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Thailand, Bangkok
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Review on ORICO 2.5 Inch SSD SATA to 3.5 Inch HDD Adapter Converter Mounting Bracket Caddy Tray Compatible with 7/9.5/12.5mm Internal Drives and SSDs featuring SATA III Interface (Model 1125SS) by Ruth Hosey

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Why rely on PLASTIK for radiator fins?!?! This can lead to premature failure of the drive.

While they appear to be very durable and of high quality (which is why they get 2 stars instead of 1), they are PLASTIC. it is given as ABS, about halfway (in the middle) of all other important information. Why heat fins? Is there a basic misconception about how heat transfer works in metal and is used to keep things cool? They should be as they are ABS but the manufacturer has gone to great lengths to shape the fins and all the extra time and expense that comes with it. My opinion (and that's what you get by reading this review) is that they were either added to mislead us; because the manufacturer does not understand thermodynamics; or because they look neat. In any case, my technical background in building high-end systems and thermal management tells me not to use them and I'm sending them back. Especially if they are metal, you can use them. If they're plastic, you'll need an open-mold version that allows airflow from the bottom of the actuator.

Pros
  • Everything is fine!
Cons
  • Expensive