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bootstrap4584
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Discovered Design Flaw

I guess this is likely an unexpected design flaw but the part cooling fan can be stopped by a strong enough magnetic field. This is no issue on little or weak magnets but with a larger magnet, I can't get through a print. I guess I'll have to print this on my mini+ or glue the magnets in afterword.

Posted : 29/01/2025 1:01 am
Diem
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Not exactly unexpected, Michael Faraday explained it in about 1850 - if you interfere with the magnetic field in an electromagnetic device (fan motor) you disrupt the function.

Cheerio,

Posted : 29/01/2025 6:52 am
bootstrap4584
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RE: Discovered Design Flaw

Yeah, it makes sense. It was just unexpected. I've printed plenty of things where I drop in magnets without issue. This new design just caused this issue and I wanted to share.

Posted : 29/01/2025 2:34 pm
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