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08/24/2016, 07:25 PM | #1 |
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Observation - LED Biocube 32 Fan
So my lights are off for the next few days but, i fire them up for a few while i run the water tests.
The fan(s) seem very sluggish and louder than expected. This weekend I will take the hood apart to check the size and see if i can find one that is quieter and more efficient. Just a thought RJ |
08/24/2016, 08:02 PM | #2 |
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I just got my 32bc today, hooked it up and also noticed that the fan is extremely loud, sounds like there is something in it.
That will be a mod to be on the lookout for. |
08/24/2016, 08:10 PM | #3 |
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could pull the old fan out and get a silent / stealth PC computer fan to replace it
http://www.newegg.com/Fans-PC-Coolin...ID-11?Tid=6648 I'm sure there are other/better places to order |
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08/26/2016, 10:38 PM | #5 |
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There's definately room to add another fan and remove and replace the existing fan. My fan has developed a rattle and seems under sized as well. Going to be replacing with a pc fan off amazon and adding another for a total of two.
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09/13/2016, 09:05 AM | #6 |
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Update - So I removed the fan today, it was very simple...10 screws for the cover, 2 for the fan and disconnect the wire.
The specs on the original fan are... CF-12510M 50MM 2-Pin Ball Bearing Fan Model: CF-12510M Dimension: 50x50x10 MM Voltage: DC 12V Current: Max 0.15A Bearing: Ball Termination: 2-Wire / 2-Pin Speed: 5,000RPM Airflow: 12CFM Noise: 32dBA I had to go to a chinese site to figure this stuff out! It looks like the same fan they put in the 8 & 14 biocube Its an OEM style fan that retails for about $4 (unless you buy as a replacement part for $20) So i ordered the following from amazon for $10 Its specs are roughly the same except for the height (20 vs 10) there is plenty of room in there for the added height. It's LOUDER than the stock fan but, it moves more air. Simple install procedure, same connector as the original. Gdstime 50mm X 50mm X 20mm 5cm 2 Inch 12v Brushless Dc Cooling Cooler Fan Dimensions 50x50x20 Voltage: DC 12V Current: Max 0.15A Bearing: Sleeve Termination: 2-Wire / 2-Pin Speed: 5,000RPM Airflow: 16.5CFM Noise: 26dBA Then I ordered the following fan from amazon for $13 Its a 50x10 so the size is identical to the stock fan It is MUCH QUIETER than the stock fan! Same simple install procedure, same connector as original. Scythe SY501012M 50mm x 10mm Silent Mini Kaze fan Dimensions 50x50x10 Voltage: DC 12V Termination: 2-Wire / 2-Pin Noise Level 26.09 dBA Air Flow 27 CFM Fan Speed 4,500 rpm Bearing: Sleeve / MTBF 30,000 hours |
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New fan will be only 1600 RPM as opposed to 5000+ so should be significantly quieter. Last edited by Scurvy Dawg; 09/13/2016 at 05:30 PM. |
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12/09/2016, 01:47 PM | #8 |
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Just received mine today. Unpacked the tank and plugged in the lights; the fan is laughably loud. Like no way they actually intended it to be this loud. From time to time it will be near silent for a few seconds. Then it instantly reverts to a soft grinding sound, if that makes sense. Should I return it?
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12/09/2016, 02:14 PM | #9 | |
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You can replace the fan pretty easily. If you are doing a direct replacement, you need a 50mmx50mmX10mm fan. You can get them online for under 10 bucks. I tried a different 50X50X10 fan and it was a lot quieter, but not quiet enough for me since my tank is in my living room. I made an adapter using Lexan that allowed my to use a 60mmx60mmx20mm fan that runs at a much lower RPM and now my fan is so quiet I can't hear it running. |
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12/09/2016, 02:28 PM | #10 |
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Just how crap are we talking? I mean this thing is at least twice as loud as my PC with eight plus fans in it.
Thanks for the reply. |
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You either have to live with it or swap it out in my opinion. Kind of sucks considering what you paid for it. It's the same with the return pump on the 32. It's the same crappy one they used on the 29. Most people swap out the pump also. After owning a 32 for about 5 months now, I wouldn't say I regret getting it because its still a pretty good tank, but if I had to do it all over again, I would probably go a different direction. When its all said and done, I ended up replacing the fan, the pump and will replace the LED's after the first of the year. If someone was just going to go fish only, it's a pretty nice tank. |
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12/09/2016, 02:49 PM | #12 |
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I'm starting to think I should have purchased just the tank. I like the lights so far, but I'm comparing them to compact florescence (not even T5s). If I tap on it, the fan is instantly quiet. Eh, I will get out the Dremel and make something work. Yeah, it definitely feels shitty to have paid for what's advertised as a premium tank only to instantly need to fix something as simple and cheep as a fan.
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12/09/2016, 03:34 PM | #13 |
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I have no experience with the LED lights that come stock, but I have not heard alot of good things about them.
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12/09/2016, 03:42 PM | #14 |
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Probably should have purchased a 40B, or just the tank by itself. Oh well. You'll be fine if you're keeping mostly softies, LPS, and some zoanthids. It's easy enough to retrofit new lights, it just takes time, money, and DIY skills (but at least there are some choices for good kits).
I hate these stupid fans as well. They do their job, since if I don't run the fans, my LEDs will overheat and turn off, but they are too damn loud. I bought some generics on ebay but never got around to installing them... |
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My fan is really quiet. Maybe there is a quality control, lot-to-lot issue.
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If you screw the fan a tiny bit of a turn tighter does it quiet it? That as well as but less likely loosening the screw can help reduce noise/vibrations. Also may I suggest you put a little piece of rubber in the mounts.
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12/14/2016, 02:59 PM | #20 |
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Just heard back from Coralife and they said they're sending me a new hood. So fingers crossed this one is like Seattle_Reefs!
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12/15/2016, 11:54 AM | #21 |
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I just purchased a Silenx Fan for mine.. Should be here Monday or Tuesday. Planning on making an adapter for the 50mm to 60mm. Here is the specs.
Rated dBa: 12 Dimensions 60x60x25mm RPM:1700 CFM: 14 Bearings: 2nd gen fluid dynamic bearings. They make 3 different 60mms a 8 dBa pushing 10 CFM a 12 dBa pushing 14 CFM a 16 dBA pushing 18 CFM
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Smoke, i found the exact same design. I was going to have a friend make one.. After seeing what Scurvy posted, I'm glad I just went and purchased some lexan instead. I have yet to tear down the lid. Scurvy is there room to put a 2nd fan in there or would it even need it?
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