Noctua NF-A12x15 FLX, Premium Quiet Slim Fan, 3-Pin (120x15mm, Brown)
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Joel Saunders
> 3 dayExcellent, just as expected.
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John
> 3 daySomewhat short review:
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prime addict
> 3 dayThe build quality on these fans is outstanding. Feels like something that will serve me for many years, through many computers.
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Javier
> 3 dayIt barely spins and takes our air from my PC, I was expecting something better from Noctua. This Slim fan does not work properly, I guess I got a malfunctional one.
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Antonio G.
Greater than one weeksuperb hardware
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happy customer
> 3 dayThese actually spin up a little higher than other noctua fans. I think they go to 1700/ 1800 rpm. This does make them a tiny bit louder at full speed but this can be fixed with a nice PWM curve setup in your motherboard or fan controller software if you prefer.
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Daniel gentry
Greater than one weekPs4 fan mod to cool system memory, top of ps4 got pretty hot.
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JL
> 3 dayAir movement is great! However, it does generate a whining sound above 70%.
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Miguel ramirez
> 3 daySuper quite and thermals are really low. I got this slim fans for my small case and they fit perfectly.
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Prime
Greater than one weekAs usual...Noctua is the best cooling fan company. Silent as can be and good velocity of air.
Featuring advanced aerodynamic design measures such as Flow Acceleration Channels and Noctua’s AAO frame, the NF-A12x15 is a highly optimised, premium quality quiet fan in size 120x15mm. Its 15mm slim design makes the NF-A12x15 ideal for space-restricted applications such as low-profile CPU coolers or HTPC cases. The FLX version provides 1850/1400/950rpm speed settings via the supplied Low-Noise Adaptors in order to allow full flexibility in fine-tuning the fan for maximum ventilation performance or near-silent operation. Its superb running smoothness, reference-class SSO2 bearing and Noctua’s trusted premium quality make it an elite choice for the highest demands
Metal-reinforced motor hub
With many larger-diameter slim fan designs, the shorter axis and bearing lead to a reduced running stability and lifespan. The NF-A12x15 uses a metal-reinforced motor hub, a measure typically found in high-speed industrial fans, in order to ensure Noctua’s signature stability and longevity.
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Flow Acceleration ChannelsThe NF-A12x15 impeller features suction side Flow Acceleration Channels. By speeding up the airflow at the crucial outer blade regions, this measure reduces suction side flow separation and thus leads to better efficiency and lower vortex noise. |
SSO2 bearingThe NF-A12x15 features the further optimised second generation of Noctua"s renowned, time-tested SSO bearing. With SSO2, the rear magnet is placed closer to the axis to provide even better stabilisation, precision and durability. |
Integrated anti-vibration padsIntegrated Anti-Vibration Pads made from extra-soft silicone minimise the transmission of minute vibrations while maintaining full compatibility with all standard mounting systems and fan clips used on heatsinks. |
Scope of delivery
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15mm slim design
Having a thickness of only 15mm, the NF-A12x15 is much slimmer than standard 120x25mm fans. This makes it ideal for typical slim fan applications such as low-profile CPU coolers as well as for freeing up space by replacing standard 120x25mm fans on tower coolers, radiators or in PC cases.
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| NF-A12x15 PWM | NF-A12x15 FLX | NF-A12x15 PWM chromax.black.swap | |
| Connector | 4-pin PWM | 3-pin | 4-pin PWM |
| Voltage | 12V | 12V | 12V |
| RPM | Max: 1850 / Min: 450 | 1850 | Max: 1850 / Min: 450 |
| RPM with L.N.A. | 1400 | 1400 | - |
| RPM with U.L.N.A. | - | 950 | - |
| Acoustical Noise | 23,9 dB(A) | 23,9 dB(A) | 23,9 dB(A) |
| Acoustical Noise with L.N.A. | 16,8 dB(A) | 16,8 dB(A) | - |
| Acoustical Noise with U.L.N.A. | - | 10,2 dB(A) | - |
| Size | 120x120x15 mm | 120x120x15 mm | 120x120x15 mm |
| Colour | Brown & Beige | Brown & Beige | Black with swappable coloured anti-vibration pads |