GDSTIME
GDSTIME 120mm x 38mm EC Axial Cooling Fan AC 110V 120V 220V 240V Dual Ball
Bottom line: The GDSTIME 120mm x 38mm EC Axial Cooling Fan AC 110V 120V 220V 240V Dual is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro cpu coolers & fans category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Backed by GDSTIME's warranty and support channels
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored GDSTIME 120mm x 38mm EC Axial Cooling Fan AC 110V 120V 220V 240V… 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
- APPLICATIONS: 5 inch EC fan can be used as a dryer fan for a wetsuit/boot/glove dryer; or as a replace fans for 220 volt welder; Great for ice makers, AV cabinets, pond air pump, air hockey table, CMH grow light ballasts, refrigerator compressor cooling or ventilation; circulate air in Basement window and exhaust projects
- Easy to Install: you just need connect 2 wires easily to use this EC fan from 110 to 240 volts; EC fan motors maintain a lower temperature(-25°C to 70°C) More reliable operation and a longer service life, PBT plastic fan blades and frame, Lightweight
- Low Energy Consumption: EC fan 120mm features brushless EC Motor; 80% Power Consumption Reduction compared with AC fans and shade pole motors, more energy-efficient; this ec cooling fan delivers 116CFM airflow rate using just 4.5 Watts at max speed
- Large Air Volume: the miniaturization of EC motor design increased the air area, and can get 1.5-3 times air volume compare to the same AC fan; The focused-flow design allows the fans deliver air across longer distances
- Compact Space-saving Design: 120x120x38mm (4.7x4.7x1.5in.) | 80 to 240V AC | Bearings: Dual Ball | Airflow: 116 CFM | Noise: 41.6 dBA | Speed: 2800 RPM | Power: 4.5W
Full Specifications
| Brand | GDSTIME |
|---|---|
| Model | EC12038B |
| Voltage | 120 volts_of_alternating_current |
| Wattage | 6 |
| Material | Plastic |
| Dimensions | 120x120x38mm |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Noise Level | 41.6 db |
| Part Number | EC12038B-US |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Air Flow Capacity | 116 cfm |
| Compatible Devices | 220v Welder, AV ClosetS, Ice Makers, Server, Wetsuit Boot/Glove Dryers |
| Power Connector Type | 2-Pin |
| Warranty Description | One-year Warranty (Free Replacement) |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 2800 rpm |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 4.72"L x 4.72"W x 1.5"H |
| Compact Space-saving Design | 120x120x38mm (4.7x4.7x1.5in.) | 80 to 240V AC | Bearings: Dual Ball | Airflow: 116 CFM | Noise: 41.6 dBA | Speed: 2800 RPM | Power: 4.5W |
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