Swiftech releases the Komodo RX480 VGA waterblock

Swiftech has releasedd the Komodo RX480 VGA waterblock. The block is designed for AMD Radeon RX480 graphics cards (reference PCB). A new RGB LED lighting system is now also being offered as an option for this block under part number LS80 Lightstrip, and it will become part of the standard options available for all future waterblocks of the ECO series.

"The addition of a new lighting system using ALED technology for the Eco line of Komodo waterblocks will now allow enthusiasts to light up their entire custom build including radiator, reservoir, CPU and GPU waterblocks with a common color scheme", said Gabriel Rouchon, Swiftech Chairman & CEO

The Komodo™ RX40 full cover VGA waterblock is a high performance cooling solution with advanced thermal design and low flow restriction, compatible with Radeon™ RX 480 Graphics Cards (AMD reference PCB design). The coolant flow path includes all critical components such as GPU, memory, VR's and power mosfets. Proper cooling of all the critical components contributes to overclocking stability, reliable operations, and longevity of the graphics card. The block also covers the entire PCB, leaving no components exposed to possible damages during handling.

Optional Accessories

Back-plate: the precision-machined billet aluminum back-plate, features a black-anodized silky smooth surface finish, and is intended to protect the fragile components found on the back of the graphics card PCB as well as providing a perfectly finished high-end "factory" look to the entire assembly.
LS80 lightstrip: the LS80 lightstrip features 4 Addressable RGB LED's compatible with Swiftech Iris-Eco LED controller found in the award winning Drive X2 CPU cooling kits. This accessory can be installed in existing mounting holes on the side of the Komodo RX480 housing. Thanks to this option, users can now control the entire lighting/color theme of their build at the touch of a button. The Iris-Eco light controller is necessary to operate the LS80 lightstrip, and is sold separately. See LS80 Lightstrip product page.
Iris-Eco Light controller: the Iris-Eco is a multi-function device including both light control and PWM signal splitting functionalities. The on board light controller chip provides 8 color choices + 3 dimming settings; the PCB is populated with three 3-pin ALED connectors, one push-button switch for light control, and one 2-pin connector for remote light control. See Iris-Eco product page.