All stock codes associated to this product
NHL12S, NH-L12S
Noctua NH-L12S Low-Profile CPU Cooler
Successor to the award-winning NH-L12, the NH-L12S is a compact low-profile
CPU cooler that combines excellent compatibility, surprising efficiency and
remarkable flexibility. Thanks to its NF-A12x15 PWM, slim 120mm fan, the NH-L12S
provides even better quiet cooling performance than the previous model with its
92mm fan. At the same time, the NH-L12S is highly versatile: with the fan
installed on top of the fins, the cooler is compatible with RAM modules of up to
48mm in height. With the fan installed underneath the fins, the total height of
the cooler is only 70mm, making it suitable for use in many HTPC and Small Form
Factor cases. Topped off with the trusted, pro-grade SecuFirm2â„¢ multi-socket
mounting system, Noctua’s proven NT-H1 thermal compound and a full 6-year
manufacturer’s warranty, the NH-L12S is a premium-quality low-profile solution
for the highest demands.
Based on the award-winning NH-L12
Having received more than 200 awards and recommendations from leading
international hardware websites and magazines, the NH-L12 has become an
established reference for low-profile 120mm top-flow coolers. Equipped with the
new NF-A12x15 fan, the new S-version provides more flexibility and improved
performance in low-profile mode.
Low-profile mode
Run with the NF-A12x15 fan installed underneath the fin stack, the NH-L12S
stands only 70mm tall. The fan can be installed blowing upwards or blowing
downwards in order to match the airflow direction inside the case.
High-clearance mode
Run with the NF-A12x15 fan installed on top, the NH-L12S provides extended
clearance underneath the fin stack. This way, it is fully compatible with
chipset coolers and RAM modules with heat-spreaders of up to 48mm in height (vs.
35mm in low-profile mode).
NF-A12x15 slim 120mm premium fan
Featuring sophisticated aerodynamic optimisations such as Flow Acceleration
Channels, the NF-A12x15 is a premium-grade slim 120mm fan. Its outstanding
efficiency allows the NH-L12S to provide even better performance than the
previous model with its 92mm fan.
PWM support and Low-Noise Adaptor
The NF-A12x15 premium fan supplied with the NH-L12S supports PWM for
convenient automatic speed control through the motherboard. In addition, the
maximum fan speed can be reduced from 1850 to 1400rpm using the supplied
Low-Noise Adaptor for even quieter operation.
120x25mm fan support
The fan clips supplied with the NH-L12S work not only with the slim NF-A12x15
fan but also with 25mm thick 120mm fans. Users who have extra room inside their
cases can thus boost the coolers performance by using a standard 120x25mm fan on
top (increases total height to 95mm).
SecuFirm2â„¢ mounting system
Noctua's SecuFirm2 mounting systems have become synonymous with quality,
safety and ease of use. Supporting Intel LGA115x (LGA1150, LGA1151, LGA1155,
LGA1156), LGA2011 (LGA2011-0 & LGA2011-3), LGA2066 and AMD (AM2, AM2+, AM3,
AM3+, AM4, FM1, FM2, FM2+), the SecuFirm2 mounting included with the NH-L12S
guarantees perfect contact pressure and maximum convenience on all current
sockets
Compatibility with past and future sockets
Complying with the open SecuFirm standard, the NH-C14S can be made compatible
with the older LGA1366 and LGA775 sockets using the optional NM-I3 mounting kit,
which is provided by Noctua free of charge. If technically possible, Noctua will
also provide upgrade kits for future sockets.
NT-H1 thermal compound
Noctua's much-acclaimed NT-H1 is a pro-grade TIM solution that provides
minimum thermal resistance, excellent ease of use and outstanding reliability.
Chosen again and again by overclockers and enthusiast users worldwide, it has
established itself as a benchmark for premium-quality thermal compounds.
6-year manufacturer’s warranty
Noctua products are renowned for their impeccable quality and outstanding
longevity. Like all Noctua fans, the supplied NF-A12x15 features an MTBF rating
of more than 150,000 hours and the entire NH-L12S package comes with a full
6-year manufacturers warranty.
Specifications
Cooler |
|
Socket compatibility |
Intel LGA2066, LGA2011-0 & LGA2011-3 (Square ILM), LGA1156,
LGA1155, LGA1151, LGA1150 & AMD AM2, AM2+, AM3, AM3+, AM4, FM1, FM2,
FM2+ (backplate required) |
Height (without fan) |
70 mm |
Width (without fan) |
128 mm |
Depth (without fan) |
146 mm |
Height (with fan) |
70 mm |
Width (with fan) |
128 mm |
Depth (with fan) |
146 mm |
Weight (without fan) |
390 g |
Weight (with fan/s) |
520 g |
Material |
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints
& nickel plating |
Max. TDP |
see TDP guide |
Fan compatibility |
120x120x15 & 120x120x25 |
Scope of delivery |
1x NF-A12x15 PWM premium fan |
|
Low-Noise Adaptor (L.N.A.) |
|
NT-H1 high-grade thermal compound |
|
SecuFirm2 mounting kit |
|
Noctua metal case-badge |
Warranty |
6 Years |
|
|
FAN |
|
Model |
1x Noctua NF-A12x15 PWM |
Bearing |
SSO2 |
Max. Rotational Speed (+/- 10%) |
1850 RPM |
Max. Rotational Speed with L.N.A. (+/- 10%) |
1400 RPM |
Min. Rotational Speed (PWM, +/-20%) |
450 RPM |
Max. Airflow |
94,2 m/h |
Max. Airflow with L.N.A. |
70,8 m/h |
Max. Acoustical Noise |
23,9 dB(A) |
Max. Acoustical Noise with L.N.A. |
16,8 dB(A) |
Input Power |
1,56 W |
Voltage Range |
12 V |
MTTF |
> 150.000 h |