ASIC Mining
at Atlas.
Bitcoin mining hardware for people who already know what they're getting into. We sell the boxes. We tell you the truth about running them.
Mining hardware isn't a get-rich-quick scheme. It needs power, space, and patience. Read the disclaimers section near the bottom before committing.
Mining isn't black and white. There's a lot to weigh : electricity, space, noise, what coin you're mining, and Bitcoin's price doesn't sit still.
GPU mining isn't really profitable anymore. ASICs are a different story. They can be a real opportunity if you do your homework. Pay attention to the ROI — how long it takes to make your money back. Get that math right and the decision can pay off.
Do your research before you buy. The upside is real, but only if you know what you're walking into.
— Adib, Atlas Workshop
Featured ASICs
Canaan Avalon Q
Home-friendly. Standard outlet. Quiet enough to live with.
Bitmain Antminer S21 Pro
The workhorse. Loud, hot, and the math actually works.
Canaan Avalon Nano 3S
Desktop-size. Near-silent. Honestly a hobby kit.
Profitability Estimator
Live data: Bitcoin price refreshes every 60 seconds. Network hashrate every 4 hours.
Setup Guide
Read this before you order. It will save you money.
Where to mine
Your ideal mining location has three things: power capacity, ventilation, and distance from neighbours.
- Detached homes work better than apartments. You control the power, the noise, and the heat.
- Garages and outbuildings are top tier. Concrete handles heat, walls block noise.
- Basements can work but check for moisture. Hydro miners plus damp environments equal corrosion.
- Cold climates help. BC ambient temperatures stay reasonable. Winter mining is essentially free cooling.
- Open property beats townhomes. Neighbours who hear a constant 70 dB drone will call the city.
How much to mine
- 1 ASIC = curiosity or hobby. Learn the systems. Earn small Bitcoin. Understand the workflow.
- 4+ ASICs = serious returns territory. The economics shift when you can negotiate power rates and amortize infrastructure.
- 10+ ASICs = a real operation. You need dedicated space, possibly a sub-meter, and likely an LLC for tax purposes.
Power infrastructure
Most serious ASICs need 220V or 380V three-phase. Your wall outlet is 120V. The math doesn't work. Get a licensed electrician quote before ordering — $500 for a simple 220V drop, up to $2,000+ for three-phase work. Add that to your ROI math. If you don't own your home, get written permission.
Cooling and noise
Air-cooled units like the S21 Pro hit 75 dB — vacuum-cleaner range. They produce 3,500W of heat continuously. In a closet, they'll overheat in an hour. In a bedroom, you'll move out. Hydro units run at 50 dB but need water-loop infrastructure. Plan the physical space before the order arrives.
Pool selection
Solo mining is a lottery — don't do it unless you have 50+ ASICs. For everyone else, pools combine your hashrate with thousands of others and pay out consistently.
- Foundry USA, AntPool, F2Pool — the three largest, most reliable Bitcoin pools.
- Pool fees range 1–3%. Established pools with higher fees often have better payout reliability.
- Avoid pools you've never heard of. Some steal hashrate by under-crediting your work.
Atlas tips and tricks
- Get a quality PSU surge protector. A surge can fry $10,000+ of hardware in milliseconds.
- Keep firmware updated. Bitmain releases efficiency improvements; updates can boost hashrate 1–3%.
- Track everything. Hashrate, electricity, BTC payouts, downtime. After 6 months you'll know if scaling makes sense.
- Resale value drops fast. Today's flagship is next year's mid-tier. Plan to recoup through mining itself, not resale.
Before You Buy
Mining is not passive income
Owning an ASIC doesn't mean money shows up while you sleep. Bitcoin's price moves, network difficulty climbs every two weeks, and your daily profit can shift by 30% in a month. Hardware breaks. Pools have outages. Your firmware needs updates. You may go weeks without profit if Bitcoin enters a bear market. The people making real money in mining are running 24/7 operations with fixed power contracts and a backup plan. If you're imagining "set it and forget it," set this page down instead.
You probably need an electrician
Most serious ASICs require 220V or 380V three-phase power. Your standard wall outlet is 120V. The math doesn't work. Before you order, talk to an electrician about installing a dedicated circuit. Costs vary — $500 for a simple 220V drop in a garage, up to $2,000+ for three-phase work in older homes. Add this to your ROI math. And if you don't own your home, get permission. Removing this stuff later is a project.
Heat and noise are real
An Antminer S21 Pro runs at 75 dB. That's between a vacuum cleaner and a chainsaw. It also generates as much heat as a 3,500-watt space heater — running constantly. In a closet, it'll overheat in an hour. In a bedroom, your partner will leave. The honest answer is: ASICs belong in a garage, a basement utility room with ventilation, or a dedicated mining shed. Hydro-cooled units run quieter (around 50 dB) but require water-cooling infrastructure that complicates the install. Plan the physical space before the order arrives.
Be Safe
Fake ASIC sellers
If a deal sounds too good — half MSRP, ships from a country you've never heard of, no return address on the listing — it's probably fake. Stick to direct manufacturer channels like Bitmain and Canaan, or go through Atlas. That's the safest way to make sure the machine you order is the machine that shows up.
"Guaranteed returns" is a lie
No one can guarantee mining profitability. Bitcoin price moves. Difficulty climbs. Anyone promising guaranteed daily returns is selling you a scam, a Ponzi, or both. Honest sellers give you the math and let you decide.
Verify the hardware
When your ASIC arrives, check the serial number against the manufacturer's database before you plug it in. Real Bitmain and Canaan units have registerable serials. Fakes don't. Take photos of unboxing in case you need to file a warranty claim later.
Pool selection matters
Some smaller pools quietly steal hashrate by under-crediting blocks. Stick to top-10 pools by network share. Foundry USA, AntPool, F2Pool, Binance Pool. Boring is safe.
Profitability volatility. Cryptocurrency mining profitability fluctuates significantly based on Bitcoin price, network difficulty, electricity costs, and other factors. Past performance does not guarantee future returns. Estimates shown on this page are based on current data and reasonable assumptions but should not be relied upon as financial projections. Mining may not be profitable for your specific circumstances.
Non-refundable hardware. Mining hardware is high-value, special-order equipment. Once an order ships from our supplier, it is non-refundable except where required by applicable consumer protection law. We honour manufacturer warranties (typically 365 days from Bitmain, Canaan, and MicroBT) and will assist with warranty claims, but Atlas Workshop is not the warranty issuer. Defective hardware claims are processed through the original manufacturer.
Not financial advice. Atlas Workshop sells mining hardware. We are not financial advisors. Information on this page about profitability, mining strategies, or cryptocurrency markets is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as investment advice. Cryptocurrency mining carries financial risk including the potential for total loss of investment. Consult a licensed financial advisor before making large capital commitments.