80mm Fan Adapters Version 2 with Solidworks 2014 Source

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After two years, which happens to be almost to the exact date that I recall making these adapters, I made a decision to revamp them from scratch and make significant changes while including the source code to simplify modifications. I took this opportunity to increase the thickness of the walls to help with print quality, knowing it would improve over time. The approach was changed to include a new design feature called "revolved extrude" which is essential for thicker wall production and making angled adjustments as desired. With this revamp, users now have the option to adjust various features such as the throat length at will, allowing maximum flexibility in terms of print settings. The main function of these adapters is to modify a 25mm thick fan to be used with an 80mm x 10mm fan connector, resulting in significantly reduced noise levels and increased airflow, surpassing that of even larger 40mm fans. The unique feature set allows for multiple adapter designs based on specific fan sizes, including an 80mm fan mount option, a 120mm version, a 92mm model, and several additional tall versions for each which offer enhanced airflow benefits. A significant advantage lies in the adjustable "Throat Length" setting in the source code. This customization is key to adjusting the performance and sound of various fans as users desire, providing flexibility that equates to exceptional quality. However, instead of complex calculations or formulae driving these modifications, a direct adjustment in the code simplifies the process for such precise controls. Below you'll find step-by-step instructions on assembly: **Required Hardware** * For mounting fans onto adapters with 40mm fan connections, use 3mm x 15mm screws. Four will be needed. * Use four 4.5mm x 30mm screws to connect a fan adapter with a 120mm mount point and also a few smaller components may need this type too (just make sure). * Other fan mounts including 92mm will utilize 4mm x 30mm, ensuring accurate alignment during assembly. All fan mounting screws should ideally have their own length extended or slightly increased to reach the entire length within fans, taking note that a minimum depth of 25mm is ideal for any fan size connection used. **Note: A recommended setting when printing would be high density infill between these sections at about 50-75%.