2014.May 1

Seasonic Showcasing High Performance Power Supply Solutions at
Computex 2014

Taipei, Taiwan – May 1, 2014
Sea Sonic Electronics, a leading global designer and manufacturer of high quality power supplies, is proud to present their latest products and innovations at the Computex 2014 show in Taipei, Taiwan betweenJune 3-7, 2014 at Nangang Hall J0510.

Power users will be pleased to welcome the new Seasonic Platinum 1200 watt high power edition amongst Sea Sonic’s flagship Platinum series models. With this new addition to the family, the top performance Platinum series will now include a full array of ultra-efficient power supplies with output ranges extending from 400 watts to 1200 watts, including the Fanless models. The Seasonic Fanless units continue to be much sought after as they have been specially designed for modern entertainment systems, media applications and such special office environments where avoiding noise pollution is a priority.

Visitors to Computex 2014 will also learn that the highly advanced Seasonic X series will include two recently upgraded models with brand new look; the X-1250 watt and X-1050 watt units. These new power supplies are fully modular and were improved to match such features of the new Platinum 1200 power supply as tighter voltage regulation, upgraded D2D platform and a brand new Hybrid Silent Fan Control, which is the key to silence optimized operation.  All these new features are implemented to further increase the efficiency and overall reliability of these power supplies.

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Sea Sonic’s extremely popular 80 PLUS® Bronze certified power supplies have been upgraded with cutting-edge 120 mm Fluid Dynamic Bearing fans.  The most important advantages of this new fan design are increased stability, extended product life and reduced noise levels during operation. The facelift of theS12II series has resulted in an improved look with Honeycomb structure air vents and black colored flat cables. The Seasonic M12 and S12 product lines are favored among enthusiasts who are looking for a reliable power solution from a high quality manufacturer.

Seasonic boasts one of the most extensive power supply product lines on the market today and it is proud to be the first choice for the widest range of end users and industrial partners.  At Computex 2014 a complete assortment of industrial PC power supplies, ultra-high efficiency adapters, multi-functional  open frame and enclosed power supplies will  also be exhibited for Sea Sonic’s system integration partners  and visitors.

For more information, please visit seasonic.com

2014.April 1

Seasonic – Ready and ahead of time for new Ecodesign requirements

Essential news for PC system builders

Taipei, Taiwan – April 1, 2014
On July 1, 2014 the EU commission will take another step towards the implementation of the Ecodesign Directive (2009/125/EC) and will introduce new requirements for a range of energy related products that include computers and computer servers. This initiative is targeting to drive forward the development of energy-efficient products within the European Union.

The new directive (EU regulation 617/2013) states that internal PC power supplies will need to reach at least 85% efficiency at 50% load and 82% efficiency at 20% and 100% of their rated output power. These standards correspond to the requirements of the international energy-saving certification level of 80PLUS® Bronze. Apart from these efficiency benchmarks, the EU also demands a power factor of 0.9 at 100 % of the rated output power for all internal power supplies with a maximum rated power of more than 75 W.

Besides power supplies, the new regulation will have an affect on the ratings of other PC components and will also require manufacturers and assemblers of PC systems to provide relevant information regarding components. This reporting process will become part of the CE certification process for computers. As a result, only the desktop computers that fully comply with the new EU regulation will receive the CE marking in the future.

Maintaining a keen focus on the research and design of the best-in-class energy efficient power supplies for all PC markets, Seasonic has been supporting system builders by manufacturing the highest efficiency power supplies since 2005, when it became the first company to achieve 80 PLUS® certification. Ever since that time, Seasonic has been a forerunner to develop the widest range of retail and system integration power supplies currently on the market and is proud that all its current units already comply with the European Ecodesign directive soon to come into effect.

2013.October 18

Sea Sonic and HashFast Sign Deal To Power Next Generation of Bitcoin Mining Equipment

October 18, 2013

SAN FRANCISCO  —  Sea Sonic Electronics Co. Ltd (‘Sea Sonic’) and HashFast Technologies LLC (‘HashFast’) announced today that they have signed an agreement for Sea Sonic to produce power supplies for HashFast’s Bitcoin mining systems.

The Baby Jet and Sierra mining units will be built using Sea Sonic power supplies, which are widely known for their industry-leading efficiency, quality and reliability. The highly stable output voltage from Sea Sonic supplies ensures the miners will consistently reach their maximum hashing performance. The very high efficiency of these supplies lowers the electrical costs involved in mining, and reduces the waste heat produced.

