3D Printed Fan Shroud and Base Plate for S17 Series

Hey miners, finally got some time to put this together between work and life stuff. I really hope this helps you out. So what’s this all about? It’s a 3D printable exhaust piece that captures the hash board and power supply end for the S17 series (might work with others, but I can't confirm that). Honestly, this mining community has been a huge part of my journey in mining, and I wanted to give back in some way by using my design and engineering skills for those using S17 series miners with air cooling. Which miner did I base this on? It’s from the S17Pro 53TH. How long did it take? Over a month. CAD software used: NX. For 3D printing, I went with Duraform PA SLS glass filled Nylon. It has a heat deflection temperature of 134C, plus it’s pretty sturdy for the baseplate and clips. Thinking about other materials or processes? For FDM, you might use carbon-reinforced Nylon or ASA (HDT of 102C). SLS can just be 100% Nylon PA. I wouldn’t suggest SLA though. What about the outlet size? It’s 8 inches for better thermal flow and fits common duct sizes. Want to see some images of the process and prototypes? Check this out: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/13pxwNq3i_UbBT4-HtUTQX8JJ3rYCMvaU?usp=sharing Is it scalable? Yeah, it can work from apartment setups to smaller mining operations where space is tight. Will it work for S19's and T17 series? This was designed for the S17Pro, so I recommend measuring your machine to see if it fits. The screw slots on the base plate allow for some adjustment only in the Z direction. File format available: .stl (two files), BASE_PL.

I believe some of the T17 models are very similar in size to the S17 series, or at least this is how I see them with my naked eyes. I have seen a similar topic but the guy made a fan shroud of S9 which is basically S17 /2,  good efforts by the way, I wish you could post an image of the final product.

I believe this would work on the T17's as well but I'd want to make it absolutely certain before someone dedicates time, material, and manpower to print this. Specifically, capturing the power exhaust ports on them, depths to PSU outlet face may differ but fan mating would be ok.

This is fantastic - I've been looking for something like this for ages. Thanks for sharing! Alternatively, I've been using a standard 4x10" boot to 6" round duct with a bit of duct-foil tape and that's been working well for me too ( https://www.homedepot.ca/product/imperial-4x10x-6-inch-universal-boot-straight/1000107433 ), however it does not cover the PSU and looks rinky-dink.

You're welcome DJsC, There were two main design criteria you touched on: catch the power outlet exhaust and let it breathe (and accept 8" ducting). Feel free to reach out here if you have any questions about anything and I'll do my best to answer. NKBTW

Thanks for sharing your work. I have a T17-40TH and downloaded the file. I will try a print in couple of days and update you. I printed this using PETG. https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3882325 Fit perfect on S15 and T17 ( when back fan removed ) , 6inch exhaust Here my listing for print quality example https://www.ebay.ca/itm/114666927386 Love 3D printing

No problem! I think it's something that should be shared here with the community and believe 3D printing has a place in mining whether air or immersion. My only concern is the HDT of 73+or-C on PETG. I wouldn't be surprised if it fits though and would love to see how it turns out.

I print them for my miners now as well. except for my center rack, the other racks are along the walls of the building with the miners venting directly outside with the shroud and about a foot of ducting. will post some pics later today of mine.

Super happy they are working for you Mopar. Would love to see the pics as a proof of concept at scale. What material did you decide to use?

oh sorry, i didnt mean of yours. mine do not include the psu. I will prolly try yours too though.

Are there performance benefits with this shroud as is or do you have to hook up a hose to route the exhaust out to really see benefits?  Pretty cool design.  I've tried designing a custom piece to 3d print so I know how difficult it can be.

it depends on the overall set up in my opinion, my miners are close to a wall so rather than heat up the space, the shroud opens it to 6" and the exhaust travels approx 12" to where it vents directly to outside. I am in FL and I have had miners running this way, some for 3 years without a hitch. It does get pretty sketchy hot in the hottest point of summer - I usually open the door to increase airflow at that point.

Mopar's explanation of purpose sums it up quite well but instead of 6", this one uses 8" capturing hash and power exhaust.

Hello, first of all thanks for sharing the project. I would like to know if you could share the s17 front hitch model with me. the one you have in the sample image folder PROTO1_SLSb Thank you very much in advance a Greetings