Universal 120mm Fan Exhaust System for Enclosures

A versatile exhaust system, featuring a 120mm PC fan and a removable, tool-less desig
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Basic Information:

I designed this (mostly) universal 3d Printer enclosure exhaus system that can be used with pretty much every type of enclosure.

This exhaust sytem can be removed toollessly and a lid can be placed on the hole.

Required Components:

  • 8x fan screws
  • 120mm PC fan
  • PSU with voltage control (For fan speed regulation)
  • 100mm diameter flex tube

Tools Needed:

  • Knife
  • Screwdriver
  • (Optional) Saw for wooden enclosures

 

Installation Instructions

For Mesh Enclosure

  1. Prepare the Holes: Pinch 4 holes for screws in designated areas for “EnclosureAdapter1.stl” and “EnclosureAdapterInside.stl.”
  2. Connect the Adapters:
    • Attach “EnclosureAdapterOutside.stl” on the outside of the enclosure.
    • Attach “EnclosureAdapterInside.stl” on the inside.
    • Secure both parts with screws.
  3. Cut the Hole: Use a knife to cut the hole for the flex tube.
  4. Attach the Tube: Fit the flex tube to the “100mmTubeAdapter.stl”
  5. Screw the “100mmTubeAdapter.stl.” to your 120mm pc fan

For Wooden Enclosure

  1. Position the Adapter: Hold “EnclosureAdapterOutside.stl” against the desired location.
  2. Mark the Circle: Draw a circle where the hole will be sawed.
  3. Secure the Adapter: Screw “EnclosureAdapterOutside.stl” directly into the wood or pre-drill the holes for screws.
  4. Attach the Tube: Fit the flex tube to the “100mmTubeAdapter.stl”
  5. Screw the “100mmTubeAdapter.stl.” to your 120mm pc fan

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