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Silver Mini-ITX tower with anodized aluminum shell and walnut top panel

Fractal Design

Fractal Design Era 2 FD-C-ERA2N-01 Silver Mini-ITX PC Case

SKU CH-7QKQ-SJ00Z MPN FD-C-ERA2N-01

A silver Mini-ITX case with anodized aluminum panels, solid walnut top, and tool-free sliding shell that fits 326 mm graphics cards and a 280 mm top radiator

  • Max graphics card length326 mm
  • Housing materialAluminum panels, steel frame
  • Power supplySupports SFX / SFX-L
  • Power supply mountingFront
  • Supported motherboard sizesMini ITX
  • Side panel typeWithout Side Window

Model Silver

  • Anodized aluminum and solid walnut create a sleek, sculpted exterior
  • Tool-free sliding shell gives quick access to internal components
  • 326 mm GPU clearance fits up to three-slot graphics cards
  • Top radiator support up to 280 mm enables liquid cooling
  • Two pre-installed Aspect 12 PWM fans provide immediate airflow

Compact Mini-ITX chassis

The Fractal Design Era 2 is a silver Mini-ITX tower built from anodized aluminum panels on a steel frame. It targets builders who want a small-form-factor system with room for a full-length graphics card and liquid cooling. The exterior shell slides off without tools for quick internal access. A solid walnut top panel completes the look.

Thermals and acoustics at idle

Two Aspect 12 PWM fans come pre-installed at the bottom, drawing air through a filtered intake. Four total mounts accept 120 or 140 mm fans on the top and bottom. Ventilation on five sides promotes steady airflow through the aluminum and steel structure. The front-mounted SFX or SFX-L power supply sits isolated from the main chamber.

Behaviour under sustained load

A stepless slidable central wall provides 15 mm of adjustment, shifting CPU cooler clearance between 55 and 70 mm while accommodating radiators up to 280 mm at the top. The included PCIe 4.0 riser cable supports three-slot graphics cards up to 326 mm long. Four internal 2.5-inch drive bays and three expansion slots remain available during heavy workloads.

How it compares

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Price $174.99
Pricier than about 75% of the 1,468 comparable items (median $100.99).
Max graphics card length 326 mm
Lower than about 86% of the 894 comparable items (median 400 mm).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameFractal Design
Product lineEra 2
Model nameFD-C-ERA2N-01
Product typeMini-ITX Tower
Product colorSilver
Storage
2.5-inch internal bays4 (included)
Ports & slots
Expansion card slots3
Front panel ports1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 × 2 Type-C, 2 x USB 3.0, 1 x Audio
Power
Power supply includedNo
Power supplySupports SFX / SFX-L
Size & build
Max graphics card length326 mm
Housing materialAluminum panels, steel frame
Power supply mountingFront
Side panel typeWithout Side Window
Dust filteringBottom intake
Fan mounting optionsTotal fan mounts: 4
Top: 2 × 120/140 mm
Bottom: 2 × 120 mm (2 x Aspect 12 PWM fans included)
Product dimensions14.41 in × 6.5 in × 12.36 in
Product weight4.64 kg / 10.23 lb
Shipping weight5.90 kg
Package size457 × 406 × 254 mm
Compatibility
Supported motherboard sizesMini ITX
Radiator supportTop: Up to 280 mm (140 × 307 mm max)
CPU cooler height limit55–70 mm (depending on MB wall position)
In the box
Included itemsCase
Accessory Box
Designers Letter
Quick Start Note
More details
LED lightingNon-LED
Included fansBottom - 2 × 120 mm

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Questions about this item

How do I install the motherboard with the slidable central wall, and what step do builders miss?

Slide the central wall to the 15 mm offset, fit the Mini-ITX board, then secure the wall before adding the GPU; skipping the wall-lock step leaves the board loose.

Which filters and fans need cleaning or replacement over time?

The bottom intake dust filter and the two pre-installed 120 mm Aspect 12 PWM fans at the bottom are the only serviceable airflow parts.

What is the first thermal limit reached during a long, heavy load?

The CPU cooler height ceiling of 55–70 mm restricts cooler choice before the 280 mm top radiator limit or 326 mm GPU length become factors.

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