Thermaltake has today revealed its new Smart BM3 Bronze ATX 3.0 Power Supply with Semi-Modular connections.
Thermaltake Smart BM3
The new Smart BM3 from Thermaltake is a Semi-Modular power supply which follows the ATX 3.0 specifications with the inclusion of a 12VHPWR connector. This power supply comes in a compact size of 150x86x140mm (WxHxD) and is available in 550W, 650W, 750W and 850W capacities. It comes with an 80-plus-bronze certification with Japanese main electrolytic capacitors with 105°C ratings ensuring high durability and stability. It also uses a DC-to-DC design with a high amp single +12V rail design plus is capable of supporting 200% power excursion and 60% efficiency at 2% load. Cooling the internals is a quiet 120mm FDB fan which also features Smart Zero Fan mode with a physical switch for quieter operation.
Features
(PR)Power Up the Next Generation Hardware
Smart BM3 80 Plus Bronze certified (550 W/650 W/750 W/850 W) semi modular PSU is designed to meet ATX 3.0 standards, it also comes with one PCIe Gen 5.0 (12VHPWR) connector to support modern graphics cards. With an ample 5-year warranty, the Smart BM3 series is able to satisfy the market, where value-oriented users are looking for a new power supply with all the latest features.
Fully Compatible with Intel ATX 3.0 Standards
Smart BM3 series is fully compatible with Intel ATX 3.0 Specifications which supports up to 200% power excursion, reaches 60% low load efficiency and complies with required power supply timing standards.
PCIe Gen 5.0 Ready
Smart BM3 Bronze series comes with a 12+4pin connector to offer powerful and stable performance allowing the PSU to natively run next-generation GPUs.
The wattage marked on the 12VHPWR’s connector is the recommended wattage. (Ref. Intel design guideline)
Made to Comply with the Latest Graphics Cards
As the power consumption of graphics cards increase, so has their demand for power. The Smart BM3 series is designed to support NVIDIA and AMD graphics cards, it supports 8-pin PCIe cables for AMD graphics cards & entry RTX 40 series graphics cards, it also comes with a 1 x 12+4pin connector for RTX 40 series cards that need a PCIe Gen 5.0 connector, ready to supply the graphics cards according to their different ways of connections.
Be Smart, Stay Quiet
Featuring a 120 mm FDB fan to deliver excellent airflow. Furthermore, with the Smart Zero Fan function, the fan will not spin until the load exceeds 20% of the power supply, minimizing undesired noise.
High Quality Japanese 105°C/221°F Main Electrolytic Capacitor
High quality Japanese main electrolytic capacitor greatly improves the power supplies durability and ensures the Smart BM3 series is stable and reliable.
High Amperage Single +12V Rail & DC to DC Design
Powerful single +12V rail can properly deliver the power you need for the best compatibility. The use of LLC and DC to DC circuit design provides very stable operation and enhanced voltage regulation.
Built-in Industrial Grade Protection
To protect the hardware, Smart BM3 is built with industry grade protections: OCP (Over Current Protection), OVP (Over Voltage Protection), UVP (Under Voltage Protection), OPP (Over Power Protection), SCP (Short Circuit Protection), OTP (Over Temperature Protection).
Semi Modular Flat Cable Design
Soft flat black cables come with sleeve cabling, designed to make cable installation an easy task while fully powering the system at optimal voltages.
80 Plus Bronze-Certified and Intel C6/C7 States Ready
Smart BM3 Bronze series saves energy through its high energy efficiency up to 85% and is certified to 80 Plus Bronze. It has been optimized to work with all generations of Intel’s processors to achieve maximum energy saving.
Price and Availability
The Smart BM3 Bronze is available to purchase from Thermaltake’s worldwide network of authorized retailers and distributors and comes with a 5-year warranty. The MSRP of the various models is listed below: