Scythe Launches Katana775 Cooler

Author: Gabriel Torres Date: February 20, 2006 - 5:05 AM PST Category: Cooling More Info: http://www.scythe-eu.com/products/cpu/katana775/katana775.php Japanese cooler manufacturer Scythe has just released a simpler socket 775 version of their Katana cooler. Its base is made of copper and the heatsink is not directly attached to the base, this connection is made thru two heat-pipes. A unique feature of this cooler is that the heatsink is placed in a 45º position in relation to its base, see the pictures below. Main specs: Model Name: Katana775 CPU Cooler Model #: SCKTN-775 Use: Intel socket LGA775 Dimensions: 3.78" x 3.78" x 5.12" (96 x 96 x 130 mm) (overall) and 3.62" x 3.62" x 0.98" (92 x 92 x 25 mm) (fan) Fan Speed: 500 ~ 2500 rpm Fan Noise: 12.00 ~ 31.65 dBA Air Flow: 11.20 ~ 50.32 CFM Weight: 315g MSRP: USD 24.00 Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Scythe releases renewed Samurai cooler

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: December 12, 2005 - 12:15 PM PST Category: Cooling More Info: http://www.scythe-eu.com/products/cpu/samurai-z/samurai-z.php Scythe has released a revamped version of its Samurai CPU cooler. The new product, dubbed Z, is equipped with a patent pending mechanism called VTPM, which allows installation without tools. It is compatible with all existing Intel and AMD sockets. The cooler has a 92 mm fan rotating at 2,000 rpm. Promised noise level is 23.5 dBA. The Samurai Z, priced at USD 32.95, is already available in the US, Canada and Japan and will arrive in Europe next January. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Fujitsu uses nanotubes as heatsinks

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: December 6, 2005 - 5:51 AM PST Category: Cooling More Info: http://www.fujitsu.com/global/news/pr/archives/month/2005/20051205-01.... Fujitsu has developed what is supposed to be the world’s first carbon nanotube-based heatsink for semiconductors. The use of the technology for high power amplifiers, says the company, successfully achieves heat dissipation and high amplification at the same time. The heatsinks are to be used in base stations for next-generation mobile communication systems in approximately three years. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Arctic Cooling launches Freezer Pro

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: October 10, 2005 - 6:12 AM PST Category: Cooling More Info: http://www.arctic-cooling.com/cpu.php Arctic Cooling has launched a new series of CPU coolers based on heatpipe technology. The Freezer 7 Pro (socket 775) and Freezer 64 Pro (754/939) have six active copper heatpipes and use ceramic bearing. In both cases, the 80 mm fan, which rotates at 300 to 2,500 rpm, is suspended onto a vibration dampened frame to avoid noise. Preinstalled thermal compound eases installation. Suggested retail price is USD 34. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Gigabyte releases G-Power Lite cooler

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: September 20, 2005 - 9:50 AM PST Category: Cooling More Info: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw/Peripherals/CoolerDefault.htm Gigabyte has added a “Lite” version to its G-Power CPU cooler series. The device features a pure copper base, three heatpipes and a linear speed controller that allows users to manually switch beween 2,000 and 2,450 rpm. The cooler weighs only 430 g and is compatible with all socket 478 and 775 Intel processors as well as AMD K8 through an universal bracket. The G-Power Lite sports a new white and blue design free from leds. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

AC Ryan unveils new BlackFire4 fans

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: August 25, 2005 - 5:41 AM PST Category: Cooling More Info: http://www.acryan.com/_fan/index.shtml AC Ryan launched a DualPower series of its Blackfire4 fans made with UV reflective acrylic and sporting a total of four leds. The new feature means that users will be able to adjust speed without dimming the lights or just turn them off whenever wanted. BlackFire4 fans are available in ten color combinations and three sizes: 80 mm, 92 mm and 120 mm. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Scythe ships Katana heatpipe cooler

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: July 26, 2005 - 12:17 AM PST Category: Cooling More Info: http://www.scythe-eu.com/en/products/cpu-cooler/katana775-cpu-cooler.html Japanese Scythe has announced a new heatpipe CPU cooler compatible with all existing sockets (370, 478 and 775 for Intel processors and 462, 754, 939 and 940 for AMD). The Katana has a 92 mm fan which rotates at 2,000 rpm generating a noise level of only 25 dBA. The cooler also sports a 4-way mountable design (2-way for socket 370 and 462) allowing users to choose the best position based on airflow and inside setups. Suggested price is USD 32.95. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News top

Thermaltake releases BigWater SE

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: July 6, 2005 - 8:43 AM PST Category: Cooling More Info: http://www.thermaltake.com/product/Liguid/DIY/cl-w0005-01/cl-w0005-01.asp Thermaltake has launched a new liquid cooling system called BigWater SE. It includes an all-copper waterblock with blue LED built in, 120 mm radiators and a DC 12 V black motor. The output reaches 90 LPH and the noise level is said to stay at 18 dBA. For the reservoir, Thermaltake utilized the unused 5.25” bays in the system. The face plate displays how much coolant is left in the liquid cooling system. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News top

Asetek launches 12 V pump system

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: June 29, 2005 - 10:55 AM PST Category: Cooling More Info: http://www2.asetek.com/default.asp?showPage=startside.asp&contentSecti... Asetek launched a new 12 V DC WaterChill pump system integrating reservoir and USB/software-based control unit. It includes two fan connectors (up to six units); two heat sensors to monitor two critical components of users choice via software; and two LED connectors for verifying status. Optionals include external led and LCD. Reservoir and back plate are available in five different colours apart from the standard grey. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News top

