How to attach case fans (noob question!)

[embalse]

Update, those bottom right screws are far too wide for the case. They fit through the fan perfectly once tapped, but there's no way they're going through the case (Corsair C70) . I'll try some of the other screws tomorrow

I'd just drill bigger holes in the case to allow the screws to pass

 

[steinooo]

@steinooo

Did you get this sorted?

I have been going through my PC spares box and have come across some screws that may be of use.

Think it was when i had a water cooled system and the screws where used on a radiator. They should be long enough but unsure if the thread will be the same as your case.

If you want them, message me your address and i will post them out to you.

I didn't get it sorted. I've currently cable tied an exhaust fan to the big hole ones, and am completely unsure as to how I'm supposed to even know what screw type to use let alone what washer type. I did contact Corsair but nothing.

Thanks for a very kind offer! If you're talking about the long screws necessary for the front of the case (smaller holes) I managed to get an M5 through the closest plastic hole to the case, but it's not ideal as the M5 screws I have have wide heads, meaning they get stuck against the fan casing and won't screw in fully. Im hugely grateful though and can measure stuff to see if it's worth a stamp?! Shall I double check it's M5 tomorrow and pm you?

 

[freddie64]

They are long screws about 30mm with a small flat head, hopefully fit the front fans. (8 screws)

No idea what the thread size is but i don't mind sending them out to you anyways.

Shame Corsair could not help you.