Portable Outdoor Fans? - Orchid Board

NewBloom · #1 05-31-2011, 02:59 PM

Does anyone know where I could find one? I've looked online and only found a few that are outrageously expensive and look like they belong on a plane. The big box stores only carry indoor fans.

Any help would be appreciated.

got ants · #2 05-31-2011, 06:50 PM

Most folks buy the cheapest box fan they can find (indoor type) and just replace them every few years.

Just make sure any electrical outlets outside are tied into a GFI outlet.

RosieC · #3 06-01-2011, 06:55 AM

I must admit I do that in my greenhouse. I worry about the safty a bit, but I know the outlet it's plugged into has an RCD (Residual Current Device, I think it's the UK equivalent of a GFI).

I'm not sure I would try it outside where I can't control the rain though. In my greenhouse it's in an area that does not get misted or any water except down below on the floor.

NewBloom · #4 06-02-2011, 01:05 AM

Thanks Ants.

I'm temporarily using a desk fan and only run it when I'm at home. I keep an eye out for rain but I really would prefer an outdoor fan for extra safety in the event there's a stray shower and I don't make outside in time to remove the fan.

The outdoor outlet has cover but I don't think it's GFI because it doesn't have the test/reset buttons. I'll have that changed.

I did find two outdoor fans at better prices but the reviews were so so.