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Award-winning NF-F12 design
Having received more than 150 awards and recommendations from the international press, Noctua's NF-F12 has become a proven premium choice for 120mm cooling needs. Its renowned efficiency has convinced tens of thousands of customers all over the world.
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3000rpm industrialPPC version
Running 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.
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24V version
The industrialPPC 24V Q100 models use Noctua's NE-FD4 three-phase PWM motor driver IC. Supporting operating voltages from 6 to 30V, these models are ideal for 24V-based industrial applications and voltage- or PWM-based speed control.
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Lower speed and noise levels in 12V PC environments
While the industrialPPC 24V model has been designed with 24V industrial applications in mind, it runs at a maximum speed of around 1600rpm in 12V PC environments and can be slowed down further via PWM, thus combining industrialPPC features and design with Noctua’s signature quietness.
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NE-FD4 PWM IC with SCD
Supporting fully automatic PWM speed control, the fan uses Noctua’s custom-designed NE-FD4 PWM IC for 24V three-phase motors. The NE-FD4 is AEC-Q100 qualified and integrates Noctua's proprietary Smooth Commutation Drive (SCD) technology, which suppresses PWM switching noise and thus makes the fan quieter at lower speeds.
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AEC-Q100 qualification
The 24V Q100 version’s NE-FD4 motor driver IC complies with the Automotive Electronics Council’s highly rigorous AEC-Q100 failure-mechanism-based stress test qualification for integrated circuits, which makes the fan ideal for use in automotive applications.
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High electrical robustness
Meeting the AEC-Q100 standard’s stringent requirements for burst and surge protection, the 24V Q100 version’s high electrical robustness permits the fan to be used not only in automotive projects but also in other harsh environments with transients from electric motors and other inductive switching loads.
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Inrush current suppression
The fan’s voltage-stabilised inrush current suppression provides a smooth power-up and dramatically reduces power line transients that otherwise could affect other electronic components connected to the power line. This makes the fan safe to use in sensitive electronic environments.
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Three-phase motor design
While most axial fans use single-phase motors with 4 slots, Noctua's industrialPPC fans feature a three-phase design with 6 slots, which provides smoother transitions between the slots and thus allows for even higher running smoothness, further reduced vibrations and unprecedented energy efficiency.
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Certified IP67 water- and dust protection
The motor and PCB of the IP67 version are completely cast in a special, highly heat conductive resin that combines thoroughgoing protection and effective motor heat dissipation. Complying with the ingress protection rating IP67, this fan is not only fully dust tight but also completely waterproof up to 1m water depth.
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Fibre-glass reinforced polyamide construction
Both the impeller and the frame of Noctua’s industrialPPC fans are made entirely from fibre-glass reinforced polyamide. This material can withstand temperatures up to 140°C and makes the fans even more robust and break-proof than Noctua’s standard fibre-glass reinforced PBT fans.
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Focused Flow™ frame
Designed for pressure demanding applications such as heatsinks and radiators, the Focused Flow™ frame features eleven stator guide vanes that straighten, channel and focus the airflow, which allows the NF-F12 to rival the performance of conventional fans running at much faster speeds.
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Varying Angular Distance and Vortex Control Notches
The NF-F12's stator guide vanes are set out in Varying Angular Distance and feature Vortex-Control Notches. Both measures help to spread the noise emission over a broader frequency spectrum and thus make the fan's sound pattern more agreeable to the human ear.
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Heptaperf™ Impeller
Custom designed for the new Focused Flow™ frame and to work in tandem with the eleven stator guide vanes, the NF-F12's seven blade Heptaperf™ impeller has been carefully optimised to achieve a perfect balance between power and quietness.
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Stepped Inlet Design
Noctua's Stepped Inlet Design adds turbulence to the influx in order to facilitate the transition from laminar flow to turbulent flow, which reduces tonal intake noise, improves flow attachment and increases suction capacity, especially in space-restricted environments.
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Inner Surface Microstructures
With the tips of the fan blades ploughing through the boundary layer created by the Inner Surface Microstructures, flow separation from the suction side of the blades is significantly suppressed, which results in reduced blade passing noise and improved airflow and pressure efficiency.
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Integrated anti-vibration pads
Integrated anti-vibration pads made from extra-soft silicone minimise the transmission of minute vibrations while maintaining full compatibility with all standard screws and other mounting systems.
