Silent... up to a point
Usually very satisfied with Noctua products, this model is particularly unsatisfactory. At rotation speeds > 40% of the maximum speed, a vibration generating an extremely unpleasant noise can be heard. To be avoided.
Coloured anti-vibration silencersThe NF-F12 PWM chromax.black.swap comes with 4 NA-AVP1 anti-vibration silencers in black, white, red, green, blue or yellow. By combining different colours with black or by choosing to leave one side of the fan without silencers, the fan can immediately match most popular colour themes. Specifically designed for the new Focused Flow frame and to work in osmosis with the eleven fixed stator blades, the NF-F12's Heptaperf impeller is equipped with seven blades and offers, thanks to precise optimisations, a perfect balance between power and silence. |
Focused Flow FanDesigned specifically for high pressure applications such as radiators or fans, the Focused Flow fan has eleven fixed blades that strengthen, channel and direct the airflow, allowing the NF-F12 to compete with traditional fans operating at much higher speeds. Noctua's AAO (Advanced Acoustic Optimisation) frames are equipped with anti-vibration mounts and benefit from exclusive optimisations to push the limits of performance and silence even further: Stepped Inlet Design and Inner Surface Microstructures. |
Exclusive PWM integrated circuit with SCDCompatible with PWM automated speed control systems, the chromax line fans feature the latest NE-FD1 PWM IC that incorporates Smooth Commutation Drive (SCD) technology. By generating less abrupt torque pulses, the SCD system eliminates the noise associated with PWM switching and thus ensures quieter ventilation at reduced speeds. |
General information |
Product name |
Noctua NF-F12 PWM Chromax |
Brand |
Noctua | |
Model |
NF-F12 PWM CHROMAX | |
Technical specifications |
Use |
Case |
Color |
Black | |
Luminous |
No | |
Connector(s) |
4-pin Female | |
Reverse (inverted blades) |
No | |
PWM |
Yes | |
Heat Pipe |
No | |
Cooling type |
Active (fansink) | |
Fan diameter |
120 mm | |
Min sound level |
18.6 dB | |
Max sound level |
22.4 dB | |
Minimum rotation speed |
300 RPM | |
Maximum rotation speed |
1500 RPM | |
Min airflow |
74.3 m³/h | |
Max airflow |
93.4 m³/h | |
Bundle |
No | |
Warranties |
Commercial warranty |
Seller 3 years |
Legal warranty |
See terms & conditions |
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Product referenced on 17 Nov 2017
Usually very satisfied with Noctua products, this model is particularly unsatisfactory. At rotation speeds > 40% of the maximum speed, a vibration generating an extremely unpleasant noise can be heard. To be avoided.
I buy all my computer equipment on the net but despite a higher price than other suppliers, I trust LDLC for what is expensive or delicate because the delivery is impeccable, no cuts or tears in the packaging and good protection of the equipment.
Nothing to say about this 120mm New Generation model with its design.
Finally a colour that goes everywhere and without losing quality.
I have been using this brand for many years for my PCs with brown/chair fans but black is much better.
Anyway we still have a very good product. It is not there to make bling bling and this new colour with the silents blocks of different colours give some cheerfulness in the case
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