No nonsense cooling company Noctua has today announced the NF-P14 FLX, its first-ever 140mm fan. Borrowing the wisdom of the popular NF-P12 model, the new fan features a SSO (self-stabilising oil-pressure) bearing, an impeller with nine blades that have Vortex-Control Notches for a quiet operation, high precision CNC milled brass parts to reinforce the motor hub, and the SCD2 (Smooth Commutation Drive) system that also contributes to lowering the overall sound output.

The NF-P14 FLX has a MTBF (mean time before failure) of over 150,000 hours and is bundled with two adapters which enable the user to choose one of three speed settings - 1200, 900 and 750 RPM. At its lowest working speed the fan has a sound output of just 10,1 dB(A), while when working at 1200 RPM it 'outs' 19,6 dB(A).

"As more and more cases and coolers support 140mm fans, we've been receiving an increased amount of customer requests for a premium grade quiet fan in this size", explains Mag. Roland Mossig, Noctua CEO. "After more than 18 months of development and optimisation, we're proud to respond to this demand with the new NF-P14 FLX. Supporting both 120mm and 140mm mounting, the NF-P14 FLX will not only satisfy those looking for a reference class 140mm fan but also forms an ideal upgrade for 120mm case and CPU fans."

The NF-P14 FLX is backed by a 6-year warranty and will start reaching stores by mid-November with a price tag of $24.90 / 21.90 Euro.