ARCTIC Fan Grill 80 mm - CPU Case Fan Grill
Bottom line: The ARCTIC Fan Grill 80 mm: Nickel-plated steel construction, not plastic; main trade-off: fits 80 mm fans only; other sizes sold separately.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Nickel-plated steel construction, not plastic
- ✓ Under 1% airflow loss per ARCTIC's own spec
- ✓ Hook-grip mount needs no extra screws
- ✓ 71.5 x 71.5 mm footprint fits standard 80 mm fans
Cons
- ✗ Fits 80 mm fans only; other sizes sold separately
- ✗ Hook grip may not seat on non-standard fan frames
- ✗ No mounting hardware included in the box
- ✗ Bare steel finish clashes with all-black retro builds
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored ARCTIC Fan Grill 80 mm using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cases & modding category. ARCTIC's retro cases & modding 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 cases & modding 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
- PREVENTIVE: Ventilation grilles provide protection against rapidly rotating fan blades and prevent damage to the cable
- DOES NOT AFFECT THE AIR: Ventilation grids hardly affect airflow, this means that there is less than 1% impact on performance
- AVAILABLE IN DIFFERENT SIZES: Our ventilation grids are available in 5 sizes: to fit your 40 mm, 80mm, 92mm, 120mm or 140mm fan perfectly
- GERMAN PRODUCT: Our German engineers constantly improve the performance of our fans. With this range of accessories, we continue our search for excellence
- TECHNICAL DETAILS: Grill size for fan 80 mm: 71.5 mm * 71.5 mm (hook grip). This product is made of nickel-plated steel
Full Specifications
| Brand | ARCTIC |
|---|---|
| Model | ACFAN00085A |
| Material | Nickel plated steel |
| PREVENTIVE | Ventilation grilles provide protection against rapidly rotating fan blades and prevent damage to the cable |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Part Number | ACFAN00085A |
| Material Type | Nickel plated steel |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| GERMAN PRODUCT | Our German engineers constantly improve the performance of our fans. With this range of accessories, we continue our search for excellence |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| TECHNICAL DETAILS | Grill size for fan 80 mm: 71.5 mm * 71.5 mm (hook grip). This product is made of nickel-plated steel |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Included Components | Fan Grill 80 mm |
| Power Connector Type | 4-Pin |
| Warranty Description | 6 years |
| DOES NOT AFFECT THE AIR | Ventilation grids hardly affect airflow, this means that there is less than 1% impact on performance |
| AVAILABLE IN DIFFERENT SIZES | Our ventilation grids are available in 5 sizes: to fit your 40 mm, 80mm, 92mm, 120mm or 140mm fan perfectly |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00872767008823, 04895213701921 |
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