DIY Mini DC Motor Fan Project Parts And Instructions

These are all the parts that you need to purchase to make a DC motor fan.  This is a cool project for anyone wanting to introduce circuits to elementary school students.

Here is the part list to make one fan.

  • 1 x Paper Cup (Any size will do!)
  • 1 x Printed Paper Fan Blade.  Download for free here!
  • 1 x AA Battery 
  • 1 x AA Battery Holder With Wire Leads (purchase below)
  • 1 x 130-Size DC Motor (purchase below)
  • 1 x Motor Coupling (purchase below)
  • 3 x Double-Stick Foam (purchase below)

Watch the video below for the circuit lesson and how-to-build instructions! 

Printable instructions also available for download.

Enjoy! :)

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