This is a one of the GREATEST videos on the Internet for DIY RGB PC builders. I cannot thank you enough for taking the time to do this. It will save me hours and hours of research to do it myself.
thank you! I'm familiar with crimping atx pins, and actually have one of the best crimpers. all I need are the housings and pins!! Thank you! Corsair rib cable management is a nightmare!!! this will help me make neater runs and put all the hubs anywhere I want. I wish I had these now as I knicked one of my QL120 rgb wire and I had to cut and solder. Thanks!!!!!
Just recently starting needing these myself and found this vid , I know its been a year since its posting but thanks for the 411, much needed help for a big oversight!
Thanks for this. I thought I was going crazy that I was missing a 3pin female to female connector for in between my RGB hub and node pro. I'll be making one of these soon! Thanks for the links too
I tried crimping these connectors using 22AWG 4 circuit and an MDPC crimping tool, with not much luck. Whilst the connections are Max rated for 22AWG, they have a very tough time going into the connectors, often breaking and causing you to cut the cable and redo all four. So, as you said originally, I think better to use 24AWG!
Thanks For the video I have been looking all week for the molex connector housings for corsairs RGB within 5mins of your video everything I needed to know so just ordered a rake of 4pin connectors and 3 pin connectors now I just got rewire some other rgb fans and strips and test if they will work with Lighting node and commander pro. Thanks Again
Thanks man, my situation is I have an open ThermalTake P5 case and my cat decided to go in and chew through my rgb wires X-D. luckily it was only those.
£38 for a node pro extension pack just for the 2 extension cables I need, or less than a tenner thanks to you kind sir :) Good video, thanks for uploading it
That'd be an adapter and YES. The Phanteks strips use JST-SM connectors and come with a motherboard ARGB to JST-SM adapter. So you can use either the JST-SM Adapters (piratedog.tech/products/corsair-rgb-to-jst-sm-addressable-rgb-adapter) or the Motherboard Adapters (piratedog.tech/products/corsair-rgb-to-aura-mystic-light-motherboard-a-rgb-adapter / piratedog.tech/products/corsair-rgb-fan-to-aura-mystic-light-motherboard-a-rgb-adapter).
For anyone in Europe having hard time finding the connectors and pins, even in the suggested website in the forum, Take a look at mouser, was way easier to find.
great video. were are you sourcing the parts amazon or aliexpress? As well as your store good opportunity for some affiliate links here. Corsair RGB is a disaster delayed my PC build twice because the stuff doesn't come with enough cable or any type of extensions.
Hi. i don't want to use corsair's controller. I have arduino to power it pu but, even if this is an argb fan it has 4 pin connector! So i don't understand how i should connect it! do ypu know the pinout? in classic ARGB we have e pins -> ground, 5 volts, data..... but here?!? 4 pin -> what are your ideas?
Actually, "classic" ARGB is +5V, Data, Ground. The fans have a "Data Out" line that is used to pass signal to the next fan. This allows all of the fans to be addressed individually. The pinout is +5V, Data Out [From Fan], Data In [To Fan], Ground.
@@Dev-Biker you saved my life!! :) So i can connect the data out of a fan to the data in of another fan and command all the fans with just one digital output!? This is wonderfull!
@@BestemmieDraconiche You absolutely could do that. That is, in fact, exactly what the fan hub does. You'd need to be careful, however, as the fans can take a bit of current, especially the LL fans.
@@BestemmieDraconiche The current available via different connections, power bricks and/or devices is not unlimited. Each LED uses current when lit. So you cannot put a gazillions devices on any power source and expect it to "just work". You need to keep the overall power requirements in mind and make sure that the power supplied will handle it. This also goes for the cables that you use; specific gauges of cables are rated for a max level of current with the Molex headers.
Hey DevBiker. If I wanted to make a 5v 3-pin (ASUS), to a 4-Pin molex (Corsair Commander) is that possible? And if so, how would I wire it differently? Just leave out a blue or green wire?
