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External fan control - The 15 best products in comparison

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External fan control - The 15 best products in comparison

Recommended products in the area "External fan control"

We have products in the range "External Fan Control" compared with each other and put together recommendations for you. Here you will find the top 15 in the “External fan control” section.

External fan control – the most important things at a glance

Fans cool the components in computers, servers and other electronic devices. The heat generated by the components depends on the load and the ambient temperature. In order to ensure optimal cooling of the components, fans are usually controlled via an internal fan controller.

External fan controls allow the user to regulate the fan speed independently of the ambient temperature. This improves the cooling of the components and reduces background noise.

External fan controls are available in different versions. However, most devices are available either as standalone devices or in the form of an expansion card for the computer. Standalone units tend to be a bit more expensive, but typically offer greater flexibility and control over the fans. Expansion cards typically offer easier installation and service, but are usually limited to a certain number of fans.

Choosing the right fan controller depends on individual needs. As a general rule, a device should be chosen that can both control the fan speed and monitor the ambient temperature. Depending on the functionality required, a simple standalone device or an expansion card may be sufficient.

In some cases, it may also make sense to install additional fans to improve cooling of the components. This is particularly useful when the ambient temperature is often very high or the fan speed cannot be regulated.

Overall, an external fan control offers the possibility to regulate the fan speed independently of the ambient temperature. This improves the cooling of the components and reduces background noise.

The bestsellers in the field of "External fan control"

A list of the best sellers under the category "External Fan Control" you can find here. Here you can find out which products other users have bought particularly often.

Bestseller no. 1
ELUTENG 140mm USB Fan PC Fan with 3 Adjustable Speeds, USB Fan 140mm 5V Quiet PC Fan USB PC Fan Compatible with Computer/PS4/TV Box/AV Cabinet/Router
  • 【USB Fan 140mm】ELUTENG 140*140mm USB fan, USB power supply, plug and play, very suitable for cooling PC/laptop/TV box/receiver/AV cabin/PS4/projector/router. It is not recommended to connect to a USB hub.
  • 【3 speeds adjustable】 Fan 140mm quiet has a speed switch. There are 3 wind speeds to choose from. Air flow: 50/53/56 CFM, rotation speed: 1000/1250/1500 rpm. You can choose different wind speed levels depending on the application environment.
  • 【Durable and Quiet】 With hydraulic bearings and excellent double ball motors, it is very durable and has a service life of up to 45.000 hours. Lowest noise: 25dB, which will not affect your life, study, work, etc. Can work continuously for 24 hours without increasing the noise.
  • 【Multiple protection】 Metal grids are used on both sides to prevent blade injuries to fingers and wire damage while working. The corner joints are equipped with cable protection adhesive, which is wear-resistant, not easy to break, and safer and more reliable to use.
  • 【Good quality】 Exquisite black metal spray grill, no rust and no fading; High quality, durable bearings; Compact design 14cm * 14cm * 2,5cm, perfect for tight spaces.
Bestseller no. 2
upHere U120 USB fan, multi-speed control, with metal grill protection, case fan 120 mm for PC/TV box/receiver/AV cabin/PS4/router, U1204BK4-2, with desktop
  • 1.【Multi-Speed ​​Speed ​​Controller】upHere U120 USB Fan 120*120*25mm with speed switch, 3 levels adjustable speed for different cooling needs, protect your devices.
  • 2.【Double Ball Bearing】High quality double ball bearing has a service life of 70.000 hours. Fan can be used both lying and standing.
  • 3.【Plug & Play】USB plug can power the fan via USB ports for electronics and game consoles. upHere USB fan is ideal for cooling PC/Laptop/TV Box/Receiver/AV Cabinet/PS4/Projector/Router , you can use small pc cooling fan anywhere.
  • 4. 【Multiple Protection】Black metal grill on both sides of the case fans 120mm, prevent your hand and cables; Cable protector stick in the corner, wear-resistant and not easy to break.
  • 5.Low-noise profile Perfectly matched - optimal cooling performance and ultra-quiet operation.
Bestseller no. 3
upHere USB fan, multi-speed control, with metal grill protection, case fan 120mm for PC/TV box/receiver/AV cabin/PS4/router,N12U04
  • 1. 【Plug & Play】USB plug can power the fan via USB ports for electronics and game consoles. upHere USB fan is ideal for cooling PC/Laptop/TV Box/Receiver/AV Cabinet/PS4/Projector/Router , you can use small pc cooling fan anywhere.
  • 2. 【Widely Used】Here U120 120*120*25mm USB fan, ideal for cooling PC/Laptop/TV Box/Receiver/AV Cabin/PS4/Projector/Router, protect your devices from damage.
  • 3. 【Multiple Protection】Black metal grill on both sides of the case fans 120mm, prevent your hand and cables; Cable protector stick in the corner, wear-resistant and not easy to break.
  • 4. 【Double Ball Bearing】High quality double ball bearing has a service life of 70.000 hours. Fan can be used both lying and standing.
  • 5.【Multi-Speed ​​Speed ​​Controller】upHere N12U04 USB Fan 120*120*25mm with Speed ​​Switch, 3 step adjustable speed for different cooling needs, protect your devices.
Bestseller no. 4
ELUTENG 120mm USB Fan 5V with 3 Adjustable Speeds, USB PC Computer Fan USB Fan 120mm Axial Fan Compatible with Computer/PS4/TV Box/Receiver/AV Cabin/Router
  • 【USB fan 120mm】 ELUTENG 120 * 120mm USB fan, USB power supply, plug-and-play, very suitable for cooling PC / laptop / TV box / receiver / AV booth / PS4 / projector / router. *** It is not recommended to connect to a USB hub.
  • 【3 speeds adjustable】Fan 120mm has a speed switch. There are 3 wind speeds to choose from. Air volume: 50/53/56 CFM, rotation speed: 1000/1250/1500 rpm. You can choose different wind speed levels depending on the usage environment.
  • 【Durable】With hydraulic bearings and excellent double ball motors, it is very durable and has a service life of up to 45.000 hours.
  • 【Multiple protection】 Metal grids are used on both sides to prevent blade injuries to fingers and wire damage while working. The corner joints are equipped with cable protection adhesive, which is wear-resistant, not easy to break, and safer and more reliable to use.
  • 【Good quality】 Exquisite black metal spray grill, no rust and no fading; High quality, durable bearings; Compact design 12cm * 12cm * 2,5cm, perfect for tight spaces.
Bestseller no. 5
ELUTENG USB Fan 80mm 5V 2 in 1 with 3 Adjustable Speeds, Double USB Fan 80mm PC Fan USB Computer Fan with 8 Shock-Absorbing Feet for PS5 PS4 Laptop TV Box Router
  • 【2 in 1 Dual Row 80mm USB Fan】ELUTENG dual row 8cm USB fan, USB powered, plug and play, can place the fan horizontally or vertically, ideal for cooling PC/Laptop/TV Box/Receiver/Mobile Phone/PS4 /Projector Instrument/ Router/Hard Drive Enclosure. 2 fans are connected together and run at the same time, the cooling effect is better.
  • 【3 Adjustable Wind Speeds】The latest upgraded 80mm USB fan has a speed controller with 3 gears (low, medium and high) to control the wind speed. The speed is: 2050/2400/2750 rpm (×2) and the air volume is: 23,9/27,9/31,98 CFM (×2). Depending on the operating environment, you can choose between different wind speed levels.
  • 【Durable】By using hydraulic bearings and imported double ball bearings, it is very durable and has a long service life. The noise level is 25,6 dB (weak) to 32,5 dB (strong)
  • 【Multiple Protection】The bottom is equipped with 4 removable rubber shock absorbers for more convenient use, safer, more stable and reliable. Metal grids are used on both sides to prevent the blade from hurting your fingers and damaging the wire when working. The corner joint is equipped with cable protection glue, which is wear-resistant, not easy to break, and is safer and more reliable to use.
  • 【Wide Practicality】Size: 0,8 x 0,8 x 0,25cm(×2); Cable length: 1 m. It is not only suitable for cooling devices such as PCs, routers and hard drives, but also AV devices and game consoles. Just plug in any device equipped with a USB port to start cooling without the hassle of wiring.
Bestseller no. 6
XTVTX 3PCS USB Fan Speed ​​Controller, USB Fan Speed ​​Controller, DC 5V Mini USB Stepless Fan Controller DC 4-12V to 2,5-8V 5W Regulator Speed ​​Controller with Switch
  • 【Rated power】5W (please DO NOT overload), suitable for common 5.0V USB fans
  • 【Material】 The USB fan controller is made of electronic accessory element, the inner conductor is made of pure copper. it is durable and long lasting for you to use.
  • 【USB Fan Speed ​​Controller】The fan wind speed can be adjusted from 2,5V to 8V according to your comfort
  • 【Package Included】3 Pcs * USB Fan Speed ​​Controller
  • 【Instructions for use】Plug the USB fan speed controller controller into the phone charger or charging treasure, insert the USB plug of the fan into the USB port of the controller, and then rotate the adjustment knob to adjust the small air volume and large air volume. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the air volume. Turning it counter-clockwise makes the air volume quieter and the rotary knob has a switching function.

