---
product_id: 126109116
title: "Flex-A-Lite 238 Flex-Wave LoBoy 16\" Electric Fan"
brand: "flex-a-lite"
price: "S$414"
currency: SGD
in_stock: null
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.sg/products/126109116-flex-a-lite-238-flex-wave-loboy-16-electric-fan
store_origin: SG
region: Singapore
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# 18.5 amps @ 12 volts 3,000 CFM airflow Ultra-thin 3.2-inch profile Flex-A-Lite 238 Flex-Wave LoBoy 16" Electric Fan

**Brand:** flex-a-lite
**Price:** S$414
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 💨 Stay cool, stay ahead — the ultimate airflow upgrade your engine deserves!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Flex-A-Lite 238 Flex-Wave LoBoy 16" Electric Fan by flex-a-lite
- **How much does it cost?** S$414 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sg](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/126109116-flex-a-lite-238-flex-wave-loboy-16-electric-fan)

## Best For

- flex-a-lite enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted flex-a-lite brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Last:** Crafted in the USA with premium materials and backed by full manufacturer warranty.
- • **Space-Saving Design:** Slim 3.2-inch profile fits tight engine bays without compromise.
- • **Maximum Cooling Power:** Delivers 33% more airflow than competitors for unbeatable engine temps.
- • **Versatile Application:** Perfect as primary or auxiliary fan for cars, trucks, SUVs, muscle cars, and RVs.
- • **Energy Efficient Performance:** Optimized sine-wave blades reduce power draw and noise.

## Overview

The Flex-A-Lite Flex-Wave LoBoy Electric Fan is a 16-inch, 12V puller fan engineered for superior cooling with 3,000 CFM airflow—33% more than typical competitors. Its ultra-thin 3.2-inch profile fits tight engine compartments, while innovative sine-wave blade design maximizes efficiency and minimizes noise. Drawing 18.5 amps, it’s ideal as a primary or auxiliary fan for a wide range of vehicles, built in the USA and backed by a full warranty.

## Description

Flex-a-lite Flex-Wave LoBoy Electric Fan, Puller Fan, 16 Inches (238/105390)

## Features

- One Flex-A-Lite Flex-Wave LoBoy Electric Fan, Puller Fan, 16 Inches (238 / 105390)
- These cooling fans move 3,000 cfm of airflow, up to 33% more airflow than competing brands of car accessories and truck accessories
- Flex-Wave LoBoy car fan has an innovative design with a very thin profile to fit in tight engine bays with overall dimensions of 16 x 16-½ x 3-3/16 inches
- This 12 volt fan with 18.5-amp radiator cooling fan can be used to replace a factory belt-driven fan
- Use as a primary engine fan or an auxiliary fan for additional cooling for cars, trucks, SUVs, muscle cars and RVs

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Manufacturer | Flex-a-lite |
| Part Number | 238 |
| Item Weight | 5.8 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 3.75 x 16 x 16.5 inches |
| Item model number | 238 |
| Size | 16" |
| Color | Black |
| Style | Modern |
| Finish | Painted |
| Material | Plastic |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Voltage | 12 |
| Wattage | 42.16 watts |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Air Flow Capacity | 3E+3 Cubic Feet Per Minute |
| Blade Length | 16 Inches |
| Mounting Type | Wall Mount |
| Switch Style | Push Button |
| Special Features | Innovative Design, Highly Efficient, Reduced Noise |
| Included Components | Wiring, terminals |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | Warranty, Parts: Parts, Warranty, Labor: Authorized Dealer - Full Manufacturer's Warranty Applies |

## Images

![Flex-A-Lite 238 Flex-Wave LoBoy 16" Electric Fan - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91vsKJtMcxL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is there any reason it can't be used as a replacement fan for an AC condenser on a motorhome?**
A: The Flex-a-lite Flex-Wave LoBoy Electric Fan (Puller), 16" (238) is a 12-volt electric fan that is designed to be used as a replacement fan for an AC condenser on a motorhome. It has a diameter of 16 inches and moves 3,000 cubic feet of air per minute. It is also relatively quiet, making it a good choice for motorhomes.

**Q: Will this work with a PWM variable speed  controller?**
A: I know it can be wired to a thermostat switch but would check with the company website about a variable speed controller.  I chose to keep my cooling, system simple and effective.  If my motor is running the fan is running.  It does make noise but if your vehicle has insulation it would be less noticeable.  My truck never goes above 195 degrees since I installed the electric fan.  I have a second fan as a spare, in case this one were to die.  It would be an easy replacement as I used an universal aluminum shroud, welded the 4 mounting bolts to the shroud after installing them with the fan.  Undo 4 nuts put the new fan, put the nuts on, acorn the 2 wires until I got home and could do a proper electrical connection.

**Q: 3 3/16 inch or 3.9 inch?**
A: Definitely not 3 3/16 had to make mods to fit it on my 65 mustang. Probably closer to 3.9.

**Q: Does fan come with attachment ties to radiator?**
A: Yes it does but they are not the best at tightening.  So far however the fan has not moved.  I will add though this is hands down the best electric fan I’ve ever used.  It keeps my 400 hp 6.0 LS perfectly cool.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ great replacement (for a mechanical fan) on my X5
*by N***R on July 20, 2023*

I bought this fan (# 238) to replace the mechanical fan (w/viscous clutch) on my '01 BMW X5. The fan blades were coming apart, and the clutch was howling, so I determined to replace it with what I trusted from prior experience: a Flex-a-Lite electric fan. The Flex-a-lite Flex-Wave LoBoy Electric Fan (Puller), 16" (238), looked like the highest CFM rating that I could fit in, and still use the original fan shroud, despite Amazon's warning that it would not fit. Though I tried using a mounting kit, the Nissens radiator had fins too tight to use the push-thru ties, so I quickly made a mounting frame (with zip-ties & thin aluminum flat bars), and the fan went in just fine. I used an aftermarket thermostatic switch, relay, and wiring kit (not tied into the factory PWM fan circuit that powers the factory auxiliary fan), and the Flex-a-Lite keeps my X5 cool just where I want it, for 2 years now. Great fan!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worked great on my lq9 swapped jeep
*by J***E on September 13, 2025*

Fan pulls alot of air and works very well. Used it in my lq9 swapped jeep with a 160* thermostat, set My terminator x setting to kick fan on at 185 and off at 180.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cool car
*by D***6 on September 28, 2025*

It's not very noisy. Install easy. Keeps my car cool. Great value for the money.works great. Low profile

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*Last updated: 2026-02-18*