Awesome video thank you! You happen to know if there’s a way to control non Corsair light strips with the Corsair lighting node? I figure it should work with an adapter right?
Hey, really good video! I wondered if you knew the parts required if I want to cut the rgb cables of my EK Vardar evo fans to make custom length RGB cables? These are the standard 4pin, but I cannot find any of the female connectors required. I noted you said you had custom rgb extenders, did you make these?
You can get any 4-pin RGB extension cable. The male connectors are just a set of pins that you plug into the female connector. They are pretty widely available so no, I don't custom make them.
DevBiker thanks for replying! I’ve looked at buying any rgb extension cables, but to make a custom length one it looks like I need to cut the rgb wire a few cm from the female end and solder new wire on to the end right? My OCD will kill me as the join will be a big bump in the wire and I haven’t figured out a way to make it look pretty yet. Was hoping I could find female RGB ends that I could just solder my wire on to
@@cpjmmxiii8243 Well, you can just get the headers, cut your custom length and then solder the headers on. You can get inexpensive, single-end RGB cables where the cover for the connector comes off and you can directly solder there. It's tedious, to be sure, and more involved than simply crimping to a custom size.
I'm under the impression that despite the Corsair RGB HUB using 4 pin connectors I won't be able to plugin for talking sake of a 4 pin connector from an Antec fan, I thought all RGB connectors would follow the layout of < P G B R > ? If so is it possible to rewire the Antec cables to a Corsair connector and have them work ? ? ? ?
@@piratedogtech5910 Thanks, any and all insight is much appreciated. I tried Discord about several times in the last two days and got no answers. I decided to get Antec Prizm X 120 ARGB Fan because they're rated at a higher speed with a lower decibel, I've been told by 3 different people that the fan speed will be controllable from the Command PRO but with a 3 pin ARGB, I'm guessing I will need to take up more space in my case with the separate RGB controller. Do you think it might damage the fans or controller if I test to see if the 5vARGB is compatible with the 5vDRGB ? ? ? Or should I just use the separate controller for both fan speed and LED control ?
@@kraig800i Which Discord server did you try? Might I suggest Corsair Case Owner's Club? Even if you don't own a Corsair case ... "ARGB" and "DRGB" are typically the same - Addressable RGB and Digital RGB - but with different nomenclature. If it's compatible with Aura/Mystic Light (and those are) and addressable, then they are WS2812B LEDs - and the same that Corsair uses. Be careful chasing specs. There is no standard for the measurements of those specs by the manufacturers. Speed isn't everything; you don't usually run at full speed. And they don't give you an idea of what the CFM or static pressure is across the range of the fan's supported speeds. These stats are, unfortunately, difficult to find.
@@piratedogtech5910 hmmm can't seem to find that discord. . . I was @BuildaPC discord. It has the full specs on the listing and quiet a few You|Tubers seem to have positive reviews about them. I know the fan speed isn't the be all and end all but a max rpm difference of 1000rpms more for the same price kind of rubbed me up the wrong way towards Corsair's £45 "budget" option. www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B08JQ9PBDS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Could I use a 3 pin adapter cable to connect something like a CoolerMaster MF120R ARGB fan directly to the JCORSAIR header on my MSI motherboard, or do you always need a Corsair hub connected to the JCORSAIR motherboard header which then links in the ARGB devices? Thanks
Brilliant thanks, I may have a go at the DIY option above first as shipping from the states makes a single lead rather expensive unfortunately, there's UK sources for the molex connectors now (Farnell, RS Components, Mouser etc) so I can get the parts for a couple of pounds.
Wouldn't work, unless I'm missing something. The solderless connectors that I've seen are for 5050 (4-wire, analog RGB) LEDs. Corsair uses WS2812 (3-wire, digital RGB). Unless I'm missing something ...
So ... I did some digging and did find some solderless 3-pin RGB connectors. Should be workable as long as the pinouts are the same and the LEDs are WS2812. Do you have a specific application in mind?
