How long do your batteries last...

01-24-2010, 02:14 PM

...in your Oust Fans?

-Mark.

icehog3 · 01-24-2010, 02:15 PM

A short enough time that I sh*tcanned all of mine long ago.

captain53 · 01-24-2010, 02:19 PM

about 3 months +/- using duracells

markem · 01-24-2010, 02:26 PM

I use duracells and get about 6 months. I put an electrically powered laptop fan pad on the bottom of one but it doesn't seem to help a lot. Mind you, I don't think that something as small as my vinotemps or coolers can have a huge swing across the unit unless I am constantly opening and closing them, which I don't do.

Smokin Gator · 01-24-2010, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

A short enough time that I sh*tcanned all of mine long ago.

^^^^ 'xactly!!!!

01-24-2010, 03:38 PM

I guess I'll just replace it about every 3 or 4 months and call it good. I don't have a large coolador, but I don't like the idea of the air being static all the time. I don't know why.

-Mark.

NCRadioMan · 01-24-2010, 03:40 PM

Why would you need a fan in a cooler? Whether the air is static or moving, it's still the same air. I have never understood the purpose of using a fan except maybe in very large cabinets.

hotreds · 01-24-2010, 03:43 PM

Not very. I've found that removing the grill from the fans makes them very temperamental to boot. So, even tho I have some in many of my coolerdors, I'm guessing most of them don't work.

Indeed, might not even really be needed.

CasaDooley · 01-25-2010, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

A short enough time that I sh*tcanned all of mine long ago.

Me too.

Quote:

Originally Posted by NCRadioMan

Why would you need a fan in a cooler? Whether the air is static or moving, it's still the same air. I have never understood the purpose of using a fan except maybe in very large cabinets.

My thoughts also.

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotreds

Not very. I've found that removing the grill from the fans makes them very temperamental to boot. So, even tho I have some in many of my coolerdors, I'm guessing most of them don't work.

Indeed, might not even really be needed.

My experiance is that they are a waste of space and not needed in Humi's, coolidors, vino's & small (endtable) cabinets imho.

CigarNut · 01-25-2010, 01:13 PM

I use fans in my two coolidors because I figure with all of the shelves and everything I have in there that am limiting the airflow. While the humidity is supposed to be even throughout, I worry about it being uneven -- just like in any given space, small or large. So I use three small (~1.5") computer fans. I have not had any problems with the fans, and while I may not really need them, they do give me some peace-of-mind and were not difficult to hook up.

PhantomPhlyer · 09-09-2013, 06:29 AM

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Originally Posted by CigarNut

I use fans in my two coolidors because I figure with all of the shelves and everything I have in there that am limiting the airflow. While the humidity is supposed to be even throughout, I worry about it being uneven -- just like in any given space, small or large. So I use three small (~1.5") computer fans. I have not had any problems with the fans, and while I may not really need them, they do give me some peace-of-mind and were not difficult to hook up.

I'm considering putting an old computer fan in my coolerdor and powering it with a cell phone charger. My question is one of basic electronics. The fan is a brushless DC fan calling for a 12VDC/1.60 amp input. The spare charger that I have only puts out about 9 VDC/800 milliamps. Will this (a) destroy the fan, (b) create a safety hazard, or (c) create the possibility of imparting an odor into the cigars stashed in the coolerdor?

elderboy02 · 01-25-2010, 02:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NCRadioMan

Why would you need a fan in a cooler? Whether the air is static or moving, it's still the same air. I have never understood the purpose of using a fan except maybe in very large cabinets.

+1. I have 3 coolers and I don't see the need for a fan.

longknocker · 01-25-2010, 02:09 PM

No Fans In My 3 Large Coolidors & Smokes Are Perfect With Shilala's 65 RH Beads!

01-24-2010, 07:17 PM

I put a piece of tape on the bottom and date. Right around 3 months always.

G G · 01-25-2010, 01:15 PM

I quit worrying about it in my vino. I have two in there but the batteries are dead, so i should prolly take em out.

bobarian · 01-25-2010, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by ggainey

I quit worrying about it in my vino. I have two in there but the batteries are dead, so i should prolly take em out.

Took me a while to figure out that cigars are stress relievers and should not be stress inducers.

Rh? As long as I am in the ballpark 55-65% and things are smoking good then I am happy.

Temp? Who cares, as long as there aren't holes in my sticks.

Air circulation? Air is Air

Relax, have a smoke.

CasaDooley · 01-25-2010, 07:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobarian

Took me a while to figure out that cigars are stress relievers and should not be stress inducers.

Rh? As long as I am in the ballpark 55-65% and things are smoking good then I am happy.

Temp? Who cares, as long as there aren't holes in my sticks.

