Alphacool Core Distro Plate 240 right with VPP Apex Pump
Alphacool article number: 15478
Version: 1.007 // 11.2023
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A clear acrylic computer water cooling distribution plate (distro plate) integrated with a black pump. The distro plate is rectangular with rounded corners and features multiple G1/4" threaded ports arranged in a pattern. It has an integrated reservoir section visible through the transparent acrylic. The VPP Apex pump is mounted to the side of the distro plate, with its black housing and a circular top. The unit is supported by four black, cylindrical feet. A black cable with a connector emerges from the pump. The overall impression is a high-quality, aesthetically pleasing component for custom PC builds.
Quick Info
The Core Distro Plate from Alphacool with VPP Apex pump is a must-have for any custom water cooling system. It greatly simplifies the construction, planning, and maintenance of complex water loops. Due to the already pre-installed VPP Apex, no additional pump installation is necessary.
Key Features:
- VPP Apex pump included
- Transparent acrylic distro plate
- Multiple mounting options
- Brilliant digital aRGB illumination
- Features a total of 8 G1/4" ports
Compatibility
- Can be mounted on the radiator or panel
Scope of Delivery
- 1x 240 Distroplate
- 1x VPP Apex Pump
- 1x M4 Allen Key
- 3x Screw Plug
- 6x Core Push Mount Set
- 1x ARGB Adaptor
Technical Data - Distro Plate
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 240 x 125 x 68.80mm |
|---|---|
| Material | Acrylic |
| Volume | 164ml |
| Pump compatibility | VPP/D5 |
| Threads | 8x G1/4" inner thread / 1x drain port |
| Maximum working temperature | 60 °C |
| Pressure tested | 0.8 Bar |
| Quantity digital aRGB LEDs | 12 |
| Power digital aRGB LEDs | 5V |
| Power connection digital aRGB LEDs | 3-Pin JST + 3-Pin 5V |
| Weight | 1260g |
| Weight with pump | 1536g |
| Color | transparent |
Technical Data - Pump
| Dimensions (Distro Plate with pump) (L x W x H) | 240 x 125 x 93.31mm |
|---|---|
| Material pump | synthetic material |
| Material pump cover | aluminium |
| Material axle | ceramics |
| Connections | 4-Pin PWM | SATA |
| Rotational speed | 2500 - 4500 RPM |
| Cable lengths | 4-Pin PWM - 48cm | SATA - 48cm |
| Operating voltage | 8-13V DC / 14W IP32 |
| Starting voltage | 12V DC |
| Maximum pumping head | 4.25m |
| Maximum flow rate | 340L/h |
| Maximum working temperature | 60°C |
| Weight | 276g |
| Color | black |
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Packaging dimensions per unit
| L x W x H | 305 x 140 x 100 mm |
|---|---|
| Weight | 1840 g |
Other data
| Certificates | CE, FC, RoHS |
|---|---|
| EAN | 4250197154789 |
| Customs code | 84733080000 |
| Guarantee | 3 years |
Product Description
The Core Distro Plate from Alphacool with VPP Apex pump is a must-have for any custom water cooling system. It greatly simplifies the construction, planning, and maintenance of complex water loops, and due to the already pre-installed VPP Apex, no additional pump installation is necessary.
Core Design
A core element of Alphacool's Core Design series are the chrome-plated, brass G1/4" connectors. With the Core Distro Plate, the ports are recessed instead of screwed into a thread as is usually the case. This allows Alphacool to overcome the problem of potential leakage due to cracking by screwing the connectors directly into the acrylic. The connectors are made of two parts, have an O-ring, and counter each other when mounted in the acrylic. This not only ensures absolute leak proofing of each connector but also allows for the clean and functional look of Alphacool's Core Design series.
Easy Installation
Using the included Core Push Mounting kit, the Distro Plate can be mounted on the case panel or on a radiator. To do this, the metal pins are attached to the radiator or the panel of the PC case, and the matching female sockets are attached to the Distro Plate (refer to the manual for details). The next assembly step is to simply push the Distro Plate onto the pins without the need for any tools. Alphacool's push-mounting allows for a tight fit of the Distro Plate on the case panel or radiator and allows for easy removal for maintenance or expansion projects.
Gamechanger
It has an integrated reservoir as well as a VPP Apex pump and is offered as a 240mm or 360mm variant, each with left or right positioning of the pump top. This makes the Core Distro Plate ideal for custom water loops where CPU and graphics card(s) are to be cooled simultaneously. Due to the arrangement of the G1/4" connections, complicated tubing paths will be a thing of the past. There is an additional drain port on the side, with which the Distro Plate can be drained easily and comfortably.
High-quality Material Selection & Brilliant Illumination
Alphacool's Core Distro Plate is made of high-quality acrylic. This allows an unobstructed view of the coolant and enables brilliant illumination from the built-in digitally addressable aRGB LEDs. The lighting can be controlled via a digital aRGB header on the motherboard or optionally by Alphacool's Aurora Eiscontrol aRGB controller (item no.: 15360).
The Pump
Alphacool's Apex VPP does not use a spherical bearing and relies on a ceramic axle. The motor's coils have been moved from the inside to the outside. These changes result in a fundamentally more stable and smoother running pump, with significantly reduced vibrations. Another positive side effect is that power consumption has been almost halved.
Control
The Apex VPP pump has a 4-pin fan connector that connects to the motherboard or to an external controller. This allows you to control the speed range of the pump via PWM and read out the RPM signal. The pump is connected to the power supply using a SATA connector.
Technical Drawings
The document includes technical drawings illustrating the dimensions of the Alphacool Core Distro Plate 240 right with VPP Apex Pump.
Main View (Front/Top): Details the overall dimensions of 240mm in height and 125mm in width. It indicates the placement and spacing of eight G1/4" ports and one drain port, along with mounting hole locations. Specific dimensions like 27.50mm, 32.50mm, 40.00mm, 25.75mm, 30.00mm, 37.50mm, and 54.25mm are marked for port and hole positioning. The pump mounting area is also shown.
Side View: Shows a width of 105mm and a depth of 15mm, with an overall width of 68.80mm.
Profile View: Details the thickness and mounting aspects, with dimensions such as 13.00mm, 83.52mm, 93.31mm, and 60.00mm.
The drawings also specify a general tolerance of ± 0.25mm and indicate that dimensions are in millimeters.
