Page 1 of 1
what size fans usually fit on the case? like in the front and back?
Posted: Tue Oct 02, 2001 9:46 pm
by newbie69
im planning to buy 2 powerful fans that fit in my case without any mods, just by leaving the case exactly how it is...what size fans usually fit in the case? any links or referrals of a case fan? 1 is going to take the hot air out, the other is going to take fresh air in...thanks in advance
Posted: Tue Oct 02, 2001 9:58 pm
by A_old
80mm
Posted: Tue Oct 02, 2001 10:11 pm
by Brent
80mm which is 10cm
Posted: Tue Oct 02, 2001 10:25 pm
by newbie69
so any kind of 80mm fans? because theres like 80x25mm and
80x38mm
Posted: Tue Oct 02, 2001 10:29 pm
by RoundEye
Originally posted by newbie69
so any kind of 80mm fans? because theres like 80x25mm and
80x38mm
80mm is from screw hole to screw hole.
25mm and 38mm is the height of the fan.
Posted: Tue Oct 02, 2001 10:37 pm
by cybotron r_9
Originally posted by RoundEye
80mm is from screw hole to screw hole.
25mm and 38mm is the height of the fan.
I read somewhere that the 38mm height is better for airflow
"The thicker the fan, IE 80x32mm versus 80x25mm, the better they handle static pressure, up to a point."
link
what do u guys think?
Posted: Tue Oct 02, 2001 10:41 pm
by A_old
yea cause they're usually more powerful.
Posted: Tue Oct 02, 2001 11:32 pm
by poptom
First thing to do is measure the openings on your case. The front fan is usually 80mm diameter with mounting holes at 100mm diam. Rear exhaust is probably the same but could have one or more 60mm openings instead. The thicker fan is likely to be more efficient if you've got the space.