azndragon328 Posted December 20, 2003 Posted December 20, 2003 is it possible to make a smart case fan 2 or any 80 mm fan... or you know any computer fan using a computer psu... i want to try to splice the wire to run on an external power outlet the one in the wall is it possible> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exeter_acres Posted December 20, 2003 Posted December 20, 2003 Huh?? You want to plug an 80mm fan in the wall?? Why? you would need a power inverter(i think it would be an inverter?) That would convert the 110v wall current to 12v for the fan... oh and then there is the problem of watts and amps...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
d3bruts1d Posted December 20, 2003 Posted December 20, 2003 I'm a bit lost as well... Moved to the modding forum till I figure out what he's asking... either way, doesn't belong in general. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
azndragon328 Posted December 20, 2003 Posted December 20, 2003 i want to run an 80mm fan on a 110 wall outlet..is there anyway sorry about the wronf place Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
d3bruts1d Posted December 20, 2003 Posted December 20, 2003 (edited) You'd have to build (or buy) a step down transformer to go from the 110/220 V AC to 12 V DC. Not to mention the differance in current. It'd be easier and not to mention cheaper to buy a standard room fan if you wanted to have a fan plug into the 110V plug. Edited December 20, 2003 by d3bruts1d Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sVperbeast2k5 Posted December 20, 2003 Posted December 20, 2003 Well, sure, it's possible, but (other than because you can) why would you want to?? Here's how: You would need to get a transformer, like one of those little black boxes that come with a lot of electrical equipment, first. The transformer would have to be rated for 110-115V input and 7-15V DC output... Unplug the transformer from the wall socket or any other power device... Cut the little, round adapter end off of the transformer output wires, separate and partially strip the wires. Use a multimeter to find out which wire is + and which wire is - (or just test them on the fan) Splice the proper wires together and cover up any exposed conductors... Plug in the transformer and enjoy your creation... NOTE: Whatever you do, don't stick the fan wires directly into the wall... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tazwegion Posted December 20, 2003 Posted December 20, 2003 (edited) you would need a power inverter(i think it would be an inverter?) That would convert the 110v wall current to 12v for the fan.... Hmmmmm... a transformer an inverter is used to create 110/240v from a 12v source. plug that fan into the mains and watch it blow Like D3 said buy a mains powered fan (cheaper), or get an automotive/thermatic 12v fan they're big... huge airflow... etc. Edited December 20, 2003 by tazwegion Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eva_Unit_0 Posted December 20, 2003 Posted December 20, 2003 Plug in the transformer and enjoy your creation... NOTE: Whatever you do, don't stick the fan wires directly into the wall... I actually know a kid who did that...he just cut the wires and stuck them into a wall outlet. Tripped every breaker in the house and just about caught fire. That took a special kind of stupidity... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
azndragon328 Posted December 20, 2003 Posted December 20, 2003 haha that crazy stick it straight into the wall..."automotive/thermatic 12v fan they're big... huge airflow... etc." are those for computer or the wall outlet? if wall outlet where can i get it? or do u guys know any like really strong fan that is pretty small that can fit on a little desk like an 80mm or 92mm thanks..it cause my dad friend solders things and he wants it to suck the smoke away Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sVperbeast2k5 Posted December 20, 2003 Posted December 20, 2003 my dad friend solders things and he wants it to suck the smoke away ah! Well that's a good idea then! Perhaps a ducted 80mm with the transformer attachment... Interesting project to work on! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Special_K Posted December 20, 2003 Posted December 20, 2003 yea sounds cool but id say just go with a plug in fan, save yourself some time and money! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xtreme21 Posted December 20, 2003 Posted December 20, 2003 LOL once you plugged the fan in it would explode... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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