Fx CONFIGURATIONS

Cooling System
The Fx can be bundled with the DHCR, DHC, or DH heatsink Cooling Dock models, or purchased separately here. The Fx comes in multiple fan configurations.

The B16 is recommended for baseline always-on ultra-quiet cooling. The W20 is recommended for more aggressive cooling that can be used in less noise sensitive environments or switched on/off as needed. The R17 falls between the B16 and W20, and is recommended as a good balance between audio and cooling performance. All three B16, R17 and W20 fans can be order bundled together with the R17 pre-installed and the B16 and W20 ready to quickly and easily exchange.

The G18 and B22 variable speed fan covers the full range of ultra-quiet to hi-airflow cooling performance. The G18 and B22 are high-end Noctua fans controlled with Noctua’s dial-variable speed controller.

All of the above fan configurations include front and back black anodized fan supports, front and back black metal fan screen, mounting fasteners, fan 2/3/4-pin fan adapter with on/off switch, 12 volt power supply (fixed for North America and multi-plug for other locations) and hex key for right-to-repair disassembly.

The Fx is also available with a DIY option that does not include a fan, power switch or power supply but includes the hardware so that the user can setup a fan cooling system as they prefer. See the Specifications section below for additional details.

Fan Colors
Listed from left to right:

• R17: SilenX 80x80x25mm, 3-pin, 12-volt, 7 red blades and black frame, long life ball bearing. Runs at approximately 1700 RPM with 31 CFM airflow and 17 dB(A) noise level.
  
  
• B16: Arctic 80x80x25mm, 3-pin, 12-volt, 5 black blades and black frame, long life fluid dynamic bearing. Runs at approximately 1600 RPM with 21 CFM airflow and 12 dB(A) noise level.
  
  
• W20: Arctic 80x80x25mm, 3-pin, 12-volt, 9 white blades and black frame, long life fluid dynamic bearing. Runs at approximately 2000 RPM with 41 CFM airflow and 22 dB(A) noise level.
  
  
• G18: Variable-speed Noctua NF-R8 redux-1800 PWM 80x80x25mm, 4-pin, 12-volt, 7 dark gray blades and light gray frame, premium-grade SSO bearing. Runs up to approximately 1800 RPM with up to 31.4 CFM airflow and up to 17 dB(A) noise level via Noctua NA-FC1 PWM dial-variable speed controller.
  
  
• B22: Variable-speed Noctua NF-A8 PWM chromax.black.swap 80x80x25mm, 4-pin, 12-volt, 7 black blades and black frame, premium-grade SSO2 bearing. up to approximately 2200 RPM with up to 32.6 CFM airflow and up to 18 dB(A) noise level via Noctua NA-FC1 PWM dial-variable speed controller.
  
  

Future Configurations
The Fx bolt and snap modular system allows for easy fan exchange through accessories, and will work with any standard 80x80mm fan. We also offer a variety of upgrade options to our customers.

ORDER AND SHIPPING POLICIES

• SVALT makes products locally with each product hand built to a customer’s selected order configuration. Aluminum parts are hand finished and anodized in weekly batches by color, and estimated build lead times for a single item are listed with anodized color.
• SVALT is a local company based in Portland, Oregon. Oregon does not collect sales tax.
• International customers are solely responsible for their country’s compliance and are responsible for paying their country’s import fees and taxes upon delivery, as well as providing a valid email address and phone number for the shipping carrier to contact. International orders are limited to one item per shipment.
• 15-day return and replacement for incorrect or defective items in new, unused and undamaged condition to US customers.
• 1-year limited warranty for defects in materials and manufacture to US customers.
• See SVALT’s company policies page for details and additional policies.

Fx DESCRIPTION

Active Airflow Cooling for Heatsink Cooling Docks

The Cooling Fan Fx provides active airflow cooling to boost heatsink cooling with Cooling Dock DHCR, DHC and DH models. The Fx can also be used for cooling the 2024+ Mac Mini by placing the Fx in front of the Mac Mini so that cool air blows towards the Mac Mini, which drives cool air into the front intake vents and pulls hot air out of the back exhaust vents. Finally, the Fx can provide general desk fan cooling needs.

