ARCTIC has introduced the P12 Max (White), a new high-speed 120 mm PWM fan that not only features an updated design inspired by the current season, but also an improvement in the form of Fluid Dynamic Bearing. This feature is said to enable “virtually silent operation at low speeds,” according the company, which also noted a six-year warranty for the product.
Features:
- Wide speed range: 200–3300 rpm
- 0 rpm under 5 % PWM
- Pressure-optimised fans
- NEW: Fluid dynamic bearing
- Maximum smoothness, minimum vibration
- Optimised for use on radiators & heat sinks
- 6 years warranty
ARCTIC on Fluid Dynamic Bearing:
As a special feature, the white version of the P12 Max is equipped with ARCTIC’s proven Hydrodynamic Bearing. This enables the virtually silent operation at low speeds that customers have been asking for. At maximum speed, brute performance is still guaranteed. Although these bearings tend to wear out, ARCTIC does not compromise on durability and still offers the 6-year warranty.
Pricing and availability:
- $14.49 at Amazon at the time of this writing
- Original, black P12 Max also available for $9.99 on Amazon
Press release:
ARCTIC, a leading manufacturer of low-noise PC coolers and components, presents its most powerful 120 mm fan in a white design reminiscent of snow and ice. However, the look is not the only innovation.
With the P12 Max (White), ARCTIC is responding to customer feedback. The high/speed fan offers fans of white PC builds pure performance in a wintry look. As a special feature, the white edition of the P12 Max is equipped with ARCTIC’s proven fluid dynamic bearing. This enables virtually silent operation at low speeds, as demanded by many customers. And the longevity? Still guaranteed, with a manufacturer’s warranty of six years.
The P12 Max (White) is therefore an ideal upgrade for PCs at the start of the year: geared towards high performance, it provides a significant performance boost for existing air- and water-cooling systems and features wide control range and a maximum speed of 3300 rpm.
Source: ARCTIC