Which fan controller?

Forde3654Eire · Apr 12, 2013

Which is the appropriate fan controller for a bunch of Yate Loon fans? I'm trying to get something that is good, but wont break the bank.

Here's the fan:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Yate-Loon-120mm-Computer-Case-3-4-Pin-Cooling-Fan-High-Speed-D12SH-12-/150988783924?pt=US_Computer_Case_Fans&hash=item2327a20134

Here are the controllers:

Fan controller, add $11.49 shipping, total = $26.66
http://www.ebay.com/itm/5-25-Case-Desktop-Bay-6-Port-PC-Device-CPU-HD-Fan-Fans-Speed-Control-Controller-/261184517030?pt=UK_Computing_Other_Computing_Networking&hash=item3ccfcf73a6

LOGISYS 6-Channel, add $16.58 shipping, total = $38.57
http://www.ebay.com/itm/LOGISYS-6-Channekl-Fan-Controller-Model-FB600BK-/251194548617?pt=US_Computer_Case_Accessories_Tool_Kits&hash=item3a7c5ca189

NZXT Sentry Mesh, add $19.20 shipping, total = $43.17
Controller-w-Five-30-watts-Channels-/321105422047?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4ac35fe6df]http://www.ebay.com/itm/Brand-new-NZXT-Sentry-Mesh-Fan-Controller-w-Five-30-watts-Channels-/321105422047?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4ac35fe6df

NZXT Sentry 2, add $13.99 shipping, total = $40.61
http://www.amazon.com/SENTRY-Touch-Screen-Fan-Controller/dp/B002L16OMO/ref=sr_1_cc_2?s=aps&ie=UTF8&qid=1365724096&sr=1-2-catcorr&keywords=nzxt+fan+controller

BitFenix Recon 5, add $25 shipping, total = $63.98
http://www.ebay.com/itm/BitFenix-Recon-5-Channel-Fan-Temperature-Controller-Internet-Connected-/140938412304?pt=US_Computer_Case_Accessories_Tool_Kits&hash=item20d0958110

EDIT: Just found this too. ZALMAN-ZM-MFC1. Free shipping! Total = $45.55
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ZALMAN-ZM-MFC1-Plus-6Channel-Multi-Fan-Controller-Black-/200810043200?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2ec1361740

EDIT: This as well. Bitfenix Hydra Pro add $11.99 shipping, total = $54.91
http://www.ebay.com/itm/BitFenix-Hydra-Pro-Fan-LED-Controller-/121091474038?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1c319d4276

Thanks, help would be much appreciated

prototype18 · Apr 12, 2013

Well what case you have ? So it will look good. Personally i like the sentry 2

Forde3654Eire · Apr 12, 2013

Case is a Thermaltake V3 Black Edition. I would like to attach 5 or 6 Yate Loon Blue LED fans (depending on fan controller limit). I think the Sentry 2 seems good for the price too, however the reviews are very dodgy on it, it does not seem to be a good product.

I'm really digging the Bitfenix Recon 5, but wondering if it is really worth the price.

Criteria I want fulfilled:

1) Must be able to turn off fans completely, not just lower fan speed.
2) Must handle 6 fans without this "clicking" thing I keep hearing about.
3) Software in Windows to control fans is a big plus for me.
4) Switching between auto and manual control also big plus.

prototype18 · Apr 12, 2013

Well about the design Nzxt Sentry mesh meets your case criteria

But i dont think none of these can turn them off completely. IMO get the Nzxt sentry or if you want touch get fenix 5 or sentry 2 !

Forde3654Eire · Apr 12, 2013

prototype18 :

Unfortunately the Sentry Mesh does not turn off the fans completely. This is a big no no for me, as I don't want a Christmas-Tree-Lit-Jet-Engine in my room at night while I'm trying to sleep.

Ones I know that do turn off fans: Logisys, Bitfenix Recon 5 and Sentry 2.

