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arko1983
arko1983 Original post #1
May 24, 2013 at 8:08 PM
i am going to buy some cooling case fans.

i have made a list and want some insights on it.

3xPanaflo 120x38mm High Speed FBA12G12H1BX by NMB-MAT
Panaflo 120x38mm High Speed FBA12G12H1BX by NMB-MAT - 120 Millimeter Fans

1xScythe 120x25mm SlipStream SY1225SL12SH - 110 CFM
Scythe 120x25mm SlipStream SY1225SL12SH - 110 CFM - 120 Millimeter Fans

Scythe KM05-BK KAZE MASTER II 5.25in. Fan Controller - Black(for controlling these monsters:cool: )
Scythe KM05-BK KAZE MASTER II 5.25in. Fan Controller - Black - Fan Controllers

3x fangrills

SilverStone Aluminum 5.25-Inch to 3.5-Inch Converter with 120mm Fan CFP51B
Amazon.com: SilverStone Aluminum 5.25-Inch to 3.5-Inch Converter with 120mm Fan CFP51B (Black): Electronics

my case fans have died and i wanted some high performance ones.(rig details in sig case is coolermaster atcs 840)
how are my choices?anyone using high speed fans please give some insight.
My sis will bring these items from us.
harshilsharma63
May 24, 2013 at 8:34 PM
> What is your maximum, budget?

> Do you necessarily need fan grill and controller?
arko1983
May 24, 2013 at 8:57 PM
budget is not fixed but max around 150$
ya i need them cause the fans are super fast to decrease fan noise if required that's y i need the controller .grills r required because lose wires may get ripped to shred or my fingers gets cut etc.they r cheap around 1.25 each
saikiasunny
May 24, 2013 at 11:23 PM
Why do you need such high airflow fans?
As for the fan controller i would suggest you this
NZXT Sentry 2 SEN2-001 5.25" Touch Screen Fan controller for upto 5 Fans - Scan.co.uk
why don't you get some custom fan grills?
The Sorcerer
May 24, 2013 at 11:32 PM
Importing fans? Take a look at these units:
Helix120 BW with PWM Speed control Fan - Rouchon Industries Inc., dba Swiftech - PC Liquid Cooling Systems CPU Cooler VGA Water Block Heatsink Pump Radiator Heat Exchanger Kit

Personally, I would stick with hydro over sleeve. Infact, better off avoiding sleeve bearings. There's also fluid dynamic bearing and ball bearing type you can take a look at, or else grab those corsair performance series fans.
avinandan012
May 24, 2013 at 11:40 PM
^ also check out CM Excalibur
BombayBoy
May 24, 2013 at 11:55 PM
PC Case Mods Store since you are open to importing, check this
arko1983
May 25, 2013 at 12:23 AM
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My cart pic
i am open to options.
custom fan grills will overshoot budget and my pc is dragon themed
gentle typhoons are gentle:mrgreen: need monster:evil:
i also want to use 120 x 38 mm
nzxt touch screen cannot control those fans and i dont like the idea of touchscreen
also buying
MountainMods.com-Fans & Related-Fan Filters-Bitspower 120mm Mesh Fan Filter - UV Red
MountainMods.com-Computer Cases-Parts-Acrylic 5.25 Bay Covers-Mountain Mods Acrylic Triple Bay 120mm fan mount. (red color)
pc case mode store is costly
The Sorcerer
May 25, 2013 at 12:31 AM
^ also check out CM Excalibur

Yeah I have one. Removeable blades. But they seem to operate like how sleeve does, considering you can see the shaft on the remove blade portion. They're noisy on high RPM.
arko1983
arko1983 #11
May 25, 2013 at 1:43 AM
actually i will use controller so that is not a worry i want high speed bcoz used those coolermaster led fans and they suck big time.did not use excaliber but i doubt it will push so much air thats y i opted for 38mm since my case is huge and have enough space.
please suggest fast as i am gonna buy within the next hour.

completed my order check post 9
harshilsharma63
May 25, 2013 at 6:07 AM
Why use controller? Those fans are pwm's and can be controlled through software.
arko1983
arko1983 #13
May 25, 2013 at 11:55 AM
i dont want to risk my motherboard fan headers.
harshilsharma63
May 25, 2013 at 2:14 PM
Get these: Deepcool UF120 - Deepcool: Flipkart.com
arko1983
arko1983 #17
May 25, 2013 at 3:31 PM
bought these items

4xPanaflo 120x38mm High Speed FBA12G12H1BX by NMB-MAT

1xScythe 120x25mm SlipStream SY1225SL12SH - 110 CFM

3x fan grills

1x MountainMods.com-Fans & Related-Fan Filters-Bitspower 120mm Mesh Fan Filter - UV Red
1x MountainMods.com-Computer Cases-Parts-Acrylic 5.25 Bay Covers-Mountain Mods Acrylic Triple Bay 120mm fan mount. (red color)(for front intake)

total cost around 137$ including shipping

some acrylic dragon 120mm fan guard for the front panel and acrylic window for the sides will complete my case build.got hold of some acrylic cutters in kolkata if i have the time will complete it.


high current draw maybe?
correct

my mobo warranty is over its cost was 20k when i bought it.so dont wanna risk it.

specs of the panaflo fan that i bought

Panaflo/NMB-MAT DC Axial fans from Panasonic suit a wide range of applications. Thanks to their unique "Hydro Wave" bearing system, these fans can create a respectable airflow at very low noise level. Best choice when it comes to cooling.
Technical Information:

Rexus SKU Number 25125
Manufacture Panasonic-NMB-MAT
Size/Dimension 120x120x38mm
Mfg.Part number FBA12G12H1BX
Bearing Type Hydro-wave (HWB)
Connector Type 12" Bare wire or attachable 3pin or 4pin tail
RoHS Status RoHS ( Yes )
Voltage-Rated 12V DC
Power-Rated 4.44 W
Speed 2500 RPM ( Hi speed with RPM sensor )
Air Flow 103.8 CFM
Noise 41.5 dBA
MTBF 30,000 hrs
Packing/Weight Bulk - 40pcs/Box, 30 lbs
Blister Retail box - 3pin tailed with 4 screws included
avinandan012
May 26, 2013 at 12:53 AM
please post pics Show off

some serious cooling going there
arko1983
arko1983 #20
May 26, 2013 at 10:45 AM
k will post when i get the items.have to wait 2 months to get them.