The Derale 16738 is a premium single stage electric fan control kit that switches up to two cooling fans on and off based on coolant temperature. It turns the fans on at a preset 180°F and off at 165°F, and is rated for up to 25 amps continuous draw through a heavy-duty 40/60 amp relay harness. The kit uses a push-in radiator fin probe and includes an A/C override circuit so the fans run when the air conditioning is on.
Specifications:
- Type: premium single stage electric fan controller
- Turn-on temperature: 180°F (preset)
- Turn-off temperature: 165°F (preset)
- Amp rating: up to 25 A continuous
- Relay: heavy-duty 40/60 amp relay harness
- Probe: push-in radiator fin probe
- Controls: up to 2 fans
- Included: probe, relay wire harness, connectors, A/C override circuit
- Part number: 16738
FAQ
What does the Derale 16738 controller do?
It turns up to two cooling fans on at 180°F and off at 165°F based on coolant temperature.
What is the amp rating?
It handles up to 25 amps continuous through a heavy-duty 40/60 amp relay harness.
Does it have an A/C override?
Yes, it includes an A/C override circuit so the fans run with the air conditioning on.
How does the probe mount?
It uses a push-in radiator fin probe that slides between the radiator fins.

