to keep your plants cool under lights while controlling noise and electricity consumption. Its electronic (EC) motor optimizes energy efficiency, consuming only up to 170W for a high airflow rate, which greatly limits your electricity bill.Moreover, this EC motor is quiet, ideal for a grow where noise must remain discreet. It is also designed for increased longevity and robustness.Finally, it can be paired with a digital controller to precisely adjust the fan speed according to temperature, thereby avoiding overconsumption and maintaining an optimal climate for your plants.

Question 2

Can this Prima Klima ECblue extractor be used in a plant space to maintain good ventilation while consuming little energy?

Accepted Answer

The extractor Prima Klima ECblue 150 mm - 1100 m³/h - 170W is specifically designed with a highly efficient EC motor, providing optimal ventilation in a plant space while limiting electrical consumption. Its airflow rate is more than sufficient to quickly renew the air and maintain favorable growing conditions, and it is often compatible with a controller to adjust the speed according to your needs, which further optimizes energy use. In summary, it is an excellent choice to combine ventilation performance and energy savings in your setup.

Question 3

Compatible with external dimmer for precise adjustment of flow rate and cadence in a micro space of 60x60 cm?

Accepted Answer

The fan Prima Klima ECblue-Absaugung 150 mm uses an EC motor, making it compatible with external controllers for precise speed and flow modulation. However, this model operates at a single speed without an integrated dimmer, and it is important to check the exact compatibility of your external dimmer before installation. For a grow space of 60x60 cm, this fan with a flow rate of 1100 m³/h may be powerful, so speed adjustment is necessary to avoid excessive air turnover, which can be managed via an appropriate controller. If you desire smooth flow control, we also offer ventilation systems with integrated dimmers, specifically designed to finely adapt to the needs of micro spaces.

Question 4

Is this PK150 ECblue extractor compatible with a standard 150 mm diameter carbon filter for easy installation and no loss of flow rate?

Accepted Answer

The Prima Klima PK150 ECblue fan has a flange of 150 mm, which perfectly matches the standard diameter of 150 mm carbon filters. This compatibility allows for a direct connection without an adapter, ensuring easy installation. Thanks to its optimized aerodynamic design and efficient EC motor, this extractor ensures a high flow rate of 1100 m³/h while minimizing pressure drops. This means you can use this fan with a standard 150 mm carbon filter without significant loss of flow rate. In summary, the PK150 ECblue is ideal for an effective and hassle-free installation with a standard carbon filter of the same diameter.

Question 5

Can this PK150-ECblue extractor be synchronized with an external timer to independently manage two ventilation cycles in the same growing room in order to optimize air management between two parallel crops?

Accepted Answer

The Prima Klima ECblue PK150-ECblue extractor features an RJ-45 port allowing for advanced digital control, which suggests the possibility of synchronizing it with an external timer to manage ventilation cycles independently. However, this compatibility is not explicitly guaranteed in the documentation. If you wish to optimize air management between two crops using a timer system, it's important to ensure that your timer or controller can interact with the digital input of the ECblue motor to accurately turn the extractor on/off according to your desired ranges. In summary, it is technically feasible, but it requires a suitable controller to drive the extractor via its digital interface.

Question 6

What is the precision of the speed setting with the ECTC-1M-Digital regulator to optimize energy consumption without compromising the maximum air flow of 1100 m3/h on this Prima Klima ECblue extractor with a diameter of 150mm?

Accepted Answer

The Prima Klima ECTC-1M-Digital regulator allows for precise fan speed adjustment, with the ability to adjust the minimum and maximum speed via a single knob. This provides fine control to optimize energy consumption while maintaining a maximum air flow of 1100 m³/h on the Prima Klima ECblue extractor with a diameter of 150 mm. Control can be manual or automatic, making it easy to adapt to the specific needs of your crop or ventilation system. While the exact precision of the adjustment is not quantified, this regulator is designed to maximize the performance and energy efficiency of the fan. For ideal optimization, we recommend using the automatic mode and customizing the minimum and maximum speeds according to your air flow and consumption requirements.

Question 7

Does the integration of the ECTC-1M-Digital controller allow for automatic speed regulation based on temperature variations, or does it need to be manually adjusted to optimize consumption and performance under LED in SCROG/LST cultivation?

Accepted Answer

The integration of the ECTC-1M-Digital controller with your Prima Klima ECblue extractor allows for automatic speed regulation based on temperature variations. This system knows how to adjust the ventilation on its own to maintain an optimal temperature in your growing space. However, for LED crops in SCROG/LST where precision is key, it is also possible to make manual adjustments to optimize both energy consumption and yield. The controller thus offers great flexibility by managing speed and temperature ranges, which is a real advantage for adapting your ventilation to the specific needs of your plants.

