Product Overview

The Goldshell AL Box Alephium Miner 360G is a compact, home-friendly Alephium (ALPH) ASIC miner from Goldshell, designed specifically for the Blake3 algorithm used by the Alephium blockchain. With a hashrate of 360 gigahashes per second (GH/s), the AL Box is sized for desktop or small-space deployment, making it one of the more accessible ASIC options for South African miners interested in mining Alephium at home.

Alephium (ALPH) is a smart contract layer-1 blockchain using a novel Proof of Less Work (PoLW) consensus mechanism built on the UTXO model. It uses the Blake3 hashing algorithm, which enables efficient ASIC mining. Alephium’s design aims to combine the security of Bitcoin’s UTXO model with scalable smart contract functionality, and it has attracted growing mining interest since its mainnet launch in 2021.

The Goldshell AL Box is designed for quiet, low-power operation relative to commercial-scale ASIC miners. At approximately 240W, it can run comfortably from a standard household socket, making it genuinely suitable for home use — a rarity among ASIC miners. It competes in the same segment as other Goldshell “Box” series miners (Mini DOGE, CK Box, KD Box) that are popular in South Africa’s home mining community.

Key Features

• 360 GH/s hashrate: Dedicated Alephium (ALPH) mining output on Blake3. Suitable for home mining pool participation with steady, predictable hashrate contribution.
• ~240W power consumption: Extremely low power draw compared to commercial ASIC miners. At 240W, the AL Box can run on a standard 16A household circuit alongside other home appliances without electrical infrastructure modifications.
• Home-sized form factor: Compact desktop-friendly enclosure — not a 19-inch rack unit. Can be placed on a desk, shelf, or in a dedicated home mining space without the large footprint of commercial miners.
• Blake3 algorithm: Dedicated to Alephium (ALPH) mining. The Blake3 algorithm used by Alephium is distinct from SHA-256, kHeavyHash (Kaspa), and Blake2S (Kadena).
• Goldshell Box series reliability: Goldshell has established a track record with the home ASIC mining community through their Box series products. The AL Box benefits from the same engineering philosophy of quiet, home-optimised operation.
• Standard Ethernet connectivity: Wired RJ-45 connection for pool communication. Configuration via Goldshell’s web or mobile app interface.
• Low noise for home deployment: The AL Box’s low fan speed required for 240W cooling means it operates more quietly than commercial ASIC miners, though exact noise levels should be confirmed at time of purchase.

Technical Specifications

• Algorithm: Blake3
• Supported coins: Alephium (ALPH)
• Hashrate: 360 GH/s (±10%)
• Power consumption: ~240W (±10%)
• Power efficiency: ~0.67 W/GH (±10%)
• Cooling type: Air-cooled, compact fan design
• Noise level: ~35–50 dB(A) (significantly quieter than commercial ASICs)
• Input voltage: 110–240V AC (universal)
• Networking: Ethernet (RJ-45)
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 35°C
• Dimensions: Compact desktop form factor (confirm exact dimensions at order)
• Net weight: ~2–3 kg

Power & Installation Notes

South Africa’s 230V/50Hz supply is within the AL Box’s universal 110–240V input range. No voltage conversion is required.

At only 240W, the Goldshell AL Box is one of the most power-friendly ASIC miners available. It can run from a standard South African 16A wall socket without any dedicated circuit, electrician work, or infrastructure modifications. This makes it genuinely suitable for home use — plug it in, connect to your network, configure your pool, and it mines.

Load shedding has minimal battery impact: at 240W, a modest 5kWh home UPS or lithium battery inverter can run the AL Box for over 20 hours. This makes the AL Box one of the few ASIC miners where load shedding backup power is practical and affordable with standard residential backup systems.

The AL Box generates relatively little heat at 240W. Ensure the unit has adequate air circulation around it and is not placed in an enclosed cabinet. Normal room ventilation is typically sufficient for a single unit.

Electricity Cost Context — South Africa

Running the Goldshell AL Box at 240W continuously consumes approximately 5.76 kWh per day, or roughly 173 kWh per month. At R2.80/kWh (reference residential tariff — municipal rates vary), the estimated monthly electricity cost is approximately R484 per month.

Calculation: (240 ÷ 1000) × 24 × 30 × R2.80 = ~R484/month.

At approximately R484 per month in electricity costs, the Goldshell AL Box has one of the lowest operating cost profiles of any ASIC miner on this site. This makes it accessible for home miners in South Africa who want to explore Alephium mining without significant ongoing electricity expense. Current ALPH price and network difficulty should be assessed before purchase. This is an operating cost estimate only.

Ideal Use Cases

• Home Alephium miners: The AL Box is designed for home use. It can be run from a standard wall socket, making it genuinely suitable for individual miners who want to mine ALPH from a home office, spare room, or garage without major infrastructure changes.
• Alephium (ALPH) ecosystem participants: Miners who specifically want to contribute to and participate in the Alephium blockchain’s proof-of-work network using dedicated, energy-efficient ASIC hardware.
• First-time ASIC miners: The AL Box’s low power consumption, compact size, and home-friendly operation make it an excellent starting point for South Africans exploring ASIC mining for the first time without large capital commitment.
• Load-shedding-resilient home mining: At 240W, this is one of the few ASIC miners where keeping it running through load shedding with a standard home battery is practical and cost-effective.
• Goldshell Box ecosystem collectors: For miners who enjoy collecting and running multiple Goldshell Box-series miners across different algorithms — the AL Box extends the portfolio to Blake3/Alephium alongside DOGE, KDA, ETC, and other Goldshell Box offerings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Goldshell AL Box work on South African power?
Yes. The AL Box has a universal 110–240V input and is fully compatible with SA’s 230V/50Hz supply. It can run from a standard household wall socket — no dedicated circuit required.

What is Alephium (ALPH)?
Alephium is a proof-of-work blockchain using the Blake3 algorithm with a UTXO-based smart contract model. It aims to combine Bitcoin’s security model with scalable smart contract functionality. ALPH is the native token used for transactions and smart contract execution on the Alephium network.

What mining pools work with the AL Box?
Popular Alephium mining pools include Herominers, K1Pool, and Woolypooly. Configure via the Goldshell web interface or Goldshell’s mobile app using your pool URL and wallet address.

How loud is the Goldshell AL Box?
Significantly quieter than commercial ASIC miners — typically in the 35–50 dB range, comparable to a quiet desktop PC or laptop under load. It is genuinely suitable for use in a home office or bedroom, though this varies by unit and configuration.

Is the AL Box better than GPU mining for Alephium?
Purpose-built ASIC hardware like the AL Box is typically more efficient at Blake3 mining than GPU rigs for equivalent hashrate. However, GPUs offer flexibility to switch algorithms, while the AL Box is fixed to Blake3/Alephium.

What’s Included

• 1× Goldshell AL Box Alephium Miner 360G unit
• Integrated PSU with standard power cable
• South African power adaptor (confirm at order — international units may include EU or UK plug)
• Ethernet cable not included
• Quick-start guide