Radiator Fan question

ironictoaster

Hi All,
Quick question about radiatior fans.


I have an AIO NZXT Kraken X62 in my case (NZXT H500i). Radiator fans are intaking from near the front panel (see below) through the radiator and into case. I have two exhaust fans at the back and on top.

I was just wondering what effect would having the radiator fans in front of the radiator as opposed to behind the radiator?

I ask am I looking to add to some RGB fans!

I am just concerned as there's no real ventillation in the front panel. Would I be starving my PC for cool air?


https://imgur.com/a/uM4Q3pc

Cheers!

There's negligible difference when running them behind or in front of the radiator. Make sure the fans you use have good static pressure rating though.

ironictoaster

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There's negligible difference when running them behind or in front of the radiator. Make sure the fans you use have good static pressure rating though.

Thanks for that. Just to confirm it's OK to run them as intake fans.

Yep. They're fine as you have them at the moment or if you want to put them behind is ok too. Once they are drawing air in.

Serephucus

The only real difference will be that your radiator will be more annoying to clean. :P

Like they are now, all you really need to do is wipe down the front of the radiator.
If you move the fans, then you'll have to take the fans off to properly dust it.

If you don't clean your radiator much or at all, then ignore this.