Question 8

Can the EC motor be controlled via PWM through the digital ECTC 1M regulator to precisely adjust the speed according to the ambient temperature?

Accepted Answer

The Prima Klima ECblue extractor - Diam 150 mm - 1100 m³/h - 170W uses an EC motor with a fixed speed (1 speed). It is not clearly documented that it can be controlled via PWM through the ECTC-1M digital regulator to precisely adjust the speed according to the ambient temperature. However, some similar models from Prima Klima include controllers that allow fine regulation, but this specific functionality via PWM with the ECTC-1M is not confirmed for this model. If you are looking for a system with speed and temperature control via a digital controller, feel free to ask us for advice to find a suitable solution for your cultivation.

Question 9

Kit with ECTC-1M regulator included or to be purchased separately? Is it possible to connect multiple PK150-ECblue extractors to the same controller without risk?

Accepted Answer

The kit with ECTC-1M regulator is not included with the Prima Klima ECblue 150 mm extractor, so it needs to be purchased separately if you want fine speed control.

Question 10

Is this EC motor really reliable in the long term for continuous intensive use, or is it a nice but fragile technology over cycles of 6 months or more?

Accepted Answer

The EC motor of the Prima Klima ECblue 150 mm extractor is designed to last. Thanks to its electronic commutation technology, it heats less and experiences less mechanical stress than traditional motors, which promotes a long lifespan even in intensive use. With its 170 W and a high flow rate of 1100 m³/h, this model handles continuous operation well. User feedback highlights efficient and quiet operation, as well as good energy management, even with carbon filters, over periods of at least one month. Although reports on 6 months or more are still rare, the technical robustness of the EC motor and the manufacturing quality of Prima Klima suggest a solid reliability in the long term. In summary, this EC technology is anything but fragile and remains an excellent choice for continuous and intensive ventilation in your indoor cultivation.

Question 11

What is the yield in m³ per hour per watt for the Prima Klima ECblue 150 mm 1100 m³/h 170W extractor and how does it compare to other EC models on the market in terms of energy efficiency?

Accepted Answer

The Prima Klima ECblue 150 mm extractor offers an energy efficiency of approximately 6.47 m³/h per watt (1100 m³/h for 170 W). This level of performance is excellent for an EC motor, ensuring both high air flow and controlled power consumption.Compared to other EC models on the market, this fan positions itself in the upper average in terms of energy efficiency. Its high-end motor (often ebm-papst or ZIEHL-ABEGG) ensures quiet, durable operation, and allows for precise speed control to prevent energy waste.In summary, this model combines quality, power, and energy savings, making it a suitable choice for reliable and efficient air renewal.

Question 12

Is this PK150 ECblue extractor compatible with a 1m² growing tent and really quiet for optimal indoor installation?

Accepted Answer

The Prima Klima PK150 ECblue extractor, with an airflow of 1100 m³/h and a diameter of 150 mm, is perfectly suited for a 1 m² growing tent. It ensures efficient air renewal to maintain an optimal climate without overheating. Its EC ZIEHL-ABEGG motor, combined with an aerodynamic design, guarantees quiet operation, free from the usual annoying noise of extractors. Additionally, it is compatible with standard carbon filters and offers digital management via RJ-45 port to precisely adjust the speed according to your needs, which reduces noise and consumption. Its robust construction in polyamide ensures reliability and safety in an indoor environment. Therefore, this extractor is an excellent choice for effective and discreet indoor growing.

Question 13

With a maximum power of 170W for an air flow of 1100 m³/h, how does this model PK150-ECblue perform in temperature rise in a densely planted SCROG grow box under LED, particularly in terms of maintaining stable speed and energy efficiency?

Accepted Answer

The Prima Klima PK150-ECblue fan is perfectly suited for a densely planted SCROG grow box under LED. Thanks to its EC technology, it ensures a stable maintenance of speed without power loss, even during temperature rises, which is essential to avoid overheating in a warm and confined environment. Its power of 170 W for an air flow of 1100 m³/h is energy-optimized thanks to a premium motor and intelligent consumption management. It supports temperatures up to 42°C, with integrated thermal protection, ensuring reliability and longevity. In summary, this model offers an excellent balance between air performance, stability under demanding conditions, and energy efficiency for intensive indoor cultivation under LED.

Question 14

For a cultivation area of 1m², is the 170W power and 1100 m³/h flow rate of this extractor oversized or suitable for good air renewal without excessive consumption?

