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Not even physics can stop Corsair's latest cooling fans

Not even physics can stop Corsair's latest cooling fans

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Not satisfied with your noisy old PC cooling fan? Then consider upgrading to Corsair’s latest ML-series fans, which use maglev technology in order to bend the very forces of physics to your PC-cooling will.

With earlier, now outdated models, wear was caused by friction from the rapid rotation of the fan, which also generated noise and heat. However, the ML-series magnetically suspends the fan blades away from the central bearing of the motor, resulting in a dramatically quieter and more reliable fan even at higher speeds. The fan blades make almost no physical contact with any other parts of the casing, allowing for rotation up to 2400 RPM at 37 decibels of noise.

The Corsair ML-series fans are available now in both 120mm and 140mm sizes. A Pro version is also available that features rubber corners in a variety of colors to further dampen vibration and noise at higher RPM settings, as well as optional LED lights. Prices range from $24.99 to $39.99 depending on size and illumination options. But can you really put a price on the power to command the primal forces of the universe?


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