The Fx is sold at or below our cost to offer customers a quiet compact desk fan made from high-quality materials.

All SVALT cooling systems use modular bolted / snapped assemblies and ship with the tools required for right-to-repair servicing, exchanging, upgrading and extending product life span.

SVALT designs innovative patented and/or patent pending products made locally in the Pacific Northwest with a focus on sustainability, and use solid aluminum for enduring metal construction.

Fx FEATURES

Features Overview

• Active airflow cooling for DHCR / DHC / DH models.
• Active airflow cooling for 2024+ Mac Mini.
• Compact and effective general purpose desk fan.
• Ultra-quiet active airflow cooling system (B16).
• Bolt/snap modular system works with any 80x80mm fan.
• Accessories use standard connectors.
• Stabilizing wide-stance support feet with non-slip pads.
• Made from solid aluminum in Portland, Oregon.

Active Airflow Cooling Features

• Adds a boost of active airflow cooling to heatsink Cooling Dock DHCR, DHC and DH models.
• Cools heatsinks, flushes out hot air, and directly cools laptops.
• Support feet and finger guard screens do not block airflow for quieter and more efficient cooling.
• External outlet power supply for increased power with reduced internal laptop heat gain.
• 80x80x25mm 12-volt fan for powerful yet quiet cooling.

Workstation Productivity Features

• Non-slip feet with wide stance to increase stability and avoid tip-over.
• Black anodized aluminum support feet and black powder coated screens create rigid fan system.

Device Compatibility Features

• Provides additional boost of active airflow cooling power to heatsink Cooling Dock DHCR, DHC and DH models.
• Provides active airflow cooling for 2024+ Mac Mini by placing the Fx in front of the Mac Mini so that cool air blows towards the Mac Mini, which drives cool air into the front intake vents and pulls hot air out of the back exhaust vents.
• Provides general desk cooling for miscellaneous purposes.

Right-to-Repair Modularity Features

• Modular bolt/snap assembly for customer servicing, replacement, exchange or upgrade.
• Bolt-on fan with standard 3/4-pin fan connection for customer servicing, replacement, exchange or upgrade with nearly any 80x80x25mm fan.
• Snap-on accessories using standard 3/4-pin fan connection for customer servicing, replacement, exchange or upgrade with nearly any 80x80x25mm fan.
• Product ships with all of the tools required for disassembly.

Material and Component Quality Features

• High-quality 6061 aluminum structure for extra strength and durability.
• Anodized aluminum finish for matching Mac laptop finishes.
• Metal construction for long life span and end-of-life recyclability.
• High-quality fans with long life performance.
• High-quality components over-specced for increased performance and life.
• Minimal use of plastic for reduced environmental impact.
• Biodegradable package cushioning for reduced impact.

Company Features

• Designed and crafted with care in and around Portland, OR, USA (includes foreign electronic components).
• Design driven by a passion to make best-in-class products.
• Innovative design with patents issued and/or pending.
• Support for anyone with a SVALT product.

