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Computer Fans with Low Noise, High Heat Dissipation

Posted: April 12, 2023

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The increased data-handling capability of current-generation computers means more components draw power and generate heat that can affect hardware performance. To avoid potential damage from constant exposure to high temperatures, cooling fans are used but they have to be designed so as not to contribute to overheating.

In China, manufacturers of computer cooling fans are highlighting features such as providing ventilation with low noise and power dissipation in their next standard releases. An example is a unit that has a high airflow of 80.5CFM produced at 2,600rpm but generates a noise level of only 19dB and has a maximum life span of 60,000 hours.

Mainstream units from Chinese suppliers have 900 to 2,500rpm, 35 to 60CFM and less than 30dB, and last more than 30,000 hours. They come in round and square variants with 5 or 12V rated voltage, use hydraulic, sleeve or ball bearings and are made of copper, aluminum or plastic. Water-resistant versions are at least IP65-rated.

Generally, China-made computer cooling fans can be customized based on specific features, sizes and materials, and meet CE, RoHS and UL requirements.

The manufacturers usually source fan blades, bearings, drivers and cases from domestic providers. So far this year, the cost of these inputs has been stable and will likely keep fan prices unchanged until the end of 2023.

Cooling fan, 8,500rpm, 119.6CFM, 66dB

Company: Dongguan Dihui Electronics Co. Ltd

Model ED8038B24S-5984 from Dongguan Dihui is an 80x80x38mm cooling fan with a speed of 8,500rpm, an airflow of 119.6CFM and a noise level of 66dB. It is rated at 12V, 2.8A, with 33.6W rated input power. This 185g unit has impedance and overcurrent protection, and a life span of 20,000 to 50,000 hours. It meets CE and RoHS requirements. A water-resistant version is available.

MOQ: 50 units

Lead time: 7 days

Cooling fan, 2,300rpm, 20CFM, 30dB

Company: Dongguan Dihui Electronics Co. Ltd

Dongguan Dihui’s EA8025B2M 1636-0405 cooling fan has 2,300rpm, 20CFM and 30dB specifications. Its rated voltage is 220V, rated current 0.04A and rated input power 13W. This unit, which measures 80x80x25mm and weighs 250g, can last 20,000 or 50,000 hours. It is CE-approved and RoHS-compliant.

MOQ: 500 units

Lead time: 7 days

Cooling fan with sleeve bearing, aluminum heat sink

Company: Dongguan Yanghai Industrial Co. Ltd

This PWM cooling fan from Dongguan Yanghai, the YH-11, has a sleeve bearing and an aluminum heat sink. Its speed is 2,500rpm±10 percent, airflow 45 to 55CFM and noise level 20dB. Dimensions are 90x90x25mm. This 12VDC, 0.28A unit is also available without PWM.

MOQ: Negotiable

Lead time: 10 days

2,500rpm cooling fan with hydraulic bearing

Company: Dongguan Yanghai Industrial Co. Ltd

Dongguan Yanghai’s YH-16 is a 12VDC, 0.28A cooling fan with a hydraulic bearing and an aluminum heat sink. It has 2,500rpm±10 percent speed, 45 to 55CFM airflow and 20dB noise level. Product size is 90x90x25mm. PWM and non-PWM variants are available.

MOQ: Negotiable

Lead time: 10 days

CPU liquid cooler with nine-blade fans

Company: Guangzhou Aojie Science and Technology Co. Ltd

The PS360mm Liquid Cooler from Guangzhou Aojie has nine-blade 0.2A fans measuring 120x120x25mm and with a 30,000-hour life span, a hydraulic bearing and 0.45A LEDs. Its speed is 800 to 1,500rpm, airflow 58.2CFM and noise level ≤30dB. The rated voltage 12V.

MOQ: 500 units

Lead time: 45 days

Seven-blade CPU fan with 40,000-hour life span

Company: Guangzhou Aojie Science and Technology Co. Ltd

The C901RGB, a cooling fan from Guangzhou Aojie, has seven blades, red, yellow, green, blue or four-color LEDs and a hydro bearing. Its speed is 1,800rpm±10 percent, maximum airflow 35.3CFM, rated voltage 12V, rated current 450mA±20 percent and life span 40,000 hours. Fan size is 135x135x72mm.

MOQ: 300 units

Lead time: 45 days

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