Jäähdytin Thermalright Macho Direct prosessori 14 cm musta harmaa

The Thermalright Macho Direct is a high-performance HDT CPU cooler designed for efficient processor heat dissipation in a compact form. Based on the established Macho layout, this cooler positions its heatsink toward the rear of the PC case to avoid interference with tall memory modules. The Macho Direct uses five 6 mm heatpipes in a convex, Heatpipe Direct Touch arrangement and includes a temperature-controlled TY-140 Black (PWM) fan optimized for low noise and high airflow. A universal mounting kit for current Intel and AMD sockets, a magnetic-tip screwdriver and a packet of Thermalright Chill Factor thermal paste are included.

Advantages

The Heatpipe Direct Touch (HDT) design with five 6 mm heatpipes provides efficient heat transfer directly from the CPU to the fins while the convex, non-ground heatpipe profile improves overall cooling performance. Perforated aluminum fins and a low-resistance fin shape reduce air accumulation and improve airflow through the heatsink. The cooler has a reduced installation height compared with the original Macho, increasing compatibility with smaller cases. The included TY-140 Black fan operates between 300 and 1,300 rpm, delivering 28.7–125 m³/h airflow with an Enhanced Hyper-Flow Bearing for long service life. Anti-vibration pads and revised fan brackets ensure secure, decoupled mounting.

Suitable for

• Silent desktop and workstation builds requiring strong CPU cooling
• PCs with tall RAM modules where rear-aligned heatsinks prevent interference
• Systems with limited top clearance due to the reduced HDT installation height
• Users seeking a cost-effective cooler compatible with multiple Intel and AMD sockets

Key specifications

• Fan diameter: 140 mm (TY-140 Black, PWM)
• Fan speed: 300–1,300 rpm
• Airflow: 28.7–125 m³/h
• Heatpipes: 5 × 6 mm (HDT, convex profile)
• Dimensions (W × D × H): 129 × 152 × 158 mm
• Weight: 0.82 kg
• TDP rating: 200 W
• Supported sockets: Intel LGA1156/1155/1150/1151/2011/2011-3 and AMD AM2/AM2+/AM3/FM1/FM2/FM2+
• Colour: Black / Grey

How to use

Install the Macho Direct following the included universal mounting kit instructions for your CPU socket. Apply a small, even amount of the supplied Thermalright Chill Factor thermal paste to the CPU heatspreader, seat the cooler so the heatpipes make direct contact with the processor surface, and secure the heatsink using the provided backplate and retention hardware. Attach the TY-140 fan using the revised fan brackets and anti-vibration pads, then connect the PWM fan cable to the motherboard CPU_FAN header for automatic speed control.

Recommendations

For best results, ensure case airflow is unobstructed and the rear-oriented heatsink clearance is compatible with memory modules. Use the motherboard BIOS or OS fan control to configure PWM curves for a balance between noise and cooling performance.