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Handheld fan

duration: 30 - 45 minutes

age: from 7 years

Make a working hand fan.

Handheld fan

tools

  • laser cutter
  • awl
  • soldering iron
  • wire cutters
  • wire stripper
  • caliper
  • drill with 4mm bit

materials

  • wooden plate
  • fan
  • cable ties
  • push button
  • 9V battery connector

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step 1 - Test the fan

  • Test the fan to see if it works with 9 volts.
  • Most fans have an arrow indicating which way they blow. If not, mark it on your fan now.

step 2 - Measure and sketch

  • Measure how big your fan is.
  • Make a small sketch and write down the required dimensions.

step 3 - Draw your design

  • Open LightBurn and draw a circle. By entering the width and height you can ensure the size is exact.
  • Make the outer edge slightly larger than the fan. This gives extra strength.
  • You can center the hole using the align button. (2nd photo)
  • You can combine the handle and the top with the `combine` button. (3rd photo)
  • Finally make a hole for the button. It should have a diameter of 7mm.

step 4 - Cut out the design

  • Use the laser cutter to cut out your design.

step 5 - Mark and drill holes

  • Use an awl to mark the positions of the holes.
  • Drill holes at the marked spots.

step 6 - Assemble

  • Make sure the fan is blowing in the correct direction when you attach it.
  • Use cable ties to fasten the fan to the wooden plate.
  • Screw the button into the hole.

step 7 - Soldering

  • Cut the wires of the fan and the battery clip to length.
  • Strip the ends.
  • Slide a piece of heat shrink over a black wire and solder the black wires together.
  • Solder the two red wires to the button terminals.

step 8 - Insert battery

  • Place the battery and tape it to the handle.

step 9 - Done!

  • Your hand fan is ready. Let the summer come!