Introduction

With all the attention Thermaltake has been getting on their Xaser line of cases of late, its easy to forget what gave them their name in the first place; cooling.  It was only a few years ago that the now famous Golden ORB hit the streets.  Tt's coolers have come a long way since then.  Today we have the latest of the Volcano line (up to version 12 now) on the review bench.  The Volcano 12 combines the technology of thin high density fins, copper construction, an 80mm fan, as well as fan speed adjustment to bring another high end cooling solution to the street.  Thanks go out to Thermaltake for providing us a some samples and making this review possible.  Let's jump right in and take a look at the specs at what you will see, is one big puppy.

Specifications

• Dimensions: 82 x 65.6 x 49 mm

• Construction: Copper / Aluminum shroud

• Observed Weight: 732 gms

• Fan Dimensions: 80 x 80 x 32 mm

• Fan Speed: 2000 ±10% RPM at 20°C ~ 5500 ±10% RPM at 55°C

• Max Air Flow 26.50 CFM at 20°C ~ 72.92 CFM at 55°C

• Noise: 21 dBA at 2000 RPM ~ 48 dBA at 5500 RPM

• Bearing Type: 2 Ball bearing

• Connector: 4 PIN

What you get

Aside from the pound and a half Volcano 12, Thermaltake has provided some extras to make their product a bit more versatile.  There's more than just a packet of silicon thermal paste here boys and girls.

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