--- product_id: 53541916 title: "OWC In-Line Digital Thermal Sensor HDD Upgrade Cable and Install Tools for iMac 2012, (OWCDIYIMACHDD12)" brand: "owc" price: "1519 kr" currency: NOK in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Owc" url: https://www.desertcart.no/products/53541916-owc-in-line-digital-thermal-sensor-hdd-upgrade-cable-install store_origin: NO region: Norway --- # Compatible with iMac 2012+ In-line digital thermal sensor Complete DIY install kit OWC In-Line Digital Thermal Sensor HDD Upgrade Cable and Install Tools for iMac 2012, (OWCDIYIMACHDD12) **Brand:** owc **Price:** 1519 kr **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Upgrade your iMac like a pro—silent, sleek, and seriously smart! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** OWC In-Line Digital Thermal Sensor HDD Upgrade Cable and Install Tools for iMac 2012, (OWCDIYIMACHDD12) by owc - **How much does it cost?** 1519 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.no](https://www.desertcart.no/products/53541916-owc-in-line-digital-thermal-sensor-hdd-upgrade-cable-install) ## Best For - owc enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted owc brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **All-in-One Toolkit:** Includes Torx drivers, suction cups, pry tools, and cleaning cloth—everything you need for a professional-grade DIY installation. - • **Seamless iMac Upgrade:** Plug-and-play SATA cable with zero software hacks—upgrade your iMac’s storage without losing fan control or diagnostics. - • **Future-Proof Your iMac:** Supports all 27-inch iMac models from 2012 through 2019, keeping your machine fast and reliable for years to come. - • **Precision Thermal Management:** Built-in digital thermal sensor ensures your iMac’s fans run quietly and efficiently, eliminating annoying noise and overheating risks. - • **Certified Apple Hardware Test Compatible:** Guaranteed to pass Apple’s diagnostics, so your upgrade stays fully supported and stable. ## Overview The OWC In-Line Digital Thermal Sensor HDD Upgrade Cable and Install Tools kit is a precision-engineered solution for upgrading the main drive bay of 27-inch iMacs from 2012 to 2019. It features a unique in-line digital thermal sensor cable that maintains proper fan control and passes Apple Hardware Tests without any software hacks. The kit includes all necessary tools—Torx drivers, suction cups, pry tools, and cleaning cloth—to enable a professional-quality DIY installation, ensuring a quieter, cooler, and faster iMac experience. ## Description Product Description Improve Performance and Capacity. Upgrade Your iMac with Confidence. OWC's in-line solution is the only hardware digital thermal sensor on the market allowing a third-party SATA drive to be installed in your iMac. A convenient, plug-and-play cable, the In-line Digital Thermal Sensor eliminates fan noise and maintains proper system fan control through the iMac's System Management Controller. This innovative device is designed specifically for the iMac, requires no software hacks and ensures compatibility with Apple's built-in diagnostic processes. Required for any drive installed into the main drive bay. Eliminate fan noise and maintain correct system fan control when upgrading your 2012 and later iMac. The only iMac HDD upgrade option on the market certified to pass the Apple Hardware Test. Fixes firmware incompatibility issues with third party hard drives. Engineered in-house and backed by OWC's award-winning customer support. OWC in-Line Digital Thermal Sensor HDD Upgrade Cable and Install Tools for iMac 2012, (OWCDIYIMACHDD12) Includes OWC In-line Digital Thermal Sensor Cable (1) OWC In-line Digital Thermal Sensor Cable (2) OWC 2-1/4" Suction Cup (1) Torx T10S Driver (1) Torx T8S Driver (1) Nylon Pry Tool (Spudger) (1) OWC Blue Microfiber Screen Cleaning Cloth Compatible with iMac w/Retina 5K display (27-inch Late 2015)(October 2015) Model ID:iMac17,1 (3.2GHz i5, 3.3GHz i5, 4.0GHz i7) iMac w/Retina 5K display(27-inch Mid 2015)(May 2015) Model ID: iMac15,1 (3.3GHz i5, 3.5GHz i5, 4.0GHz i7) iMac with Retina 5K display (27-inch Late 2014)(October 2014) Model ID: iMac15,1 (3.5GHz i5, 4.0GHz i7) iMac (27-inch Late 2013)(September, 2013) Model ID: iMac14,2 (3.2GHz i5, 3.4GHz i5, 3.5GHz i7) iMac (27-inch Late 2012)(November, 2012) Model ID: iMac13,2 (2.9GHz i5, 3.2GHz i5, 3.4GHz i7) Upgrade Kits available with and without installation toolkits Note: