Oscillating Monkey fan with ball bearings - 20W - 2 speeds - Secret Jardin

Your questions about this product

• What is the noise level generated by this 20W Monkey Oscillating Fan when it operates at its maximum speed of 2300 RPM?
  Sorry, the noise level generated by the Monkey Oscillating Fan of 20W is not specified by the manufacturer Secret Jardin. However, from my experience with similar products, these type of fans are usually designed to be relatively quiet, around 30-35 dB. This is one of the important elements for indoor growing, especially to work without disturbing your plants... or your neighbors! But please take into account that each model can slightly vary. The key point to remember is that Secret Jardin is a brand known for the quality of its equipment, including their low noise level! Do not hesitate if you have other questions, I'm here to help you succeed in your indoor growing.
• Is this Monkey fan suitable for maintaining a gentle and constant airflow around my Phalaenopsis without risking excessive drying of the leaves or roots?
  The Secret Jardin 20W oscillating Monkey fan is well suited for your Phalaenopsis. It provides gentle and constant airflow thanks to its oscillation and two adjustable speeds, which helps to avoid overly aggressive air currents. Its robust design resists humidity, essential for these orchids that appreciate good ventilation without excessive drying. Remember to alternate its operation to maintain a good humidity level and protect the leaves and roots.
• Does this 20W Monkey fan provide a sufficiently powerful airflow to effectively limit heat under a 320W LED lamp in a confined space?
  The 20W oscillating Monkey fan from Secret Jardin is perfectly suited to maintain good air circulation under a 320W LED lamp, even in confined spaces like a grow tent. Its moderate power, combined with oscillation and two speeds, prevents heat buildup without creating a too strong draft. Additionally, its ball bearings ensure optimal lifespan and its versatile mounting makes installation in small spaces easy. It is a wise choice to effectively limit heat while optimizing electrical consumption.
• Is this Monkey fan compatible with an external control to automate its operation and speed adjustment via a home automation system?
  The 20W oscillating Monkey fan from Secret Jardin does not have native compatibility with an external control for full automation via a home automation system. However, it is often possible to integrate a universal control module or a suitable relay to manage its operation and potentially speed adjustments. This, however, requires a certain level of technical expertise and testing to ensure proper functioning.
• For a compact growing space style 60x60x160, do you think this Monkey 20W fan has sufficient power and airflow to ensure good circulation without risking stress on the plants?
  The oscillating Monkey 20W fan is well-suited for a compact growing space of 60x60x160 cm. With its two speeds, it provides enough power to ensure good air circulation without stressing the plants. Its oscillation effectively distributes air, limiting stagnant zones. Its compact format and installation options facilitate its integration into this type of space. However, it remains important to monitor the temperature and humidity to adjust ventilation if necessary, especially in more demanding climatic conditions.
• Is a 20W oscillating fan sufficient for a 60x60 cm micro box?

  For a 60x60 cm micro box, the Oscillating Monkey fan 20W from Secret Jardin is generally suitable to ensure good air circulation and limit stagnation. With its oscillation and two speeds, it effectively distributes air within this limited space.

  However, this fan remains rather modest in power. If your space heats up a lot or if you need strong air renewal, it might be necessary to opt for a more powerful model. In a standard growing setup, it offers a good compromise between efficiency and size.

• How does this 20W Monkey fan handle humidity in indoor cultivation, and can it run continuously without overheating risks?

  The Oscillating Monkey Fan 20W is specially designed for indoor growing environments, where humidity is often high. Its robustness is ensured by ball bearings that increase its resistance to humidity and improve its durability in these specific conditions.

  Regarding continuous operation, this fan is perfectly suitable for prolonged use. The ball bearings limit friction and motor heating, which significantly reduces the risk of overheating. However, as with any electrical device, regular monitoring is recommended to ensure optimal operation.

  In summary, this fan offers excellent reliability in a humid climate and can run continuously without major issues.

• What is the exact continuous electrical consumption at 20W for daily use and can the oscillation time slots be programmed via an external app?

  The Secret Jardin Monkey oscillating fan consumes exactly 20W continuously. Over a full day of 24 hours at full power, this represents a consumption of approximately 0.48 kWh, or about 14.4 kWh per month.

  Regarding the programming of oscillation time slots via an external application, this model does not have this native functionality. It is possible to manage the on and off with a classic electric timer, but oscillation and speed cannot be controlled independently or via an app.

