---
product_id: 323926196
title: "PWM 12038 120mm*38mm Computer Case Fan 12V 4 Pin 5300RPM High Air Flow Dual Ball CFM FG DC Brushless Cooling Fan"
brand: "wathai"
price: "R1595"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Wathai"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/323926196-pwm-12038-120mm-38mm-computer-case-fan-12v-4-pin
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# 67,000 hrs dual ball bearing lifespan 213 CFM airflow 5300 RPM high speed PWM 12038 120mm*38mm Computer Case Fan 12V 4 Pin 5300RPM High Air Flow Dual Ball CFM FG DC Brushless Cooling Fan

**Brand:** wathai
**Price:** R1595
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ❄️ Cool your tech, own the game — no compromises.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** PWM 12038 120mm*38mm Computer Case Fan 12V 4 Pin 5300RPM High Air Flow Dual Ball CFM FG DC Brushless Cooling Fan by wathai
- **How much does it cost?** R1595 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/323926196-pwm-12038-120mm-38mm-computer-case-fan-12v-4-pin)

## Best For

- wathai enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted wathai brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Turbocharged Speed:** Spin up to 5300 RPM for relentless performance and rapid heat dissipation.
- • **Endurance Engineered:** Dual ball bearings rated for 67,000 hours—built to outlast your longest sessions.
- • **Ready-to-Install Kit:** Comes with fan grille, screws, and nuts—everything you need to upgrade instantly.
- • **Plug & Play Precision:** 4-pin PWM connector ensures smart, silent speed control tailored to your needs.
- • **Unmatched Cooling Power:** Blasts 213 CFM airflow to keep your rig ice-cold under pressure.

## Overview

The Wathai PWM 12038 is a high-performance 120mm computer case fan featuring a powerful 5300 RPM speed and 213 CFM airflow. Equipped with durable dual ball bearings rated for 67,000 hours, it ensures long-lasting, reliable cooling. Its 4-pin PWM connector allows precise speed control, making it ideal for gaming PCs and mining rigs that demand extreme airflow and endurance.

## Description

Package Included: 1 x Fan with Fan Grill and Mounting Screws and Nuts Dimensions: 120 x 120 x 38 mm. Rated Voltage: 12V Rated Current: 2.0A Connector: 4 pin Speed: 5300 rpm. Airflow: 213 CFM Noise: 58dBA Bearing Type: Double Ball Bearing Cable length: 25 cm. Lifespan: 50,000 hours. Weight: 294g/pc Extreme Cooling Fan for Gaming PC and Mining Machine, High Speed 5300RPM with 230CFM Airflow, 2 Ball Bearings Designed for Extended Life and High Performance, 4 Wire

Review: Extremely powerful, but unreliable, failed capacitor jams rotor on 3 of them in updraft installation
Review: Superb airflow if you can tolerate the noise level

## Features

- Dimensions: 120 x 120 x 38 mm | Rated Voltage: 12 V | Rated Current: 2.0 A | Airflow: 213 CFM | Power: 22.8 W | Speed: 5300 RPM
- Dual ball bearings have a lifespan of 67,000 hours and allow fans to be laid flat or standing.
- Connector: 4 pin; Cable: UL type(+): red wire; (-): black wire FG yellow wire function; PWM: blue wire;
- 1 fan includes fan grille and mounting screws and nuts
- International products have separate terms, are sold from abroad and may differ from local products, including fit, age ratings, language of product, labelling or instructions.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07SGWNV5J |
| Air Flow Capacity | 213 Cubic Feet Per Minute |
| Best Sellers Rank | 180,824 in Business, Industry & Science ( See Top 100 in Business, Industry & Science ) 615 in Electronic Cooling Fans |
| Brand | Wathai |
| Compatible Devices | 1 |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Cooling method | Air |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 433 Reviews |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 12L x 12W x 3.8H centimetres |
| Manufacturer | Wathai |
| Material | Lead |
| Max Rotational Speed | 5300 RPM |
| Noise Level | 58 Decibels |
| Power Connector Type | 4-Pin |
| Power connector type | 4-Pin |
| Product dimensions | 12L x 12W x 3.8H centimetres |
| UPC | 702334356784 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Voltage | 12 Volts (DC) |
| Wattage | 22.8 watts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Wathai
- **Compatible devices:** 1
- **Cooling method:** Air
- **Material:** Lead
- **Maximum rotational speed:** 5300 RPM
- **Noise level:** 58 Decibels
- **Power connector type:** 4-Pin
- **Product dimensions:** 12L x 12W x 3.8H centimetres
- **Voltage:** 12 Volts (DC)
- **Wattage:** 22.8 watts

## Images

![PWM 12038 120mm*38mm Computer Case Fan 12V 4 Pin 5300RPM High Air Flow Dual Ball CFM FG DC Brushless Cooling Fan - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61e+-o11W1S.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this unit ul tested, if yes, to what standard. if not, what standards has it been tested?**
A: UL 507 is the relevant standard for electric fans, however this fan was not tested by UL. 

Also important to note that UL Listed products are tested while UL Recognized products are not tested. Both levels require a direct marking on the part which means this fan has neither level. To be honest most fans at this price level are not going to be agency tested just because the target market is PC case fans, and the things UL tests for are not relevant to PC builders. 

The fan has CE certification which is just saying it won't burn your house down. CE doesn't check fans for performance; you're better off reading reviews than looking for agency approvals if this is a PC fan.

**Q: will this fan work with just pos & neg hooked up? do I need all for wires hooked up to work ? thanks**
A: Will work with just pos and neg.

**Q: If I plan to use more than 50% capacity of the 5300rpm model, would I  need to connect it to a controller/hub rated for more than 1amp per lane?**
A: I would make sure that which ever Fan Port you connect this High Airflow Fan that it will support the amperage stated in the specs of the fan.

**Q: Any water or dust resistance rating?  ip52, ip67?**
A: I do not see any water/dust proof rating printed, however, I use this fan as a range-top exhaust fan in suction mode, so all cooking steam & grease-laden fumes are drawn across/through the fan... daily.  Thus far, it has performed flawlessly, despite the harsh environment.  I recommend this fan.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐ Extremely powerful, but unreliable, failed capacitor jams rotor on 3 of them in updraft installation
*by A***Y on 1 December 2025*



### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Superb airflow if you can tolerate the noise level
*by A***N on 1 October 2025*



### ⭐ Wrong dimensions
*by K***N on 16 August 2025*



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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-03*