MicroBT, the manufacturer of the Bitcoin ASIC behind WhatsMiner A line of ASIC miners, unveiled its latest offering at Bitcoin 2023 in Miami Beach. Dr. Zuoxing Yang, founder and CEO of MicroBT, highlighted the importance of the “high density, low noise, low failure rate and low maintenance” ASIC machines that bring bitcoin mining into a new era.
The talk started with a movie focusing on the energy crisis, green energy, and the role bitcoin can play as a solution. Then he asked the question: “What matters more, mining or survival?”
“I never stop thinking of better energy solutions for bitcoin mining,” said Dr. Yang.
MicroBT has introduced three new WhatsMiner M50 series models: the air-cooled M50S++, the water-cooled M53S++, and the immersion-cooled M56S++. These models deliver an impressive computing power of 150 to 320 terahashes/second (TH/s) respectively, with energy efficiencies of 22 joules per terahash (J/TH).
Dr. Yang highlighted the heat collection capabilities of mining rigs, which can be used for various purposes, such as space heating and industrial processes. He noted that hydrocool mining rigs can reach exit water temperatures of more than 70 degrees Celsius (158 degrees Celsius), enabling 2.4 megawatts of power for a 40-foot container. In addition, the immersion cooling solution requires only 10 liters of oil per miner, which indicates its efficiency.
He asserted that “each M56 miner only requires less than 10 liters of oil with our specified tank”.
MicroBT’s focus since its inception in 2016 has been to develop highly efficient Bitcoin mining platforms. The company aims to support miners in adhering to the principles of Bitcoin decentralization while prioritizing the stability of the network. Dr. Yang affirmed MicroBT’s commitment to working with partners to promote sustainable mining practices, zero carbon emissions and social responsibility.
