Packaging and Accessories

Thermaltake does not have a "Turbo" version of the TOUGHFAN 12 Pro as of the time of this review, so things are simple with a single fan type in the 120 mm size. It is sold as a single pack or a 2-pack SKU, with Thermaltake sending me one of each to allow for photos here as well as testing of multiple fans. Both product boxes come inside a plastic wrap and we see a similar design language on the packaging. On the front is a render of the fan along with the company logo, product name, and salient features. More such features are listed on the back in multiple languages to go with a specifications table. There's branding on the sides too and we see seals and a double flap on the top that keep the contents inside in place during transit.


Opening the box, we are greeted to an open cardboard container for further protection of the fan. The cable is placed between the fan and an accessory box below, so it acts as a shock absorber of sorts. I would have rather seen a separate compartment with a cutout for the cable, especially with the 4-pin connector potentially strained at an angle. On the other hand, having a dedicated box for the accessories prevents anything loose from hitting the fans. I have seen too many screw sets inside a plastic bag placed between the rotor blades, with some having gotten into the gap between the rotor and motor/bearing itself. We get a set of four self-tapping shorter metal screws and a set of four 30 mm long screws with the bottom section UNC 6-32 threaded for AIOs and DIY radiators. It's a weird choice since radiators typically come with their own screws, especially as very few use UNC 6-32, so this may be a sign of Thermaltake wanting to target the CLC market? There is also a low-noise cable (LNC) adapter provided, which likely has a resistor in series to lower the current draw to the fan motor to reduce the fan RPM. Lastly, we also get a printed warranty guide—these fans have a nice five year warranty period!