Arctic Fan F12 (black) 120mm/1350rpm - ACFAN00201A

Arctic Fan F12 (black) is a 120 mm case fan aimed at budget and balanced configurations, where you seek decent airflow without generating excessive noise. It operates at up to 1350 RPM, which is a good middle ground between noise and cooling, especially for daily and gaming systems. The black design without lighting is ideal if you are aiming for a clean build without RGB. The hydraulic bearing and long 72 months warranty hint at a long and quiet life in your case.

What you get is a fan with a size of 120 x 120 x 25 mm, which is standard for most cases and positions for intake/exhaust. With an airflow of up to 53 CFM and static pressure of 1.00 mmH2O, you can safely use it for general ventilation of the case, rather than for dense radiators or very thick filters. The noise level of up to 22.5 dBA means that during normal system operation, the sound will be more of a background than an annoying whine. The power supply is standard 12 V, with a consumption of up to 3.0 W and a current of 0.25 A, so it won't overload the fan headers on the motherboard. With a 3 PIN connector, you rely on voltage control of the speeds through the motherboard or fixed speeds, which is OK for basic control and quiet operation.

• Size 120 mm – standard form factor that fits most cases at the front, back, or top for intake/exhaust configurations.
• Speed up to 1350 RPM – balanced speeds for good airflow without aggressive noise, suitable for daily and gaming use.
• Airflow 53 CFM – sufficient for effectively cooling components and expelling warm air from the case.
• Static pressure 1.00 mmH2O – primarily oriented towards general ventilation of the case, rather than dense radiators or very thick dust filters.
• Noise level 22.5 dBA – operates relatively quietly, so the system does not dominate the sound from a game or movie.
• Hydraulic bearing – better durability and smoother sound compared to cheap sleeve bearings, suitable for long 24/7 operation.
• 3 PIN connector, 12 V, 3.0 W – standard connection to the motherboard or fan controller without the need for adapters, easy control via voltage.
• Black housing without RGB – clean, unobtrusive look, suitable for a classic build or systems without the need for lighting.

Who is this fan suitable for? For anyone who wants basic, reliable cooling for a case for office, home, or mid-range gaming PC, without chasing an RGB show. If you are building high-end water cooling with dense radiators and want maximum static pressure and precise PWM control, there are more suitable models, but for clean airflow in the case, the F12 does a great job.

The combination of hydraulic bearing, 53 CFM airflow, low noise, and 72 months warranty makes the Arctic Fan F12 (black) a reasonable, practical choice if you are looking for a quiet and long-term fan for your case without unnecessary extras.