14 DAY TRIAL // Antec has announced that it is shipping the new EarthWatts PSU line. All the new PSUs coming from this line are rated 80 Plus in efficiency and use an active PFC in order to reduce the electrical loss. Being an EarthWatts PSU also translates into RoHS compliance. Aside from the fact that the power units have upped the efficiency factor from 70-75% to more than 80% they also contain no lead or mercury in the internal components.
About the new PSU line, Antec says: "As consumers take action to protect the environment, Antec encourages everyone to look for solutions that help conserve energy and eliminate waste and pollution. EarthWatts is our most energy efficient design, and it provides users with the power and stability they have come to expect from Antec products. With the 80 PLUS certification, EarthWatts is leading the way in reducing energy consumption and protecting the environment."
Three EarthWatts models are available, a 380W model, a 430W one and the mighty 500W which is the most powerful in the line. EarthWatts power supplies are ATX12V 2.2 compatible and use a single 80mm low noise unit. Available connectors on EarthWatts power supplies include four SATA, dual 12V and one PCIe. Pricing on EarthWatts power supplies varies from $64.95 for the 380W to $99.95 for the 500W PSU.