Walkthrough for a Glowforge Inline Fan...in less than 3 minutes!

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You asked, we answered! Emilee asked us to show how to add an external fan to the Glowforge. We show all the steps in less than 3 minutes!
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[@YesToTech]

Loved this new Maker Moment series! Can't wait to see more!

[@SaltMakeCity]

It's a whole playlist now!

[@emilee8449]

Haha! Awesome. Thanks for the shoutout and very helpful video! Can’t wait for more. Thanks guys!

[@SaltMakeCity]

Our pleasure!

[@BigLapua]

Just a handy tip if you don't have an adapter that fits your hose perfectly. I see a lot of 3D printed ones that address this problem and I see a lot of videos of people using ugly aluminum tape by the pound. Don't tape it AFTER you connect, tape the male adapter end BEFORE with blue painters tape. The simple answer to most of these misfitting hose to coupler is just build up about 1/4" of blue painters tape on the male end of any duct adapter, now slide the hose over the tape and, poof, perfect fit. In many case, don't worry about the clamps, just put enough blue tape on the adapter to it fits super snug, but if you want to clamp, you have this nice semi solid seal of the blue tape. All this talk about gaping of the hose when you clamp is taken care of.

[@patresmini5383]

You guys are great! I am probably just missing it, but did you say there were going to be links for all of the items needed to put the in-line fan attached to the glow Forge? Please don’t stop you’re 3 minute maker series!!

[@wingrovehanley1107]

Any reason why you used the 6" fan instead of the 4"? Was the cfm's insufficient?

[@ocroyal6688]

The 4 inch is only 5 cfm more

[@slickbackbrown948]

Love it, exactly what i was looking for after i watched your first video! Thank you!!

[@HeartlandMakesAndOutdoors]

Great job on this video guys. Love it. Keep up the fun videos and have a blessed week. You guys stay safe and healthy. Dale

[@SaltMakeCity]

Thanks! You too!

[@caitlinedore3521]

You guys are awesome!!! So glad I found your videos. Thank you!

[@SymphonyKitchensInc]

Thanks for sharing! Amazing video!

[@SaltMakeCity]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@shadowliving6858]

Exactly what I needed.

[@chaohongli2329]

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[@CM-kq1rg]

Thank you so much for this video!!

[@chaohongli2329]

Hello, I have developed a smart air duct fan, which can operate the fan after connecting to WiFi, which is very powerful. I want to invite you to review it. Take a 1-minute video, the product is free for you. If you want to experience our products, send your email to me, and I will give you the pictures and code of the products. You can contact me directly.

[@sofileyso6991]

Hi! Can you share a picture of your ventilation setup please?

[@chaohongli2329]

I have an innovative version of the fan, which can operate all functions directly through the mobile phone, which is very smart and fast. We would like to invite you to review it, the sample is free. Take a 1-minute video. You can contact me directly. If you need, send me your email, I will give you the product picture and code. Looking forward to your reply

[@syedjohn986]

Hi Thanks and love for sharing this. Can we add a reducer at the input side ,As I want to attach a 4 - Inch Fan to 6 - Inch PVC Pipe .

[@heartsdesire4u]

Love this and was so helpful! I also have installed this fan and was wondering if you run it on full power? Is that necessary?

[@SaltMakeCity]

I don't know that you NEED to...we just do...I mean...why not?

[@JB-vh7jy]

what about adding a filter to the exact hose line, the smoke exiting the machine has matter particles in it. Doesn't it build up in the inline fan, also existing it outside be a bad thing for some people. Thanks for your help. Ps. Love the videos

[@katsuragisan1]

Hi.Great Video.Can zou tell me or give soe instructions how to connect two laser machine exhaust fans in one outlet pipe.I have problem because i alreadz connect but if one machine working,fumes goes outside but some part of fumes comes back through other machine.How to avoid that.

[@BeckaBrand]

Did the in-line fan reduce Oder? I just got the AC Infinity CLOUDLINE S6 on Amazon and my office smells worse than when my GlowForge filter was full! 🤦🏻‍♀️ I don’t know if my in-line fan is just not working properly or if this is what I am Supposed to expect, a smelly office!! 😫 I’m about to return it!!

[@jttoad252]

Thank you for posting this. Do you know if using an exhaust fan like this voids the glow forge warranty? Thx

[@davidsamson3068]

Hi, Cool video guys! Do I need to buy the 6inch or could buy the 4inch duct fan? Is the 4inch not powerful enough for the glowforge pro?

