// Hardware · PC cooling · Original report 2026-10-10 · Reorganized and checked for this site 2026-10-10
140 mm fan evaluation: noise, static pressure, airflow, and the top 10 recommendations
Quiet fans still need to move air. This note starts with the top 10 recommendations, then uses noise-normalized measurements to show how much airflow and static pressure remain at quiet settings. It ends by bringing radiators, filters, delivered prices in Japan, thickness, controllers, and warranties into one buying guide. Manufacturer specifications, laboratory measurements, price snapshots, and this note’s judgments are labeled separately.
- 27 modelsRepresentative models and key variants
- 11 modelsCybenetics measurements at 25 dBA on one test platform
- 10 modelsTweakers cross-check at 20/25 dBA
- 105Clickable sources
- 12 V, 140 mm axial fans
- Tax-inclusive Japanese prices observed on 2026-10-10
- No products purchased; no measurements performed by the author
- The top 10 reflects this note’s judgment, not a weighted total score
Top 10 picks
The ranking answers one question: If buying in Japan now for close-range use, seeking quiet operation with both static pressure and airflow, which model should you try first? Four factors are considered in order:
- Evidence: Are there independent noise-normalized measurements on the same test platform (Cybenetics, Tweakers, HWCooling)? Models with only manufacturer specifications do not enter the top 10.
- Performance at quiet settings: Airflow and static pressure at 20/25 dBA, followed by obstructed-airflow tests with radiators or filters.
- Availability and price in Japan: Tax-inclusive in-stock prices, scheduled launches, or discontinued sales; unavailable models rank lower.
- Installation and usage requirements: Thickness, proprietary controllers, and warranty service contacts in Japan.
This is an editorial judgment, not a total score obtained by multiplying CFM, mmH₂O, and dBA. Adjacent models often differ by less than the measurement uncertainty. First narrow the field with the scenario table, then return here to compare.
| Rank | Model | Positioning | Thickness | Cybenetics 25 dBA CFM/mmH₂O |
Tweakers 25 dBA m³/h/mmH₂O |
Japanese prices | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | ARCTIC P14 Pro PST | Best overall; value for money | 27 | 61.61/2.72 | 74.57/1.44 | From ¥1,590 | In stock |
| 02 | Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 PWM | Top pick for low-noise airflow | 25 | 73.31/1.62 | 86.22/0.82 | ¥4,720 | In stock |
| 03 | ARCTIC P14 Pro A-RGB | Top pick for lighting | 27 | 62.42/2.86 | — | ¥2,326 | In stock |
| 04 | Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 14 Pro | 25 mm radiator option | 25 | — | 80.86/0.69 | ¥3,418 | In stock |
| 05 | Corsair RS140 MAX | High airflow at low resistance | 30 | 68.65/1.10 | 78.31/0.63 | ¥4,123 | In stock |
| 06 | ARCTIC BioniX P14 A-RGB | ARGB with tidy cabling | 28 | 64.44/2.81 | — | Estimated ¥2,480 | Scheduled for 10/23 |
| 07 | Phanteks T30-140 | Radiator performance ceiling | 30 | — | — | ¥10,088 (third-party seller) | Non-authorized retail channel |
| 08 | be quiet! Silent Wings Pro 4 140mm PWM | Accessories and warranty | 25 | 57.89/1.30 | 72.83/0.77* | ¥4,309 | In stock |
| 09 | Lian Li UNI FAN AL140 V2 | 25 mm ARGB | 25 | — | 74.35/1.32 | ¥4,660 | Limited stock |
| 10 | Lian Li UNI FAN TL 140 | Strong noise-normalized airflow; controller required | 28 | 70.70/1.25 | — | ¥5,480 | Clearance |
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No. 1:ARCTIC P14 Pro PST
Best overall · Value for money · High static pressure · 27 mm
- Cybenetics 25 dBA
- 61.61 CFM/2.72 mmH₂O
- Cybenetics 20 dBA (database)
- 53.69 CFM/2.10 mmH₂O
- Tweakers 25/20 dBA
- 74.57/57.87 m³/h
- Japanese prices
- ¥1,590 (Bic, free shipping); Tsukumo ¥1,449 + shipping
- Thickness
- 27 mm
- Why
- At the same 25 dBA, its shut-off static pressure of 2.72 mmH₂O is 1.68 times G2’s, while airflow is 84% of G2’s. In HWCooling’s noise-normalized thin-radiator tests it leads airflow at 31 and 36 dBA, trading wins with T30-140; Tweakers points in the same direction. The delivered price per fan is about one-third of G2’s, making it especially cost-effective in multi-fan setups.
- Watch out for
- At 27 mm thick, measure the available space before installation. At an extremely quiet 20 dBA, its free airflow ranks in the lower middle of Tweakers’ results; static pressure is its strength. It was louder on HWCooling’s test grille. Cybenetics measured about 0.40 A under shut-off conditions, above the official 0.35 A; leave power headroom when daisy-chaining multiple fans.
Best for: Resistive locations such as filters, radiators, and external fan boxes; multiple fans on a limited budget.
- Cybenetics
- Tweakers
- HWCooling
- In stock in Japan
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No. 2:Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 PWM
Top pick for low-noise airflow · Premium · 25 mm
- Cybenetics 25 dBA
- 73.31 CFM/1.62 mmH₂O
- Cybenetics 20 dBA (database)
- 60.09 CFM/1.10 mmH₂O
- Tweakers 25/20 dBA
- 86.22/74.87 m³/h
- Japanese prices
- ¥4,720 (Tsukumo, single); Sx2-PP twin pack ¥8,481
- Thickness
- 25 mm
- Why
- It leads free airflow at both 20 and 25 dBA on two platforms. Standard 25 mm thickness; 300 rpm at 20% PWM and stops at 0%, giving a broad low-speed adjustment range. HWCooling finds it generally excels at low resistance and performs very well with a nylon filter.
- Watch out for
- It costs about 3 times as much as P14 Pro PST. Shut-off static pressure is not its strength: HWCooling measured about 1–15% less noise-normalized thin-radiator airflow than T30, the P14 Pro series, and TOUGHFAN, with the gap widening at quieter settings. Japanese distributor-channel warranty is 2 years (manufacturer states 6 years); confirm the service route for years 3–6 separately. HWCooling’s plastic filter did not suit it, and some speeds may still produce tones or frame vibration.
Best for: Quiet close-range use, low to medium resistance, and minimal time spent tuning fan curves; use Sx2-PP for side-by-side pairs to reduce beating.
- Cybenetics
- Tweakers
- HWCooling
- In stock in Japan
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No. 3:ARCTIC P14 Pro A-RGB
Top pick with lighting · High static pressure · 27 mm
- Cybenetics 25 dBA
- 62.42 CFM/2.86 mmH₂O
- Cybenetics 20 dBA (database)
- 54.34 CFM/2.14 mmH₂O
- Japanese prices
- ¥2,326 (Tsukumo; ¥550 shipping when bought alone)
- Thickness
- 27 mm
- Why
- Its 25 dBA results on the same platform are in the same class as P14 Pro PST, with differences within measurement uncertainty. Shut-off static pressure of 2.86 mmH₂O is the highest of the 11 models. In stock in Japan.
- Watch out for
- Lighting and price are the main differences from No. 1; PWM control works normally without connecting ARGB. LEDs separately draw 5 V, 0.40 A. P14 Pro Reverse A-RGB has different blades, so its data cannot be substituted.
Best for: A windowed case where you want lighting without sacrificing static pressure.
- Cybenetics
- In stock in Japan
Sources S05 S56 S57 S66 · Full specifications
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No. 4:Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 14 Pro
25 mm radiator option · Mid-priced · Inspect on arrival
- Tweakers 25/20 dBA
- 80.86/71.31 m³/h
- Japanese prices
- ¥3,418 (Sofmap, free shipping); Bic ¥3,760
- Thickness
- 25 mm
- Why
- Tweakers places its free airflow second only to G2 at 25 dBA and third at 20 dBA. In HWCooling’s noise-normalized thin-radiator tests it belongs in the same group as T30 and the P14 Pro series, clearly above G2. 25 mm thick, with a 5-year manufacturer warranty.
- Watch out for
- HWCooling found sample variation: most were very quiet, but some clicked noticeably in certain orientations. Listen at low speed in the intended orientation after delivery. Tweakers measured relatively low shut-off static pressure; there is no Cybenetics data. Do not confuse it with EX14 Pro, which has interchangeable blades.
Best for: Radiators with room for only 25 mm, with a budget between P14 Pro and G2.
- Tweakers
- HWCooling
- In stock in Japan
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No. 5:Corsair RS140 MAX
High airflow at low resistance · 30 mm
- Cybenetics 25 dBA
- 68.65 CFM/1.10 mmH₂O
- Cybenetics 20 dBA (database)
- 57.10 CFM/0.79 mmH₂O
- Tweakers 25/20 dBA
- 78.31/73.24 m³/h
- Japanese prices
- ¥4,123 (Tsukumo, free shipping)
- Thickness
- 30 mm
- Why
- Cybenetics measured 68.65 CFM of free airflow at 25 dBA, third among 11 models. Tweakers’ 73.24 m³/h at 20 dBA is close to G2’s 74.87. Standard 4-pin PWM.
- Watch out for
- Its shut-off static pressure is among the lowest in the same-platform group (1.10 mmH₂O), making it unsuitable for dense filters or thick radiators. It is 30 mm thick. The name is easily confused with RS140 and RS140 II. The Japanese distributor lists the twin pack as discontinued; verify the single pack separately.
Best for: Large front intake openings, no filter or a sparse grille, and high airflow at low noise.
- Cybenetics
- Tweakers
- In stock in Japan
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No. 6:ARCTIC BioniX P14 A-RGB
ARGB with tidy cabling · High static pressure · 28 mm · Launches 10/23
- Cybenetics 25 dBA
- 64.44 CFM/2.81 mmH₂O
- Cybenetics 20 dBA (database)
- 52.98 CFM/2.05 mmH₂O
- Japanese prices
- Estimated ¥2,480 (single) / ¥6,580 (three-pack)
- Thickness
- 28 mm
- Why
- Its 25 dBA figures are in the same class as the P14 Pro series. HWCooling already has independent obstacle and acoustic tests. Bridge Modules connect the frames for easier cable management.
- Watch out for
- Japanese launch is scheduled for 2026-10-23; the price is the distributor’s estimate. It is 28 mm thick. The official site gives two minimum speeds, 400 and 450 rpm. Bridge Cable is included only with the three-pack. HWCooling’s test grille produced a peak around 340 Hz. Do not confuse it with the older BioniX P140.
Best for: Lighting and tidy wiring, if you can wait for launch.
- Cybenetics
- HWCooling
- Scheduled launch
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No. 7:Phanteks T30-140
Radiator performance ceiling · 30 mm · Japanese availability unconfirmed
- HWCooling thin radiator
- Top airflow at 33/39 dBA: 52.09/63.38 m³/h
- Japanese prices
- Not found at major Japanese retailers; Amazon.co.jp third-party seller ¥10,088 (not identified as an authorized distributor)
- Thickness
- 30 mm
- Why
- In HWCooling’s obstructed tests, it leads thin-radiator airflow at 33, 39, and 42 dBA and at full speed, as well as nylon-filter airflow at 33 dBA. Its lead over P14 Pro and TOUGHFAN is only a few percentage points; at 31 and 33 dBA it moves about 15% more air than G2. Three official modes (Advanced/Performance/Hybrid), with a 6-year warranty.
- Watch out for
- 30 mm thick, drawing up to 0.56 A per fan. The test grille produced a 360 Hz tone around 700 rpm, with more pronounced vibration above roughly 1100 rpm. No noise-normalized figures from Cybenetics or Tweakers. Major Japanese retailers do not list it; third-party sellers charge about six times P14 Pro PST’s price, and warranty service is unclear.
Best for: Enough space, radiator or filter performance as the priority, and willingness to source it yourself.
- HWCooling
- Japanese retail availability unconfirmed
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No. 8:be quiet! Silent Wings Pro 4 140mm PWM
25 mm · Interchangeable mounting corners · 5-year Japanese warranty
- Cybenetics 25 dBA
- 57.89 CFM/1.30 mmH₂O
- Cybenetics 20 dBA (database)
- 50.55 CFM/1.02 mmH₂O
- Tweakers 25/20 dBA (Medium mode)
- 72.83/63.59 m³/h
- Japanese prices
- ¥4,309 (Sofmap, free shipping)
- Thickness
- 25 mm
- Why
- 25 mm, a three-position maximum-speed switch, interchangeable case/radiator mounting corners, and a 5-year Japanese retail-channel warranty. Both platforms have noise-normalized measurements; its figures sit in the lower middle, steady but not outstanding.
- Watch out for
- Neither noise-normalized airflow nor static pressure leads, yet the price approaches G2’s. The minimum continuous speed and PWM stop threshold are not published.
Best for: Systems prioritizing mounting flexibility, Japanese warranty support, and a consistent appearance.
- Cybenetics
- Tweakers
- In stock in Japan
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No. 9:Lian Li UNI FAN AL140 V2
25 mm ARGB · Frame-to-frame connection · Good noise-normalized static pressure
- Tweakers 25/20 dBA
- 74.35/60.20 m³/h
- Japanese prices
- ¥4,660 (Sofmap, black, while stocks last)
- Thickness
- 25 mm
- Why
- Tweakers measured shut-off static pressure of 1.32 mmH₂O at 25 dBA, second only to P14 Pro PST, with airflow also in the leading group. At 25 mm thick, the single pack connects directly to motherboard 4-pin PWM and ARGB headers.
- Watch out for
- Only Tweakers provides noise-normalized data. Warranty is 2 years, and some Japanese retailers already mark it discontinued, with limited remaining stock. The official Input Power of 6.32 W does not separate motor and LEDs. AL120 V2 is 28 mm thick; do not mix up the dimensions.
Best for: ARGB with room for only 25 mm, without adding a controller.
- Tweakers
- Japan status to be confirmed
Sources S09 S38 S99 · Full specifications
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No. 10:Lian Li UNI FAN TL 140
Strong noise-normalized airflow · Proprietary controller required · 144 mm outer width
- Cybenetics 25 dBA
- 70.70 CFM/1.25 mmH₂O
- Cybenetics 20 dBA (database)
- 58.97 CFM/0.93 mmH₂O
- Japanese prices
- ¥5,480 (Tsukumo, white, clearance price)
- Thickness
- 28 mm
- Why
- Cybenetics measured 70.70 CFM of free airflow at 25 dBA, second only to G2 among the 11 models, and it also ranks second at 20 dBA (database). The original report omitted this same-platform data; it entered the ranking only after this site added it.
- Watch out for
- Requires a compatible TL controller (with separate power and internal USB), not included in the 140 mm single pack. Frame dimensions are 144 × 140 × 28 mm, with a 3-year warranty. Clearance has started in Japan; later, only TL Wireless may remain (also requires a controller). This is not TL LCD.
Best for: Already using the Lian Li controller ecosystem, with a case that accommodates the 144 mm frame.
- Cybenetics
- Controller required
Sources S90 S87 S39 S100 · Full specifications
Not selected, but worth knowing
- ARCTIC P14 Max: Cybenetics 25 dBA gives 63.91 CFM/1.70 mmH₂O, and Tweakers 25 dBA airflow is 78.57 m³/h—respectable figures, but the Japanese distributor lists it as discontinued. Keep using one you already own; for a new purchase, look for P14 Pro first.[S04 S09 S76]
- ARCTIC P14 Pro PST CO: Dual ball bearings, marketed for continuous operation. Tweakers measured 51.17 m³/h at 20 dBA, below the standard FDB version’s 57.87. The CO name earns no extra credit when quietness is the priority.[S10 S54]
- Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 LS-PWM: Up to 800 rpm, manufacturer-rated 11.4 dBA. Maximum airflow is only 48.03 CFM, suited to near-silent, low-load locations.[S53]
- Noctua NF-A14x25r G2 (round frame): Cybenetics 25 dBA gives 74.35 CFM/1.64 mmH₂O, slightly above the square-frame version, but its 138 mm round frame and 105 mm mounting-hole spacing cannot seal a square radiator mount.[S92 S85]
- Sudokoo MACH140: In stock in Japan at ¥5,080, with manufacturer-rated static pressure of 5.91 mmH₂O. Without noise-normalized loaded measurements, the specifications cannot establish it as the quietest option.[S58 S70]
- be quiet! Silent Wings 4 140 HS: Mid-pack at 25 dBA in Tweakers, but only 47.86 CFM/0.89 mmH₂O at 25 dBA in Cybenetics; the two platforms disagree.[S09 S89]
- MEGACOOL 140、industrialPPC-3000、Shark Force 140: Very high maximum output, but MEGACOOL delivers only 56.92 CFM/0.60 mmH₂O at 25 dBA. Useful as an upper-limit reference, not the first choice for quiet operation.[S44 S59 S41]
Quick picks by scenario
The same fan performs differently under different resistance. Find your scenario first, then look at the suggested first candidate and alternatives.
| Need | Try first | Then compare | Key considerations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buying now, every yen matters, and it needs to overcome a filter | #1 P14 Pro PST | #3 P14 Pro A-RGB, #6 BioniX | Build the temperature curve from low speeds, keeping 2500 rpm in reserve for high loads. |
| Less time tuning noise, with high airflow even at low noise | #2 G2 | #5 RS140 MAX, #10 TL 140 | Leads airflow at both 20/25 dBA; standard 25 mm thickness, with speeds down to 300 rpm. |
| Radiator or dense filter, with enough space | #7 T30-140 | #4 TOUGHFAN 14 Pro, #2 G2 | Supported by obstructed-airflow measurements; check clearance for 30 mm and verify Japanese availability yourself. |
| Radiator limited to 25 mm, with a budget between P14 Pro and G2 | #4 TOUGHFAN 14 Pro | #2 G2 | Listen for clicking at low speed after delivery; do not assume every sample has the same sound character. |
| Lighting plus strong static pressure | #3 P14 Pro A-RGB | #6 BioniX | BioniX launches only on 10/23 and is 28 mm thick, but its bridge connections simplify cabling. |
| Low-resistance intake (no filter, large openings), high airflow at low noise | #5 RS140 MAX | #2 G2 | 30 mm; shut-off static pressure is not its strength. Do not confuse it with RS140 or RS140 II. |
| Interchangeable mounting corners and straightforward Japanese warranty service | #8 Silent Wings Pro 4 | #2 G2 | Noise-normalized figures are not the strongest; you are buying the accessories, modes, and warranty. |
| Already in the Lian Li ecosystem | #10 TL 140 | #9 AL140 V2 | TL requires a proprietary controller; AL V2 can connect directly to the motherboard. |
| 24-hour continuous operation, with some extra noise acceptable | P14 Pro PST CO (outside the top 10) | #1 P14 Pro PST | Dual ball bearings; less airflow at low noise than the FDB version. |
| DIY or external fan box | Two fans #1 P14 Pro PST+ independent speed control | #2 G2 Sx2-PP twin pack | Address mounting and intake clearance first; see Fan-box troubleshooting. |
Understand the metrics before choosing
- Intake grille/filterUses up some pressure first; too close to the blades, it also increases noise.
- FanProvides airflow and pressure differential at a given speed according to its P–Q curve.
- Radiator/heat sourceHigher resistance moves the operating point toward lower airflow and higher pressure differential.
- OutletThe flow here actually removes heat—not the free-airflow figure printed on the box.
| Quantity | Unit and meaning | Useful for answering | Limitations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free airflow Qmax | CFM or m³/h; volume of air passing per unit time | Air-moving capacity in open, low-resistance conditions | An endpoint near zero pressure differential; usually decreases once a filter is fitted. |
| Maximum static pressure Pmax | mmH₂O or Pa; the pressure differential it can establish | Ability to overcome resistance and clues to curve shape | An endpoint near zero flow; high Pmax does not guarantee the highest airflow through a radiator. |
| Noise-normalized performance | Airflow, pressure, or obstructed airflow at a fixed dBA | Closest to “quiet, yet powerful” | Requires the same measurement platform; whether noise is recalibrated after adding obstacles also matters. |
| Sound character and vibration | Spectrum (Hz), tones, speed fluctuations, frame vibration | Why some fans are more annoying at the same dBA | A single dBA value cannot reveal ticking, whine, beating, or enclosure resonance. |
Conversions: 1 CFM = 1.69901 m³/h; 1 mmH₂O = 9.80665 Pa. Manufacturer airflow, static pressure, and noise are usually measured under different conditions. Do not turn CFM × mmH₂O ÷ dBA into a total score: dBA is logarithmic, and the two aerodynamic maxima do not occur simultaneously.
The resistance of a case, radiator, and filter can be plotted as a system curve. Its intersection with the fan’s P–Q curve is the actual operating point (see P–Q and operating points). This note therefore prioritizes same-platform measurements; manufacturer specifications serve only to check limits, dimensions, and electrical compatibility.[S95 S08]
At the same 25 dBA: the key figures that can truly be compared side by side
Cybenetics first finds the speed that produces 25 dBA in a semi-anechoic chamber (about 6 dBA background noise, microphone at a perpendicular distance of 1 m and 30–45° to the horizontal axis), then measures airflow and shut-off static pressure in the same Long Win LW-9266 wind tunnel. This measures aerodynamic capability at equal noise, not “still 25 dBA with a radiator installed,” and these are not measurements performed by this site.[S08]
The original report included only 7 models. This site rechecked the same laboratory’s data and added reports for UNI FAN TL 140, MEGACOOL, P14 PWM PST, and Silent Wings 4 140 HS, bringing the total to 11.[S87 S88 S89 S90 S44]
G2 leads, followed closely by TL 140 and RS140 MAX. This ranking applies only to Cybenetics’ acoustic reference and cannot be transferred to another wind tunnel’s dBA scale.
