Noctua NH-U12S CPU Heatsink and Fan
Web ID: 15952
The NH-U12S is the latest 12cm model of Noctuas classic U-series single tower CPU coolers, which have received more than 400 awards and recommendations from the international press. The S-versions 45mm slim shape guarantees 100% compatibility with tall RAM modules
Manufacturer Warranty: 6 Year
Manufacturer PN: NH-U12S
GTIN: 842431014306
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The NH-U12S is the latest 12cm model of Noctua’s classic U-series single tower CPU coolers, which have received more than 400 awards and recommendations from the international press. The S-version’s 45mm slim shape guarantees 100% compatibility with tall RAM modules and at the same time, its fine-tuned design and the class-leading NF-F12 FocusedFlow™ fan with PWM support for fully automatic speed control allow it to further improve its predecessor’s renowned quiet cooling performance. Topped off with the trusted, pro-grade SecuFirm2™ multi-socket mounting system, Noctua’s proven NT-H1 thermal compound and full 6 years manufacturer’s warranty, the NH-U12S is a complete premium quality solution that combines outstanding performance, quiet operation and excellent compatibility.
 | Award-winning NH-U12 series The NH-U12S is the latest version of Noctua’s award-winning NH-U12 coolers. First introduced in 2005, the NH-U series has become a standard choice for premium quality quiet CPU coolers and won more than 400 awards and recommendations from leading international hardware websites and magazines. |
 | 100% RAM compatibility Thanks to its slim design with only 45mm fin depth, the NH-U12S will not overhang the RAM slots even with two fans installed. This gives the user full access to the memory modules on all current CPU sockets and guarantees 100% compatibility with tall heatspreaders or optional memory fans.* |
 | Classic 120mm tower size for excellent overall compatibility Standing 158mm tall, the NH-U12S is short enough to fit most modern mid- or high-end tower cases. Measuring 125mm wide (including fan and fan clips), the cooler stays clear of the top PCIe slot on standard ATX or Micro-ATX motherboards, ensuring best compatibility with SLI and CrossFire setups. |
 | NF-F12 120mm Focused Flow™ fan Recommended by more than 150 hardware publications and thousands of enthusiasts world-wide, the Noctua’s premium quality NF-F12 Focused Flow™ 120mm fan is renowned to combine superb static pressure, excellent heatsink performance and surprising quietness of operation.  |
 | PWM support and Low-Noise Adaptor The NF-F12 120mm fan supplied with the NH-U12S supports PWM for convenient automatic speed control through the mainboard. In addition, the maximum fan speed can be reduced from 1500 to 1200rpm using the supplied Low-Noise Adaptor for even quieter operation. |
 | Anti-vibration pads and fan-clips for second NF-F12 (optional) For users who want to achieve even better performance by adding a second, optional NF-F12 fan to create a push/pull setup, the NH-U12S includes fan clips and an extra set of custom-designed anti-vibration pads that allow to off-set the rear fan by 5mm to improve acoustics in dual-fan mode. |
 | SecuFirm2™ mounting system Noctua’s SecuFirm2™ mounting systems have become synonymous with quality, safety and ease of use. Supporting Intel LGA115x (LGA1150, LGA1155, LGA1156), LGA2011 and AMD (AM3+, AM2+, FM1, FM2, FM2+), the SecuFirm2™ mounting included with the NH-U12S guarantees perfect contact pressure and maximum convenience on all current sockets. |
 | Compatibility with past and future sockets Complying with the open SecuFirm™ standard, the NH-U12S can be made compatible with the older LGA1366 and LGA775 sockets using the optional NM-I3 mounting kit, which is provided by Noctua free of charge. If technically possible, Noctua will also provide upgrade kits for future sockets. |
 | NT-H1 thermal compound Having received more than 100 awards and recommendations from hardware journalists around the world, Noctua’s NT-H1 is a proven professional grade TIM solution that provides minimum thermal resistance, excellent ease of use and outstanding reliability. |
 | 6 years warranty Noctua products are renowned for their impeccable quality and outstanding longevity. Like all Noctua fans, the supplied NF-F12 features an MTBF rating of more than 150.000 hours and the entire NH-U12S package comes with a full 6 years manufacturer’s warranty. |
| Socket compatibility | Intel LGA2011-0 & LGA2011-3(Square ILM), LGA2066, LGA1156, LGA1155, LGA1151, LGA1150 & AMD AM2, AM2+, AM3, AM3+, AM4, FM1, FM2, FM2+ (backplate required) | |
| Height (without fan) | 158 mm | |
| Width (without fan) | 125 mm | |
| Depth (without fan) | 45 mm | |
| Height (with fan) | 158 mm | |
| Width (with fan) | 125 mm | |
| Depth (with fan) | 71 mm | |
| Weight (without fan) | 580 g | |
| Weight (with fan) | 755 g | |
| Material | Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating | |
| Max. TDP | see TDP guide | |
| Fan compatibility | 120x120x25 | |
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| Warranty | 6 Years | |
Fan specifications |
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| Model | Noctua NF-F12 PWM | |
| Bearing | SSO2 | |
| Max. Rotational Speed (+/- 10%) | 1500 RPM | |
| Max. Rotational Speed with L.N.A. (+/- 10%) | 1200 RPM | |
| Min. Rotational Speed (PWM, +/-20%) | 300 RPM | |
| Max. Airflow | 93,4 m³/h | |
| Max. Airflow with L.N.A. | 74,3 m³/h | |
| Max. Acoustical Noise | 22,4 dB(A) | |
| Max. Acoustical Noise with L.N.A. | 18,6 dB(A) | |
| Input Power | 0,6 W | |
| Voltage Range | 12 V | |
| MTBF | > 150.000 h | |
