The stories of burning 16-pin power sockets of high-end GPUs still keep flooding us, while users are out for a rock-stable answer to the issue. ASRock launches its ASRock 12V-2×6 L-Type cable to offer overheating protection and the risk of connector damages.
ASRock Intros Safer 12V-2×6 Cable with NTC Sensor
The ASRock 12V-2×6 L-Type cable features a NTC sensor that is directly plugged to the 3pin interface on your MB, which can monitor in real time and detect rapid increasing of temperature in PC case. When the temperature increase is up to the setting, the IC will trigger system to shutdown or automatically turn off your PC to prevent this situation. This is to help avoid the common issue of burnt-melted connectors found on RTX 50 series GPUs and some PSUs.
Even though the 12V-2×6 standard on its own is already a step up from older power supplies, melting connectors are still an incredibly common thing where people can’t or don’t want to buy a higher-end redundant PSU. With ASRock 12V-2×6 L-Type Power Cable, you are entitled to have a second assurance.
Compatibility With ASRock PSUs Only
The ASRock 12V-2×6 L-Type comes in a pack of 2 and can only be used with ASRock’s Taichi to Phantom Gaming power supply models. This effectively means the new cable will also need to be used with a ASRock PSU to be enjoyed and its safety benefits appreciated.
Dual-Color Plug Design
ASRock has also upgraded the 12V-2×6 L-Type cable plug with a dual-color design, which provides users an easy and intuitive way to detect if the plug is fully inserted properly. This limits wrong connections, one of the principal causes of melting.
Usage Recommendations
Best practice methods for using ASRock 12V-2×6 L-Type cable is available findAll other brand photos.
- Make Sure connections are good, clicked in and seated.
- Do not bend the cable near the connector after connected.
- Don’t push hard by the bend.
The smallest place to melt is the derating and bending of the cable at the connector level. The L-Type design of the ASRock 12V-2×6 L-Type cable reduces this risk although proper handling is advised.
Pricing and Warranty
The ASRock 12V-2×6 L-Type cable comes with a 2-year limited warranty. Its price is reported to be $40, quite expensive for a cable but an intelligent choice to safeguard GPUs worth as much as $1000 and over.
With an overheating protection, NTC sensor and an improved design, the ASRock 12V-2×6 L-Type cable is the most advanced solution for solving power connector problems for GPU, however you need an ASRock PSU to get most of its benefits.
FAQ
The ASRock 12V-2×6 L-Type cable is a multi-purpose power cable with NTC sensor to protect GPU connectors from overheating.
The cable only works with ASRock’s Taichi and Phantom Gaming line of power supplies.
Early reports suggested that ASRock’s 12V-2×6 L-Type cable will retail for $40 and be covered by a 2-year warranty.
Although it is safe to use with its protection from overheat and L-Type, correct fitting and handling are necessary to prevent connector from getting damaged.
