For better convenience and durability under heavy use
For Noctua CPU coolers that use 83mm mounting pitch
With all-black mounting bars, ideal for chromax.black line heatsinks
For the chromax.black version, all screws, fastening brackets and mounting bars are treated with a premium-grade, highly wear-resistant black coating. Perfect for creating all-black builds with Noctua’s chromax.black line coolers!
The new SecuFirm2+™ standard uses Torx® T20 instead of Phillips head screws. The reduced cam-out of the Torx® drive makes it easier to operate, especially in space restricted environments such as pre-assembled PC systems. At the same time, there is less wear on the screw heads, which makes the plus version even more durable and perfect for power users.
The NM-M1 sets include Noctua’s NM-SD1 Torx® T20 head screwdriver that is ideal for all the screws of the kit. Thanks to its magnetic tip and the 150mm long shaft, even remote screws in tightly packed environments such as ITX or HTPC builds are easy to handle without dropping.
The NM-M1 sets are Noctua’s most comprehensive multi-socket mounting-kits today: Supporting AMD AM5 and AM4 as well as Intel LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1151, LGA1150, LGA1155 and LGA1156, it’s the ultimate kit for a wide range of upgrading or switching scenarios.
The NM-M1 includes Noctua’s offset mounting bars for AM5 that make it possible to install the cooler shifted towards the south side of the socket by 7mm, thereby achieving better contact pressure right above the Core Complex Die(s). This improved contact exactly at the processor’s hotspot can significantly reduce CPU temperatures with typical improvements in the range of 1-3°C.
The NM-M1-MP83 kit is compatible with a wide range of Noctua CPU coolers that use 83mm mounting pitch, whereas heatsinks with 78mm mounting pitch must use the MP78 version. Please refer to our detailed compatibility information to check which kit is right for your cooler.
Installing a cooler turned by 90° can be desirable for airflow or compatibility reasons. The NM-M1 kits allow users to choose the orientation of the cooler according to their preferences both on AMD and Intel setups in order to ensure best compatibility and optimal alignment with the airflow path inside the case.* *The possibility of installing the cooler turned by 90° depends on the free space around the CPU socket and can thus vary from setup to setup.
SecuFirm2™ mounting systems use high-grade coil springs to achieve perfect contact pressure. No guesswork regarding how far to tighten the mounting screws and no risk of damaging the socket with excessive pressure!
Noctua’s SecuFirm2™ systems feature fully integrated fastening brackets with pre-fixed pressure screws and springs, which greatly facilitates the installation process. No fiddling with loose screws and springs!
In order to cut costs, many manufacturers use cross-platform parts for both Intel and AMD, which can cause compatibility issues. Noctua’s SecuFirm2™ mounting system uses tailor-made parts for AMD and Intel in order to ensure optimal compatibility.
Over the years, SecuFirm2™ has become synonymous with impeccable long-term stability and flawless craftsmanship. Enthusiast users and industry clients alike trust the time-tested quality of Noctua's professional mounting systems.
Noctua CPU coolers are renowned for being safe, long-term investments that can be used for several CPU generations. Accordingly, the NM-M1 kits are fully backwards compatible with many Noctua coolers since 2005, so even 15-year-old coolers can be made compatible with the latest sockets.
Using a CPU cooler across several platform generations instead of buying a new heatsink for each generation is not only economical, but also helps to reduce unnecessary waste and save precious resources. By upgrading rather than replacing your cooler, you’re actively contributing to a more sustainable PC industry.