@@Dev-Biker Didn't get a notif that you replied, but i just received my 3 pin rgb lights, and i basically did exactly what i mentioned and it works as a charm, application would be to be able to extend at a cheaper price because tbh, 30 usd for 40 leds, is kinda expensive, i can just get 60 leds for like 10 usd
also, you would need to mention, that you can only use it by 10's, untill 60, basically only would work if you got 10 20 30 40 50 or 60 leds per lane, it wont work if you get 27 or 108, because if you go over 60 you can't specify it in the program, and having a non X0 number will make it flicker and not have the animations display correct
@@Edaurd That's only true if you configure them as strips. You can configure them as an HD or LL fan as well. The effects will be a little different - Pong, I imagine, would be quite odd - but HD fans have 12 LEDs each and LL Fans have 16. So with 6 LL fans, you'd have a total of 96 LEDs. That said, more than 60 and you run a risk of blowing a fuse unless you provide power separately.
Thanks for the video DevBiker I would like to know if it's posssible to make a custom wire to plug phanteks rgb (Evolv X rgb) to corsair ecosytem ? Because I was dumb enough to mix two rgb ecosystem just because i liked the parts. But now I really like the corsair ecosytem and I would like to plug in my phanteks evolv x in a commander pro to control all rgb from my corsair keyboard.. Here is my system Case Phanteks Evolv X Mb Asus maximus X code Cpu i7 8086k Aio Corsair 115i pro Case Fan 6x Corsair LL fan Keyboard Corsair k95
Hmmm ... I looked at these and it should be possible. That is assuming, however, that they are WS2812B LEDs (but by all appearances, they are). I'd have to see if I could dig up the connector for that cable but, TBH, it might be simpler to just replace the connector on the Phanteks strips instead. In iCue, you'd configure each single Phanteks strip as 3 Corsair RGB strips. And you'd want to limit it to 2 Phanteks strips per NoPro channel. Now ... another option might be to connect the Phanteks controller to the NoPro - essentially, it'd be like a fan hub as it has its own power source. Then you might be able to configure it as 6 LL Fans (96 LEDs vs 90 for the Phanteks strips). However, some effects may be somewhat wonky should you do that - things like sequential likely wouldn't be.
@@Dev-Biker So if I buy this extension cable (www.amazon.ca/Phanteks-PH-DRGB_SKT-Digital-Starter-Controller/dp/B07C1VDYNG?th=1) and cut one end, cramp molex 50-57-9403 and Molex 16-02-0102 as per your post(forum.corsair.com/v3/showthread.php?t=174759) and connect it to the NoPro. in the evolv X case, ; leds are powered by sata cables. the 2 strip of led in evolv x are daisy chain. (don't think I need to buy phanteks rgb controller hub) Do I will need to connect only 2 wires : digital and ground from phanteks wire to the NoPro? and which one goes where? I'm a little scared to fuck things up... Can you help me figure this out ?
@@martinallard4799 That sounds right. Of course, since I don't have the devices, I can't confirm that. As for the Corsair Pin Out - on the LNP, Pin 1 is +5V (this has the arrow on the connectors), Pin 2 is Data and Pin 3 is Ground.
@@Dev-Biker thx anyway for your time, videos and posts, really appreciated!!! I ordered molex connector and crimping tool, phanteks wire. let you know how i will do.. in 2 weeks when i'll receive all my stuff
It depends on the gauge of the cable. The higher gauge, the shorter the max length. I've made cables up to 20' long with 22 AWG, which is the thickest that'll work with the Molex-SL headers. For that length, 24 AWG *worked* but had significant voltage drop due to resistance, resulting in a noticeable dimming of the LEDs. The 22 AWG cable had much less drop and nice, bright strips at the end ... all of this is due to the lower resistance ... Ohm's Law at work. I carry 10' cables in the store that are made with 22 AWG and they work well.
You should point out that parts (Molex connectors) are only available in USA. To have them delivered to Europe (where they are only available as wholesale products) costs $30 for $2 worth of parts. Another shining beacon of American greed.
