LIAN LI Introduces a New PSU Form Factor for Dual Chamber Cases with the EDGE Series

[Nomad76]

LIAN LI, a leading manufacturer of computer chassis and accessories, has introduced a new form factor for power supplies. The EDGE series is designed for vertical installation in dual-chamber PC cases. This premium-grade, fully modular power supply features a unique T-shape design for easy cable management. It also includes a built-in USB expansion hub for seamless connectivity of RGB devices, fans, and controllers. With industrial-grade EPCOS capacitors, it ensures reliable and stable performance. The PSUs come with a unique custom-designed dual-colored 12VHPWR connector and custom-designed SATA power cabling. Certified to PCIe 5.1 and ATX12V Version 3.1 standards, the EDGE series is rated 80 Plus Platinum, Cybenetics Platinum, and PPLP Platinum. The LIAN LI EDGE PSU is available in black and white as 1300 W, 1000 W and 850 W models.

A New Form Factor
The EDGE power supply series has a versatile T-shaped design for vertical installation in dual chamber cases. It features an outward-facing modular strip for easier access, simplifying wiring for a clean setup. The PSU includes a built-in 4-port USB expansion hub for seamless connectivity of RGB devices, fans, and controllers. This reduces the number of wires going to the motherboard, making installation easier. The power supply also showcases an embossed mesh design with 66.9% porosity, paired with a 120 mm fan for optimal heat dissipation while maintaining a clean appearance.





Certified Quality
The EDGE uses industrial-quality EPCOS capacitors and Japanese capacitors. The EPCOS capacitors are small and robust, able to handle temperature spikes, vibrations, harsh environments, and broader temperature ranges. This results in increased durability and longevity for the EDGE. It also includes protections such as OCP, OVP, OTP, OPP, SCP, and UVP. The power supplies have ratings of 80 Plus Platinum, Cybenetics Platinum, and PPLP Platinum, ensuring top efficiency and performance. The EDGE is supported by a 10-year warranty, offering exceptional reliability and durability.

Custom Cables
The EDGE includes high-quality braided sleeved cables for the 20+4 pin, CPU, PCIe 6+2 pin, and 12V-2x6 (12VHPWR) connectors. The carefully braided cables and pre-installed cable combs make it easy for users to create tidy cable runs. The 12VHPWR cables feature custom-molded 12+4 connectors for reliable power delivery, and their dual-color shell indicates the correct insertion. The cable design ensures durability and safety, thanks to thicker, stronger terminals with lower contact resistance and a robust wire-to-terminal soldering process. The EDGE also provides SATA power cables, including a Y-Type SATA cable suitable for reaching drives and controllers located far apart, and a 300 mm Close-Type with 15 mm spacing, making it convenient to connect multiple devices with minimal cable clutter.



Availability and Pricing
The LIAN LI EDGE PSUs are available starting July 5th, 2024, with the exception of the 850 W models, which will be released later. LIAN LI EDGE 1300 W is available at $229.99 (Black) / $239.99 (White), while the EDGE 1000 W is priced at $189.99 (Black) / $199.99 (White).

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[ymdhis]

This form factor would make sense for SFX power supplies, for ATX it is kind of pointless.

 

[Asni]

Manufacturers are trying to reduce length to maximize case compatibility and Lian Li releases a 182mm long psu.
If you place it with the fan pulling air from the inside just because of the aesthetics, you should stay away from computers.

 

[Caring1]

JayZ2Cent made a video of this and it makes total sense, except in a "normal" ATX case where it has to be installed upside down with the connectors and fan facing up.
Even then it looks good and gives easy access to all connectors.

 

[Chomiq]

JayZ2Cent made a video of this and it makes total sense, except in a "normal" ATX case where it has to be installed upside down with the connectors and fan facing up.
Even then it looks good and gives easy access to all connectors.

Except the cables they ship the PSU with were kinda on the short side in that orientation.

 

[Dristun]

Just by looking at the photographs provided... I don't get it. They should include something explaining how is this much better with the press release.

 

[AnarchoPrimitiv]

Just by looking at the photographs provided... I don't get it. They should include something explaining how is this much better with the press release.

I feel the same way...they should show it in the case....either way, I feel like it doesn't offer much.