The ARCTIC P14 Pro series and BioniX lead clearly, forming the group best able to overcome filter and radiator resistance at the same quietness.
| Model/mode | 25 dBA airflow CFM | 25 dBA static pressure mmH₂O | 20 dBA airflow/static pressure | 25 dBA speed rpm | Index: airflow/static pressure | Report |
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| Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 | 73.31124.6 m³/h | 1.62 | 60.09/1.10 | 1221 | 100.0/100.0 | [S01] |
| Lian Li UNI FAN TL 140Added by this site | 70.70120.1 m³/h | 1.25 | 58.97/0.93 | 1335 | 96.4/77.2 | [S90] |
| Corsair RS140 MAX | 68.65116.6 m³/h | 1.10 | 57.10/0.79 | 1158 | 93.6/67.9 | [S02] |
| ARCTIC BioniX P14 A-RGB | 64.44109.5 m³/h | 2.81 | 52.98/2.05 | 1474 | 87.9/173.5 | [S03] |
| ARCTIC P14 Max | 63.91108.6 m³/h | 1.70 | 49.12/1.10 | 1622 | 87.2/104.9 | [S04] |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro A-RGB | 62.42106.1 m³/h | 2.86 | 54.34/2.14 | 1515 | 85.1/176.5 | [S05] |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro PST | 61.61104.7 m³/h | 2.72 | 53.69/2.10 | 1485 | 84.0/167.9 | [S06] |
| be quiet! Silent Wings Pro 4 140mm(UHS) | 57.8998.4 m³/h | 1.30 | 50.55/1.02 | 1457 | 79.0/80.2 | [S07] |
| Super Flower MEGACOOL 140mm(Mid Speed)Added by this site | 56.9296.7 m³/h | 0.60 | 45.93/0.39 | 1007 | 77.6/37.0 | [S44] |
| ARCTIC P14 PWM PSTAdded by this site | 55.1993.8 m³/h | 1.29 | 46.51/0.95 | 1415 | 75.3/79.6 | [S88] |
| be quiet! Silent Wings 4 140mm High-SpeedAdded by this site | 47.8681.3 m³/h | 0.89 | 44.95/0.77 | 1330 | 65.3/54.9 | [S89] |
Large gaps may justify spending more or choosing another model
G2’s free airflow is 19.0% higher than P14 Pro PST’s; P14 Pro PST’s shut-off static pressure is 67.9% higher than G2’s. Compared with P14 Max, P14 Pro PST has 3.6% less airflow but 60.0% more static pressure.
Small gaps should not be forced into winners and losers
BioniX and P14 Pro A-RGB differ by only 2.02 CFM/0.05 mmH₂O. Expanded uncertainty in this airflow range is about ±4 CFM and about ±0.069 mmH₂O for static pressure. Treat these models as the same class, then consider price, thickness, and control method.
The Cybenetics report for P14 PWM PST lists manufacturer information as a Rifle bearing and 140 × 140 × 30 mm, differing from ARCTIC’s current official FDB and 27 mm specifications. This may reflect an earlier revision or a registration discrepancy and is for reference only. The 20 dBA fields appear only in the official database; individual report pages list only 25 dBA. The round-frame NF-A14x25r G2 records 74.35 CFM/1.64 mmH₂O in that database, but its 105 mm mounting-hole spacing prevents substitution for the square-frame version.[S88 S87 S92]
The cost of maximum output: extrema from the same laboratory
| Model | Maximum airflow CFM | Maximum static pressure mmH₂O | Maximum noise dBA | Maximum speed rpm |
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| Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 | 94.59 | 2.51 | 32.4 | 1507 |
| Lian Li UNI FAN TL 140 | 95.34 | 2.15 | 33.6 | 1775 |
| Corsair RS140 MAX | 100.28 | 2.20 | 34.7 | 1600 |
| ARCTIC BioniX P14 A-RGB | 108.85 | 5.73 | 39.5 | 2445 |
| ARCTIC P14 Max | 113.70 | 4.11 | 40.5 | 2783 |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro A-RGB | 102.63 | 4.92 | 39.2 | 2479 |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro PST | 103.78 | 5.11 | 39.0 | 2459 |
| be quiet! Silent Wings Pro 4 140mm(UHS) | 100.57 | 3.27 | 39.4 | 2419 |
| Super Flower MEGACOOL 140mm(Mid Speed) | 148.41 | 3.87 | 49.4 | 2320 |
| ARCTIC P14 PWM PST | 71.90 | 1.96 | 31.9 | 1769 |
| be quiet! Silent Wings 4 140mm High-Speed | 80.58 | 2.03 | 35.7 | 2036 |
High-output fans can be very quiet at low speed, but full speed still carries a noise cost. Maximum static pressure sometimes occurs at 90% rather than 100%, so these extrema are not treated as one full-speed condition. Maximum speed comes from Section D and differs from measured loaded speeds in the P–Q sweep. The chart’s range lines are expanded uncertainty (k=2) calculated using the source formula; they do not represent retail sample variation or failure rates. This note has not used overlapping intervals for formal significance testing.[S01 S02 S03 S04 S05 S06 S07 S08]
Another measurement system supports the main trend, but absolute values must not be mixed
Tweakers measures noise 50 cm from the intake side (about 12 dBA room background, consistent measurement floor of 14 dBA). It measures airflow with an open 1.5 m-long, 15 cm-inner-diameter duct and static pressure with the duct closed. Its method differs from Cybenetics, so this table compares only within the same platform and cross-checks a quieter 20 dBA setting. P14 Pro/CO come from a later article on the same platform. Silent Wings Pro 4 is in Medium mode here, not the UHS mode in the previous section.[S11 S09 S10]
| Model/mode | 25 dBA airflow m³/h | 25 dBA static pressure mmH₂O | 20 dBA airflow m³/h | 20 dBA static pressure mmH₂O | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 PWM | 86.22 | 0.82 | 74.87 | 0.60 | [S09] |
| Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 14 Pro | 80.86 | 0.69 | 71.31 | 0.54 | [S09] |
| ARCTIC P14 Max | 78.57 | 1.03 | 65.76 | 0.74 | [S09] |
| Corsair RS140 MAX | 78.31 | 0.63 | 73.24 | 0.53 | [S09] |
| be quiet! Silent Wings 4 140 HS | 75.71 | 0.76 | 59.87 | 0.51 | [S09] |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro PST | 74.57 | 1.44 | 57.87 | 0.93 | [S10] |
| Lian Li UNI FAN AL140 V2 | 74.35 | 1.32 | 60.20 | 0.88 | [S09] |
| be quiet! Silent Wings Pro 4(Medium) | 72.83 | 0.77 | 63.59 | 0.59 | [S09] |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro PST CO | 70.26 | 1.27 | 51.17 | 0.79 | [S10] |
| ARCTIC P14 PWM PST | 60.71 | 0.70 | 36.68 | 0.38 | [S09] |
- At 25 dBA, G2’s airflow of 86.22 m³/h is 15.6% higher than P14 Pro’s 74.57; P14 Pro’s static pressure of 1.44 is 75.6% higher than G2’s 0.82. This matches Cybenetics’ direction.
- At 20 dBA, RS140 MAX’s 73.24 m³/h approaches G2’s 74.87. P14 Pro’s airflow falls to the lower middle, while static pressure remains first. Check this column for extremely quiet settings.
- P14 Pro PST CO (dual ball bearing) does not excel at low-noise test points. Choose the standard FDB version first if quietness is the priority.
- An example of disagreement: Silent Wings 4 140 HS is mid-pack at 25 dBA in Tweakers, but lowest among 11 models at 25 dBA in Cybenetics (47.86 CFM/0.89 mmH₂O). With conflicting conclusions, this note excludes it from the top 10.
For the same G2, the manufacturer specifies maximum noise of 24.8 dBA, Cybenetics measures a maximum of 32.4 dBA, and Tweakers measures 43.1 dBA at full speed. Environments, distances, angles, and methods differ. Subtracting these values cannot establish inflated specifications, and manufacturer dBA figures from different brands are not a fair comparison.[S18 S01 S09]
Who has stronger evidence with a real filter or radiator installed?
HWCooling tests with nylon filters, plastic filters, grilles, and thin/thick radiators, retuning to the target noise level for each obstacle. Its 31–45 dBA scale is a dedicated reference using a 15 cm distance and a parabolic sensitivity-enhancing reflector; it is not desk-distance noise.[S73 S74]
| Model | 31 dBA | 33 dBA | 36 dBA | 39 dBA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phanteks T30-140 | 41.82 | 52.09 | 59.02 | 63.38 |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro PST(rev. 1) | 42.34 | 50.03 | 59.27 | 62.35 |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro A-RGB(rev. 1) | 41.57 | 51.06 | 57.48 | 62.86 |
| Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 14 Pro | 40.28 | 50.29 | 58.50 | 62.86 |
| Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 PWM | 36.18 | 45.16 | 54.40 | 61.58 |
This table best illustrates differences in overcoming radiator resistance quietly: T30-140, the P14 Pro series, and TOUGHFAN 14 Pro trade wins within a few percentage points. G2 trails by about 10–15% at 31 dBA; the gap narrows to 1–3% only at 39 dBA.[S96]
| Candidate | Observed strengths | Counterexamples and limitations | Buying judgment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phanteks T30-140 | Highest thin-radiator airflow at 33, 39, and 42 dBA and at full speed; also highest with a nylon filter at 33 dBA. | Most leads over P14 Pro and TOUGHFAN are single-digit percentages. Around 700 rpm, the test grille produces a 360 Hz tone; vibration is more pronounced above about 1100 rpm. | A first-round candidate for premium radiator setups; not first with every obstacle.[S12 S96] |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro PST | Highest thin-radiator airflow at 31 and 36 dBA. Measured maximum static pressure is about 10.8% above the official 5.20 mmH₂O. No vibration measurable below about 1100 rpm. | Louder on the test grille; more vibration at maximum speed. | The most convincing in-stock value candidate for multi-fan setups and fan boxes.[S14 S96] |
| Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 14 Pro | Noise-normalized thin-radiator airflow belongs in the same group as T30 and the P14 Pro series; it placed ahead of G2 in the radiator comparison during G2’s review. | Large sample variation: most are very quiet, but some click noticeably in certain orientations. | A high-performance 25 mm alternative available in Japan; check its sound in the actual mounting orientation on arrival.[S96 S13 S97] |
| Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 | Generally excels at low resistance; very good with a nylon filter; well-rounded low-speed acoustics. | Noise-normalized thin-radiator airflow trails the models above by about 1–15% (largest gap at 31 dBA). HWCooling’s plastic filter did not suit it; vibration rises around 1120 rpm, with tonal peaks at 100–200 Hz. | Still a strong overall choice if you will pay for high airflow at low resistance and refined low-speed operation.[S13 S96] |
| ARCTIC BioniX P14 A-RGB | Independent obstacle and acoustic tests already exist; this is not a new product backed only by official specifications. | A tonal peak around 340 Hz on the test grille; Japan must wait for the scheduled launch. | Well worth considering if you need ARGB and tidy cabling and can wait.[S15] |
The thin radiator is EK CoolStream SE 140 (28 mm, 22 FPI); the thick one is Alphacool NexXxoS XT45 v2 (45 mm, more widely spaced fins). In HWCooling’s data, airflow through the thick radiator is about 5–15% lower than through the thin one. Both thickness and fin density affect resistance; neither should be considered alone.[S74]
Japanese prices: consider delivered cost and sales-channel status
The following retail pages and announcements were read on 2026-10-10 (Japan time). Prices are in yen including tax; no checkout was completed, and these are not claimed to be Japan’s lowest prices. Points are not treated as cash discounts. Free shipping refers to standard delivery; remote islands and other exceptions follow retailer policies.
| Model/package | Retailer | Quantity | Item price | Per fan | Shipping | Status | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 PWM (brown, single)NF-A14X25-G2-PWM | Tsukumo | 1 fan | ¥4,720 | ¥4,720 | Free shipping | Available | [S60] |
| Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 PWM Sx2-PP (brown, twin pack)NF-A14x25 G2 PWM Sx2-PP | Tsukumo | 2 fans | ¥8,481 | ¥4,240.50 | Free shipping | Available | [S61] |
| Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 PWM chromax.black (black, single)NF-A14x25-G2-PWM-CH-BK | Tsukumo | 1 fan | ¥5,980 | ¥5,980 | Free shipping | Out of stock | [S62] |
| Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 PWM Sx2-PP chromax.black (black, twin pack)NF-A14x25-G2-PWM-SX2-PP-CH-BK | Tsukumo | 2 fans | ¥10,881 | ¥5,440.50 | Free shipping | Available | [S63] |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro PST (black)ACFAN00314A | Tsukumo | 1 fan | ¥1,449 | ¥1,449 | ¥550 | Available | [S64] |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro PST (black)ACFAN00314A | Bic Camera | 1 fan | ¥1,590 | ¥1,590 | Free shipping | Available | [S65] |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro A-RGB (black)ACFAN00315A | Tsukumo | 1 fan | ¥2,326 | ¥2,326 | ¥550 | Available | [S66] |
| be quiet! Silent Wings Pro 4 140 mm PWMBL099 | Sofmap | 1 fan | ¥4,309 | ¥4,309 | Free shipping | Available | [S67] |
| Corsair RS140 MAX Single PackCO-9050174-WW | Tsukumo | 1 fan | ¥4,123 | ¥4,123 | Free shipping | Available | [S68] |
| Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 14 ProCL-F140-PL14BL-A | Sofmap | 1 fan | ¥3,418 | ¥3,418 | Free shipping | Available | [S98] |
| Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 14 ProCL-F140-PL14BL-A | Bic Camera | 1 fan | ¥3,760 | ¥3,760 | Free shipping | Available | [S69] |
| Lian Li UNI FAN AL140 V2 (black, single)AL140-1B V2 | Sofmap | 1 fan | ¥4,660 | ¥4,660 | Free shipping | While stocks last | [S99] |
| Lian Li UNI FAN TL 140 (white, single)UF-TL140-1W | Tsukumo | 1 fan | ¥5,480 | ¥5,480 | Free shipping | While stocks last (clearance price) | [S100] |
| Sudokoo MACH 140 BLACKMACH140-BK | Ark | 1 fan | ¥5,080 | ¥5,080 | Free shipping | Available | [S70] |
| ARCTIC BioniX P14 A-RGB (black, single)ACFAN00339A | Japanese launch announcement / Scythe distributor | 1 fan | ¥2,480 | ¥2,480 | Undetermined | Scheduled launch | [S71] |
| ARCTIC BioniX P14 A-RGB (white, single)ACFAN00340A | Japanese launch announcement / Scythe distributor | 1 fan | ¥2,480 | ¥2,480 | Undetermined | Scheduled launch | [S71] |
| ARCTIC BioniX P14 A-RGB (black, three-pack)ACFAN00341A | Japanese launch announcement / Scythe distributor | 3 fans | ¥6,580 | ¥2,193.33 | Undetermined | Scheduled launch | [S71] |
| ARCTIC BioniX P14 A-RGB (white, three-pack)ACFAN00342A | Japanese launch announcement / Scythe distributor | 3 fans | ¥6,580 | ¥2,193.33 | Undetermined | Scheduled launch | [S71] |
BioniX P14 A-RGB has not launched in Japan yet. The distributor announces Friday, 2026-10-23, with black/white singles at ¥2,480 and three-packs at ¥6,580 (about ¥2,193 per fan). These are estimated market prices, not in-stock quotes. No reliable in-stock price from a major Japanese retailer was found for EX14 Pro or some Phanteks models in this survey.[S71 S75 S76]
The cheapest retailer changes between single and multi-fan purchases
| Quantity | Tsukumo (items + shipping) | Bic Camera | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 fan | ¥1,449+550=¥1,999 | ¥1,590 | Bic |
| 2 fans | ¥2,898+550=¥3,448 | ¥3,180 | Bic |
| 3 fans | ¥4,347 | ¥4,770 | Tsukumo |
| 4 fans | ¥5,796 | ¥6,360 | Tsukumo |
2 P14 Pro PST fans: Bic ¥3,180; Tsukumo ¥3,448 including shipping—Bic is cheaper. 2 brown NF-A14x25 G2 fans: ¥8,481.
Arithmetic uses only the prices above; G2 combines Sx2-PP twin packs and singles. The two Sx2-PP fans have a paired speed offset of about ±25 rpm and are not two identical standard versions. This is not a performance comparison at equal total noise.[S77 S64 S65 S60 S61]
Availability and model-name pitfalls
- All prices are observations from tax-inclusive pages; no checkout, purchase, or stock reservation was made. Bic Camera and Yodobashi rejected connections during this site’s recheck, so the two Bic prices were checked against retailer listings on a price-comparison site, with matching figures.
- Tsukumo: ¥550 shipping below ¥3,300 including tax (also for remote islands), with another ¥550 for cash on delivery; some items are excluded from free shipping. Sofmap’s P14 Pro PST price and shipping rules match Tsukumo’s, but free shipping excludes Hokkaido and some remote areas.
- Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 14 Pro: both Sofmap and Tsukumo charge ¥3,418, ¥342 below the original report’s Bic price of ¥3,760. This is not TOUGHFAN EX14 Pro.[S98]
- Phanteks T30-140: not listed by Tsukumo, Ark, Dospara, PC Koubou, or Sofmap. Amazon.co.jp has only third-party sellers (single ¥10,088, three-pack ¥26,501), with no authorized-distributor indication, so it is excluded from the main table.[S101]
- Lian Li UNI FAN AL140 V2: Sofmap black ¥4,660 (while stocks last), white ¥4,780; Tsukumo out of stock, Ark marked discontinued.[S99]
- Lian Li UNI FAN TL 140: Tsukumo white ¥5,480, marked clearance and while stocks last. The older TL 140 is 144 × 140 × 28 mm; the single pack lacks a compatible controller, and the official documentation says it cannot run without one. TL Wireless is 142 × 140 × 28 mm, and its 140 mm single pack also requires a separately purchased controller.[S100 S39]
- be quiet! Silent Wings 4 140 HS (BL097): Amazon.co.jp direct sales in stock at ¥4,020; Sofmap ¥3,980 in limited quantities; PC Koubou ¥3,980 + ¥660 shipping (ships about two weeks after order); Tsukumo ¥3,280, out of stock.
- Corsair RS140 MAX: Tsukumo marks the twin pack (¥8,500) as discontinued; singles remain in stock. Corsair RS140 (first generation, CO-9050190-WW): Tsukumo ¥2,180 but out of stock. It is neither RS140 MAX nor the 2026 RS140 II.
- ARCTIC P14 Max: Japanese distributor Scythe lists both black and white as discontinued; Ark marks them discontinued too. This is the Japanese distributor’s supply status, not proof of worldwide discontinuation. Phanteks D30-140 was found only in a cross-border preorder listing (about ¥30,600 for 3), with insufficient sourcing and warranty information.
How to judge value: separate capability, noise, and cost
| Model | Delivered single-fan price | CFM/¥1,000 | 25 dBA CFM | 25 dBA mmH₂O |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARCTIC P14 Pro PST | ¥1,590Bic, free shipping | 38.7 | 61.61 | 2.72 |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro A-RGB | ¥2,876Tsukumo, shipping included | 21.7 | 62.42 | 2.86 |
| Corsair RS140 MAX | ¥4,123Tsukumo, free shipping | 16.7 | 68.65 | 1.10 |
| Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 | ¥4,720Tsukumo, free shipping | 15.5 | 73.31 | 1.62 |
| be quiet! Silent Wings Pro 4 140mm(UHS) | ¥4,309Sofmap, free shipping | 13.4 | 57.89 | 1.30 |
At single-fan prices, P14 Pro PST offers about 2.5 times G2’s free airflow per purchase cost. But if one mounting position must move more air at fixed noise, G2’s airflow headroom still has value. With enough space, more inexpensive fans can increase cross-sectional area, but total noise, actual resistance, and power must be reassessed. You cannot simply add single-fan airflow figures at 25 dBA and claim the result is equally quiet.
Suggested evaluation order
- Eliminate options that will not fit, connect, or can’t be bought: Frame thickness, mounting-hole spacing, controllers, and authorized supply are hard requirements.
- Then compare airflow at equal noise with the same obstacle: Without obstructed-airflow data, endpoints are only screening clues, not radiator conclusions.
- Check low-speed sound character and resonance: High-pitched tones, beating, and enclosure vibration often affect use more than a few CFM of difference.
- Compare total ownership cost: Delivered price, hubs, spacers, controllers, replaceability, and warranty service in Japan.
| Category | Worth retaining | Main trade-offs |
|---|---|---|
| Highest specifications and extreme output | MEGACOOL、industrialPPC-3000、Shark Force 140 | Speed, current, and high-load noise rise sharply; maximum air-moving capacity is useful as an upper-limit reference. |
| Premium practical options | G2、T30-140、Silent Wings Pro 4、TOUGHFAN 14 Pro | High prices, with differences in speed range, sound, thickness, and accessories. Brand alone does not establish a winner. |
| Value for money | P14 Pro PST; existing P14 Max and P14 fans can still be evaluated | Buying in-stock Pro models in Japan is easier than hunting old Max stock. If an installed older fan’s cooling and sound are satisfactory, a ranking alone is no reason to replace it. |
| ARGB and cable management | P14 Pro A-RGB、BioniX、AL140 V2、TL 140、D30-140 | Can be highly competitive aerodynamically; include frame thickness, proprietary controllers, cables, and LED power draw in the assessment. |
| Additional newer models | RS140 II、MACH140、Momentum 14、F140P B2 | Included in the specifications and candidate pool. No consistent noise-normalized figures were found in this review, so no firm ranking is forced. |
Why high static pressure does not guarantee radiator performance: a real P–Q curve
Take the original P14 Pro PST sweep at 50% PWM (about 1355–1356 rpm): it establishes 2.30 mmH₂O at shut-off and about 55.97 CFM at the open end. The middle is the region where it may operate once an airflow path is installed. This is not 25 dBA data.[S06]
Assuming a pressure drop of 0.80 mmH₂O at 40 CFM: operating point approximately 40.1 CFM, 0.80 mmH₂O.
Assumed resistance Ps = KQ²,K = P40 ÷ 40² (Q in CFM, P in mmH₂O). This is not a measurement of a real fan box or radiator. Actual filters require pressure-loss measurements; blade stall, leakage, and speed changes under load can all cause deviations from this simple model.
