BE QUIET Sfx-L Power 500W
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Price updated on: 06-04-2025 23:38:10 | Identifiers | |
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| Model | Be Quiet BN238 |
| MPN | Be Quiet BN238 |
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80 PLUS certification The official efficiency certification level awarded to a power supply or other electrical device that meets the international 80 Plus standard, indicating superior energy efficiency compared to non‑certified products. Typical values include Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum and Titanium.
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80 PLUS Gold |
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AC input frequency The frequency of the alternating current supplied to a power supply or charger, expressed in hertz (Hz). It indicates the acceptable operating range for the electrical mains that powers the device, ensuring proper functionality and safety.
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50 - 60 Hz |
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AC input voltage The alternating current voltage range that the product accepts from its power source, expressed in volts (V). It indicates the minimum and maximum supply voltages compatible with the device.
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100 - 240 V |
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Certification A list of official certifications or compliance marks that the product has received from regulatory bodies, safety organizations, or industry standards groups. Each entry represents a distinct certification such as CE, FCC, RoHS, UL, or WEEE, and may include additional details like version numbers or specific test reports.
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CE, CB, TÜV, FCC, cTUVus, RCM |
| Connectors | 1 x 4+4-pin CPU +12V (EPS) 3 x 4-pin Molex 4 x 6+2-pin PCIe 6 x SATA |
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Cooling The type of cooling mechanism used by a product, such as active fan‑based cooling, passive heat sinks, liquid cooling, or no active cooling. It indicates whether the device relies on airflow, conduction, or other methods to dissipate heat and helps users assess thermal performance and noise levels.
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Fan |
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Depth The linear measurement of an object from front to back or top to bottom, expressed in a physical unit such as millimeters, centimeters, inches, etc. It indicates how deep the item is and can be used for fitting, compatibility, or spatial planning.
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130 mm |
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Dimensions The pixel dimensions of a display or image, expressed as width by height (e.g., 1920x1080). It indicates how many pixels are used to render the visual content and is commonly used for monitors, TVs, smartphones, cameras, and digital images.
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125 x 64 x 130 (WxHxD) |
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Edition A brief statement indicating the edition or version of a product, such as "Reprint", "New Edition", or a numeric edition number like "2nd edition". It identifies which specific release of the item is being referenced.
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SFX L Power 500W |
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Efficiency The efficiency rating expresses the percentage of input power that a product converts into useful output, indicating how well it uses energy compared to similar models. A higher value means less waste and lower operating costs.
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92% |
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Energy Star certified Indicates whether the product has been certified by Energy Star, a recognized standard for energy efficiency in appliances and electronics.
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Yes |
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EPS 12V Indicates whether the product includes an EPS 12V power connector, which is commonly used to supply additional voltage to high‑performance computer components such as CPUs and GPUs.
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Yes |
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Fan diameter The linear measurement across the widest part of a fan, expressed in units such as millimeters (mm), centimeters (cm) or inches (in). It represents the overall width of the fan and is useful for determining fit, compatibility with cases, and airflow characteristics.
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12 cm |
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Fans The physical dimensions of a fan unit, expressed as the number of fans and their individual diameter in millimetres (e.g., "2 x 120mm"). This attribute helps users understand the cooling capacity and compatibility with cases or other components.
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1 x 120mm |
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Height The vertical dimension of a product measured from its lowest to highest point. It is expressed in a physical unit such as millimetres, centimetres or inches and applies to any item where height is relevant, including books, electronics, furniture and other objects.
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64 mm |
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Input current The electrical current that a device draws from its power source, expressed in amperes (A). It indicates how much current the product consumes during normal operation and helps determine compatibility with power supplies or USB ports.
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10 A |
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Internal +12V Rails The count and configuration of the +12 V power rails supplied by a computer power supply unit. Common values include "Single Rail", "Dual Rail", "Quad Rail" or combinations such as "Single/Multi Rail". This attribute helps users understand how many independent +12 V outputs are available for powering components, which can affect load distribution and reliability.
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Single Rail |
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Manual Indicates whether a user manual—physical or digital—is provided with the product. A value of "Yes" means that a manual is included, while a value of "No" indicates that no manual is supplied.
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Yes |
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Maximum Combined Output +12V The highest electrical current that a power supply can deliver on its combined +12 V rail, expressed in amperes (A). It indicates the maximum load capacity of the +12 V output and is useful for comparing power supplies or determining if a unit can meet the needs of high‑power components.
