Fan screw size

[jalapano]

I'm wondering what size of screws should be part of the Shapeoko kit.

The screws that came in the same box as the fan are too wide for the shroud and are less than the 25mm in length the instructions say they should be.

There weren't any other left of screws from the kit so I'm assuming these are supposed to be the screws.

Is it safe to run the Shapeoko without the fan attached for the time being?

Picture of the screws:

Picture of the screws next to a ruler and the fan

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[WillAdams]

AIUI, hardware for attaching the fan isn’t included, since it’s not necessary.

I used M3 as noted on the wiki: http://www.shapeoko.com/wiki/index.php/ ... ther_Items, but have unplugged my fan. I think #6 would fit. Another option would be zip ties.

[cvoinescu]

Those look like fan screws to me. You'll need to be firm with the screwdriver the first time, but once they've tapped their way in, they'll go easier next time.

[LTEPM]

I used M3 x 25 for the fan.

[Markspens]

I used zip ties

[zaalexander]

Yah, as cvoinescu said, those screws will self-tap. I found it easier to take cover off of the electronics board and lay it flat.

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[jalapano]

Wow you guys are fast to help out.
Thanks for the advice, will try it out tonight.

[COMarcus]

I ended up with 1" #6 screws from home depot, worked no issues.

[crabby]

I used 6-32 x 1 inch bolts and matching nuts.

[sm5uiu]

And I just enlarged and countersunk the existing holes... (fan on the inside)

/Sam