EU Source: www.reichelt.de/ (provided by a member on the Corsair forum). You can get them from China as well; last I checked ModDIY also carried them though they don't list them as "Molex SL series". Not sure if the reason that European shops don't carry it is "American greed" either. That's something of a stretch but if you wanna roll with that, have at it.
What a F*ing HERO. I thought it was a long shot that I'd find a video let alone every model number for the connectors I need. YOU DA MAN
This is a one of the GREATEST videos on the Internet for DIY RGB PC builders. I cannot thank you enough for taking the time to do this. It will save me hours and hours of research to do it myself.
thank you! I'm familiar with crimping atx pins, and actually have one of the best crimpers. all I need are the housings and pins!! Thank you! Corsair rib cable management is a nightmare!!! this will help me make neater runs and put all the hubs anywhere I want. I wish I had these now as I knicked one of my QL120 rgb wire and I had to cut and solder. Thanks!!!!!
Just recently starting needing these myself and found this vid , I know its been a year since its posting but thanks for the 411, much needed help for a big oversight!
Thanks for this. I thought I was going crazy that I was missing a 3pin female to female connector for in between my RGB hub and node pro.
I'll be making one of these soon! Thanks for the links too
Thank you for this, getting ready to do a full custom build and need to drastically shorten the cables for the hub and node.
I tried crimping these connectors using 22AWG 4 circuit and an MDPC crimping tool, with not much luck. Whilst the connections are Max rated for 22AWG, they have a very tough time going into the connectors, often breaking and causing you to cut the cable and redo all four.
So, as you said originally, I think better to use 24AWG!
Thanks For the video I have been looking all week for the molex connector housings for corsairs RGB within 5mins of your video everything I needed to know so just ordered a rake of 4pin connectors and 3 pin connectors now I just got rewire some other rgb fans and strips and test if they will work with Lighting node and commander pro. Thanks Again
did it work?
nice one need to sort this need 2 leads, been of the forum for years did not no you had a utube channel
Very informative! RGB = FPS!!!
Thanks man, my situation is I have an open ThermalTake P5 case and my cat decided to go in and chew through my rgb wires X-D. luckily it was only those.
£38 for a node pro extension pack just for the 2 extension cables I need, or less than a tenner thanks to you kind sir :) Good video, thanks for uploading it
Hey man, nice video! but is it also possible to use jumper cables to connect Phanteks neon rgb strip to the node pro?
That'd be an adapter and YES. The Phanteks strips use JST-SM connectors and come with a motherboard ARGB to JST-SM adapter. So you can use either the JST-SM Adapters (piratedog.tech/products/corsair-rgb-to-jst-sm-addressable-rgb-adapter) or the Motherboard Adapters (piratedog.tech/products/corsair-rgb-to-aura-mystic-light-motherboard-a-rgb-adapter / piratedog.tech/products/corsair-rgb-fan-to-aura-mystic-light-motherboard-a-rgb-adapter).
For anyone in Europe having hard time finding the connectors and pins, even in the suggested website in the forum, Take a look at mouser, was way easier to find.
Ah! I didn't realize that Mouser had EU locations. Definitely a good option.
@@piratedogtech5910 Not sure about locations, but the EU website states an adress in Munich, which i guess is where they ship from
Thanks for video, I was going to make just one cable, but then I decide to support you and purchase a cable instead. Maybe next time :)
There is an arrow on pin 1 which should be ground by convention.
@DevBiker Hi, is it possible to make an RGB extension for the QL 120 fans out of 4-Pin PWM fan extensions? Thanks.
You'd have to replace the connectors, of course but yes, it's possible. Or you can just buy some from piratedog.tech.
great video. were are you sourcing the parts amazon or aliexpress? As well as your store good opportunity for some affiliate links here. Corsair RGB is a disaster delayed my PC build twice because the stuff doesn't come with enough cable or any type of extensions.