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SSO2 Bearing
The NF-F12 industrialPPC 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.
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Metal bearing shell
In order to guarantee the highest possible degree of manufacturing precision, minimum tolerance and excellent long-term stability, the NF-F12 industrialPPC sports a CNC milled bearing shell made entirely from brass.
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6-year manufacturer’s warranty
Noctua fans are renowned for their impeccable quality and outstanding longevity. Like all Noctua fans, the NF-F12 industrialPPC features an MTTF rating of more than 150.000 hours and comes with a full 6-year manufacturer’s warranty.
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Customisable for industry clients
For industry clients, various features, certificates, packaging options and accessories can be customised on requests. For example, we can provide different connectors and speeds, different cable length or UL and TÜV certification. Please feel free to contact us for customised offers!
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Size
120x120x25 mm
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Mounting hole spacing
105x105 mm
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4-pin PWM
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Cable length
40cm
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Bearing
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Blade geometry
Heptaperf™
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Frame technology
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Material
Fibre-glass reinforced polyamide
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Ingress protection
IP67
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Motor type
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Rotational speed (+/- 10%)
3000 RPM
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Min. rotational speed (PWM, +/-20%)
750 RPM
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Rotational speed @ 12V (+/- 10%)
1600 RPM
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Acoustical noise
43,5 dB(A)
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Static pressure
7,63 mm H₂O
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Max. input power
4,32 W
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Max. input current
0,18 A
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Operating voltage
24 V
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MTTF
> 150.000 h
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Scope of delivery
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6 years
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NF-F12 industrialPPC-24V-3000 Q100 IP67 PWM Review
W porównaniu do konkurencji od Scythe, wentylatory Noctua wypadają bardzo dobrze w obu zastosowaniach. Należy jednak pamiętać, że są one 3 razy droższe więc takie wyniki są spodziewane. Śmigła od Noctuy w wersji szybszej są dosyć głośne, natomiast w wersji wolniejszej są nawet ciche.
Nowe śmigła od Noctuy zastępują starą wersję, więc cena zostaje zachowana na starym poziomie. W stosunku do poprzedników posiadają one jedno ulepszenie – zgodność z AEC-Q100. Dodając do tego IP67 otrzymujemy wentylator, który może pracować w każdych warunkach i zapewnia pełnię bezpieczeństwa. Co więcej posiada on duży zakres pracy z napięciami wchodzącymi więc można dobrze dopasować obroty w wielu zastosowaniach, nie tylko komputerowych.
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Test verdict: "Aktualnie są to najbezpieczniejsze wentylatory na rynku więc zdecydowanie polecam ich zakup, w szczególności do specjalizowanych zastosowań."
(Michał Andruszkiewicz, WhatNext.pl)
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NF-F12 industrialPPC-24V-3000 Q100 IP67 PWM Review
As much as these two fans may look like a standard PC fan, they are industrial fans, so it is a bit hard to compare them to a typical PC fan. Will they work in your home PC? Sure - they will work just fine, but you will never get them to run at their maximum rated speeds on the 12V from the PSU in your home system. You need 24V to get the maximum speeds and that of course requires a dedicated external 24V power source. Who would go to that much trouble and expense when Noctua has a full line of case and cooler fans that are just perfect for your PC?
These industrialPPC fans are intended for use in an industrial environment where 24V is typically available. Moisture and dirt are often encountered in an industrial environment and that is exactly where these fans are best used. The IP67 rating ensures that the internal components are protected and these fans are up to the task of reliably moving air in an industrial application. The AEC-Q100 qualification ensures that these fans meet the failure-mechanism-based stress tests for integrated circuits.
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Test verdict: "Most people won't ever have a need for an industrial type of fan, but if you do, then these need to be on your list." (Chris Dawalt, OverclockersClub.com)
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NF-F12 industrialPPC-24V-3000 Q100 IP67 PWM Review
Noctua is known as one of the elites in the PC cooling hardware community. They have multiple award winning products and are always at the top of the performance lists. For this grouping of fans I expected much of the same. Overall I do believe that Noctua delivers. There should be no doubt that a cooling fan from Noctua is going to be a high quality product. The industrialPPC Q100 140mm and industrialPPC Q100 120mm provided for this review confirmed this, and showed that even in the narrower field of 120mm and 140mm fans that there are plenty of things you can do to distinguish one model from another.
