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March 29, 2025

Noctua NF-A8 FLX, Premium Quiet Fan, 3-Pin (80mm, Brown)

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Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 3.15 x 3.15 x 0.98 inches; 8.11 ounces
Item model number ‏ : ‎ NF-A8 FLX
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ September 17, 2014
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ NF-A8 FLX
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00NEMG9K6

Premium quiet fan, 80x80x25 mm, 12V, 3-pin Molex, 2000/1650/1200 RPM, max. 16.1 dB(A), >150,000 h MTTF
Award-winning 80x25mm A-series fan with Flow Acceleration Channels and Advanced Acoustic Optimisation frame for superior quiet cooling performance
8cm format is ideal for compact PC cases (HTPC, ITX, Small Form Factor) and other chassis (intake & exhaust), replacement fan for NAS and other devices, etc.
3-pin FLX version provides 2000/1650/1200rpm speed settings via Low-Noise Adaptors to fine-tune the fan for maximum airflow or near-silent operation
Includes anti-vibration mounts, fan screws, Low-Noise & Ultra-Low-Noise Adaptors, extension cable and 3:4-pin adaptor for powering the fan directly from the power supply
March 5, 2025

Noctua NF-A8 ULN, Extremely Quiet Silent Fan, 3-Pin (80mm, Brown)

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The NF-A8 is a highly optimised, premium quality quiet 80mm fan. Featuring Noctua’s AAO (Advanced Acoustic Optimisation) frame as well as sophisticated aerodynamic design measures such as Flow Acceleration Channels, the NF-A8 further improves the renowned quiet cooling performance of the award-winning NF-R8. The ULN version provides super-slow 1400/1100rpm speed settings for ultra-low-noise applications and highly noise sensitive users who demand near-silent operation. Its superb running smoothness, reference-class SSO2 bearing and Noctua’s trusted premium quality make it an elite choice for the highest demands.

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AAO frame

Noctua's AAO (Advanced Acoustic Optimisation) frames feature integrated anti-vibration pads as well as Noctua's proprietary Stepped Inlet Design and Inner Surface Microstructures, both of which further refine the fan's performance/noise efficiency.

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Flow Acceleration Channels

The NF-A8 impeller features suction side Flow Acceleration Channels. By speeding up the airflow at the crucial outer blade regions, this measure reduces suction side flow separation and thus leads to better efficiency and lower vortex noise.

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SSO2 bearing

The NF-A8 features the further optimised second generation of Noctua's renowned, time-tested SSO bearing. With SSO2, the rear magnet is placed closer to the axis to provide even better stabilisation, precision and durability.

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Integrated anti-vibration pads

Integrated anti-vibration pads made from extra-soft silicone minimise the transmission of minute vibrations while maintaining full compatibility with all standard screws and other mounting systems.

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Scope of delivery

Ultra-Low-Noise Adaptor (U.L.N.A.)NA-AC1 3:4-pin adaptor cableNA-EC2 30cm extension cable4x NA-AV1 anti-vibration mountsFan screws NF-A8NF-A8

Inner Surface Microstructures

With the tips of the fan blades ploughing through the boundary layer created by the Inner Surface Microstructures, flow separation from the suction side of the blades is significantly suppressed, which results in reduced blade passing noise and improved airflow and pressure efficiency.

Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Customer Reviews 4.9 out of 5 stars 2,086 4.8 out of 5 stars 1,617 4.8 out of 5 stars 1,293 4.7 out of 5 stars 400 4.5 out of 5 stars 285 — Price $16.95$16.95 $16.95$16.95 $16.95$16.95 $16.95$16.95 $16.95$16.95 — Connector 4-pin PWM 3-pin 3-pin 4-pin PWM 3-pin 4-pin PWM Voltage 12V 12V 12V 5V 5V 12V RPM Max: 2200 / Min: 450 2000 1400 Max: 2200 / Min: 450 2200 Max: 2200 / Min: 450 RPM with L.N.A. 1750 1650 1100 - - - RPM with U.L.N.A. - 1200 - - - - Acoustical Noise 17,7 dB(A) 16,1 dB(A) 10,4 dB(A) 17,7 dB(A) 17,7 dB(A) 17,7 dB(A) Acoustical Noise with L.N.A. 13,8 dB(A) 12,9 dB(A) 6,5 dB(A) - - - Acoustical Noise with U.L.N.A. - 7,9 dB(A) - - - - Size 80x80x25 mm 80x80x25 mm 80x80x25 mm 80x80x25 mm 80x80x25 mm 80x80x25 mm Colour Brown & Beige Brown & Beige Brown & Beige Brown & Beige Brown & Beige Black with swappable coloured anti-vibration pads
Ultra low noise fan, 80x80x25 mm, 12V, 3-pin Molex, 1400/1100 RPM, max. 10.4 dB(A), >150,000 h MTTF
Award-winning 80x25mm A-series fan with Flow Acceleration Channels and Advanced Acoustic Optimisation frame for superior quiet cooling performance
8cm format is ideal for compact PC cases (HTPC, ITX, Small Form Factor) and other chassis (intake & exhaust), replacement fan for NAS and other devices, etc.
3-pin ULN version with 1400rpm (1100rpm with supplied Ultra-Low-Noise Adaptor) for serious silent enthusiasts who demand the utmost quietness of operation
Includes anti-vibration mounts, fan screws, Ultra-Low-Noise Adaptor, extension cable and 3:4-pin adaptor for powering the fan directly from the power supply