Working inside an aircraft fuel tank creates two separate practical needs. Air must be moved through the tank, and maintenance teams need enough light to inspect and work inside the restricted space.



Ventilation equipment and lighting perform different jobs. The ventilation equipment manages airflow through the tank. The lighting allows technicians to see the work area.



AJV has proposed two aircraft fuel-tank maintenance setups. Both use the same Ramfan ventilation kit, while the lighting changes:



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<li>The Boeing setup pairs the Ramfan kit with the Western Technology 9610 BRICK.</li>



<li>The Airbus setup pairs the Ramfan kit with the Atexor SEMIC SP inspection set.</li>
</ul>



Understanding the role of each product makes it easier to discuss the right setup with AJV.



<h2 id="h-two-separate-needs" class="wp-block-heading">TWO SEPARATE NEEDS</h2>



A fuel tank is a dark, restricted work area where fuel vapours may be present. Moving air and providing light are therefore separate parts of preparing the work area.



The ventilation equipment directs air through the tank. The lighting helps technicians see surfaces, components and inspection points.



The products work alongside one another, but they remain separate pieces of equipment. A ventilation fan does not provide lighting, and a work light does not manage airflow.



<h2 id="h-shared-ventilation" class="wp-block-heading">SHARED VENTILATION</h2>



Both proposed setups use the <a href="https://www.ajv-tech.com/products/ex-ventilation-blower/aircraft-fuel-ventilation-kit/eb7500wt">Ramfan EB7500WT Aircraft Fuel Tank Ventilation Kit</a>.



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Ramfan EB7500WT Aircraft Fuel Tank Ventilation Kit



Ramfan EB7500WT Aircraft Fuel Tank Ventilation Kit — <a href="https://www.ajv-tech.com/products/ex-ventilation-blower/aircraft-fuel-ventilation-kit/eb7500wt">AJV product page</a>.



The manufacturer’s technical sheet lists more than the fan itself. The kit includes:



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<li>An EFi75xx blower/exhauster</li>



<li>Four 8-inch ducts</li>



<li>One 12-inch duct</li>



<li>Two fuel-tank adapters</li>



<li>A splitter</li>



<li>Duct couplers</li>



<li>Lay-flat ducting</li>
</ul>



These parts allow air to be directed through more than one tank opening. The blower can push air into the tank or draw it out, while the ducts, adapters and connectors provide the route for that airflow.



The manufacturer describes the kit as equipment for ventilation during aircraft fuel-tank maintenance. Its purpose is to help keep fuel vapours from spreading into the surrounding hangar or work area.



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<h2 id="h-boeing-setup" class="wp-block-heading">BOEING SETUP</h2>



For the proposed Boeing setup, the Ramfan ventilation kit is paired with the <a href="https://www.ajv-tech.com/products/temporary-ex-lighting/confined-space-lighting-kit/9610-brick">Western Technology 9610 BRICK</a>.



The 9610 BRICK is a portable explosion-protected LED area light. Western Technology lists aviation and tank-entry work among its applications.



The light produces up to 14,000 lumens and offers several positioning options. It can be placed on the floor or used with mounting accessories to direct light into the work area.



In this proposed setup, the two products have clearly separated roles:



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<li>The Ramfan kit provides the airflow equipment.</li>



<li>The 9610 BRICK provides portable area lighting.</li>
</ul>



This arrangement is useful when the work calls for a powerful light that can illuminate a larger part of the tank or surrounding maintenance area.



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Western Technology 9610 BRICK — <a href="https://www.ajv-tech.com/products/temporary-ex-lighting/confined-space-lighting-kit/9610-brick">Read more</a>.



<h2 id="h-airbus-setup" class="wp-block-heading">AIRBUS SETUP</h2>



For the proposed Airbus setup, the same Ramfan ventilation kit is paired with the <a href="https://www.ajv-tech.com/products/temporary-ex-lighting/portable-led-lighting/semic-sp">Atexor SEMIC SP</a> inspection set.



The SEMIC SP is a compact explosion-protected inspection light designed for work in hazardous and confined areas. AJV lists the light at 650 lumens, with IP68 protection and certification for Zone 1 and Zone 21 applications.



Its smaller format is intended for close inspection work. The light includes a swivel hook, allowing it to be positioned near the area being inspected rather than relying only on broader area lighting.



The Atexor presentation supplied for this campaign shows a SEMIC SP inspection arrangement with several inspection lights and a portable power unit.



For this proposed Airbus setup:



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<li>The Ramfan kit again manages airflow through the fuel tank.</li>



<li>The SEMIC SP inspection set provides compact lighting that can be positioned around the inspection area.</li>
</ul>



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Atexor SEMIC SP inspection set



<h2 id="h-planning-the-setup" class="wp-block-heading">PLANNING THE SETUP</h2>



Before requesting a quote, it helps to explain the kind of maintenance work being planned and where technicians need the light.



Useful details include:



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<li>Whether the work needs broad area lighting or closer inspection lighting</li>



<li>How many areas inside the tank need to be illuminated</li>



<li>Where the lighting can be positioned or mounted</li>



<li>What power supply and voltage are available</li>



<li>What duct lengths and fuel-tank connections are required</li>



<li>Which hazardous-area certifications apply to the work location</li>
</ul>



These details help AJV confirm the ventilation components and lighting arrangement for the work.



<h2 id="h-discuss-your-requirements" class="wp-block-heading">DISCUSS YOUR REQUIREMENTS</h2>



Both proposed setups begin with the same ventilation requirement: moving air through the aircraft fuel tank during maintenance. The lighting choice then depends on how the work area needs to be illuminated.



For a Boeing setup, AJV proposes the Ramfan kit with the Western Technology 9610 BRICK. For an Airbus setup, AJV proposes the Ramfan kit with the Atexor SEMIC SP inspection set.



To discuss either setup and request a quote, <a href="https://www.ajv-tech.com/contact">contact AJV</a>.

Boeing and Airbus Aircraft Fuel-Tank Ventilation and Lighting Setups

Review two AJV-proposed aircraft fuel-tank maintenance setups using Ramfan ventilation with Western 9610 BRICK or Atexor SEMIC SP lighting.