At 12v the fan produces 50.5CFM and is 15.7dB(A). The fan’s specific model number is (BQT T12025-MF-3) and it is capable of spinning at 1500RPM. There is also 4 pin PWM editions of the Silent Wings 2 fans. One thing I was impressed to see was the cable being clipped down where is comes out of the fan’s framework and the use of a black 3 fan connector. In my opinion the heat-shrink could be shorter at each end, however the heat-shrink is very tight to the braid and cable which is nice to see. The fan cable comes braided in black braid and while the quality could be better, the overall fan cable quality is very good and you can’t see the cables through the braid due to them being black. The fan’s cable is 45cm long which is more than ample for most cases and is long enough for you to route the cable out of the way to keep your rig clean and tidy. The fan features a rubber edging around both sides of the framework to prevent noisy vibration from the fan being passed to the case. The blades are quite thick and have no flex in them which is due to the combination of thick blades and the ribbed design. They are also dynamically balanced which helps to enhance reliability and reduce noise.įeeling the blades, they are extremely smooth with not a rough edge on them at all. Be Quiet say this ribbing helps to ensure the silent operation of the fans by reducing turbulence and improving the airflow. The fan uses a high quality IC motor controller which reduces electrical noise. The bearing uses a copper core which conducts heat away from the bearing more effectively, giving the fan a super-long life of up-to 300,000 hours which is equivalent to 12,500 days of constant use! Be Quiet say the bearing uses industrial grade lubricant which eliminates direct contact between the rotor and frame, aiding its quiet and efficient running. The bearing provides a very smooth movement of the blades when spinning the fan manually. The fan uses an advanced fluid dynamic bearing which helps to keep the noise down. The general build quality is superb this fan is built to last! The fan’s framework is extremely rigid with virtually no flex when trying to twist it which is a great thing. Taking a closer look at the fan once you feel the fan you can begin to tell the quality of it, weighing 180g. I really like the fact that Be Quiet have included black fan screws as opposed to generic silver screws and a multi-voltage fan adaptor really nice touches that make this product feel exclusive and stand out from the crowd. There is a really good amount of accessories bundled with the fan. Beneath the mounting clips are some black fan screws, rubber pin clips, user guide and a multi-voltage fan adaptor. The fan and accessories comes in a black moulded plastic tray, with two different types of mounting clips in a separate tray. On the opposite side Be Quiet highlight a number of features of the fan including the fluid dynamic bearing, the use of a high quality IC motor, airflow optimised blades, removable anti-vibration mountings and rubberised fan frame and flexible mounting options. The packing also features a front panel which is fixed closed with Velcro and flips open to reveal a window to allow you to see the fan and the mounting clips. On the sides of the packing we see the same text as was on the reverse highlighting the key features but this time in Polish, French and Spanish and some awards that other fans in their range have been awarded.
On the back Be Quiet give the full specifications of the fan, along with some text in English and German explaining the features and highlights that the product’s conception, design and quality control were done in Germany. The front of the packaging also features an image of the fan and highlights where the product sits in Be Quiet’s range (high-end). The packaging design follows the same look as other Be Quiet products the print has a matt finish to it and highlights key information about the fan such as the 1500RPM, use of Silent Wings technology and the fan size (120mm).
This series of fans come with a 3 year manufacturer’s warranty and the 120mm 3 pin edition we are looking at today retails around the £16-£17 mark, so let’s get cracking. Silence is the main factor with these fans intending to offer high performance while remaining quiet. This range of fans comes in two variations and a number of sizes 80mm,92mm,120mm,140mm in both 3 pin and 4 pin PWM variations. Today we are taking a look at their top of the range series fan the Silent Wings 2. Their product range includes power supplies, CPU coolers and case fans. With over 10 years experience in noise reduction their products are some of the quietest on the market. The company has also become synonymous with superb build quality and stunning aesthetics.
Be Quiet is a German company making PC components which focus on silence and performance.