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Article number: BGW37

PURE BASE 500DX

Black
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PURE BASE 500DX

Black

Exceptional airflow, significant quiet

The be quiet! Pure Base 500DX Black is optimized for high cooling performance and designed for those who seek high airflow.

  • High airflow intake front panel and top cover for maximum performance
  • Three Pure Wings 2 140mm fans guarantee high cooling performance and silent operation
  • ARGB LED at the front and inside the case
  • USB 3.2 Gen. 2 Type C for latest hardware
  • Water cooling ready for radiators of up to 360mm
  • Up to two SSDs can be installed prominently behind the window panel
  • Generous space for high-end graphics cards and large coolers
  • Side panel made of tempered glass
  • Three-year manufacturer’s warranty

Characteristics

HIGH AIRFLOW AND MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE

All parts optimized for airflow and performance

For all who strive for maximum performance and especially with water-cooled systems, the Pure Base 500DX Black with its extremely air-permeable front and top cover is the right choice. The dust filters on the front and bottom are easy to remove for cleaning.

THREE PREINSTALLED PURE WINGS 2

Whisper-quiet operation

Three preinstalled Pure Wings 2 fans with airflow-optimized fan blades that ensure perfect airflow and cooling. Despite the compact case design the fans at the front, top and rear are 140mm models, resulting in very quiet operation. Up to two 140mm fans can be installed in addition.

IMPRESSIVE ILLUMINATION

ARGB light at the front and inside the case

ARGB LEDs offer multiple colors and modes to individualize the look of the case from the inside as well as from the outside. You can optionally synchronize lighting with your motherboard or ARGB controller.

SMART I/O PORT

State-of-the-art technology for your system

A USB 3.2 Gen. 2 Type C connector is provided on the front I/O port and allows usage of latest hardware. There is also a switch on the front panel to control the interior and exterior LEDs.

SOPHISTICATED DESIGN

Generous space for high-end hardware

The Pure Base 500DX Black provides generous dimensions to install high-end graphics cards and large coolers of up to 190mm in height. Fans or a radiator of up to 360mm can be installed easily at the front and the top area also provides space for more fans or a radiator of up to 240mm.

EYE-CATCHING FEATURES

And great cable routing possibilities

Pure Base 500DX Black offers various options for installing up to five SSDs in total. Two can be installed for prominent viewing through the window panel. To hide any unwanted cables, the case offers excellent cable routing options.

FUNCTIONAL PSU SHROUD

Offering a neat interior

The PSU shroud perfectly covers the cables and PSU. It also contains a double HDD cage with decoupled mountings that reduce vibrations and help maximize the silence. The cage can also be repositioned to install a radiator of up to 360mm at the front. The power supply unit can be easily installed from behind, mounted on the PSU bracket provided.

TEMPERED GLASS WINDOW

A perfect view inside your PC

The high-quality, fully-windowed side panel offers a perfect view of the components inside your PC case. The window is made of tinted and tempered glass with black painted side bars.

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General data

ModelPure Base 500DX Black
PSU form factorATX PS/2
Motherboard compatibilityATX / M-ATX / Mini-ITX
Installation of motherboards with backplate✓
Case size excl. stands (L x W x H), (mm)450 x 232 x 443
Case size incl. stands (L x W x H), (mm)450 x 232 x 463
Dimensions side panel window (L x W), (mm)400 x 431
Weight (kg)7.8
Color optionBlack
USB 2.0-
USB 3.2 Gen. 11
USB 3.2 Gen. 2 Type C1
HD Audio I/OMic + Audio
Expansion slots7
Fan mounting locations6
Qi charger / Quick Charging Option-

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Material

Top coverABS
Side panelSteel
Side panel window4mm tempered glass
Front panelABS
StandsABS

Drive bay capacity

5.25 bays-
3.5 slots (max.)2
3.5 slots (scope of delivery)2
2.5 slots (max.)5
2.5 slots (scope of delivery)5

Pre-installed fans

Fan @ top1x Pure Wings 2 140mm
Fan @ front1x Pure Wings 2 140mm
Fan @ rear1x Pure Wings 2 140mm
Dimensions (L x W x H), (mm)Front: 140 x 140 x 25 / Rear: 140 x 140 x 25 / Top: 140 x 140 x 25
Fan speed @ 100% PWM / 12V (rpm)900
Noise level @ 100% PWM / 12V (dB(A))17.1
Airflow @ 100% PWM / 12V (CFM / m3/h)55.8 / 94.8
Air Pressure @ 100% PWM / 12V (mm H2O)0.6
Voltage range (V DC)12
Input power (W)1.08
Input current (A)0.09
Connector3-Pin
Lifespan (h / 25°C)80,000
Fan controller-

Maximum fan installation

Front (mm)3x 120 /2x 140
Top (mm)2x 120 / 2x 140
Bottom (mm)-
Side panel (mm)-
PSU shroud-

Optional radiator installation

Front (mm)120 / 140 / 240 / 280 / 360
Top (mm)120 / 240
Bottom (mm)-
Rear (mm)120 / 140

Cooling

Max.construction height of CPU cooler unit (mm)190
Airflow channelFront / Top / Rear

Lighting

RGB LED illuminationFront LED ARGB / Internal ARGB
LEDs synchronizable with RGB controller/motherboard-
Expandable RGB controller-

PSU compatibility

Maximum dimensions excl. bottom fan (mm)258
Maximum dimensions incl. bottom fan (mm)225

Graphics card

HDD cage (in height of graphics card) installed (mm)369
HDD cage (in height of graphics card) removed (mm)369

Insulation and damping

Top panel insulation mats-
Front panel insulation mats-
Side panel insulation mats✓
Anti-vibration decoupled HDD✓
Anti-vibration decoupled fan-
Anti-vibration decoupled PSU✓
Anti-vibration decoupled motherboard-tray-

Removeable dust filters

Front1
Bottom1
Side panel-

Accessories

Screw set (Drives/Motherboard)✓
Rubber rail (pcs.)-
Standoff (pcs.)-
LCS bracket (pcs).-
HDD slot cover (pcs.)-
Upper fan bracket (pcs.)-
HDD panel rubber grommet (pcs.)-
SSD bracket for PSU shroud-
LED strips (pcs.)-
Cable ties (pcs.)6 / 4 (Velcro)

Service

Warranty (Years)3
International hotline / free of charge✓ / DE, FR

Logistics data, RRP

Article numberBGW37
EAN code4260052187937
CertificationsCE / RoHS
Dimensions, package (L x W x H), (mm)510 x 285 x 494
Gross weight, package (kg)8.49
Pieces per packaging unit1
RRP (€)109.90

PURE BASE 500DX | Black
Article number: BGW37

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