Alphacool 13734 computer cooling system part/accessory Water block + Backplate Alphacool
185,09 EUR 130,49 EUR
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#6 in Fans&Cooling #108 in Computer
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Product No.:
2100997680
Description:
Hauptmerkmale Merkmale Typ Wasserblock + Rückenplatte Material Acryl, Kupfer Produktfarbe Schwarz Verbindender Thread 1/4" Zertifizierung CE, FC, RoHS Kompatibilität AMD Radeon RX 7900XTX Gewicht und Abmessungen Breite 285,5 mm Tiefe 144,5 mm Höhe 34,2 mm Verpackungsdaten Menge pro Packung 1 Stück(e) Verpackungsbreite 355 mm Verpackungstiefe 170 mm Verpackungshöhe 45 mm Paketgewicht 1,5 kg Schrauben enthalten Ja Technische Details Nachhaltigkeitskonformität Ja Nachhaltigkeitszertifikate CE, RoHS
The Alphacool "13734" water block with backplate is a precision-engineered component for custom PC liquid cooling systems, designed to efficiently dissipate heat from high-performance hardware. As part of Alphacool's extensive water-cooling ecosystem, this block is intended to be integrated into a closed loop with pump, reservoir, radiator and tubing, and serves as the central interface between coolant and the heat source (e.g. GPU or other compatible component), while the included backplate stabilises the PCB and helps with additional heat dissipation.
From a technical standpoint, the water block is based on a metal cooling body (typically copper or a copper alloy in Alphacool's portfolio) with a finely structured internal channel layout that maximises contact surface between coolant and cooling plate. This micro-fin or channel structure is optimised for high flow rates while keeping flow resistance low, so that common PC pumps can maintain sufficient throughput without excessive noise. Standard G1/4" threaded ports (as typical in Alphacool systems) allow integration into most custom loops; suitable compression or barb fittings can be attached according to the tubing used in the system. Thermal interface material (TIM) is generally applied between block and chip surface to ensure optimal thermal transfer.
The included backplate is mounted on the rear of the circuit board. Its primary function is to reinforce the PCB to prevent bending or warping from the weight of the water block and from mechanical stress during installation or transport. At the same time, a backplate can support thermal dissipation from rear-mounted components and hot spots on the PCB, depending on the thermal pads used and the layout of the board. Combined, block and backplate form a mechanically robust and thermally efficient unit that is particularly beneficial in high-power scenarios.
Typical applications include gaming PCs with powerful graphics cards, workstations for 3D rendering, video editing, CAD and simulation, as well as compact high-performance systems where air cooling would reach its limits. The water block helps keep chip temperatures significantly lower and more consistent than many air coolers, which can translate into higher sustained boost clocks, lower thermal throttling and improved system stability. In addition, liquid cooling often reduces overall system noise, as radiators with larger, slower-spinning fans can dissipate the same or more heat with less acoustic output than small, fast GPU fans.
The advantages for the user are multi-layered: besides performance and acoustics, the direct, efficient cooling of critical components can extend their service life, as thermal stress and peak temperatures are reduced. Enthusiasts also benefit from the visual aspects of a water-cooled build - Alphacool components are known for their clean, functional design that integrates harmoniously into both understated and showcase systems. The modularity of the Alphacool ecosystem means that the 13734 water block and backplate can be combined with matching radiators, pumps, reservoirs and fittings, enabling a coherent, upgradeable cooling solution.
Alphacool is a specialist manufacturer in the field of water cooling for PCs and servers and has built a reputation over many years for technically sophisticated and durable products. The company's product range covers everything from entry-level components to professional solutions for demanding users and data-center environments. In its development work, Alphacool focuses on high material quality and serviceability, which contributes to long lifetimes and allows components to be reused when systems are upgraded rather than discarded entirely.
In terms of sustainability and environmental protection, Alphacool's water-cooling approach inherently offers some advantages: by making more efficient use of cooling capacity, systems can often operate with lower fan speeds and, depending on configuration, potentially reduced energy consumption of the overall cooling solution compared to constantly high-speed air cooling under load. Longer hardware life through better thermal management also means less frequent replacement of components, which can reduce electronic waste over time. Many Alphacool components are designed so that individual parts - such as fittings, tubes and radiators - can be retained and only certain elements (like a specific block) need to be replaced during upgrades. As a buyer, choosing a durable liquid-cooling solution like the Alphacool 13734 water block with backplate helps support a more resource-conscious use of hardware and can contribute, within your own setup, to a more sustainable handling of performance PC systems.