Thermalright LGA 1851 CPU Contact Frame
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Bottom line: The Thermalright LGA 1851 CPU Contact Frame: All-aluminum CNC frame with gold anodizing resists scratches at the oxidized edge; main trade-off: replaces the stock ILM buckle only, not a cooler mounting bracket.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ All-aluminum CNC frame with gold anodizing resists scratches at the oxidized edge
- ✓ Corrects LGA1851 ILM bending on Intel Core Ultra CPUs for flatter cooler contact
- ✓ Ships with an L-shaped screwdriver and 4 screws, so no extra tools needed
- ✓ Compact 53.5 x 70 x 6.25 mm footprint clears most LGA1851 cooler mounts
Cons
- ✗ Replaces the stock ILM buckle only, not a cooler mounting bracket
- ✗ Locked to LGA1851 sockets, so it will not fit LGA1700 or AM5 builds
- ✗ Removing the factory ILM may raise questions with your CPU or board warranty
- ✗ Requires uninstalling the cooler and reseating the CPU to install
Manufacturer description
Specifications:Size : 53.5 x 70 x 6.25 mmColor : BlackMaterial:Aluminum alloyAccessories Match:L-shaped screwdriver x1 +screw x4Compatibility to Socket:Intel 15th
SpecPicks Verdict
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Key Features
- LGA 1851 ILM Bending Correct Frame
- Compatible With: The cpu contact frame is a replacement for the original buckle, not a radiator buckle. Fully fits Intel Core Ultra Series CPU LGA1851 sockets.
- Anti-Warping: The computer's CPU is prone to overheating and warping. CPU Fixed Frame is designed to prevent CPU warping/bending in favor of CPU fixation.
- Durable Material: The CPU Fixed Buckle made of all-aluminum CNC gold anodizing sandblasting process, and the edge is oxidized, which is not easy to scratch.
- Package: 1 x lga1851 Bending Correction, 1 x L-shaped screwdriver, screw x4.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Thermalright |
|---|---|
| Model | Black |
| Package | 1 x lga1851 Bending Correction, 1 x L-shaped screwdriver, screw x4. |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Part Number | LGA1851-BCF BLACK |
| Anti-Warping | The computer's CPU is prone to overheating and warping. CPU Fixed Frame is designed to prevent CPU warping/bending in favor of CPU fixation. |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Item Highlight | Optimized CPU Contact Pressure, LGA 1851 ILM Bending Correct Frame for Intel Core Ultra Series CPU LGA1851 Sockets |
| Compatible With | The cpu contact frame is a replacement for the original buckle, not a radiator buckle. Fully fits Intel Core Ultra Series CPU LGA1851 sockets. |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Durable Material | The CPU Fixed Buckle made of all-aluminum CNC gold anodizing sandblasting process, and the edge is oxidized, which is not easy to scratch. |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Included Components | 1 x LAG1851 Bending Correction, 1 x L-shaped screwdriver, 4 x screw. |
| Power Connector Type | 4-Pin |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 2.1"L x 0.25"W x 2.76"H |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00814256019095 |
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