Description
EK-Quantum Vector XC3 RTX 3080/3090 Active Backplate D-RGB – Plexi is a cutting-edge addition to the EK® Quantum Line. It is made to complement the existing EK-Quantum Vector XC3 RTX 3080/3090 water blocks and actively cool the backside of all EVGA® GeForce RTX™ 3080 and 3090 XC3 GPU.
For a precise compatibility match of this water block, we recommend you refer to the EK Cooling Configurator.
EK XC3 RTX 3080 3090 active backplate
EK-Quantum Vector XC3 RTX 3080/3090 Active Backplate
EK-Quantum Vector XC3 RTX 3080/3090 active backplate links the water block and the active backplate part with a new terminal, which replaces the stock terminal coming with your water block. This way the whole enclosure requires only one inlet and one outlet, removing any unneeded additional tubing and reducing clutter. It is the ultimate aesthetic and performance solution that finds your GPU sandwiched between two water blocks allowing maximum cooling.
EK XC3 RTX 3080 3090 active backplate
The Vector Active Backplate directly cools the PCB hotspots that are found on the backside of the GPU core and the VRM (voltage regulation module). On the RX 3090, the VRAM located on the backside is cooled, while the RTX 3080 gets cooling for the PCB located around the front-mounted VRAM. Cooling liquid is channeled over all these critical areas.
These newly developed active backplates feature a fin array with 6 wide channels allowing for very low flow restriction. This in turn allows overall lower temperatures, while the active backplate gets more than sufficient surface area for heat transfer.
EK XC3 RTX 3080 3090 active backplate
The base of the active backplate is CNC-machined out of nickel-plated electrolytic copper, while its top is CNC-machined out of glass-like cast Acrylic. The rest of the backplate is made of nickel-plated aluminum and it does not come in contact with the liquid. These Vector Active Backplates also feature acrylic terminals that match the top cover. The watertight sealing is ensured by high-quality EPDM O-rings.
D-RGB lighting on EK-Quantum Vector XC3 RTX 3080/3090 Active Backplate D-RGB water block
RGB compatibility
The aesthetic end-piece is housing the addressable D-RGB LED strip. This water block boasts a total of 8 individually addressable RGB LEDs, and it is compatible with popular RGB sync technologies from all major motherboard manufacturers. The arrow marking on the 3-pin D-RGB LED connector is to be aligned with the +5V marking on the D-RGB (addressable) header.
Warning:
EK only guarantees compatibility with included EK-brand thermal pads. Installation process, cooling performance and block contacts are tested exclusively with EK-brand thermal pads.
Listed thermal pad thicknesses apply only to EK thermal pads which are included in the package.
EK does not guarantee compatibility with aftermarket alternatives for thermal interface material.
Make sure that there is enough clearance for the Active Backplate to fit above the PCIe slot. This Active Backplate requires 13mm clearance above the center of the PCIe slot.
Enclosed:
– EK-Quantum Vector XC3 RTX 3080/3090 Active Backplate D-RGB – Plexi
– Necessary mounting screws, nuts, and washers
– 1x Nickel plated brass plug G1/4″”
– EK-Loop Multi Allen Key (6mm, 8mm, 9mm)
– Thermal pads
Technical Specification:
– Dimensions: (LxHxW) – 274x124x15mm
– D-RGB cable length: 500mm
– D-RGB LED count: 8
– D-RGB connector standard 3-pin (+5V, Data, Blocked, Ground)
PLEASE NOTE:
This block is made for EVGA XC3 3080 and 3090 cards. It is not a stand-alone unit and requires an EK-Quantum Vector XC3 RTX 3080/3090 water block to pair with.
Due to the immense variety of fittings/barbs available on the market, we guarantee compatibility only with EK fittings.
This product should NOT be installed with any aluminum Fluid Gaming parts!
The use of specifically engineered coolants that contain corrosion, scale, and biological inhibitors is mandatory to prevent damage to your nickel plated water block! EK is offering a selection of such products in the coolants section.
Additional Info
Material / Design / Color option Nickel Plexi
Threads G1/4″
Chip Manufacturer Nvidia GeForce
