Fan Thermaltake CT120 EX ARGB Sync Hydrangea Blue 12cm 68cfm Hydraulic

The Thermaltake CT120 EX ARGB Sync Hydrangea Blue is a 120 mm PC cooling fan that combines MagForce 2.0 quick magnetic connection technology with ARGB lighting and a hydraulic bearing for reliable operation. It delivers up to 68 CFM airflow and 2.95 mm-H2O static pressure while maintaining a measured noise level of approximately 28.5 dBA. The fan is designed to synchronize its 9 addressable LEDs with compatible motherboard RGB software and fits standard 120 mm mounting points.

Advantages

MagForce 2.0 provides a faster, more tolerant magnetic connection with enlarged pogo pin contact pads to reduce misalignment during daisy-chaining or cable connections. The fan frame is reinforced for reduced deformation and improved sealing against chassis or radiator edges, and round anti-vibration rubber pads on each corner dampen vibration for steadier operation at higher speeds. Nine addressable LEDs enable up to 16.8 million color combinations when used with motherboard sync software.

Suitable for (tasks / use cases)

• Case cooling for desktop PCs using 120 mm fan mounts
• Radiator cooling in AIO liquid cooling or custom loops compatible with 120 mm fans
• Systems requiring ARGB lighting synchronized via 5V addressable RGB motherboard headers
• PC builders who prefer simplified fan installation and reduced cabling using magnetic quick connect

Key specifications

• Fan size: 120 mm
• Maximum airflow: 68 CFM
• Static pressure: 2.95 mm-H2O
• Noise level: ~28.5 dBA
• Bearing type: Hydraulic
• ARGB LEDs: 9 addressable LEDs, supports 5V addressable RGB headers (ASUS, MSI, GIGABYTE, BIOSTAR, ASRock)
• Model / MPN: CL-F196-PL12BU-A
• EAN: 4711475644632

How to use

Mount the CT120 EX ARGB Sync fan to a 120 mm fan or radiator location using standard screws. For ARGB lighting control, connect the fan’s 5V addressable RGB cable to a compatible motherboard header and use the motherboard vendor’s RGB software (ASUS Aura Sync, GIGABYTE RGB Fusion, MSI Mystic Light Sync, ASRock Polychrome) to configure colors and effects. Use the MagForce 2.0 quick magnetic connection when installing multiple CT series fans to simplify cabling and speed up assembly.

Recommendations

Ensure your motherboard has a 5V addressable RGB header for ARGB lighting; without it, the lighting cannot be controlled. For optimal cooling, place fans to create a balanced airflow (intake and exhaust) and avoid obstructing airflow paths. Periodically check and clean fan blades and anti-vibration pads to maintain performance.