Air circulation? Air is Air

Relax, have a smoke.

Best Answer Winner!

Amen Bob!!

G G · 01-25-2010, 01:46 PM

xactly bobarian.

eber · 01-25-2010, 01:58 PM

i have three in my vino but I have forgotten about them for long stretches thus letting the batteries die and I didnt notice any difference in RH. once I run out of my stash of D cells they will probably not be used any more.

ucla695 · 01-25-2010, 02:11 PM

Mine last 3 or 4 months.

01-24-2010, 02:14 PM	#1
Roland of Gilead Guest Posts: n/a	How long do your batteries last... ...in your Oust Fans? -Mark.

01-24-2010, 02:15 PM	#2
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,295 Trading: (60)	Re: How long do your batteries last... A short enough time that I sh*tcanned all of mine long ago. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

01-24-2010, 02:19 PM	#3
captain53 Have My Own Room Join Date: Jul 2009 First Name: Dave Location: Lake of the Ozarks & Austin, TX Posts: 1,333 Trading: (3)	Re: How long do your batteries last... about 3 months +/- using duracells

01-24-2010, 02:26 PM	#4
markem Bunion Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Second Star on the Right Posts: 22,622 Trading: (47)	Re: How long do your batteries last... I use duracells and get about 6 months. I put an electrically powered laptop fan pad on the bottom of one but it doesn't seem to help a lot. Mind you, I don't think that something as small as my vinotemps or coolers can have a huge swing across the unit unless I am constantly opening and closing them, which I don't do. __________________ I refuse to belong to any organization that would have me as a member. ~ Groucho Marx

01-24-2010, 03:38 PM	#6
Roland of Gilead Guest Posts: n/a	Re: How long do your batteries last... I guess I'll just replace it about every 3 or 4 months and call it good. I don't have a large coolador, but I don't like the idea of the air being static all the time. I don't know why. -Mark.

01-24-2010, 03:40 PM	#7
NCRadioMan Chutney Lovebusciut Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Chutney Location: On the shores of Loch Shiel Posts: 4,277 Trading: (66)	Re: How long do your batteries last... Why would you need a fan in a cooler? Whether the air is static or moving, it's still the same air. I have never understood the purpose of using a fan except maybe in very large cabinets. __________________ The path to loyalty is trust.

01-24-2010, 03:43 PM	#8
hotreds Ephesians 2:8 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5 miles past "Resume Speed" Posts: 11,662 Trading: (63)	Re: How long do your batteries last... Not very. I've found that removing the grill from the fans makes them very temperamental to boot. So, even tho I have some in many of my coolerdors, I'm guessing most of them don't work. Indeed, might not even really be needed. __________________ God loves you so much, that he made you read this, just to let you know.

01-25-2010, 01:13 PM	#10
CigarNut Fck Cancer! Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Michael Location: Clermont, Florida Posts: 18,042 Trading: (111*)	Re: How long do your batteries last... I use fans in my two coolidors because I figure with all of the shelves and everything I have in there that am limiting the airflow. While the humidity is supposed to be even throughout, I worry about it being uneven -- just like in any given space, small or large. So I use three small (~1.5") computer fans. I have not had any problems with the fans, and while I may not really need them, they do give me some peace-of-mind and were not difficult to hook up.

01-25-2010, 02:09 PM	#13
longknocker Postwhore Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Mobile, Alabama Posts: 11,162 Trading: (82)	Re: How long do your batteries last... No Fans In My 3 Large Coolidors & Smokes Are Perfect With Shilala's 65 RH Beads!

01-24-2010, 07:17 PM	#14
Jfire Guest Posts: n/a	Re: How long do your batteries last... I put a piece of tape on the bottom and date. Right around 3 months always.

01-25-2010, 01:15 PM	#15
G G BR549 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Taylor, FL. Posts: 12,726 Trading: (10)	Re: How long do your batteries last... I quit worrying about it in my vino. I have two in there but the batteries are dead, so i should prolly take em out.

01-25-2010, 01:46 PM	#18
G G BR549 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Taylor, FL. Posts: 12,726 Trading: (10)	Re: How long do your batteries last... xactly bobarian.

01-25-2010, 01:58 PM	#19
eber Have My Own Room Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Erik Posts: 1,229 Trading: (7)	Re: How long do your batteries last... i have three in my vino but I have forgotten about them for long stretches thus letting the batteries die and I didnt notice any difference in RH. once I run out of my stash of D cells they will probably not be used any more.

01-25-2010, 02:11 PM	#20
ucla695 Neither here, nor there Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Pool Posts: 3,696 Trading: (5)	Re: How long do your batteries last... Mine last 3 or 4 months.