Which of the AcoustiFan models can I use as heat-sink fans (for example: CPU heatsinks)?
: AcoustiFan C-Series fans are designed for quiet case cooling at lower temperatures, so not for use as heat-sink cooling fans. However, the AcoustiFan DustPROOF Series are designed for multiple application quiet cooling and can be used for cooling heat sinks, like a CPU cooler. Therefore we do NOT recommend that you use AcoustiFan C-Series models with an oil-impregnated Sleeve Bearing for heat sink cooling. Heat sink cooling fans normally employ ball bearings or perhaps a ‘Vapo’ bearing – which are designed for operation in a higher temperature environment. The DustPROOF fan series are both low noise, and tolerant of higher temperatures.
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