I find it really fascinating that the first computer I used had a power supply that was about the size of two packs of cigarettes (back when I smoked) and today's computers have power supplies that require as much current as the typical microwave found in today's homes. As a matter of fact the power supply we are going to be looking at today is even larger than today's microwave oven s since it is rated at a whooping 1600 watts. So what power supply is this we are talking about, it just so happens to be the Ultra Products - 1600 watt ATX Power Supply (model ULT40070).
Here is how Ultra Product describes their product, " Ultra pulls out all of the stops for their latest power supply. By combining our "EE" (Energy Efficient) platform, which converts as much as 85% of AC power into DC power during typical loads, with a quiet 135MM ball bearing fan, our patented modular interface and our Limited Lifetime Warranty, Ultra clearly dominates the market with the new X3 power supply!
The X3 is super efficient, using less electricity than other power supplies when providing power to your computer and it generates less heat. Cooling is substantial yet silent by utilizing a thermostatically controlled 135MM ball bearing fan and a honeycomb cut exhaust grill. The X3 also has full range active PFC, which improves apparent power used by the computer. The modular interface allows you to only plug in the cables you actually require for your particular PC. The X3 is ready for even the most high end gaming rigs by providing up to four 6-pin PCI-e connectors, and the 800W and 1000W models provide the newest 8-pin PCI-e connector for the latest 300W graphics cards.
If the you're looking for an efficient, quiet, powerful, modular power supply with a Lifetime Warranty, there's no reason to look any farther than the Ultra X3! "
Additional Features
Supports AMD and Intel Motherboards
Low Acoustic Noise
135mm Fan
Meets ATX Version 2.2, v1.3, and ATX 12V Version 2.2 Specifications
Short Circuit Protection
In-Rush Current Protection
Thermal Overload Cutoff Protection
MTBF > 100,000 Hours at Full Load, 110VAC and 25°C Ambient Condition
FCC and UL Recognized
Cabling
Output
AC INPUT
115V/230V 60/50Hz
MAX OUTPUT CURRENT
+5V
+3.3V
+12V
-12V
+5VSB
28A
24A
117A
0.5A
6A
1600W
Max Combined Watts
160W
1404W
6W
30W
1564W
36W
1600W
Total Output Power: 1600W (Full Load, Nominal Input Voltage) Efficiency: 80% at Typical Load