Do I need a bigger alternator for electric fans?

Do I need a bigger alternator for electric fans?

A larger output alternator is definitely recommended since electric fans can draw A LOT. Even the fans from the older t-birds draw 30 amps.

How many amps does dual electric fans draw?

Twelve- to 16-inch fans can draw from 15 to 28 amps, while some dual fan applications can draw up to 35 amps. Make sure your electrical system can handle the addition of an electric fan.

How many amps should a radiator fan relay be?

Each relay will control a single fan, and a 30 amp fuse is recommended for each relay connection to the battery.

How many amps does a Chevy alternator put out?

A 2016 Silverado 6.2L pickup’s OE alternator is intended to spit out 150 amps and we’ve found an option for a 2017 Chevy 2500 pickup alternator that will crank out 220 amps. High-amperage alternators also put out an enormous amount of heat, which is why there are liquid-cooled alternators already in service.

How much do alternators cost?

How much does an alternator cost depends on the type of vehicle. In some models, they can run as low as $180 and for premium vehicles, they can run over $1,000. The average cost is approximately $500.

How many amps does a 5 volt fan use?

A 5 watt PC fan (which I’m assuming at 12 volts) would draw 0.4167 amps.

How many amps does a fan use per hour?

Low settings use less amperage while higher settings use more. For example, an average ceiling fan set on low speed uses about 0.25 amp, on medium speed about 0.4 amp, and on high speed about 0.6 amp.

Can a 30 amp fan work on a Silverado Sierra?

Bought a electric fan wiring kit from jegs and every time I have the truck running and the fans cut on it pops the 30 amp fuse so I unhooked one fan to see if I could just get one to work and it works for about 5 minutes and blows. A friend of mine is an electrician and can’t figure it out.

Where do I get the fans for my Chevy Silverado?

I got my fans from a 2006 Chevy Silverado in the junkyard. I was also able to pick apart the wiring harness and get that as well. I even got the pin that needs to be added to the PCM harness. So now I have an OEM wiring harness complete with fan relays. This actually clips right onto the side of your underhood fuse panel once you remove the cover.

How big is the radiator on a GMC Silverado?

Some trucks came with a smaller radiator, (28 inches wide I think) and some have the larger radiator, which is 34 inches wide. The 05-06 Tahoe/Silverado electric fans can only be used if you have the larger radiator. So if you have the smaller one, you need to upgrade your radiator first.

How to choose the best radiator cooling fan?

How to Choose an Electric Radiator Fan. Cooling fans are categorized by cubic feet per minute (cfm) ratings. A general guideline to follow for cooling a stock engine is 2,500 cfm for an 8-cylinder, 2,000 cfm for a 6-cylinder, and 1,250 cfm for a 4-cylinder. Of course, high-performance engines require more airflow.

Some trucks came with a smaller radiator, (28 inches wide I think) and some have the larger radiator, which is 34 inches wide. The 05-06 Tahoe/Silverado electric fans can only be used if you have the larger radiator. So if you have the smaller one, you need to upgrade your radiator first.

I got my fans from a 2006 Chevy Silverado in the junkyard. I was also able to pick apart the wiring harness and get that as well. I even got the pin that needs to be added to the PCM harness. So now I have an OEM wiring harness complete with fan relays. This actually clips right onto the side of your underhood fuse panel once you remove the cover.

Can a GMC radiator be used as a fan?

So if you have the smaller one, you need to upgrade your radiator first. If you have the 34 inch radiator, like I do, the fans will bolt right up as if they were made for your truck. The holes for the fan to bolt on are already in the radiator support. It uses the same bolts as the radiator.

Can you use electric fans on a Chevy Tahoe?

The 05-06 Tahoe/Silverado electric fans can only be used if you have the larger radiator. So if you have the smaller one, you need to upgrade your radiator first. If you have the 34 inch radiator, like I do, the fans will bolt right up as if they were made for your truck. The holes for the fan to bolt on are already in the radiator support.