Water block + Backplate Aquatuning GmbH 13058 Acetal Copper Black 63mm 73mm 21mm

The Alphacool Core XP³ Acetal light is a compact CPU water block with matching backplate compatible with current mainstream AMD and Intel sockets. Constructed with an acetal top and a nickel-plated copper radiator base, it combines Alphacool build quality with a design focused on effective heat transfer within a small footprint (63 × 73 × 21 mm).

Advantages

The radiator bottom uses a 56 × 56 mm surface with a cross-slot structure and thin 0.4 × 1 mm pins that allow coolant to flow through an enlarged contact area, improving heat uptake. The pin area of approximately 27.6 × 37.6 mm covers most mainstream CPU dies for consistent cooling performance. A multi-slotted nozzle plate is matched to the base plate to optimise water flow and inlet distribution. The package includes a preconfigured mounting bracket and a clearly illustrated manual to simplify installation.

Suitable for

• Mainstream Intel and AMD CPU sockets
• Compact desktop systems requiring efficient CPU cooling
• Water-cooling loop upgrades where space and price are considerations

Key specifications

• Type: Water block + Backplate
• Materials: Acetal top, nickel-plated copper radiator bottom
• Contact area (radiator bottom): 56 × 56 mm
• Pin dimensions: 0.4 × 1 mm
• Pin area: ~27.6 × 37.6 mm
• Dimensions (W × D × H): 63 × 73 × 21 mm
• Weight: 0.113 kg
• Colour: Black
• MPN: 13058, EAN: 4250197130585

How to use

Place the mounting bracket over the water block and pre-assemble the mounting screws onto the bracket. Position the assembly on the CPU and tighten the screws to secure the water block and backplate. Connect the block into your custom water-cooling loop using appropriate fittings and tubing, then fill and bleed the loop following standard water-cooling procedures. Refer to the included illustrated manual for step-by-step installation guidance and torque recommendations.

Recommendations

Use corrosion-inhibiting coolant compatible with nickel-plated copper and acetal components, and verify compatibility of fittings and tubing diameters before installation. Perform leak testing after assembly and monitor temperatures after first use to confirm correct operation.