Accepted Answer

For a cultivation area of 1 m², the Prima Klima ECblue extractor with a flow rate of 1100 m³/h and a power of 170 W is rather oversized if the objective is moderate air renewal. This high flow rate far exceeds the usual needs for such a small area. However, thanks to its efficient EC motor, this extractor consumes less than a classic model and can offer precise control of the airflow, allowing you to adjust the ventilation according to your specific needs (temperature, humidity, crop density). If the space generates a lot of heat or humidity, this capacity can be an asset. In most cases, a more moderate flow rate will suffice, which will reduce consumption without compromising air quality. Don't hesitate to consider a model with a flow rate more suitable for 1 m² for a better balance between performance and consumption.

Question 15

For a growing space of 80x80 cm, is this model too powerful or well suited in flow rate and consumption?

Accepted Answer

For a growing space of 80 x 80 cm (about 1.28 m³ of volume with 2 m height), the Prima Klima ECblue 150 mm, 1100 m³/h extractor is largely oversized. Indeed, this extractor offers a flow rate almost 30 times greater than the necessary air renewal (about 38 m³/h for 30 renewals per hour), which can lead to excessive ventilation, drying out, or too strong cooling of the plants.However, if you use a suitable speed controller to modulate the flow rate, you can perfectly adjust the ventilation to your actual needs while controlling consumption (170 W at full power, which is correct for this power, but excessive if not regulated for this small volume).Otherwise, for more efficiency and savings, a model with a flow rate of around 30 to 50 m³/h according to your configuration would be more suitable. This avoids energy waste and allows for better environmental control in this small space.

Question 16

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Accepted Answer

Yes, the power of 170W of the EC motor of the Prima Klima ECblue Extractor - 150 mm - 1100 m³/h is perfectly continuously adjustable thanks to the ECTC-1M Digital regulator. This digital controller allows you to precisely adjust the speed of the extractor, whether in manual or automatic mode depending on the temperature, which optimizes cooling and significantly reduces electricity consumption in your indoor culture. This compatibility ensures a modifiable airflow and effective energy management, tailored to the actual needs of your installation. To finely control your environment and improve your results, the ECTC-1M regulator is the ideal solution.

Question 17

What is the m3/h to real watt ratio of this PK150-ECblue extractor under optimal operating conditions?

Accepted Answer

The Prima Klima PK150-ECblue offers an excellent efficiency-to-consumption ratio. Under optimal conditions, it delivers a maximum airflow of 1100 m³/h for a power consumption of 170 W, which is approximately 6.47 m³/h per watt. This ratio reflects the remarkable performance of its EC motor, which optimizes electrical power for maximum air flow.

Question 18

What is the compatibility of this Prima Klima PK150-ECblue extractor with an external speed controller other than the supplied ECTC-1M-Digital model?

Accepted Answer

The Prima Klima ECblue PK150-ECblue extractor is designed for precise digital control via an RJ45 plug, primarily compatible with the supplied Prima Klima ECTC-1M-Digital controller. This controller ensures fine speed control with the settings adapted to the EC motor. It is possible to operate this extractor with an external controller supporting 1-10 V control via RJ45, but not all third-party models are necessarily compatible. Incompatibility may affect speed control and motor safety. Our advice: prefer using the Prima Klima ECTC-1M-Digital controller, or ensure that any other external controller precisely meets the digital control specifications of the ECblue motor to guarantee optimal operation.

Question 19

What is the actual average power consumption of the PK150-ECblue in continuous operation at a maximum flow rate of 1100 m³/h, and how does this translate into the monthly EDF cost with the current rate?

Accepted Answer

The Prima Klima PK150-ECblue consumes approximately 170 W (0.17 kW) in continuous operation at its maximum flow rate of 1100 m³/h. Over a month, this amounts to approximately 122.4 kWh (0.17 kW x 24 h x 30 days).With an average residential EDF rate of €0.22 per kWh, the monthly cost is therefore around €27. This controlled consumption is made possible by EC technology, which ensures optimal energy efficiency without sacrificing performance.

Question 20

What is the practical difference between using this Prima Klima ECblue extractor with ECTC-1M-Digital controller versus a classic extractor without speed control for managing humidity and odors in hydroponic cultivation?

Accepted Answer

Using the Prima Klima ECblue extractor with the ECTC-1M-Digital controller offers precise speed control based on temperature, allowing the ventilation to be adjusted to maintain ideal conditions in hydroponic cultivation. This automatic adjustment optimizes humidity and odor management while reducing energy consumption.

Speed management	1 vitesse
Type of extractor	EC
Marque	Prima Klima
Dimensions (cm)	338 x 243 mm (LxH)
Matière	Polyamide
Puissance consommée (W)	170
Poids (kg)	3.3 kg
Densité du mylar	polyamide ignifugé
Débit (m³/h)	1100
Type de moteur	EC
Dimensions (mm)	338 x 243 mm

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