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Noctua NH-U12S redux

120 mm single-tower heatsink with four heatpipes and an NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM fan.

Original schematic of a single-tower fin stack and 120 mm fan; not to scale
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IDENTIFICATION: Confirm the complete model, revision, included mounting hardware, and host requirements against the manufacturer documentation before installation.

Manufacturer specifications

Catalog subcategoryTower and dual-tower air coolers
Exact modelNoctua NH-U12S redux
HeatsinkFour 6 mm heatpipes; nickel-plated copper base and aluminium fins.
Dimensions158 mm height; 125 mm width; 71 mm depth with fan.
FanNF-P12 redux-1700 PWM, 120 × 120 × 25 mm; 0–1700 rpm.
Socket and fitIntel LGA1851/LGA1700/LGA1200/LGA115x and AMD AM5/AM4 mounting support; confirm included kit revision and RAM/case clearance.

Compatibility and installation

Check the exact socket kit and case allowance for a 158 mm cooler. Seat the heatsink with the supplied mounting system, connect the fan to a 4-pin PWM header, and verify clearance around tall memory modules and the first PCIe slot.

  • Disconnect system power before installation or rewiring, and follow the exact model manual.
  • After assembly, confirm fan/pump operation and monitor temperatures before sustained workload.

Manufacturer source

  1. Noctua — NH-U12S redux specifications and compatibilityManufacturer product documentation; check the current model revision, package contents, and local socket kit before purchase or installation.

This static catalog entry is an identification aid, not a compatibility guarantee; fit and ratings can vary by revision, mounting kit, and host configuration.