Kornowski
VIP Member
Hey,
is this worth getting?
http://www.maplin.co.uk/module.aspx?ModuleNo=32283&doy=15m2#overview
Thanks!
is this worth getting?
http://www.maplin.co.uk/module.aspx?ModuleNo=32283&doy=15m2#overview
Thanks!
Worth Getting?
- Thread starter Kornowski
- Start date
I didn't see the Antec round cables at the vendor there. Unlike PC Toys and the make of the cables seen there the Antec round cables are not covered with the typical vinyl seen there but are a weaved thread design. The vinyl covered usually see more problems. I had one and one only for a floppy drive in the last case and simply tossed it along with some then iseless flat ribbon cables that had dried up.
The Antec cables I can take from one case to another and not have to worry. Those have proven themselves durable. Otherwise stick with the low ribbon type and keep a few spares around. Those will stiffen up and see problems soon enough on their own while saving the cash.
The Antec cables I can take from one case to another and not have to worry. Those have proven themselves durable. Otherwise stick with the low ribbon type and keep a few spares around. Those will stiffen up and see problems soon enough on their own while saving the cash.
80mm should do fine too....you could always leave a few of those pci panels on your case off if you havnt already.
I have removed 2 of mine to allow more airflow to my graphics card....as i cant monitor the temps (My gfx card has no temp sensor )
but my system runs cool.
I have removed 2 of mine to allow more airflow to my graphics card....as i cant monitor the temps (My gfx card has no temp sensor
)but my system runs cool.
bldgengineer
New Member
I'd buy those in a heartbeat. I've always had problems with the flat vinyl cables cracking, especially at turns or folds.
Those are the flat ribbon cables seen in most systems. I grabbed a pair of Antec round cables for the last build and still have them in use now. They don't get stiff and brittle. If you have seen the wiring harness going out around the engine in an auto a look at the heavier cable coming from the alternator will give you an idea of what the Antecs look like with the braiding to some degree.
bldgengineer
New Member
Yeah, the power wire going to the alternator in most vehicles is usually 1/0 stranded copper with heavy insulation sometimes with a steel braiding in it. Of course vehicles with a smaller load will have a smaller gauge wire.
I have round cables now(can't remember which brand). They've last for over 5 years now when my flat ribbons would start causing problems after only 1.5-2yrs. They'll do the job but you gotta check them about once every 3 months and when they crack, replace them. Round ones, its more of a set it and forget it deal.
I have round cables now(can't remember which brand). They've last for over 5 years now when my flat ribbons would start causing problems after only 1.5-2yrs. They'll do the job but you gotta check them about once every 3 months and when they crack, replace them. Round ones, its more of a set it and forget it deal.
If you can visualize the insulation on the cable for an alternator that will give you the idea of what the insulation looks like on an Antec round cable. But there's no wire mesh involved there. The braiding has a criss cross of red lines on the otherwise black wrapping. This type of insulation makes the cable somewhat more firm but remains flexible at the same time. You simply can't bunch it up like a flat ribbon. But... plug'em in and forget them! They last much longer.
well i wouldnt say its a bad idea to get them....i want those in my new system as i want the side of the case see through.