[@SaltMakeCity]

The fan we have just happened to be a six inch configuration. I’m sure there are four inch fans that are powerful enough to do the trick.

[@davidsamson3068]

@@SaltMakeCity Thank You! I like the fan you have and it also comes in 4 inch version, not sure if it powerful enough... How powerful does it need to be and if it is powerful enough could put up a link to it?

[@SaltMakeCity]

The internal fan for the glowforge is rated at 200cfm, so anything at or exceeding that rating will be adequate, regardless of ducting diameter. Hope that helps. 😁👍🏻

[@dennissedejesus1764]

The link provided to the AC infinity fan is for a 4" fan. Would this one work as well or does it have to specifically be a 6" fan?

[@CM-kq1rg]

Does the fan have to be mounted on the wall?

[@marisapacifico740]

Does it need to be mounted?

[@dianaward4525]

How do you vent the hose through the window?

[@CptnCobblestone]

I turned on the air filter but it keeps sounding just as loud as in the beginning before I got my inline fan.

[@marissatutko1973]

Question: I saw you turned off the internal glowforge fan, but do I need to remove it or clean it? It seems like it would just become a dam for debris to build up around?

[@ryan5cramer]

Would you recommend using a charcoal filter outside? I really like my neighbors and I would like to stay on their good side so looking for anything to help "clean the air". Thanks!

[@brittneylallier7909]

Ever find anything? I’m having issues with keeping the air clean as well

[@ryan5cramer]

@@brittneylallier7909 So I ended up getting the filter. Although everything I read says everything dissipates within a few seconds, I decided to be as safe as I could as I have 5 kids. So I got the charcoal filter. I cut down the smell a bit, and I know its cutting down on the harmful chemicals as well. So my neighbors are happy and I also feel that I am not poisoning my family. WIN WIN! Although I am doing 4 inch pipe to the 6inch fan, back into a 4 inch pipe, to the 4 inch filter. I no I lose efficiency this way, but I happy with what I have. www.amazon.com/dp/B07GSKFBL8?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details

[@CptnCobblestone]

How do I deal with the black smoke? I’m in an apartment on a first story and I don’t want my neighbors to think i’m starting a fire! Thanks.

[@SaltMakeCity]

What material are you working with?

[@CptnCobblestone]

Salt Make City I just want to work on wood and leather. I’m not sure how much smoke and how dark they appear. I haven’t received my engraver yet and I was just wondering, thanks!

[@appatight]

@@CptnCobblestone how is it working for you?

[@samuelsmall8449]

Guys, can I use the 4” version of this fan?

[@ChestnutCove]

Do you guy have a great way to vent out the window with maybe print or best Materials thanks

[@SaltMakeCity]

we actually 3d printed vent that would fit out the window to prevent the air from coming back into the house. Then we moved the Glowforge to the garage.

[@amyh3316]

@@SaltMakeCity where can we see this?

[@janiekrentz261]

We hooked up the in-line fan, but when we click the 3 dots to turn off the glowforge fan, it’s greyed out.

[@chaohongli2329]

I invented a smart air duct fan, all functions can be operated directly on the phone. It’s more convenient and faster, and I want to invite you to review it and take a 1-minute video. Looking forward to your reply

[@jessharris8294]

Links would be helpful 😩

[@rebelsmith8739]

Do you have a link to the fan you are using?

[@Cepia-yw1zj]

do you need to remove the (not running) fan so there's nothing blocking the exhaust? (or does it have to blow the air through those non- spinning fan blades?)

[@anavargas2096]

I'm trying to figure that out, not sure if it affects it but I think it does, the internal fan spins like crazy when the external fan is running at higher speeds. I will remove mine as I feel the airflow is being blocked by this internal fan.

[@JOKER71791]

Where is the link for the fan inline?

[@chaohongli2329]

Hello, I have developed a smart air duct fan, which can operate the fan after connecting to WiFi, which is very powerful. I want to invite you to review it. Take a 1-minute video, the product is free for you. If you want to experience our products, send your email to me, and I will give you the pictures and code of the products. You can contact me directly.

[@chaohongli2329]

I designed a new air duct fan, which can be connected to the Internet via WiFi, controlled by a mobile phone, and set rules on the mobile phone, which is very easy to understand. In addition, the device has a recording function, which can record temperature history records, and store startup and shutdown history records. I want to invite 10 people to review it. Take a 1-minute video and the sample is free. You are welcome to contact me directly.