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#1 3 wire fans

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Can 3 wire computer fans be used with just 2 wires (ie black & red) ?
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#2 Re: 3 wire fans

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Yes, the third wire is a tacho output.
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Thanks.

3 wire ones are easier to source, and cheaper for the size I need.
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Thanks Nick, most helpful.
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