Direct Link Flow Design
A machined brass insert inside the acetal terminal connects the water block and backplate diagonally. This allows serial or parallel flow from adjacent or opposing ports using only one inlet and one outlet.
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SKU HC-476418MPN 3831109892268
In stock Ships by Tue, Nov 10 when paid today.
This active backplate pairs with the Vector² water block to cool the EVGA XC3 RTX 3080, 3080 Ti, and 3090. It uses a Direct Link terminal for a single-loop connection.
A machined brass insert inside the acetal terminal connects the water block and backplate diagonally. This allows serial or parallel flow from adjacent or opposing ports using only one inlet and one outlet.
The cold plate is CNC-machined from nickel-plated electrolytic copper. The top is CNC-machined cast acrylic. A black-anodized aluminum side cover conceals the PCB for a uniform enclosure.
Addressable RGB lighting runs through a 3-pin 5V connector. It syncs with ASUS Aura Sync, MSI Mystic Light, Gigabyte RGB Fusion, and ASRock Polychrome. Magnetic covers hide terminal screws and allow logo rotation.
Designed specifically for EVGA XC3 RTX 3080, 3080 Ti, and 3090 graphics cards. Requires the matching EK-Quantum Vector² water block to function as a combined cooling unit.
| Brand | EK Water Blocks |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer part no. | 3831109892268 |
| EAN | 3831109892268 |
| RGB / LED connectors | 1x Digital RGB (3-Pin 5VDG), yes |
|---|
| Lighting Color | RGB |
|---|---|
| Lighting Compatibility | ASRock Polychrome Sync, ASUS Aura Sync, GIGABYTE RGB Fusion, MSI Mystic Light Sync |
Specifications come from the manufacturer and can change without notice. Check the box contents and compatibility before ordering; our team answers questions within one business day.
Delivery to the United States: $39.90DHL Express Worldwide · arrives Wed, Nov 11 – Mon, Nov 16 if paid today
| To | Business days | This item |
|---|---|---|
| GermanyDHL Paket | 1–2 | $5.90 |
| Other EU countriesDHL Parcel International | 2–8 | $11.90–$15.90 |
| UK, Switzerland and NorwayDHL Parcel International | 3–7 | $24.90 |
| United States and CanadaDHL Express Worldwide | 2–5 | $39.90 |
| Asia and the Middle EastDHL Express Worldwide | 2–5 | $49.90 |
| Australia and New ZealandDHL Express Worldwide | 3–6 | $59.90 |
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