KINETICS® KCAC, KCPL, KCAL, KCFL Fixed Blade Acoustic Louvers
Kinetics Fixed Blade Acoustic Louvers are economical, effective, and attractive solution for maximum sound reduction when space is limited. Used as part of the intake and exhaust air systems of buildings, structures, or equipment, Acoustic louvers reduce noise produced by the system’s equipment. Acoustic Louvers have a relatively large surface area which compensates for their lack of depth. Models are available in varying depths, material types, percent open area, and blade configurations yielding various pressure loss and noise reduction performance.
RESOURCES
WEBINAR RECORDING
PROJECTS
POWDER COAT FINISH
Various finishes are available. TIGER Drylac® Series 38 & 49, or Sherwin Williams POWDURA®, and Kynar 500® (i.e., Fluropon Sherwin Williams, AkzoNobel's TRINAR®, and PPG DURANAR®).
Application
- Building Ventilation
- Generator Room Intake and Discharge Vents
- Incorporated into an Acoustic Barrier Wall System - Cross Ventilation
- Acoustical Enclosure Ventilation
- Air-Cooled Chiller Enclosure System
- Pump Room Ventilation
- Designed as single or Double Doors - Allowing unfettered access and proper ventilation
Mechanism of Performance
- The blades are angled to prevent direct line of sight
- The top of each horizontal blade is solid. The underside of each blade is perforated
- Blades are filled with acoustic media to absorb sound energy
- Relatively large absorptive surface area which compensates for lack of depth
Types of Acoustic Louvers
Acoustic Louvers are used as part of the intake/exhaust air system of buildings, structures, or equipment to help reduce noise produced by the system equipment. They have a relatively large surface area which compensates for their lack of depth. Models are available in varying depths, percent open area and blade configurations yielding various pressure loss and noise reduction performance.
KCAC
30-40% open area
12", 16", or 24" thickness
No line of sight (security)
Maximum attenuation
KCPL
30-40% open area
6", 8", or 12" thickness
Small vane spacing
Low frequency noise control
KCAL
40-50% open area
6" or 12" thickness
Low pressure drop
Light weight | Lowest cost
KCFL
33-38% open area
Thickness 6", 8", or 12" thickness
Airfoil blade shape reduces pressure loss
Unique architectural aesthetics
Acoustic Louver Max Noise Reduction (NR) Comparison
Accessories
- Flanges
- Bird Screen
- Powder-Coat Finish
- Structural Design Services for Large Louver Banks and Walls
Options
Kinetics Acoustic Louvers are available in galvanized (type G90), aluminum, stainless steel 304 and 316. Powder coat and baked-enamel finishes also available with galvanneal.
Videos
Kinetics Acoustic Louvers are a standalone solution that are also incorporated into Kinetics NOISEBLOCK and Noise Control Curtain Enclosure systems. Learn how Kinetics Acoustic Louvers complement Kinetics enclosure systems in the videos below.
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