I have a USB fan running non-stop for the last 2 years (cooling the PVR and some network equipment in a enclosed cabinet), so they are reasonably reliable. Keep in mind though that you should be better off with a 12 V fan, as there won’t be any need to convert the voltage. Almost all computer fans (the ones that go into the case) run on 12 V; they can be incredibly quiet and many have adjustable rpm. And they are quite reliable. If you want to get fancy, buy one with a neon light (J). And they all cost under $10.
Marek From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Dennis C. via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, July 16, 2014 9:10 PM To: CnClist Subject: Stus-List USB ports and users I recently installed a Blue Sea 1016 dual usb port at my navstation for charging our cellphones. (The Admiral has an unlimited data plan and Pandora on her phone. We have a stereo that accepts MP3 aux so we use it a lot.) Anyway, I was wandering through a discount store and saw usb powered fans for cooling laptops. Curious, I googled usb fans. There are a LOT of usb powered fans out there. Look at some of these: http://www.amazon.com/Thermaltake-Mobile-Fan-External-Cooling/dp/B00080G0BK/ref=zg_bs_3015416011_2 http://www.amazon.com/Daffodil-UFN01-Switch-Speed-Adjustable/dp/B002C3IOZG/ref=zg_bs_3015416011_12 There are several muffin style fans for those who want to install a fan in their companionway hatch boards and hook it up to their batteries via a usb port. I found a usb powered refrigerator that cools one can of soda. How about this usb powered aquarium? http://www.smarthome.com/95640/Fascinations-FISHQ1-USB-Desktop-Aquarium/p.aspx Just opening up some options for the list. :) Dennis C. Touche' 35-1 #83 Mandeville, LA
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