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Thermaltake SWAFAN EX 12 RGB PC Desktop Cooling Fan (120mm)

Name: Thermaltake SWAFAN EX 12 RGB PC Desktop Cooling Fan, 3 Pack, 500-2000 RPM, Magnetic Connection, Reversable Blades, Controller Included
Brand: Thermaltake
SKU: B0BWHM249B

Status: Thermaltake SWAFAN EX 12 RGB PC Desktop Cooling…: Unavailable on Amazon as of 2026-10-18 10:18 UTC. SpecPicks has no in-stock listing with matching specs on file; the search below lists current offers. eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.

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Bottom line: The Thermaltake SWAFAN EX 12 RGB PC Desktop Cooling Fan: Swappable reversible blades let you flip airflow direction without remounting the fan; main trade-off: needs both a spare Molex plug and an internal USB 2.0 9-pin header.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Swappable reversible blades let you flip airflow direction without remounting the fan
✓ Neodymium magnetic connection daisy-chains up to 3 fans on one 12V cable
✓ Wide 500-2000 RPM PWM range, up to 57 CFM at full tilt
✓ RGB controller and 3 mag-cables included, no separate hub purchase
✓ Free TT RGB PLUS 2.0 software for lighting and fan curve control

Cons

✗ Needs both a spare Molex plug and an internal USB 2.0 9-pin header
✗ RGB software support listed for Windows 10/11 only
✗ 9.0V startup voltage means fans will not spin at very low idle settings

Manufacturer description

SWAFAN EX incorporates a new magnetic force design for quick connection among fans with its 12V cable and at the same time keeping the swappable fan blade design. Daisy-chaining up to 3 fans per cable improves fan connection efficiency and convenience while enhancing cable management for PC building. •P/N: CL-F143-PL12SW-A •FAN DIMENSION: 120 x 120 x 25 mm •INTERFACE: USB 2.0 connectors (9 Pin) •SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY: Windows 10 /11 •FAN STARTED VOLTAGE: 9.0 V •FAN RATED VOLTAGE: 12 V & 5V •RATED CURRENT: 12 V - 0.23 A , 5 V – 0.72 A (one fan) •POWER INPUT: 12 V – 2.76 W , 5 V – 3.6 W (one…

SpecPicks Verdict

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Key Features

Swappable Fan Blade Design and Neodymium Magnetic Connection
Supports up to 2000 RPM (Standard|Reverse) with up to 57 CFM for airflow
Includes: 3 120mm PWM Fans, 3 Reversable Blades, 3 Mag-cables, 1 controller and accessories
Requires 1 molex (Power) and 1 USB 2.0 Internal Header (Connectivity)
FREE TT RGB PLUS 2.0 Software download from website

Full Specifications

Brand	Thermaltake
Model	CL-F143-PL12SW-A
Voltage	12 Volts
Wattage	2.16 watts
Includes	3 120mm PWM Fans, 3 Reversable Blades, 3 Mag-cables, 1 controller and accessories
Material	neodymium
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Noise Level	32.5 Decibels
Part Number	CL-F143-PL12SW-A
Connectivity	USB
Compatibility	PC
Material Type	neodymium
Cooling Method	Fan
Number of Items	1
Air Flow Capacity	54.85 Cubic Feet Per Minute
Compatible Devices	Desktop
Included Components	Fan, resersable blade, controller
Power Connector Type	9 pin
Warranty Description	2 year manufacturer
Maximum Rotational Speed	2000 RPM
Full listing title	Thermaltake SWAFAN EX 12 RGB PC Desktop Cooling Fan, 3 Pack, 500-2000 RPM, Magnetic Connection, Reversable Blades, Controller Included, CL-F143-PL12SW-A,Black, 120mm

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