Professional installation is highly recommended. Before attempting to perform this installation, please watch the OWC Install Video, corresponding to your machine, in its entirety to determine your ability to perform this complex upgrade.If you are not fully confident in your ability to upgrade the drive in your 2009-2010 iMac after watching the OWC Install Video, you can have OWC upgrade your iMac where our certified technicians will expertly upgrade your iMac and ship it back to you. Important Installation Note Leaving original adhesive or other foreign material on the display glass or chassis may result in a poor bond, causing the glass to disconnect from the chassis. Remove any adhesive residue or other foreign material from the display glass and chassis before re-assembling the iMac. Avoid adjusting the screen during re-assembly. Adjusting the screen during re-assembly may result in a poor bond, causing the glass to disconnect from the chassis. Allow adhesive to cure for 20 minutes before standing the iMac upright. Review: Top quality and great for DIY repair/upgrade. - I had the very unfortunate event of my 2017 iMac’s fusion drive going failing one random day, and rather than paying over the odds for a repair through Apple, I hunted around on YouTube and forums for DIY tutorials. Now, this is no easy task and be aware that using one of these kits will likely void some kind of warranty, but I went for it and glad I chose this product. I followed the guide that came with it, and it felt genuinely straight forward. I had to purchase my own SATA SSD and mount, but this was honestly not that hard to do by yourself. I read many horror stories about the iMac screen falling out a few days/weeks after but mine is rock solid and I chose to wait a month before writing this review. This is a top quality product and if like me, you’ve had the fusion drive give up on you, or if you just want to speed up your ageing iMac, get this product, a decent SSD drive and you’ll really notice a difference. My 2017 model is incredibly fast now and completely silent. Review: Everything you need - If the description matches what you are looking for then this is a great option. I would say however that this is not an easy job. Even with all the correct equipment it is easy to make a mistake and end up with a broken computer. I've been working on computers for over 20 years and apple devices nearly as long and I've broken (irreparably) at least 1 iMac trying this. Before buying this think really carefully about whether you should. ## Features - Includes all cables and tools necessary for drive installation into main drive bay of Apple iMac 2012 and Later Models-Hard drive sold separately - Upgrade your iMac with any SATA drive, No Software hacks, AHT Diagnostic compatible - iMac 2012 and later Models: Compatible with 2012 and Later iMac Models: (2012 Model ID: iMac13,2) (2013 Model ID: iMac14,2) (2014 Model ID: iMac15,1) (2015 Model ID: iMac15,1) (2015 Model ID: iMac17,1) (2017 model ID: iMac18,3) and (2019 model ID: iMac19,1) - Includes: OWC In-line Digital Thermal Sensor Cable, 2 suction cups for the outer glass removal, OWC Torx T8S Driver, OWC Torx T10S Driver, NewerTech Pry Tool, OWC Microfiber Pro Cleaning Cloth, OWC Pick (for screen separation), Adhesive strips (for screen re-attachment) - 1 Year OWC Limited Warranty- Free install videos available on manufacturer's site ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00J42HP9O | | Best Sellers Rank | 130,613 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 626 in Internal Solid State Drives 1,364 in Desktop PCs 1,524 in Hard Drive Accessories | | Brand | OWC | | Cable Type | SATA | | Cable type | SATA | | Colour | Black | | Compatible Devices | Desktop | | Compatible Phone Models | No Compatible Phone Models | | Compatible devices | Desktop | | Compatible phone models | No Compatible Phone Models | | Connectivity Technology | SATA | | Connector Gender | Male | | Connector Type | Sata | | Connector type | Sata | | Country Of Origin | USA | | Customer Package Type | Rigid box or equivalent | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 736 Reviews | | Ethernet Cable Category | Cat 6a | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00794504334753 | | Included Components | OWC Complete DIY Hard Drive Upgrade Kit for 27-inch iMac (2012-2019) | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor | | Item Shape | Round | | Item