P14 Pro PST original measurement points at 50% PWM
| Q(CFM) | P(mmH₂O) |
|---|---|
| 0.00 | 2.30 |
| 7.73 | 1.78 |
| 15.01 | 1.49 |
| 23.21 | 1.17 |
| 31.62 | 1.10 |
| 40.00 | 0.81 |
| 47.52 | 0.49 |
| 55.97 | -0.01 |
For the same fan under approximately similar conditions, airflow is roughly proportional to speed n and pressure to n². Halving speed leaves only about one-quarter of the pressure capability, so even high-pressure fans have limits at low speed.[S72]
Laboratory P–Q curves for 8 models
The charts below share the same axes (0–150 CFM, 0–6 mmH₂O), allowing direct shape comparison. P14 Pro series and BioniX curves rise high on the left (high pressure), while G2 and RS140 MAX extend farther right (high airflow). Fixed PWM does not mean fixed noise; return to noise-normalized data when comparing models. Only adjacent measurement points are connected, without smoothing or extrapolation.[S01 S02 S03 S04 S05 S06 S07 S44]
Summary and original points for each curve
| Setting | Measured rpm | Maximum Q (CFM) | P at Q=0 (mmH₂O) | Point count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20% PWM | 305–307 | 16.86 | 0.06 | 8 |
| 30% PWM | 452–455 | 23.60 | 0.22 | 8 |
| 40% PWM | 604–609 | 33.43 | 0.38 | 8 |
| 50% PWM | 752–757 | 43.44 | 0.63 | 8 |
| 60% PWM | 904–911 | 52.04 | 0.84 | 8 |
| 70% PWM | 1060–1068 | 63.68 | 1.19 | 8 |
| 80% PWM | 1209–1222 | 73.53 | 1.62 | 8 |
| 90% PWM | 1360–1371 | 83.83 | 2.08 | 8 |
| 100% PWM | 1501–1513 | 94.59 | 2.51 | 8 |
| PWM | Point | Q(CFM) | P(mmH₂O) | rpm | A | W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.06 | 306 | 0.011 | 0.13 |
| 20% | 2 | 2.46 | 0.04 | 306 | 0.011 | 0.13 |
| 20% | 3 | 5.04 | 0.02 | 306 | 0.010 | 0.12 |
| 20% | 4 | 7.38 | 0.02 | 307 | 0.010 | 0.12 |
| 20% | 5 | 9.76 | 0.02 | 306 | 0.010 | 0.12 |
| 20% | 6 | 12.07 | 0.03 | 305 | 0.010 | 0.12 |
| 20% | 7 | 14.30 | 0.02 | 306 | 0.010 | 0.12 |
| 20% | 8 | 16.86 | -0.01 | 307 | 0.009 | 0.11 |
| 30% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.22 | 454 | 0.018 | 0.22 |
| 30% | 2 | 3.40 | 0.16 | 455 | 0.017 | 0.20 |
| 30% | 3 | 6.88 | 0.11 | 453 | 0.016 | 0.19 |
| 30% | 4 | 10.18 | 0.10 | 453 | 0.016 | 0.19 |
| 30% | 5 | 13.49 | 0.09 | 455 | 0.016 | 0.19 |
| 30% | 6 | 17.07 | 0.06 | 453 | 0.016 | 0.19 |
| 30% | 7 | 20.41 | 0.04 | 452 | 0.015 | 0.18 |
| 30% | 8 | 23.60 | -0.01 | 454 | 0.015 | 0.18 |
| 40% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.38 | 606 | 0.028 | 0.34 |
| 40% | 2 | 4.82 | 0.28 | 604 | 0.027 | 0.32 |
| 40% | 3 | 9.61 | 0.20 | 606 | 0.025 | 0.30 |
| 40% | 4 | 14.37 | 0.20 | 607 | 0.023 | 0.28 |
| 40% | 5 | 19.15 | 0.19 | 606 | 0.025 | 0.30 |
| 40% | 6 | 23.92 | 0.14 | 606 | 0.024 | 0.29 |
| 40% | 7 | 28.71 | 0.08 | 607 | 0.023 | 0.28 |
| 40% | 8 | 33.43 | -0.01 | 609 | 0.021 | 0.25 |
| 50% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.63 | 756 | 0.043 | 0.52 |
| 50% | 2 | 6.19 | 0.47 | 753 | 0.040 | 0.48 |
| 50% | 3 | 12.45 | 0.36 | 754 | 0.036 | 0.43 |
| 50% | 4 | 18.38 | 0.31 | 752 | 0.035 | 0.42 |
| 50% | 5 | 24.69 | 0.28 | 752 | 0.039 | 0.47 |
| 50% | 6 | 31.00 | 0.21 | 753 | 0.037 | 0.44 |
| 50% | 7 | 37.14 | 0.10 | 757 | 0.035 | 0.42 |
| 50% | 8 | 43.44 | -0.01 | 755 | 0.030 | 0.36 |
| 60% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.84 | 908 | 0.067 | 0.80 |
| 60% | 2 | 7.34 | 0.70 | 909 | 0.058 | 0.70 |
| 60% | 3 | 14.54 | 0.53 | 907 | 0.053 | 0.64 |
| 60% | 4 | 21.99 | 0.46 | 910 | 0.050 | 0.60 |
| 60% | 5 | 29.66 | 0.50 | 906 | 0.056 | 0.67 |
| 60% | 6 | 37.19 | 0.34 | 911 | 0.053 | 0.64 |
| 60% | 7 | 44.40 | 0.18 | 904 | 0.051 | 0.61 |
| 60% | 8 | 52.04 | -0.01 | 910 | 0.044 | 0.53 |
| 70% | 1 | 0.00 | 1.19 | 1060 | 0.099 | 1.19 |
| 70% | 2 | 8.93 | 0.92 | 1060 | 0.086 | 1.03 |
| 70% | 3 | 17.59 | 0.73 | 1061 | 0.077 | 0.92 |
| 70% | 4 | 26.86 | 0.65 | 1063 | 0.073 | 0.88 |
| 70% | 5 | 36.26 | 0.64 | 1067 | 0.082 | 0.98 |
| 70% | 6 | 44.77 | 0.46 | 1068 | 0.080 | 0.96 |
| 70% | 7 | 53.98 | 0.20 | 1068 | 0.072 | 0.86 |
| 70% | 8 | 63.68 | -0.01 | 1062 | 0.067 | 0.80 |
| 80% | 1 | 0.00 | 1.62 | 1213 | 0.142 | 1.70 |
| 80% | 2 | 10.41 | 1.21 | 1210 | 0.118 | 1.42 |
| 80% | 3 | 20.19 | 0.96 | 1213 | 0.106 | 1.27 |
| 80% | 4 | 31.16 | 0.85 | 1216 | 0.103 | 1.24 |
| 80% | 5 | 42.08 | 0.82 | 1212 | 0.118 | 1.42 |
| 80% | 6 | 51.78 | 0.60 | 1222 | 0.114 | 1.37 |
| 80% | 7 | 62.74 | 0.30 | 1216 | 0.109 | 1.31 |
| 80% | 8 | 73.53 | 0.01 | 1209 | 0.094 | 1.13 |
| 90% | 1 | 0.00 | 2.08 | 1368 | 0.204 | 2.45 |
| 90% | 2 | 11.96 | 1.55 | 1370 | 0.166 | 1.99 |
| 90% | 3 | 23.25 | 1.23 | 1366 | 0.146 | 1.75 |
| 90% | 4 | 35.98 | 1.10 | 1366 | 0.145 | 1.74 |
| 90% | 5 | 46.69 | 1.13 | 1371 | 0.176 | 2.11 |
| 90% | 6 | 59.35 | 0.74 | 1364 | 0.164 | 1.97 |
| 90% | 7 | 71.55 | 0.41 | 1360 | 0.152 | 1.82 |
| 90% | 8 | 83.83 | -0.01 | 1369 | 0.125 | 1.50 |
| 100% | 1 | 0.00 | 2.51 | 1503 | 0.279 | 3.35 |
| 100% | 2 | 13.56 | 1.88 | 1501 | 0.217 | 2.60 |
| 100% | 3 | 26.31 | 1.44 | 1504 | 0.190 | 2.28 |
| 100% | 4 | 40.79 | 1.31 | 1510 | 0.189 | 2.27 |
| 100% | 5 | 52.79 | 1.34 | 1511 | 0.231 | 2.77 |
| 100% | 6 | 66.96 | 0.85 | 1507 | 0.214 | 2.57 |
| 100% | 7 | 81.07 | 0.53 | 1510 | 0.199 | 2.39 |
| 100% | 8 | 94.59 | -0.01 | 1513 | 0.160 | 1.92 |
Summary and original points for each curve
| Setting | Measured rpm | Maximum Q (CFM) | P at Q=0 (mmH₂O) | Point count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10% PWM | 463–466 | 18.26 | 0.28 | 8 |
| 20% PWM | 684–685 | 27.21 | 0.60 | 8 |
| 30% PWM | 908–910 | 36.85 | 1.04 | 8 |
| 40% PWM | 1134–1135 | 46.44 | 1.62 | 8 |
| 50% PWM | 1355–1356 | 55.97 | 2.30 | 8 |
| 60% PWM | 1580–1581 | 66.47 | 3.11 | 8 |
| 70% PWM | 1805–1806 | 75.55 | 4.06 | 8 |
| 80% PWM | 2024–2027 | 86.02 | 5.08 | 8 |
| 90% PWM | 2032–2252 | 94.98 | 5.11 | 8 |
| 100% PWM | 2026–2450 | 103.78 | 5.09 | 8 |
| PWM | Point | Q(CFM) | P(mmH₂O) | rpm | A | W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.28 | 463 | 0.027 | 0.32 |
| 10% | 2 | 2.64 | 0.21 | 465 | 0.026 | 0.31 |
| 10% | 3 | 5.32 | 0.17 | 463 | 0.025 | 0.30 |
| 10% | 4 | 7.89 | 0.13 | 464 | 0.025 | 0.30 |
| 10% | 5 | 10.47 | 0.13 | 466 | 0.025 | 0.30 |
| 10% | 6 | 13.05 | 0.09 | 466 | 0.024 | 0.29 |
| 10% | 7 | 15.83 | 0.04 | 466 | 0.024 | 0.29 |
| 10% | 8 | 18.26 | -0.01 | 466 | 0.024 | 0.29 |
| 20% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.60 | 684 | 0.038 | 0.46 |
| 20% | 2 | 3.88 | 0.45 | 685 | 0.035 | 0.42 |
| 20% | 3 | 7.78 | 0.39 | 684 | 0.034 | 0.41 |
| 20% | 4 | 11.67 | 0.30 | 684 | 0.033 | 0.40 |
| 20% | 5 | 15.64 | 0.27 | 684 | 0.033 | 0.40 |
| 20% | 6 | 19.48 | 0.20 | 684 | 0.032 | 0.38 |
| 20% | 7 | 23.36 | 0.12 | 684 | 0.031 | 0.37 |
| 20% | 8 | 27.21 | 0.00 | 684 | 0.030 | 0.36 |
| 30% | 1 | 0.00 | 1.04 | 909 | 0.058 | 0.70 |
| 30% | 2 | 5.14 | 0.79 | 909 | 0.052 | 0.62 |
| 30% | 3 | 10.49 | 0.67 | 909 | 0.050 | 0.60 |
| 30% | 4 | 15.45 | 0.54 | 910 | 0.046 | 0.55 |
| 30% | 5 | 20.77 | 0.49 | 909 | 0.047 | 0.56 |
| 30% | 6 | 26.16 | 0.38 | 910 | 0.045 | 0.54 |
| 30% | 7 | 31.56 | 0.20 | 908 | 0.042 | 0.50 |
| 30% | 8 | 36.85 | 0.00 | 909 | 0.040 | 0.48 |
| 40% | 1 | 0.00 | 1.62 | 1134 | 0.088 | 1.06 |
| 40% | 2 | 6.42 | 1.25 | 1134 | 0.079 | 0.95 |
| 40% | 3 | 13.31 | 1.03 | 1134 | 0.072 | 0.86 |
| 40% | 4 | 19.34 | 0.81 | 1135 | 0.066 | 0.79 |
| 40% | 5 | 26.11 | 0.78 | 1135 | 0.068 | 0.82 |
| 40% | 6 | 32.97 | 0.57 | 1134 | 0.064 | 0.77 |
| 40% | 7 | 39.84 | 0.31 | 1135 | 0.058 | 0.70 |
| 40% | 8 | 46.44 | -0.01 | 1134 | 0.054 | 0.65 |
| 50% | 1 | 0.00 | 2.30 | 1356 | 0.133 | 1.60 |
| 50% | 2 | 7.73 | 1.78 | 1355 | 0.116 | 1.39 |
| 50% | 3 | 15.01 | 1.49 | 1355 | 0.106 | 1.27 |
| 50% | 4 | 23.21 | 1.17 | 1356 | 0.094 | 1.13 |
| 50% | 5 | 31.62 | 1.10 | 1355 | 0.098 | 1.18 |
| 50% | 6 | 40.00 | 0.81 | 1356 | 0.089 | 1.07 |
| 50% | 7 | 47.52 | 0.49 | 1356 | 0.080 | 0.96 |
| 50% | 8 | 55.97 | -0.01 | 1356 | 0.071 | 0.85 |
| 60% | 1 | 0.00 | 3.11 | 1580 | 0.197 | 2.36 |
| 60% | 2 | 9.23 | 2.42 | 1580 | 0.167 | 2.00 |
| 60% | 3 | 17.74 | 2.02 | 1581 | 0.150 | 1.80 |
| 60% | 4 | 27.68 | 1.56 | 1580 | 0.131 | 1.57 |
| 60% | 5 | 37.89 | 1.47 | 1580 | 0.136 | 1.63 |
| 60% | 6 | 46.12 | 1.15 | 1580 | 0.127 | 1.52 |
| 60% | 7 | 56.16 | 0.62 | 1581 | 0.109 | 1.31 |
| 60% | 8 | 66.47 | -0.03 | 1581 | 0.093 | 1.12 |
| 70% | 1 | 0.00 | 4.06 | 1805 | 0.282 | 3.38 |
| 70% | 2 | 10.62 | 3.16 | 1805 | 0.237 | 2.84 |
| 70% | 3 | 20.28 | 2.67 | 1805 | 0.212 | 2.54 |
| 70% | 4 | 31.83 | 2.04 | 1805 | 0.180 | 2.16 |
| 70% | 5 | 40.92 | 1.97 | 1806 | 0.187 | 2.24 |
| 70% | 6 | 52.33 | 1.54 | 1806 | 0.171 | 2.05 |
| 70% | 7 | 64.03 | 0.85 | 1806 | 0.146 | 1.75 |
| 70% | 8 | 75.55 | -0.01 | 1806 | 0.121 | 1.45 |
| 80% | 1 | 0.00 | 5.08 | 2024 | 0.396 | 4.75 |
| 80% | 2 | 12.18 | 3.94 | 2025 | 0.325 | 3.90 |
| 80% | 3 | 23.18 | 3.33 | 2026 | 0.287 | 3.44 |
| 80% | 4 | 36.68 | 2.55 | 2027 | 0.241 | 2.89 |
| 80% | 5 | 46.61 | 2.45 | 2027 | 0.249 | 2.99 |
| 80% | 6 | 59.89 | 1.83 | 2026 | 0.227 | 2.72 |
| 80% | 7 | 73.20 | 0.99 | 2026 | 0.190 | 2.28 |
| 80% | 8 | 86.02 | -0.04 | 2027 | 0.159 | 1.91 |
| 90% | 1 | 0.00 | 5.11 | 2032 | 0.399 | 4.79 |
| 90% | 2 | 13.64 | 4.41 | 2148 | 0.385 | 4.62 |
| 90% | 3 | 26.05 | 4.01 | 2234 | 0.376 | 4.51 |
| 90% | 4 | 40.97 | 3.12 | 2251 | 0.316 | 3.79 |
| 90% | 5 | 52.00 | 3.01 | 2251 | 0.329 | 3.95 |
| 90% | 6 | 66.81 | 2.29 | 2250 | 0.300 | 3.60 |
| 90% | 7 | 81.46 | 1.24 | 2251 | 0.247 | 2.96 |
| 90% | 8 | 94.98 | -0.01 | 2252 | 0.199 | 2.39 |
| 100% | 1 | 0.00 | 5.09 | 2026 | 0.399 | 4.79 |
| 100% | 2 | 13.28 | 4.42 | 2141 | 0.384 | 4.61 |
| 100% | 3 | 28.80 | 3.95 | 2248 | 0.372 | 4.46 |
| 100% | 4 | 41.57 | 3.45 | 2351 | 0.361 | 4.33 |
| 100% | 5 | 57.74 | 3.12 | 2334 | 0.364 | 4.37 |
| 100% | 6 | 73.95 | 2.50 | 2417 | 0.357 | 4.28 |
| 100% | 7 | 87.17 | 1.68 | 2449 | 0.313 | 3.76 |
| 100% | 8 | 103.78 | 0.00 | 2450 | 0.247 | 2.96 |
Summary and original points for each curve
| Setting | Measured rpm | Maximum Q (CFM) | P at Q=0 (mmH₂O) | Point count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10% PWM | 469–469 | 16.19 | 0.27 | 8 |
| 20% PWM | 688–688 | 26.08 | 0.58 | 8 |
| 30% PWM | 914–915 | 35.80 | 1.01 | 8 |
| 40% PWM | 1140–1141 | 45.53 | 1.58 | 8 |
| 50% PWM | 1363–1364 | 55.67 | 2.27 | 8 |
| 60% PWM | 1589–1590 | 65.39 | 3.09 | 8 |
| 70% PWM | 1815–1816 | 74.73 | 4.02 | 8 |
| 80% PWM | 2006–2040 | 84.12 | 4.91 | 8 |
| 90% PWM | 2010–2266 | 94.18 | 4.92 | 8 |
| 100% PWM | 2009–2468 | 102.64 | 4.91 | 8 |
| PWM | Point | Q(CFM) | P(mmH₂O) | rpm | A | W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.27 | 469 | 0.020 | 0.24 |
| 10% | 2 | 2.33 | 0.20 | 469 | 0.020 | 0.24 |
| 10% | 3 | 4.62 | 0.16 | 469 | 0.020 | 0.24 |
| 10% | 4 | 6.97 | 0.12 | 469 | 0.019 | 0.23 |
| 10% | 5 | 9.29 | 0.09 | 469 | 0.018 | 0.22 |
| 10% | 6 | 11.54 | 0.09 | 469 | 0.019 | 0.23 |
| 10% | 7 | 13.85 | 0.04 | 469 | 0.018 | 0.22 |
| 10% | 8 | 16.19 | 0.00 | 469 | 0.017 | 0.20 |
| 20% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.58 | 688 | 0.032 | 0.38 |
| 20% | 2 | 3.74 | 0.44 | 688 | 0.029 | 0.35 |
| 20% | 3 | 7.45 | 0.36 | 688 | 0.028 | 0.34 |
| 20% | 4 | 11.19 | 0.29 | 688 | 0.027 | 0.32 |
| 20% | 5 | 14.83 | 0.27 | 688 | 0.027 | 0.32 |
| 20% | 6 | 18.57 | 0.20 | 688 | 0.026 | 0.31 |
| 20% | 7 | 22.33 | 0.10 | 688 | 0.025 | 0.30 |
| 20% | 8 | 26.08 | 0.00 | 688 | 0.023 | 0.28 |
| 30% | 1 | 0.00 | 1.01 | 914 | 0.052 | 0.62 |
| 30% | 2 | 4.94 | 0.78 | 914 | 0.046 | 0.55 |
| 30% | 3 | 10.17 | 0.65 | 914 | 0.043 | 0.52 |
| 30% | 4 | 14.98 | 0.53 | 914 | 0.040 | 0.48 |
| 30% | 5 | 20.19 | 0.47 | 914 | 0.040 | 0.48 |
| 30% | 6 | 25.41 | 0.38 | 915 | 0.039 | 0.47 |
| 30% | 7 | 30.57 | 0.22 | 914 | 0.037 | 0.44 |
| 30% | 8 | 35.80 | 0.00 | 915 | 0.033 | 0.40 |
| 40% | 1 | 0.00 | 1.58 | 1141 | 0.083 | 1.00 |
| 40% | 2 | 6.24 | 1.24 | 1141 | 0.072 | 0.86 |
| 40% | 3 | 13.03 | 1.01 | 1141 | 0.067 | 0.80 |
| 40% | 4 | 18.72 | 0.80 | 1141 | 0.061 | 0.73 |
| 40% | 5 | 25.52 | 0.74 | 1140 | 0.061 | 0.73 |
| 40% | 6 | 32.23 | 0.57 | 1141 | 0.058 | 0.70 |
| 40% | 7 | 38.95 | 0.31 | 1140 | 0.051 | 0.61 |
| 40% | 8 | 45.53 | 0.00 | 1141 | 0.047 | 0.56 |
| 50% | 1 | 0.00 | 2.27 | 1363 | 0.128 | 1.54 |
| 50% | 2 | 7.66 | 1.77 | 1364 | 0.110 | 1.32 |
| 50% | 3 | 14.79 | 1.50 | 1364 | 0.099 | 1.19 |
| 50% | 4 | 22.94 | 1.14 | 1363 | 0.088 | 1.06 |
| 50% | 5 | 31.35 | 1.06 | 1364 | 0.088 | 1.06 |
| 50% | 6 | 39.76 | 0.76 | 1363 | 0.082 | 0.98 |
| 50% | 7 | 47.10 | 0.44 | 1364 | 0.072 | 0.86 |
| 50% | 8 | 55.67 | -0.03 | 1363 | 0.062 | 0.74 |
| 60% | 1 | 0.00 | 3.09 | 1589 | 0.194 | 2.33 |
