Akasa Introduces Kepler: A Fanless 2U Rackmount Case for Silent, Reliable Industrial Computing
Akasa, renowned for its advanced thermal management solutions, has unveiled the Kepler—a 2U rack-mountable, fanless chassis engineered for microATX and Mini-ITX motherboards. Designed to deliver passive cooling for Intel Core (12th to 14th Gen) and Core Ultra (15th Gen) processors up to 35W TDP, the Kepler integrates a robust 150W fanless ATX power supply. This makes it an ideal choice for industrial servers, control systems, telecommunications, and broadcasting environments where silent operation and reliability are paramount.
Advanced Passive Cooling for Modern Intel Platforms
The Kepler case is compatible with motherboards featuring Intel LGA1851 and LGA1700 sockets, supporting the latest Intel Core and Core Ultra CPUs with a thermal design power of up to 35W. Its fully fanless architecture leverages a high-performance aluminum thermal module and dual copper heatpipes, efficiently channeling heat from the CPU to external aluminum fins. This design maximizes surface area for rapid heat dissipation, ensuring stable performance without the need for moving parts or active cooling.
Integrated 150W Fanless Power Supply
At the heart of the Kepler is a 150W fanless AC-to-DC ATX power supply, purpose-built for silent and dependable operation. The PSU delivers multi-voltage outputs (+3.3V, +5V, +5V standby, +12V, -12V) and supports a wide AC input range (90-264 VAC), accommodating diverse global power standards. With an operational temperature range from -10°C to 70°C and up to 83% efficiency, the power supply features Class D active power factor correction for optimal energy use.
Comprehensive protection mechanisms—including over-voltage, over-temperature, and short-circuit safeguards—ensure the safety of both the PSU and connected components. The unit complies with BS IEC 62368-1 and UL 62368-1 ITE safety standards, and meets EMI EN 55022 Class B requirements for minimal electromagnetic interference, making it suitable for sensitive electronic environments.
Comprehensive Connectivity and Global Compatibility
The Kepler includes essential connectors such as the ATX 24-pin main connector, 4+4-pin CPU connector, SATA power connector, and a mains plug power cord. It is available with EU, UK, and US plug types, with additional configurations available upon request to meet specific regional requirements.
Ideal Applications for the Kepler Fanless Case
Engineered for environments where reliability, low noise, and passive cooling are critical, the Kepler is well-suited for:
- Industrial automation and control systems
- Embedded computing and server applications
- Audio-visual and broadcasting equipment
- Telecommunications infrastructure
- Medical and laboratory instrumentation
- NAS and RAID storage systems
The fanless design minimizes mechanical wear and vibration, ensuring quiet, long-term stability even under continuous operation.
Customization and Availability
The Kepler is available as a made-to-order solution, with Akasa offering project support and customization options tailored to commercial and industrial requirements. This flexibility allows organizations to optimize the Kepler platform for their specific application needs, ensuring maximum performance and reliability in mission-critical deployments.
