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Black 120mm ball bearing CPU fan with 3-pin connector

OEM Industries

OEM Industries FD1212-A3053E 120mm Ball Bearing 3-Pin CPU Cooler

SKU CH-1XXW-NWWA8

A 120mm ball-bearing fan with a 3-pin connector for server CPU cooling

  • Fan size120 mm
  • Bearing designBall
  • Power input connector3 Pin
  • Product colorBlack
  • Product typeFan only
  • 120 mm fan fits standard CPU cooler mounts
  • Ball bearing rated for continuous server duty
  • 3-pin 12 V connector enables motherboard speed control
  • Low 0.18 A draw keeps power budget minimal
  • Ceramic bearing construction reduces friction noise

120mm Server Fan

The OEM Industries FD1212-A3053E is a 120mm ball-bearing fan designed for server chassis airflow. It operates on a 12V 0.18Amp current via a standard 3-pin power connector. The unit contains no LED lighting and is sold as a fan-only component. It suits administrators maintaining or upgrading 12cm cooling slots in rackmount or tower servers.

Ball Bearing Airflow

The ceramic ball bearing supports continuous duty cycles typical in server environments. At 12 volts and 0.18 amps the motor draws modest power while delivering steady airflow for component cooling. Headroom exists for standard thermal loads but the fan lacks PWM control so speed cannot be dynamically managed by the motherboard. It runs at a fixed rate determined by the supply voltage.

3-Pin Voltage Control

The three-wire interface provides tachometer feedback but no fourth wire for pulse-width modulation. Speed adjustment is limited to voltage regulation from the header or an external controller. Builders needing automatic fan curves or software-controlled quiet profiles cannot use this model for that purpose. The connector fits standard 3-pin headers found on most server and workstation boards.

How it compares

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

Price $23.99
Pricier than about 68% of the 1,559 comparable items (median $19.99).
Fan size 120 mm
Higher than about 80% of the 812 comparable items (median 80 mm).

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Specifications

Product
Model nameFD1212-A3053E
Product colorBlack
Product typeFan only
Power
Power input connector3 Pin
Size & build
Fan size120 mm
Bearing designBall
More details
LED lightingNo

Questions about this item

Will the FD1212-A3053E 3-pin connector work on a motherboard that only has 4-pin CPU fan headers?

Yes, the 3-pin plug fits a 4-pin header; the fan will run at full 12 V 0.18 A speed continuously because PWM control is not present on this model.

How can I confirm the FD1212-A3053E is spinning correctly after installation?

Check the BIOS hardware monitor or a fan-speed utility; you should see a steady RPM reading that matches the 12 V 0.18 A specification for the 120 mm ball-bearing fan.

Does the FD1212-A3053E package include mounting screws or a heatsink, or must I buy them separately?

The item is listed as fan only, so no heatsink or mounting hardware is included; you will need to source compatible screws and a heatsink separately.

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