Tests of the Sea Sonic power supply show an incredibly stable output and longevity, even when machines are overclocked, enabling miners to generate more Bitcoin for their money.

“We believe mining rigs should come complete with the best power supplies available” said HashFast CEO Eduardo de Castro. “The quality and reliability of the power supply has a critical effect on the performance of Bitcoin mining equipment.  It’s well known that Sea Sonic is a clear leader in the power supply industry, and their products are widely known for their build quality, efficiency and reliability. Their reputation for quality extends over nearly four decades.”

Sea Sonic President Vincent Chang agreed with the emphasis on quality, noting that “Quality is something that is of paramount importance to us at Sea Sonic.  We have been in the industry for over 38 years and pride ourselves as being a leader in manufacturing highly stable, reliable and energy efficient power supplies.”

He further added that “It is an honor to support HashFast producing the highest quality and most efficient Bitcoin mining equipment possible. We look forward to a future in which our companies work together to provide the best possible products and services in the industry.”

“It is a great honor to be working with Sea Sonic,” said de Castro. “We look forward to a long and fruitful relationship.”

About Sea Sonic Electronics Co.
Since the incorporation of Sea Sonic Electronics Co., Ltd. (“Sea Sonic”) in 1975, Sea Sonic has maintained the focus on research and development and the production of high quality and energy efficient power conversion products. For the past decades, supported by cutting edge technology based upon a strong research and development team, Sea Sonic has provided timely and professional solutions to meet many of the IT industry’s requirements. More information can be found at: www.seasonicusa.com.

About Sea Sonic Power Supplies
Sea Sonic is the first power supply manufacturer in the industry to be awarded the 80PLUSR certificate which offers the newest technology and innovations for performance and energy savings with up to 92% efficiency and a true power factor of greater than 0.9 PF. With this wealth of experience in utilizing advanced technology and designing highly energy efficient power supplies, the solutions provided not only optimize the overall performance, but also bring better reliability and longer energy efficient product life. Sea Sonic products are also known to use quality components such as gold-plated high current terminals, solid capacitors, and Japanese sourced 105℃ capacitors to guarantee the quality of their products.

About HashFast Technologies LLC
Headquartered in San Jose, Calif., HashFast Technologies LLC (“HashFast”) is a fabless semiconductor company specialized in the production of high-performance ASICs at aggressive performance nodes for the network verification of digital currency transactions. HashFast’s mission is to make leading edge ASICs that push the performance envelope available to customers worldwide. The company was founded in 2013 by Simon Barber and Eduardo de Castro, and is privately held.  More information can be found at:www.HashFast.com.

About HashFast Bitcoin Mining ASICs

Hashfast GN 28nm HPM Bitcoin mining ASIC was announced in July and taped out on schedule on August 28, 2013.HashFast’s Golden Nonce (GN) is a 28nm ASIC chip that performs 400 Ghash/s at nominal clock speed and consumes less than 0.65 W/GH. It can be underclocked for greater efficiency and overclocked for greater performance. The chip has on-die thermal controls to allow operation at its absolute maximum performance.  This equipment is solely intended for use in commercial environments. Power consumption figures are from simulations, and may be +-20% in real silicon.

The S12G Series is the newest addition to Seasonic’s families of award winning retail products, representing the latest innovation of our engineering team. To meet the demands of users who are looking for reliable 80 PLUS Gold performance for gaming and overall usage, the S12G Series is designed to support Intel’s Haswell processors, features more SATA cables and is an affordable solution for a wide range of applications.

The S12G Series is equipped with standard all in one cabling design and quality components that provide solid performance and reliability. With its DC to DC converter design, this series is geared up for superior dynamic response supporting a foundation for greater system stability. Adapting highly dependable 105°C Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors and Polymer Aluminum Solid Capacitors, the S12G Series is able to employ its features of low resistance and high level of heat-proofing under high operating temperatures, frequencies, and currents. For silent operation, the S12G Series implements S²FC design and a 120mm Ball Bearing Fan combined with a low wind drag structure. This implementation of Japanese high-quality components and silent fan control designs aim to provide a perfect balance between noise and cooling to provide an even quieter operating environment for computer users. The 5-year manufacturer’s warranty demonstrates Sea Sonic’s commitment to advanced technology, superior quality, and overall long-term reliability and performance.