Hi. i don't want to use corsair's controller. I have arduino to power it pu but, even if this is an argb fan it has 4 pin connector! So i don't understand how i should connect it! do ypu know the pinout? in classic ARGB we have e pins -> ground, 5 volts, data..... but here?!? 4 pin ->
what are your ideas?
Actually, "classic" ARGB is +5V, Data, Ground.
The fans have a "Data Out" line that is used to pass signal to the next fan. This allows all of the fans to be addressed individually. The pinout is +5V, Data Out [From Fan], Data In [To Fan], Ground.
@@Dev-Biker you saved my life!! :) So i can connect the data out of a fan to the data in of another fan and command all the fans with just one digital output!? This is wonderfull!
@@BestemmieDraconiche You absolutely could do that. That is, in fact, exactly what the fan hub does. You'd need to be careful, however, as the fans can take a bit of current, especially the LL fans.
@@Dev-Biker what do you mean exactly?
@@BestemmieDraconiche The current available via different connections, power bricks and/or devices is not unlimited. Each LED uses current when lit. So you cannot put a gazillions devices on any power source and expect it to "just work". You need to keep the overall power requirements in mind and make sure that the power supplied will handle it. This also goes for the cables that you use; specific gauges of cables are rated for a max level of current with the Molex headers.
Two thumbs up. Very helpful video.
Are these the parts I would need to make a custom length jumper cable for connecting standard 5050 rgb led light strips?
Big like ! can u make a cable for Fan hub >USB?
I can not find these connectors, could you please update a link or more of a defined name to search for, thanks
Hey DevBiker. If I wanted to make a 5v 3-pin (ASUS), to a 4-Pin molex (Corsair Commander) is that possible? And if so, how would I wire it differently? Just leave out a blue or green wire?
Awesome video thank you! You happen to know if there’s a way to control non Corsair light strips with the Corsair lighting node? I figure it should work with an adapter right?
There are some limitations but it can be done. I actually have some available in the store. I've also made custom adapters for Barrows RGB.
Cool thank you
Hey, really good video!
I wondered if you knew the parts required if I want to cut the rgb cables of my EK Vardar evo fans to make custom length RGB cables? These are the standard 4pin, but I cannot find any of the female connectors required. I noted you said you had custom rgb extenders, did you make these?
You can get any 4-pin RGB extension cable. The male connectors are just a set of pins that you plug into the female connector. They are pretty widely available so no, I don't custom make them.
DevBiker thanks for replying! I’ve looked at buying any rgb extension cables, but to make a custom length one it looks like I need to cut the rgb wire a few cm from the female end and solder new wire on to the end right? My OCD will kill me as the join will be a big bump in the wire and I haven’t figured out a way to make it look pretty yet. Was hoping I could find female RGB ends that I could just solder my wire on to
@@cpjmmxiii8243 Well, you can just get the headers, cut your custom length and then solder the headers on. You can get inexpensive, single-end RGB cables where the cover for the connector comes off and you can directly solder there.
It's tedious, to be sure, and more involved than simply crimping to a custom size.
I'm under the impression that despite the Corsair RGB HUB using 4 pin connectors I won't be able to plugin for talking sake of a 4 pin connector from an Antec fan, I thought all RGB connectors would follow the layout of < P G B R > ? If so is it possible to rewire the Antec cables to a Corsair connector and have them work ? ? ? ?
Nope, the pinout for the Corsair fans is *not* < P G B R >. that's the configuration for 12V analog fans. The Corsair RGB is 5V Digital RGB.
@@piratedogtech5910
Thanks, any and all insight is much appreciated. I tried Discord about several times in the last two days and got no answers.
I decided to get Antec Prizm X 120 ARGB Fan because they're rated at a higher speed with a lower decibel, I've been told by 3 different people that the fan speed will be controllable from the Command PRO but with a 3 pin ARGB, I'm guessing I will need to take up more space in my case with the separate RGB controller.
Do you think it might damage the fans or controller if I test to see if the 5vARGB is compatible with the 5vDRGB ? ? ?
