I can feel you.
So, you are wondering:
Are PSU cables universal?
Read this post till the end to get a definitive answer and clear all your confusion.
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The section below will answer those questions.
What is a PSU?
Power Supply Unit, in short PSU, provides your motherboard and all the necessary PC components with power.
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What are the types of PSU?
There are three types of PSU: Non-modular, Semi-modular, and Modular.
Semi-modular has some of the necessary cables built-in with the option of inserting more power cables if needed.
It creates a bridge between Non-modular and Modular PSUs.
Although, they must use the cables which come with the PSU.
Modular PSUs are for the people who are concerned with cable management, aesthetics, and future upgrades.
You may also ask:
So what exactly is a PSU cable?
The cable that connects your PSU to the motherboard and other components in your CPU is the PSU cable.
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What cable does a PSU use?
CPU cable is usually 4-pin or 8-pin, depending on your machines motherboard socket and processors pin requirement.
Hence, this cable powers your motherboards socket and processor.
SATA power cable is used to power your drives: HDD, SSD, and Optical drives.
PCIe/ VGA cable is used to power your graphics card and sometimes your sound card too.
In older PSUs/PCs, there is another bang out of cable calledMolexcable.
This cable is used to power the fans and lights of your PC.
It is not needed in modern computers anymore.
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Are PSU cables interchangeable?
In general, PSU cables are not interchangeable.
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Can you mix and match PSU cables?
PSU cables should not be mixed and matched.
So you ask:
Are Corsair PSU cables interchangeable?
It depends on the compatibility of the cable.
Corsairs website has a compatibility table that shows what punch in of cable is compatible with what model.
Are Modular PSU cables universal?
No, they arent.
The PSU end of a PSU is proprietary and not standardized.
Hence, it varies from brand to brand, model to model.
You may ask:
Why are PSU cables not standardized?
The PSU manufacturers want to differentiate themselves.
They are selling a product that should be able to use the cables it includes.
Do all the PSUs have the same cables?
No, all PSUs dont have the same cables.
Can you use cables from different PSUs?
In general,no.
Its a somewhat complicated process, and it is better to avoid the risk entirely.
Can I use Corsair PSU cables on Thermaltake PSU?
No, you cant use Corsair PSU cables on Thermaltake PSU as they are incompatible.
It is very rare for PSUs from different brands to have the same pin setup.
Using Corsair PSU cables on any other Thermaltake may cause irreversible damage to your PC.
Can you use old PSU cables with the new PSU?
Sometimes, the same series but newer version of PSU can have a different pin layout.
You have to verify the current cables are wired the same way and are compatible with your new PSU.
I would advise you to use the new cables that came with your new PSU.
Can I replace my PSU cable?
you might get some custom-made cables from online customised cable stores likecable-modetc.
The more you need, the more expensive it is.
Heck, you could just get a new PSU with that money.
Better safe than sorry.
Can I change the PSU power cable?
Yes, you could.
Where to Buy PSU Cables?
The best place to buy PSU cables is from the same manufacturer store where you bought your PSU.
Online stores like Cable-mod and icemodz are good online stores to customize PSU cables based on your PSU brand/model.
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