Directional Cooling: Hoods On Case Fans
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February 26, 2026
What is the current thinking on using say 140mm to 120mm adapters or purpose designed hoods to increase SAP (Static Air Pressure) and give a more strongly directional airflow over the MB?
I ask because both the cases I have (Fractal) for new builds have positions for a side mounted intake or exhaust fan (I know there is controversy around that matter too) which will sit, roughly, opposite the NVME drive location on the MB. I was wondering if a more directional flow of air from a hooded fan might be beneficial.
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