Using Aftermarket Inline Exhaust and non OEM Replacement Fans
Why use an aftermarket fan?
The usual reason is to mitigate noise levels on the CZ-TD550 centrifugal fan.
Your stock exhaust fan (Q3 2021 and older)
Here is some information about your stock fan PRIOR TO CONTAINER #103 for comparison:
Machine | Fan Model | Duct Size | Airflow | Noise | Link |
Mini 60 | W150 | 6" | 323 CFM | 26 dB | |
Odin 22/32 | 6" | ||||
Aurora V1 | HF75-S | 3" | 76 CFM | 26 dB | |
Nova 24 | W150 | 6" | 323 CFM | 26 dB | |
Nova 35 | CZ-TD550 | 6" | 482.6 CFM | ||
Nova 51 | CZ-TD550 | 6" | 482.6 CFM | ||
Nova 63 | CZ-TD550 | 6" | 482.6 CFM |
Your stock exhaust fan (Q3 2021 and newer)
Here is some information about the stock inline fans
Machine | Fan Model | Duct Size | Airflow | Noise | Link |
Mini 60 | W150 | 6" | 323 CFM | 26 dB | |
Odin 22/32 | HF-150PE | 6" | 380 CFM | 55 dB | |
Aurora V1 | HF75-S | 3" | 76 CFM | 26 dB | |
Aurora V2 | 4" | ||||
Nova and Nova Plus 24,35 | HF-150PE | 6" | 380 CFM | 55 dB | |
Nova and Nova Plus 51, 63 | HF-200PE | 8" | 735 CFM | 70 dB | |
Nova 63 | HF-200PE | 8" | 735 CFM | 70 dB | |
Titan 27 | |||||
Titan 35, 51 | |||||
Bolt V1 | |||||
Bolt V2 | |||||
Bolt Plus, Bolt Pro 22, Bolt Pro 32 | |||||
Bolt Plus 24, Bolt Pro 36 |
AC Infinity Cloudline S-Series Inline Exhaust Fans:
This is some basic info on AC Infinity Cloudline S-series axial inline exhaust fans
Model | S6 | S8 | S10 | S12 |
Duct Size | 6" | 8" | 10" | 12" |
Dimensions | 7.9 x 12.6 x 8.4 in. | 8.5 x 11.9 x 9.2 in. | 11.3 x 15.1 x 12.2 in. | 12.2 x 17.7 x 14.0 in. |
Airflow | 402 CFM | 807 CFM | 1201 CFM | 1604 CFM |
Noise | 32 dBA | 39 dBA | 48 dBA | 62 dBA |
MSRP (Feb.2026) | $99 | $158 | $279 | $379 |
Link |
*Specs may change by the OEM, be sure to check their website.
Other Fans:
You can use other similar fans as long as they meet or exceed the minimum airflow and they do not exceed the current draw and other specs of your stock fan.
Connecting an aftermarket fan to your Thunder Laser
You can connect an exhaust fan that does not draw more current than your stock fan. You will find that info linked above. To do this you will need an IEC 60320 C14 Male to NEMA 5-15R Female 10A adapter like this:
DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER LIKE THIS TO RUN AN EXTERNAL AIR COMPRESSOR FROM THE COMPRESSOR JACK ON THE LASER. THIS IS FOR ADAPTING THE EXHAUST FAN TO ACCEPT AN AFTERMARKET INLINE FAN.
Adding a Startup Delay for your exhaust fan
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