Using Variable-Speed Device on Recycled Computer Cooling Fan for DIY Solder-Fume Extractor.

[ToddB66]

I'm thinking of making a DIY fume-extractor for soldering electronic components to the circuit board. I like the idea of being able to vary the fan speed. This would allow me to set the speed for best draw of fumes into the carbon-activated filter chamber.

What electrical considerations do I need to know to properly match a speed-control device and a small fan ?

If you need more information in order to answer my question, ask away and I'll be glad to supply more detail.

Thanks in advance !

ToddB66

[ToddB66]

Using Variable-Speed Device on Recycled Computer Cooling Fan for DIY Solder-Fume Extractor.

I'm thinking of making a DIY fume-extractor for soldering electronic components to the circuit board. I like the idea of being able to vary the fan speed. This would allow me to set the speed for best draw of fumes into the carbon-activated filter chamber.

What electrical considerations do I need to know to properly match a speed-control device and a small fan ?

If you need more information in order to answer my question, ask away and I'll be glad to supply more detail.

Thanks in advance !

ToddB66

Carl........27 Views and 0 Replies since starting my thread on Dec. 12, 2014.

Looks like I might have stumped the viewers !

Can you give me some help on this ?

Thanks much !

ToddB66

[Carl-NC]

I might be stumped, too. Is it an AC or DC fan? They are controlled in entirely different ways.

[Thomas]

AC fan, buy a light dimmer. DC fan http://www.eleccircuit.com/simple-va...for-beginners/ or
http://www.eleccircuit.com/regulator...nsistor-c1061/

[G-set]

ToddB66, I have used this type of device a few times to control the speed of a 12v DC computer fan... they work well and control the fan speed with no hunting of the motor...

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/181539908750

For AU$3.20 I feel it is not worth stuffing around to build something.

[ToddB66]

Using Variable-Speed Device on Recycled Computer Cooling Fan for DIY Solder-Fume Extractor.

I might be stumped, too. Is it an AC or DC fan? They are controlled in entirely different ways.

Carl,

I'm thinking of using an AC to DC 12 Volt output Adapter, to power a recycled DC computer cooling fan.

ToddB66

[Carl-NC]

A PWM controller like G-set suggested is probably what you want.

[ToddB66]

Using Variable-Speed Device on Recycled Computer Cooling Fan for DIY Solder-Fume Extractor.

Thanks Carl, Thomas and G-set for all the help ! .............ToddB66

[ToddB66]

Using Variable-Speed Device on Recycled Computer Cooling Fan for DIY Solder-Fume Extractor.

A PWM controller like G-set suggested is probably what you want.

Carl-NC,

I went to the e-Bay address hyperlinked in G-set's post #5, but there is a note that indicates the item is not posted to the U.S.
(see note copied & pasted below.)

Posts to: Australia, Americas, Europe, Asia

So I was able to find a similar PWM speed control at Amazon.com and ordered that one. See the attached photo and ad below.

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Estone Hi-Q Pulse Width PWM DC Motor Speed Regulator Controller Switch 6V 12V 24V 3A

Price:

$4.69 & FREE Shipping

In Stock.
Ships from and sold by heroneo.

Estimated Delivery Date: Jan. 21 - Feb. 6 when you choose Standard at checkout.

• Control the speed of a DC motor with this controller.
• High efficiency, high torque, low heat generating.
• With reverse polarity protection, high current protection.
• Model: CCM mini
• Input voltage: DC6V - 28V

[G-set]

Good stuff Todd, that PWM controller will do the job very well.

[ToddB66]

Thanks G-set !

ToddB66

[6666]

DIY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=klTfk6L7o6o

http://makezine.com/2008/03/30/diy-fume-extractor-1/

[ToddB66]

Using Variable-Speed Device on Recycled Computer Cooling Fan for DIY Solder-Fume Extractor.

DIY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=klTfk6L7o6o

Hi 6666 !

Thanks for the links to the Altoids candy-tin fume extractor.

I've seen that before and decided to build something larger with a carbon filter and variable-speed device purchased on Amazon (Estone Hi-Q Pulse Width PWM DC Motor Speed Regulator Controller Switch 6V 12V 24V 3A, sold by heroneo, new condition). When purchased it was $4.69 with Free S&H. I'm waiting for it to arrive this month and I've attached a photo below. BTW, noticed I made an error in my previous post #9, Dec. 25, 2014, when typing the max-end of the Voltage range as being 28V; this should have been 24V.

ToddB66