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Scythe has unveiled 2 new “basic” CPU coolers based on the Katana 3 released in March 2009. Both coolers, measuring 94 x 108 x 143mm and weighing 495g, are similar in specifications and performance with the exception of their mounting systems. The Katana 3 "Type A" (SCKTN-3000A) is compatible with AMD 754, 939, 940, AM2(+), AM3 sockets while "Type I" (SCKTN-3000I) is compatible with Intel LGA 775, 1156 and 1366 sockets.

Featuring nickel-plated copper bases, both coolers have 6 slanted copper heat pipes (Slant Pipe Structure design) and have cooling fins on the baseplate. Bundled with a 92mm Scythe PWM fan running at speeds of 300 to 2,500 RPM depending on the actual CPU load, the Katana 3 CPU coolers are pretty silent during operation.

The Katana 3 "Type A" (SCKTN-3000A) and "Type I" (SCKTN-3000I) is retailing in Europe now at a MSRP of 14.75 EUR (excludes VAT) or 28.00 USD (excludes TAX) respectively.

Features:

Easy installation without any tools

• The smart and patent-pending mounting mechanism "VTMS" (Versatile Tool-Free Multiplatform System) allows mounting of Katana 3 CPU heatsink without using tools.

S.P.S. (Slant Pipe Structure)

• Already developed with the first Katana, the slightly curved shape of the Katana 3 allows both the direct heat transfer from the cooling fins of the cooler as well as an additional cooling of the mainboard components.

F.P.S. (Fast-Phase Structure)

• The various cooling fins on the baseplate allow an additional heat dissipation and optimize the overall performance of the cooler without changing the compact dimensions of the entire system.

News via [Scythe-Europe]