SKU: FD-C-NOR1X-01

Fractal North XL Charcoal Mesh Mid Tower Case FD-C-NOR1X-01 – Open-Front Natural Ventilation, E-ATX Support, 413mm GPU Clearance, 420mm Radiator Ready, 3×140mm Fans Included | Charcoal Black ~  FD-C-NOR1X-01

Description

Expert Features

  • Luxury Living-Room Aesthetics, XL Hardware Power – The North XL Charcoal Mesh blends a charcoal-black frame with a fine-patterned mesh front and sleek alloy accents, giving your battlestation the vibe of a designer furniture piece instead of a shouting RGB toaster.
  • Natural Ventilation Through an Open Front – The mesh front panel is engineered for optimized airflow, letting your components breathe freely without filters throttling the intake. Your GPU and CPU get the cool, crisp airflow they deserve.
  • Spacious Interior for Ambitious Builds – Supports E-ATX (up to 330mm), ATX, mATX, and Mini-ITX, giving builders maximum flexibility whether you’re crafting a powerhouse workstation or a high-end gaming tower.
  • Extreme GPU Compatibility – Go big or go home: install GPUs up to 413mm, or 380mm if you’re running a massive 420/360mm front radiator.
  • Water-Cooling Friendly – The Mesh model supports front radiators up to 420mm, top radiators up to 360mm, and rear radiators up to 120/140mm—a paradise for custom loops and AIO enthusiasts.
  • Nine Total Fan Mounts – Create a wind tunnel with up to 9×120mm or 8×140mm fans, including 3×Aspect 140mm PWM fans already included to kick-start your build.
  • Tool-Free, Builder-Friendly – Slide open the side panels effortlessly, unclip the front, and use the integrated tab to pop the top panel off in seconds. Building, upgrading, and cleaning have never been smoother.
  • Modern Connectivity – Front panel includes USB-C 3.1 Gen 2, 2×USB 3.0, and combined audio/mic I/O—perfect for next-gen peripherals.
  • A Sophisticated Centerpiece – Designed to blend seamlessly into modern interiors, making your powerhouse rig look at home whether in a gaming room or a Scandinavian-style living space.

Expert Specs (Mesh Version — FD-C-NOR1X-01 )

CategoryDetail
Product NameFractal North XL Charcoal Mesh
Model / SKUFD-C-NOR1X-01
Left Side PanelMesh
Right Side PanelSteel
Motherboard SupportE-ATX (330mm), ATX, mATX, Mini-ITX
Expansion Slots7
3.5″ Drive Mounts (Dedicated)0
2.5″ Drive Mounts (Dedicated)2
Combined 3.5″/2.5″ Mounts2 (Included)
PSU TypeATX
PSU Max Length290mm (1 HDD tray), 175mm (2 HDD trays)
GPU Max Length413mm (front fan), 380mm (with 420/360mm front rad)
CPU Cooler Max Height155mm (with fan bracket) / — (not applicable without bracket)
Cable Routing Space29mm
Cable Routing GrommetsYes
Fixed Cable StrapsYes
Captive ThumbscrewsHDD brackets, SSD bracket, side panels, fan bracket, PSU bracket
Total Fan Mounts9×120mm or 8×140mm
Included Fans3×Aspect 140mm PWM (front)
Front Fan Support3×120 / 3×140mm
Top Fan Support3×120 / 2×140 / 2×180mm
Rear Fan Support1×120 / 1×140mm
Side Bracket Fan Support2×120 / 2×140mm
Dust FiltersFront, PSU
Radiator Support (Front)Up to 420 / 360mm
Radiator Support (Top)Up to 280 / 360mm
Radiator Support (Rear)120 / 140mm
Case Dimensions (L×W×H)503 × 240 × 509 mm
Dimensions w/o Feet490 × 240 × 490 mm
Net Weight9.7 kg
Package Dimensions604 × 355 × 608 mm
Gross Weight11.9 kg
ColorCharcoal Black
EAN7340172706533
UPC843276106539
JAN4537694326902