| Mini Stirling
Engine Fan Plans
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In
the late 1800's and the early
decades of the 1900's fans of
this type were used the world
over in areas where there was
no electricity.
This model has a 5-1/4"
diameter fan powered by a
miniature modified Heinrici
stirling cycle engine. This is
one project that has practical
value!
The fan runs at about 900 RPM
and blows a nice breeze
considering it's small size.
The fan is cute in this small
size, but if you want to move
more air you ought to check
out the "Super Stirling Cycle
Engine Fan".
I made the alcohol lamp from
an old coffee creamer jar that
was once used in restaurants.
It powers the fan for nearly
two hours. The wick is a
cotton "pipe stem cleaner".
The plans set consists of 5
sheets of drawings and 2
sheets of construction notes.
Specifications:
Fan Blade Dia. 5-1/4",
Cylinder Bore: .4", Piston
Stroke: .5", Overall Height:
9-3/4" Experience
Level: 2
| Materials
Set: (1)
Graphite rod to make
piston, (2) 5/32" ID x
5/16" OD x 1/8" thick
flanged precision ball
bearings. Materials
set sold separately.
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"Your
designs are always
'the best'." - Ron
Colonna (McKeesport,
Pennsylvania)
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