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Stern SPIKE Quiet Fan Kit (Plug-N-Play)Game Compatibility List See Second Photo Anyone that has a Spike pinball machine knows that the fan is WAY TOO LOUD and really annoying, especially in a home environment. This fan kit is designed to replace the stock 34. 6dB fan in Stern Spike power supplies to make it almost silent. This replacement 12. 8dB fan has less CFM (airflow) than the Stern one, but the practical difference is that the fan simply runs a bit longer to drop the temp back down
Game Compatibility List - See Second Photo
Anyone that has a Spike pinball machine knows that the fan is WAY TOO LOUD and really annoying, especially in a home environment.
This fan kit is designed to replace the stock 34.6dB fan in Stern Spike power supplies to make it almost silent. This replacement 12.8dB fan has less CFM (airflow) than the Stern one, but the practical difference is that the fan simply runs a bit longer to drop the temp back down to ~104F or less once the temperature in the power supply turns it on. In testing with this fan installed on multiple machines, the RSP-500-48 power supply never exceeded ~122F (the power supply critical shutdown threshold is ~158F), however, all possible pinball machine configurations cannot be known, so you are installing this kit at your own risk.
The kit includes the fan with custom wire length and connector, two thread-cutting screws, and illustrated installation instructions.
Another great product from The Pinball Monk!
Another great product from The Pinball Monk!
See secondary picture for compatibility list.
Frequently Asked Questions:
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How loud is the Stern Fan? How quiet is the Pinmonk one?
Meanwell has used two different fans in the power supplies Stern uses, both are very loud. The current one is the loudest of the two. Depending on which one is in yours, the noise is between approximately 34dB and 38dB. The Pinmonk fan is less than 13dB. Since decibels aren't linear that's about 10x quieter. -
Since this fan pushes less air, does the fan come on more often?
The Meanwell power supply Stern is using has a thermal scheme that dictates when the fan comes on, and when it turns off. For the 500w version, the fan comes on when it hits 122 degrees inside the power supply and stays on until the temperature comes down below 104 degrees, when it turns off. So the fact that the Pinmonk fan kit pushes less air than the stock fan just means that it runs slightly longer when it does come on to bring it down to <104F again. It does not mean the fan comes on more often than a stock fan. -
But if the fan's quiet, how will I know when it fails? Will it burn up my power supply if it isn't cooled?
If the fan fails, the worst that can happen is the power supply will gradually throttle power due to the built-in failsafe system on the power supply. The power supply's failsafe begins throttling power if the temperature exceeds 122F and if the temperature continues rising (if the fan failed, for example) then a power-off trigger kicks in at 158F to protect the power supply and machine it's attached to. There is no danger of a failed fan damaging a machine or the power supply as a result. See the temp throttling chart for the power supply on the photo attached to see the throttling curve. If a fan fails (and we don't know of a Pinmonk quiet fan kit failing in more than 3 years of selling these), you'd just replace the fan and the power supply would be back in business. It would not "burn up."
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★★★★★ 3
Nice but a bit awkward
Color: White
Kind of awkward to use but provides more outlets. I put it under my computer shelf so it doesn’t look bulky & it works fine. It can slip around from time to time when plugging in things but I’m living with it.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2024
★★★★★ 5
Great room divider
Color: Black, Size: 4 Panel-88'', Color: Black, Size: 4 Panel-88''
This is a room divider and would work great as one! I’m using it as a cover for my car port/garage so you can’t look in and see my messy garage as easily and for what I’m using it for it’s a little not quite as sturdy as I need it to but I’m sure it’s not meant to be used outside anyways so I don’t fault the product since I’m not using it as intended… with that said though…. It still covers my garage beautifully and really does exactly what a I need it to! I’m sure the wind may blow it over if it gets too crazy but I don’t see it breaking by any means. The frame is metal and drilled together using long screws. It’s very well built. The cloth for the panels is this waterproof type material that’s kind of like the gazebo roof feeling. So it’s easy to clean and it’s easy to wipe. You can put it straight or bend the panels and either way it still stands up. You don’t HAVE to bend it to make it stand or anything. You can literally use it straight across like I am in the pictures. Overall very happy with this product and it’s also very tall so it truly covers a lot (hides a lot lol). I’m 5’8 so you can see it’s taller than me by the pic I took
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Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2026
★★★★★ 3
OK. Drag to setup. Needs more stable feet
Color: Black, Size: 4 Panel-88''
I was glad to find these.
