Alphacool NexXxoS XT45 Full Copper 180mm Single Radiator (14186)

The Alphacool NexXxoS XT45 Full Copper 180mm Single Radiator is a single radiator for one 180 mm fan, 45 mm thick, with fins, channels and chambers made from copper. The thicker radiator in the same fan size is the Monsta 180mm Single radiator.

Properties

Fans

1x 180 mm

Size (L x W x H)

223 x 182 x 45 mm

Thickness

45 mm

Ports

6x G1/4

Material

copper cooling channels and slats, steel housing

Fins per inch

12

Full copper

Alphacool presents the new NexXxos radiators 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 is that every user of a water cooling system needs a radiator, and that everyone has different requirements toward the heat exchanger. Of course, Alphacool writes, the customer always demands the best in its class. By its own account these radiators have come to compete with and to beat the best in their class, and to be the best radiator in all sizes. Alphacool promises no more endless choices without a clear class leader and calls the NexXxos the one tool for all your cooling needs.

Alphacool describes itself as the company that has been the one to introduce new developments and improvements in the radiator and water cooling sector generally, many times over the last years. Following this tradition, it says, the new radiators are the first to truly deserve the "Full copper" attribute. Every one of the main parts is made from copper: not only the fins and channels, but also the chambers. In Alphacool's view this brings an improvement in performance where other radiators are left without a chance. It adds that the material already gives an advantage over the competition and that the inner structure is up to par with it. Separated chambers give the coolant a clear direction, allowing the high flow rates which Alphacool says improve the performance of the whole cooling loop. The chambers on the heat exchanger are flat, and thanks to the reduced overall length they increase mounting flexibility.

Mounting

Versatile and easy mounting is one of the main points on which the research and development department at Alphacool focused. On both the inlet and the outlet, the chamber offers three possibilities for fitting installation (not on the NexXxoS ST30). Less angled fittings are needed that way, improving flow rates and offering more mounting possibilities. Hence the radiator can even be installed in tight enclosures, where internal installation is otherwise not a possibility. On all UT60 and NexXxos Monsta radiators a G1/4 screw plug allows easy de-aeration of the radiator and hassle-free vertical installation of the heat exchanger. That threaded opening can even be used for filling, e.g. in combination with a Fillport.

What the loop needs

Alphacool's technical data lists 6x G1/4 connection threads. A loop uses two of them, so the radiator takes two fittings, and the plugs in the box close the openings that stay unused. One 180 mm fan fits the radiator, and the box has four M3x30mm and four M3x35mm hexagon socket screws for the M3 fan thread.

Alphacool calls versatility the essence of the new NexXxos series. The radiators are available in different versions, to be used with 120mm, 140mm or 180mm fans, and in different thicknesses. In its words the choice of 30mm, 45mm and 60mm offers "the perfect radiator for every purpose". Alphacool also describes mounting and installation of fans and radiator grills as easy and versatile with these radiators. The M3 threads are standard in the radiator sector, and screws for them are available in all lengths at an affordable price. Even the dreaded insertion of a screw too far into the radiator does not result in expensive damage, according to Alphacool. Unlike other radiators, it says, the NexXxos series is equipped with an internal protective ledge which stops the screw before it damages the fins.

Fins and fans

Alphacool calls fin spacing always an important factor in radiator design. By its account the new series from Alphacool has a fin design which allows it to perform extremely well even with slow-spinning and medium-speed fans. Alphacool finds that not only pleasant, thanks to the fact that it avoids unnecessary noise. It also means, the company adds, that the choice of fans that can be used with these radiators is not restricted. Alphacool sums the radiators up as the result of experience and powerful performance meeting future-oriented design and well-thought through solutions.

Technical specifications

Material internal to the radiator: mostly copper. The casing has side panels of steel, threads of brass and copper chambers, and the color is black. With dimensions (LxWxH) of 223 x 182 x 45 mm the radiator size is 1x180mm, and the mounting thread size is M3. Weight: 1.058 kg, which Alphacool's data sheet lists as the weight of the packaged unit (1058 g).

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. It adds that this can result in voiding the manufacturer's warranty as well.

In the box

• 1x Radiator
• 4x M3x30mm hexagon socket screw
• 4x M3x35mm hexagon socket screw
• 5x G1/4 plugs

Download Alphacool's data sheet, a PDF. Its 3D-file (.stp) of the radiator is an STP file, and the 3D viewer shows it from every side, as a technical drawing would.