Thanks for this video. Being the owner of several power packs (5v USB outlets) that are great at collecting dust, I've found a use. Likewise, I never intend to use 1.5V batteries. The USB cable hopefully will route back into the battery compartment and be protected with the cover installed. Tomorrows job! Thanks for this effort. Take care. Added: Job done in short order and worked as shown. Thanks again.
Remove a TEC module from a gimmicky desktop microfridge, bond it using silicone to the hearter brick mount with the heatsink mounted so the fan blows across also secured with silicone. Wire the TEC module to the fan leads and it will power the fan as the heater warms up. Self powered ❤
Great video! Really inspired my unintentional fan swap. I mentioned you in my most recent video and shared a link to this one. Thanks again for your video.
Ok in places like homer DEPO you can find big USB fans small table top with clip great for pushing the heat further with power pack or wall adapter great for daily use or power out if you got the little buddy or on with out fan.
Ok, just got a new cord at Harbor Freight and timidly cut a brand new cord. Thicker guage red, bare copper, green thin guage, and white thin guage. Guess i just wing it. Its low voltage and shouldnt have an issue
I've seen a couple of these mods now and have one question, instead of modifying the heater why not just put the connector on the end of the USB cable to fit the 6 volt jack and plug it in there ?
Wouldn't have been easier to find a male 6volt plug and wire it the USB? That way you can just plug it into 6 volt jack without having to open in all up?
yes I have done that before but you would be amazed at quickly the plug gets damaged or broken when sticking out the back. Also I am bad at remembering things and am sure I would forget it or drop it somewhere ha ha
Thanks for this video. Being the owner of several power packs (5v USB outlets) that are great at collecting dust, I've found a use. Likewise, I never intend to use 1.5V batteries. The USB cable hopefully will route back into the battery compartment and be protected with the cover installed. Tomorrows job! Thanks for this effort. Take care.
Added: Job done in short order and worked as shown. Thanks again.
Remove a TEC module from a gimmicky desktop microfridge, bond it using silicone to the hearter brick mount with the heatsink mounted so the fan blows across also secured with silicone. Wire the TEC module to the fan leads and it will power the fan as the heater warms up. Self powered ❤
Thanks for making this video. I've long thought that it must be possible. Now I know. Knowledge is power. In this case, it's 5 volts of power. 👍
@@dupre7416 ha ha best comment so far
Great idea! Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge.
Looks like you’re all set for the hard water! Stay warm and stay safe new friends!
For sure buddy. We’ll stay in touch
looks like you could put the power bank inside the battery area. Could be handy.
Just came across this, very slick mod. Thanks!!
Neat idea. Worth mentioning you could add a cheap buck boost converter to up the voltage to the proper 6 volts if desired.
A favor? I’m not experienced w electronics. Could you recommend a converter appropriate for this application? Many thanks in advance
Thanks Mike, great video. Nice clear footage and good audio. Thanks so much
Great video! Really inspired my unintentional fan swap. I mentioned you in my most recent video and shared a link to this one. Thanks again for your video.
Ok in places like homer DEPO you can find big USB fans small table top with clip great for pushing the heat further with power pack or wall adapter great for daily use or power out if you got the little buddy or on with out fan.
Excellent video, thanks for sharing
Ok, just got a new cord at Harbor Freight and timidly cut a brand new cord. Thicker guage red, bare copper, green thin guage, and white thin guage. Guess i just wing it. Its low voltage and shouldnt have an issue
Good video Mike, really good info man!! 👍
Very nice job
I've seen a couple of these mods now and have one question, instead of modifying the heater why not just put the connector on the end of the USB cable to fit the 6 volt jack and plug it in there ?
I dident like the jack as I broke a couple of them as they stick out a bit. More of an opinion
Hi, does it matter which side of the heater you connect a 20lb tank on?
Not at all depending on the connector you use. I have the quick connect which is on the right side I believe.
Nice work! But isn't it possible that long term under voltage might shorten the life of this somewhat difficult to obtain fan motor?
From the model number on the fan that it has an operating voltage from 4.5-6.5 volts. So I assume it’s still in a normal operating range.
Hey man get the fan that’s powered by heat you’ll thank me you just put it on top
I do have a couple. The only bad thing is I damage them quite easy lol
Just in time for hunting season!!! Thanks Mike. Stay safe out there. (I'm assuming you're an LEO. I just get that vibe)
Wouldn't have been easier to find a male 6volt plug and wire it the USB? That way you can just plug it into 6 volt jack without having to open in all up?
yes I have done that before but you would be amazed at quickly the plug gets damaged or broken when sticking out the back. Also I am bad at remembering things and am sure I would forget it or drop it somewhere ha ha
Why not just wire the usb to a male plug for the back jack?
Like the small headphone style jack at the back?
will the USB support 9 volts? Will fan run on 9 volts ?
The fan will work on a 9 volt but will burn out.
Got it thanks !
I used a jump starter for a car mine’s didn’t work not sure what I’m doing wrong
The jump starters may not recognize a low power draw or may only go on for a min and turn off. May have to be a power bank