Color cables for power supply: what is the best option?
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In case you didn't know, we can install colored cables in our power supply. We show you the options we find.
In case we have a modular power supply, it is possible to connect other cables. In this way, we can give our PC a better aesthetic by coloring the interior with colored cables. And it is that the manufacturers of sources always put black cables, which can be meshed or not (the usual). Let's see what possibilities we have.
Color cables for power supply
We do not find a sector full of brands that offer color cables, quite the opposite. There are several Chinese companies, as well as other very powerful ones such as BHCustoms and CableMod. Regarding the latter, we consider that it is the company that has focused the most on this because we obtain a brutal catalog full of options.
With that said, we mean modular or semi-modular power supply cables. Obviously, we can use sleeves or extensions in sources that do not incorporate this technology.
We may only need a couple of cables or change absolutely all to make a more personalized setup. Do not worry because we find:
- Loose cables.Cable kits.Combos.Connectors.Etc.
CableMod
In this sense, I would like to highlight the CableMod configurator. It's about narrowing down our search and starting a custom setup to what we want. First of all, we can choose between four sections:
- Custom power supply cables. Custom extension cords. Power supply cables. Extension cords.
The first two options allow the user to choose the cable jacket, choose the power supply they have and the model. I have chosen my source to show you what the process is like.
Then we have to add the cables we want to buy.
In the middle of the process, we can choose the thickness of the cable, which can be interesting for certain chassis. On the other hand, saying that it is not cheap because at that price you have to add the shipping (depends on the country) and the possible tariffs, something that you have to consult in your country.
For those of you who live in Spain, tell you that the customs problem is solved like this:
|
Shipping value (not including transport and insurance) |
Taxes to pay |
General applicable percentage |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Internet shopping (sender is a company) | Less than or equal to 22 euros | Exempt from duty and VAT | 0% tariff
0% VAT |
| Greater than 22 and less than or equal to 150 euros | Exempt from duty but subject to VAT | 0% tariff
21% VAT |
|
| Greater than 150 euros | Subject to tariff and VAT | 2.5% tariff
21% VAT |
|
| Shipping between individuals | Less than or equal to 45 euros | Exempt from duty and VAT | 0% tariff
0% VAT |
| Greater than 45 euros | Subject to tariff and VAT | 2.5% tariff
21% VAT |
Source: tax agency
Therefore, in that order they will charge us 21% VAT and 2.5% tariff. If you live in Europe, buy from their European store.
RGB option
On the other hand, there are very interesting RGB options that may interest you. In this sense, we find the options Lian Li, a Chinese company that offers the possibility of having cables with RGB lighting. Here we leave you an interesting example.
- Lian li strimer 24-pin rgb - cable Uses exclusively high-quality fiber optic material Its independent 2-layer structure design allows the strimer circuit to flow steadily and without interference
Next, we have cable ties that may be illuminated. This option is much cheaper than having RGB cables, since a single cable costs us a lot of money. In English they are called " Cable Combs " and can have RGB lighting, although their function is to have an orderly cable management.
Conclusion about cables
As you can see, there are many options when it comes to installing colored cables in our power supply. Our advice is that you go to manufacturers who specify for which power supply the cable in question is directed. This is because we can cause a short circuit in the system due to polarity. For this reason, here is a tutorial that explains this problem in detail.
So, we highly recommend CableMod, although we know that its products are more expensive than those of the competition. That said, if you know any manufacturer that offers the same benefits, put it in the comments section to illustrate us.
We hope this mini tutorial helped you. If you have any questions, comment below and we will respond shortly.
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