Or should I just use the separate controller for both fan speed and LED control ?
@@kraig800i Which Discord server did you try? Might I suggest Corsair Case Owner's Club? Even if you don't own a Corsair case ...
"ARGB" and "DRGB" are typically the same - Addressable RGB and Digital RGB - but with different nomenclature. If it's compatible with Aura/Mystic Light (and those are) and addressable, then they are WS2812B LEDs - and the same that Corsair uses.
Be careful chasing specs. There is no standard for the measurements of those specs by the manufacturers. Speed isn't everything; you don't usually run at full speed. And they don't give you an idea of what the CFM or static pressure is across the range of the fan's supported speeds. These stats are, unfortunately, difficult to find.
@@piratedogtech5910 hmmm can't seem to find that discord. . . I was @BuildaPC discord.
It has the full specs on the listing and quiet a few You|Tubers seem to have positive reviews about them. I know the fan speed isn't the be all and end all but a max rpm difference of 1000rpms more for the same price kind of rubbed me up the wrong way towards Corsair's £45 "budget" option.
www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B08JQ9PBDS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
when converting from corsair 4 pin to addressable rgb (aura for example) which of the pin can i exclude between 2 and 3? thanks
how to connect deepcool rgb fans to corsair rgb fan hub
What if I wanted to make a Y splitter cable?
Could I use a 3 pin adapter cable to connect something like a CoolerMaster MF120R ARGB fan directly to the JCORSAIR header on my MSI motherboard, or do you always need a Corsair hub connected to the JCORSAIR motherboard header which then links in the ARGB devices? Thanks
You could, yes. PirateDog Tech has just such an adapter too. ;)
Brilliant thanks, I may have a go at the DIY option above first as shipping from the states makes a single lead rather expensive unfortunately, there's UK sources for the molex connectors now (Farnell, RS Components, Mouser etc) so I can get the parts for a couple of pounds.
it would be nice if you could make something like corsair to solderless rgb cable for the node pro
Wouldn't work, unless I'm missing something. The solderless connectors that I've seen are for 5050 (4-wire, analog RGB) LEDs. Corsair uses WS2812 (3-wire, digital RGB). Unless I'm missing something ...
So ... I did some digging and did find some solderless 3-pin RGB connectors. Should be workable as long as the pinouts are the same and the LEDs are WS2812. Do you have a specific application in mind?
@@Dev-Biker Didn't get a notif that you replied, but i just received my 3 pin rgb lights, and i basically did exactly what i mentioned and it works as a charm, application would be to be able to extend at a cheaper price because tbh, 30 usd for 40 leds, is kinda expensive, i can just get 60 leds for like 10 usd
also, you would need to mention, that you can only use it by 10's, untill 60, basically only would work if you got 10 20 30 40 50 or 60 leds per lane, it wont work if you get 27 or 108, because if you go over 60 you can't specify it in the program, and having a non X0 number will make it flicker and not have the animations display correct
@@Edaurd That's only true if you configure them as strips. You can configure them as an HD or LL fan as well. The effects will be a little different - Pong, I imagine, would be quite odd - but HD fans have 12 LEDs each and LL Fans have 16. So with 6 LL fans, you'd have a total of 96 LEDs. That said, more than 60 and you run a risk of blowing a fuse unless you provide power separately.
I believe corsair cables are aluminum. The cable you spliced with for the extension is copper. Is it okay to mix copper and aluminum?
The Corsair cables are not aluminum. The are tinned copper. And yes, it's fine - the cables never touch directly anyway. Contact is with the pins.
Can I use a usb adaptor with this and if so where can I buy one
No, that wouldn't work.
@@piratedogtech5910 ok thanks
does this mean you can use a normal digital led strip with the lighting node pro?
You can use any WS2812B LED device with the LNP ... as long as you have the right adapter and configure iCUE correctly.
@@Dev-Biker Awesome, thanks so much for your reply!
