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Small black 40mm square fan with three-pin connector

OEM Industries

OEM Industries EC4010LL12EA 40mm 12V .04A 3-pin CPU cooler

SKU CH-P01E-WHV6C

A compact 40 mm fan with EL bearing and 3-pin connector runs at 12 V and 0.04 A for small-form-factor CPU cooling

  • Fan size40 mm
  • Bearing designEL Bearing
  • Power input connector3 Pin
  • Product colorBlack
  • Product typeFan only
  • Compact 40 mm fan fits tight chassis spaces
  • EL bearing reduces friction for quieter operation
  • 12 V .04 A draw keeps power consumption low
  • Three-pin connector enables simple motherboard control
  • Black frame suits case, router or switch cooling

Compact 40 mm fan for tight builds

The OEM Industries EC4010LL12EA is a 40 mm square fan designed for small-form-factor systems, routers or network switches where space is at a premium. Its 10 mm thickness keeps the profile low enough for 1U chassis and cramped CPU cooler mounts. The three-pin connector provides simple voltage control on standard motherboard headers.

EL bearing keeps noise and draw low

An EL bearing reduces friction so the fan runs quietly at its rated 12 V and 0.04 A. The low current draw means minimal impact on a system’s power budget while still moving air through restrictive grilles. Black frame and blades blend into dark interiors without LED distraction.

Steady airflow under continuous duty

The bearing design maintains consistent speed during extended operation rather than slowing as temperature rises. Continuous 12 V supply keeps rotational velocity stable in always-on devices such as routers or embedded servers. No PWM signalling is present so speed scales directly with applied voltage.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in CPU Coolers & Heatsink Fans, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $21.99
Pricier than about 60% of the 1,559 comparable items (median $19.99).
Fan size 40 mm
Lower than about 90% of the 812 comparable items (median 80 mm).

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Specifications

Product
Model nameEC4010LL12EA
Product colorBlack
Product typeFan only
Power
Power input connector3 Pin
Size & build
Fan size40 mm
Bearing designEL Bearing
More details
LED lightingNo

Questions about this item

How do I connect the 3-pin plug to a 12 V header without reversing the wires?

Align the guide tab on the 3-pin connector with the slot on the motherboard or controller header; the keyed design prevents reverse insertion, then press firmly until seated.

When should I replace the EL bearing fan in the EC4010LL12EA?

Replace the fan when bearing noise increases, rotation becomes uneven, or airflow drops noticeably; the EL bearing is not user-serviceable and has no published relubrication interval.

What thermal limit appears first when this 40 mm fan runs continuously at 12 V and 0.04 A?

The small 40×10 mm frame moves limited air volume, so the heatsink temperature rises until the CPU throttles or the fan reaches its maximum speed ceiling.

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