How long do your batteries last...

[Roland of Gilead]

...in your Oust Fans?

-Mark.

[icehog3]

A short enough time that I sh*tcanned all of mine long ago.

[captain53]

about 3 months +/- using duracells

[markem]

I use duracells and get about 6 months. I put an electrically powered laptop fan pad on the bottom of one but it doesn't seem to help a lot. Mind you, I don't think that something as small as my vinotemps or coolers can have a huge swing across the unit unless I am constantly opening and closing them, which I don't do.

[Roland of Gilead]

I guess I'll just replace it about every 3 or 4 months and call it good. I don't have a large coolador, but I don't like the idea of the air being static all the time. I don't know why.

-Mark.

[NCRadioMan]

Why would you need a fan in a cooler? Whether the air is static or moving, it's still the same air. I have never understood the purpose of using a fan except maybe in very large cabinets.

[hotreds]

Not very. I've found that removing the grill from the fans makes them very temperamental to boot. So, even tho I have some in many of my coolerdors, I'm guessing most of them don't work.

Indeed, might not even really be needed.

[Smokin Gator]

A short enough time that I sh*tcanned all of mine long ago.

^^^^ 'xactly!!!!

[Jfire]

I put a piece of tape on the bottom and date. Right around 3 months always.

[CasaDooley]

A short enough time that I sh*tcanned all of mine long ago. Me too.

Why would you need a fan in a cooler? Whether the air is static or moving, it's still the same air. I have never understood the purpose of using a fan except maybe in very large cabinets. My thoughts also.

Not very. I've found that removing the grill from the fans makes them very temperamental to boot. So, even tho I have some in many of my coolerdors, I'm guessing most of them don't work.

Indeed, might not even really be needed.

My experiance is that they are a waste of space and not needed in Humi's, coolidors, vino's & small (endtable) cabinets imho.:ss

[CigarNut]

I use fans in my two coolidors because I figure with all of the shelves and everything I have in there that am limiting the airflow. While the humidity is supposed to be even throughout, I worry about it being uneven -- just like in any given space, small or large. So I use three small (~1.5") computer fans. I have not had any problems with the fans, and while I may not really need them, they do give me some peace-of-mind and were not difficult to hook up.

[G G]

I quit worrying about it in my vino. I have two in there but the batteries are dead, so i should prolly take em out.

[bobarian]

I quit worrying about it in my vino. I have two in there but the batteries are dead, so i should prolly take em out.

:tpd: Took me a while to figure out that cigars are stress relievers and should not be stress inducers.

Rh? As long as I am in the ballpark 55-65% and things are smoking good then I am happy.

Temp? Who cares, as long as there aren't holes in my sticks.

Air circulation? Air is Air

Relax, have a smoke. :2

[G G]

xactly bobarian.:tu

[eber]

i have three in my vino but I have forgotten about them for long stretches thus letting the batteries die and I didnt notice any difference in RH. once I run out of my stash of D cells they will probably not be used any more.

[elderboy02]

Why would you need a fan in a cooler? Whether the air is static or moving, it's still the same air. I have never understood the purpose of using a fan except maybe in very large cabinets.

+1. I have 3 coolers and I don't see the need for a fan.

[longknocker]

No Fans In My 3 Large Coolidors & Smokes Are Perfect With Shilala's 65 RH Beads!:tu

[ucla695]

Mine last 3 or 4 months.

[kelmac07]

I am lucky to get 3 months with my Duracells.

[CasaDooley]

:tpd: Took me a while to figure out that cigars are stress relievers and should not be stress inducers.

Rh? As long as I am in the ballpark 55-65% and things are smoking good then I am happy.

Temp? Who cares, as long as there aren't holes in my sticks.

Air circulation? Air is Air

Relax, have a smoke. :2
Best Answer Winner!:wnr
Amen Bob!!:tu

[PhantomPhlyer]

I use fans in my two coolidors because I figure with all of the shelves and everything I have in there that am limiting the airflow. While the humidity is supposed to be even throughout, I worry about it being uneven -- just like in any given space, small or large. So I use three small (~1.5") computer fans. I have not had any problems with the fans, and while I may not really need them, they do give me some peace-of-mind and were not difficult to hook up.

I'm considering putting an old computer fan in my coolerdor and powering it with a cell phone charger. My question is one of basic electronics. The fan is a brushless DC fan calling for a 12VDC/1.60 amp input. The spare charger that I have only puts out about 9 VDC/800 milliamps. Will this (a) destroy the fan, (b) create a safety hazard, or (c) create the possibility of imparting an odor into the cigars stashed in the coolerdor?

[CigarNut]

I am not an expert. However, I think using lower voltage and current will not create a safety hazard or impart any odor. Really depends on the fan though.

I hooked computer fans to a USB port and been fine.

[T.G]

I'm considering putting an old computer fan in my coolerdor and powering it with a cell phone charger. My question is one of basic electronics. The fan is a brushless DC fan calling for a 12VDC/1.60 amp input. The spare charger that I have only puts out about 9 VDC/800 milliamps. Will this (a) destroy the fan, (b) create a safety hazard, or (c) create the possibility of imparting an odor into the cigars stashed in the coolerdor?


a) Probably not, but check the voltage range on the label or with the manufacturer to be sure. 12VDC computer fans being able to run at 9VDC is common, they just turn slower.

b) If the 1.6A rating is correct, that's a 20W fan, at 9VDC it'll need about 2A (2000mA). So, yes with that fan, you'll have a safety hazard with your power supply being overloaded.

c) No.


Might be best to look for a smaller/less power hungry PC case fan, something in the more typical 1-2 watt range and voltage rated for 8-12 VDC or so. The 9V power supply you have will be more than sufficient for a fan like that and you can change answer b to "So long as your wiring is safe/proper, no"