The front of the box
Thermalright's packaging is always very understated and this is no different to the norm. The box is a standard cardboard packaging with a plain brown look and the Thermalright logo printed on the front. There is little other information printed so we can assume that the reason is for cost cutting measures. My only complaint is the lack of a specifications table or feature list for potential buyers, but given that most sales would be online, it is understandable. The box is smaller than the Silver Arrow's.
Opening the box
Just like with the Silver Arrow, upon opening the box, we are greeted with a few leaflets detailing the bundled content and installation procedure for Intel systems, and a Thermalright sticker. The top of the cooler is protected by a thin foam patch.
The interior packaging
Inside, the cooler is neatly wrapped in a plastic bag enclosed thickly by foam for extra security during transit. The box containing all the installation kit is situated on the side and at the near side of the box is a free screwdriver to help during installation.
The bundle packaging and documentation
Apart from the cooler itself, the package holds the installation manual and assembly kit list, a white box with the mounting kit and a Thermalright sticker. The installation guide is only for Intel due to the lack of support for AMD without an extra mounting bracket.
The cooler and bundle
The heatsink is nicely packaged inside a plastic cover for extra protection against damage. The assembly package retains all the installation kit including 4 fan clips, two designed for 120mm fans and another two for 140mm fans. Only 25mm thick fans are supported, not surprising considering the heatsink is designed for low RPM fans. A complimentary screwdriver is also provided due to the unique installation method associated with the heatsink. The screwdriver is constructed by "Xiongliwang" and is advertised with a magnetic tip. It's effectiveness was questionable throughout my time using it but the screwdriver is a tremendous addition.
The fan packaging
Unlike the Silver Arrow, the HR-02 isn't bundled with its own fan but the Thermalright TR TY-140 is highly recommended. The fan comes boxed in a typical brown package and nothing else is bundled with the 140mm PWM fan. At least the back of the box does contain information on its features and specifications. The box itself does appear to be recycled material so it's good to see Thermalright being environmentally conscious.
The TR TY-140 fan and specifications
The TR TY-140 is a very unique fan both in form factor and aesthetics. Its military green and blue colour scheme is not something that will appeal to many due to it not matching any other component out there. But for those searching for performance, the fan boasts impressive features and specifications. The design uses an irregular shape that doesn't adhere to the more common square or circular shapes most fans are regularly found in. Instead it has a 160x140mm dimension whereby two opposite sides are straight and the other two are semi-circular. The fan fittings are the same as 120mm fans to ensure compatibility with other coolers or cases, although the shape has to be taken into account prior to installation. The seven bladed fan uses a propeller design to maximise airflow whilst reducing noise levels. Thanks to PWM functionality, they can operate between 900 and 1300RPM. The braided cable is an excellent finishing touch that adds class to the product. It would have been welcoming to see some brackets for 140mm fan fittings.
| TR TY-140 Fan Specifications •Fan dimension: Length 160x140x26.5mm (LxHxW) •Fan weight: 140g •Fan speed: 900-1300RPM (PWM) •Fan noise level: 19-21dBA •Fan Airflow: 56-73CFM |
