Australia’s Best Crypto Mining Hardware

Mining uses specialized computers to secure the network by hashing blocks; miners earn block rewards and fees for valid work.

GPU: flexible but less efficient. ASIC: purpose-built, far higher TH/s and better J/TH—standard for Bitcoin/Litecoin.

No—Bitcoin is ASIC-only at practical scale. PCs can’t compete on hashrate or efficiency.

Common ASICs draw ~1.2–3.5 kW each. Model total site kW = sum of rigs + cooling + overhead.

Pools credit your account and pay your wallet per the pool’s payout method and threshold.

Compare fee %, payout method (PPS+, FPPS, PPLNS), server latency from AU, uptime history, and minimum payout.

PPS+ pays expected block reward plus fees share; FPPS pays both as fixed rate; PPLNS pays by your shares in a window—more variance.

Revenue per TH/s per day (usually USD/TH/day), driven by BTC price, difficulty, and fees.

Roughly every 4 years the subsidy halves, instantly cutting block rewards and miner revenue (fees unchanged).

Every ~2016 blocks (~2 weeks) difficulty retargets to keep 10-minute blocks, reacting to hashrate changes.

Pools smooth variance and pay daily; solo has huge variance unless you command material network share.

Typically ~70–80 dBA at stock fan curves—use enclosures, mufflers, or immersion to reduce noise.

ASICs are submerged in dielectric fluid for silent, uniform cooling, enabling higher efficiency and density.

Front-to-back airflow, sealed hot/cold paths, adequate makeup air, and low-restriction filters. Avoid recirculation.

Commonly 230–240V single-phase or 415V 3-phase. Size circuits with 80% continuous derating; use a licensed electrician.

Breakeven ¢/kWh ≈ (daily revenue in $ ÷ (kW × 24)) × 100. Model with your rig’s J/TH and current hashprice.

Yes—schedule/auto-tune rigs to run hard in off-peak and throttle during peak to improve $/kWh blended costs.

Programs that pay sites to reduce load during grid stress. Mining’s flexibility can earn incentives while protecting uptime.

Expect ~2–4% site losses from core + I²R + PF/ΔV. Oversize conductors and optimize PF to win some back.

Hard-wired 1 GbE, DHCP reservations or static IPs, optional VLAN for miners, and pool servers closest to you.

Very low—often tens to hundreds of MB/day per rig depending on share rate and pool protocol.

Dust checks/cleaning monthly, fan/heatsink inspections quarterly, PSU/filter checks, and logs firmware/temps.

Power down, use compressed air/ESD precautions from intake side out; replace or wash filters—keep fins unobstructed.

Custom firmware can improve J/TH and controls but may affect warranty/terms—evaluate risks and source credibility.

Firmware tests chip bins/voltages to find efficiency sweet spots, trading a bit of hashrate for lower watts/TH.

Yes—space heating, pools, dryers, or greenhouses. Ensure proper ducting, safety clearances, and moisture control.

Use manufacturer-rated PSUs, correct mains voltage, and adequate surge protection. Avoid overcurrent on cables.

Calculate amps = kW ÷ volts; apply 80% continuous load rule; leave headroom for inrush and ambient temp.

Cool/dry air with dew point below coldest surface; avoid condensation and keep intake air below manufacturer spec.

Blocks are probabilistic; short-term rewards swing vs expectation. Larger pools and PPS reduce variance.

Project capex, opex (power, site), revenue (hashprice), difficulty drift, uptime %, and resale value sensitivity.

Strive for 98–99%+ site uptime. Automate reboot/retry, monitor temps/boards, and design for quick swap.

Use dashboards/APIs for hashrate, temps, fan RPM, error counts, and pool shares; alert on deviations.

Yes with sufficient PV/inverter capacity. Consider daytime-only operation or battery economics vs grid prices.

Follow vendor RMA process, keep serials, avoid unofficial mods that void coverage, and document environment.

Low PF increases apparent current and losses; many PSUs have PFC, but site-level PF still impacts wiring/transformers.

Use reputable dielectric fluids rated for electronics; verify flash point, viscosity, material compatibility, and warranty terms.

High temps, insufficient airflow, or high error rates trigger protection. Check intake temps, fans, and dust.

Use controlled shutdown/restart if possible. Avoid rapid cycling—allow PSUs to discharge and temps to normalize.

Typically wallet.worker or username.worker; check pool docs for exact syntax and password/stratum options.

Keep dew point below equipment surfaces. Use dehumidifiers and avoid bringing humid air across cold heat sinks.

Change default creds, segment miners on a VLAN, restrict admin IPs, and keep firmware up to date.

Depreciation tracks efficiency and market cycles; clean, well-maintained, efficient units retain value longer.

Rules vary by jurisdiction. Keep records of coin amounts, prices at receipt, and power costs—seek professional advice.

Some use futures/options/swaps to stabilize cash flow. Complexity and risks apply—consider expert guidance.

Thermal issues, bad cables, or aging chips. Reseat, clean, test individually, and check for error patterns.

Keep manufacturer airflow direction; ensure intake side faces cool air and exhaust is ducted away from intakes.

Yes—proper earth reduces noise and fault risk. Use compliant earthing and bonded racks/conduits.

Use rated cables/plugs for your amps and temperature; avoid daisy chains; check plug/socket standards for AU.

Duel ISPs with failover, spare PSU/fans, and extra breakers reduce downtime and speed repairs.

Photograph serials on arrival, inspect for damage, log firmware versions, and stage a single test rig before scaling.

Containers speed deployment and mobility; economics hinge on cheap power, uptime, and balance-of-plant costs.

Yes—fees can meaningfully boost revenue during congestion and after halvings as subsidy declines.

Consider property and business interruption coverage; insurers may require electrical/fire protection standards.

Check local zoning, noise, and electrical codes; follow safety standards and consult qualified professionals.