INTRODUCTION

   Leaving out computers and gadgets studying about airplanes and more specifically jet fighters has always been one of my hobbies. I never did try to enter the air force of my country especially since even up until today it doesn't use any of the airplane models I’d love to learn how to fly with but that hasn't stopped me from visiting various joint exhibitions abroad to check them out up close and personal. Roughly two months ago i managed to attend one such show and although i didn't get the chance to approach the new models i went there for i did talk to some engineers about the long history of the those two legendary fighter lines that got updated recently. What surprised me and is also why I’m even mentioning this was the amount of research and weight engineers give to the engines used in those aircraft since they consider those to be their heart. Likewise I’ve always believed that the heart of a computer system is the power supply unit so as soon as i came back i started working on the latest model by Thermaltake the ToughPower Grand Platinum 850W.

   The beginning of every myth and legend is about dreams and desire: the challenging, creative and combative features of Thermaltake Group create an exciting and fascinating user experience to share with everyone, while allowing users to enter a selfless state in terms of function and potential. Thermaltake Group's 3 main brands: Thermaltake, Tt eSPORTS and LUXA2 have been merchandising throughout the world, and have successfully established 6 business footholds in areas such as Europe, America, Oceania, Japan and China, with 95 regional distributors and over 4000 premium retailers. All product planning is orientated by observation of global PC peripheral market and understanding of consumer demands. Thermaltake creates direct contact opportunities with resellers and consumers by participating major global ICT exhibitions and trade shows every year, and develop innovative marketing strategies for the promotions of new products. Meanwhile, Thermaltake incorporates the composite marketing system by making branch offices and regional distributors both the distribution channel and technical support or service center to provide instant support; by maintaining close contact with end users, we manage to strengthen corporate competitiveness and create the momentum for the growth of accomplishments. With its outstanding wisdom and strength Thermaltake Group is recruiting creative talents to build a cultural brand for the enjoyment of entertainment, e-Sports, technology and lifestyle!

   As the name clearly states the ToughPower Grand Platinum 850W is a 80 Plus Platinum certified power supply unit that features a maximum/peak power output of up to 1020W, fully modular design (future-proof), flat modular cables (increased airflow levels and easier routing), ultra-quiet 140mm fan, Japanese primary capacitors, single +12V powerful rail (70A) which can use almost 99% of the units total rated power output (840W) and the usual array of electrical protections we find in high-end models (OVP/OCP/SCP/OPP). The ToughPower Grand Platinum line of power supply units currently includes 650, 750, 850, 1050 and 1200W models and could be the last line prior to Thermaltake introducing their 80 Plus Titanium certified line. ToughPower models have been around for roughly a decade now if i recall correctly (some early models didn't make it far but most were welcomed by enthusiasts, overclockers and gamers) so let's take a closer look and see what Thermaltake has to offer now.