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Thermalright LGA 1851 CPU Contact Frame
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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

BrandThermalright
ModelBlack
Package1 x lga1851 Bending Correction, 1 x L-shaped screwdriver, screw x4.
MaterialAluminum
Unit Count1 Count
Part NumberLGA1851-BCF BLACK
Anti-WarpingThe 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 TypeAluminum
Cooling MethodAir
Item HighlightOptimized CPU Contact Pressure, LGA 1851 ILM Bending Correct Frame for Intel Core Ultra Series CPU LGA1851 Sockets
Compatible WithThe 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 Items1
Number of Packs1
Durable MaterialThe CPU Fixed Buckle made of all-aluminum CNC gold anodizing sandblasting process, and the edge is oxidized, which is not easy to scratch.
Compatible DevicesDesktop
Included Components1 x LAG1851 Bending Correction, 1 x L-shaped screwdriver, 4 x screw.
Power Connector Type4-Pin
Item Dimensions L x W x H2.1"L x 0.25"W x 2.76"H
Global Trade Identification Number00814256019095

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