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41.7 A |
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Maximum Efficiency at 230Vac The highest percentage of input electrical power that a device can convert into usable output power when operating on 230 V alternating current. It indicates the peak energy conversion performance and helps consumers compare how efficiently different models use electricity.
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92.2 % |
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Modular Indicates whether a product supports modular components or systems, such as modular power supplies, network switches, or other hardware that can be expanded or replaced with compatible modules.
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Yes |
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Modularity Indicates the type of modularity a product offers, such as full modular, hybrid modular, or fully wired. The value describes how components can be added, removed, or replaced independently within the system.
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Full Modular |
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Motherboard Connector The total number of electrical contacts in the ATX main power connector that supplies a computer system with power. Common values are 20+4‑pin (24 pins) and 24‑pin, indicating the standard ATX power interface used by motherboards and power supplies.
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20+4-pin |
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Number of fans The total count of fan units included in the product. This value indicates how many separate fans are present, which can affect cooling performance and noise levels.
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1 fan(s) |
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On/off switch Indicates whether the product includes an on/off switch that allows the user to power it on or off manually.
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Yes |
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Package depth The linear measurement from front to back or top to bottom of a product’s packaging, expressed in a physical unit such as millimeters, centimeters, inches, etc. It indicates how deep the packaged item is and can be used for fitting, compatibility, or spatial planning.
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220 mm |
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Package type The form of packaging used for a product, such as box, blister pack, bag, or pallet. It indicates how the item is contained and protected during shipping and storage.
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Retail |
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Package width The horizontal measurement of a product’s packaging, expressed in a linear unit such as millimetres or inches. It indicates how wide the package is from one side to the other and helps customers assess fit for storage, shipping, or display.
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205 mm |
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Power factor The ratio of real power to apparent power in an electrical system, expressed as a dimensionless number typically between 0 and 1. It indicates how efficiently the device converts electrical energy into useful work; values closer to 1 mean less reactive power and higher efficiency.
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0.99 |
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Power protection features A comma‑separated list of the electrical protection mechanisms built into a device, such as overcurrent, overload, short circuit, under voltage, and overheating safeguards. The attribute indicates which protective features are present to protect the equipment and connected components from abnormal power conditions.
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Over current,Over power,Over voltage,Overheating,Short circuit,Under voltage |
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Purpose The primary purpose of a product, indicating its main intended use or target market segment (e.g., "Gaming", "Office", "Travel"). It helps customers quickly identify whether the item matches their needs and can be used for filtering or categorization across different product categories.
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PC |
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RoHS compliance Indicates whether the product is manufactured in accordance with the RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) directive, which limits the use of certain hazardous materials in electrical and electronic equipment.
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Yes |
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Screws included Indicates whether the product comes with the necessary screws included in the package. A value of "Yes" means that screws are supplied, allowing the user to assemble or secure the item immediately after unpacking; a value of "No" means no screws are provided and must be purchased separately.
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Yes |
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Size The overall dimension or measurement that identifies the size of a product, such as a frame, garment, electronic component, or container. It can be expressed as a single numeric value (e.g., 47 mm), a range (e.g., 50–60 cm), a volume (e.g., 700 ml), or a descriptive label like "One Size". The attribute helps customers compare and select items that fit their needs.
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SFX - with ATX adapter bracket |
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SLI/CrossFire Indicates whether the product supports NVIDIA SLI or AMD CrossFire technology, allowing multiple graphics cards to work together for increased performance.
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Yes |
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Supported motherboard form factors A list of the physical layout and size classifications of motherboards that a computer case or chassis supports, such as ATX, Micro‑ATX, Mini‑ITX, E‑ATX, SSI CEB, etc. Each value represents a distinct form factor that can be mounted in the device.
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Mini-ITX |
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Weight The mass of the product expressed in a standard unit such as grams or kilograms. It represents how heavy the item is and can be used for shipping calculations, handling instructions, or consumer information.
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1.14 kg |
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Width The horizontal measurement of a product, expressed in a linear unit such as millimetres or inches. It indicates how wide the item is from one side to the other and is used for sizing, fitting, and compatibility purposes.
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125 mm |
Be Quiet
Be Quiet is a German computer hardware company that produces power supplies, cases, and cooling solutions for personal computers. The company was founded in 2002 by Rolf Seitz and Jochen Goller.
Be Quiet is a German computer hardware company that produces power supplies, cases, and cooling solutions for personal computers. The company was founded in 2002 by Rolf Seitz and Jochen Goller.








