Alphacool Eisball Digital RGB - Plexi (D5/VPP Ready) (15362)

The Alphacool Eisball Digital RGB - Plexi (D5/VPP Ready) is a spherical 700 ml reservoir with an integrated pump top for a D5 or VPP pump, which is not in the box. Standard Laing D5 pumps cannot be operated upside down in it. The version with the pump already fitted is the Eisball with VPP Apex PWM Pump.

Properties

Pump

D5 or VPP, not included

Capacity

700 ml

Ports

IN 1x G1/4, OUT 1x G1/4, fill port 1x G1/4

Size (LxWxH)

117.51 x 128 x 128 mm

Lighting

22 digital RGB LEDs, 5 VDC, 4-pin

Unique Design

Alphacool says the Eisball presents itself with a completely unique design: the first reservoir in the form of a sphere. In its words this makes it an absolute eye-catcher in any water-cooled system, and the shape opens up countless new possibilities, especially in the area of modding. From static, single-color lighting to the R2D2 mod, Alphacool sees no limits to creativity here. The Eisball has a digital RGB ring that runs once completely around its circumference, on the equator, and 22 LEDs run inside it. Alphacool's claim is that these LEDs illuminate the Eisball perfectly and that beautiful eye-catching illumination is guaranteed. They are addressable and are housed in a chrome-plated ring that Alphacool calls elegant, one which further enhances what it calls the outstanding appearance. A digital RGB controller is of course part of the accessories, to individually adjust the style and lighting. The Alphacool logo is a simple matte silver and, Alphacool says, fits perfectly to the overall look. It adds that the Eisball is not only a visual delight but is also unique in its functionality and technical implementation.

Versatile Mounting Options

Don't let yourself be limited to a single mounting option, Alphacool says. The included set gives you many: an adhesive mat and 2 different mounting plates put the Eisball on the radiator, the fan slots or a 2.5" SSD slot. Whether it is one or the other, you're covered, and thanks to these options the Eisball can be accommodated in many cases. The proven universal Alphacool pump mounting can also be used, alternatively.

Where's The Pump?

Once fitted, the pump almost completely disappears inside the Eisball. It is inserted into the sphere from below and fastened with a special pump bracket. All of Alphacool's own D5 style pumps such as the VPP655 and VPP755 are suitable for installation, as well as all original Laing D5 pumps.

Upside down

Disclaimer: in combination with the VPP755, the Eisball can even be operated upside down, but only and exclusively with that pump. With all other Laing D5 pumps such as the VPP655 this is not possible due to the spherical bearing.

Is The Eisball Quiet?

Since the pump is mounted inside the Eisball, it is almost completely enclosed by the reservoir and thus by the water, which acts as an insulation. This means that the vibrations are not transmitted to the case of the Eisball. Decouplers are also included and can be used to mount it, further reducing vibrations. Both factors together make the Eisball what Alphacool calls a real Silent product.

Filling And Connections

The fill port is on the upper side, where a fill bottle fills the Eisball quickly and easily. The maximum capacity is 700 ml. The IN and Out ports are located on the back, each with a G1/4 thread.

What the loop needs

A pump first: any of our D5 pumps of the kinds named above. Then two fittings, one per port. Alphacool fittings for 16 mm hoses or 13 mm HardTube connections can be screwed in directly (13mm hard tube fittings). For 16 mm HardTube connections an extension or an elbow is required.

Technical Details

In the box

• 1x Eisball reservoir
• 1x screw plug
• 1x screw plug tool
• 1x mounting plate
• 1x velcro mat
• 1x mounting bracket for mounting on fan slots
• 4x decoupler
• 4x M3x5 screws
• 4x M4x5 screws
• 1x Eisball Digital RGB lighting ring
• 1x Digital RGB-Controller
• 1x Digital RGB-Adaptor