I'm trying to power the following fan:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001O0DE8K?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00

...off an A/C outlet. I've read numerous projects where guys have used this fan in this manner but can't find how/what power supply they used. I tried this one first (after cutting to the wires)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003TUMDWG?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00

The fan runs for a second, then stops for a second, runs for a second, stops for a second. And so on and so on.

Am just not sure what I'm missing or what I'm doing wrong. The adapter seems to have enough power but I don't know why it keeps stopping?

The fan definitely functions connected to battery; the specs it says Voltage 13.6, Amp Draw 3.1, Fuse Size 4-amp
http://www.attwoodmarine.com/userfi...2/69465-turboin-linebilgeblowers-instr-ra.pdf

Any help greatly appreciated, thanks--

 

As I believe you were advised in another forum, most likely the adaptor does not like the motor inrush.
Obtain or make a simple mains adaptor from 3 components, transformer, bridge rect. and capacitor, in fact with a motor you do not need the cap even, now 2 components.
Max.

 

Yes, I'm now becoming educated on the difference between a "switching" and "linear" adapter is between forums. Unfortunately I can't seem to find a "linear" adapter that I can just wire up and have this fan working. Unsure really how to build a solution from a bridge rectifier and capacitor - was hoping just to find an adapter that would work. Easier said than done I guess...

Will now research what a "mains adaptor" is...lol...thanks.

 

This sounds like a job for a 15 volt transformer rated for 5 amps with a 4 diode bridge and no capacitors.
Judging by the country you are in, I would say to buy the parts at...

No country.
I'm stuck.