it an good runner will keep the PC down to 30% cool then the other makes smoothness, further reduced vibrations and unprecedented energy efficiency.3000rpm industrialPPC versionRunning twice as fast as the 1500rpm retail version, the NF-F12 industrialPPC-3000 PWM provides extreme airflow and pressure performance. Combined with the industrialPPC series' robust polyamide construction and advanced protection features, this makes the fan ideal for challenging industrial applications. motor and PCB, the NF-F12 industrialPPC complies with the ingress protection rating IP52. This means that it is not only highly dust resistant but also withstands dripping water. with the 4 pins you get the full works . yes out standing to any other fan made to this day > cost may be ... Moreit an good runner will keep the PC down to 30% cool then the other makes smoothness, further reduced vibrations and unprecedented energy efficiency.3000rpm industrialPPC versionRunning twice as fast as the 1500rpm retail version, the NF-F12 industrialPPC-3000 PWM provides extreme airflow and pressure performance. Combined with the industrialPPC series' robust polyamide construction and advanced protection features, this makes the fan ideal for challenging industrial applications. motor and PCB, the NF-F12 industrialPPC complies with the ingress protection rating IP52. This means that it is not only highly dust resistant but also withstands dripping water. with the 4 pins you get the full works . yes out standing to any other fan made to this day > cost may be little high but they can last longer then most out there. some are even use in fan cooling units

Great Cooling! But VERY LOUD!

When I purchased these fans I didn't expect them to be the quietest, I was buying them more so for the great cooling that they offered as that was my main issue. But I can't help but notice the noise after having these for about a year now. Even while I'm gaming with friends on mic they can hear these fans in the background and often make jokes about it. I have to use noise cancellation settings when doing video recordings and streaming or these fans will be very noticeable and annoying. I couldn't figure out how to control the fan speed, but thats more so my issue than the manufacturers so I won't knock them for it although some kind of software would be nice to include. I expected them to be a little noticeable but not as much as they have been(especially being ... MoreWhen I purchased these fans I didn't expect them to be the quietest, I was buying them more so for the great cooling that they offered as that was my main issue. But I can't help but notice the noise after having these for about a year now. Even while I'm gaming with friends on mic they can hear these fans in the background and often make jokes about it. I have to use noise cancellation settings when doing video recordings and streaming or these fans will be very noticeable and annoying. I couldn't figure out how to control the fan speed, but thats more so my issue than the manufacturers so I won't knock them for it although some kind of software would be nice to include. I expected them to be a little noticeable but not as much as they have been(especially being Noctua brand) which is why I'm not leaving 5 eggs and even considered leaving a 3 egg rating. But they are good quality fans and they don't look terrible. The blades have nice contours to them, you can tell that they are quality products, but the noise. I'm not too much of a freak when it comes to noise levels, never have been. So for the most part I can tune them out and not really notice them but others who are more noise sensitive will probably have issues with these fans. Definitely do not buy if you are looking for an ultra quiet cooling solution. But do buy if you are just looking for a great industrial level cooling solution and sound level is not an issue for you, these fans will get the job done!

Great fan

I bought 8 of these for a new build PC (large case).The fans are easy to fit with either the noise reducing 'pins' or the included screws. I use the 'pins' to keep the sound level down.Included also;Each corner has sound reducing 'buffers'A 'y' type cable to join two fans together as oneA very useful power cord extensionA power limiter inline cable for optional use that is designed to help further reduce noiseThe fan also has focused airflow built in that greatly improves airflow 'power'.The fan is PWM and, in short, this allows it's spped to be controlled via a suitable controller - motherboard or, as in my case, a seperate controller.All in all this is quite a versatile fan with great noise control features (I can confirm fans are quite quiet) ... MoreI bought 8 of these for a new build PC (large case).The fans are easy to fit with either the noise reducing 'pins' or the included screws. I use the 'pins' to keep the sound level down.Included also;Each corner has sound reducing 'buffers'A 'y' type cable to join two fans together as oneA very useful power cord extensionA power limiter inline cable for optional use that is designed to help further reduce noiseThe fan also has focused airflow built in that greatly improves airflow 'power'.The fan is PWM and, in short, this allows it's spped to be controlled via a suitable controller - motherboard or, as in my case, a seperate controller.All in all this is quite a versatile fan with great noise control features (I can confirm fans are quite quiet) and extras that may otherwise require seperate purchase.

High Performance Fan!

