ElphaPex DG2 — 18 GH/s Scrypt power for Litecoin & Dogecoin mining

Summary
The ElphaPex DG2 delivers 18 GH/s of Scrypt hashrate and draws 3.96 kW at the wall. It targets miners who need reliable, round-the-clock performance for Litecoin (LTC), Dogecoin (DOGE) and other Scrypt-based coins without stepping up to liquid-cooling or hydro gear.

 

At-a-glance specs

• Hashrate: 18 GH/s ± 5 %

• Power draw: 3 960 W @ 25 °C

• Energy efficiency: 0.22 J/MH

• Algorithm / coins: Scrypt – Litecoin, Dogecoin and other merge-mineable Scrypt assets

• Noise level: ≈ 75 dB (similar to an upright vacuum cleaner)

• Cooling: Quad high-static-pressure fans; air-cooled

• Dimensions & weight: 410 × 195 × 290 mm, ~17 kg

• Warranty / support: 6 months, handled locally by Sell Your PC

• Extras: Web dashboard, remote firmware updates, auto-tune power modes, dual-input PSU

• Ideal buyer: Farm operators or anyone with competitively priced electricity looking to increase Scrypt capacity

 

Why miners choose the DG2

1. Balanced cost-to-hashrate. 18 GH/s at 0.22 J/MH offers solid returns without flagship pricing.

2. Industrial build quality. Thick aluminium chassis, server-grade PSU and hot-swappable fans keep downtime low.

3. Straightforward management. Browser-based dashboard, API hooks and automatic tuning simplify fleet integration.

 

Operating considerations

• Power requirements: A dedicated 20 A circuit and quality cabling are recommended for the 3.96 kW load.

• Thermals: With a 25 °C intake, exhaust temperatures hover in the mid-40 °C range. Adequate airflow front and back (≥ 10 cm clearance) maintains stability.

• Acoustics: Around 75 dB at full fan speed—best situated in a garage, storeroom or ventilated enclosure.

• Network setup: DHCP by default; static IP configurable through the web UI.

 

Simple setup steps

1. Inspect the unit for shipping damage.

2. Position on a shelf with ≥ 10 cm front/back clearance.

3. Connect both C20 power leads to a 20 A breaker; plug in Ethernet.

4. Power on, locate the IP address in your router’s DHCP list.

5. Log in (admin / admin), enter pool URL and wallet address, then save.

6. Monitor autotune for ~60 minutes while it settles on optimal frequency.

FAQs

Q: Can the DG2 run on 110 V?
A: No. It requires 200–240 V AC for full performance and safety margins.

Q: Is there a low-power mode?
A: Yes. Power-saving mode reduces draw to ~2.8 kW while hashing at roughly 14 GH/s.

Q: Does it mine DOGE separately?
A: Dogecoin is merge-mined with Litecoin. Configure your LTC pool and you’ll receive DOGE rewards automatically if the pool supports it.

Q: What maintenance is needed?
A: Periodic dust removal and firmware updates via the web UI; fan modules are swappable without tools.

Q: Which payment options do you accept?
A: ZAR EFT, BTC, LTC, USDT and most major credit cards.