Alphacool NexXxoS ST30 Full Copper X-Flow 480mm Radiator (14231)

The Alphacool NexXxoS ST30 Full Copper X-Flow 480mm Radiator is a 480 mm radiator for four 120 mm fans, 30 mm thick, with four G1/4 connections. Water enters at one copper chamber and leaves at the opposite one. The thicker X-Flow radiator in the same fan size is the XT45 Full Copper X-Flow 480mm.

Properties

Fans

4x 120 mm

Size (L x W x H)

532 x 124 x 30 mm

Thickness

30 mm

Ports

4x G1/4

Material

copper fins, channels and chambers, steel housing

Fins per inch

16

Full copper

Alphacool says the new NexXxoS radiators are the first to truly deserve the "Full copper" attribute. All main parts are made from copper: not only the fins and channels, but the chambers also. In Alphacool's view this brings an improvement in performance where other radiators are left without a chance.

X-Flow

In structure, the X-Flow radiators differentiate materially from the standard radiators, because they are designed for high flow rates. The beveled copper chambers on both sides have an identical structure. From one chamber the water goes jetting through all available channels at the same time to the other chamber, from which it then leaves the radiator.

Mounting

Versatile and easy mounting is one of the main points on which the research and development department at Alphacool focused. On the thicker radiators of this series the chamber offers three possibilities for fitting installation on both inlet and outlet, but not on the NexXxoS ST30. With three to choose from, less angled fittings are needed, improving flow rates and offering more mounting possibilities. This radiator is an ST30, and Alphacool's technical data lists four G1/4 connections for it. Alphacool adds that even mounting and installation of fans and radiator grills is easy and versatile with these radiators. The M3 threads are standard in the radiator sector, and M3 screws are available in all lengths at an affordable price.

Screw protection

A screw that is too long is the dreaded mistake on any radiator. Here its insertion too far into the radiator does not result in expensive damage. Unlike other radiators, Alphacool says, the NexXxoS series is equipped with an internal protective ledge which stops the screw before it damages the fins.

Fin spacing and fans

Fin spacing is always an important factor in radiator design, Alphacool notes. According to Alphacool the fin design of the new series allows it to perform extremely well even with slow-spinning and medium-speed fans. That is pleasant thanks to the fact that it avoids unnecessary noise. It also means that the choice of fans that can be used with these radiators is not restricted.

The NexXxoS series

Alphacool introduces the range under a name that, in its words, stands for experience and quality and has come to bring a fresh breeze to the radiator market. Its reasoning: every user of a water cooling system needs a radiator, and everyone has different requirements toward the heat exchanger. Of course the customer always demands the best in its class, it says. Alphacool's claim is that these radiators have come to compete with and to beat the best in their class and to be the best radiator in all sizes. It promises no more endless choices without a clear class leader and calls the series "the one tool for all your cooling needs". Alphacool also says it has been the company to introduce new developments and improvements in the radiator and water cooling sector generally, many times over the last years. Following this tradition, here, too, it provides the popular sizes of the 120mm series. Different thicknesses, 30 mm, 45 mm and 60 mm, underscore the broad spectrum that these radiators cover. In Alphacool's summary they are the result of experience and powerful performance meeting future-oriented design and well-thought through solutions.

What the loop needs

Four G1/4 connections: two are used, so the loop takes two G1/4 fittings, and the other two take the two screw plugs in the box. The radiator holds four 120 mm fans on its M3 fan thread.

Technical data

Notes

• Use only clear, transparent water cooling fluids. Alphacool warns that the particles and additives in pastel liquids can clog and permanently damage water cooling products such as radiators, pumps, coolers and hoses, which can also void the manufacturer's warranty.

In the box

• 1x Radiator
• 2x screw plug
• Mounting Hardware

Alphacool's data sheet is a PDF with the technical data. Its 3D model of the radiator is an STP file, and the 3D viewer shows it from every side.