Alphacool Core Distro Plate 240 Right D5/DDC V.2 with D5 Apex Pump Reservoir, G1/4, 105 ml, Acrylic, Clear (13873)

The Alphacool Core Distro Plate 240 Right D5/DDC V.2 with D5 Apex Pump is a 240mm distribution plate made of acrylic, with the pump top on the right and Alphacool's VPP Apex pump included. It can be mounted on the radiator or the panel of the case. Alphacool builds the V.2 plate in 240mm or 360mm versions, each available with left or right positioning of the pump top: we carry the 240 Left, the 360 Right and the 360 Left.

Properties

• Pump: VPP Apex, 2500 - 4500 RPM
• Capacity: 105ml
• Ports: 8x G1/4 internal thread, 1x drain port
• Size with pump (L x W x H): 240.00 x 125.00 x 62.20 mm
• Maximum flow rate: 340 L/h
• Lighting: 11 digital aRGB LEDs, 5V

Core Design

Chrome-plated G1/4 brass fittings are the core element of Alphacool's Core Design series. In this plate these sit directly embedded in the acrylic, and Alphacool says that is effectively eliminating the risk of leaks caused by cracking. Each of the two-piece fittings is equipped with O-rings, and the halves interlock within the acrylic. According to Alphacool this is ensuring maximum sealing and a clean, high-quality appearance.

The V.2 platform

For custom water cooling systems Alphacool calls the V.2 the ideal solution. The redesigned platform, it says, offers significantly greater installation flexibility and simplifies the planning, assembly, and maintenance of even complex water loops. The Distro Plate allows for particularly short and clean tubing runs, thanks to its reduced depth and an optimized arrangement of the G1/4 fittings. The side drain port also enables easy and controlled draining of the loop. In Alphacool's words this makes the plate ideal for custom water loops that simultaneously cool the CPU and one or more graphics cards.

Material and lighting

Alphacool makes the plate of what it calls high-quality acrylic glass, and it offers a clear view of the coolant. The integrated digital aRGB lighting provides, as Alphacool puts it, a brilliant display of colors. The lighting can be controlled via a digital aRGB header on the motherboard or optionally via the Alphacool Aurora Eiscontrol aRGB controller (part no. 15360).

Pump

Either VPP/D5 or DDC pumps can be installed, thanks to a redesigned pump bracket. Under pump compatibility, the technical data below lists VPP/D5. The VPP Apex in the box features a ceramic shaft and an optimized motor design, resulting, Alphacool says, in exceptionally quiet, low-vibration, and efficient operation. Speed control is achieved via a 4-pin PWM connector, which connects to the motherboard or to an external controller. A SATA connector on the power supply is how the pump is powered.

What the loop needs

In the box are the pump, its O-ring, the four M4x22 pump screws, an Allen key and a plug tool. Every one of the eight G1/4 ports you use takes one compression fitting. For the ports left over, three G1/4 plugs are included, and more are under Plug & Stop Fittings. The pump needs a 4-pin PWM header and a SATA power connector. The lighting needs a 5V digital aRGB header, and an ARGB adapter is in the box.

In the box

• 1x 240 Distroplate
• 1x VPP Apex Pump
• 1x O-Ring
• 1x Allen Key
• 4x M4x22 Pump Screw
• 1x Core Push Mount Set
• 1x Plug Tool
• 1x ARGB Adapter
• 3x G1/4 Plug