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Deep dives into Noctua’s innovations, cooling technology, and product development.
How does the NL-ACF1 compare to other VRM fans?
Many liquid coolers use 40–60mm fans producing noise and reducing airflow. NL-ACF1 uses open 80mm impeller for stronger airflow and quieter, lower-pitched sound.
How our SecuFirm2+™ mounting system enables NL-LC1 coolers to achieve lower temperatures
Our SecuFirm2+™ mounting system ensures optimal force transfer and contact pressure, which can give the NL-LC1 a slight edge over other Emma V2 based coolers.
Blog
Insights on cooling, airflow, and industry trends and more.
Noctua wins ComputerBase Reader’s Choice Awards for the third year in a row
05/08/2026
We’re delighted to have once again been voted Best CPU Cooler and Best Fan Manufacturer by the ComputerBase community, securing both awards for the third year in a row.
CPU cooler clearance: Why our data sometimes deviates from the case manufacturer’s specs
07/08/2026
When it comes to the CPU cooler clearance that PC cases offer, every millimetre can count. This is why we have started taking our own measurements for popular cases.
Guides & tutorials
Setup guides, product comparisons, and expert cooling tips.
Air cooling or water cooling, which one to choose?
Both air coolers and all-in-one liquid coolers have their respective advantages and disadvantages. We have summed them up for you in this guide to help with your buying decision.
How should I set up my NL-LC1 radiator fans (push, pull or push-pull)?
Whether you've just purchased or are about to purchase our NL-LC1 radiator, you're probably wondering how to position the fans in your build for the best results...
Case studies
Discover how our cooling solutions power real-world applications.
How can our NF-A4x10 support astronauts on the International Space Station?
16/04/2025
Without gravity, there's no natural airflow - so to cool space tech quietly and reliably, engineers turned to Noctua for solutions.
How Noctua fans make 45HomeLab’s HL15 chassis run cooler and quieter
16/09/2025
By opting for the Noctua upgrade option with NF-A12x25 PWM fans, HL15 users can achieve higher cooling performance and lower noise levels at the same time.
Videos
Noctua NL-LC1 AIO liquid cooler full installation guide and setup tutorial
Welcome to the Noctua NL-LC1 AIO installation guide. We’ll cover radiator positioning, fan configuration, and pump mounting for AMD AM5 and Intel LGA1851 sockets.
Introducing the NL-LC1 series Noctua all-in-one liquid coolers
Meet the Noctua NL-LC1, our first AIO cooler. Built on the Asetek Emma V2 platform with G2 fans, it offers industry-leading acoustic tuning, speed-offset fans, and a custom noise absorber.
Performance and acoustic optimisations of the NL-LC1 series
Dive into the engineering behind our first all-in-one liquid coolers. Learn how we've managed to improve both cooling performance and acoustic footprint.
Noctua two-phase thermosiphon project: Vaporisation-enhancing evaporator surface (Computex 2026)
A microlayer of porous sintered copper enhances surface interaction by drawing liquid into the wick structure through capillary action.