be quiet! PURE BASE 501 Airflow Midi-Tower Case with window, Black
Key Specifications
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| Compliance certificates | CE, REACH, RoHS, UKCA |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| Audio input | Yes |
| Audio output | Yes |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
| Headphone outputs | 1 |
| Microphone in | ![]() |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) ports quantity | 2 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | ![]() |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 0 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| USB Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Weight | 7.2 kg |
| Height | 463 mm |
| Width | 231 mm |
| Depth | 450 mm |
| Storage | |
| Card reader integrated | ![]() |
| Number of HDDs supported | 2 |
| Supported HDD sizes | 2.5,3.5" |
| Number of storage drives supported | 7 |
| HDD/SSD combo cage | ![]() |
| SSD form factor | 2.5" |
| Packaging data | |
| Package weight | 8.4 kg |
| Package depth | 518 mm |
| Package height | 503 mm |
| Package width | 292 mm |
| LED controller | ![]() |
| Cooling | |
| Cooling | ![]() |
| Front fans installed | 1x 140 mm |
| Number of front fans supported (max) | 3 |
| Front fans diameters supported | 120,140 mm |
| Rear fans diameters supported | 120,140 mm |
| Top fans diameters supported | 120,140 mm |
| Number of rear fans supported (max) | 1 |
| Number of top fans supported (max) | 2 |
| Rear fans installed | 1x 140 mm |
| Liquid cooling capability | ![]() |
| Maximum airflow | 57.4 cfm |
| Maximum air pressure | 0.96 mmH2O |
| Rear radiator sizes supported | 120,140 mm |
| Front radiator sizes supported | 120,140,240,280,360 mm |
| Rear radiator installed | ![]() |
| Front radiator installed | ![]() |
| Top radiator installed | ![]() |
| Top radiator sizes supported | 120,240 mm |
| Pulse-width modulation (PWM) support | ![]() |
| Fan speed control | ![]() |
| Other features | |
| Power LED | ![]() |
| On/off switch | ![]() |
| Screws included | ![]() |
| Tempered glass panel thickness | 4 mm |
| Design | |
| Type | PC |
| Rack mounting | ![]() |
| Form factor | Midi Tower |
| Material | Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), Steel, Tempered glass |
| Cable lock slot | ![]() |
| Product colour | Black |
| Illumination | ![]() |
| Cable management | ![]() |
| Reset button | ![]() |
| Supported motherboard form factors | ATX, micro ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Anti-dust filter | ![]() |
| Number of 5.25" bays | 0 |
| Number of 3.5" bays | 2 |
| Transport wheels | ![]() |
| Side window | ![]() |
| Number of internal 3.5" bays | 2 |
| Maximum CPU cooler height | 17.8 cm |
| Number of expansion slots | 7 |
| Maximum PSU length | 18 cm |
| Number of 2.5" bays | 5 |
| On/off button | ![]() |
| Tempered glass panel(s) | ![]() |
| RGB control button | ![]() |
| Power supply | |
| Number of power supply units | 1 |
| Power supply location | Bottom |
| Power supply included | ![]() |
| Supported power supply form factors | ATX, PS2 |
| EAN | 4260052191828 |
| Warranty | 3 years |
The be quiet! Pure Base 501 Airflow is a mid-tower ATX case designed with a focus on thermal performance. Its front and top panels are constructed for high airflow, facilitating efficient heat dissipation from internal components. The chassis includes pre-installed 140mm PWM fans to establish a baseline air cooling configuration. For users considering liquid cooling, the case accommodates radiators up to 360mm in the front, 240mm on top, and 140mm at the rear, providing flexibility for various AIO or custom loop setups.
Internally, the enclosure supports ATX, micro ATX, and Mini-ITX motherboards, with clearance for CPU coolers up to 178mm in height. Storage options include mounting points for multiple 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch drives. The build is displayed through a tempered glass side panel, while features such as integrated cable management and removable dust filters simplify assembly and maintenance. The front I/O panel includes two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports and a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port for modern peripheral connectivity.
Key Features:- Supports ATX, micro ATX, and Mini-ITX motherboards
- Case dimensions of 231 x 463 x 450 mm (W x H x D)
- Constructed from steel, ABS plastic, and tempered glass
- Front I/O with 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C and 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
- Accommodates up to two 3.5-inch and five 2.5-inch drives
- Features 7 expansion slots with an option for vertical GPU installation
- Supports front radiators up to 360mm, top up to 240mm, and rear up to 140mm
- Provides 178mm of clearance for CPU coolers
- Fits standard ATX power supplies up to 180mm in length
- Includes two pre-installed 140mm PWM fans
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