Friday, October 2nd 2009
Xigmatek Intros Balder SD1283 CPU Cooler
Cooling specialist Xigmatek announced its latest CPU cooler, the Balder SD1283. The Balder maintains a design similar to most other tower coolers. The design consists of a base from which three heat pipes of 8 mm diameter making direct contact with the CPU, convey heat to a dense array of aluminum alloy fins. The CPU base has a mirror finish to ensure better surface contact.
The main unit measures 120(W) x 50(D) x 159(H) mm, and weighs 700 g with fan. The 120 mm fan spins at speeds between 1000 ~ 2200 rpm, with a maximum noise output of 28 dBA. The Xigmatek Balder supports all current sockets, including LGA-1366, LGA-1156, LGA-775, and AM3/AM2+/AM2. The package includes a bolt-thru kit for the LGA sockets, and enough rubber rivets to let you attach two fans. It is priced at 32.90 EUR.
Source:
TechConnect Magazine
The main unit measures 120(W) x 50(D) x 159(H) mm, and weighs 700 g with fan. The 120 mm fan spins at speeds between 1000 ~ 2200 rpm, with a maximum noise output of 28 dBA. The Xigmatek Balder supports all current sockets, including LGA-1366, LGA-1156, LGA-775, and AM3/AM2+/AM2. The package includes a bolt-thru kit for the LGA sockets, and enough rubber rivets to let you attach two fans. It is priced at 32.90 EUR.
34 Comments on Xigmatek Intros Balder SD1283 CPU Cooler
They should try and make something like the fans on artic freezer coolers, the fan its self having its own special suspension.
If they were ovel more air would pass them right ?.
and secondly I agree, I had to use a screw driver to push those nipples through.
Changed the fan for a higher CFM one and it works a treat on my xeon 3220.
Can only assume this one does even better.
I expect similar results with just one fan, perhaps 1 c or so difference, but with two fans :D much better temperatures under load.
JK, just be really careful when mounting them, but yes they do suck.