Zalman CNSP7000A-Cu Heat Sink Review

Introduction

Last month I took a look at the CoolerMaster Aero 7+ heat sink, which brought forth a new unique design. Today, we'll be looking at a new heat sink from Zalman, who as many know also have a unique design of its own� H U G E. For those of you who complain about your computer noise, read on, as the CNSP7000A-Cu heat sink is something you are really going to like.

Zalman is, as far as I know, the only company that specializes in producing low noise cooling devices for computers. Zalman's Computer Noise Prevention System (CNSP) technology, can reduce computer noise to 20 dB(A) or lower, which is blow what most people would even notice. This is excellent for those looking to build a hi-fi system out of a PC, or even for those who sleep with the computer in the same room.

Specifications

Heat Sink	Specifications
Dimensions	109(L) x 109(W) x 62(H) mm
Dissipation Area	3170 Cm3
Base Material	Pure Copper
Weight	773g
Thermal Resistance	Silent Mode	0.27 Deg.C/W
	Normal Mode	0.20 Deg.C/W

Fan	Silent Mode	Normal Mode
Rot. Speed	1350 RPM ± 10%	2400 RPM ± 10%
Noise Level	20.0 dB ± 10%	25.0 dB ± 10%
Bearing Type	2-Ball

FAN MATE 1	Specifications
Dimensions	200(L) X 21(H) X 23(W) mm
Weight	20g
Output Voltage	5V ~ 11V ± 2%
Allowable Wattage	6W or lower

• Does not generate noise or vibration in Silent Mode.
• Pure Copper base materials ensure excellent heat dissipation.
• Intel Pentium 4 (Socket478), AMD Athlon/Duron/Athlon XP (Socket 462), and AMD Athlon 64 (Socket754) compatible design for broad compatibility.
• 92mm fan inside the FHS maximizes airflow.
• Adjustable fan speed controller (FAN MATE 1) enables control of noise and fan performance.
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