Tempest
Tempest BB-16 Standard Battery-Powered Fan
Tempest BB-16 Standard Battery-Powered Fan
The Tempest BB-16 Standard Battery-Powered Fan is powerful, lightweight and self-contained. At full speed, this battery blower can run for 50 minutes and blows 10,940 CFM.
Description:
Tempest BB-16 Standard Battery-Powered Firefighter Ventilation Fan
The Tempest BB-16 Standard Battery-Powered Fan is a compact positive pressure ventilation (PPV) fan designed for smoke removal, confined-space ventilation, and targeted airflow during fireground and rescue operations. It combines battery-powered portability, shore power capability, and controlled airflow output for flexible deployment across multiple use scenarios.
Built for Targeted Ventilation
Battery-powered PPV fans are commonly used by fire departments for interior ventilation, overhaul, and confined-space airflow where portability and quick setup are critical. The BB-16 is designed for fast deployment and controlled air movement in residential structures, below-grade spaces, and restricted access points.
Controlled Airflow with NEO Technology
The BB-16 features NEO airflow technology, which produces an oval-shaped air pattern designed to improve sealing at doorways and entry points. This airflow pattern helps direct air more efficiently into structures during ventilation operations.
The fan uses 16" AirFlex fiberglass-reinforced polyamide blades to support consistent airflow performance.
Battery Power and Runtime
The fan operates on a removable 12.5Ah lithium-ion battery, providing approximately 30 minutes of runtime at maximum speed.
• Fully removable battery for quick swaps
• Approx. 3-hour recharge time
• Integrated charger allows charging while operating
Shore Power Capability
The BB-16 includes standard shore power functionality, allowing continuous operation when connected to an external power source. This supports extended ventilation operations without relying solely on battery capacity.
Compact, Lightweight, and Portable
Designed for mobility, the BB-16 features a lightweight frame and includes a shoulder strap for transport and rapid deployment. Its compact size supports use in tight environments and easy storage on apparatus.
Adjustable Positioning and Versatility
The fan offers an adjustable tilt range from +65° to -90°, allowing for multiple placement configurations including flat positioning for manhole or confined-space ventilation.
A variable-speed drive with flat keypad controls supports precise airflow adjustment during operations.
Built for Multi-Use Operations
The BB-16 is designed for use across a range of fire service and rescue applications, including ventilation, air movement, and specialty operations.
Returns Policy
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
Shipping
We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.
When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.
Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.