| 60% | 2 | 9.04 | 2.42 | 1590 | 0.163 | 1.96 |
| 60% | 3 | 17.22 | 2.06 | 1590 | 0.147 | 1.76 |
| 60% | 4 | 27.02 | 1.56 | 1590 | 0.126 | 1.51 |
| 60% | 5 | 37.04 | 1.43 | 1590 | 0.128 | 1.54 |
| 60% | 6 | 45.09 | 1.13 | 1590 | 0.119 | 1.43 |
| 60% | 7 | 55.10 | 0.62 | 1589 | 0.102 | 1.22 |
| 60% | 8 | 65.39 | -0.04 | 1590 | 0.084 | 1.01 |
| 70% | 1 | 0.00 | 4.02 | 1815 | 0.284 | 3.41 |
| 70% | 2 | 10.40 | 3.17 | 1816 | 0.237 | 2.84 |
| 70% | 3 | 19.84 | 2.68 | 1816 | 0.209 | 2.51 |
| 70% | 4 | 31.31 | 2.00 | 1816 | 0.176 | 2.11 |
| 70% | 5 | 42.73 | 1.87 | 1816 | 0.179 | 2.15 |
| 70% | 6 | 51.30 | 1.53 | 1816 | 0.166 | 1.99 |
| 70% | 7 | 62.65 | 0.88 | 1816 | 0.138 | 1.66 |
| 70% | 8 | 74.73 | -0.04 | 1816 | 0.112 | 1.34 |
| 80% | 1 | 0.00 | 4.91 | 2006 | 0.383 | 4.60 |
| 80% | 2 | 11.91 | 4.02 | 2038 | 0.331 | 3.97 |
| 80% | 3 | 22.68 | 3.35 | 2040 | 0.292 | 3.50 |
| 80% | 4 | 35.85 | 2.52 | 2039 | 0.237 | 2.84 |
| 80% | 5 | 48.09 | 2.36 | 2038 | 0.244 | 2.93 |
| 80% | 6 | 58.32 | 1.87 | 2039 | 0.223 | 2.68 |
| 80% | 7 | 71.53 | 1.00 | 2039 | 0.181 | 2.17 |
| 80% | 8 | 84.12 | -0.01 | 2039 | 0.148 | 1.78 |
| 90% | 1 | 0.00 | 4.92 | 2010 | 0.387 | 4.64 |
| 90% | 2 | 13.49 | 4.31 | 2131 | 0.374 | 4.49 |
| 90% | 3 | 25.75 | 3.89 | 2214 | 0.365 | 4.38 |
| 90% | 4 | 40.64 | 3.12 | 2264 | 0.320 | 3.84 |
| 90% | 5 | 51.55 | 2.96 | 2265 | 0.325 | 3.90 |
| 90% | 6 | 66.38 | 2.23 | 2265 | 0.290 | 3.48 |
| 90% | 7 | 80.72 | 1.17 | 2265 | 0.234 | 2.81 |
| 90% | 8 | 94.18 | -0.02 | 2266 | 0.184 | 2.21 |
| 100% | 1 | 0.00 | 4.91 | 2009 | 0.386 | 4.63 |
| 100% | 2 | 13.07 | 4.32 | 2121 | 0.375 | 4.50 |
| 100% | 3 | 28.42 | 3.76 | 2232 | 0.361 | 4.33 |
| 100% | 4 | 40.86 | 3.34 | 2335 | 0.349 | 4.19 |
| 100% | 5 | 56.97 | 3.02 | 2331 | 0.350 | 4.20 |
| 100% | 6 | 72.83 | 2.37 | 2414 | 0.341 | 4.09 |
| 100% | 7 | 86.17 | 1.56 | 2464 | 0.305 | 3.66 |
| 100% | 8 | 102.64 | 0.01 | 2468 | 0.239 | 2.87 |
Summary and original points for each curve
| Setting | Measured rpm | Maximum Q (CFM) | P at Q=0 (mmH₂O) | Point count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10% PWM | 499–508 | 19.38 | 0.33 | 8 |
| 20% PWM | 712–733 | 29.42 | 0.68 | 8 |
| 30% PWM | 929–951 | 39.36 | 1.12 | 8 |
| 40% PWM | 1140–1180 | 49.60 | 1.72 | 8 |
| 50% PWM | 1352–1379 | 59.36 | 2.40 | 8 |
| 60% PWM | 1561–1586 | 67.74 | 3.19 | 8 |
| 70% PWM | 1790–1805 | 77.97 | 3.93 | 8 |
| 80% PWM | 2000–2047 | 90.01 | 5.16 | 8 |
| 90% PWM | 2204–2256 | 99.61 | 5.14 | 8 |
| 100% PWM | 2131–2439 | 108.85 | 5.73 | 8 |
| PWM | Point | Q(CFM) | P(mmH₂O) | rpm | A | W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.33 | 506 | 0.025 | 0.30 |
| 10% | 2 | 2.82 | 0.27 | 502 | 0.024 | 0.29 |
| 10% | 3 | 5.65 | 0.20 | 502 | 0.023 | 0.28 |
| 10% | 4 | 8.40 | 0.17 | 499 | 0.023 | 0.28 |
| 10% | 5 | 11.13 | 0.14 | 501 | 0.023 | 0.28 |
| 10% | 6 | 13.84 | 0.10 | 505 | 0.023 | 0.28 |
| 10% | 7 | 16.95 | 0.05 | 504 | 0.022 | 0.26 |
| 10% | 8 | 19.38 | 0.00 | 508 | 0.022 | 0.26 |
| 20% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.68 | 724 | 0.038 | 0.46 |
| 20% | 2 | 4.20 | 0.52 | 717 | 0.036 | 0.43 |
| 20% | 3 | 8.40 | 0.41 | 712 | 0.033 | 0.40 |
| 20% | 4 | 12.60 | 0.35 | 718 | 0.033 | 0.40 |
| 20% | 5 | 16.79 | 0.31 | 719 | 0.033 | 0.40 |
| 20% | 6 | 21.02 | 0.24 | 722 | 0.033 | 0.40 |
| 20% | 7 | 25.18 | 0.10 | 719 | 0.031 | 0.37 |
| 20% | 8 | 29.42 | 0.00 | 733 | 0.030 | 0.36 |
| 30% | 1 | 0.00 | 1.12 | 943 | 0.058 | 0.70 |
| 30% | 2 | 5.45 | 0.84 | 940 | 0.053 | 0.64 |
| 30% | 3 | 11.22 | 0.70 | 933 | 0.048 | 0.58 |
| 30% | 4 | 16.58 | 0.62 | 934 | 0.048 | 0.58 |
| 30% | 5 | 22.26 | 0.52 | 941 | 0.047 | 0.56 |
| 30% | 6 | 27.96 | 0.37 | 929 | 0.044 | 0.53 |
| 30% | 7 | 33.64 | 0.21 | 936 | 0.043 | 0.52 |
| 30% | 8 | 39.36 | 0.00 | 951 | 0.039 | 0.47 |
| 40% | 1 | 0.00 | 1.72 | 1161 | 0.089 | 1.07 |
| 40% | 2 | 6.88 | 1.26 | 1154 | 0.079 | 0.95 |
| 40% | 3 | 14.24 | 0.97 | 1157 | 0.069 | 0.83 |
| 40% | 4 | 20.71 | 0.90 | 1161 | 0.069 | 0.83 |
| 40% | 5 | 27.95 | 0.75 | 1143 | 0.065 | 0.78 |
| 40% | 6 | 35.25 | 0.57 | 1158 | 0.064 | 0.77 |
| 40% | 7 | 42.10 | 0.29 | 1140 | 0.057 | 0.68 |
| 40% | 8 | 49.60 | -0.02 | 1180 | 0.052 | 0.62 |
| 50% | 1 | 0.00 | 2.40 | 1374 | 0.131 | 1.57 |
| 50% | 2 | 8.20 | 1.76 | 1371 | 0.111 | 1.33 |
| 50% | 3 | 15.84 | 1.40 | 1352 | 0.095 | 1.14 |
| 50% | 4 | 24.69 | 1.23 | 1366 | 0.094 | 1.13 |
| 50% | 5 | 33.62 | 1.08 | 1373 | 0.093 | 1.12 |
| 50% | 6 | 41.55 | 0.83 | 1373 | 0.088 | 1.06 |
| 50% | 7 | 50.33 | 0.48 | 1372 | 0.078 | 0.94 |
| 50% | 8 | 59.36 | -0.02 | 1379 | 0.067 | 0.80 |
| 60% | 1 | 0.00 | 3.19 | 1586 | 0.188 | 2.26 |
| 60% | 2 | 9.41 | 2.36 | 1576 | 0.154 | 1.85 |
| 60% | 3 | 18.01 | 1.83 | 1561 | 0.131 | 1.57 |
| 60% | 4 | 28.25 | 1.63 | 1582 | 0.128 | 1.54 |
| 60% | 5 | 38.68 | 1.46 | 1585 | 0.128 | 1.54 |
| 60% | 6 | 47.03 | 1.21 | 1583 | 0.122 | 1.46 |
| 60% | 7 | 57.35 | 0.71 | 1578 | 0.106 | 1.27 |
| 60% | 8 | 67.74 | 0.00 | 1573 | 0.085 | 1.02 |
| 70% | 1 | 0.00 | 3.93 | 1798 | 0.264 | 3.17 |
| 70% | 2 | 10.99 | 3.02 | 1797 | 0.212 | 2.54 |
| 70% | 3 | 20.95 | 2.41 | 1790 | 0.183 | 2.20 |
| 70% | 4 | 33.08 | 2.13 | 1791 | 0.174 | 2.09 |
| 70% | 5 | 42.52 | 1.90 | 1803 | 0.173 | 2.08 |
| 70% | 6 | 54.42 | 1.50 | 1805 | 0.160 | 1.92 |
| 70% | 7 | 66.17 | 0.82 | 1801 | 0.137 | 1.64 |
| 70% | 8 | 77.97 | 0.02 | 1802 | 0.111 | 1.33 |
| 80% | 1 | 0.00 | 5.16 | 2017 | 0.373 | 4.48 |
| 80% | 2 | 12.87 | 3.79 | 2006 | 0.289 | 3.47 |
| 80% | 3 | 24.41 | 3.01 | 2012 | 0.242 | 2.90 |
| 80% | 4 | 38.67 | 2.73 | 2022 | 0.239 | 2.87 |
| 80% | 5 | 49.31 | 2.37 | 2020 | 0.233 | 2.80 |
| 80% | 6 | 63.13 | 1.73 | 2020 | 0.208 | 2.50 |
| 80% | 7 | 76.85 | 0.88 | 2000 | 0.168 | 2.02 |
| 80% | 8 | 90.01 | 0.00 | 2047 | 0.143 | 1.72 |
| 90% | 1 | 0.00 | 5.14 | 2204 | 0.432 | 5.18 |
| 90% | 2 | 12.45 | 4.74 | 2219 | 0.394 | 4.73 |
| 90% | 3 | 27.23 | 3.66 | 2224 | 0.323 | 3.88 |
| 90% | 4 | 42.59 | 3.22 | 2216 | 0.303 | 3.64 |
| 90% | 5 | 54.65 | 2.88 | 2233 | 0.301 | 3.61 |
| 90% | 6 | 70.32 | 2.12 | 2213 | 0.264 | 3.17 |
| 90% | 7 | 83.02 | 1.33 | 2227 | 0.223 | 2.68 |
| 90% | 8 | 99.61 | -0.02 | 2256 | 0.176 | 2.11 |
| 100% | 1 | 0.00 | 5.73 | 2131 | 0.439 | 5.27 |
| 100% | 2 | 13.84 | 4.87 | 2263 | 0.412 | 4.94 |
| 100% | 3 | 30.28 | 4.23 | 2391 | 0.389 | 4.67 |
| 100% | 4 | 43.47 | 3.96 | 2428 | 0.384 | 4.61 |
| 100% | 5 | 60.36 | 3.39 | 2439 | 0.379 | 4.55 |
| 100% | 6 | 77.26 | 2.44 | 2412 | 0.333 | 4.00 |
| 100% | 7 | 91.41 | 1.57 | 2431 | 0.277 | 3.32 |
| 100% | 8 | 108.85 | -0.04 | 2433 | 0.215 | 2.58 |
Summary and original points for each curve
| Setting | Measured rpm | Maximum Q (CFM) | P at Q=0 (mmH₂O) | Point count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10% PWM | 559–606 | 22.40 | 0.28 | 8 |
| 20% PWM | 858–966 | 35.42 | 0.61 | 8 |
| 30% PWM | 1103–1278 | 47.77 | 1.04 | 8 |
| 40% PWM | 1369–1634 | 62.59 | 1.61 | 8 |
| 50% PWM | 1539–1874 | 71.85 | 2.03 | 8 |
| 60% PWM | 1701–2105 | 80.99 | 2.47 | 8 |
| 70% PWM | 1830–2308 | 91.21 | 2.89 | 8 |
| 80% PWM | 1951–2504 | 98.69 | 3.25 | 8 |
| 90% PWM | 2109–2750 | 108.61 | 3.87 | 8 |
| 100% PWM | 2180–2859 | 113.70 | 4.11 | 8 |
| PWM | Point | Q(CFM) | P(mmH₂O) | rpm | A | W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.28 | 559 | 0.010 | 0.12 |
| 10% | 2 | 3.23 | 0.24 | 566 | 0.010 | 0.12 |
| 10% | 3 | 6.40 | 0.19 | 574 | 0.009 | 0.11 |
| 10% | 4 | 9.60 | 0.17 | 585 | 0.009 | 0.11 |
| 10% | 5 | 12.83 | 0.14 | 591 | 0.009 | 0.11 |
| 10% | 6 | 16.11 | 0.09 | 593 | 0.008 | 0.10 |
| 10% | 7 | 19.34 | 0.05 | 603 | 0.008 | 0.10 |
| 10% | 8 | 22.40 | 0.00 | 606 | 0.008 | 0.10 |
| 20% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.61 | 858 | 0.026 | 0.31 |
| 20% | 2 | 4.95 | 0.56 | 862 | 0.026 | 0.31 |
| 20% | 3 | 10.08 | 0.47 | 887 | 0.025 | 0.30 |
| 20% | 4 | 14.92 | 0.39 | 909 | 0.023 | 0.28 |
| 20% | 5 | 20.10 | 0.33 | 916 | 0.023 | 0.28 |
| 20% | 6 | 25.19 | 0.25 | 931 | 0.022 | 0.26 |
| 20% | 7 | 30.20 | 0.11 | 950 | 0.021 | 0.25 |
| 20% | 8 | 35.42 | -0.01 | 966 | 0.020 | 0.24 |
| 30% | 1 | 0.00 | 1.04 | 1103 | 0.050 | 0.60 |
| 30% | 2 | 6.61 | 0.94 | 1106 | 0.050 | 0.60 |
| 30% | 3 | 13.64 | 0.77 | 1148 | 0.047 | 0.56 |
| 30% | 4 | 19.78 | 0.65 | 1180 | 0.045 | 0.54 |
| 30% | 5 | 26.77 | 0.56 | 1196 | 0.044 | 0.53 |
| 30% | 6 | 33.89 | 0.42 | 1220 | 0.042 | 0.50 |
| 30% | 7 | 40.88 | 0.18 | 1255 | 0.041 | 0.49 |
| 30% | 8 | 47.77 | 0.01 | 1278 | 0.039 | 0.47 |
| 40% | 1 | 0.00 | 1.61 | 1369 | 0.090 | 1.08 |
| 40% | 2 | 8.72 | 1.43 | 1372 | 0.090 | 1.08 |
| 40% | 3 | 16.83 | 1.26 | 1425 | 0.086 | 1.03 |
| 40% | 4 | 26.08 | 1.01 | 1489 | 0.081 | 0.97 |
| 40% | 5 | 35.44 | 0.84 | 1507 | 0.079 | 0.95 |
| 40% | 6 | 43.68 | 0.61 | 1549 | 0.076 | 0.91 |
| 40% | 7 | 52.96 | 0.26 | 1608 | 0.071 | 0.85 |
| 40% | 8 | 62.59 | 0.00 | 1634 | 0.069 | 0.83 |
| 50% | 1 | 0.00 | 2.03 | 1539 | 0.128 | 1.54 |
| 50% | 2 | 10.13 | 1.81 | 1550 | 0.127 | 1.52 |
| 50% | 3 | 19.49 | 1.57 | 1620 | 0.122 | 1.46 |
| 50% | 4 | 30.42 | 1.28 | 1699 | 0.115 | 1.38 |
| 50% | 5 | 41.30 | 1.10 | 1719 | 0.114 | 1.37 |
| 50% | 6 | 50.03 | 0.81 | 1763 | 0.108 | 1.30 |
| 50% | 7 | 61.01 | 0.36 | 1836 | 0.101 | 1.21 |
| 50% | 8 | 71.85 | -0.01 | 1874 | 0.097 | 1.16 |
| 60% | 1 | 0.00 | 2.47 | 1701 | 0.172 | 2.06 |
| 60% | 2 | 11.51 | 2.21 | 1712 | 0.172 | 2.06 |
| 60% | 3 | 22.18 | 1.93 | 1791 | 0.163 | 1.96 |
| 60% | 4 | 34.56 | 1.57 | 1877 | 0.153 | 1.84 |
| 60% | 5 | 44.45 | 1.38 | 1891 | 0.151 | 1.81 |
| 60% | 6 | 56.60 | 0.97 | 1969 | 0.144 | 1.73 |
| 60% | 7 | 68.86 | 0.41 | 2065 | 0.136 | 1.63 |
| 60% | 8 | 80.99 | 0.01 | 2105 | 0.130 | 1.56 |
| 70% | 1 | 0.00 | 2.89 | 1830 | 0.216 | 2.59 |
| 70% | 2 | 13.02 | 2.53 | 1844 | 0.213 | 2.56 |
| 70% | 3 | 25.12 | 2.23 | 1942 | 0.201 | 2.41 |
| 70% | 4 | 39.23 | 1.85 | 2054 | 0.199 | 2.39 |
| 70% | 5 | 50.43 | 1.65 | 2084 | 0.197 | 2.36 |
| 70% | 6 | 64.45 | 1.05 | 2170 | 0.183 | 2.20 |
| 70% | 7 | 78.17 | 0.40 | 2269 | 0.172 | 2.06 |
| 70% | 8 | 91.21 | -0.03 | 2308 | 0.166 | 1.99 |
| 80% | 1 | 0.00 | 3.25 | 1951 | 0.270 | 3.24 |
| 80% | 2 | 14.18 | 2.91 | 1975 | 0.268 | 3.22 |
| 80% | 3 | 27.39 | 2.53 | 2093 | 0.255 | 3.06 |
| 80% | 4 | 39.69 | 2.15 | 2187 | 0.242 | 2.90 |
| 80% | 5 | 54.67 | 1.86 | 2215 | 0.236 | 2.83 |
| 80% | 6 | 69.89 | 1.24 | 2347 | 0.232 | 2.78 |
| 80% | 7 | 84.76 | 0.53 | 2453 | 0.218 | 2.62 |
| 80% | 8 | 98.69 | -0.01 | 2504 | 0.211 | 2.53 |
| 90% | 1 | 0.00 | 3.87 | 2109 | 0.353 | 4.24 |
| 90% | 2 | 14.02 | 3.45 | 2126 | 0.354 | 4.25 |
| 90% | 3 | 30.42 | 2.97 | 2277 | 0.339 | 4.07 |
| 90% | 4 | 44.13 | 2.57 | 2377 | 0.321 | 3.85 |
| 90% | 5 | 61.00 | 2.13 | 2430 | 0.311 | 3.73 |
| 90% | 6 | 77.52 | 1.41 | 2553 | 0.295 | 3.54 |
| 90% | 7 | 91.41 | 0.71 | 2661 | 0.281 | 3.37 |
| 90% | 8 | 108.61 | 0.01 | 2750 | 0.279 | 3.35 |
| 100% | 1 | 0.00 | 4.11 | 2180 | 0.401 | 4.81 |
| 100% | 2 | 14.60 | 3.69 | 2195 | 0.397 | 4.76 |
| 100% | 3 | 32.00 | 3.16 | 2360 | 0.378 | 4.54 |
| 100% | 4 | 46.07 | 2.77 | 2476 | 0.371 | 4.45 |
| 100% | 5 | 63.72 | 2.36 | 2538 | 0.362 | 4.34 |
| 100% | 6 | 81.07 | 1.52 | 2669 | 0.346 | 4.15 |
| 100% | 7 | 95.86 | 0.73 | 2789 | 0.328 | 3.94 |
| 100% | 8 | 113.70 | 0.01 | 2859 | 0.318 | 3.82 |
Summary and original points for each curve
| Setting | Measured rpm | Maximum Q (CFM) | P at Q=0 (mmH₂O) | Point count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20% PWM | 313–313 | 18.87 | 0.08 | 8 |
| 30% PWM | 462–464 | 26.96 | 0.19 | 8 |
| 40% PWM | 632–635 | 37.48 | 0.33 | 8 |
| 50% PWM | 782–804 | 48.01 | 0.53 | 8 |
| 60% PWM | 950–955 | 57.74 | 0.76 | 8 |
| 70% PWM | 1117–1122 | 68.47 | 1.08 | 8 |
| 80% PWM | 1259–1276 | 77.42 | 1.38 | 8 |
| 90% PWM | 1431–1436 | 89.19 | 1.80 | 8 |
| 100% PWM | 1581–1593 | 100.28 | 2.20 | 8 |
| PWM | Point | Q(CFM) | P(mmH₂O) | rpm | A | W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.08 | 313 | 0.011 | 0.13 |
| 20% | 2 | 2.74 | 0.07 | 313 | 0.011 | 0.13 |
| 20% | 3 | 5.60 | 0.05 | 313 | 0.011 | 0.13 |
| 20% | 4 | 8.23 | 0.05 | 313 | 0.011 | 0.13 |
| 20% | 5 | 10.86 | 0.03 | 313 | 0.011 | 0.13 |
| 20% | 6 | 13.47 | 0.04 | 313 | 0.011 | 0.13 |
| 20% | 7 | 16.38 | 0.01 | 313 | 0.010 | 0.12 |
| 20% | 8 | 18.87 | -0.01 | 313 | 0.010 | 0.12 |
| 30% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.19 | 463 | 0.018 | 0.22 |
| 30% | 2 | 3.86 | 0.15 | 463 | 0.018 | 0.22 |
| 30% | 3 | 7.80 | 0.12 | 463 | 0.017 | 0.20 |
| 30% | 4 | 11.60 | 0.09 | 463 | 0.016 | 0.19 |
| 30% | 5 | 15.66 | 0.09 | 463 | 0.016 | 0.19 |
| 30% | 6 | 19.39 | 0.08 | 462 | 0.017 | 0.20 |
| 30% | 7 | 23.18 | 0.04 | 464 | 0.016 | 0.19 |