 

[Dragokar]

I wish they would also offer a fan-down variant

 

[TheDeeGee]

JayZ2Cent made a video of this and it makes total sense, except in a "normal" ATX case where it has to be installed upside down with the connectors and fan facing up.
Even then it looks good and gives easy access to all connectors.

Even in a regular ATX case facing it with the fan up is better for the PSU, as all the heat get's naturally released through the fan intake, which in turn will almost never turn it on compared to when it's faced down causing heat to be trapped.

I wish they would also offer a fan-down variant

Not really ideal due to the PCB layout.

 

[toooooot]

Would be a bit more helpful if the article included a picture with practical application. I tried to imagine this in my head, and I could not

 

[Dragokar]

Even in a regular ATX case facing it with the fan up is better for the PSU, as all the heat get's naturally released through the fan intake, which in turn will almost never turn it on compared to when it's faced down causing heat to be trapped.


Not really ideal due to the PCB layout.

Yeah, but not impossible to do so.

 

[Neo_Morpheus]

Not sure how this design helps.

Personally, i have always been a fan of the 1U/Flex design PSU.
That form-factor allowed the fantastic Shuttle XPC back in the day.

 

[Nomad76]

Would be a bit more helpful if the article included a picture with practical application. I tried to imagine this in my head, and I could not

Here are some pics..

 

[DaemonForce]

USB link? I'm trying to imagine how this works.
It's a very specific product. Probably not for me.
Very cool design though. Maybe in a few years.

 

[Ferrum Master]

It really can shine in some very specific cases, especially smaller ones.

What they did wrong here... is to make the wall wented. If you free up the space, make it a mesh and make it so it acts also in the cooling. Even if the fan is off, but when building positive pressure builds this path would matter. The whole group of USB pinouts is a mistake, putting it in the middle, just one side column... not horizontal, but vertical.

 

[DeathtoGnomes]

What a cool looking PSU....

 

[ypsylon]

USB link? I'm trying to imagine how this works.
It's a very specific product. Probably not for me.
Very cool design though. Maybe in a few years.

USB link solves two issues. It provides RGB signal (if applicable) and other data (fan RPM if L-Connect now support this as a kind of primitive SMB header known from servers for monitoring intelligent redundant PSUs) while also acting as an USB 4-way hub.

Biggest problem today is that a lot of boards have only 1 USB2 10 pin header which in many cases is very problematic. For workstation boards where you put GPU in last slot it's pain the back side to plug USB device to the motherboard under GPU. With this you need one cable and no need to think how the heck to plug more USB devices if you have only single mobo header.

 

[trsttte]

I wanted to like this and think of ways to justify it's use in a regular ATX case but this image kills it for me:

Even on the o11 case this was designed for the connector arrangement is pretty pointless, you're increasing the psu lenght and have to bend the cables more than with a regular psu. It seems dumb to me

 

[Caring1]

Even on the o11 case this was designed for the connector arrangement is pretty pointless, you're increasing the psu lenght and have to bend the cables more than with a regular psu. It seems dumb to me

They should have made all the cables with right angle connectors to keep it neat.
But then they limit how many can fit.

 

[nguyen]

I prefer Corsair Shift series PSU

 

[micropage7]

basically smaller PSU with add on that eat space like normal PSU

 

[Broken Processor]

USB link? I'm trying to imagine how this works.
It's a very specific product. Probably not for me.
Very cool design though. Maybe in a few years.

It used to be very niche but I'd say it's a life saver for anyone running a lot of RGB or Aquacomputer product's I'll be getting one for this purpose asap.

 

[Ivan Bliminse]

That, is a great idea !

 

[Franzen4Real]

Even on the o11 case this was designed for the connector arrangement is pretty pointless, you're increasing the psu lenght and have to bend the cables more than with a regular psu. It seems dumb to me

I'm thinking the same. I have an O11D Mini and I do not see how this would make building easier/cleaner in any way with the exception of the RGB/USB headers. I would much prefer the cables coming through the back of the motherboard try to run straight to the side of the PSU, not bending them 90 degrees at the connector. There is no gain here, it's either a wash or it's worse, plus you're stuck with a niche form factor PSU.