The M12II EVO series is a new addition to the Seasonic product family that supports Intel’s fourth generation of core processors and provides reliable performance for enthusiast seeking 80PLUS^® Bronze efficiency.

The M12II EVO edition has a full protection features built in – OCP, OPP, OTP, OVP, SCP and UVP -, and it meets worldwide safety and environmental standards. Moreover, these new models are geared with highly reliable 105°C Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors and Polymer Aluminum Solid Capacitors that ensure good quality, performance and reliability. Both of these new models provide superb quality with Smart and Silent Fan Control technology (S²FC). The improved features also include the fully modular flat black cables for optimal cable management. The 5-year manufacturer’s warranty demonstrates Sea Sonic’s commitment to advanced technology, superior quality, and overall long-term reliability and performance.

The all-new M12II EVO 850W and 750W units are the new leaders in the 80 PLUS® Bronze category and they are great additions to the Seasonic Retail power supply family.

 

Tuned in to the future

Computex 2013 concluded on a high note for Sea Sonic to lay the foundations for yet another highly successful year for our company. At the exhibition Seasonic has continued its tradition to introduce new models of power supplies that provide innovative and high performance solutions for a wide range of users.

During Computex 2013, we were proud to showcase our brand new Platinum 1200W power supply, which completes our premium Platinum series now extending from the 400FL Fanless to the 1200 watts top end unit. Many power users who are looking for this ultimate, fully modular model of top performance and reliability will appreciate the Platinum 1200W. This third generation, mighty power supply is built from high quality components, providing almost perfect DC-to-DC power conversion and will be equipped with our advanced hybrid silent fan control.

Seasonic has extended its popular M12II series by adding a new EVO edition in 750W and 850W models. These new models are fully modular and will be supplied with aesthetic flat black cables to facilitate customized cable management for any user. Due to the employment of higher quality components, the manufacturer’s guarantee of the M12II EVO Edition will be increased to 5 years.

Besides our current S12II series and our highly popular G series, we will launch a robust lineup of 80 PLUS Gold certified family of power supplies, consisting of 450W, 550W, 650W and 750W units. This new S12G series will feature less molex but an increased number of SATA connectors and will be entirely outfitted with flat black colored cables.

We have further extended our embedded power supply range for our growing number of industrial users and we are constantly looking out to boost cooperation with our business partners to create specialized industrial solutions.

2013.May 2

Seasonic Power Supplies Ready for Intel’s Haswell Processors

Last year, the launch of the Seasonic Platinum Fanless series has achieved great success. The fully modular Platinum-400W/460W/520W Fanless power supplies have won many accolades and became standards of excellence for the 80PLUS^Ⓡ Platinum Fanless design throughout the entire industry.

By presenting an extended family of the Platinum series during this year’s Computex, Sea Sonic’s strength in innovation once again takes center stage to lead the way towards solutions that require the highest efficiency and top performance.
Platinum-Series

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The new lineup of Sea Sonic’s Platinum series spans the output range of 400 to 1200 watts. All units of the family come equipped with our patented Fully Modular DC Cable design that maximizes output, ensures the stability of the crucial 12V rail and, at the same time, provides ease of integration and ensures forward compatibility. Sea Sonic’s extended Platinum Series, which is currently the most complete 80PLUSR Platinum series available on the market, entails the following products:

Platinum-400 / 460 / 520 FANLESS – Silent performance
Platinum-660 / 760 / 860 – Ultra performance and efficiency
Platinum-1000 / 1200 – High-end gaming and overclocking

Seasonic’s highly efficient power supplies in the Platinum 660 to 1200 range are top performers that operate in fanless mode at lower loadings. As an additional feature, all these units are equipped with a selector switch that enables users to choose between continual fan mode and optional fanless mode.

X-Series

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The new generations of our popular X-Series models are made for enthusiasts who are looking for the superior Gold efficiency label. The X-Series will include the following models: X-650 / 750 / 850 / 1050 / 1250 which are for enhanced performance.

