To determine a fan or blowers horsepower use the following equation. 

Equation:  

        
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Where:

T = Required Torque, lb-ft
WK² = Inertia of load to be accelerated
(See moment of inertia calculations)
= Change of speed, rpm
t = Time to accelerate the load, seconds

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