Asetek And Antec Partner On New KÜHLER H2O CPU Cooler Series

Not everyone gets into the consumer electronics business to make friends, but Antec and Asetek have put their rival instincts aside for the betterment of both companies. Asetek just recently celebrated the shipment of their 500,000 sealed liquid cooler, and now they're going to be issuing yet another new product, but with the help of a company that's fairly well known in the PSU/case/peripheral space.

Both Antec and Asetek have jointly announced a new partnership, with the pair working together on the new KÜHLER H2O series. This is slated to be a flagship product, and one that is designed to operate quietly and with "zero maintenance." The first model in the series, the KÜHLER H2O 620, features Asetek’s low-profile pump, and each one in the series will utilize liquid temperature controlled fans. These new CPU coolers also have Antec's 3-year limited warranty , and the 620 in particular will be available at the end of this month for an undisclosed amount.

Antec and Asetek Unveil New Partnership, Create Next-Generation CPU Cooling Products
Thursday, 13 January 2011 06:00

All-new Antec KÜHLER H2O series uses Asetek technology, sets latest standard in high-performance and quiet CPU cooling

In its 25th anniversary year, Antec, Inc., the global leader in high-performance computer components and accessories for the gaming, PC upgrade and Do-It-Yourself markets, has teamed up with Asetek, the industry-leading supplier of OEM liquid cooling systems for computers, to bring the latest iteration of Asetek’s award-winning, sealed liquid cooling technology to the well-established Antec brand, with the launch of the KÜHLER H2O series.

The KÜHLER H2O series is the next-generation top-of-the-line solution – crafted to bring sealed liquid CPU cooling to mainstream PC hardware and gaming enthusiasts world-wide – all delivering a Quiet Computing™ experience that requires Zero Maintenance™, and that’s built to OEM standards for reliability.Antec 620

“Antec’s global reach and excellent reputation make them an ideal partner to bring Asetek’s next generation of sealed liquid cooling technology to the DIY and system integrator markets,” said Steve Branton, Director of Marketing at Asetek. “From a technical perspective, we are delighted by the new levels of performance, quiet operation and just plain fun features that partnering with Antec is bringing to the new KÜHLER H2O series.”

“Our collaboration with Asetek demonstrates that we’ve taken an important step to deliver a solidly-built, trusted cooling product to our core users,” said Scott Richards, senior vice president at Antec. “We are thrilled to release the new KÜHLER H2O series as it represents the pinnacle of joint-development efforts, and provides users with a quiet performing, easy-to-install solution – one that offers a richer experience and that’s compatible with a wide array of builds.”  

The first model in the series, the KÜHLER H2O 620, features Asetek’s low-profile pump for exceptional liquid circulation while preserving internal airflow, and easy-bend tubes for maximum flexibility in radiator positioning. Additionally, each model in the KÜHLER H2O series utilizes liquid temperature controlled fans to deliver Antec’s renowned Quiet Computing™ technology for quiet, efficient performance and uses the latest generation copper cold plate for optimal conduction.

The KÜHLER H2O series of high-performance CPU coolers are backed by Antec’s Quality 3-Year (AQ3) Limited Warranty on parts and labor and were showcased at this year’s CES show. The first model, the KÜHLER H2O 620, will be available at the end of January through major retailers, e-tailers and distributors.

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