Fx SPECIFICATIONS

Cooling System Specifications

• B16 Cooling System: Ultra-quiet single-speed Arctic 80x80x25mm 3-pin 12-volt case fan with 5 black blades and a long life fluid dynamic bearing. The fan runs at approximately 1600 RPM and produces approximately 21 CFM airflow and 12 dB(A) noise level.
• R17 Cooling System: Single-speed SilenX 80x80x25mm 3-pin 12-volt case fan with 7 red blades and a long life ball bearing. The fan runs at approximately 1700 RPM and produces approximately 31 CFM airflow and 17 dB(A) noise level.
• W20 Cooling System: Single-speed Arctic 80x80x25mm 3-pin 12-volt case fan with 9 white blades and a long life fluid dynamic bearing. The fan runs at approximately 2000 RPM and produces approximately 41 CFM airflow and 22 dB(A) noise level.
• G18 Cooling System: Variable-speed Noctua NF-R8 redux-1800 PWM 80x80x25mm 4-pin 12-volt case fan with 7 dark gray blades and light gray frame, and a premium-grade SSO2 bearing. The fan runs at approximately up to 1800 RPM and produces approximately 0 up to 31.4 CFM airflow and 0 up to 17 dB(A) noise level. This Noctua fan option comes bundled with Noctua’s NA-FC1 PWM dial-variable speed controller.
• B22 Cooling System: Variable-speed Noctua NF-A8 PWM chromax.black.swap 80x80x25mm 4-pin 12-volt case fan with 7 black blades and a premium-grade SSO2 bearing. The fan runs at approximately up to 2200 RPM and produces approximately 0 up to 32.6 CFM airflow and 0 up to 18 dB(A) noise level. This Noctua fan option comes bundled with Noctua’s NA-FC1 PWM dial-variable speed controller.
• DIY Cooling System: Hardware provided for user supplied fan per Modular Fan section below.
• Modular Fan: Bolted assembly with standard 3/4-pin fan connector for easy upgrade, exchange, servicing or cleaning with virtually any 80x80mm fan. Note the included fasteners support up to a 25mm thick fan, but thicker fans can be supported with the use of longer fasteners. Replacement fans are available to purchase separately. User/customer supplied replacement fans must meet the following specifications when used with electronic switch adapter, power supply, or other items: 1) 3-pin or 4-pin compact fan connector, 2) 12V, and 3) 0.42A max. Note that fan should only be operated with finger guards installed on both sides of fan, otherwise take caution as injury can occur.
• Setup: See Product Setup page for product setup, operation and additional user guide resources. Please note that achieving cooling performance potential requires proper product and workstation setup.
• Right-to-Repair: See Right-to-Repair page for product assembly/disassembly and component installation/removal.

Power Supply Specifications

• A North American power supply is included with USA, Canada, Mexico or Japan, while an international power supply is included with other locations.
• North America Power Supply Specs: 100-240V AC input and 12V output power supply with a fixed Type A (USA, Canada, Mexico, Japan) plug.
• International Power Supply Specs: 100-240V AC input and 12V output power supply with Type A (USA, Canada, Mexico, Japan), Type C (Europe, South America, Asia), Type G (United Kingdom, Ireland), and Type I (Australia, New Zealand, China) interchangeable plugs.
• Replacement: SVALT products may only be used with the certified and marked LPS (Limited Power Supply) power supply. A replacement power supply is available through accessory.

Device Compatibility Specifications

• Designed to add a boost of active airflow cooling to heatsink Cooling Dock DHCR, DHC and DH models.
• Provides active airflow cooling for 2024+ Mac Mini by placing the Fx in front of the Mac Mini so that cool air blows towards the Mac Mini, which drives cool air into the front intake vents and pulls hot air out of the back exhaust vents.
• Provides function as a compact and effective general purpose desk fan.
• See Laptops page to learn about Apple laptop’s built-in cooling systems and SVALT model recommendations.

Dimensional Specifications (non-DIY)

• Product Side to Side: 3.3 inches.
• Product Front to Back: 1.7 inches.
• Product Top to Bottom: 3.2 inches.
• Product Weight: 0.3 lbs.
• Shipping Weight: 1.0 lbs.

Content Specifications

• DIY Models Contents
• 2 x SVALT Cooling Fan model Fx black anodized aluminum 80mm fan support feet with non-slip pads.
• 2 x black powder coated steel fan 80x80mm screens.
• 2 x black lower socket cap #8-32 x 1.5 fasters.
• 2 x black upper #8-32 x 1.25 fasters.
• 2 x black narrow #8 nuts.
• 1 x hex drive for right-to-repair accessing modular cooling system for exchanging, servicing or cleaning cooling systems and fans.
• Additional Contents for non-DIY Models
• 1 or more x 80x80x25mm fan per selected build configuration with 3/4-pin fan connecter.
• 1 x power on/off switch and adapter with 3/4-pin fan connecter at one end and 2.1m barrel power supply connecter at the other end. Note that the G18 and B22 fan configuration also includes Noctua’s NA-FC1 PWM dial-variable speed controller.
• 1 x power supply w/ fixed plug for domestic or multi-plug for international orders.
• 1 x reusable product box.
• Note: Some assembly may be required. Follow packaging labels and see Product Setup page for product setup, operation and additional user guide resources.