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ThermalRight CB-7

Next up is the CB-7. The CB-7 and the AX-7 are very similar but not enough to be brothers, possibly cousins or maybe half brothers. The CB-7, breaks from the copper trend and is constructed entirely of aluminum. The other big difference is the aluminum center mass we noted with the AX-7 is replaced by fins running lengthwise of the CB-7, a bit shorter than the entire length of the sink.

Specifications

Application: Intel Socket 370 and AMD Socket 462.

Dimensions: (sink only): 77 x 77 x 44mm (Upper); 77 x 50 x 16mm (Lower)

Weight (sink only): 430 grams.

Material: solid aluminum

Fan: None included

Below you can see the fins running lengthwise down the sink's middle. These seven fins channel air almost entirely out two sides of CB-7. You will also notice the same cutaway sections in hopes of adding clearance and versatility to the unit.

The base was quite smooth to the touch in spite of having some visible markings from manufacturer of the base plate. These scratchings were minimal and didn't keep the base from providing a highly reflective surface. The surface could be improved upon if you wished to tackle it but it would be unnecessary.

The clipping mechanism of the CB-7 is a six lug jobber, gripping the three lugs per side of the socket. The clip itself is the more traditional two wire that made the original Vantec's so popular.

Installation went better than the AX-7 mainly because the fins along the CB-7's center were recessed a bit from the ends providing more work room.

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