➀ Bel Fuse has announced a 4kW liquid-cooled dc-dc converter for low voltage accessories in hybrid and electric vehicles; ➁ The converter, called 350DNG40-12-8, can deliver between 10 and 15Vdc from 240 to 450Vdc at up to 93% efficiency; ➂ It features a CAN bus interface, IP67 or IP6k9k environmental ratings, and is suitable for various vehicles and equipment.
Recent #Cooling news in the semiconductor industry
➀ The Mecpow X4 Pro offers a powerful 22-watt diode laser for engraving and cutting; ➁ It comes with an array of safety features and an integrated webcam; ➂ The device lacks an integrated display and has issues with the acrylic enclosure and software experience.
➀ A Guinness World Record has been set for a stunning drone display, with 8,100 drones participating in the event at the Universiade Stadium in Longgang, Shenzhen, China. The display was designed by the lighting designer behind the recent Paris Olympics. ➁ The company behind the display, Shenzhen HighGreat Innovation Technology Development Company, has been developing drones since 2014 and has a fleet of over 60,000 drones. ➂ The show was even more impressive than the drone display at the 20-18 Winter Olympics in South Korea.
➀ Insta360 introduces two new AI-powered webcams; ➁ The Link 2 and Link 2C offer 4K video and AI tracking; ➂ Cameras designed for content creators and professionals.
➀ Montech's Hyperflow ARGB 360 offers strong cooling performance at an affordable price; ➁ The cooler features a 3100 RPM liquid pump and pre-installed 28mm ARGB fans; ➂ The review compares it to other high-end coolers and assesses its value for money.
➀ Tesla's BEV market share dropped from 19% to 17% in the first five months of 2024; ➁ BYD is just one point behind Tesla at 16%; ➂ The BEV portfolio of legacy automakers like Volkswagen and Geely-Volvo stood at 7 and 8 percent, respectively.
➀ Panasonic Life Solutions India's Industrial Devices Division unveiled products and solutions for the automotive and industrial sectors at the electronica India exhibition, focusing on cooling systems, sensors, and high-speed communication materials. ➁ The new offerings include a Cooling Fan Motor for Motorcycles & Scooters, a 6-in-1 Sensor for vehicle stability and control, a Cooling Fan for heat dissipation, an Ultrasonic Gas-Flow Measurement Unit, and MEGTRON-8, a Multi-Layer Circuit Board Material. ➂ These solutions aim to meet the evolving needs of India's industrial and automotive industries, enhancing performance, safety, and reliability.
➀ The Radxa X4 attempts to be a Raspberry Pi alternative but falls short in unleashing the full power of the N100 CPU. ➁ It boasts a powerful x86 CPU and Pi-like form factor, but lacks full CPU power and requires more power. ➃ The board is too large for standard Raspberry Pi cases and has cooling and power consumption concerns.
➀ The Cooler Master V SFX Platinum 1100 offers an impressive power density, but struggles with thermal and noise performance under heavy loads; ➁ It boasts an 80 Plus Platinum certification and modular design, but suffers from poor power quality and fan noise; ➂ Ideal for niche builds, but not suitable for mainstream use.
➀ Thermal Grizzly's Mycro Direct Die water block issue has been identified and fixed; ➁ The revised cooling block is reissued with RGB features; ➂ Der8auer's improvements have led to the new Mycro Direct Die RGB Pro, boasting better performance and temperature control.
➀ The Cougar GEX X2 1000W PSU offers solid performance with good efficiency and reliable voltage regulation; ➁ Despite its compact size and 80Plus Gold certification, the PSU's high price and modest feature set limit its appeal; ➂ The PSU excels in electrical performance with excellent voltage regulation and ripple suppression but falls short in thermal efficiency under heavy loads.
➀ The Addlink NAS D60 offers decent sustained performance and power loss protection, making it suitable for NAS caching and server use; ➁ It lacks a pSLC cache, which contributes to more consistent and predictable performance, but sacrifices some general SSD performance; ➂ The drive uses enterprise-grade TLC flash, providing high endurance and write-per-day ratings.
1. Thermaltake releases CT ARGB Sync and CT Reverse ARGB Sync fans in four colors: black, white, blue, and green. 2. The fans feature improved blades and nine addressable LEDs for customizable lighting effects. 3. Both series include a daisy-chain design for easier cable management and secure wire connections.
1. The article compares the Corsair iCUE Link Titan 360 RX RGB and Cooler Master MasterLiquid 360 ION in a head-to-head review. 2. Both coolers offer unique features such as customizable pump caps and high-performance fans. 3. The review includes detailed specifications and installation processes for both products.
➀ Akasa's Alucia H4 Plus offers basic CPU cooling performance with a distinctive blue aesthetic. ➁ It features easy installation and good noise-normalized performance but is louder and more expensive than competitors. ➂ The included fan has a low lifespan expectancy.
➀ LG plans to expand its HVAC business into data center cooling, leveraging its existing chiller technology. ➁ The company is exploring liquid immersion cooling for more efficient cooling solutions. ➂ LG also aims to secure revenue through subscription services, positioning them as a key growth area.
➀ xMems introduces a monolithic cooling fan the size of a finger nail, promising design possibilities for smaller consumer devices; ➁ AMD acquires a server manufacturer to emphasize its focus on the server market for GPUs; ➂ Researchers in Singapore develop a simple stretchy sensor for health and sports monitoring using screen printing.
1. NZXT introduces the H5 Flow mid-tower chassis with enhanced cooling and user-friendly features. 2. The Kraken Elite V2 AIO liquid coolers feature an enlarged IPS LCD and RGB LED ring for customization. 3. Both products offer improved performance and aesthetics for DIY PC builders.
➀ The article discusses the author's updated testing methodology for CPU coolers, emphasizing the importance of real-world conditions and the inclusion of GPU heat in benchmarks. ➁ It highlights common flaws in existing testing practices, such as poor ambient temperature control and testing in unrealistic environments. ➂ The author concludes that Arctic's Liquid Freezer III performs well in GPU-intensive scenarios but falls short in maximum CPU-only workloads.
1. The Enermax Liqmaxflo 420mm is the largest AIO CPU cooler from Enermax, featuring a larger cooling surface area and 3 x 140mm ARGB fans. 2. It includes a 60mm VRM cooling fan with a 3-phase 6-pole motor and a detachable pump top cover for logo orientation. 3. The cooler features a dual-chamber pump with Shunt-Channel technology and a thicker radiator for improved cooling performance.