--- product_id: 261119793 title: "OWC Mercury Pro 5.25\" Optical Drive External Enclosure" brand: "owc" price: "£165.51" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 category: "Owc" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/261119793-owc-mercury-pro-5-25-optical-drive-external-enclosure store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 48X CD read speed USB 3.0 high-speed interface Durable aluminum enclosure OWC Mercury Pro 5.25" Optical Drive External Enclosure **Brand:** owc **Price:** £165.51 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💼 Elevate your mobile media game with the Mercury Pro – power, speed, and style in one sleek package! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** OWC Mercury Pro 5.25" Optical Drive External Enclosure by owc - **How much does it cost?** £165.51 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/261119793-owc-mercury-pro-5-25-optical-drive-external-enclosure) ## 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 - • **Whisper-Quiet Operation:** Work or play without distractions thanks to near-silent drive performance. - • **Blazing Fast 48X CD Reads:** Experience lightning-quick data access and media playback with ultra-fast optical speeds. - • **Seamless USB 3.0 Connectivity:** Plug and play with the latest USB 3.0 for lag-free transfers and universal compatibility. - • **Sleek & Sturdy Aluminum Build:** Crafted from premium aluminum for durability and a modern, professional look. - • **Ultimate Portability for On-the-Go Pros:** Compact and lightweight design perfect for traveling managers and digital nomads. ## Overview The OWC Mercury Pro 5.25" Optical Drive External Enclosure combines a robust aluminum chassis with USB 3.0 connectivity to deliver fast 48X CD read speeds. Designed for professionals on the move, it offers quiet operation and broad compatibility with PCs, laptops, and gaming consoles, making it an essential portable optical drive solution. ## Description International products have separate terms, are sold from abroad and may differ from local products, including fit, age ratings, and language of product, labeling or instructions. Review: sturdy and good one - sturdy and good one Review: Hefty case that looks great on a desk - I've had several optical drives from old Mac Pro systems and thought this would be a good companion for a Mac Pro. And it is, it looks great on top of a Mac tower case, it blends in. It's not meant to be portable - with an optical drive inside it, it weighs just over 3 pounds, and just over 2 pounds empty; it's meant to look great on your desk or shelf. Very solid construction, no sharp edges or other manufacturing issues. I knew it would come with a US power adapter only but luckily it works with 100-240V and it's the bog-standard barrel jack. It says it's USB 3.2 but I couldn't verify because I don't have any bluray drives that would saturate the USB bandwidth. I know I can burn DVDs at maximum speed. ## Features - Portable - CD Burner - Quiet ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B06XRCCV44 | | Best Sellers Rank | #129,231 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) #222 in External CD & DVD Drives #96,066 in Computer Accessories & Peripherals | | Brand | OWC | | Brand Name | OWC | | Cache Memory Installed Size | 2 | | Compatible Devices | PC, Laptop, Gaming Console | | Customer Package Type | Box | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,576 Reviews | | Enclosure Material | Aluminium | | Form Factor | Box | | Hard Disk Form Factor | 5.25 Inches | | Hard Disk Interface | USB 1.1 | | Hardware Interface | USB 3.0 | | Hardware Platform | PC | | Item Weight | 3.3 Pounds | | Manufacturer Part Number | MR3UKIT | | Material | Aluminium | | Model Name | OWCMR3UKIT | | Model Number | OWCMR3UKIT | | Network Connectivity Technology | USB | | Optical Storage Read Speed | 48X CD | | Product Features | CD Burner, Portable, Quiet | | Special Feature | CD Burner , Portable, Quiet | | Specific Uses For Product | traveling, external use with laptops and gaming consoles | | UPC | 812437023701 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** OWC - **Hardware Interface:** USB 3.0 - **Hardware Platform:** PC - **Optical Storage Read Speed:** 48X CD - **Special Feature:** CD Burner, Portable, Quiet ## Images ![OWC Mercury Pro 5.25" Optical Drive External Enclosure - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61+-qK04H1L.jpg) ![OWC Mercury Pro 5.25" Optical Drive External Enclosure - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/717fl-WGhTL.jpg) ![OWC Mercury Pro 5.25" Optical Drive External Enclosure - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81IwJaNJX-L.jpg) ![OWC Mercury Pro 5.25" Optical Drive External Enclosure - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Uq8Zq43ML.jpg) ![OWC Mercury Pro 5.25" Optical Drive External Enclosure - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71WOZ7Sr+tL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ sturdy and good one *by K***R on 7 February 2022* sturdy and good one ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hefty case that looks great on a desk *by M***C on 5 December 2020* I've had several optical drives from old Mac Pro systems and thought this would be a good companion for a Mac Pro. And it is, it looks great on top of a Mac tower case, it blends in. It's not meant to be portable - with an optical drive inside it, it weighs just over 3 pounds, and just over 2 pounds empty; it's meant to look great on your desk or shelf. Very solid construction, no sharp edges or other manufacturing issues. I knew it would come with a US power adapter only but luckily it works with 100-240V and it's the bog-standard barrel jack. It says it's USB 3.2 but I couldn't verify because I don't have any bluray drives that would saturate the USB bandwidth. I know I can burn DVDs at maximum speed. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best USB external Blu-ray drive solution with a 5.25 Inch drive. *by J***S on 5 August 2025* Very premium and robust aluminium (luckily not stainless steel anymore) case. Works flawlessly with macOS 11.6. ## Frequently Bought Together - OWC Mercury Pro 5.25" Optical Drive External Enclosure (NO Drive) - ASUS BW-16D1HT - ultra-fast 16X Blu-ray burner with M-DISC support, black - Cable Matters USB C to USB B 3.0 Cable - 3.3ft, USBC to USB-Type B 3.0 Cable, USB-B to USB-C, Black --- ## 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.co.uk/products/261119793-owc-mercury-pro-5-25-optical-drive-external-enclosure](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/261119793-owc-mercury-pro-5-25-optical-drive-external-enclosure) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-27*