The benefits of having them in a recording setup is helping suppressing noise for a vocal booth.
It's a layer that surrounds the recording box. Nice!
(But away from audio hardware or DAW).
Here is the not so nice part:
The feet!
It's able to stand (as it needs to do this). But it cannot be bumped. If it does, it's coming down onto something.
I believe the feet units are not wide enough (or long enough). That makes for an easier tumble risk. So far, they haven't, but it's like being in the woods over leaves - it feels dangerous with every step! (That's actually true).
They are tall enough, wide enough, material OK. But the feet for the main assembly do not seem sturdy enough.
There are ways to help that.
I'm thinking a 2x4 to augment the base. Make them wider. It can be done. It was a drag to set these up, and I'm sure to modify them like i'd want them. But, they do come in at a much lower price that other similar dividers.
Consider all this because I've seen more solid dividers ( with padding) that would basically be the 1/2 cost of these. But i'd think they'd be easier to assemble, stand sturdier, and without that feeling of an impending fall (or fail).
This is my opinion. I hope it helps.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2026
★★★★★ 1
wrong size of metal components. incorrect items. non functioning
Color: Black, Size: 4 Panel-88''
The owner of this product sent me the incorrect pieces when I tried to install. It didn’t fit. The pieces were missing holes and once I connected the wrong pieces after knowing now they’re stuck and I can’t return them even though Amazon was kind enough to refund me. I just want to warn people this product is such a disappointment because it looks good. It’s good price, but you can’t even assemble the thing very disappointed.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Sturdy Folding Room Divider with Good Privacy Coverage and Modern Look
Color: Black, Size: 4 Panel-88''
I picked this room divider up to help separate space in a room without needing permanent walls, and overall it works very well for creating privacy while still looking clean and modern.
The size is one of the biggest advantages. At 6 feet tall and roughly 88 inches wide, it creates a noticeable visual separation and works well for apartments, dorms, offices, studios, shared rooms, or content creation setups where you want to hide clutter or define different areas.
The black fabric and frame design give it a simple modern appearance that blends easily into most spaces without looking overly decorative or outdated. It has a clean minimalist look that works especially well in offices, bedrooms, gaming rooms, or studio environments.
Assembly was fairly straightforward overall. Once fully put together, the divider feels reasonably stable for normal indoor use. The folding panel design also makes it flexible enough to angle different ways depending on the room layout.
The portability is another strong point. Since it folds down, it is much easier to move or reposition compared to permanent partitions or heavier wooden dividers. That makes it practical for temporary privacy setups or changing room layouts frequently.
Privacy performance is solid visually. It blocks sightlines well enough for changing areas, workspaces, video backgrounds, or separating sections of a room. The fabric also softens the space slightly instead of feeling harsh or industrial.
One thing worth noting is that while it provides visual privacy, it is not soundproof. It helps define space and reduce some openness, but conversations and noise will still pass through normally.
The material quality feels decent for the price range. The frame is lightweight but functional, though I would still avoid rough handling or constant aggressive repositioning over time.
Value for money is good considering the size, flexibility, and convenience. Similar room dividers can become expensive quickly, especially for taller multi-panel setups.
Overall, this is best for anyone needing an affordable flexible way to create separation and privacy in shared or open spaces. It works especially well for apartments, dorms, offices, studios, remote work setups, or content creators wanting a cleaner background without permanent construction.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2026