As always, Noctua produced a winner here, if one could carry their PC around on wheels, may make a good leaf blower at 3,000 RPM. While the product is fine, replaced the flimsy fan that shipped with my Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO, purchased here. Temps fell off fast across most of the interior of the PC. That stated, I should had Googled 43.5 dBA to learn more, even lowering the fan to 'regular' speed, still spins at over 2,000 RPM & is very audible, though may not be in a more sound dampening case, such as the Fractal Design Define R5. This one was installed in the same brand's Core 3300, which is no longer carried at Newegg (wished I had purchased two at $49.99 each). All of these components were purchased here. With the extra set of supplied brackets by Cooler ... MoreAs always, Noctua produced a winner here, if one could carry their PC around on wheels, may make a good leaf blower at 3,000 RPM. While the product is fine, replaced the flimsy fan that shipped with my Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO, purchased here. Temps fell off fast across most of the interior of the PC. That stated, I should had Googled 43.5 dBA to learn more, even lowering the fan to 'regular' speed, still spins at over 2,000 RPM & is very audible, though may not be in a more sound dampening case, such as the Fractal Design Define R5. This one was installed in the same brand's Core 3300, which is no longer carried at Newegg (wished I had purchased two at $49.99 each). All of these components were purchased here. With the extra set of supplied brackets by Cooler Master, was able to get this installed, although CM obviously wanted to ensure that only their fans were used, it was a very tight install, was afraid that I'd break the plastic clips. And with that extra speed, even though it has to blow through a CPU cooler, by sheer force causes the exhaust fan to spin at higher than rated RPM's (according to HWMonitor), that part scares me a bit, may be best not to replace the rear fan when it goes out.;-) Still, I don't regret the purchase, it's a rock solid fan, the brown corners are actually soft rubber so there's no vibration, and when it comes to fans, though many says the brand is overpriced, Noctua is #1 in terms of quality, performance & ease of install. The fan was carefully packages & 4 screws are included for mounting. Those with Noctua coolers will probably use the wire clips instead, saves a lot of work. This fan is fast & powerful enough for a dual type CPU cooler that normally uses two fans, plus having two may tax the fan circuit on some computers. Final rating, 5 eggs.

Noctua will remain a Noctua! Absolutely great!

If you think you're old enough to give RGB zero credits for performance then read on. Any 2000RPM single/dual fan doing all the hard work will produce undesirable results. The reason I say this is because I've put 6 of these in my Lian Li PC-011D case and all of them spin at about 60-70% speed while under load i.e. cooling an i7 8700K @ 5.1GHz all cores. I've replaced the ML 120 RGB fans on my Corsair H150i with these and I don't know if I see a temp drop compared to the ML's as I've swapped the ML's out right of the box. At idle I see temps not going beyond 48-51C (at 700-800RPM, which is less than 50% speed and quite the way I like it). With ambient temps ranging between 24-31C, the max I hit under full load is 68-73C (at 1250-1400 RPM). This is truly an ... MoreIf you think you're old enough to give RGB zero credits for performance then read on. Any 2000RPM single/dual fan doing all the hard work will produce undesirable results. The reason I say this is because I've put 6 of these in my Lian Li PC-011D case and all of them spin at about 60-70% speed while under load i.e. cooling an i7 8700K @ 5.1GHz all cores. I've replaced the ML 120 RGB fans on my Corsair H150i with these and I don't know if I see a temp drop compared to the ML's as I've swapped the ML's out right of the box. At idle I see temps not going beyond 48-51C (at 700-800RPM, which is less than 50% speed and quite the way I like it). With ambient temps ranging between 24-31C, the max I hit under full load is 68-73C (at 1250-1400 RPM). This is truly an industrial fan and I quite like the retro modern look it gives to my rig. I personally like the understated look of these fans, afterall its not how the PC looks when it's turned ON (RGB), it's about how it makes you feel when you look at it while it's turned OFF (**Noctua**) as well. Anything that performs well in todays market doesn't come cheap - Employees, kids and Noctua case fans are no execption. Add Chromax bling to these and we're talking bail money territory. In short, these are one of the best fans you need if you want to squeeze performance, maintain a strict balance between balance itself and beauty; all while giving a subtle cultural shock to the overwhelming RGB madness.

Quality Fan

Excellent industrial cooling fan. The performance is incredible for shifting cool air over those components. Compared to standard fans, this one does require more power to run, for example, it doesn't work well with a low noise adapter cable. The base speed is above 1500rpm on silent settings in the bios. On standard it operates around 2000rpm which is fairly loud. The noise is tolerable for me despite being a matter subject to opinion. The NF-F12 ippc 3000pwm is durable and well made leaving nothing to doubt the long term reliability of this product.

Read the Details on this Fine Product

Amazing Product, but please NOTE: THESE ARE NOT QUIET! The Product description even states this fact. I did not read and do my due diligence, don't make my mistake. These are meant for industrial grade systems cooling. In my bios I have been able to put them in "Silent Mode" and still they are still audible. The Mistake is mine for not reading, please do not make the same mistake. That is, unless you want your Gaming Rig to sound like a Jet. All that said I do not think I will return them. They look amazing in my case and with Silent Mode enabled via Bios the sound is manageable. If nothing else the sound will suffice as an epitaph to my over eagerness, and my want for this RGB Apocalypse to fade....

