Silent Ender 3 w/ Noctua Fans
Less a DIY tutorial and more a parts list showcasing the success of this project.
Problem
I was over the moon when I purchased my first 3D printer. It wasn't long before I found myself upgrading one piece at a time. In early 2020, my basement, where my 3D printer lived, became my Work From Home (WFH) office. My 3D printer was too noisy to be running in the new office.
I still had the original V1 motherboard and fans supplied with the original Ender 3 V1. If you own this printer, you will understand that it basically sounds like a jet engine at all times. This wouldn't do if I were to have it running while I was working from home.
Solution
I have always been a big fan (pun intended) of Noctua fans. A quick Google search yields many attempts integrating Noctua fins into the Ender 3 with success.
Short parts list:
- 4x DC to DC buck converter: Amazon
- 3x 40 MM Noctua Fans: Amazon
- 1x 60 MM Noctua Fan: Amazon
- 1x Ender 3 Mainboard (silent) : Amazon
- Duct fan Mount: Thingiverse
- BL Touch: Amazon
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Notes:
- All parts plug and play well, get some machine screws for attaching the Fans to the front of the duct.
- DC to DC Buck Converters is installed inline with each fan after calibrating to the proper voltage.
- Each buck converter is wrapped in electoral tape so they can be tucked away without shorting out on anything metal.
- The 60mm fan requires a hole to be drilled in the power supply to run the wires directly and cleanly.
Feedback:
- Would I do this again? Yes.
- Do professional 3D printers believe this is a viable and appropriate solution? I received constructive feedback suggesting this would self-destruct. Over 500 hours run on this, running great!
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