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M12II Evo Edition

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During Computex, we will also launch the upgraded version of our 80 PLUS^Ⓡ Bronze M12II series, the fully modular M12II Evo Edition product range, which consists of 750W and 850W power supplies. These units are equipped with high performance fan control, black colored flat cables and all the essential functions that gamers and enthusiasts require.
PC / IPC / Adapter / Open frame / Enclosed power supply
For system integrators and customers looking for industrial applications, Sea Sonic launches the 80 PLUS GOLD PC power supplies. These models are designed for high-end industrial applications that require long-term reliability and high efficiency. Our latest open-frame and enclosed power supply models will also be on display at our booth.
Our full lines of 80 PLUS^ⓇGold PC/ IPC power supplies have been designed to be ready to meet Intel^ⓇHaswell’s new technical requirements, which including the RT/ GT/ TGW/ TGM / L1U/L2U/M1U series.

 

Come visit us at Computex 2013 and see our newest products and latest developments.
Sea Sonic Electronics Co., Ltd. seasonic.com
Booth Info：TWTC Nangang Exhibition Hall, I0518

2012.October 2

Sea Sonic unveils the new X-Series 650W, 750W and 850W 80 PLUS^®Gold Power Supplies

Since its launch in 2010, the 80 PlusR Gold X-series has received countless top reviews and awards. TheSeasonic X-series has become the choice of enthusiasts who seek high quality, performance and efficiency.
The new generations of the highly popular X-Series models are made for enthusiasts who are looking for the superior 80 Plus^® Gold efficiency label. The new X-Series will include the following models:
X-Series 650W / 750W / 850W – Enhanced performance
X-Series 1050 / 1250W – Heavy-duty workload and top end performance
The new X-650, X-750 and X-850 models feature our unique integrated DC connector panel with onboard VRM (Voltage Regulator Module). This feature not only enables ideal DC-to-DC conversion and reduced current loss but it also includes Fully Modular DC Cabling to ensure forward compatibility and flexible integration. The already tight voltage regulation has further been improved from ±3 to ±2%, which results in higher efficiency and better performance.

An important feature of the X-650, X-750 and X-850 units is the state of the art cooling that also enables absolute silent running. For manual control, however, there is a selector switch on the modular cable plug side of the PSU, which enables the user to select between traditional fan control (S2FC) and the semi-fanless mode (S3FC). In S3FC mode the fan will only start spinning at loads above 20% of the maximum load. This particularly efficient fan control design is complemented by top quality Sanyo Denki San Ace fans, which are considered to be one of the best on the market today. They feature three-point balancing, copper axel and spoon shaped blades to ensure the most reliable performance.

Amongst the numerous top quality components that the Seasonic X-Series incorporates are the Japan sourced 105°C Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors, the Gold-plated High Current Terminals and the Dual Sided PCB. The 7-year manufacturer’s warranty demonstrates Sea Sonic’s commitment to advanced technology, superior quality, and overall long-term reliability and performance.

For more information, please visit seasonic.com

 

2012.July 1

A new frontier for gamers and PC enthusiasts –– The Seasonic G-Series

With the debut of its all-new G-series Sea Sonic is targeting right at the heart of the most popular computer power requirements by offering 360W, 450W, 550W and 650W models. The G-Series combines the performance of 80Plus Gold efficiency with top quality, high electrical performance, advanced fan control and energy savings. The 360W model will feature Standard Cable Design, whereas the 450W, 550W, and 650W units will be shipped with Semi-Modular DC Cables.

The all-new Seasonic G-series product range will contain many of the essential functions that high-end consumers require –

• 80 PLUS^® Gold certification to achieve higher than 87% efficiency (at 20%, 50% and 100% loads) and a true power factor of greater than 0.9.
• The latest Energy Star qualification to ensure minimum energy consumption during standby, sleep and idle modes.
• DC to DC converter circuit design for quality, reliability and security.
• Superior electrical performance to result in an output voltage variation rate of less than 3% for superior dynamic response and greater system stability.
• High performance Polymer Aluminum solid capacitors and highly reliable 105 ℃ Japanese Aluminum Electrolytic capacitors to ensure top performance and temperature tolerance.
• Sea Sonic’s S2FC fan control and the employment of a 120mm Ball Bearing Cooling Fan to provide optimal cooling and super low noise.

 

The brand new Seasonic G-Series is designed for computer enthusiasts and gamers who will not settle for anything less than great reliability, performance and stability. Sea Sonic continues its commitment to deliver high quality power supplies that are backed by a 5-year manufacturer’s warranty.

For more information, please visit seasonic.com