Safely wiring a plug/cord onto an in-line fan ?

shamegame · #1 06-20-2007, 02:57 PM

I am still gathering my parts for a closet grow for use in a couple of months.
The only thing I have left to buy is an exhaust system.I have been looking
at Home Depot. and Lowe's , and it seems I can get a 6" ~550 CFM in-line
fan for about 40 bucks. However, these fans just have the little exposed wiring.

1.) is this fan about the right size for a 400w MH/HPS grow in a 2x8x8 closet?

2.) Anyone have a link for how SAFELY to wire these fans up to a cord w/ plug ?

3.) Where might I find cords/plugs for sale?

Hope that's enough info....

Thanks in advance.

capncash · #2 06-20-2007, 11:16 PM

They have cords at home depot with nothing but wiring on the end of them. Its only 3 wires. They are different colors. They match up exactly with the wires on the fan. Wrap it in electrical tape. Not that hard.

206 · #3 06-21-2007, 12:37 AM

shamegame: My light wiring DIY might help you. You can probably do something almost identical with your fans.

And since big brother might read this...I recommend consulting with an electrician before doing anything...blah blah blah.

Dabu · #4 06-09-2008, 05:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shamegame

and it seems I can get a 6" ~550 CFM in-line
fan for about 40 bucks.

550 CFM for a 2x8x8 grow area is overkill.

Ghost420 · #5 06-09-2008, 06:51 PM

ya i got the 220 one its like 30 bucks. in terms of wiring i always use spare computer(or monator) power supply cords. they work great are are well insulated.

my7k · #6 08-25-2008, 11:11 AM

Hey you said you got that inline at Lowes/Home Depot? Do you remember the brand/the actual title? Ive looked and asked for 'inline fans' - explaining Im looking to boost my duct work an they look at me like