Be Quiet! SilentWings 3 Case Fans Released
be quiet!, introduces the new SilentWings 3. The third generation has been revised and now offers even higher performance than its predecessor. During development be quiet! also focused on a simplified, flexible installation.
be quiet! has invested much development time to create the latest version of the SilentWings fan. The goal was to improve the performance of the SilentWings 2 and to enable a wider range of uses. The seven revised and optimized fan blades create an excellent airflow. The funnel-shaped design of the rubberized frame allows greatly increased throughput. These improvements result in an extremely high static pressure, which makes the SilentWings 3 the perfect fan for radiators, heatsinks, and computer cases.
Despite its high performance, the SilentWings 3 from be quiet! is almost inaudibly quiet: the 120-millimeter variant produces a sound level of 16.4 decibels, while the 140 mm model produces only 15.5 decibels. The highly efficient, three-phase 6-pole fan motor and the rubberized frame contribute positively to this: both parts reduce vibrations to a possible minimum. In addition, the advanced, high-quality IC motor control effectively prevents electrical interference.
New anti-vibrations installation system
For the SilentWings 3, be quiet! has also developed a new installation system. The system doesn't just feature special anti-vibration properties, but also allows for an easier assembly. Thus the SilentWings 3 can be mounted to coolers, radiators and to corresponding fan mounts in a PC case. Compared to its predecessor, the modular corners of the frame can be exchanged easier. Two included sets lead to a higher flexibility during installation.
Long lifespan and different variants
To make the SilentWings 3 into an absolute high-end product, be quiet! utilizes an advanced fluid-dynamic bearing with a brass core. The combined technology in this fan allows a lifespan of 300,000 hours. This applies to all four variants of the two available sizes (120 and 140 millimeters): be quiet! offers the SilentWings 3 in a 3-pin and PWM variant, and these are both also available as High-Speed editions.
The SilentWings 3 fan is available today. The 120 mm variant is priced at $21.90 / £18.99 / €22.50 while the 140 mm variant will cost $22.90 / £19.99 / €23.50.
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Dimensions (mm)140
+SilentWings***10003;
Fan speed @ 12V (rpm)1,000
Air flow @ 12V (cfm, m3/h)59.5 / 101.09
Air pressure @ 12V (mm H2O)1.08
Noise level @ 12V (dB(A))15.5
Dimensions (mm)120
+SilentWings***10003;
Fan speed @ 12V (rpm)1,450
Air flow @ 12V (cfm, m3/h)50.5 / 80.47
Air pressure @ 12V (mm H2O)1.79
Noise level @ 12V (dB(A))16.4
These are for Silent Wings 3 basic fans.
Dimensions (mm)140
+SilentWings***10003;
Fan speed @ 12V (rpm)1,600
Air flow @ 12V (cfm, m3/h)77.57 / 131.79
Air pressure @ 12V (mm H2O)2.16
Noise level @ 12V (dB(A))28.1
Dimensions (mm)120
+SilentWings***10003;
Fan speed @ 12V (rpm)2,200
Air flow @ 12V (cfm, m3/h)73.33 / 124.58
Air pressure @ 12V (mm H2O)3.37
Noise level @ 12V (dB(A))28.6
High speed.
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Very nice. Very overpriced.
these are a better choice.
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I own the Be Quiet - Silent Base 800 and it's a solid case but I replaced the fans with Noctua IPCs and just bought a Grid+ V2 fan controller. Be Quiet's fans are quality and super quiet but they just didn't move enough air for my needs.
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Even when words as "excellent airflow" sound cool, there is no word about CFM vs dB.. that info is pretty important.