Could you maybe list some fan controllers which do include Windows software for "remote control"? See, my computer will be sitting behind my screen on my home-made racing cockpit, its very impractical for me to get out of the seat every time I want to adjust the fan speed.

I'm interested in the Sunbeamtech Rheosmart 6 Fan Controller, it meets all my criteria at a very nice price... however I can't find suppliers that will ship to Saudi Arabia... could you help me on that?

prototype18 · Apr 12, 2013

http://www.bitfenix.com/global/en/products/accessories/recon#overview

This one can be controlled via internet. Just need a web browser

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004LKZESI/ref=?SubscriptionId=&tag=zzzzzzzzzzz-20&linkCode=&camp=&creative=&creativeASIN=B004LKZESI&m=A2JMFZ3KVDG9SO

This one ships worldwide. But firstly PM him

http://www.sunbeamtech.com/wheretobuy.html

Forde3654Eire · Apr 12, 2013

prototype18 :

Still vouching for the Bitfenix Recon 5, I think I'll go with that. Unfortunately no shipping to my location from either suppliers for the Sunbeamtech.

The amount is really adding up though, going past $100 including shipping. Still looking for alternatives. Purchasing from Ebay is a major inconvenience due to the absurd shipping costs.

prototype18 · Apr 12, 2013

Yeah i know . Did u check that amazon link ?

And from ebay there were none that shipped to SA .

Forde3654Eire · Apr 12, 2013

Just calculated costs.

Bitfenix Recon 5 + 4 Yate Loon LED fans + 1 Yate Loon Non-LED fan (for push-pull) = $125... is the price really worth it? It really seems too much.

Alternatively, I've found these:

5 of these
http://www.ebay.com/itm/130539353750

http://www.ebay.com/itm/5-25-Case-Desktop-Bay-6-Port-PC-Device-CPU-HD-Fan-Fans-Speed-Control-Controller-/261184517030?pt=UK_Computing_Other_Computing_Networking&hash=item3ccfcf73a6

Total cost = $50... seems more reasonable?

prototype18 · Apr 12, 2013

Well 125 is way to high . So PM me , i can check the shiping costs from my country to yours and maybe sell the on ebay for you ? What you think about it ?

And also that fan is really really loud. How the hell can u stand to it. And that controller seems good. Way a better deal than that 125$ thingy

Forde3654Eire · Apr 12, 2013

Just checked, unfortunately wrong size with the fans. they are 6cm, not 12... overlooked that since I say "12" in the product name. Alright I'll PM you.

prototype18 · Apr 12, 2013

Also recheck on ebay for those 120mm fans. About the fan controller you can buy that one directly . If you want another one i can lookup for you.

PM me and i will respond later. Have to go now

Forde3654Eire · Apr 12, 2013

prototype18 :

Alright, I think I may have found my answer. A bunch of 4-pin molex fans, screws, adapters and a really affordable fake NZXT Mesh, all for around $45. How's it looking?

Right-click image, open in new tab for larger preview.

prototype18 · Apr 12, 2013

Yes that is the best you can do !

Nice idea

Good Luck !

Forde3654Eire · Apr 12, 2013

That's great, I'm very satisfied with this selection too. However, I am not sure if the adapter is the right one. Can you help me find the correct one? The fan pins coming out of the fan header are 3 male pins, the fans themselves are molex female / male. I need an adapter with male / female molex and female 3 pin.

prototype18 · Apr 12, 2013

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trksid=p2050601.m570.l1313.TR11.TRC1&_nkw=molex+to+3+pin&_sacat=0&_from=R40

Forde3654Eire · Apr 12, 2013

I believe this is the one, right? Its a molex to 3 pin female

http://www.ebay.com/itm/PC-Cooling-Fan-Controller-Power-Cable-Extension-Wire-Molex-4P-to-3-Pin-Adaptor-/271185376470?pt=US_Computer_Case_Fans&hash=item3f23e874d6

prototype18 · Apr 12, 2013

Yes that is the one you need

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