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Test verdict: "The fans are all high quality and will help keep your system cool. You can tell from the list of features just how much engineering and testing has gone into making these fans as efficient as possible." (Ambrosidou Nat, XtremeSystems.org)
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NF-F12 industrialPPC-24V-3000 Q100 IP67 PWM Review
Como habéis visto a lo largo de la review los Noctua NF-F12 industrialPPC 24V Q100 IP67 PWM son unos ventiladores capaces de emitir un flujo de aire excepcional sin tener que alcanzar velocidades astronómicas y manteniendo, por consiguiente, una sonoridad mucho más comedida. A esto hemos de añadirle todas las medidas de seguridad que incorporan, la resistencia certificada al polvo y al agua y una garantía de 6 años de vida en entorno industrial que augura una vida útil mucho más larga. Creemos que poco más se le puede pedir a un ventilador aunque la experiencia nos dice que en unos años Noctua vendrá a con jugosas novedades a mejorar todavía más estos ventiladores.
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Test verdict: "Por esto, y todo lo reseñado anteriormente a lo largo de la review, otorgamos los galardones de Producto Premium, Producto recomendado y calidad precio a los ventiladores Noctua NF-F12 industrialPPC 24V Q100 IP67 PWM." (Miguel G. Mingorance, GameIT.es)
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NF-F12 industrialPPC-24V-3000 Q100 IP67 PWM Review
Вентиляторы Noctua NF-F12 industrialPPC-24V-2000 Q100 IP67 PWM и NF-F12 industrialPPC-24V-3000 Q100 IP67 PWM сочетают в себе высочайшее качество исполнения, класс защиты IP67, соответствие стандарту AEC-Q100, отличную эффективность, возможность автоматического управления при напряжениях 24 и 12 В. У новинок на данный момент просто не существует аналогов в качестве корпусных решений в промышленной сфере, где условия работы оборудования далеки от офисных и требуется максимально возможная эффективность и устойчивость компонентов к пыли, влаге и сильному нагреву.
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Test verdict: "Обновлённые вентиляторы industrialPPC являются непревзойдёнными решениями в своём классе!"
Владимир
Солонин,
GreenTechReviews.ru)
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NF-F12 industrialPPC-24V-3000 Q100 IP67 PWM Review
Siamo giunti alla fine della nostra recensione, come al solito il produttore austriaco ha mantenuto le promesse, creando un prodotto di lavorare in condizioni estreme. Queste ventole sono garantite ben 6 anni, segno che il prodotto vanta affidabilità da vendere. Noi di HWR di solito ci occupiamo del mondo PC, quindi spieghiamo in due parole la faccenda alimentazione, queste essendo alimentate a 24V funzioneranno anche a 12V ma con delle limitazioni in velocità. Nella pagina dei test troverete la velocità massima raggiungibile con entrambi i voltaggi.
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Test verdict: "Concludiamo assegnando a questi prodotti cinque stelle per l’alta affidabilità!" (Mauro Santoro, HWready.it)
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NA-SAV4
- 16 NA-AV4 silicone anti-vibration mounts for up to 4 fans
- Flat case-side end for clean exterior look
- 5 defined, numbered pawls
- Compatible with all Noctua fans

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FAQs
Can industrialPPC fans be used with fan controllers and resistor cables (Low-Noise Adaptors)?
How much torque should be used for fan screws?
Can I use Noctua fans in my system from Acer, Apple, Dell, HP, Lenovo or other major brands?
How can I check if my 4-pin fan header supports PWM?
Can I use Low-Noise Adaptors with y-cables / multiple fans?
How should I clean my Noctua fan?
Can I run 4-pin PWM fans on 3-pin fan headers?
Can I disassemble my fan for cleaning (or other purposes, e.g. painting)?
Can Noctua fans be used to replace noisy stock fans in NAS devices?
Can Noctua fans be used to replace noisy stock fans in switches, routers or other network devices?
Are industrialPPC fans as quiet as other Noctua fans?
What pin configuration do Noctua 24V fans use?
Can I use Low-Noise Adaptors for industrialPPC fans?
My fan doesn’t spin when I start up the PC - is it faulty?
Which Noctua fan or CPU cooler should I buy? How to choose the right model?
Can industrialPPC fans be used with fan controllers and resistor cables (Low-Noise Adaptors)?
