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Black 120mm reverse airflow case fan with ARGB lighting and daisy-chain cable

Fractal Design

Fractal Design FD-F-DR3-1204 120mm ARGB Reverse PWM Case Fan

SKU CH-DD74-7SEGZ MPN FD-F-DR3-1204

A 120 mm reverse-flow case fan with ARGB Gen 2 lighting, 350 to 2200 RPM PWM control and a 90,000-hour Rifle bearing

  • Strong airflow of 65.38 CFM from 7-blade swept reverse design
  • Quiet operation at 36.2 dB(A) across 350-2200 RPM range
  • Long-lasting Rifle bearing rated for 90000 hours MTTF
  • Customisable ARGB Gen 2 lighting with 8 addressable LEDs
  • Daisy-chainable cables simplify wiring and reduce internal clutter

Purpose-built cooling

The Fractal Design FD-F-DR3-1204 is a 120mm ARGB reverse PWM case fan designed for builders who need directed airflow in tight or unconventional layouts. Its reverse orientation lets intake or exhaust paths stay clean without flipping the entire chassis plan.

Thermals, noise and power

A 7-blade swept design moves up to 65.38 CFM at a maximum of 2.54 mm H2O static pressure while peaking at 36.2 dB(A). PWM control spans 350 to 2200 RPM so the system can balance cooling and acoustics automatically. The high-grade Rifle bearing is rated for 90000-hour MTTF.

Sustained-load behaviour

Under continuous demand the wide RPM range keeps airflow steady rather than spiking, and the daisy-chainable cable reduces connector strain during long sessions. Reverse blades maintain their pressure curve without the turbulence spikes seen in short bursts. ARGB Gen 2 lighting runs independently of fan speed.

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Specifications

Size & build
Shipping weight0.18 kg
Package size140 × 122 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install the FD-F-DR3-1204 reverse fan and what orientation mistake should I avoid?

Mount the fan so the swept blades pull air from the rear frame side, then connect the 4-pin PWM and ARGB headers; the daisy-chain cables let you link multiple units. The common error is mounting it as a standard intake, which reverses the 65.38 CFM airflow direction.

What maintenance or replacement will the FD-F-DR3-1204 need over time?

The rifle bearing is rated for 90000 hours MTTF, so no routine lubrication is required; plan to replace the fan only if bearing noise rises or airflow drops below the 65.38 CFM spec after extended use.

What limit appears first when the FD-F-DR3-1204 runs at 2200 RPM for long periods?

At maximum speed the fan reaches 36.2 dB(A) and 2.54 mm H2O static pressure; the acoustic limit is usually noticed before thermal or bearing limits under sustained load.

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