Which way should my radiator fans be facing?
Generally, you want the case fans in front of the case drawing in air while the fans at the rear blow air out. If your case has vents at the top, they should be placed as exhaust fans because hot air will rise. Side-mounted fans should be used for intake, though they often don’t have air filters.
Which direction should my fan run in the summer?
During summer months, your ceiling fan blades should be set to spin counterclockwise. When your ceiling fan spins quickly in this direction, it pushes air down and creates a cool breeze. This helps keep a room’s temperature consistent throughout the day and reduces the need for an air conditioner to run constantly.
Which side of the fan is intake?
The side with the brand logo on the center of the blades is the intake side. That’s where cool air is taken in and directed to your computer’s internal hardware components. Take a look at the pieces of plastic holding the middle hub or the center of the fan where the motor is mounted.
Can I put fans on both sides of the radiator?
A push/pull setup is sometimes the best way to go. Using fans on both sides of the radiator is fine but if your radiator is cooling as well as it possibly can with fans on only one side, doubling your fan count is only going to cost more money and make the whole setup louder. Heat rises by convection.
How do I know if my fan is clockwise?
You can tell if your ceiling fan is spinning counterclockwise by watching the way the blades rotate. They should move from the top left, then down to the right, and then back up to the top. You should also feel air movement while standing under the fan. If you don’t, your fan is spinning clockwise.
How do I know if my fan is CW or CCW?
Look at the blade that is in the 12 o’clock position. One side of the blade will be resting on the floor and one side will be raised. – If the Right side is raised, then your fan is Clockwise. – If the Left side is raised, then your fan is CounterClockwise.
Do all fans have a direction switch?
Nearly every ceiling fan has a switch on the motor housing that changes the blades’ movement from counterclockwise (the standard setting) to clockwise, and vice versa. And if you’re in the market for a new ceiling fan, make sure it has a direction switch and learn its location.
What happens if the radiator is too close to the fan?
If you mount the radiator and its fans too close to a device pushing air in the opposite direction it can cause a stalemate with the air and in turn give you higher temperatures. The radiator needs to be put in a way it is not impeded by any device in the system to ensure you get the most performance out of the cooling system.
Do I need a push or pull fan on my radiator?
So while your results will vary depending on the fans, using a push and pull setup on your radiator is not necessary in most cases but can give a little boost to get the best possible performance out of your cooling system. Do: Mount the fans pushing in a direction where hot air can travel freely (Straight up or to the side).
Which direction should a ceiling fan rotate in summer?
A ceiling fan should rotate counterclockwise in the summer, so the blades push cooler air down in a column. This is the best ceiling fan direction for air conditioning since it makes the air feel cooler than it is. It allows you to turn your thermostat up a few degrees.
How do I Stop my radiator from vibrating/noise?
Do:Mount the radiator so its airflow is not impeded by other devices in the machine. One of the best spots on a machine is the top of the case. Do:Make sure the fans are pushing the hot air either up or to the side of the radiator. Do:Tighten the mounting screws snugly enough so the radiator cannot move to alleviate potential vibrating/noise.