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Where can I find a technical documentation and specifications of the PWM speed control system of Noctua’s fans?
How much torque should be used for fan screws?
Can I use Noctua fans in my system from Acer, Apple, Dell, HP, Lenovo or other major brands?
How can I check if my 4-pin fan header supports PWM?

Note that mainboard manufacturers use different terms to indicate that Pin 4 is not being used for PWM control (e.g. “+5V”, “VCC” or “NC”), but if one of these terms is used, you can be sure that the fan header does not support PWM. If Pin 4 is described as “Speed Control” or “PWM” or the like, you can be sure that the fan header supports PWM.
Unfortunately, the description of Pin 2 is not always a clear indication as some manufacturers use terms such as “Fan PWR” or “Power” for both types of fan headers. However, if Pin 2 is described as “Speed Control”, you can also be sure that the fan header does not support PWM based speed control. If Pin 2 is described as “+12V”, this is a clear indication that the fan header supports PWM.
Please also note that in some cases, the descriptions of the pin layouts in the mainboard manuals may not be correct and some models actually allow you to switch the fan headers from voltage control mode to PWM control mode in the BIOS even though the pin descriptions do not indicate PWM support. We thus recommend to look for these options in the BIOS before taking other measures. In case of doubt, please contact your mainboard manufacturer.
If your mainboard features other 4-pin fan headers that use PWM for speed control, you can run multiple fans from these headers using Y-split cables. Make sure not to exceed the specified maximum power draw of the fan headers (usually 10-12W) though.
Can I use Low-Noise Adaptors with y-cables / multiple fans?
Yes, Low-Noise Adaptors (L.N.A.s) can be used with y-cables, but please make sure to use one L.N.A. per fan and to place the L.N.A.s between the y-cable and the fans as shown below. Never use one L.N.A. for two (or more fans) by placing it between the mainboard and the y-cable!
How should I clean my Noctua fan?
In order to ensure flawless operation over many years of usage, Noctua’s premium grade SSO bearings are fully sealed to prevent the entering of fine dust particles. Please note that the fan is not designed to be taken apart by the user. Removing the impeller from the frame will break the sealing of the bearing and results in a loss of warranty.
Can I run 4-pin PWM fans on 3-pin fan headers?
PWM fans come with a 4-pin connectors for fully automatic speed control via your mainboard’s 4-pin PWM fan headers. Please note that 4-pin fans can also be connected to your mainboard’s 3-pin fan headers though. When connected to 3-pin fan headers, the fan will run at full speed (unless the mainboard supports voltage based speed control).

Can I disassemble my fan for cleaning (or other purposes, e.g. painting)?
It is thus recommended to clean your fans using a duster, slightly moist tissue or canned air. Please be careful not to use too much force in order to prevent any damage to the fan. Please don’t use a vacuum cleaner as this may apply excessive force to the fan.
Can Noctua fans be used to replace noisy stock fans in NAS devices?
Noctua fans such as the 40, 60, 80, 92 or 120mm NF-A series models are ideal for replacing noisy stock fans in NAS devices in order to make them quieter and thousands of users have managed to significantly reduce the noise levels of their NAS units this way. However, while it is easy and straightforward to replace the fans in some cases, it can be very difficult in others, so Noctua strongly recommends that users carefully research if it is possible to easily replace the fan(s) of their NAS device before purchasing a Noctua fan for this purpose. Some of the common issues that can occur when replacing NAS fans are:
- Different pin assignment: Whereas Noctua fans use the standardised pin assignment for PC fans (see this FAQ for details), some NAS units use different assignments. For example, some devices have the power and GND or rpm and PWM pins swapped. Therefore please carefully verify that your NAS device uses the same pin assignment as standard fans. Experienced users may also change the pin assignment by cutting and resoldering the fan cables, but please note that this will void your Noctua manufacturer’s warranty.
- Different pin functions: Noctua fans use the standardised pin functions for PC fans (see this FAQ for details); however, some NAS units use fans where certain pins serve a different function. For example, some devices use the RPM pin for “power good” signals. Therefore please carefully verify that your NAS device uses the same pin functions.
- Firmware speed control: Some NAS devices demand a certain maximum or minimum fan speed. If the new fan doesn’t have the same or similar maximum or minimum speed, the device may display errors or even shut down.
