Thermalright Aqua Elite 240 V6 ARGB Black CPU Liquid Cooler
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Key Features
- [Advanced AIO Radiator] The aio cpu cooler adopts the fourth-generation pump head + black aluminum fin heat sink with 240 radiator specifications and sizes + water pipe of protective weaving net + standard configuration 120mm ARGB fan, and is committed to creating an all-in-one water cooling radiator with low vibration, high heat dissipation, high life and aesthetic design
- [Radiator Parameters] The liquid cpu cooler size of the radiator: 277mmx120x52mm (including the fan), the pump head: 69.2x69.2x49.8mm, and the radiator of the 240 specification radiator can provide better heat dissipation effect.
- [Round Colorful Pump Head] The vortex round cold pump head adopts the exclusive structure of the fourth-generation water pump, the vortex design and the ARGB halo under the logo luminous logo, creating a colorful and unique visual experience, and the pump speed can reach 2800RPM±10%, which can effectively dissipate heat
- [Double PWM Fans] Radiator pre-installed fan TL-N12-R5-S, speed up to 2000RPM±10%, size: 120x120x25mm, noise ≤ 29.8dBA, power supply interface: 4PIN PWM, Lighting interface: 5V/3PIN ARGB, Air pressure: 2.63mmH2O(MAX), Air flow: 70.84CFM(MAX), with PWM and ARGB function, automatically adjust the speed according to CPU temperature, The cpu fan's four feet reduce vibration and noise
- [Easy to Install] The AIO cooler is compatible with AMD: AM4/AM5, Intel: LGA1851/1700/1150/1151/1155/1156/1200 and other sockets, and comes with mounting accessories corresponding to dual platforms, which is easy to install and can be installed according to the manual and video. (Note: AMD motherboards are installed using the motherboard's original backplane)
Full Specifications
| Brand | Thermalright |
|---|---|
| Model | AQUA ELITE 240 V6 ARGB Black |
| Voltage | 12 volts_of_direct_current |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 69.2x69.2x49.8mm |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Noise Level | 29.8 db |
| Part Number | AE240 V6 ARGB BLACK-D1 |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Cooling Method | Water |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Vibration/Rumble | Yes |
| Air Flow Capacity | 70.84 cfm |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Included Components | cpu cooler |
| Power Connector Type | 4-Pin |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 2000 rpm |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 10.91"L x 4.72"W x 2.05"H |
| Full listing title | Thermalright Aqua Elite 240 V6 ARGB Black CPU Liquid Cooler,2x120mm Water Radiator,AMD: AM4/AM5,Intel LGA115X/1200/1700/1851, AIO CPU Cooler |
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