Chieftec Power supply, BDF-500S, 500W

500 W ATX power supply with a 120 mm silent fan. Cooling type: Active (with fan). Cable management: Fixed. The Double Forward technology ensures greater efficiency and solid performance. Power supply form factor: ATX. The PROTON series power supplies from Chieftec are equipped with Double Forward technology, which guarantees high efficiency, long lifespan, and consistent, reliable performance. All PROTON power supplies are 80 PLUS Bronze certified and meet the requirements for ENERGY STAR 5.0 and higher standards. Double Forward switch-mode power supplies achieve optimal efficiency thanks to high-quality capacitors. The benefits are clear: you save energy, enjoy higher efficiency, and solid performance that enhances the longevity of all installed components. The 80 PLUS Bronze certification of this power supply guarantees that at 100% load, an efficiency of at least 81% is achieved. This means that less of the input energy is converted into heat, resulting in less heat generation, lower energy consumption, and therefore reduced ventilation needs.