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variable resistors on frio fans

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shant

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hello, im wondering whats the ohm value of the variable resistors that comes with the frio on each fan? i wanna replace it with a better,bigger one,something that turns longer so id have more control over the speed
also is it possible to use 1 pot for both fans? so if i increase the speed, both fans spin at the same speed?
 
okay i just realized how stupid i am, i can just measure it with my multi meter lol
just measured it on 20K and it shows 8.82, does that mean its 9 kilo ohm or just 9ohm?
im kind of confused
 
Well, there is two leads. You turn it one way, it ddecreases, the other way, it increases.

What is the min/max? Yu have it disconnected from the PSU/mobo right?

You also have to take into account the wattage. Too small of a wattage rating = smoke.

8.82 is 8.82K Ohms.

You want a pot that has a lower minimum value. It's probably close to zero already. Get new fans.
 
english please?, i can't understand completely sorry :\
well the pots that came with the frio are from 0 to 8.82, i havn't installed the frio yet, i disconnected the pots then measured them yes
 
well guys, i rechecked them and they are variable between 0 to 10 kilo, i tried installing one 10 kilo to both fans but it didnt respond well to the potento meter
 
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