
DeepCool PL550D Non-Modular ATX 3.1 Power Supply
The DeepCool PL550D is a budget-friendly 550W non-modular power supply engineered to support modern hardware demands with Intel ATX 3.1 compliance and a native 12V-2x6 PCIe connector for next-gen graphics cards. Featuring an 80 PLUS Bronze certification for verified energy efficiency, a quiet 120mm hydro-bearing fan, and a comprehensive suite of industrial circuit protections, it delivers safe, stable, and highly affordable power delivery for entry-to-mid-range gaming rigs and everyday desktop workstations.
The DeepCool PL550D is a high-performance, budget-conscious 550W power supply unit (PSU) designed to bridge the gap between affordable entry-level components and modern hardware power standards. Boasting an 80 PLUS Bronze certification, this non-modular power supply guarantees a minimum of 85% energy efficiency under typical system loads, keeping power consumption and excess heat production to a minimum.
Engineered for longevity and safety, the unit features a highly reliable double-forward topology on its primary side, backed by DC-to-DC converters for rock-solid stability on the minor voltage rails. It comes fully equipped with a 120mm hydro-bearing fan that dynamically adjusts its speed based on system temperatures, ensuring whisper-quiet cooling during light web browsing and optimal thermal management during intense gaming sessions.
What sets the PL550D apart from traditional budget power supplies is its native support for the modern Intel ATX 3.1 architecture specification. It features an integrated, high-quality 16AWG 12V-2x6 (12VHPWR) PCIe cable, allowing it to safely deliver up to 300W of dedicated, continuous power to modern, demanding graphics cards without requiring messy or unreliable multi-cable adapter dongles. Built to withstand sudden system demands, the PSU is rated to safely absorb transient power excursions up to 200% of its capacity for brief intervals.
With a compact ATX depth of just 140mm, the PL550D easily slides into almost any standard mid-tower or mini-ITX PC chassis. For total peace of mind, the unit is backed by an industry-grade suite of electronic safeguards, including Over Power (OPP), Over Voltage (OVP), Short Circuit (SCP), Over Temperature (OTP), Over Current (OCP), and Under Voltage (UVP) protections, making it the ideal cornerstone for a safe, modern, and cost-efficient PC build.
Core Specifications
Manufacturer: DeepCool
Model Series: PL-D Series
Product Part Number (SKU): R-PL550D-FC0B
Total Rated Wattage: 550W
Form Factor: ATX12V V3.1
Modular Design: Non-Modular
80 PLUS Certification: Bronze
Cybenetics Certifications: Efficiency: Bronze | Noise: Standard++
Electrical Input & Output
AC Input Voltage: 100–240 V AC
Input Current Frequency: 50–60 Hz
Input Current Strength: 8.0 A
Primary Topology: Double-forward with DC-to-DC converters
Active PFC: Yes
Hold Up Time: ≥16ms (at 80% Load)
+12V Single Rail Output: 45.8 A (550W max capability)
+3.3V & +5V Combined Rails: 20 A each (110W max combined capability)
Connectors & Cable Breakdown
24-Pin ATX Main Power Connector: 1 (Cable length: 550 mm)
8-Pin (4+4) EPS / CPU Connector: 2 (Cable length: 600 mm)
16-Pin (12V-2x6) PCIe Gen 5.1 Connector: 1 (Cable length: 550 mm / 300W limit)
8-Pin (6+2) PCIe Connectors: 3 (Cable length: 550 mm + 100 mm)
SATA Connectors: 6 (SATA-heavy breakout string)
4-Pin Peripheral / Molex Connectors: 2
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions: 150 mm (Width) x 140 mm (Length) x 86 mm (Height)
Fan Size: 120 mm
Fan Bearing Type: Hydro Bearing (HYB)
Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): 100,000 Hours
Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to 40°C
Hardware Protections: OPP, OVP, SCP, OTP, OCP, UVP, SIP, NLO
Regulatory Compliance: CE, FCC, CCC, cTUVus, RCM, EAC, CAN ICES-003(B), NMB-003(B), UKCA