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White 8 g syringe of carbon-based thermal paste with grey plunger and black cap

ARCTIC COOLING

ARCTIC COOLING MX-6 8 g Thermal Paste

SKU CH-7P85-1ZVNN

Carbon-based thermal compound with 20 % lower resistance than MX-4, non-conductive, suited for CPUs, GPUs and consoles

Weight 8g

  • 20% lower thermal resistance than MX-4 for better heat transfer
  • Carbon filler-based formula reaches peak performance instantly without burn-in
  • Non-conductive and non-capacitive paste eliminates short-circuit risk during application
  • Viscosity suited for direct-die GPU and console processor cooling
  • Authenticity check verifies 100% original product for each unit

Carbon filler thermal paste

The ARCTIC MX-6 is a carbon filler-based thermal compound supplied in an 8 g syringe. It reaches maximum performance immediately after application without any burn-in period. The paste uses a silicone gel carrier that spreads evenly under mounting pressure from a cooler or heatsink. It is designed for CPUs, GPUs, laptops and consoles.

Suited for direct-die and standard mounts

Builders who need a non-conductive paste for direct-die GPU or console processor applications will benefit from the viscosity. The formula eliminates the risk of short circuits or capacitive discharge on exposed circuitry. Users who require a paste with metal or diamond particles for specific conductivity targets should look at alternative formulations.

Fits standard syringe application

The 8 g volume covers multiple CPU or GPU installations with a single syringe. No curing time is required so the system can be stressed immediately after assembly. The authenticity check code on the packaging verifies the product is genuine. It requires only a clean surface and even pressure from the mounted cooler to achieve optimal distribution.

How it compares

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Price $7.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameArctic
Product lineMX-6
Model nameMX-6 8g
Part numberACTCP00081A

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Questions about this item

What surfaces can I apply the MX-6 8 g paste to?

The carbon filler-based compound works on CPU lids, GPU dies, console processors and laptop chips, and its viscosity suits direct-die mounting.

Is the MX-6 paste electrically conductive?

No, it is neither electrically conductive nor capacitive, so there is no risk of short circuits or discharges.

How do I verify the MX-6 tube is genuine?

Use the 100 % Authenticity Check on the packaging to confirm the product is original.

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