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Swiftech Helix 120mm x 25mm Z-Bearing Fan - 1800 RPM (HELIX-120-BW)

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Swiftech Helix 120mm x 25mm Z-Bearing Fan - 1800 RPM (HELIX-120-BW)

Description:
The Swiftech Helix 120mm x 25mm Fan is a great fan for high static pressure needs. These fans sport a 2.25mmH20 static pressure to go along with the 60CFM and minimal 28bd(A) noise rating. These fans are 3-pin powered.

Details:
DetailValue
BindingPersonal Computers
BrandSwiftech
EAN0877790001742
FeatureModel: HELIX-120-BW
Voltage: ~7 - 13VDC
Current: 0.25 A
Speed: 1800 RPM
Volume: 60 CFM
LabelSwiftech
ManufacturerSwiftech
ModelHELIX120BW
MPNHELIX120BW
PublisherSwiftech
SKUSWI-HELIX-120
StudioSwiftech
TitleSwiftech Helix 120mm x 25mm Z-Bearing Fan - 1800 RPM (HELIX-120-BW)
UPC877790001742
Package Height0.3 inches
Package Length6 inches
Package Weight0.5 pounds
Package Width1.9 inches
PartNumberHELIX120BW
ProductGroupPC Accessory
ProductTypeNameCOMPUTER_COMPONENT
UPCList - UPCListElement877790001742
 

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Swiftech Helix 120mm ~ Agreat bang of the the buck fan with fantastic static pressure at a dollar that doesnt hurt the pocket.

review by 1quickchic

I got some of these per recommendation from Duke at performance pcs when I decided it was time to build my Case-Labs TH10A. to be honest I wasn't sure how well of a performer this fan was going to be at a price tag of 7.95, well I was surprised!!!

I also got these because my funds were getting low and I needed 16 more fans for the build so these fit the bill, the only thing I wish they had was an LED option, preferably purple as that is the color theme in my case.

Let me start with the price and value. At 7.95 from performance pcs this fan has the best bang for the buck, they will even sleeve the fan in your choice of color for no additional charge! The fan on paper states it is a static pressure fan that puts out 2.29mm and operates at 1800rpm with a cfm rating of 55. I don't have any test equipment but these fans move a lot of air and not in a all over the place way but in a directed manner. Making this fan a good budget or even otherwise option for most radiators IMO, currently installed on my XT45 480's in push/pull which is totally overkill because I think these fans can do just fine doing push only.
The fan is a 3 pin non pwm fan, however they are attached to my NZXT sentry 3 and operate just fine at the lowest setting running at 800rpm @ 3.2+ with very little noticeable sound. its not dead silent but very quite. It is a 9 blade design which is very similar in looks to gentle typhoons, or EK-Vardars
The fan comes equipped with a "Z" bearing, which I am not sure exactly what it is but according to http://www.xbitlabs.com -http://www.xbitlabs.com/articles/coolers/display/120mm-fan-roundup-4_21.html "The Swiftech Helix 120 runs on a Z-axis sleeve bearing which is something in between ordinary sleeve bearings and fluid dynamic bearings. It has a groove that allows the lubricating liquid to circulate, improving the service life"

In summary; I am very pleased with the Helix-120 Its a very economical fan that easily surpasses many other higher price fans and thanks to performance pcs has options other fans don't as well. It moves a lot of air which makes it fantastic for rads, and with a fan controller it can have its speed lowered to 800rpm from its rated 1800 which makes it a very quite fan. I will definitely be using these fans in my future builds!
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If you are looking at buying these and have some reservation because of the price, don't! IMO you just cant go wrong with these! They may be low price but they aren't cheap!
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I have to thank Duke at performance PC's for recommending these, because if he didn't, I probably wouldn't have bought them and went with some rosewills. Thanks performance-pccs.com for the great customer service, and fast shipping!

Here is a link to the fan on Performance Pc's
http://www.performance-pcs.com/misc-120x25mm-fans/swiftech-helix-120mm-9-blade-z-bearing-fan-1800rpm.html

ProsCons
Static pressure 2.29mm, Price 7.95@PPCS,Sturdy construction,Quiet,low amp draw, no Leds

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Overall5
 
#3 ·
Swiftech Helix 120mm ~ Agreat bang of the the buck fan with fantastic static pressure at a dollar that doesnt hurt the pocket.

review by 1quickchic
I'm glad you like them. We also make these in a PWM version and have them in a 140mm size as well.
 
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