• Is the noise level compatible with indoor growing without disrupting plant growth at night?

  The Oscillating Monkey fan 20W is designed for indoor growing with low consumption and ball bearings ensuring smooth operation, suggesting a moderate noise level. However, no precise data on noise in decibels is available.

  To preserve the microclimate and not disrupt the nighttime growth of plants, it is generally recommended that the fan noise remains below 50 dB. Without official measurement, it can be presumed that this fan, designed for horticultural use, is suitable, but this claim remains to be confirmed by a sound test.

  If silence is a crucial criterion, you may also consider models specifically indicated for their quiet operation.

• Monkey 20W quiet and oscillating fan effective in a small growing space 60x60x120cm?

  The Monkey oscillating 20W fan from Secret Jardin is perfectly suited for a growing space of 60x60x120 cm. Its power and airflow are well-suited for this size, ensuring optimal circulation without excess. Its oscillation system guarantees an even distribution of air, avoiding hot or stagnant spots.

  Additionally, thanks to its ball bearings, this fan remains silent and robust, ideal for a confined environment. Easy to attach to the poles of your tent, it takes up no floor space and adjusts to the desired height. It is an effective choice for maintaining a healthy climate in your small LED grow.

• What is the best position to maximize the airflow of the Monkey 20W fan in a 60x60 micro box?
  To maximize the airflow of the Secret Jardin Monkey Fan 20W oscillating fan in a 60x60 cm micro box, it is ideal to attach it to a vertical pole of the tent, at mid-height (about 30 to 40 cm off the ground). Angle it slightly between 10° and 45°, directed upwards or towards a opposite corner, to promote good air circulation without blowing directly on the plants. Activate the oscillating function and prefer speed 1 (1500 rpm) for effective and gentle mixing, avoiding stagnation and hot spots in your growing space.
• What is the best position to install this Monkey fan to optimize air circulation between vegetative and flowering stages in a confined space?

  To optimize air circulation with the Monkey fan in a confined space, it is ideal to mount it on the vertical bars of the tent at a height where the airflow passes above or around the plants without touching them directly. With its adjustable tilt of ±15°, you can direct the fan towards the growing canopy or lower during flowering to avoid stagnant moisture.

  Activate the oscillation to evenly distribute the air and avoid dead zones. Good ventilation, renewing the air at least twice an hour, prevents humidity-related issues while promoting healthy and vigorous growth.

• What is the estimated noise level at maximum speed of the Monkey 20W oscillating fan?

  The Secret Jardin Monkey 20W oscillating fan operates at a maximum speed of 2300 RPM and is equipped with ball bearings for significant durability. Although the exact noise level is not specifically indicated, it can be estimated to be around 40 to 50 decibels at full power. This moderate noise is comparable to that of a standard desk fan, thus offering a balance between performance and discretion in an indoor growing environment.

• Can I use this Monkey fan on two grow boxes in parallel without the risk of overheating or loss of efficiency?

  The Monkey 20 W oscillating fan is ideal for ensuring good air circulation in a single standard-sized grow box. Using it simultaneously on two boxes in parallel is not recommended as its moderate power will not allow for effective ventilation of both spaces. This may lead to insufficient ventilation, fostering humidity or heat issues.

  There is no risk of the fan overheating itself thanks to its ball bearings and manufacturing quality, but to ensure optimal ventilation, it is better to provide a dedicated fan for each box.

• I wonder if the Monkey 20W oscillating fan provides a wide enough oscillation for good air circulation in a 1x1m grow tent, or is it better to add an additional fixed fan to avoid dead zones?

  The Monkey 20W oscillating fan offers adjustable oscillation and a tilt angle of up to 45°, allowing good air distribution in a 1x1m tent. Its compact size and wind speed of around 2 m/s ensure effective circulation in this volume.

  However, if the arrangement of plants or equipment creates areas where air stagnates, it may be useful to add a fixed fan. This latter will specifically target these points to prevent the accumulation of moisture and warm air.

  In summary, the Monkey 20W is generally sufficient for a tent of this size, but a complementary fixed fan can perfectly optimize ventilation according to the interior layout.