| 30% | 8 | 26.96 | -0.01 | 463 | 0.016 | 0.19 |
| 40% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.33 | 632 | 0.029 | 0.35 |
| 40% | 2 | 5.38 | 0.29 | 632 | 0.027 | 0.32 |
| 40% | 3 | 10.70 | 0.25 | 632 | 0.026 | 0.31 |
| 40% | 4 | 16.29 | 0.20 | 633 | 0.025 | 0.30 |
| 40% | 5 | 21.50 | 0.18 | 632 | 0.026 | 0.31 |
| 40% | 6 | 26.84 | 0.15 | 635 | 0.026 | 0.31 |
| 40% | 7 | 32.10 | 0.09 | 632 | 0.025 | 0.30 |
| 40% | 8 | 37.48 | 0.00 | 632 | 0.024 | 0.29 |
| 50% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.53 | 782 | 0.040 | 0.48 |
| 50% | 2 | 6.85 | 0.47 | 801 | 0.040 | 0.48 |
| 50% | 3 | 13.73 | 0.38 | 801 | 0.038 | 0.46 |
| 50% | 4 | 20.58 | 0.32 | 800 | 0.035 | 0.42 |
| 50% | 5 | 27.46 | 0.31 | 804 | 0.037 | 0.44 |
| 50% | 6 | 34.40 | 0.25 | 799 | 0.037 | 0.44 |
| 50% | 7 | 41.18 | 0.14 | 799 | 0.035 | 0.42 |
| 50% | 8 | 48.01 | 0.00 | 804 | 0.032 | 0.38 |
| 60% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.76 | 950 | 0.061 | 0.73 |
| 60% | 2 | 8.15 | 0.67 | 951 | 0.058 | 0.70 |
| 60% | 3 | 16.25 | 0.57 | 951 | 0.055 | 0.66 |
| 60% | 4 | 24.55 | 0.45 | 955 | 0.051 | 0.61 |
| 60% | 5 | 32.94 | 0.44 | 950 | 0.056 | 0.67 |
| 60% | 6 | 41.25 | 0.34 | 952 | 0.055 | 0.66 |
| 60% | 7 | 49.20 | 0.21 | 954 | 0.051 | 0.61 |
| 60% | 8 | 57.74 | 0.00 | 951 | 0.048 | 0.58 |
| 70% | 1 | 0.00 | 1.08 | 1119 | 0.092 | 1.10 |
| 70% | 2 | 9.67 | 0.94 | 1118 | 0.086 | 1.03 |
| 70% | 3 | 19.08 | 0.77 | 1119 | 0.082 | 0.98 |
| 70% | 4 | 29.08 | 0.65 | 1121 | 0.075 | 0.90 |
| 70% | 5 | 39.01 | 0.64 | 1118 | 0.083 | 1.00 |
| 70% | 6 | 48.40 | 0.54 | 1121 | 0.079 | 0.95 |
| 70% | 7 | 58.48 | 0.26 | 1122 | 0.074 | 0.89 |
| 70% | 8 | 68.47 | -0.01 | 1117 | 0.071 | 0.85 |
| 80% | 1 | 0.00 | 1.38 | 1269 | 0.129 | 1.55 |
| 80% | 2 | 10.93 | 1.19 | 1269 | 0.121 | 1.45 |
| 80% | 3 | 21.41 | 1.00 | 1270 | 0.115 | 1.38 |
| 80% | 4 | 32.83 | 0.84 | 1265 | 0.105 | 1.26 |
| 80% | 5 | 43.13 | 0.82 | 1274 | 0.115 | 1.38 |
| 80% | 6 | 54.46 | 0.63 | 1259 | 0.114 | 1.37 |
| 80% | 7 | 65.91 | 0.34 | 1276 | 0.100 | 1.20 |
| 80% | 8 | 77.42 | 0.01 | 1272 | 0.089 | 1.07 |
| 90% | 1 | 0.00 | 1.80 | 1436 | 0.184 | 2.21 |
| 90% | 2 | 12.74 | 1.55 | 1435 | 0.172 | 2.06 |
| 90% | 3 | 24.82 | 1.29 | 1436 | 0.162 | 1.94 |
| 90% | 4 | 38.28 | 1.08 | 1436 | 0.151 | 1.81 |
| 90% | 5 | 50.04 | 1.07 | 1436 | 0.166 | 1.99 |
| 90% | 6 | 63.43 | 0.87 | 1435 | 0.152 | 1.82 |
| 90% | 7 | 76.56 | 0.42 | 1431 | 0.139 | 1.67 |
| 90% | 8 | 89.19 | -0.02 | 1436 | 0.129 | 1.55 |
| 100% | 1 | 0.00 | 2.20 | 1585 | 0.247 | 2.96 |
| 100% | 2 | 13.22 | 1.91 | 1587 | 0.229 | 2.75 |
| 100% | 3 | 28.12 | 1.56 | 1584 | 0.213 | 2.56 |
| 100% | 4 | 41.20 | 1.34 | 1581 | 0.200 | 2.40 |
| 100% | 5 | 56.34 | 1.33 | 1587 | 0.224 | 2.69 |
| 100% | 6 | 71.35 | 1.04 | 1582 | 0.200 | 2.40 |
| 100% | 7 | 84.63 | 0.57 | 1581 | 0.190 | 2.28 |
| 100% | 8 | 100.28 | -0.03 | 1593 | 0.159 | 1.91 |
Summary and original points for each curve
| Setting | Measured rpm | Maximum Q (CFM) | P at Q=0 (mmH₂O) | Point count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10% PWM | 359–374 | 12.53 | 0.09 | 8 |
| 20% PWM | 535–571 | 21.45 | 0.23 | 8 |
| 30% PWM | 768–842 | 32.07 | 0.47 | 8 |
| 40% PWM | 981–1094 | 43.04 | 0.77 | 8 |
| 50% PWM | 1180–1344 | 53.35 | 1.13 | 8 |
| 60% PWM | 1364–1587 | 63.25 | 1.51 | 8 |
| 70% PWM | 1534–1800 | 72.52 | 1.92 | 8 |
| 80% PWM | 1688–2013 | 82.61 | 2.33 | 8 |
| 90% PWM | 1838–2228 | 92.04 | 2.79 | 8 |
| 100% PWM | 1991–2432 | 100.57 | 3.27 | 8 |
| PWM | Point | Q(CFM) | P(mmH₂O) | rpm | A | W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.09 | 359 | 0.032 | 0.38 |
| 10% | 2 | 1.88 | 0.07 | 363 | 0.032 | 0.38 |
| 10% | 3 | 3.61 | 0.06 | 366 | 0.032 | 0.38 |
| 10% | 4 | 5.66 | 0.04 | 370 | 0.031 | 0.37 |
| 10% | 5 | 7.41 | 0.04 | 372 | 0.031 | 0.37 |
| 10% | 6 | 9.12 | 0.02 | 371 | 0.031 | 0.37 |
| 10% | 7 | 10.85 | 0.01 | 373 | 0.031 | 0.37 |
| 10% | 8 | 12.53 | 0.00 | 374 | 0.031 | 0.37 |
| 20% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.23 | 535 | 0.037 | 0.44 |
| 20% | 2 | 3.10 | 0.18 | 544 | 0.037 | 0.44 |
| 20% | 3 | 6.32 | 0.14 | 553 | 0.036 | 0.43 |
| 20% | 4 | 9.31 | 0.11 | 562 | 0.036 | 0.43 |
| 20% | 5 | 12.32 | 0.10 | 560 | 0.036 | 0.43 |
| 20% | 6 | 15.58 | 0.07 | 562 | 0.036 | 0.43 |
| 20% | 7 | 18.51 | 0.03 | 567 | 0.036 | 0.43 |
| 20% | 8 | 21.45 | -0.01 | 571 | 0.035 | 0.42 |
| 30% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.47 | 768 | 0.048 | 0.58 |
| 30% | 2 | 4.58 | 0.38 | 786 | 0.048 | 0.58 |
| 30% | 3 | 9.19 | 0.32 | 802 | 0.046 | 0.55 |
| 30% | 4 | 13.73 | 0.25 | 821 | 0.046 | 0.55 |
| 30% | 5 | 18.54 | 0.23 | 815 | 0.046 | 0.55 |
| 30% | 6 | 23.08 | 0.17 | 821 | 0.045 | 0.54 |
| 30% | 7 | 27.60 | 0.07 | 831 | 0.045 | 0.54 |
| 30% | 8 | 32.07 | 0.00 | 842 | 0.044 | 0.53 |
| 40% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.77 | 981 | 0.065 | 0.78 |
| 40% | 2 | 6.14 | 0.63 | 1008 | 0.063 | 0.76 |
| 40% | 3 | 12.32 | 0.53 | 1033 | 0.061 | 0.73 |
| 40% | 4 | 18.46 | 0.43 | 1057 | 0.060 | 0.72 |
| 40% | 5 | 24.64 | 0.41 | 1046 | 0.061 | 0.73 |
| 40% | 6 | 30.73 | 0.29 | 1060 | 0.060 | 0.72 |
| 40% | 7 | 36.93 | 0.13 | 1079 | 0.059 | 0.71 |
| 40% | 8 | 43.04 | 0.00 | 1094 | 0.057 | 0.68 |
| 50% | 1 | 0.00 | 1.13 | 1180 | 0.088 | 1.06 |
| 50% | 2 | 7.54 | 0.92 | 1219 | 0.085 | 1.02 |
| 50% | 3 | 14.83 | 0.76 | 1253 | 0.082 | 0.98 |
| 50% | 4 | 22.59 | 0.67 | 1286 | 0.080 | 0.96 |
| 50% | 5 | 30.36 | 0.61 | 1275 | 0.081 | 0.97 |
| 50% | 6 | 38.12 | 0.40 | 1295 | 0.079 | 0.95 |
| 50% | 7 | 45.48 | 0.22 | 1319 | 0.077 | 0.92 |
| 50% | 8 | 53.35 | 0.01 | 1344 | 0.076 | 0.91 |
| 60% | 1 | 0.00 | 1.51 | 1364 | 0.118 | 1.42 |
| 60% | 2 | 8.90 | 1.24 | 1415 | 0.113 | 1.36 |
| 60% | 3 | 17.43 | 1.05 | 1459 | 0.109 | 1.31 |
| 60% | 4 | 26.70 | 0.88 | 1502 | 0.105 | 1.26 |
| 60% | 5 | 36.10 | 0.79 | 1489 | 0.107 | 1.28 |
| 60% | 6 | 44.61 | 0.56 | 1509 | 0.105 | 1.26 |
| 60% | 7 | 53.80 | 0.29 | 1543 | 0.102 | 1.22 |
| 60% | 8 | 63.25 | -0.02 | 1587 | 0.097 | 1.16 |
| 70% | 1 | 0.00 | 1.92 | 1534 | 0.154 | 1.85 |
| 70% | 2 | 10.24 | 1.59 | 1598 | 0.147 | 1.76 |
| 70% | 3 | 20.01 | 1.35 | 1652 | 0.143 | 1.72 |
| 70% | 4 | 30.80 | 1.20 | 1665 | 0.141 | 1.69 |
| 70% | 5 | 41.55 | 1.05 | 1679 | 0.140 | 1.68 |
| 70% | 6 | 50.90 | 0.71 | 1714 | 0.136 | 1.63 |
| 70% | 7 | 61.74 | 0.38 | 1744 | 0.133 | 1.60 |
| 70% | 8 | 72.52 | 0.03 | 1800 | 0.127 | 1.52 |
| 80% | 1 | 0.00 | 2.33 | 1688 | 0.198 | 2.38 |
| 80% | 2 | 11.75 | 1.95 | 1766 | 0.189 | 2.27 |
| 80% | 3 | 22.81 | 1.67 | 1832 | 0.181 | 2.17 |
| 80% | 4 | 35.26 | 1.45 | 1854 | 0.179 | 2.15 |
| 80% | 5 | 45.99 | 1.27 | 1874 | 0.176 | 2.11 |
| 80% | 6 | 58.06 | 0.82 | 1908 | 0.173 | 2.08 |
| 80% | 7 | 70.53 | 0.49 | 1938 | 0.171 | 2.05 |
| 80% | 8 | 82.61 | -0.03 | 2013 | 0.162 | 1.94 |
| 90% | 1 | 0.00 | 2.79 | 1838 | 0.247 | 2.96 |
| 90% | 2 | 13.21 | 2.32 | 1931 | 0.237 | 2.84 |
| 90% | 3 | 25.51 | 1.96 | 2009 | 0.227 | 2.72 |
| 90% | 4 | 39.64 | 1.75 | 2026 | 0.224 | 2.69 |
| 90% | 5 | 51.28 | 1.53 | 2050 | 0.221 | 2.65 |
| 90% | 6 | 65.27 | 0.95 | 2104 | 0.216 | 2.59 |
| 90% | 7 | 78.69 | 0.49 | 2159 | 0.209 | 2.51 |
| 90% | 8 | 92.04 | -0.02 | 2228 | 0.204 | 2.45 |
| 100% | 1 | 0.00 | 3.27 | 1991 | 0.306 | 3.67 |
| 100% | 2 | 13.09 | 2.75 | 2089 | 0.294 | 3.53 |
| 100% | 3 | 28.05 | 2.36 | 2183 | 0.281 | 3.37 |
| 100% | 4 | 40.81 | 2.05 | 2226 | 0.276 | 3.31 |
| 100% | 5 | 56.05 | 1.82 | 2234 | 0.276 | 3.31 |
| 100% | 6 | 71.35 | 1.10 | 2288 | 0.269 | 3.23 |
| 100% | 7 | 84.67 | 0.68 | 2348 | 0.263 | 3.16 |
| 100% | 8 | 100.57 | 0.02 | 2432 | 0.251 | 3.01 |
Summary and original points for each curve
| Setting | Measured rpm | Maximum Q (CFM) | P at Q=0 (mmH₂O) | Point count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10% PWMBelow the measurement range; not plotted | 229–230 | 0.19 | -0.06 | 8 |
| 20% PWM | 518–533 | 25.53 | 0.13 | 8 |
| 30% PWM | 788–807 | 46.77 | 0.43 | 8 |
| 40% PWM | 1016–1051 | 63.77 | 0.78 | 8 |
| 50% PWM | 1231–1275 | 79.50 | 1.18 | 8 |
| 60% PWM | 1435–1503 | 94.32 | 1.67 | 8 |
| 70% PWM | 1639–1713 | 108.21 | 2.09 | 8 |
| 80% PWM | 1826–1929 | 122.69 | 2.75 | 8 |
| 90% PWM | 2010–2129 | 136.48 | 3.34 | 8 |
| 100% PWM | 2164–2288 | 148.41 | 3.87 | 8 |
| PWM | Point | Q(CFM) | P(mmH₂O) | rpm | A | W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | 1 | 0.00 | -0.06 | 229 | 0.032 | 0.38 |
| 10% | 2 | 0.15 | -0.05 | 229 | 0.032 | 0.38 |
| 10% | 3 | 0.15 | -0.06 | 230 | 0.032 | 0.38 |
| 10% | 4 | 0.15 | -0.05 | 230 | 0.031 | 0.37 |
| 10% | 5 | 0.15 | -0.05 | 230 | 0.031 | 0.37 |
| 10% | 6 | 0.15 | -0.05 | 230 | 0.031 | 0.37 |
| 10% | 7 | 0.15 | -0.05 | 230 | 0.031 | 0.37 |
| 10% | 8 | 0.19 | -0.05 | 229 | 0.032 | 0.38 |
| 20% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.13 | 518 | 0.042 | 0.50 |
| 20% | 2 | 3.66 | 0.11 | 519 | 0.042 | 0.50 |
| 20% | 3 | 7.29 | 0.09 | 521 | 0.042 | 0.50 |
| 20% | 4 | 10.94 | 0.07 | 525 | 0.041 | 0.49 |
| 20% | 5 | 14.78 | 0.04 | 533 | 0.041 | 0.49 |
| 20% | 6 | 18.37 | 0.05 | 525 | 0.041 | 0.49 |
| 20% | 7 | 21.99 | 0.02 | 523 | 0.041 | 0.49 |
| 20% | 8 | 25.53 | 0.01 | 525 | 0.041 | 0.49 |
| 30% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.43 | 788 | 0.063 | 0.76 |
| 30% | 2 | 6.64 | 0.38 | 791 | 0.062 | 0.74 |
| 30% | 3 | 13.38 | 0.33 | 796 | 0.061 | 0.73 |
| 30% | 4 | 19.90 | 0.27 | 807 | 0.060 | 0.72 |
| 30% | 5 | 26.63 | 0.24 | 805 | 0.060 | 0.72 |
| 30% | 6 | 33.42 | 0.21 | 790 | 0.062 | 0.74 |
| 30% | 7 | 40.06 | 0.10 | 799 | 0.061 | 0.73 |
| 30% | 8 | 46.77 | 0.00 | 805 | 0.060 | 0.72 |
| 40% | 1 | 0.00 | 0.78 | 1016 | 0.093 | 1.12 |
| 40% | 2 | 9.05 | 0.68 | 1022 | 0.092 | 1.10 |
| 40% | 3 | 17.78 | 0.59 | 1028 | 0.091 | 1.09 |
| 40% | 4 | 27.06 | 0.50 | 1049 | 0.087 | 1.04 |
| 40% | 5 | 36.40 | 0.49 | 1031 | 0.090 | 1.08 |
| 40% | 6 | 45.15 | 0.41 | 1017 | 0.093 | 1.12 |
| 40% | 7 | 54.46 | 0.22 | 1033 | 0.090 | 1.08 |
| 40% | 8 | 63.77 | 0.00 | 1051 | 0.087 | 1.04 |
| 50% | 1 | 0.00 | 1.18 | 1231 | 0.136 | 1.63 |
| 50% | 2 | 11.31 | 1.04 | 1237 | 0.134 | 1.61 |
| 50% | 3 | 22.19 | 0.90 | 1248 | 0.131 | 1.57 |
| 50% | 4 | 34.02 | 0.78 | 1273 | 0.126 | 1.51 |
| 50% | 5 | 44.55 | 0.72 | 1256 | 0.131 | 1.57 |
| 50% | 6 | 56.22 | 0.57 | 1242 | 0.133 | 1.60 |
| 50% | 7 | 67.91 | 0.33 | 1260 | 0.130 | 1.56 |
| 50% | 8 | 79.50 | 0.01 | 1275 | 0.126 | 1.51 |
| 60% | 1 | 0.00 | 1.67 | 1435 | 0.193 | 2.32 |
| 60% | 2 | 13.58 | 1.45 | 1444 | 0.191 | 2.29 |
| 60% | 3 | 26.51 | 1.29 | 1457 | 0.187 | 2.24 |
| 60% | 4 | 40.71 | 1.08 | 1497 | 0.177 | 2.12 |
| 60% | 5 | 53.38 | 1.07 | 1458 | 0.187 | 2.24 |
| 60% | 6 | 67.27 | 0.79 | 1441 | 0.191 | 2.29 |
| 60% | 7 | 81.18 | 0.42 | 1474 | 0.182 | 2.18 |
| 60% | 8 | 94.32 | -0.01 | 1503 | 0.176 | 2.11 |
| 70% | 1 | 0.00 | 2.09 | 1639 | 0.266 | 3.19 |
| 70% | 2 | 14.35 | 1.95 | 1643 | 0.264 | 3.17 |
| 70% | 3 | 30.50 | 1.72 | 1661 | 0.261 | 3.13 |
| 70% | 4 | 44.60 | 1.49 | 1696 | 0.250 | 3.00 |
| 70% | 5 | 60.98 | 1.42 | 1664 | 0.261 | 3.13 |
| 70% | 6 | 77.30 | 1.07 | 1639 | 0.267 | 3.20 |
| 70% | 7 | 91.67 | 0.66 | 1678 | 0.254 | 3.05 |
| 70% | 8 | 108.21 | 0.03 | 1713 | 0.244 | 2.93 |
| 80% | 1 | 0.00 | 2.75 | 1826 | 0.358 | 4.30 |
| 80% | 2 | 16.15 | 2.46 | 1840 | 0.357 | 4.28 |
| 80% | 3 | 34.85 | 2.16 | 1861 | 0.348 | 4.18 |
| 80% | 4 | 50.66 | 1.89 | 1902 | 0.334 | 4.01 |
| 80% | 5 | 69.38 | 1.80 | 1857 | 0.350 | 4.20 |
| 80% | 6 | 86.23 | 1.44 | 1844 | 0.357 | 4.28 |
| 80% | 7 | 104.84 | 0.82 | 1878 | 0.343 | 4.12 |
| 80% | 8 | 122.69 | -0.04 | 1929 | 0.327 | 3.92 |
| 90% | 1 | 0.00 | 3.34 | 2010 | 0.471 | 5.65 |
| 90% | 2 | 18.10 | 3.02 | 2024 | 0.468 | 5.62 |
| 90% | 3 | 39.16 | 2.66 | 2049 | 0.458 | 5.50 |
| 90% | 4 | 56.78 | 2.29 | 2105 | 0.439 | 5.27 |
| 90% | 5 | 77.80 | 2.21 | 2031 | 0.462 | 5.54 |
| 90% | 6 | 96.28 | 1.72 | 2023 | 0.468 | 5.62 |
| 90% | 7 | 116.98 | 0.84 | 2076 | 0.446 | 5.35 |
| 90% | 8 | 136.48 | -0.02 | 2129 | 0.425 | 5.10 |
| 100% | 1 | 0.00 | 3.87 | 2164 | 0.586 | 7.03 |
| 100% | 2 | 19.65 | 3.51 | 2177 | 0.580 | 6.96 |
| 100% | 3 | 42.64 | 3.06 | 2206 | 0.567 | 6.80 |
| 100% | 4 | 62.05 | 2.70 | 2264 | 0.544 | 6.53 |
| 100% | 5 | 84.73 | 2.52 | 2181 | 0.579 | 6.95 |
| 100% | 6 | 105.30 | 1.91 | 2177 | 0.581 | 6.97 |
| 100% | 7 | 127.84 | 1.08 | 2207 | 0.571 | 6.85 |
| 100% | 8 | 148.41 | -0.02 | 2288 | 0.530 | 6.36 |
Manufacturer numerical curves: NF-A14x25 G2 LS-PWM and industrialPPC-3000
Noctua’s datasheets provide 5 points in m³/h, converted here to CFM. Rated speed is not a measured value at every point, nor is this the standard G2 curve scaled using fan laws.
