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In an axial fan, blades that rotate around an axis draw in air parallel to that drive shaft and push it out in the same direction. This is how this type gets its name.
In an axial fan, blades that rotate around an axis draw in air parallel to that drive shaft and push it out in the same direction. This is how this type gets its name.

Compared to centrifugal fans, axial fans can move a large amount of air with little electrical power. However, the air flows they create are of low pressure.