The little fan that can

First impressions matter and this one certainty placed it's foot in the door. No. Not even. It came crashing down into my front door's wall and gave me such a masculine handshake that Arnold and Dillon would be envious of. Not only newegg packages it's products properly, which assured my countless ocds that these fans arrived safely, but these particular fans out-preformed my military grade quiet radio fans. Albiet it should be noted that said green painted fans that I previously used were of a used condition when I placed them toe to toe with these new industrial fans. Regardless, the noctua IPPCs blew the competition out of the water and then some. Speaking of blowing, but I also want to note that these fans may not be the quietest of all fans. Even for fans with ... MoreFirst impressions matter and this one certainty placed it's foot in the door. No. Not even. It came crashing down into my front door's wall and gave me such a masculine handshake that Arnold and Dillon would be envious of. Not only newegg packages it's products properly, which assured my countless ocds that these fans arrived safely, but these particular fans out-preformed my military grade quiet radio fans. Albiet it should be noted that said green painted fans that I previously used were of a used condition when I placed them toe to toe with these new industrial fans. Regardless, the noctua IPPCs blew the competition out of the water and then some. Speaking of blowing, but I also want to note that these fans may not be the quietest of all fans. Even for fans with the Noctua branding slapped upon 'em. I would suggest to anyone to only reserve these fans for cpu cooling to take advantage of it's focus flow technology. Nothing more as using these puppies as case fans will make your neighbors complain. Even if your building is segregated from theirs. All and all these fans were so good that I bought yet another set.

Usual good quality efficient high air pressure Noctua fan

As with most Noctua fans, they are more expensive than standard run of the mill fans. However, this Industrial version is supposed to be more heavy duty, with a longer lifespan and producing more air pressure. Both of these factors are quite hard to comment on because you expect it to take a LONG time before this kind of product fails, or as an end user with a pc, I don't have the ability to measure actual air pressure through the water cooling radiator it is mounted on.That said, I trust Noctua's reputation for quality hardware, along with various independent reviews on this fan, and my own previous experiences with their fans. So I was prepared to pay more for the best.Scan delivered it in their usual quick and efficient way and I quickly mounted it in a living ... MoreAs with most Noctua fans, they are more expensive than standard run of the mill fans. However, this Industrial version is supposed to be more heavy duty, with a longer lifespan and producing more air pressure. Both of these factors are quite hard to comment on because you expect it to take a LONG time before this kind of product fails, or as an end user with a pc, I don't have the ability to measure actual air pressure through the water cooling radiator it is mounted on.That said, I trust Noctua's reputation for quality hardware, along with various independent reviews on this fan, and my own previous experiences with their fans. So I was prepared to pay more for the best.Scan delivered it in their usual quick and efficient way and I quickly mounted it in a living room Small Form Factor pc.The first and most obvious thing to notice is that this fan has rubber sleeves on the mounting screw corners, a simple idea which must reduce any vibration noise from it. ALL fan makers should follow this example for such a simple, cheap to produce, mod on their fans, as it eliminates vibration not just around the screw holes, but from both sides of the mounting frame, wherever it touches anything else. The second thing you notice is that there is no fourth control wire on it, as an INDUSTRIAL grade fan, it's obviously designed to run at full speed (2000 rpm I believe), maximum "thrust" throughout it's life. This actually makes it a little noisy air noise wise, in a quiet living room atmosphere, so slightly less desirable in that environment, something I should have thought about more before buying this model. It is however no more noisy than most fans during game play and it doesn't need to speed up or slow down, which can be more irritating, so during a game its not noticeable. I did set it to quiet mode in the Asus bios though, which actually seemed to make very little difference, obviously because of the lack of a control wire.With this being an SFF machine, which has an EVGA Nvidia 980 GTX graphics card in it, there isn't a lot of room for components, which is why I went for the high CFC fan in the first place, on the Corsair 80I enclosed water cooling system.The hot air coming out the back of this rig during gaming is just that, HOT, not WARM, so the 3 main fans including this one, are extracting heat efficiently when I have been running games at their highest settings on a 55" 4k tv. Keeps the room quite warm, along with the passive heat from the Yamaha AV Amp in the same rack.As I said you don't really hear it when in game anyway and it's the normal fan air movement whoosh, not some sort of jarring noise which would be irritating. This Noctua replaces a stock Corsair fan on the double thickness 120 mm 80I radiator, but there is no room for a second fan as a push pull setup, so I am happy with my choice. It cools the cpu well in what is a warm room, in a quite tightly enclosed case, even under the high heat producing stress conditions of high end gaming on an overclocked I5, so it is efficient at doing what it was bought for. Which is all that really matters that it protects my gear from overheating, while allowing me to game whenever and for as long as I want without any worries.