| Q(CFM) | Q(m³/h) | P(mmH₂O) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.00 | 0.0 | 0.71 |
| 12.24 | 20.8 | 0.48 |
| 22.66 | 38.5 | 0.36 |
| 35.37 | 60.1 | 0.25 |
| 48.03 | 81.6 | 0.00 |
| Q(CFM) | Q(m³/h) | P(mmH₂O) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.00 | 0.0 | 6.58 |
| 38.67 | 65.7 | 4.75 |
| 78.22 | 132.9 | 3.38 |
| 112.65 | 191.4 | 2.44 |
| 158.50 | 269.3 | 0.00 |
Curve-data coverage for 27 models
| Model | Data level | Conditions and limitations |
|---|---|---|
| Phanteks T30-140 | Endpoints only | The existing official page gives only maximum airflow/static pressure for three modes; the manual’s curve is PWM→RPM. Existing HWCooling data compares separate obstacles and noise levels and cannot form a P–Q curve at one fixed control setting. |
| Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 PWM | Laboratory numerical curves | All published fixed-PWM load sweeps in Cybenetics Section E were obtained. |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro PST | Laboratory numerical curves | All published fixed-PWM load sweeps in Cybenetics Section E were obtained. |
| ARCTIC BioniX P14 A-RGB | Laboratory numerical curves | All published fixed-PWM load sweeps in Cybenetics Section E were obtained. |
| ARCTIC P14 Max | Laboratory numerical curves | All published fixed-PWM load sweeps in Cybenetics Section E were obtained. |
| ARCTIC P14 PWM PST | Endpoints only | The existing official product page and 2-page specification PDF provide only airflow/pressure endpoints. Tweakers’ endpoints at different noise levels cannot be joined into a full P–Q curve. |
| be quiet! Silent Wings Pro 4 140mm PWM | Laboratory numerical curves | All published fixed-PWM load sweeps in Cybenetics Section E were obtained. |
| be quiet! Silent Wings 4 140mm PWM high-speed | Endpoints only | The existing product page verifies maximum airflow/static pressure. A Performance curve attachment link exists, but downloads in this environment returned 404/403/unsupported format. Its axes and curves could not be checked, so it is not treated as an obtained P–Q curve. Tweakers’ endpoints are also insufficient. |
| Corsair RS140 MAX | Laboratory numerical curves | All published fixed-PWM load sweeps in Cybenetics Section E were obtained. |
| Corsair RS140 | Endpoints only | The existing official page provides a speed range and airflow/static-pressure endpoints. No fixed-control P–Q points or original plot for this model were obtained; RS140 MAX data cannot substitute for it. |
| Corsair RS140 II | Endpoints only | The existing official RS II introduction provides the updated specifications/endpoints, but no P–Q points were obtained. RS140 or RS140 MAX curves cannot substitute for this newer version. |
| Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 14 Pro | vendor_curve_image | The existing official page includes an original P/Q comparison plot of TOUGHFAN 14 Pro and TOUGHFAN 14 in CFM/mmH₂O. It is only an image, without point-by-point values or RPM/PWM conditions. The original can be displayed, but not used for precise 25 dBA comparisons. |
| Thermaltake TOUGHFAN EX14 Pro Swappable Edition | Endpoints only | The existing official page gives separate forward/reverse blade endpoints; no EX14 Pro-specific P–Q curve was obtained. Although forward-blade endpoints match TOUGHFAN 14 Pro, this does not justify reusing its entire curve. |
| Lian Li UNI FAN AL140 V2 | Endpoints only | The existing official page lists AL140 V2 endpoints only. Its performance comparisons mainly cover 120 mm models such as AL120 V2 and cannot apply to 140 mm. Tweakers’ noise-specific endpoints are insufficient to determine a curve. |
| Lian Li UNI FAN TL 140 | Endpoints only | The existing official page lists TL140 endpoints and controller requirements. No fixed-control P–Q points or original plots were obtained; intermediate sections cannot be invented from manufacturer maxima. |
| Phanteks D30-140 D-RGB forward blade | Endpoints only | The existing official page lists separate forward/reverse blade endpoints; no full P–Q curve for the 140 mm forward-blade version was obtained. T30 or D30-120 curves must not be borrowed. |
| SilverStone Shark Force 140 | Endpoints only | The existing Japanese distributor page lists only ranges such as 0–2200 rpm, 0–120 CFM, and 0–4 mmH₂O, not a multipoint P–Q sweep at one control setting. |
| Super Flower MEGACOOL 140mm | Laboratory numerical curves | Full report /87 corresponding to the existing Cybenetics ISO17025 page contains 10 PWM settings and 80 numerical measurement points. The model is explicitly labeled Mid Speed. These curves apply only to this mode and cannot represent the 2700 rpm High mode. |
| Cooler Master Mobius 140P ARGB | Endpoints only | The existing official page and current materials provide only endpoints such as maximum airflow/static pressure, with no verifiable full P–Q curve. Acoustic-equipment information also does not provide intermediate aerodynamic points. |
| NZXT F140P (new B2/W2 version) | Endpoints only | The existing B2/W2 product pages list updated endpoints; no full B2/W2 P–Q curve was obtained. The separately included 2022 support page covers a different version and cannot substitute. |
| Fractal Design Momentum 14 Black | Endpoints only | The existing official page and 8-page Japanese Product Sheet are specification tables, with no full P–Q curve for non-RGB Momentum14. Its data must not be mixed with RGB-version endpoints. |
| Phanteks M25G2-140 non-RGB | Endpoints only | The existing official page gives non-RGB maximum airflow/static pressure; no intermediate P–Q points or original plot was obtained. ARGB and non-RGB versions must not share data merely because their names are similar. |
| Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 LS-PWM | Manufacturer numerical curve | The Technical specifications PDF from Downloads on the existing model’s official page provides 5 numerical points in Section 3.2 on page 7, at the rated 800 rpm/12 V condition. These are manufacturer data, not a standard G2 curve scaled using fan laws. |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro PST CO | vendor_curve_image | Page 2 of the existing 3-page official Spec Sheet contains a P/Q plot and 1 separate PWM→RPM plot. The P/Q plot does not explicitly state PWM/RPM. The original image is retained; standard FDB Pro measurements are not treated as the CO curve. |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro A-RGB | Laboratory numerical curves | All published fixed-PWM load sweeps in Cybenetics Section E were obtained. |
| Sudokoo MACH140 | Endpoints only | The existing Japanese official page lists maximum specifications such as 500–2200 rpm, 129 CFM, and 5.91 mmH₂O. No full P–Q plot or intermediate values were obtained from the pages read; maximum endpoints cannot establish performance in the radiator operating region. |
| Noctua NF-A14 industrialPPC-3000 PWM(12 V) | Manufacturer numerical curve | The Technical specifications PDF from Downloads on the existing 12 V model’s official page gives 5 numerical points at 3000 rpm/12 V in Section 3.2 on page 7. They are not mixed with 24 V or 2000 rpm models. |
Applying this to a fan box: address resonance through both airflow path and mounting
Resonance is common in DIY and external fan boxes. If the enclosure accepts 27 mm fans, two P14 Pro PST fans with independent speed control and secure mounting are the lowest-cost starting point. If refined low-speed operation and consistent accessories matter more, G2’s Sx2-PP twin pack is attractive. This is advice for common scenarios, not measurements of a particular enclosure.
| What you hear or see | Possible mechanism | Reversible steps to try first |
|---|---|---|
| Humming only within a narrow speed range | Fan excitation resonates with the enclosure or mounts | Hold other conditions fixed and slowly sweep the speed to find the range. Adjust the fan curve to skip it; check large panels, preload at all four corners, and cable contact. |
| Much quieter when moved away from a grille or filter | Intake turbulence or blade–obstacle interaction | Increase the distance between the intake face and grille; keep the filter away from the blades. Then check whether pressure loss and temperature improve. |
| With two fans running, sound grows and fades periodically | Similar blade-passing frequencies create beating | Control them separately and first try a speed difference of about 50–100 rpm. Test each alone to rule out mechanical looseness. |
| Regular clicking or high-pitched noise even at low speed | Bearing, motor, PWM control, or sample-specific issue | Try another control port with the same specification and compare without obstacles. If the problem persists, use the retailer’s replacement policy. |
| Alternates between spinning and stopping at very low PWM | Setting below the minimum stable speed or stop threshold | Raise the minimum continuous-running setting. Treat the 0 rpm function separately from the minimum stable speed. |
In Noctua’s manufacturer tests of intake spacers (NA-IS1), five 120/140 mm fans on a round-hole perforated plate became 1.2–3.5 dB(A) quieter and gained 1.6–8.3 m³/h of airflow. On radiators, however, the tested 140 mm fans averaged about 0.4 dB(A) louder with spacers. This supports adjusting intake clearance, but the effect depends on the obstacle type.[S78]
Two 25 dBA fans do not remain at 25 dBA
For approximately uncorrelated sound sources measured at the same position: Ltotal = 10 log₁₀ Σ 10Li/10. Two sources at 25 dBA each total about 28.0 dBA; four total about 31.0 dBA. For two fans to total 25 dBA, each must be reduced to about 22 dBA, and airflow must be checked again.
Beating and enclosure resonance are different phenomena
Blade-passing frequency f = blade count × rpm ÷ 60. With 9 blades, a 50 rpm speed difference gives a 7.5 Hz difference frequency. G2 Sx2-PP’s paired design of about −25/+25 rpm can reduce periodic humming, but this does not establish that enclosure resonance has been fixed.[S79 S80]
A complete selection example: 200 W of heat, allowing a 5 °C air temperature rise
An ideal heat-balance estimate, not a whole-system temperature prediction. Assume all 200 W enters the exhaust air, air density ρ = 1.2 kg/m³, and specific heat cp = 1005 J/(kg·K), then Q = thermal power ÷ (ρ cp ΔT) ≈ 0.0332 m³/s = 119.4 m³/h = 70.3 CFM. This is the flow required after installation in the enclosure, not the free-airflow number on the box. Next estimate system resistance, use the operating point to decide on one or multiple fans, and finally verify hot-spot temperatures and total noise.
This example ignores leakage, recirculation, heat-transfer paths, and environmental changes. Intake-to-exhaust air temperature rise is not the CPU/GPU core-to-ambient temperature difference. If a filter element or long duct has high resistance, inspect its pressure-loss curve before considering a different type of blower.
Installation, control, and warranty: conditions that change the final choice
Frame thickness (27–30 mm models may interfere with radiators or the case roof), hole spacing (round G2r uses 105 mm), and control method (UNI FAN TL 140 cannot run without a compatible controller, absent from the single pack). If these three do not fit, even excellent noise-normalized figures are unusable.
| Item | Figures or conditions to confirm | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Frame thickness and outer width | P14 Pro 27 mm; BioniX 28 mm; T30, RS140 MAX, and MACH140 30 mm; TL 140 144 × 140 × 28 mm. | Case roofs, radiators, and clips may allow only 25 mm; G2’s outer envelope may also reach 27 mm with vibration pads fitted. |
| Mounting-hole spacing | Square NF-A14x25 G2: 124.5 mm; NF-A14x25r G2: 138 mm round frame, 105 mm hole spacing.[S18 S85] | “140” in the name does not guarantee matching holes; G2 and G2r are not interchangeable for sealing a square radiator mount. |
| Controller cost | UNI FAN TL 140 requires a compatible TL controller, not included in the single pack.[S39] | Before choosing it for a standard 4-pin controller or external fan box, account for controller, internal USB, power, and dimensions. |
| PST daisy-chain power | P14 Pro officially draws 0.35 A, so 3 fans nominally total 1.05 A. Under 100% PWM shut-off conditions, Cybenetics measured P14 Pro PST at 0.40 A, BioniX at 0.44 A (official 0.39 A), and G2 at 0.28 A (official 0.19 A).[S20 S06 S03 S01] | Daisy-chain support does not permit exceeding a header’s rating. Choose a powered hub based on controller-port limits, power supply, and startup headroom. |
| Thick-frame, high-output current | T30 officially draws 0.56 A each; 3 fans nominally total 1.68 A.[S16] | Premium fans may also need extra power; do not simply connect three PWM cables to one supply path. |
| Separate LEDs from the motor | ARGB commonly uses 5 V, motors 12 V; AL and TL Input Power may not be motor-only power. | Compare total watts using clearly separated fields; connectors must not be mixed either. |
| Forward and reverse blades | EX14 Pro forward blades: 119.6 CFM/3.57 mmH₂O; reverse blades: 102.3 CFM/2.95 mmH₂O, with different rated noise too.[S37] | Reversing direction does not allow reuse of forward-blade performance. T30/D30, RS/RS MAX, and TL/TL Wireless/TL LCD are also distinct products. |
Warranty duration is not a failure rate; Japanese service contacts may also differ
| Model | Manufacturer | Japanese retail channel | How to interpret |
|---|---|---|---|
| NF-A14x25 G2 PWM | 6 years | 2 years | Noctua lists 6 years. Japanese Dospara (chromax.black) and Ark (brown/black) list a 2-year distributor warranty. Do not assume Japanese stores handle the full 6 years; confirm manufacturer-claim conditions and shipping costs for years 3–6 through your purchase channel.[S18 S81 S82 S83] |
| P14 Pro PST | 6 years | 2 years | ARCTIC’s official specification sheet lists 6 years. Bic’s Japanese product information read for the original report listed 2 years (Bic rejected connections during this site’s recheck, preventing reconfirmation). Separate manufacturer duration from Japanese retail service duration, and do not treat warranty years as measured lifespan.[S21 S65] |
| MACH140 | 6 years | 2 years | Sudokoo’s Japanese official site lists 6 years, while Ark’s authorized-distributor version lists 2. Both are shown; confirm the service contact and conditions for the longer period before buying.[S84 S70] |
| TOUGHFAN 14 Pro | 5 years | 5 years | Thermaltake’s Japanese official site states a 5-year warranty; Bic product information read for the original report also listed a 5-year manufacturer warranty.[S102 S69] |
| Silent Wings Pro 4 140mm PWM | 5 years | 5 years | The Japanese product introduction lists a 5-year warranty. Keep proof of purchase from an authorized channel.[S67] |
This note lacks long-term data sufficient to compare failure rates across multiple retail batches. It therefore makes no claims such as “brand X has an X% failure rate” or “six years must be more durable than five.” FDB, SSO2, VAPO, and LCP describe structures and materials; lifespan also depends on temperature, lubrication, orientation, speed, production batch, and operating environment. Ticking or PWM whine encountered in reviews is only a clue for arrival inspection.
27 representative models and key variants: full specifications
Manufacturer figures verify specifications; they do not directly determine recommendation ranks. The noise-normalized column contains only obtained same-platform data, never substituted from a similar model. 25 mm means nominal frame thickness; vibration pads or connectors may protrude. CFM, mmH₂O, and dBA are manufacturer maxima, not one operating point.
Showing all 27 models.
| Model, SKU, and tags | Frame thickness mm | Speed | Maximum airflow CFM | Maximum static pressure mmH₂O | Manufacturer noise dBA | Noise-normalized airflow/static pressure | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phanteks T30-140PH-F140T30_BG (single); PH-F140T30_BG_3P (three-pack)Premium radiator, thick frame, 30 mm, Japanese sales unconfirmedTop 10: No. 7 | 30 | Up to 2500 rpm | 139.6237.2 m³/h | 5.41 | 44.3 | Obstructed-airflow measurementsHWCooling, no noise-normalized endpoints | Specifications and positioning |
| Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 PWMNF-A14x25 G2 PWM;NF-A14x25 G2 PWM chromax.blackQuiet airflow, stable low speed, premium, 25 mmTop 10: No. 2 | 25 | Up to 1500 rpm | 91.58155.6 m³/h | 2.56 | 24.8 | 73.31/1.62Cybenetics 25 dBA | Specifications and positioning |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro PSTACFAN00314A (black single); ACFAN00319A (black five-pack); ACFAN00317A (white single)Value for money, high static pressure, 27 mm, standard PWMTop 10: No. 1 | 27 | 400–2500 rpm | 110186.9 m³/h | 5.2 | Not published | 61.61/2.72Cybenetics 25 dBA | Specifications and positioning |
| ARCTIC BioniX P14 A-RGBACFAN00339AHigh static pressure, ARGB, daisy-chain, awaiting Japanese launchTop 10: No. 6 | 28 | Specification sheet: 400–2500 rpm | 110186.9 m³/h | 5.4 | Not published | 64.44/2.81Cybenetics 25 dBA | Specifications and positioning |
| ARCTIC P14 MaxACFAN00287A (black)High output, older model, discontinued by Japanese distributor | 27 | 400–2800 rpm | 95161.4 m³/h | 4.18 | Not published | 63.91/1.70Cybenetics 25 dBA | Specifications and positioning |
| ARCTIC P14 PWM PSTACFAN00125A (black single)Older model, low-cost baseline, 27 mm | 27 | 200–1700 rpm | 72.8123.7 m³/h | 2.4 | 0.3 sone | 55.19/1.29Cybenetics 25 dBA | Specifications and positioning |
| be quiet! Silent Wings Pro 4 140mm PWMBL099 (black); BL119 (white)Premium, 25 mm, multiple modesTop 10: No. 8 | 25 | Up to 2400 rpm | 97.4165.5 m³/h | 3.64 | 36.8 | 57.89/1.30Cybenetics 25 dBA | Specifications and positioning |
| be quiet! Silent Wings 4 140mm PWM high-speedBL097 (black)25 mm, non-Pro, standard PWM | 25 | Up to 1900 rpm | 78.4133.2 m³/h | 2.36 | 29.3 | 47.86/0.89Cybenetics 25 dBA | Specifications and positioning |
| Corsair RS140 MAXCO-9050174-WW (single); CO-9050175-WW (twin pack)Quiet airflow, thick frame, 30 mmTop 10: No. 5 | 30 | Official page key specification: 400–1600 rpm | 104176.7 m³/h | 2.4 | 31 | 68.65/1.10Cybenetics 25 dBA | Specifications and positioning |
| Corsair RS140CO-9050190-WW (single); CO-9050191-WW (twin pack)Standard PWM, 25 mm, non-MAX | 25 | 330–1700 rpm | 95.5162.3 m³/h | 3.46 | 36 | — | Specifications and positioning |
| Corsair RS140 IICO-9051077-WWNew model, 26 mm, specifications awaiting measurements | 26 | 0, 330–1700 rpm (official series specification table) | 96163.1 m³/h | 3.5 | 36 | — | Specifications and positioning |
| Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 14 ProCL-F140-PL14BL-A (single; Japanese price refers to this package); CL-F160-PL14BL-A (twin pack)Premium radiator, 25 mm, sound inspection neededTop 10: No. 4 | 25 | 500–2000 rpm | 119.6203.2 m³/h | 3.57 | 31.6 | 80.86 m³/h/0.69Tweakers 25 dBA | Specifications and positioning |
| Thermaltake TOUGHFAN EX14 Pro Swappable EditionCL-F172-PL14BL-A (three-pack)Interchangeable blades, 25 mm, distinguish variants | 25 | 500–2000 rpm | 119.6203.2 m³/h | 3.57 | 31.6 | — | Specifications and positioning |
| Lian Li UNI FAN AL140 V2UF-AL140V2-1B (black); UF-AL140V2-1W (white)ARGB, strong shut-off static pressure, 25 mmTop 10: No. 9 | 25 | 0、250–1600 rpm | 81.6138.6 m³/h | 2.8 | 26.8 | 74.35 m³/h/1.32Tweakers 25 dBA | Specifications and positioning |
| Lian Li UNI FAN TL 14014TL1B (black forward blade); 14TL1W (white forward blade)ARGB, controller required, 144 mm outer widthTop 10: No. 10 | 28 | 0、200–1800 rpm | 103.9176.5 m³/h | 2.34 | 29 | 70.70/1.25Cybenetics 25 dBA | Specifications and positioning |
| Phanteks D30-140 D-RGB forward bladePH-F140D30_DRGB_PWM_WT01 (white single); PH-F140D30_DRGB_PWM_WT01_3P (white three-pack)ARGB, 30 mm, Japanese sales unconfirmed | 30 | 250–1800 rpm | 71.93122.2 m³/h | 3.32 | 29.5 | — | Specifications and positioning |
| SilverStone Shark Force 140SST-SF140BHigh output, 25 mm | 25 | 0–2200 rpm | 120203.9 m³/h | 4 | 38.3 | — | Specifications and positioning |
| Super Flower MEGACOOL 140mmSF-PF141-BKExtreme airflow, 30 mm, loud at full speed | 30 | High: up to 2700±250 rpm | 175.03297.4 m³/h | 5.54 | 50.59 | 56.92/0.60Cybenetics 25 dBA | Specifications and positioning |
| Cooler Master Mobius 140P ARGBMFZ-M4DN-19NP2-R1ARGB, 25 mm, specification comparison | 25 | 0–1900 rpm | 76.5130.0 m³/h | 2.3 | 30 | — | Specifications and positioning |
| NZXT F140P (new B2/W2 version)RF-P14SF-B2 (black); RF-P14SF-W2 (white)High rated static pressure, 25 mm, new B2 version | 25 | 500–1700±200 rpm | 93.2158.3 m³/h | 4.45 | 30 | — | Specifications and positioning |
| Fractal Design Momentum 14 BlackFD-F-MO1-1401LCP, 25 mm, next-generation candidate | 25 | 350–1800 rpm | 79.79135.6 m³/h | 2.26 | 31.9 | — | Specifications and positioning |
| Phanteks M25G2-140 non-RGBPH-F140M25_G2_BBK01 (single); PH-F140M25_G2_BBK01_3P (three-pack)High rated airflow, 25 mm, non-RGB | 25 | 350–1800 rpm | 101.78172.9 m³/h | 2.23 | 36.4 | — | Specifications and positioning |
| Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 LS-PWMNF-A14x25 G2 LS-PWMLow maximum speed, 25 mm, low airflow | 25 | Up to 800 rpm | 48.0381.6 m³/h | 0.71 | 11.4 | — | Specifications and positioning |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro PST COACFAN00316ADual ball bearings, continuous-operation focus, 27 mm | 27 | 400–2500 rpm | 110186.9 m³/h | 5.2 | Not published | 70.26 m³/h/1.27Tweakers 25 dBA | Specifications and positioning |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro A-RGBACFAN00315A (black single); ACFAN00320A (black three-pack); ACFAN00318A (white single); ACFAN00321A (white three-pack)High static pressure, ARGB, 27 mmTop 10: No. 3 | 27 | 400–2500 rpm | 110186.9 m³/h | 5.2 | Not published | 62.42/2.86Cybenetics 25 dBA | Specifications and positioning |
| Sudokoo MACH140R-MACH140-GYWPN1-GAS (black; Japanese retail name MACH140-BK, EAN 8881300820060)High rated static pressure, 30 mm, in stock in Japan | 30 | 500–2200 rpm | 129219.2 m³/h | 5.91 | 39.9 | — | Specifications and positioning |
| Noctua NF-A14 industrialPPC-3000 PWM(12 V)NF-A14 industrialPPC-3000 PWMIndustrial model, 12 V version, loud at full speed | 25 | Up to 3000 rpm | 158.5269.3 m³/h | 6.58 | 41.3 | — | Specifications and positioning |
Per-model specifications, notes, and positioning
Phanteks T30-140: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 30 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- Up to 2500 rpm; Performance up to 2000 rpm; Hybrid up to 1200 rpm and stops below 50% PWM. Minimum continuous speed by mode is not officially listed.
- Current
- 12 V; maximum 0.56 A; Performance 0.29 A; Hybrid 0.10 A
- Power
- Maximum 6.72 W; Performance 3.48 W; Hybrid 1.20 W
- Bearing
- Magnetic-levitation DUAL VAPO; specification sheet says VAPO bearing system
- Warranty
- 6 years
- Connection
- Standard 4-pin PWM, supports cable daisy-chaining; extension cable included
- Noise notes
- Official maximum noise in Advanced mode; Performance 38.1 dBA, Hybrid 23.2 dBA. Do not rank directly against other manufacturers’ dBA values.
- Notes
- 30 mm thick: verify radiator/case clearance and screw length. The official summary lists maximum airflow as 140.0 CFM, while the mode table says 139.6 CFM; this entry uses the mode table. Hybrid is a PWM mode, not a bearing name. The official site does not call the bearing Two Ball. Maximum airflow and maximum static pressure are different operating points.
- Positioning
- Performance-focused users should consider it: measure clearance first, then listen to grille-related sound. Japanese stock and delivered price are unconfirmed, so it cannot directly be treated as the most cost-effective in-stock choice.
