GDSTIME 60mm x 20mm 12V Dual Ball Bearing Brushless DC Cooling Fan 2-Pin
Bottom line: The GDSTIME 60mm x 20mm 12V Dual Ball Bearing Brushless DC Cooling Fan: Dual ball bearings rated 50,000 hours; mounts flat or upright; main trade-off: 35.8 dBA at full speed is audible in a quiet room.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Dual ball bearings rated 50,000 hours; mounts flat or upright
- ✓ 28.05 CFM airflow at 5000 RPM from a 60mm frame
- ✓ Draws only 0.2A / 1.7W on 12V DC
- ✓ Ships with a metal fan grill and mounting screw set
- ✓ Wide 7-13.5V operating range suits undervolted setups
Cons
- ✗ 35.8 dBA at full speed is audible in a quiet room
- ✗ 2-pin connector means no PWM or RPM speed control
- ✗ No tachometer wire, so motherboards cannot read fan speed
- ✗ Listing states 20mm thickness but specs read 25mm
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored GDSTIME 60mm x 20mm 12V Dual Ball Bearing Brushless DC Cooling Fan… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpu coolers & fans category. GDSTIME's retro cpu coolers & fans lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro cpu coolers & fans of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- WIDELY USED: Great for projects that requires cooling or ventilation; Ideal replacement for noisy or broken fans in smart battery charger, psu, video card, network and storage devices, etc
- DC Axial Fan: 2.36 x 2.36 x 0.79 in. (60 x 60 x 25 mm) | 12V DC | Current: 0.2 A | Power: 1.7 W | Airflow: 28.05 CFM | Noise: 35.8 dBA | Speed: 5000 RPM
- Brushless Motor: Dual ball bearings have a lifespan of 50,000 hours and allows the fans to be laid flat or stand upright
- 2 Pin Connector: Operating Voltage: 7 to 13.5V; Please make sure that the positive and negative poles of the fan are connected correctly (Red wire: positive Black: negative)
- What you Get: Includes a 60mm x 20mm 2-pin fan, one 60mm metal protective fan grill, and mounting screw set
Full Specifications
| Brand | GDSTIME |
|---|---|
| Model | GDT6020B12V2P |
| Voltage | 12 volts_of_direct_current |
| Wattage | 1.7 watts |
| Material | Plastic |
| Dimensions | 2.36 x 2.36 x 0.79 in |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Noise Level | 35.8 db |
| Part Number | GDA6020B12N50X25225-US |
| DC Axial Fan | 2.36 x 2.36 x 0.79 in. (60 x 60 x 25 mm) | 12V DC | Current: 0.2 A | Power: 1.7 W | Airflow: 28.05 CFM | Noise: 35.8 dBA | Speed: 5000 RPM |
| What you Get | Includes a 60mm x 20mm 2-pin fan, one 60mm metal protective fan grill, and mounting screw set |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Brushless Motor | Dual ball bearings have a lifespan of 50,000 hours and allows the fans to be laid flat or stand upright |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Air Flow Capacity | 28.05 cfm |
| Compatible Devices | Power Supply, Smart Battery Charger, Storage Devices |
| Power Connector Type | 2-Pin |
| Warranty Description | One-year Warranty (Free Replacement) |
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