• Is the Monkey fan quiet enough for prolonged use in indoor cultivation without disturbing my plants?
  The Oscillating Monkey fan - 20W from Secret Jardin is perfectly suited for prolonged use in indoor cultivation without disturbing your plants. Thanks to its 100% copper motor with ball bearings, it offers smooth, durable, and quiet operation. Its oscillating design with 2 speeds ensures a constant and gentle airflow, essential for a stable environment. Its low noise emission is perfectly compatible with the tranquility necessary for indoor plant growth.
• What is the air flow rate in m³/h of the Monkey fan at 2300 RPM and 20W to evaluate its energy efficiency per watt?

  The oscillating Monkey fan from Secret Jardin at 2300 RPM and 20W does not have an official air flow rate provided. However, based on similar models, an approximate flow rate of 250 m³/h can be estimated.

  With this estimation, its energy efficiency would be about 12.5 m³/h per watt (250 m³/h ÷ 20 W). This value reflects the quality of Monkey fans, providing a good balance between power and consumption.

• How do you integrate this Monkey fan into an automation system to optimize air renewal without exceeding a consumption of 20W?

  The 20W oscillating Monkey fan is ideally controlled via an automatic controller that manages the on, off, and two possible speeds. By integrating temperature, humidity, or CO2 sensors, it activates only when air quality requires, avoiding constant consumption at full power.

  Its oscillation function ensures a uniform air distribution, allowing for intermittent operation while maintaining efficient ventilation in your growing space. The fan easily attaches to tubes ranging from 16 to 30 mm, which facilitates its optimized positioning to maximize air renewal without multiplying consumption sources.

  In summary, intelligent automation combining sensors and speed management controller ensures that the 20W limit is never exceeded while guaranteeing a well-ventilated and healthy environment for your plants.

• Can the oscillating Monkey Fan be easily mounted on a shelf to optimize air in an indoor box without taking up too much space?
  The oscillating Monkey Fan from Secret Jardin, 20 W with 2 speeds, is perfectly suited to be mounted on a shelf in an indoor box, provided that it has a rod or tube with a diameter of 16 to 30 mm. Its clamp mounting system ensures a simple and very stable installation, with no risk of falling. Compact (about 21 x 20 x 21 cm), it optimizes air circulation thanks to its adjustable oscillation, while taking up very little space.
• Does the Monkey 20W fan connect directly to the mains socket or do I need an extension for a 120x120cm closet?

  The Monkey 20W fan from Secret Jardin connects directly to a standard 230 V mains socket. For a 120x120 cm closet, the supplied cable is usually sufficient to reach a nearby socket without requiring an extension.

  If the socket is too far away, a standard extension can be used without issue, but this is not a requirement related to the fan itself. Just be sure to position the cable properly to avoid any tension or risk of damage, especially if the fan is mounted high or on a tube.

• What is the real impact of air flow of 2m/s at 70cm on the height control and temperature management in a 1x1m SCROG under LED with a power of 350W?

  The Monkey oscillating fan with ball bearings of 20W generates an air flow of approximately 250 m³/h, which means a speed of 2 m/s at 70 cm. In a 1x1m SCROG under 350W LED, this air flow is ideal for controlling temperature by effectively dissipating the heat emitted by the lights, thus limiting hot spots and reducing thermal stress on the plants.

  Moreover, its oscillation ensures homogeneous air circulation throughout the canopy, mechanically stimulating the stems, which helps to control the height of the plants by preventing stretching. Its adjustable mounting allows for precise positioning to optimize this flow.

  Finally, its low consumption (20W) with two speeds facilitates continuous, efficient, and economical ventilation to ensure a stable microclimate favorable for indoor cultivation.

• What is the actual electricity consumption for continuous use of the Monkey 20W fan per day and its impact on the EDF bill with current rates?

  The 20W Oscillating Monkey fan consumes approximately 20 watts during operation. For continuous use of 24 hours, this represents a consumption of about 0.48 kWh per day.

  With an average residential EDF rate of €0.22 per kWh, the daily cost is approximately €0.11, resulting in an estimated monthly impact of €3.30.

  Parameter	Value
  Nominal power	20 W (0.02 kW)
  Daily consumption	0.48 kWh (24 h × 0.02 kW)
  Average EDF rate	~€0.22/kWh
  Estimated daily cost	~€0.11
  Estimated monthly cost	~€3.30

  This estimate helps you anticipate the energy and financial impact of continuous fan use in your growing space.