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Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 PWM: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 25 mm; officially 140 × 140 × 27 mm including vibration pads
- Speed/stop behavior
- Up to 1500 rpm; 300 rpm at 20% PWM; stops at 0% PWM; L.N.A. up to 1250 rpm
- Current
- 12 V; maximum 0.19 A
- Power
- Maximum 2.28 W
- Bearing
- SSO2
- Warranty
- 6 years
- Connection
- Standard 4-pin PWM; Y-splitter and 30 cm extension cable included
- Noise notes
- Official maximum; L.N.A. is 19.7 dBA.
- Notes
- Brown and chromax.black have the same main official performance figures, but this does not imply identical measurements across all batches. Official hole spacing is 124.5 × 124.5 mm. 300 rpm at 20% PWM is not a verified minimum stable speed. L.N.A. airflow is 74.81 CFM and static pressure 1.30 mmH₂O. Distinguish the round NF-A14x25r G2 with 105 mm hole spacing.
- Positioning
- Most confidence in low-noise airflow, low-speed adjustability, and broad usefulness. Its premium price buys usable headroom and convenient accessories. Compare brown, black, and twin-pack prices separately.
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ARCTIC P14 Pro PST: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 27 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- 400–2500 rpm; stops below 5% PWM
- Current
- 12 V;0.35 A
- Power
- 4.20 W (calculated as 12 V × 0.35 A, not measured)
- Bearing
- Fluid Dynamic Bearing(FDB)
- Warranty
- 6 years
- Connection
- Standard 4-pin PWM plug + daisy-chain socket; 400 mm main cable + 80 mm daisy-chain cable
- Noise notes
- Official technical specifications do not list maximum dBA. Marketing mentions a 25 dB(A) comparison; this is not maximum-speed noise.
- Notes
- P14 Pro uses a new blade design (official blade count not listed); do not apply old P14, P14 Max, or P12 Pro data. Verify room for 27 mm thickness. CO changes to dual ball bearings, and A-RGB has separate LED power consumption; identical official endpoints do not guarantee identical measured sound character. The current is the official rating, not a measured ceiling across all resistance and startup states.
- Positioning
- The easiest value recommendation in Japan. Its clear static-pressure gain matters more than the few-CFM difference from Max.
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ARCTIC BioniX P14 A-RGB: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 28 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- Specification sheet 400–2500 rpm; product copy on the same page 450–2500 rpm; stops below 5% PWM
- Current
- Fan 12 V, 0.39 A; LEDs separately 5 V, 0.60 A
- Power
- Motor 4.68 W, LEDs 3.00 W (both calculated from V × A, not measured)
- Bearing
- Fluid Dynamic Bearing(FDB)
- Warranty
- 6 years
- Connection
- Frames connect using Bridge Modules; external standard 4-pin PWM and 3-pin 5 V A-RGB. Inter-group Bridge Cable is included only in the three-pack. Single pack: 400 mm input cable + two bridge modules.
- Noise notes
- Official technical specifications do not list maximum dBA.
- Notes
- This is the new BioniX P14 A-RGB, not the old BioniX P140. The official site gives minimum speeds of both 400 and 450 rpm; the contradiction is retained. 28 mm thick. HWCooling already has same-platform measurements in 2026, so it cannot be labeled wholly untested independently. Japanese price/stock needs separate checking.
- Positioning
- Noise-normalized data and cable management both stand out; the pending Japanese launch is the main current limitation. Do not confuse it with old BioniX P140.
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ARCTIC P14 Max: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 27 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- 400–2800 rpm; stops below 3% PWM
- Current
- 12 V;0.35 A
- Power
- 4.20 W (calculated as 12 V × 0.35 A, not measured)
- Bearing
- Fluid Dynamic Bearing(FDB)
- Warranty
- 6 years
- Connection
- Standard 4-pin PWM; 400 mm cable; this model has no PST daisy-chain socket
- Noise notes
- The official technical specifications checked do not list maximum dBA.
- Notes
- Official P14 Max uses FDB. The product page identifies ACFAN00287A as black, but the official specification PDF reverses the colors of 00287A/00304A. Do not apply P12 Max bearing details or other revision information. Its 2800 rpm ceiling exceeds P14 Pro’s, but this does not imply better noise-normalized performance.
- Positioning
- Existing owners can keep using it. For new purchases in Japan, prioritize Pro rather than discontinued listings or stock of unclear origin. Low-speed sound needs individual assessment.
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ARCTIC P14 PWM PST: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 27 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- 200–1700 rpm; stops below 5% PWM (current specifications checked)
- Current
- 12 V;0.12 A
- Power
- 1.44 W (calculated as 12 V × 0.12 A, not measured)
- Bearing
- Fluid Dynamic Bearing(FDB)
- Warranty
- 6 years
- Connection
- Standard 4-pin PWM plug + daisy-chain socket; 400 mm cable
- Noise notes
- Official rating is 0.3 sone; it cannot be directly rewritten as dBA.
- Notes
- Retained as an older-model price/performance comparison. Revisions may differ in stop behavior and sound; match the tested revision. The official PDF converts airflow to 123.80 m³/h, versus 123.76 m³/h on the product page—a minor rounding difference.
- Positioning
- An older low-cost baseline. Cybenetics has same-platform data, but the report’s registered bearing and thickness differ from current specifications, so it is reference only.
Sources S24 S25 · Back to the overview table
be quiet! Silent Wings Pro 4 140mm PWM: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 25 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- Up to 2400 rpm; three maximum-speed modes; minimum continuous speed not listed; current official site labels Zero RPM mode
- Current
- 12 V;Input current 0.50 A;Safety current 0.50 A
- Power
- 6.0 W
- Bearing
- Fluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB); six-pole motor
- Warranty
- 5 years
- Connection
- Standard 4-pin PWM; no built-in daisy-chain; 500 mm cable; interchangeable case/radiator mounting corners included
- Noise notes
- Official maximum at 100% PWM/12 V.
- Notes
- Pro and standard Silent Wings 4 HS do not share the same maximum-speed specification. The current official site marks fan-stop support but provides no readable PWM stop threshold in this review. Official airflow is 97.4 CFM versus 97.41 in the Japanese distributor table; the official site’s value is used.
- Positioning
- 25 mm, mounting corners, and mode switching are practical. When priced near G2, choose based on installation and actual sound; noise-normalized numbers do not make it an automatic first choice.
Sources S26 S27 · Back to the overview table
be quiet! Silent Wings 4 140mm PWM high-speed: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 25 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- Up to 1900 rpm; minimum continuous speed not listed; current official site labels Zero RPM mode
- Current
- 12 V; Safety current 0.40 A; no value in the Input current field
- Power
- 4.8 W (official)
- Bearing
- Fluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB); six-pole motor
- Warranty
- 5 years
- Connection
- Standard 4-pin PWM; no built-in daisy-chain; mounts with screws or vibration-isolating push pins
- Noise notes
- Official maximum at 100% PWM/12 V.
- Notes
- Check high-speed and BL097 to avoid buying the lower-maximum-speed standard version. 0.40 A is official Safety current, not measured average consumption. PWM stop threshold is not listed.
- Positioning
- Tweakers and Cybenetics disagree on noise-normalized performance. Confirm high-speed BL097 to avoid buying the lower-speed standard version.
Sources S28 · Back to the overview table
Corsair RS140 MAX: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 30 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- Official page key specifications say 400–1600 rpm; Tech Specs on the same page say 425–1600 rpm (same lower limit as RS120 MAX), a contradiction
- Current
- Official product page lists 0.22 A; rated voltage not listed on this page
- Power
- Official product page does not list W; HWB’s transcription of official specifications gives 12 V, 2.64 W—not measured by this note’s author
- Bearing
- Magnetic Dome
- Warranty
- 5 years
- Connection
- Standard 4-pin PWM, not iCUE LINK; daisy-chaining not mentioned on the official page; long radiator screws and Hydro X screws included
- Noise notes
- Official range: 10–31 dBA.
- Notes
- MAX has a 30 mm frame and LCP blades; it is not simply RS140’s motor sped up. Do not apply RS120 MAX’s 4.2 mmH₂O: this model is 2.4. Japan’s ASK lists the twin pack as discontinued; verify single-fan price/stock separately. Fan-stop support is confirmed by HWB’s specification transcription; the official product page did not clearly state it in this review.
- Positioning
- 30 mm but standard PWM, suited to low-noise airflow. Official maximum static pressure is only 2.4, so MAX does not mean strongest pressure.
Sources S29 S30 S31 · Back to the overview table
Corsair RS140: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 25 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- 330–1700 rpm; supports Zero RPM
- Current
- 12 V;0.45 A
- Power
- 5.40 W (calculated as 12 V × 0.45 A, not measured)
- Bearing
- Magnetic Dome
- Warranty
- 5 years
- Connection
- Standard 4-pin PWM cable daisy-chaining; not iCUE LINK
- Noise notes
- Official range: 10–36 dBA.
- Notes
- This is first-generation RS140, not RS140 MAX or 2026’s RS140 II. ARGB models in the series have separate lighting cables and LED power consumption; these should not be included in this non-RGB motor field.
- Positioning
- Retained as a market-comparison candidate. Still lacks sufficiently consistent equal-noise, equal-obstacle figures, so it is not placed ahead of the core recommendations.
Sources S32 S33 · Back to the overview table
Corsair RS140 II: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 26 mm (official series specification table); product option says 25 mm—verify actual installation
- Speed/stop behavior
- 0, 330–1700 rpm (official series specification table); product-page Tech Specs incorrectly lists 420–2100 rpm, inconsistent with the 140 mm description
- Current
- 12 V; maximum 0.45 A; typical 0.18 A
- Power
- Maximum 5.40 W, typical 2.16 W (calculated from official V × A, not measured)
- Bearing
- Magnetic Dome
- Warranty
- 5 years
- Connection
- Standard 4-pin PWM cable daisy-chaining; 600 mm PWM extension included; not iCUE LINK
- Noise notes
- Official series specification range: 10–36 dBA. New-product copy does not establish measured superiority over the previous generation.
- Notes
- The official series introduction, updated 2026-09-17, clearly separates RS120 II and RS140 II. This entry uses that table’s 330–1700 rpm and 26 mm thickness. Product-page speed and thickness contradict it and must not be silently ignored. This review has not obtained independent measurements sufficient for a noise-normalized ranking.
- Positioning
- Retained as a market-comparison candidate. Still lacks sufficiently consistent equal-noise, equal-obstacle figures, so it is not placed ahead of the core recommendations.
Sources S34 S35 · Back to the overview table
Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 14 Pro: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 25 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- 500–2000 rpm; L.N.C. 500–1500 rpm; stop behavior not listed
- Current
- 12 V;0.36 A
- Power
- 4.32 W
- Bearing
- Hydraulic Bearing Gen.2
- Warranty
- 5-year global product warranty (official-site description)
- Connection
- Standard 4-pin PWM; confirm low-noise speed-reduction accessory package contents by SKU
- Noise notes
- Official maximum; L.N.C. is 24.5 dBA.
- Notes
- Do not directly compare a Japanese single-fan price with a twin-pack total. Performance here comes from the official twin-pack page, per fan. The official table mislabels the 12 V and 0.36 A fields; units and 4.32 W identify them—it is not 0.36 V. L.N.C. gives 87.6 CFM, 2.18 mmH₂O. Keep it separate from interchangeable-blade EX14 Pro.
- Positioning
- Backed by real radiator-efficiency tests, 25 mm and cheaper than G2. The downside is sound variation between samples in the original test, which should be part of arrival inspection.
Sources S36 · Back to the overview table
Thermaltake TOUGHFAN EX14 Pro Swappable Edition: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 25 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- 500–2000 rpm; official stop behavior not listed
- Current
- 12 V;0.30 A
- Power
- 3.6 W
- Bearing
- Hydraulic Bearing
- Warranty
- Not listed on the official product page checked; confirm with Japanese distributor and packaging
- Connection
- MagForce 2.0 magnetic daisy-chain; external 4-pin PWM; interchangeable standard/reverse blades
- Noise notes
- This entry uses standard blades; official reverse-blade noise is 34.1 dBA.
- Notes
- These figures apply only to standard blades. Reverse-blade maxima: 102.3 CFM, 2.95 mmH₂O, 34.1 dBA. Matching TOUGHFAN 14 Pro endpoints does not imply identical bearings, sound, or warranty. The official site mentions removable blades for cleaning and lubrication; follow the manual.
- Positioning
- Retained as a market-comparison candidate. Still lacks sufficiently consistent equal-noise, equal-obstacle figures, so it is not placed ahead of the core recommendations.
Sources S37 · Back to the overview table
Lian Li UNI FAN AL140 V2: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 25 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- 0、250–1600 rpm
- Current
- Fan 12 V, LEDs 5 V; official currents are not separated by circuit
- Power
- Official Input Power 6.32 W does not separate motor and LEDs; unsuitable for directly calculating motor airflow per W
- Bearing
- Fluid Dynamic Bearing(FDB)
- Warranty
- 2 years
- Connection
- Single pack includes 4-pin PWM + 3-pin SM lighting cable and motherboard ARGB adapter; frame daisy-chaining supported
- Noise notes
- Official maximum.
- Notes
- AL140 V2 is 25 mm thick, while AL120 V2 is 28 mm; do not mix dimensions. The 140 mm single pack lacks a controller but can connect to a motherboard using included cables, unlike TL, which requires a proprietary controller.
- Positioning
- Good noise-normalized static pressure in Tweakers, 25 mm ARGB without a controller. Only one platform’s data; Japanese price awaits confirmation.
Sources S38 · Back to the overview table
Lian Li UNI FAN TL 140: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 144 × 140 × 28 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- 0、200–1800 rpm
- Current
- Fan 12 V, LEDs 5 V; official currents are not separated by circuit
- Power
- Official Input Power 4.6 W, without motor/LED breakdown
- Bearing
- Fluid Dynamic Bearing(FDB)
- Warranty
- 3 years
- Connection
- Proprietary UNI FAN TL controller and cables; requires controller, PCIe power, and internal USB; cannot run from a single direct 4-pin PWM connection
- Noise notes
- Official forward-blade maximum; reverse blade 31 dBA.
- Notes
- The official site explicitly says TL fans will not operate without a TL controller; the 140 mm single pack does not include one. TL and TL LCD share a controller but use different cables—do not mix them. Separate forward and reverse blades: reverse gives 101.6 CFM, 2.27 mmH₂O, 31 dBA. Verify compatibility with the 144 mm outer frame length.
- Positioning
- Strong noise-normalized airflow, suited to users who accept Lian Li’s controller/cable ecosystem. Account for controller cost first in a generic external fan box.
Sources S39 · Back to the overview table
Phanteks D30-140 D-RGB forward blade: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 30 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- 250–1800 rpm; official stop behavior not listed
- Current
- Motor maximum 0.15 A; LEDs maximum 0.45 A; official motor operating voltage 5–13.2 V
- Power
- Motor maximum ≤1.8 W (official); LEDs separate
- Bearing
- Fluid Dynamic Bearing(FDB)
- Warranty
- 3-year limited warranty
- Connection
- 4-pin PWM daisy-chain; D-RGB uses 3-pin JST daisy-chain. Single pack includes 1 D-RGB motherboard adapter cable; three-pack includes 2.
- Noise notes
- Official forward-blade maximum in this entry; reverse blade is 32.1 dBA.
- Notes
- Uses the verified white forward-blade SKU. Reverse blades differ: 71.76 CFM, 3.08 mmH₂O, 32.1 dBA. 30 mm thick. Do not misattribute D30 reverse-blade 3.08 mmH₂O to T30-140.
- Positioning
- Retained as a market-comparison candidate. Still lacks sufficiently consistent equal-noise, equal-obstacle figures, so it is not placed ahead of the core recommendations.
Sources S40 · Back to the overview table
SilverStone Shark Force 140: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 25 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- 0–2200 rpm; minimum continuous speed not listed
- Current
- 12 V;0.30 A
- Power
- 3.6 W
- Bearing
- Fluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB); three-phase, six-pole motor
- Warranty
- Not listed on manufacturer/distributor specification pages. The original report read 1 year on Bic Camera’s product page (unreachable during this site’s recheck).
- Connection
- Standard 4-pin PWM; modular cables: 480 mm main cable, plus 125 mm and 50 mm daisy-chain cables
- Noise notes
- Japanese official distributor specification: 0–38.3 dBA; 0 denotes stopped state.
- Notes
- Manufacturer and Japanese distributor TEKWIND specifications agree. Keep separate from SST-SF140B-ARGB/SST-SF140W-ARGB. The manufacturer says fan stop must be enabled in BIOS and is not supported by all motherboards; PWM control is recommended.
- Positioning
- Retained as a market-comparison candidate. Still lacks sufficiently consistent equal-noise, equal-obstacle figures, so it is not placed ahead of the core recommendations.
Sources S41 S42 S104 · Back to the overview table
Super Flower MEGACOOL 140mm: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 30 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- High up to 2700±250 rpm; Middle 2300±200 rpm; Low 1800±200 rpm; minimum continuous speed and stop behavior not listed
- Current
- High 1.0 A; Middle 0.7 A; Low 0.35 A; voltage not listed on the official page readable in this review
- Power
- W not listed on the official page readable in this review; do not substitute consumption from another brand or mode
- Bearing
- Dual Ball Bearing (official Super Flower); Cybenetics records Two Ball
- Warranty
- 6 years (Super Flower’s official English page, since removed; based on the 2026-05-21 archive)
- Connection
- PWM; 130 mm cable + 500 mm extension; mode control and cable daisy-chaining supported (daisy-chain information from Cybenetics)
- Noise notes
- Official High-mode value; Middle 46.0 dBA, Low 39.24 dBA. “Low” does not mean a low-noise load.
- Notes
- An extreme full-speed-output candidate, not a quietness recommendation based solely on maximum airflow. Middle: 153.11 CFM/4.10 mmH₂O; Low: 110.33 CFM/2.35 mmH₂O. Include 30 mm thickness and up to 1 A rated current in compatibility checks. Model, dimensions, bearing, and warranty are also on the archived official Super Flower page.
- Positioning
- Maximum free airflow of 175.03 CFM stands out, but the manufacturer also rates noise at 50.59 dBA. At 25 dBA, only 56.92 CFM and 0.60 mmH₂O remain. Maximum-output and quiet-efficiency rankings can be completely different.
Sources S43 S45 S103 · Back to the overview table
Cooler Master Mobius 140P ARGB: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 25 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- 0–1900 rpm; minimum continuous speed not listed
- Current
- Motor 12 V, rated 0.35 A, safety current 0.40 A; LEDs separately 5 V, 0.48 A
- Power
- Motor 4.2 W (official); LEDs 2.40 W (calculated from V × A, not measured)
- Bearing
- Loop Dynamic Bearing
- Warranty
- 5 years
- Connection
- Standard 4-pin PWM; 3-pin 5 V ARGB
- Noise notes
- Official maximum.
- Notes
- Do not use 120 mm Mobius/Mobius OC data. The 8 ARGB LEDs have power separate from the motor.
- Positioning
- Retained as a market-comparison candidate. Still lacks sufficiently consistent equal-noise, equal-obstacle figures, so it is not placed ahead of the core recommendations.
Sources S46 · Back to the overview table
NZXT F140P (new B2/W2 version): specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 25 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- 500–1700±200 rpm; official stop behavior not listed
- Current
- 12 V;0.23 A
- Power
- 2.76 W
- Bearing
- Fluid Dynamic Bearing(FDB)
- Warranty
- 2 years
- Connection
- Standard 4-pin PWM; 600 mm cable
- Noise notes
- Official maximum for the new version.
- Notes
- Verify B2/W2. The 2022 B1/W1 was 26 mm thick, 1500 rpm, 99.68 CFM, 2.75 mmH₂O, 32.1 dBA—not this entry. Do not attach old-version measurements directly to new-version specifications.
- Positioning
- Retained as a market-comparison candidate. Still lacks sufficiently consistent equal-noise, equal-obstacle figures, so it is not placed ahead of the core recommendations.
Sources S47 S48 · Back to the overview table
Fractal Design Momentum 14 Black: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 25 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- 350–1800 rpm; stops at 0–10% PWM
- Current
- 12 V;0.18 A
- Power
- 2.16 W
- Bearing
- Fluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB); LCP blades
- Warranty
- 2 years
- Connection
- Standard 4-pin PWM cable daisy-chaining; 155 mm cable, extension included
- Noise notes
- Official maximum for non-RGB black version; RGB version differs.
- Notes
- Momentum 14 RGB is a different blade/performance model, officially 74.39 CFM, 2.45 mmH₂O, 28 dBA; RGB measurements must not be treated as this entry’s. The standard version’s official site omits “mm” from the static-pressure unit. The Japanese official PDF confirms mmH₂O (link now broken, checked against the 2026-05-30 archive and English Product Sheet).
- Positioning
- Retained as a market-comparison candidate. Still lacks sufficiently consistent equal-noise, equal-obstacle figures, so it is not placed ahead of the core recommendations.
Sources S49 S105 · Back to the overview table
Phanteks M25G2-140 non-RGB: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 25 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- 350–1800 rpm; official stop behavior not listed
- Current
- 12 V; official-site Max Current 0.30 A
- Power
- Official-site Max Power 3.36 W does not equal 12 V × 0.30 A = 3.60 W. Official value retained; not treated as measured consumption.
- Bearing
- Hydraulic bearing
- Warranty
- 3 years
- Connection
- Non-RGB version uses standard 4-pin PWM daisy-chain; extension included
- Noise notes
- Official maximum for forward-blade non-RGB version.
- Notes
- Uses the product-page SKU; verify the model on the actual packaging when buying. D-RGB uses Linq6 and is a different wiring SKU; reverse blades must also be separated. Do not apply the previous M25-140’s 2.80 mmH₂O.
- Positioning
- Retained as a market-comparison candidate. Still lacks sufficiently consistent equal-noise, equal-obstacle figures, so it is not placed ahead of the core recommendations.
Sources S51 S52 · Back to the overview table
Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 LS-PWM: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 25 mm; officially 140 × 140 × 27 mm including vibration pads
- Speed/stop behavior
- Up to 800 rpm; stops at 0% PWM; L.N.A. up to 600 rpm; minimum continuous speed not listed
- Current
- 12 V; maximum 0.04 A
- Power
- Maximum 0.48 W
- Bearing
- SSO2
- Warranty
- 6 years
- Connection
- Standard 4-pin PWM; Y-splitter and extension included
- Noise notes
- Official maximum; L.N.A. is 8.6 dBA.
- Notes
- LS is the low-speed version, with clearly lower airflow and pressure ceilings than standard G2. Low official dBA alone must not make it an all-round champion for high-pressure, high-airflow needs. L.N.A.: 39.73 CFM, 0.43 mmH₂O.
