Comfortably compact
Pure Base 501 Airflow Black is a traditional, timeless and versatile be quiet! ATX case with compact dimensions.

REDUCED TO THE MAX
Classic appearance
Without any distractions, Pure Base 501 Airflow Black is reduced to excel at its core functions and is aimed at users that appreciate an unagitated presentation.

PERFECT CASE FAN
Fan blades optimized for high airflow
With optimization for maximum airflow, Pure Wings 3 140mm PWM is the perfect choice for Pure Base 501 Airflow Black. Its 7 airflow-optimized fan blades not only reduce noise-generating turbulences but also ensure Pure Wings 3 140mm PWM provides the performance that is needed for demanding configurations.

MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE
Generous space for high-end hardware
Despite its compact dimensions, Pure Base 501 Airflow Black offers enough space for high-end graphics cards and large coolers. Triple fans or a radiator up to 360mm can be installed easily at the front, while the top area provides space for up to 2 fans or a radiator up to 240mm.

WAY UP!
With rotatable PCIe slots
Why not try something else with your GPU? The PCIe slots of the Pure Base 501 Airflow Black can be rotated 90° for an upright installation of wide high-end graphics cards. The spacing is perfect for the optional be quiet! Riser Cable, whose foam base provides excellent anti-sag support for graphics cards in vertical orientation.

INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
With smart cable routing options
As a compact PC case, Pure Base 501 Airflow Black optimally uses the offered space. Thanks to cleverly integrated cable routing options, it makes cable management a breeze.

CONNECT WITH ME
State-of-the-art technology for your system
A USB 3.2 Gen. 2 Type C connector and 2 Type A ports on the front I/O port for fast and easy connectivity.

Technical details
Compliance certificates	CE, REACH, RoHS
Ports & interfaces
USB 2.0 ports quantity	0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity	0
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity	1
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity	2
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C ports quantity	0
Audio input	Yes
Audio output	Yes
Weight & dimensions
Width	231 mm
Depth	450 mm
Height	463 mm
Weight	6.8 kg
Storage
Supported HDD sizes	2.5,3.5"
Packaging data
Package width	292 mm
Package depth	518 mm
Package height	503 mm
Package weight	8 kg
Cooling
Front fans installed	1x 140 mm
Number of front fans supported (max)	3
Front fans diameters supported	120,140 mm
Rear fans installed	1x 140 mm
Number of rear fans supported (max)	1
Rear fans diameters supported	120,140 mm
Number of top fans supported (max)	2
Top fans diameters supported	120,140 mm
Maximum airflow	57.4 cfm
Maximum air pressure	0.96 mmH2O
Front radiator sizes supported	120,140,240,280,360 mm
Rear radiator sizes supported	120,140 mm
Top radiator sizes supported	120,240 mm
Pulse-width modulation (PWM) support	Yes
Design
Form factor	Midi Tower
Type	PC
Product colour	Black
Supported motherboard form factors	ATX, micro ATX, Mini-ITX
Number of 3.5" bays	2
Number of 5.25" bays	0
Material	Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), Steel
Number of 2.5" bays	5
Number of expansion slots	7
Anti-dust filter	Yes
Reset button	Yes
On/off button	Yes
Maximum CPU cooler height	17.8 cm
Maximum PSU length	18 cm
Power supply
Power supply included	No
Supported power supply form factors	ATX, PS2