Corsair Launches Magnetic Levitation Bearing based FANs.
Equipped with a Magnetic Levitation Bearing and custom rotor design, the ML Series redefines fan performance to deliver higher airflow, lower noise and better cooling, whatever the requirement. When powered, the magnetic levitation bearing completely suspends the fan blades from the motor housing, delivering almost frictionless operation.
The huge reduction in friction, in comparison to all conventional physical contact bearings, allows the ML Series to offer lower noise at higher RPMs giving PC Enthusiasts a true no-compromise fan
Offered in ten different variants, the new ML Series is available in a full range of colors and multiple sizes, letting you customize both your build and your performance. Launching in standard ML, ML PRO and ML PRO LED models and in both 120mm and 140mm sizes, there’s an ML fan to suit almost any performance PC cooling requirement.
All ML fans offer a huge PWM range, giving users total control over how their fans perform. Value silence above all else? At their lowest speed of 400 RPM, the ML Series will push more airflow at near silent 16 dBA (decibel A-weighting). Performance junkie? ML Series fans push up to 97 CFM (cubic feet per minute) of air. Be it a low noise case, high density radiator or anywhere in-between, the ML Series delivers best-in-class performance.
ML Series also provides next-level fan customization. ML PRO fans feature removable color co-coordinated corners fitted to the fan’s vibration dampening rubber grommets, allowing easy color matching to accent your build’s color scheme. ML PRO LED goes even further, mounting four ultra-bright LEDs into the central fan hub to radiate vibrant, even lighting through the fan’s frosted blades.
“We built the ML Series to be the ultimate fan, offering exceptionally low noise levels to those who value silence and insane airflow for those who demand it” said Michael Hooper, Product Manager for Cooling at CORSAIR. “With the use of the Magnetic Levitation Bearing and custom rotor, we’re able to create a single fan that lets the user choose their perfect balance between airflow, static pressure and noise with no compromises.”
Specifications:
Magnetic Levitation Bearing: Harnesses Magnetic Levitation technology to provide lower noise, higher performance, and a longer lifespan.
Custom Rotor Design: Delivers the perfect balance between high static pressure and high airflow, operating flawlessly in the most challenging environments.
Extensive Control Range: A 2,000 RPM control range gives you total control between low noise and absolute performance. At 400 RPM ML Series 120mm fans provide 12 CFM of airflow at just 16 dBA for near silent running. At 2,400 RPM, the same fans offer a huge 75 CFM of airflow, at an un-intrusive 37dBa. You choose the balance between silence and performance, and the ML Series delivers.
Color Customization: Replaceable corners mounted to anti-vibration rubber dampers allow you to match your fans with the rest of your build while delivering quiet operation at higher speeds.
Bold LED’s: ML120 PRO LED and ML140 PRO LED are available in Red, White or Blue, with ultra-bright LEDs mounted to the center rotor, outputting a vivid blast of light and color.
Pricing, Availability, and Warranty
All ML Series fans are backed by a comprehensive five year warranty and are available immediately from the CORSAIR worldwide network of authorized retailers. ML Series fans are available in ten different variants in both 120mm and 140mm sizes. Please refer to the below grid for MSRP. Prices are Exc. Tax.
|
ML120 |
ML120 PRO |
ML120 PRO LED White |
ML120 PRO LED Red |
ML120 PRO LED Blue |
Pack Quantity |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
Rubber Corners |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Corner Color |
None |
Black |
White |
Red |
Blue |
LED Lit |
No |
No |
Yes - White |
Yes - Red |
Yes – Blue |
RPM |
400 – 2400 |
400 – 2400 |
400 – 2400 |
400 – 2400 |
400 – 2400 |
CFM |
12 – 75 |
12 – 75 |
12 – 75 |
12 – 75 |
12 – 75 |
Static Pressure |
0.2 – 4.2 |
0.2 – 4.2 |
0.2 – 4.2 |
0.2 – 4.2 |
0.2 – 4.2 |
Noise (dBA) |
16 – 37 |
16 – 37 |
16 – 37 |
16 – 37 |
16 – 37 |
MSRP ($) |
$34.99 |
$24.99 |
$27.99 |
$27.99 |
$27.99 |
|
ML140 |
ML140 PRO |
ML140 PRO LED White |
ML140 PRO LED Red |
ML140 PRO LED Blue |
Pack Quantity |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
Rubber Corners |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Corner Color |
None |
Black |
White |
Red |
Blue |
LED Lit |
No |
No |
Yes - White |
Yes - Red |
Yes – Blue |
RPM |
400 – 2000 |
400 – 2000 |
400 – 2000 |
400 – 2000 |
400 – 2000 |
CFM |
17 – 97 |
17 – 97 |
17 – 97 |
17 – 97 |
17 – 97 |
Static Pressure |
0.2 – 3.0 |
0.2 – 3.0 |
0.2 – 3.0 |
0.2 – 3.0 |
0.2 – 3.0 |
Noise (dBA) |
16 – 37 |
16 – 37 |
16 – 37 |
16 – 37 |
16 – 37 |
MSRP ($) |
$39.99 |
$28.99 |
$30.99 |
30.99 |
$30.99 |
To learn more about CORSAIR ML Series fans please visit:
http://www.corsair.com/
To view the launch video for CORSAIR ML Series fans please visit:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?
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Heck for what they do, 35 dollars for 2 pack of 120's isn't bad at all, and considering how long they should last. A lot of people don't know you can oil the bearing fans for longer life but these new ones are very cool.
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Oh, right. I failed to notice that "Pack Quantity". It's indeed not bad at all taking that into account.
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so 16 being airflow quiet whilst 32 being a jumbo jet taking off

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8db is pretty much unobtainable.
This is from Hilbert's video card reviews
Jet takeoff (200 feet) 120 dBA
Construction Site 110 dBA Intolerable
Shout (5 feet) 100 dBA
Heavy truck (50 feet) 90 dBA Very noisy
Urban street 80 dBA
Automobile interior 70 dBA Noisy
Normal conversation (3 feet) 60 dBA
Office, classroom 50 dBA Moderate
Living room 40 dBA
Bedroom at night 30 dBA Quiet
Broadcast studio 20 dBA
Rustling leaves 10 dBA Barely audible
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Those prices are quite steep. I used to think Noctuas are expensive, even if that didn't ever stop me from buying them. But I'm not sure I'd like to pay that much for a fan. But then again, if it really is maglev, it means it should last until the plastic chemically breaks down (or mechanically if you use pneumatic tools to build your PCs)? Decades, that is.