NZXT FX 120LB
NZXT turns up in this review with a
model, FX 120LB, boxed into a small cardboard box having an oval part cut
off.
The
packaging
IN addition, the box contains four silicone
pins, screws and a PATA power adapter.
The
accessories
Made in China, the NZXT FX 120LB is priced
at $14, plus a 2-year warranty. The 120mm NZXT is different from other fans due
to wide gaps between the blades. There are totally 8 small blades which are
arranged 15mm distant from the base and 20mm distant from the lowest-level
part.
The
product’s image
The impeller’s diameter is 111mm. The motor’s
is 44mm. This fan weighs 159g.
The NZXT FX 120LB doesn’t use any
technological advance. As for features which is visible at first sight, we can
only notice the frame’s inferior having ribs which are smoothed out.
The
product viewed from a tilt angle
Using the small switch on the cable, you
can choose one of three speed levels ranging from 1,000 to 2,600RPM. Its specs
are: airflow of 35.8 to 96CFM, static pressure of 0.75 to 4.80mm of water, and
noise level of 22 to 36.5dBA.
The type of bearing used is Liquid State according
to the specs but the fan’s sticker name it in a different way:
Power
specs
Anyway, it is expected have a service life
of 35,000h, this figure is not too high for such hi-speed model. The power
consumption at the maximum speed is set at 3.6W. The startup voltage is not stated.
Its 3-wire cable’s length is 500mm.
NZXT FX 120LB technical specs
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Dimensions, mm: 120x120x25
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Blade count: 7
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Blade diameter, mm: 111
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Stator diameter, mm: 44
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Weight (spec. /meas.), g: 159
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Voltage. V’ DC – rated: 12
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Voltage. V’ DC – start: N/A
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Rated current, A: 0.0.8-0.3
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Input power, Watt: 0.96-3.6
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Bearing system: Liquid state
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MTBF, hours: 35,000
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Fan speed – AVG: 1,000-2,600
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Fan speed – delta, +/-: 10%
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Airflow – CFM: 35.8-96.0
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Airflow – m3/hour: 60.8-163.1
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Static pressure, mmH20: 0.75-4.80
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Noise level, dBA: 22.0-36.5
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Cable length, mm: 500
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Connector: 4 pin/PATA
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PWM: (-)
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Fan speed control: (+)
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LED: (-)
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Made in: China
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Warranty, years: 2
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Price: $14
Prolimatech Blue Vortex 12
We managed to obtain a very rare product in
this review: Prolimatech Blue Vortex 12. It is packed into a cardboard
box:
The
packaging
The cut-off part in the packaging’s front
lets you see the blades. The speed of the fan is indicated in specs listed on
the back. The fan comes with a PATA power adapter, four screws, and a short
cable with a resistor which is for lowering voltage.
The
accessories
Made in China, the fan costs $7, plus a
1-year warranty.
The fan looks like ordinary ones, yet still
eye-catching. The 7-blade impeller appears in contrast with the black frame.
The
product’s image
There’s nothing prominent in the
Prolimatech Blue Vortex 12 from a view regarding technology. The diameters of its
impeller and motor are respectively 111mm and 45mm in diameter. It weighs 135g.
The blades are short and thick, with sharp
edges. The frame’s interior has two bevels.
The
product viewed from a tilt angle
The impeller blades’ surface feels rough when
touched but we don’t know whether there’s any technical purpose. The fan has a
rated speed of 1,600RPM but you can reduce it down to 1,200RPM via the cable
including a cable. At the top speed, the fan produces an airflow of 72.7CFM at
29.1dBA of noise. The static pressure is not claimed.
The paper sticker on the motor informs you
the bearing type and power specs.
Power
specs
The Prolimatech Blue Vortex 12 is designed
to consume under 2.2W of power at 0.18A. Its longevity is not indicated but it is
seldom higher than 30,000h. The cable is short (230mm).
Prolimatech Blue Vortex 12 technical
specs
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Dimensions, mm: 120x120x25
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Blade count: 9
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Blade diameter, mm: 111
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Stator diameter, mm: 45
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Weight (spec. /meas.), g: 135
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Voltage. V’ DC – rated: 12
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Voltage. V’ DC – start: 9
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Rated current, A: 0.18
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Input power, Watt: 2.16
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Bearing system: Sleeve
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MTBF, hours: N/A
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Fan speed – AVG: 1,200/1,600
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Fan speed – delta, +/-: N/A
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Airflow – CFM: 72.7 (max.)
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Airflow – m3/hour: 123.5 (max.)
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Static pressure, mmH20: N/A
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Noise level, dBA: 29.1 (max.)
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Cable length, mm: 230
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Connector: 3 pin/PATA
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PWM: (-)
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Fan speed control: (+)
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LED: (-)
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Made in: China
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Warranty, years: 1
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Price: $7.0
Prolimatech Red Vortex 12 LED
Prolimatech’s second model in this review
is named Red Vortex 12 LED. Its packaging is identical to the previous one,
except for the color.
The
packaging
The accessories, country of origin and
warranty period are the same as from the previous fan yet its price is $10.
The Red Vortex 12 LED has identical size
and specs to its blue sibling but it is made of different plastic type, thus it
is lighter, 109g. The translucent dark frame harmoniously mixes with the
impeller’s translucent red.
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The
product’s image
Contrary to its blue sibling, the Red
Vortex 12 LED has a sticker which is made of plastic, not paper.
The
motor
There are 4 red-colored LED lights in the
frame’s corners.
The
position of LED lights
This lighting system is very bright.
The
operating fan
In comparison with its blue sibling, the
Red Vortex 12 LED eats more power (3.6W) but other specs are the same. However,
after a while running, we will able to tell you the actual difference in performance
of the Red Vortex 12 LED thanks to different materials.
Prolimatech Red Vortex 12 LED technical
specs
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Dimensions, mm: 120x120x25
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Blade count: 9
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Blade diameter, mm: 111
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Stator diameter, mm: 45
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Weight (spec. /meas.), g: 109
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Voltage. V’ DC – rated: 12
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Voltage. V’ DC – start: 9
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Rated current, A: 0.30
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Input power, Watt: 3.60
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Bearing system: Sleeve
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MTBF, hours: N/A
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Fan speed – AVG: 1,200/1,600
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Fan speed – delta, +/-: N/A
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Airflow – CFM: 72.7 (max.)
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Airflow – m3/hour: 123.5 (max.)
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Static pressure, mmH20: N/A
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Noise level, dBA: 29.1 (max.)
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Cable length, mm: 230
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Connector: 3 pin/ PATA
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PWM: (-)
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Fan speed control: (+)
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LED: (-)
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Made in: China
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Warranty, years: 1
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Price: $10
