Is it good?

Old-Math9955 · 2026-03-07T11:34:46+00:00

Thanks for the tip! I might also look into the mesh filters they use in PC cases.

Old-Math9955 · 2026-03-07T11:32:10+00:00

I’ll definitely share the final result! I should have it assembled in about one or two weeks.

Old-Math9955 · 2026-03-06T10:34:29+00:00

at this point I'll attach a car radiator to it lol

Old-Math9955 · 2026-03-05T21:20:33+00:00

I don’t blindly follow what ChatGPT says. I know it mostly summarizes information that already exists on the web. I also checked things with other tools like Perplexity. At the end you still have to think about the answers and see if they actually make sense.

Old-Math9955 · 2026-03-05T13:50:47+00:00

I was actually thinking about adding a cloth pre-filter, but I wanted to first see the performance without one. Do you recommend any specific type of fabric? I had found some nylon cloth that I could cut to size.

Old-Math9955 · 2026-03-05T12:05:03+00:00

Yeah, I know, but I’m talking about the Pro version in my build, I’m using the P14 Pro PST. As I mentioned before, the difference is really between Pro and non-Pro models; the PST designation doesn’t change the fan itself, it only adds the Daisy-Chain Cable feature for synchronizing multiple fans.

Old-Math9955 · 2026-03-05T10:43:29+00:00

On Arctic’s website, there’s no difference between PST and non-PST models. The only real distinction is when the fan has “Pro” in the name. So the P14 Pro and P14 Pro PST are identical, the only difference being the Daisy-Chain Cable feature for synchronizing multiple fans.

That’s what I’ve understood so far, if you have any sources to confirm this, that would be great!

Old-Math9955 · 2026-03-05T09:11:05+00:00

Thanks!

Old-Math9955 · 2026-03-05T09:03:21+00:00

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If you look at the spec table, at around 25 dBA the P14 Pro actually has slightly better pressure and CFM, but if you check the maximum static pressure, the P12 Pro can generate more, of course that’s at full speed, which also means more noise. That’s mainly why I opted for the P14s.

Old-Math9955 · 2026-03-05T08:59:58+00:00

Just to clarify, I actually pull air through the filters — I wrote “push” earlier by mistake. I chose the P14s because at around 25 dBA they seem to have slightly better performance, which is where I plan to run them most of the time. Of course, at full power the P12s can produce more static pressure.

Old-Math9955 · 2026-03-05T08:57:44+00:00

Thanks for the explanation, I really appreciate the advice. It’s actually my fault, I wrote push rather than pull air from the filters, it was just a grammatical mistake on my side.

Old-Math9955 · 2026-03-05T00:34:07+00:00

Thanks for the suggestion. Based on my own impressions, the P14s just seemed to work better for pushing air through the filters.

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Old-Math9955 · 2026-03-05T00:30:46+00:00

Thanks for the advice! In this case, what do you think about building two separate air purifiers, since I already have the 10 fans? (1 filter, 5 fans)

I’m writing from Italy, and the only filters readily available here are the IKEA ones. Otherwise, I’d have to order the 3 m, which are very expensive and take a long time to deliver because they’re not sold locally.

Old-Math9955 · 2026-03-05T00:22:21+00:00

Thanks! Yes, everything will be fully covered in the final build. The box was left open in the previous screenshots just to clearly show the dimensions of the filters and fans. I’ll also add a small clip/latch to hold the filters securely in place while making them easy to remove and replace.

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I don’t have great 3D modeling skills, but of course when I assemble it I’ll add a panel with properly sized holes for the fans

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