Parts Needed to Power Fantastic Fan Roof Vent Using 12 Volt Cigarette Lighter Plug

Question:

Hi, I want to wire my Fantastic Fan roof vent to a cigarette lighter plug to connect into my portable power bank, which has a compatible socket. Can you recommend a plug or connector that will work for this purpose? Im not sure what the requirements are as far as amps and such. Thanks very much for your help!

asked by: Connor

Expert Reply:

Yes, you can wire the Rear View Safety Cigarette Lighter Adapter # RVS-505 to your Fantastic Fan # FV802250.

All Fantastic Fans, including # FV802250, use the same "pancake style" motor which draws 4 amps so in order for a portable power bank with a 12 volt DC outlet (like the Goal Zero # 287-22004) to be able to power the fan, it has to be rated for at least 4 amps and 48 watts.

This is calculated using the following formula:

Amps = Watts ÷ Volts OR Watts = Amps x Volts

expert reply by: Carla M