Corsair Releases 3D Print Files for Six-Fan Cube
Corsair has published 3D print files for a minimalist cube designed to hold six PC fans, a project that originated as a promotional item and is now available for user customization.
Corsair has released 3D print files for a small, cubic frame designed to accommodate six standard PC fans. The device serves a single function: holding the fans in a compact, hollow structure. While the item first appeared as a promotional giveaway at major industry events, it is now available for anyone with access to a 3D printer to manufacture at home.
According to GN technics/hardware (en-US), the company describes the project as a response to popular demand, moving from trade show handouts to a downloadable resource. The design is intentionally simple, featuring no internal electronics beyond the fans themselves, and is marketed with a tone of deliberate understatement, emphasizing its lack of complex features.
Simple assembly requires basic hardware
Constructing the cube requires printing three main components: a base and two side sections. Additionally, users must print four small connector pieces to join the parts together. The assembly process relies on standard M4x14 mm screws to secure the base. The design appears to support common 120 mm case fans, allowing users to repurpose existing hardware rather than purchasing new components.
Functionality over aesthetic complexity
The cube does not include a motherboard, power supply, or control board. It is purely a structural holder for fans. This means the device will not run a computer, nor will it manage fan speeds automatically unless an external controller is added. The primary purpose is visual and mechanical, creating a standalone object that spins and cools, but does not compute.
Energy consumption is a trade-off
While the project appeals to hobbyists who enjoy 3D printing and custom builds, there is a practical downside. Running six fans continuously consumes electricity without providing cooling benefits to a system, as the air is expelled into the room rather than through a chassis. For users with RGB-lit fans, this results in a constant power draw for visual effect alone. It is a niche project that prioritizes the satisfaction of building and owning a unique object over energy efficiency or utility.
