Thermaltake CL-F167-PL12SW-A SWAFAN EX 12 ARGB PC Fan - 3 Pack

Name: Thermaltake CL-F167-PL12SW-A SWAFAN EX 12 ARGB PC Fan - 3 Pack
Brand: Thermaltake
SKU: CL-F167-PL12SW-A

Overview

The Thermaltake SWAFAN EX 12 ARGB 3-pack introduces a genuinely useful innovation to PC cooling: magnetically attached, swappable fan blades. Traditional fans lock you into a single airflow direction once mounted, but the SWAFAN EX 12 lets you pop off the blade assembly and replace it with the included reverse set, flipping airflow direction without remounting the fan or disrupting your LED orientation. This makes it far easier to optimize case airflow as intake or exhaust after installation, and the neodymium magnets provide a secure, tool-free connection.

Cable management is another strong point. The included magnetic daisy-chain cables let you link all three fans together and run a single cable back to one 4-pin PWM header, dramatically reducing the cable tangle that typically comes with multi-fan setups. Each fan operates between 500 and 2,000 RPM via PWM, delivering up to 57.11 CFM with the standard blades, and ARGB lighting is synchronized through your motherboard's 5V ARGB header for seamless integration with platforms like ASUS Aura Sync and MSI Mystic Light. The 120mm form factor fits the vast majority of case fan mounts and radiator positions, making this set a flexible and aesthetically polished cooling solution for new builds or upgrades.

Key Features

Swappable Fan Blade Design and Neodymium Magnetic Connection

Connect multiple fans with only one cable

Supports up to 2000 RPM (Standard|Reverse) with up to 57 CFM for airflow

Includes: 3 120mm PWM Fans, 3 Reversable Blades, 3 Mag-cables and accessories

ARGB lighinting effects controlled by Motherboard Sync software

Specifications

Brand

Thermaltake

Model

CL-F167-PL12SW-A

Fan Size

120 x 120 x 25 mm

Quantity

3-pack

Interface

2510-4 PIN PWM, 5V ARGB 3-PIN

Fan Speed

500–2,000 RPM (PWM)

Max Airflow (Standard Blade)

57.11 CFM

Max Airflow (Reverse Blade)

56.26 CFM

Max Air Pressure (Standard)

2.39 mm-H₂O

Max Air Pressure (Reverse)

2.02 mm-H₂O

Noise (Standard Blade)

30.6 dB-A

Noise (Reverse Blade)

32.5 dB-A

Start Voltage

9.0V

Rated Voltage

12V / 5V

Rated Current

12V – 0.27A, 5V – 0.72A (per fan)

Power Input

12V – 3.24W, 5V – 3.6W (per fan)

Bearing Type

Hydraulic bearing

Life Expectancy

40,000 hours at 25°C

Included

3 fans, 3 reversible blade sets, 3 magnetic cables, accessories

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Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

Magnetic swappable blades let you reverse airflow direction without remounting the fan.
Daisy-chain cable design connects three fans from a single motherboard header, reducing cable clutter.
PWM control across a wide 500–2,000 RPM range allows fine-tuned speed and noise balancing.
ARGB lighting syncs with major motherboard software platforms for unified system aesthetics.
Three-pack includes all necessary magnetic cables, reverse blade sets, and mounting accessories.

👎 Cons

Maximum airflow of 57.11 CFM per fan is moderate for high-heat gaming or workstation builds.
Hydraulic bearings have a rated life of 40,000 hours, which is shorter than some double ball-bearing alternatives.
Reverse blades are slightly louder at 32.5 dB-A compared to 30.6 dB-A for the standard blades.
ARGB control relies on motherboard sync software rather than an included standalone controller.
The magnetic blade connection, while convenient, may not hold as securely under heavy vibration.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do the swappable fan blades work on the SWAFAN EX 12?

The fan blades attach via neodymium magnets, allowing you to quickly snap them off and swap between the included standard and reverse blade sets without any tools. This lets you switch airflow direction while keeping the same LED orientation.

How many fans can I daisy-chain together?

You can connect up to three fans using the included magnetic cables, requiring only a single connection back to your motherboard header. This significantly reduces cable clutter inside your case.

What headers does the SWAFAN EX 12 require on my motherboard?

Each fan chain requires one 4-pin PWM fan header (2510-4 pin) for speed control and one 3-pin 5V ARGB header for lighting synchronization.

What is the maximum fan speed and noise level?

The fans spin up to 2,000 RPM. At full speed, the standard blades produce approximately 30.6 dB-A per fan, while the reverse blades measure around 32.5 dB-A per fan.

What software controls the ARGB lighting effects?

Lighting is controlled through your motherboard's ARGB sync software (such as ASUS Aura Sync, MSI Mystic Light, or Gigabyte RGB Fusion) via the 5V ARGB header connection.