- Positioning
- Low-speed version limited to 800 rpm and 48.03 CFM. Not a main choice when both airflow and pressure are required; the standard PWM version can also slow down while retaining high-load headroom.
Sources S53 · Back to the overview table
ARCTIC P14 Pro PST CO: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 27 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- 400–2500 rpm; stops below 5% PWM
- Current
- 12 V;0.35 A
- Power
- 4.20 W (calculated as 12 V × 0.35 A, not measured)
- Bearing
- Dual Ball Bearing
- Warranty
- 6 years
- Connection
- Standard 4-pin PWM plug + daisy-chain socket; 400 mm main cable + 80 mm daisy-chain cable
- Noise notes
- Official technical specifications do not list maximum dBA; do not directly apply the FDB version’s measured sound character.
- Notes
- CO targets continuous operation; dual ball bearings are its core difference from regular Pro PST. Identical official airflow, pressure, and speed do not prove identical low-speed bearing noise or sample consistency.
- Positioning
- Dual ball bearings do not mean quieter operation; Tweakers’ low-noise measurements favor FDB. For everyday close-range quietness, the CO name earns no automatic extra credit.
Sources S54 S55 · Back to the overview table
ARCTIC P14 Pro A-RGB: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 27 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- 400–2500 rpm; stops below 5% PWM
- Current
- Motor 12 V, 0.35 A; LEDs separately 5 V, 0.40 A
- Power
- Motor 4.20 W, LEDs 2.00 W (both calculated from V × A, not measured)
- Bearing
- Fluid Dynamic Bearing(FDB)
- Warranty
- 6 years
- Connection
- Standard 4-pin PWM plug + daisy-chain socket; standard 3-pin 5 V A-RGB plug + daisy-chain socket
- Noise notes
- Official technical specifications do not list maximum dBA; assess sound and efficiency using same-platform tests of this A-RGB SKU.
- Notes
- 12 A-RGB LEDs. Forward version and P14 Pro Reverse A-RGB have different blades/performance and cannot share data. RGB can remain disconnected without affecting PWM motor control, but lighting power must not be mixed into motor-efficiency calculations.
- Positioning
- A high-pressure ARGB choice available in Japan. Tiny endpoint differences versus PST and BioniX may not justify paying more; focus on lighting, cable management, and price.
Sources S56 S57 · Back to the overview table
Sudokoo MACH140: specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 30 mm
- Speed/stop behavior
- 500–2200 rpm; stops at <5% PWM
- Current
- 12 V DC,0.45 A
- Power
- 5.4 W (manufacturer)
- Bearing
- Hybrid Hydraulic Bearing
- Warranty
- Official 6 years; Japanese Ark page lists 2 years—confirm differing service contacts
- Connection
- Standard 4-pin PWM; center white light can be switched off
- Noise notes
- Manufacturer rating ≤39.9 dB(A)
- Notes
- 30 mm thick, 278 g (white R-MACH140-WHWPN1-GAS is 285 g). Official FOC motor and LCP blades are design features. This report obtained no noise-normalized loaded figures directly comparable with the core candidates; 5.91 mmH₂O cannot establish first place for quietness.
- Positioning
- Available in Japan with strong manufacturer maxima, but motor specifications still do not replace noise-normalized loaded measurements. Manufacturer and Japanese retailer warranty labels also differ.
Sources S58 · Back to the overview table
Noctua NF-A14 industrialPPC-3000 PWM (12 V): specifications, notes, and positioning
- Dimensions
- 140 × 140 × 25 mm; 141 × 141 × 27 mm including vibration pads
- Speed/stop behavior
- Up to 3000 rpm; about 850 rpm at 20% PWM; stops at 0%
- Current
- 12 V, maximum 0.55 A
- Power
- Maximum 6.6 W (manufacturer)
- Bearing
- SSO2
- Warranty
- Manufacturer 6 years; Japanese service conditions depend on channel
- Connection
- Standard 4-pin PWM
- Noise notes
- Manufacturer maximum
- Notes
- Extreme-output reference. Other versions such as 24 V exist; do not buy the wrong one. High maximum airflow/static pressure does not justify a close-range quietness recommendation.
- Positioning
- Suitable for discussing output ceilings or special environments, not desk-side quietness. First verify the 12 V model.
Sources S59 · Back to the overview table
This review obtained no figures on one common reference for newer models such as RS140 II, Fractal Momentum 14, and new NZXT F140P (B2). This means this note lacks comparative evidence, not that no tests exist in the market. RGB and LCP materials do not independently determine winners.
Methods, gaps, and limitations
| Data layer | How this note uses it | What it cannot establish |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer and distributor specifications | Maxima, physical dimensions, connectors, warranty labels | That manufacturer dBA values are directly comparable fairly across brands, or that LCP is always best. |
| Cybenetics/Hardware Busters | Figures from one measurement system are treated as one body of evidence | That Hardware Busters and Cybenetics count as two fully independent laboratories. |
| Tweakers | Another platform’s 20/25 dBA endpoints for cross-checking | That distance-adjusted values can be inserted directly into Cybenetics charts. |
| HWCooling | Counterexamples involving real obstacles, sound character, and vibration | That unread interactive charts can be guessed into precise values. |
| Japanese retail and announcements | Separate tax, shipping, package, and status | That announced prices equal in-stock prices, or out-of-stock listings mean purchasable today. |
| This note’s calculations and models | Unit conversions, percentages, costs, operating-point demonstration | Measured temperatures, installed dBA, or lifespan predictions for a specific fan box. |
Still missing or insufficient
- No pressure-loss curve, structural modes, airflow, noise spectrum, or hot-spot measurements for a particular fan box; replacing one model cannot be guaranteed to eliminate resonance completely.
- Cybenetics’ 20 dBA figures appear only in the official database; report pages list 25 dBA only. No reliably extractable 30/35 dBA figures were obtained, and PWM percentages were not interpolated into noise-normalized data.
- TOUGHFAN 14 Pro, T30-140, and AL140 V2 are not in the Cybenetics database. Their ranks rely on Tweakers or HWCooling, with evidence strength different from the top three.
- No long-term reliability statistics from enough retail samples. Small performance differences or one clicking incident are not treated as a reliability ranking of an entire series.
- Some RS140 II dimension and speed fields disagree between the official series introduction and product page. The table uses the more complete series overview (26 mm, 330–1700 rpm), retaining a note.
- The original BioniX report’s date fields contradict each other. Its 25 dBA data is retained; the test year is not silently corrected.
- Cybenetics revised rating thresholds in 2026-10, rerating existing fans using old measurements. This note uses numbers, not badges from different years, for ranking.
Cybenetics report dates by model
| Model | Test date | Report publication | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 | 2024-10-14 | 2024-10-15 | [S01] |
| Lian Li UNI FAN TL 140 | Blank | 2024-02-02 | The report leaves the test date blank.[S90] |
| Corsair RS140 MAX | Blank | 2024-05-21 | The report leaves the test date blank.[S02] |
| ARCTIC BioniX P14 A-RGB | 2025-08-14 | 2026-08-28 | Source date contradiction: sample received 2026-07-27, yet test dated 2025-08-14; not silently changed.[S03] |
| ARCTIC P14 Max | Blank | 2024-04-10 | The report leaves the test date blank.[S04] |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro A-RGB | 2025-08-26 | 2025-08-26 | [S05] |
| ARCTIC P14 Pro PST | 2025-08-27 | 2025-08-27 | [S06] |
| be quiet! Silent Wings Pro 4 140mm(UHS) | Blank | 2023-12-15 | The report leaves the test date blank.[S07] |
| Super Flower MEGACOOL 140mm(Mid Speed) | Blank | 2024-02-23 | The report leaves the test date blank.[S44] |
| ARCTIC P14 PWM PST | Blank | 2024-02-27 | The report leaves the test date blank.[S88] |
| be quiet! Silent Wings 4 140mm High-Speed | Blank | 2024-04-19 | The report leaves the test date blank.[S89] |
This site’s verification log (2026-10-10)
After organizing the original report, this site reread the sources on the same day, checked figures, units, dates, and models individually, and recalculated all percentages, conversions, and price arithmetic.
- Cybenetics: the original report’s 7 models matched the report pages item by item for 25 dBA airflow/static pressure, Section D extrema, test/publication dates, and each model’s 50%/100% PWM sweep points. The uncertainty formulas, semi-anechoic chamber conditions, and PHI 2.1 (2026-10) explanation of rerating without retesting also matched. BioniX’s date-field contradiction was confirmed.[S01 S03 S08]
- Tweakers: all 40 airflow/static-pressure values for 10 models at 20/25 dBA, two percentages, and the method description matched (automated access was blocked, so archived webpage copies were used).[S09 S10 S11]
- HWCooling: conclusions, dates, and methods for T30-140, G2, P14 Pro PST, BioniX, and TOUGHFAN 14 Pro were found in the original articles. Noise-normalized thin-radiator airflow was also read from the T30 review’s chart page.[S12 S13 S14 S15 S96 S97]
- Manufacturer specifications: SKU, thickness, speed, maximum airflow, static pressure, noise, current/power, bearing, warranty, and connections for 27 models were checked against official sites and specification PDFs, with all main values matching. When Noctua, be quiet!, and other sites blocked automated retrieval, isolated browsers or web archives were used.[S18 S26 S103]
- Japanese prices: all 15 original quotes matched when reread the same day. Two Bic Camera quotes blocked by connection refusal were checked against retailer entries on a price-comparison site. Warranty and discontinued status were rechecked except on Bic pages.
- Calculations: percentages, unit conversions, uncertainty, airflow per ¥1,000, delivered totals, retailer comparisons, dBA addition, beating, the 200 W heat balance, and operating points were all recalculated and matched the text.
Corrections and additions to the original report
- Added 4 same-platform Cybenetics records omitted from the original report: UNI FAN TL 140 (25 dBA 70.70 CFM/1.25 mmH₂O), MEGACOOL (56.92/0.60), P14 PWM PST (55.19/1.29), and Silent Wings 4 140 HS (47.86/0.89), plus database 20 dBA values for 11 models. TL 140 consequently entered the top 10.[S87 S88 S89 S90 S44]
- Added HWCooling’s noise-normalized thin-radiator airflow table and corrected two statements: T30-140 leads G2 by about 15% at 31 and 33 dBA, not always single digits. Thick radiators have lower airflow in HWCooling’s data, so “thicker does not mean higher resistance” cannot be stated.[S96 S74]
- Replaced P14 Pro PST’s “current at maximum-pressure conditions” with two verifiable statements: HWCooling measured maximum static pressure about 10.8% above specification; Cybenetics measured about 0.40 A under shut-off conditions.[S14 S06]
- Added complete conditions for NA-IS1’s 1.2–3.5 dB(A): five 120/140 mm fans on a round-hole perforated plate. On radiators, 140 mm fans instead averaged about 0.4 dB(A) louder.[S78]
- Changed the operating-point definition reference to SANYO DENKI’s matching page, the square-frame 124.5 mm hole-spacing reference to G2’s square-frame specification page, and MEGACOOL’s Cybenetics reference to the full report containing P–Q tables. The mode name follows the report’s “Mid Speed.”[S95 S18 S44]
- No official source supported “seven blades” for P14 Pro, so it became “new blade design (official blade count not listed).” Clarified from official sources that BioniX Bridge Cable is only in the three-pack and the number of D30-140 motherboard adapter cables. Noted reversed SKU colors between P14 Max’s specification PDF and product page.[S20 S94 S40 S93]
- Japanese supply updates: TOUGHFAN 14 Pro is ¥3,418 at Sofmap and Tsukumo; T30-140 is available only from Amazon third-party sellers; AL140 V2 and TL 140 stock is dwindling or on clearance; RS140 MAX twin pack is discontinued.[S98 S101 S99 S100]
- Sudokoo MACH140’s official model is R-MACH140-GYWPN1-GAS (MACH140-BK is the Japanese retail name). Super Flower’s official page does list MEGACOOL’s 6-year warranty and dual ball bearings. SilverStone’s manufacturer specifications are readable and agree with the distributor. RS140 MAX’s speed contradiction is between key specifications and Tech Specs on the official page. Fractal’s Japanese PDF is unavailable, so the link now points to its archive.[S58 S103 S104 S29 S50]
- The top 10 and ranking principles are new judgments by this site; the original report had only 7 scenario recommendations. Descriptions of one person’s specific equipment were rewritten as general scenarios, and first-person judgments became this note’s judgments.
Sources and data dates
Primarily manufacturers, official distributors, original measurements, and retail product pages. “Best” in a source applies only to its tested samples and the market at that time; this note does not copy commercial buying-guide rankings. All content was checked on 2026-10-10 (Japan time).
- S01Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 — original Cybenetics reportLaboratory measurement · Published 2024-10-15
- S02Corsair RS140 MAX — original Cybenetics reportLaboratory measurement · Published 2024-05-21
- S03ARCTIC BioniX P14 A-RGB — original Cybenetics reportLaboratory measurement · Published 2026-08-28
- S04ARCTIC P14 Max — original Cybenetics reportLaboratory measurement · Published 2024-04-10
- S05ARCTIC P14 Pro A-RGB — original Cybenetics reportLaboratory measurement · Published 2025-08-26
- S06ARCTIC P14 Pro PST — original Cybenetics reportLaboratory measurement · Published 2025-08-27
- S07be quiet! Silent Wings Pro 4 140mm - UHS — original Cybenetics reportLaboratory measurement · Published 2023-12-15
- S08Cybenetics PHI measurement methods and uncertaintyMeasurement method · Revision 2.1, 2026-10
- S09Tweakers comparison of 28 140 mm fansIndependent original test · Published 2025-07-15
- S10Tweakers P14 Pro/Pro CO comparisonIndependent original test · Published 2025-09-09
- S11Tweakers fan-testing methodologyMeasurement method · Published 2025-01-16
- S12HWCooling T30-140 obstacle/acoustic evaluation (Slovak original)Independent original test · Published 2026-03-02, updated 03-03
- S13HWCooling NF-A14x25 G2 evaluationIndependent original test · Published 2024-09-30; page updated 2025-01-01
- S14HWCooling P14 Pro PST evaluationIndependent original test · Checked 2026-10-10
- S15HWCooling BioniX P14 A-RGB evaluationIndependent original test · Published 2026-09-08, updated 09-10
- S16Phanteks T30-140 official product specifications and mode tableManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S17Phanteks T30 official installation manualManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S18Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 PWM official detailed specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S19Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 PWM chromax.black official detailed specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S20ARCTIC P14 Pro PST official product specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S21ARCTIC P14 Pro PST official specification PDFManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S22ARCTIC BioniX P14 A-RGB official product specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S23ARCTIC P14 Max official product specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S24ARCTIC P14 PWM PST official specification PDFManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S25ARCTIC P14 PWM PST official product pageManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S26be quiet! Silent Wings Pro 4 140 official specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S27be quiet! Japanese distributor TEKWIND Silent Wings Pro 4 dimensions and SKUsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S28be quiet! Silent Wings 4 140 PWM high-speed official specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S29Corsair RS140 MAX Japanese official product specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S30Corsair Japanese distributor ASK RS MAX specifications and package statusManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S31Hardware Busters transcription of official RS MAX specifications, including RS140 MAXManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S32Corsair RS140 official product specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S33Corsair RS Series official quick guide, including 12 V/0.45 A ratingsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S34Corsair RS II official full series specifications, updated 2026-09-17Manufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S35Corsair RS140 II official product page, including SKU and currentManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S36Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 14 Pro official twin-pack specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S37Thermaltake TOUGHFAN EX14 Pro official product specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S38Lian Li UNI FAN AL V2 official specifications and package tableManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S39Lian Li UNI FAN TL official specifications and controller requirementsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S40Phanteks D30-140 white official forward/reverse blade specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S41SilverStone Japanese official distributor TEKWIND Shark Force 140 specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S42Bic Camera Shark Force 140 Japanese warranty and usage informationManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S43Super Flower MEGACOOL 14CM official mode specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S44Super Flower Megacool 140mm (Mid Speed) — original Cybenetics report (noise-normalized, P–Q, dimensions, and bearing)Laboratory measurement · Published 2024-02-23
- S45Super Flower brand store MEGACOOL 140mm SF-PF141-BKManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S46Cooler Master Mobius 140P ARGB Japanese official specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S47NZXT F140P B2/W2 official new-version specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S48NZXT official 2022 F140P B1/W1 older-version specifications, used to distinguish versionsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S49Fractal Design Momentum 14 Black official specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S50Fractal Design Momentum official Japanese series-specification PDF (original link broken; web archive)Manufacturer/official distributor specifications · Archived 2026-05-30
- S51Phanteks M25G2-140 black non-RGB official specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S52Phanteks M25G2-140 D-RGB official specifications, used to distinguish Linq6 wiringManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S53Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 LS-PWM official detailed specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S54ARCTIC P14 Pro PST CO official product specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S55ARCTIC P14 Pro PST CO official specification PDFManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S56ARCTIC P14 Pro A-RGB official specification PDFManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S57ARCTIC P14 Pro A-RGB official product pageManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S58Sudokoo Japanese official MACH140 specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S59Noctua industrialPPC-3000 PWM 12 V specificationsManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S60Tsukumo — Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 PWM (brown, single)Japanese retail quote · Checked 2026-10-10
- S61Tsukumo — Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 PWM Sx2-PP (brown, twin pack)Japanese retail quote · Checked 2026-10-10
- S62Tsukumo — Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 PWM chromax.black (black, single)Japanese retail quote · Checked 2026-10-10
- S63Tsukumo — Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 PWM Sx2-PP chromax.black (black, twin pack)Japanese retail quote · Checked 2026-10-10
- S64Tsukumo — ARCTIC P14 Pro PST (black)Japanese retail quote · Checked 2026-10-10
- S65Bic Camera — ARCTIC P14 Pro PST (black)Japanese retail quote · Checked 2026-10-10
- S66Tsukumo — ARCTIC P14 Pro A-RGB (black)Japanese retail quote · Checked 2026-10-10
- S67Sofmap — be quiet! Silent Wings Pro 4 140 mm PWMJapanese retail quote · Checked 2026-10-10
- S68Tsukumo — Corsair RS140 MAX Single PackJapanese retail quote · Checked 2026-10-10
- S69Bic Camera — Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 14 ProJapanese retail quote · Checked 2026-10-10
- S70Ark — Sudokoo MACH 140 BLACKJapanese retail quote · Checked 2026-10-10
- S71Japanese launch announcement / Scythe distributor — ARCTIC BioniX P14 A-RGB (black, single)Japanese advance announcement · Checked 2026-10-10
- S72SANYO DENKI: fan selection and system impedanceManufacturer engineering guide · Checked 2026-10-10
- S73HWCooling acoustic calibration methodMeasurement method · Checked 2026-10-10
- S74HWCooling obstacle and radiator testing methodsMeasurement method · Checked 2026-10-10
- S75Scythe Japan current fan listOfficial distributor product list · Checked 2026-10-10
- S76Scythe Japanese distributor discontinued categoryOfficial distributor product status · Checked 2026-10-10
- S77Tsukumo free-shipping threshold and shipping chargesRetailer shipping rules · Checked 2026-10-10
- S78Noctua NA-IS1 intake-spacing effectsManufacturer’s own test · Checked 2026-10-10
- S79Noctua: speed-offset explanation for Sx2-PP paired fansFirst-hand information · Checked 2026-10-10
- S80Noctua FAQ: avoiding periodic humming in side-by-side or push–pull installationsFirst-hand information · Checked 2026-10-10
- S81Dospara — NF-A14x25 G2 PWM chromax.black (2-year authorized Japanese warranty)Warranty information · Checked 2026-10-10
- S82Ark — NF-A14x25 G2 PWM product page (2-year Scythe distributor warranty)Warranty information · Checked 2026-10-10
- S83Ark — NF-A14x25 G2 PWM alternate-color product page (2-year Scythe distributor warranty)Warranty information · Checked 2026-10-10
- S84Sudokoo Japanese official site — MACH140 overview (6-year warranty)Warranty information · Checked 2026-10-10
- S85NF-A14x25r G2 official dimensions and mounting-hole spacingManufacturer specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S86HWB P14 Max test limitationsFirst-hand information · Checked 2026-10-10
- S87Public data from Cybenetics’ official fan database (including 20 dBA fields)Laboratory database · Data generated 2026-10-09 22:51 UTC
- S88ARCTIC P14 PWM PST — original Cybenetics reportLaboratory measurement · Published 2024-02-27
- S89be quiet! Silent Wings 4 140mm High-Speed — original Cybenetics reportLaboratory measurement · Published 2024-04-19
- S90Lian Li UNI Fan TL 140 RGB — original Cybenetics reportLaboratory measurement · Published 2024-02-02
- S91Hardware Busters ARCTIC P14 Pro PST review (same measurement system, not an independent laboratory)Review article · Published 2026-05-20, updated 2026-10-03
- S92Noctua NF-A14x25r G2 (PPB) — original Cybenetics report (round-frame version)Laboratory measurement · Published 2024-07-09
- S93ARCTIC P14 Max official specification PDF (SKU colors reversed versus product page)Manufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S94ARCTIC BioniX P14 A-RGB official specification PDF (package contents)Manufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S95SANYO DENKI: intersection of P–Q curve and system impedance (operating point)Manufacturer engineering guide · Checked 2026-10-10
- S96HWCooling T30-140 review: noise-normalized thin-radiator airflow results (including P14 Pro, TOUGHFAN 14 Pro, G2)Independent original test · Published 2026-03-02, updated 03-03
- S97HWCooling TOUGHFAN 14 Pro review: sample variation and clickingIndependent original test · Published 2024-03-13
- S98Sofmap — Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 14 ProJapanese retail quote · Checked 2026-10-10
- S99Sofmap — Lian Li UNI FAN AL140 V2 (black, single)Japanese retail quote · Checked 2026-10-10
- S100Tsukumo — Lian Li UNI FAN TL 140 (white, single, clearance price)Japanese retail quote · Checked 2026-10-10
- S101Amazon.co.jp — Phanteks T30-140 (third-party seller, no authorized-distributor label)Japanese retail quote · Checked 2026-10-10
- S102Thermaltake Japanese official site — TOUGHFAN 14 Pro single (5-year warranty)Manufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S103Super Flower MEGACOOL 14CM official English page (model, 6-year warranty, dual ball bearings; original page removed, web archive)Manufacturer/official distributor specifications · Archived 2026-05-21
- S104SilverStone Shark Force 140 manufacturer specifications (cables and fan-stop setup)Manufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
- S105Fractal Design Momentum official English Product SheetManufacturer/official distributor specifications · Checked 2026-10-10
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