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ROOTS™ RAM™ WHISPAIR 616 Rotary Positive Displacement Blower

Model: RAM WHISPAIR 616

The ROOTS™ RAM WHISPAIR™ 616 blower is engineered for demanding industrial airflow applications requiring high-capacity performance, quieter operation, and long-term reliability. Part of the RAM™ Whispair Rotary Positive Blowers 404J through 624J series, this rotary positive displacement blower delivers airflow up to 2162 CFM with operating pressures to 15 PSI and vacuum capability to 16″ Hg. Optimized internal airflow geometry, alloy steel timing gears, and splash oil lubrication help reduce operating temperatures, vibration, and energy consumption while supporting dependable continuous-duty airflow performance.

Key Specifications
Max Flow
2162 CFM
Max Pressure
15 PSI
Max Vacuum
16″ Hg
Maximum RPM
3000 RPM
Minimum RPM
636 RPM
Manufacturer
Roots
IO&M Manuals
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Technical Details

ROOTS™ RAM™ Whispair 616
Model: Roots RAM Whispair 616
Flow Range: to 2162 CFM
Max Δ Pressure: 15 psi
Max Δ Vacuum: 16″ Hg
Maximum RPM: 3000
Minimum RPM: 636
Max ΔT: 230˚F
Inlet Connection: 8″ FLG
Discharge Connection: 6″ FLG
Shaft Diameter: 2″
Drive End Lubrication: Oil
Gear End Lubrication: Oil
Required Oil for Horizontal Unit: 145 ounces
Required Oil for Vertical Unit: 83 ounces
Unit Weight: 700 pounds (318.2 kg)

RAM™ Whispair 616 Design & Construction Features

Low noise operation
Reduced operating power requirements
Improved volumetric efficiency
Reduced operating temperatures
Alloy steel timing gears
Cylindrical roller bearings
Piston ring air seals
Lip-type hydrodynamic drive shaft seal
Splash oil lubrication system
Horizontal and vertical configurations available
Rugged repositionable steel mounting feet
Die-cast aluminum drive and gear covers
Designed for continuous-duty industrial airflow systems

Warranty Information

The ROOTS™ RAM™ WHISPAIR 616 Rotary Positive Displacement Blower is backed by a 24-month warranty from the date of original unit start-up, or 30 months from the date of original shipment — whichever occurs first.