In the market for a new CPU cooler? Then you should probably take a look at SilentiumPC's latest offering, known as the Fortis 2 XE1226. Besides the catchy name, it packs features like pure copper 6mm heatpipes, a near silent 22dBa 120mm fan and it supports almost all modern Intel and AMD CPUs.

The Fortis 2 is designed to fit all ATX case types, giving you 155mm space behind the cooler – though that is obviously reduced if you make use of the optional second fan mount – and it comes with some high performance heat paste too, though knowing KitGuru enthusiasts, you've probably got a drawer full of the stuff anyway.

There's no heatpipe transfer technology here, but there is a solid copper base, which all six, dual heatpipes run through, extending up into the large array of aluminium fins.

The bundled fan is a DF12025 120mm impeller which spins at 500-1500 RPM, producing at most 22dBa at full speed.

The full technical specifications are as follows:

• Overall dimensions: 130x95x155mm
• Overall weight: 0.880 kg
• Cooling fan type: DF12025
• Size: 120 x 120 x 25mm
• Bearing type: Hydraulic
• Rated Voltage: 12V
• Rated Current: 0.2A
• Air Flow: max. 65.00 CFM
• Noise level: max. 22 dBA
• Fan Speed: 500 ~ 1500 +/-10%
• MTBF: 50 000 hours
• Connector: 4Pin PWM
• Compatibility:
• AMD: AM2(+), AMD AM3 (+), FM1, FM2
• Intel: LGA 775, LGA 1366, LGA 2011, LGA 1150, 1155, 1156
• EAN: 5900308750148
• Product code: SPC097
• Warranty: 24 months

Find out more at the SilentiumPC main site.

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