Butterfly Labs (BFL), a prominent
player in the Bitcoin mining hardware industry, has confirmed that their
upcoming SC (Single Chip) lineup will be manufactured using a 65nm process.
This is the same transistor size that was utilized for Intel’s highly
successful Core 2 Duo and Core 2 Quad processors. By employing the 65nm
process, BFL aims to secure its position as the market leader in mining
efficiency, as its main competitors, Avalon and bASIC, are reportedly built on
110nm and 90nm processes, respectively.
The new SC product lineup from
BFL includes the Jalapeno, priced at $149 and capable of 4.5GH/s, the Little
Single SC priced at $649 and offering 30GH/s, the Single SC priced at $1,299
with a mining power of 60GH/s, and the Mini Rig SC priced at $29,999, boasting
an impressive 1,500GH/s. All of these products will feature BFL’s custom ASIC
65nm chips, expected to operate at a power consumption rate of 1 watt per GH.
According to Josh Zerlan, a
representative from BFL, the company anticipates having the chips in hand by
the end of November, with initial shipments commencing shortly thereafter. The
exact number of units to be shipped in the first batch has not yet been
determined. Zerlan also shared new photos of the heat sinks accompanying the
announcement, allowing enthusiasts to get a glimpse of the upcoming products.
With their focus on longevity and
efficiency, Butterfly Labs’ adoption of the 65nm process for their SC chips is
a strategic move. By utilizing a transistor size previously employed in
successful processors, BFL aims to solidify its position as the leading
provider of mining hardware in terms of efficiency. As the Bitcoin mining
industry continues to evolve, BFL’s latest offerings are set to make a
significant impact.
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