Noctua NF-A8 PWM

Quiet box fan 80mm

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Featuring the latest advances in aerodynamic technology, including Flow Acceleration Channels, the NF-A8 takes the cooling performance for which the NF-R8 is renowned to the next level.

Quiet box fan 80mm

Overview
Exceptionally quiet!
The NF-A8 is a quiet Noctua fan in 80mm format with a square frame that meets Noctua's AAO (Advanced Acoustic Optimisation) standard. Its square shape and 80mm mounting holes make it the ideal companion for watercooling heat sinks or cases designed for 80mm ventilation. Featuring the latest advances in aerodynamic technology, including Flow Acceleration Channels
, the NF-A8 takes the cooling performance for which the NF-R8 is famous to the next level.
The PWM versionfeatures the proprietary NE-FD1 IC, which allows fully automatic speed control via the 4-pin fan connectors. It includes a Low Noise Adaptor (LNA) that caps the maximum speed (from 2200 to 1750 rpm) during PWM driving. Its amazing discretion, the presence of SSO2 reference bearings and the quality level guaranteed by Noctua make the NF-A8 the ideal fan for the most demanding users.

Successor to the famous NF-R8
Noctua's NF-R8 fan has become the benchmark in the PC world. Thanks to numerous successive aerodynamic optimisations, the NF-A8 now offers increased static pressure and an even better airflow/noise ratio than its predecessor.
Extensive wiring options
The first fan cable is 20cm short, minimising the space required for routine use. The supplied 30cm extension cable will solve any distance problems.
Flow Acceleration Channels
The NF-A8 impeller is equipped with flow channels on the suction side of the fan. The flow acceleration generated at the tips of the blades creates a more massive, less dispersed suction, thus increasing efficiency.
AAO frame
Noctua's AAO(Advanced Acoustic Optimisation) frames are equipped with anti-vibration mounts and benefit from exclusive optimisations to push the limits of performance and silence.
Stepped Inlet Design
Noctua's Stepped Inlet design adds turbulence to the inlet flow, allowing a gradual transition from laminar to turbulent flow. This reduces noise emissions, generates a more massive flow and increases suction power.
Inner Surface Microstructures
As the blade tips move in a boundary layer influenced by the presence of an Inner Surface Microstructure, the flow separation that takes place at the suction level becomes almost non-existent.
Integrated anti-vibration dampers
The integrated anti-vibration mounts, made of extra soft silicone, limit the transmission of vibrations while ensuring perfect compatibility with standard fastening systems.
SSO2 Bearing
This is the latest generation of the SSO2 bearing, which is even more optimised. The SSO2 is equipped with a rear magnet closer to the axle for greater precision, durability and stability.
6-year manufacturer's warranty
Noctua fans are renowned for their quality and durability. As with all Noctua models, the NF-A8 has an MTBF of over 150,000 hours of testing and is backed by a full 6 year manufacturer's warranty.
Low Noise Adapter
The NF-A8 comes with a Low Noise Adaptator (L.N.A.) that drops the maximum speed from 2200 to 1750rpm. The L.N.A. is suitable for both fixed speed operation (1750rpm) and PWM clamped operation.
Exclusive PWM IC system with SCD
The NF-A8 is equipped with the latest NE-FD1 PWM IC that incorporates Smooth Commutation Drive (SCD) technology. By generating less abrupt torque pulses, SCD eliminates the noise associated with PWM switching for quieter fan operation at lower speeds.
Specifications
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General information

Product name

Noctua NF-A8 PWM

Brand

Noctua

Model

NF-A8 PWM

Technical specifications

Use

Case

Luminous

No

Connector(s)

4-pin Female

Reverse (inverted blades)

No

PWM

Yes

Heat Pipe

No

Cooling type

Active (fansink)

Fan diameter

80 mm

Min sound level

13.8 dB

Max sound level

17.7 dB

Minimum rotation speed

450 RPM

Maximum rotation speed

2200 RPM

Min airflow

43.9 m³/h

Max airflow

55.5 m³/h

Bundle

No

Warranties

Commercial warranty

Seller 3 years

Legal warranty

See terms & conditions

Product referenced on 2 Oct 2014

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  • by Pierre C
    Posted on 9 Jan 2024
    Bought on 2 Aug 2019 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 55 Average rating: 9

    Favourite

    What could be better than a Noctua fan? That unique, instantly recognisable look? No, it doesn't matter!
    Noctua is all about quiet efficiency, and this model is no exception!
    Bought to replace the fan on an external HDD raid case, it simply made my day!

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  • by Lenain
    Posted on 10 Nov 2023
    Bought on 29 Jul 2021 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 125 Average rating: 9

    NOCTUA NF-A8 PWM

    It's a Noctua, very complete bundle, good finish, after that for the colours it's up to taste.
    It's very quiet but very efficient.

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  • by MarcV
    Posted on 13 Nov 2021
    Bought on 7 Oct 2021 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10

    Silence is golden

    Received by post within a week
    set up in 5 minutes
    Works well
    very quiet :)

    mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

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  • by PierreG
    Posted on 27 Jan 2021
    Bought on 28 Dec 2020 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 3 Average rating: 9

    Perfect. PWM, silent, it moves air

    Full of accessories: A multi-plug, an extension cord, a retarder and rubber pads make this fan exceptional. Quiet and powerful. What more could you want?

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  • by Anonymous
    Posted on 25 Oct 2018
    Bought on 10 Sep 2018 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10

    silence at last

    As always Noctua is those silent fans, bought two of them. Their role? To extract the heat from the case and the disks on a synology in replacement of the original fans which have worked well for 8 years

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