Thursday, September 17th 2009
Arctic Cooling Announces Arctic F- High Performance Case Fans
The Swiss low noise cooling solution provider ARCTIC COOLING today announced the launch of the ARCTIC F series case fan series in 80mm, 92mm and 120mm. As the advanced version of the previous AF fan series, these new fans are ideal for users who are looking for a quiet and efficient case ventilation solution.
The ARCTIC F series integrates some delicate features to improve the overall airflow and noise control management. Most 80mm and 92mm standard fans are equipped with 7 blades only, but all ARCTIC F fans, including the 80mm and 92mm ones, come with 9 blades in order to create higher airflow efficiently.
Moreover, the refined "ninja-knife" impeller design not only improves the laminar airflow, but it also lowers the noise level. Tested by hundreds of simulations, the result is significant - airflow is over 20% higher compared with a generic 7-blade case fan.
Higher airflow ≠ higher noise level
Over the years, ARCTIC COOLING has built a reputable name on precise case fan engineering and noise control, and the new ARCTIC F series is no exception. Despite the increase in airflow rate, the ARCTIC F fans remain nearly inaudible thanks to the high-quality fluid dynamic bearing and the new impeller design. The maximum noise level is at only 0.4 sone for the 120mm fan. The ARCTIC F series is definitely a good option for anyone pursuing a quiet PC case cooling solution.
The ARCTIC F fans come with a 6-year limited warranty. They are available in October. The MSRP is US $4.30 / 2.90€ (F8), US$5.90 / 3.90€ (F9), US$6.9 / 4.90€ (F12).
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Arctic Cooling
The ARCTIC F series integrates some delicate features to improve the overall airflow and noise control management. Most 80mm and 92mm standard fans are equipped with 7 blades only, but all ARCTIC F fans, including the 80mm and 92mm ones, come with 9 blades in order to create higher airflow efficiently.
Higher airflow ≠ higher noise level
Over the years, ARCTIC COOLING has built a reputable name on precise case fan engineering and noise control, and the new ARCTIC F series is no exception. Despite the increase in airflow rate, the ARCTIC F fans remain nearly inaudible thanks to the high-quality fluid dynamic bearing and the new impeller design. The maximum noise level is at only 0.4 sone for the 120mm fan. The ARCTIC F series is definitely a good option for anyone pursuing a quiet PC case cooling solution.
The ARCTIC F fans come with a 6-year limited warranty. They are available in October. The MSRP is US $4.30 / 2.90€ (F8), US$5.90 / 3.90€ (F9), US$6.9 / 4.90€ (F12).
20 Comments on Arctic Cooling Announces Arctic F- High Performance Case Fans
That's an awesome warantee for a fan.
I;ve got some artic cooling gear so will be able to approximate.
The only thing that I bought from them that is not respecting the low price/ultra performance I was used to is the new MX-3, but even so I must say I'm happy I spent 15 euro on the tube.
What else to say, I can only hope we can buy at these prices in the future too, as the rule seems to be "get on top cheap, and once you are there - make sure you have the biggest prices". Oh well...
decibels = pressure waves made by the sound
sones = irritation to the human ear
I know which one i'd prefer lower (its like how rain can be loud, but doesnt annoy you - but that high pitched squeal from a bad capacitor, or a random rattle in a fan can drive you mad)
And rain annoys the f**k out of me. lol.
an even simpler version would be: its quieter in the ranges the human ear can hear, and doesnt have annoying clicks rattles or whines.
So now it's just subjective based on a bunch of opinions culminated together. lol.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sone
all i know is they advertise their fans as really low sone, and their fans are really really quiet
^ that would be the ranges that matter