- Different starting voltage: Most NAS devices use voltage-based speed control. If the new fan has a higher starting voltage than the original fan, it may not start up right away. This may lead the NAS device to display errors or even shut down because it suspects a fan failure.
- Different power draw: Some NAS devices monitor the fan’s power draw. If the new fan has a lower power consumption than the stock fan, the device might display errors or even shut down.
Please note that most NAS manufacturers don’t provide detailed documentation regarding fan compatibility and control, so users who want to replace the fans of their devices usually have to rely on “How to” guides, blog and forum posts or video tutorials. For example, there are excellent video tutorials available for changing the fans in popular Synology NAS models (DS416j, DS1515+ and DS1812+ in English, DS416/DS415/DS916/DS216/DS214 and DS1515+ in German). Please also note that fan compatibility and control can vary from model to model and even from revision to revision even if the devices stem from the same manufacturer. As a result, it is important to make sure that the information or guidelines you rely on when replacing your NAS fan are applicable to your specific model as well as your specific hardware and firmware revision.
Due to the possible issues listed above, Noctua recommends that only experienced users attempt to replace their NAS fans. Please note that since there are so many different NAS models and most of them lack documentation for aspects such as fan compatibility and control, Noctua customer support cannot assist you with compatibility issues when replacing NAS fans. Please contact your NAS manufacturer for any questions regarding aspects such as the device’s pin alignment or fan monitoring and control.
Can Noctua fans be used to replace noisy stock fans in switches, routers or other network devices?
Noctua fans such as the 40, 60, 80 or 92mm NF-A series models are ideal for replacing noisy stock fans in switches, routers and other network devices in order to make them quieter and thousands of users have managed to significantly reduce the noise levels of their units this way. However, while it is easy and straightforward to replace the fans in some cases, it can be very difficult in others, so Noctua strongly recommends that users carefully research if it is possible to easily replace the fan(s) of their network device before purchasing a Noctua fan for this purpose. Some of the common issues that can occur when replacing pre-installed fans are:
- Different pin assignment: Whereas Noctua fans use the standardised pin assignment for PC fans (see this FAQ for details), some network devices use different assignments. For example, some devices have the power and GND or rpm and PWM pins swapped. Therefore please carefully verify that your device uses the same pin assignment as standard fans. Experienced users may also change the pin assignment by cutting and resoldering the fan cables, but please note that this will void your Noctua manufacturer’s warranty.
- Different pin functions: Noctua fans use the standardised pin functions for PC fans (see this FAQ for details); however, some network devices use fans where certain pins serve a different function. For example, some devices use the RPM pin for “power good” signals. Therefore please carefully verify that your device uses the same pin functions.
- Firmware speed control: Some network devices demand a certain maximum or minimum fan speed. If the new fan doesn’t have the same or similar maximum or minimum speed, the device may display errors or even shut down.
- Different starting voltage: Most network devices use voltage-based speed control. If the new fan has a higher starting voltage than the original fan, it may not start up right away. This may lead the device to display errors or even shut down because it suspects a fan failure.
- Different power draw: Some network devices monitor the fan’s power draw. If the new fan has a lower power consumption than the stock fan, the device might display errors or even shut down.
Please note that most network device manufacturers don’t provide detailed documentation regarding fan compatibility and control, so users who want to replace the fans of their devices usually have to rely on “How to” guides, blog and forum posts or video tutorials. Please also note that fan compatibility and control can vary from model to model and even from revision to revision even if the devices stem from the same manufacturer. As a result, it is important to make sure that the information or guidelines you rely on when replacing your fans are applicable to your specific model as well as your specific hardware and firmware revision.
Due to the possible issues listed above, Noctua recommends that only experienced users attempt to replace their pre-installed fans in network devices. Please note that since there are so many different devices and most of them lack documentation for aspects such as fan compatibility and control, Noctua customer support cannot assist you with compatibility issues when replacing pre-installed fans. Please contact your network device manufacturer for any questions regarding aspects such as the device’s pin alignment or fan monitoring and control.
Are industrialPPC fans as quiet as other Noctua fans?
What pin configuration do Noctua 24V fans use?

Can I use Low-Noise Adaptors for industrialPPC fans?
My fan doesn’t spin when I start up the PC - is it faulty?
Which Noctua fan or CPU cooler should I buy? How to choose the right model?
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