Thanks for the video DevBiker
I would like to know if it's posssible to make a custom wire to plug phanteks rgb (Evolv X rgb) to corsair ecosytem ?
Because I was dumb enough to mix two rgb ecosystem just because i liked the parts. But now I really like the corsair ecosytem and I would like to plug in my phanteks evolv x in a commander pro to control all rgb from my corsair keyboard..
Here is my system
Case Phanteks Evolv X
Mb Asus maximus X code
Cpu i7 8086k
Aio Corsair 115i pro
Case Fan 6x Corsair LL fan
Keyboard Corsair k95
Hmmm ... I looked at these and it should be possible. That is assuming, however, that they are WS2812B LEDs (but by all appearances, they are). I'd have to see if I could dig up the connector for that cable but, TBH, it might be simpler to just replace the connector on the Phanteks strips instead. In iCue, you'd configure each single Phanteks strip as 3 Corsair RGB strips. And you'd want to limit it to 2 Phanteks strips per NoPro channel.
Now ... another option might be to connect the Phanteks controller to the NoPro - essentially, it'd be like a fan hub as it has its own power source. Then you might be able to configure it as 6 LL Fans (96 LEDs vs 90 for the Phanteks strips). However, some effects may be somewhat wonky should you do that - things like sequential likely wouldn't be.
@@Dev-Biker So if I buy this extension cable (www.amazon.ca/Phanteks-PH-DRGB_SKT-Digital-Starter-Controller/dp/B07C1VDYNG?th=1) and cut one end, cramp molex 50-57-9403 and Molex 16-02-0102 as per your post(forum.corsair.com/v3/showthread.php?t=174759) and connect it to the NoPro.
in the evolv X case, ; leds are powered by sata cables. the 2 strip of led in evolv x are daisy chain. (don't think I need to buy phanteks rgb controller hub)
Do I will need to connect only 2 wires : digital and ground from phanteks wire to the NoPro? and which one goes where? I'm a little scared to fuck things up...
Can you help me figure this out ?
@@martinallard4799 That sounds right. Of course, since I don't have the devices, I can't confirm that.
As for the Corsair Pin Out - on the LNP, Pin 1 is +5V (this has the arrow on the connectors), Pin 2 is Data and Pin 3 is Ground.
@@martinallard4799 That should work. I may get some of the Phanteks strips myself to see what I can do with them.
@@Dev-Biker thx anyway for your time, videos and posts, really appreciated!!!
I ordered molex connector and crimping tool, phanteks wire.
let you know how i will do.. in 2 weeks when i'll receive all my stuff
I'm sure there is a limit to the length of these extensions, Would you know max length you could make these?
It depends on the gauge of the cable. The higher gauge, the shorter the max length. I've made cables up to 20' long with 22 AWG, which is the thickest that'll work with the Molex-SL headers. For that length, 24 AWG *worked* but had significant voltage drop due to resistance, resulting in a noticeable dimming of the LEDs. The 22 AWG cable had much less drop and nice, bright strips at the end ... all of this is due to the lower resistance ... Ohm's Law at work.
I carry 10' cables in the store that are made with 22 AWG and they work well.
Is it possible to make a converter cable, standard rgb to corsair?
Yes! www.piratedogtech.com carries them. Or, of course, you can make them. ;-)
Freaking life saver you are
Would you sell some?
I do ... check out piratedog.tech. Or contact me if you want something custom!
does anyone sell these in the uk for a reasonable price?
You should point out that parts (Molex connectors) are only available in USA. To have them delivered to Europe (where they are only available as wholesale products) costs $30 for $2 worth of parts. Another shining beacon of American greed.
EU Source: www.reichelt.de/ (provided by a member on the Corsair forum).
You can get them from China as well; last I checked ModDIY also carried them though they don't list them as "Molex SL series".
Not sure if the reason that European shops don't carry it is "American greed" either. That's something of a stretch but if you wanna roll with that, have at it.
Aliexpress my friend, its simple and easy and delivers to Europe!
Sorry man but way too many “um’s”