Bitcoin mining manufacturer Canaan has introduced the Avalon Mini 3 and Nano 3S, two devices that mine cryptocurrencies while also serving as home heaters.

Canaan, a technology company known for designing and developing ASIC chips, is making another attempt at something other mining companies have tried: making Bitcoin (Bitcoin) Mining platforms that double as heaters.

At CES in Las Vegas, Kanaan announced two new ones Bitcoin mining Devices: Avalon Mini 3 and Avalon Nano 3S. The company said in a statement that the rigs are designed to make cryptocurrency mining more accessible and to help turn home heating into a byproduct of mining. press release It's January. 8.

The Avalon Mini 3 has a hash rate of 37.5 THz per second and is designed to mine Bitcoin while also providing heat to the home. Kanaan claims that the device has a “quiet design” as well as an “energy-efficient solution for newcomers and mining enthusiasts.”

The Avalon Nano 3S, which has a hash rate of 6 Tbps, is an upgraded and affordable version aimed at beginners. The company says it is small and portable, making it suitable for those who want to start mining without requiring a large setup.

Canaan founder Ng Zhang says the main goal of the latest hardware is to make Bitcoin mining “accessible to everyone,” adding that the company is trying to reimagine “how technology can create value while reducing environmental waste.” Canaan is offering a pre-order deal until the end of February. The Avalon Nano 3S is priced at $249, and the Avalon Mini 3 is $899, while supplies last.

This isn't the first time mining hardware companies have tried to turn crypto hardware into home hardware. Companies like Heatbit and D-Central have introduced heating devices that also mine cryptocurrencies. While the concept is interesting, it seems that these devices have not gained much interest due to the high costs, noise, and volatility of the cryptocurrency market, keeping them in a niche market for now.