be quiet! Pure Wings 3 140mm Quiet Case Fan
Bottom line: The be quiet! Pure Wings 3 140mm Quiet Case Fan 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
- ✓ OPTIMIZED FRAME: The fan frame outlet designed for peak performance on radiators
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored be quiet! Pure Wings 3 140mm Quiet Case Fan using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpu coolers & fans category. be quiet!'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
- OPTIMIZED FRAME: The fan frame outlet designed for peak performance on radiators
- AIRFLOW: 7 airflow-optimized fan blades not only reduce noise, but ensure performance under demanding configurations
- QUIET PERFORMANCE: Pure Wings 3 can be operated with very low minimum rpm for very quiet operation
- LONG BEARING LIFE: Long life rifle bearing gives an operating lifetime of 80,000 hours
- German Design | German Engineering | German Quality | German Performance
Full Specifications
| Brand | be quiet! |
|---|---|
| Model | BL107 |
| AIRFLOW | 7 airflow-optimized fan blades not only reduce noise, but ensure performance under demanding configurations |
| Voltage | 12 volts |
| Wattage | 3.64 watts |
| Material | Polycarbonate |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Noise Level | 21.9 db |
| Part Number | BL107 |
| Material Type | Polycarbonate |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| OPTIMIZED FRAME | The fan frame outlet designed for peak performance on radiators |
| Air Flow Capacity | 51.4 cfm |
| LONG BEARING LIFE | Long life rifle bearing gives an operating lifetime of 80,000 hours |
| QUIET PERFORMANCE | Pure Wings 3 can be operated with very low minimum rpm for very quiet operation |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Included Components | 1 product |
| Power Connector Type | 4-Pin |
| Full listing title | be quiet! Pure Wings 3 140mm Quiet Case Fan | High Top-end Speed with Low Minimum RPM |Extraordinary Air Pressure | BL107 |
Ready to buy?
be quiet! Pure Wings 3 140mm Quiet Case Fan | High Top-end Speed with Low Minimum RPM |Extraordinary Air Pressure | BL107 is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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