Does this speed controller on a 'VenTech IF4CF412 4" Inline Duct Fan 190'. It seems to work w/ the larger or 6" or above inline fans, another words it is not built for VenTech IF4CF412 4" Inline Duct Fan 190. Is this correct?
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These types of devices are a terrible kluge. The only way to properly control the speed of a motor is to use a variable transformer. What you want is the Variac 3 amp made in china. http://www.amazon.com/Variac-Variable-Transformer-300va-Output/dp/B006NGI8VS I have two of the 3 amp Variacs, and I also have two of those crap VenTech units just like the one you are asking about. The Variacs allow for much slower fan speeds; but most important is the fact that your cheap kluge outputs a square wave which wastes energy, stresses the motor, and actually causes a significant amount of noise to emanate from the fan itself -- the result of short pulses of square wave forms beating on the motor.
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No it will not. You need a 4"-6" duct transition. You can get one from Home Depot or Lowe's. Make sure that the Carbon filter is in range for thw version you buy. If the fan is too fast, then it will not properly scrub. If the filter requires more CFM, then you could potentially burn out the fan. That would take months though.
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It appears that this is classified information. No data plate on my fan and no specs in the documentation. I even did an internet search and found no information, other than there is another 6" 2 speed clip fan made by Comfort Zone that appears to be identical. I always assumed that a data plate was a requirement on all electrical equipment, but apparently not. Where are the regulatory bureaucrats when you need them? Sorry I couldn't help.
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I wish I could answer this. I have not had much luck with my duct control either.Would not recommend.Iam guessing there is airflow from furnace unit causing it to stay on . im looking for another solution
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I dont have this particular fan controller. But I dont think it would be wise to ever plug a CPU fan into the can controller. Depending on the Bios or MoBo you have you might be able to configure the fan to adjust automatically.
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I'm using an inexpensive controller for a ceiling fan, I don't remember the brand, 3 speed, works nicely.
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You know Steve- the manufacturer's website answers your questions :) but here you go. "Q: What fans can I use a fan speed controller with? A: Our fan speed controller (ACSC) will work with brushless motors, such as the ones commonly used with inline centrifugal fans. Do not use with blowers, booster fans, etc." Quiet operation Durable ceramic-coated Metal housing UL-recognized components High quality molded impeller Thermally-protected AC motor Includes mounting brackets and 8 foot pre-wired 120V cord Thermally protected A/C motor :) I have 3 - these things are worth every penny - they are loud if not attached to any duct or filter.
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yes, i use the active air controller from amazon with my fan and it works BUT it is finicky. make adjustments to fan speed slowly. is it damaging my fan? i can't say. i have run it 24/7 for almost 4 months now for my indoor herb garden without a problem.
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If you want to get technical, you will want to know the CFM (cubic feet per minute) of the fan you are using. If you have a 6 inch and a 4 inch fan with the same CFM, they will vent the same amount of air. You will need 6 inch ducting to attach to the hood, but that does not necessarily mean you can only use a 6 inch fan. I rigged this up to a lasko blower fan from walmart (~$45) and it does well.
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I set my fan on max and then removed the chains from it as this controller works great at controlling the speed of the fan from low to high. It has 4 speeds instead of the 3 most fans come with.
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Is the fan the same fan you purchased with the original controller?? If so you shouldn't have to re-progam the control. When we got our replacement control we put in new batteries and it worked right away. If its a different fan then the original you should probably contact the manufactuer of the fan for help. I don't remember putting in any code???
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Well No speed control. i think it works with the 9800 but you need to measure the stock fan and make sure there the same size diameter etc. i it does a great job this has one extra blade then the stock one resulting in more air flow.
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Yes. The fan's speed will not be controlled by the onboard controller, rather the selection made on the switch. I would imagine the function is limited to the fan's controller b/c should the mobo controller drop the speed, while low/silent is selected, the fan may not receive enough juice to turn. If you're using several fans this is nice b/c even on molex the fans will be functioning at similar speeds w/o purchasing a controller, flipping the 5volt to 3volt or howling at higher rpm's.
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Forgot to mention, the case fan is quite loud so I would either replace it with a quiet one or get a simple fan speed controller. This is what i got. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000292DO0
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Hi Joe: I had my electrician install both of these fans and I will say that honestly I do not know but.....I had him replace my 4" to a 6", it is a very inexpensive hose.
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yes, there are reducers in the section of home depot or lowes that has duct work (hvac parts). the problem is, reducing the diameter of the duct defeats the purpose of using a larger fan. you may want to consult panasonic tech support to see if this will damage the fan (overheating the motor).
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NO. I even went so far as to try one for brushless motors (even though I was nearly positive it was a standard brush- style). Speed controllers do NOT work with this fan.