OWC Mercury Helios 5S Thunderbolt™ 5 (USB-C) PCIe and Connectivity Expansion Solution
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The Mercury Helios 5S Thunderbolt 5 PCIe expansion solution from Other World Computing is an advanced eGPU enclosure designed specifically for professional computing environments. It offers exceptional connectivity and impressive data transfer capabilities required for demanding applications. With support for Thunderbolt 5 technology, the enclosure enables data transfer speeds of up to 80 gigabits per second, ensuring quick access to storage arrays and powerful PCIe-based devices such as graphics cards and video capture cards. The durable aluminum casing provides effective heat management and stable operation, while multiple Thunderbolt 5 ports allow for daisy-chaining additional peripherals. The compact design makes the Helios 5S suitable for both desktop and mobile workstation configurations, offering comprehensive compatibility with modern operating systems.
- Supports Thunderbolt 5 with data transfer speeds of up to 80 Gb/s
- Compatible with full-length, dual-width PCIe cards
- Efficient cooling system for reliable operation
- Daisy-chaining of peripherals via multiple Thunderbolt 5 ports
- Durable aluminum enclosure for optimal heat management.
Interface | PCIe |
USB ports | Thunderbolt 5, USB-C |
Item number | 65206451 |
Manufacturer | OWC |
Category | Hard drive enclosures |
Manufacturer no. | OWCTB5HELIOS5S |
Release date | 17.11.2025 |
Sales rank in Category Hard drive enclosures | 185 of 868 |
Material group | Metal |
Material | Aluminium |
External case type | eGPU case |
Protocol | NVMe |
Max. data transfer rate | 6000 Mbit/s |
Hard disk enclosure functions | Fan |
Interface | PCIe |
USB ports | Thunderbolt 5, USB-C |
Power supply | Electrical connection |
Power consumption | 15 W |
Country of origin | USA |
CO₂ emissions | 37.81 kg |
Climate contribution | CHF 0.91 |
Scope of delivery | Power cable holder, Thunderbolt 5 80Gb/s cable |
Length | 30 cm |
Width | 15 cm |
Height | 10 cm |
Weight | 2500 g |
Length | 31 cm |
Width | 19 cm |
Height | 20 cm |
Weight | 2.61 kg |
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