Type Name | In-Line Digital Thermal Sensor HDD Upgrade Cable and Install Tools for 27 inch iMac 2012 and later | | Item Weight | 9 g | | Manufacturer | Other World Computing | | Manufacturer Part Number | FBA_OWCDIYIMACHDD12 | | Model Name | FBA_OWCDIYIMACHDD12 | | Model Number | OWCDIYIMACHDD12 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Pins | 7 | | Other Special Features of the Product | Temperature Control | | Outer Material | Plastic | | Recommended Uses For Product | Hard drive upgrade for Apple iMac 2012 and later models | | Special feature | Temperature Control | | Specification Met | UL | | UPC | 794504334753 | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** OWC - **Cable type:** SATA - **Compatible devices:** Desktop - **Connector type:** Sata - **Special feature:** Temperature Control ## Images ![OWC In-Line Digital Thermal Sensor HDD Upgrade Cable and Install Tools for iMac 2012, (OWCDIYIMACHDD12) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41yqIcYfa9L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does this kit come with the 'pizza cutter' tool for working around the edge of the screen to cut the adhesive strips before removing the screen?** A: Yes mine did and it worked just great for opening the screen. Everything in the box was per the image and product description **Q: Would this be suitable for a 27" 2019 model?** A: Hello, this would be compatible for a 27" 2019 iMac. **Q: Does this come with the required temperature sensor? Thanks.** A: Hi, mine did, there is a small male-female lead with a sensor attached. Been working fine since I purchased... Dan **Q: Shouldn’t this kit come with a 2.5 to 3.5 drive adapter? If not, which one should I buy?** A: drive adapter is not included I bought this one NewerTechnology 2.5-3.5-Inch Adapter Drive Fits perfectly ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Top quality and great for DIY repair/upgrade. *by E***O on 8 November 2021* I had the very unfortunate event of my 2017 iMac’s fusion drive going failing one random day, and rather than paying over the odds for a repair through Apple, I hunted around on YouTube and forums for DIY tutorials. Now, this is no easy task and be aware that using one of these kits will likely void some kind of warranty, but I went for it and glad I chose this product. I followed the guide that came with it, and it felt genuinely straight forward. I had to purchase my own SATA SSD and mount, but this was honestly not that hard to do by yourself. I read many horror stories about the iMac screen falling out a few days/weeks after but mine is rock solid and I chose to wait a month before writing this review. This is a top quality product and if like me, you’ve had the fusion drive give up on you, or if you just want to speed up your ageing iMac, get this product, a decent SSD drive and you’ll really notice a difference. My 2017 model is incredibly fast now and completely silent. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Everything you need *by M***R on 14 May 2019* If the description matches what you are looking for then this is a great option. I would say however that this is not an easy job. Even with all the correct equipment it is easy to make a mistake and end up with a broken computer. I've been working on computers for over 20 years and apple devices nearly as long and I've broken (irreparably) at least 1 iMac trying this. Before buying this think really carefully about whether you should. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good branded kit. *by A***R on 15 August 2021* Top quality kit as part of hard drive replacement. Very easy to use. Would have no problems in recommending this to anyone and would certainly purchase again for another machine. ## Frequently Bought Together - OWC in-Line Digital Thermal Sensor HDD Upgrade Cable and Install Tools for iMac 2012, (OWCDIYIMACHDD12) - NewerTech AdaptaDrive 2.5" to 3.5" Drive Converter Bracket - Samsung 870 EVO SATA III SSD 1TB 2.5” Internal Solid State Drive, Upgrade PC or Laptop Memory and Storage for IT Pros, Creators, Everyday Users, MZ-77E1T0B/AM --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.no/products/53541916-owc-in-line-digital-thermal-sensor-hdd-upgrade-cable-install](https://www.desertcart.no/products/53541916-owc-in-line-digital-thermal-sensor-hdd-upgrade-cable-install) --- *Product available on Desertcart Norway* *Store origin: NO* *Last updated: 2026-10-12*