HD Cooling and Silencing Products from AC Ryan

Author: Gabriel Torres Date: March 30, 2005 - 8:02 AM PST Category: Cooling More Info: http://www.acryan.com/_xtor/index.shtml AC Ryan has just released a new series of hard disk drive cooling and silencing devices, called XTOR. So far, three products were released: Tanky (ACR-HD3206): A noiseless HDD cooling system, made of aluminium. APC (ACR-HD3213): Standing for Armoured Personnel Carrier, this is a hard disk drive enclosure that holds up to three hard drives and fits two 5.25" bays from you case. A 80 mm ceramic fan cools down the hard drives. It also has a fan filter, preventing dust from entering your case. Xilencer (ACR-HD4098): A hard disk drive cooling and silencing device. Made of aluminium, it has no fans, so it is noiseless. Just install you hard drive inside Xilencer and it will cool down your hard disk and lower its noise level at the same time. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Thermaltake lauches new company: ThermalRock

Author: Gabriel Torres Date: March 28, 2005 - 5:04 AM PST Category: Cooling More Info: http://www.thermalrock.com Thermaltake has just lauched a sister company called ThermalRock. ThermalRock is specialized in the design and manufacture of aluminum, copper and metallic alloy cooling and casing products. ThermalRock is also providing series of digital entertainment style PC peripherals. Take a look on their new website and check out their new products. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Cooler Master Aquagate Mini

Author: Gabriel Torres Date: March 16, 2005 - 8:13 PM PST Category: Cooling More Info: http://www.coolermaster.com/index.php?LT=english&Language_s=2&url_plac... A lot of people don't buy water cooling systems because they are expensive and hard to install. Trying to solve this, Cooler Master has relased their Aquagate Mini water cooling system. It's a kit that comes already assembled, so you don't need to worry about complicated installation procedures. In the pre-assembled kit comes a CPU water block set, radiator, fan, thermal grease, anti-icing fluid and a water pipe. This product is available in two versions, R80 (with 80 mm fan) and R120 (with 120 mm fan). The main specs are: Universal retention module for Pentium 4 (Socket 478/LGA 775), Xeon (Socket 603/604), Celeron (Socket 478), Celeron D Socket 478/LGA775), Sempron (Socket A/754), Athlon XP (Socket A) and Athlon 64 (Socket 754/939/940) processors. Can be used in all kinds of 6.5 mm pipe liquid cooling systems. Copper-based water block. Radiator with 80 x 120 x 45 mm (R80 model) or 120 x 160 x 35mm (R120 model) dimensions. No refills of anti-icing fluid for two years guaranteed (testing environment: ambient temperature 113º F/45º C and humidity 50%). Low evapotranspiration ratio thanks to special opaque and heat-resistant elements in the pipe. A self-protective feature that allows the device to smoothly initiate a restart if the fan malfunctions. Fan speed control: selectable super-silent 80 x 80 x 25 mm VR fan (1,800 ~ 3,800 rpm, 24.4 ~37.9 dBA, R80 model) and 120 x 120 x 25 mm VR fan (800 ~ 2,800 rpm, 21.3 ~ 39.2 dBA, R120 model)  Material of Base: Copper. Dimension of Base: 70 x 85 x 23 mm. Bearing of Pump: NCB (Nano-millimeter Ceramic Bearing). Fan Bearing Type: Rifle Bearing. Radiator Material: Aluminum. Pipe Dimension: 300 mm x 2.     Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Cooler Master CoolDrive Lite

Author: Gabriel Torres Date: March 11, 2005 - 7:34 AM PST Category: Cooling More Info: http://www.coolermaster.com/index.php?LT=english&Language_s=2&url_plac... Cooler Master has just released its new hard disk drive cooling system, CoolDrive Lite, also known as LHD-V07. You just insert your hard drive into this device and install it normally in any 5.25" bay from your computer case. Inside the device you will find a fan that will refrigerate your hard drive. Cool Drive Lite is made of aluminium, uses a 44 mm fan rotating at 3,000 rpm with 23 dBA noise level and measures 150 mm x 43 mm x 203 mm (5.90 in x 1.69 in x 7.99 in).   Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Gigabyte introduces new Neon coolers

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: February 23, 2005 - 9:24 AM PST Category: Cooling More Info: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw/Products/AirCooling/Products_List.aspx?AirC... Gigabyte has introduced its new Neon Cooler 775 (for Pentium 4 and Celeron chips) and Neon Cooler 8 (for socket 939 Athlon 64s) series of CPU fansinks targeted at PC gamers and casemodders. The coolers are available in standard and Pro versions, with the latter providing a fan speed controller operated through a rotating dial. The Cooler 775 Pro is compatible with both Voltage Regulation (VR) and Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) on supporting motherboards. The series sports an extended fin profile and a 11 cm fan. The Cooler 8 uses a 9 cm fan. Both employ a fan duct to reduce noise levels. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News top

Corsair unveils COOL water cooling kit

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: January 30, 2005 - 8:18 PM PST Category: Cooling More Info: http://www.corsairmemory.com/corsair/COOL_water.html Memory-maker Corsair unveiled a water cooling kit branded COOL. The company states that it can be installed in “virtually any system” in about an hour with no need for power tools. The included RadBox allows the fan/radiator assembly to be mounted on 80 mm, 100 mm or 120 mm chassis fan openings. The kit is available for Pentium 4 Socket 478 and Athlon 64 CPUs (CWC100-1000) and for Pentium 4 Socket 775 and Athlon XP CPUs (CWC100-1001). The complete kit includes a 120 mm fan, radiator, CPU cold block with factory-clamped tubing, bay reservoir and 12-volt DC pump. Suggested price is to be set around USD 240. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top