COUGAR Apolar 120 ARGB Modular Case Fan 120mm 28mm HDB 600-2200 RPM 75.38 CFM 2.59 mmH2O 37.1 dB(A) Black
A 120 mm case fan with modular plug-in design, ARGB lighting and HDB bearings delivering up to 75.38 CFM airflow at 37.1 dB(A)
- Fan size120 mm
- Number of fans1 Fan
- Fan depth28 mm
- Bearing designHDB Hydrodynamic Bearing
- Rotational speed600-2,200 RPM
- Airflow rate75.38 CFM ± 10%
- Tool-free modular plug-in connection for fast, flexible installation
- Double Q-Stop vibration dampening cuts noise and vibration
- Full-angle ARGB light bar visible from every side
- Hydrodynamic HDB bearing with PWM extends life and auto-tunes speed
- Optimised air ducts boost airflow efficiency to 75.38 CFM at 37.1 dB(A)
Modular 120 mm ARGB case fan
The COUGAR Apolar 120 ARGB is a single 120 mm case fan with a 28 mm thick frame and addressable RGB lighting. It uses a hydrodynamic bearing and a 4‑pin PWM connector for automatic speed control between 600 and 2200 RPM. A tool‑free plug‑in system lets builders daisy‑chain multiple units in any orientation with minimal assembly effort. The fan ships with anti‑vibration rubber pads and a screw set for standard mounting.
Sustained-load airflow and acoustics
At maximum speed the fan delivers 75.38 CFM of airflow and 2.59 mm H2O of static pressure while producing 37.1 dB(A) of noise. The hydrodynamic bearing is designed to maintain consistent rotational stability and low friction during prolonged operation. PWM control continuously adjusts RPM to match thermal demand, preventing unnecessary high‑speed running. The enclosed blade geometry and optimised air ducts reduce flow separation, helping the fan sustain its rated performance without excessive turbulence.
PWM and ARGB interface limits
Speed regulation relies on a standard 4‑pin PWM header, so the motherboard or fan controller determines the minimum duty cycle and the maximum voltage supplied to the motor. Addressable RGB lighting requires a 3‑pin 5 V ARGB header; the fan will not illuminate on a 12 V RGB connector. The quick‑release daisy‑chain connectors carry both power and signal, but the total current draw of all linked fans must stay within the header’s rated limit. No proprietary protocol or software is needed for basic operation.
How it compares
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- Price $27.99
- Pricier than about 70% of the 8,339 comparable items (median $19.99).
- Fan size 120 mm
- Typical for this category: the median of 1,114 items is 120 mm.
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Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | Cougar |
| Product line | Apolar |
| Model name | CF-APR12HB-RGB |
| Part number | 3MAPR12A1.0001 |
| Product type | Case Fan |
| Product color | Black |
| Performance | |
| Rotational speed | 600-2,200 RPM |
| Airflow rate | 75.38 CFM ± 10% |
| Air pressure rating | 2.59 mm H2O±10% |
| Power | |
| Power input connector | 3 / 4 Pin |
| Size & build | |
| Fan size | 120 mm |
| Number of fans | 1 Fan |
| Fan depth | 28 mm |
| Bearing design | HDB Hydrodynamic Bearing |
| Product dimensions | 120 × 120 × 28 mm |
| In the box | |
| In the box | Apolar 120 ARGB Fan x 1 Fan connector with cable x 1 Self-adhesive anti-vibration rubber x 8 Fan screw set User manual |
| Environment & compliance | |
| Operating noise | 37.1 dB(A) (Max.) |
| More details | |
| LED lighting | ARGB |
Questions about this item
How loud is the 2200 RPM maximum speed when the fan runs continuously?
At full speed the noise reaches 37.1 dB(A); the double Q-Stop rubber dampeners and hydrodynamic bearing keep vibration low during extended operation.
Which motherboard headers are needed for the 4-pin PWM and 3-pin ARGB connections?
A standard 4-pin PWM header controls speed from 600 to 2200 RPM, while a 5 V 3-pin ARGB header drives the addressable lighting.
Can the modular plug-in frame connect directly to a second Apolar 120 fan without extra cables?
Yes, the tool-free quick-release design lets you daisy-chain another Apolar 120 unit side by side using the built-in modular connectors.
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