This is what Stiftung Warentest says about products in the "External fan control" area

Stiftung Warentest examines, compares and tests the best products for consumers. Many of the tests by Stiftung Warentest help in deciding which product to buy. We do not currently know whether there is a test winner from Stiftung Warentest for this product that is recommended for purchase.

Our comparison winner in the field of "external fan control"

Compare winner
ELUTENG 140mm USB Fan PC Fan with 3 Adjustable Speeds, USB Fan 140mm 5V Quiet PC Fan USB PC Fan Compatible with Computer/PS4/TV Box/AV Cabinet/Router
  • 【USB Fan 140mm】ELUTENG 140*140mm USB fan, USB power supply, plug and play, very suitable for cooling PC/laptop/TV box/receiver/AV cabin/PS4/projector/router. It is not recommended to connect to a USB hub.
  • 【3 speeds adjustable】 Fan 140mm quiet has a speed switch. There are 3 wind speeds to choose from. Air flow: 50/53/56 CFM, rotation speed: 1000/1250/1500 rpm. You can choose different wind speed levels depending on the application environment.
  • 【Durable and Quiet】 With hydraulic bearings and excellent double ball motors, it is very durable and has a service life of up to 45.000 hours. Lowest noise: 25dB, which will not affect your life, study, work, etc. Can work continuously for 24 hours without increasing the noise.
  • 【Multiple protection】 Metal grids are used on both sides to prevent blade injuries to fingers and wire damage while working. The corner joints are equipped with cable protection adhesive, which is wear-resistant, not easy to break, and safer and more reliable to use.
  • 【Good quality】 Exquisite black metal spray grill, no rust and no fading; High quality, durable bearings; Compact design 14cm * 14cm * 2,5cm, perfect for tight spaces.

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