Water Cooling Project - Page 2

Concept CBF · 12th August 2009, 6:36 PM

Not sure what you mean by bottom of a tube loop but most people have them to look neat or if there tubing cannot bend around a corner etc..

Get a res and tip it upside down when u drain and shake etc.

Lothar_Wolf · 12th August 2009, 8:48 PM

I am getting the XSPC top and res combo.

the 90 degree fittings at the bottom of the tube is meaning like the tube from the CPU to GPU. Off the CPU it is either straight or angled and the tube runs down the the GPU and is connect via a 90 degree connector. That is one example... and all other top to bottom tubes hhave that arrangement.

I like the idea of a pull off tube would mean I could leave everything where it was and just drain. I jsut dunno about the connections/fittings. I like the idea of a tap like arrangement as well.

Lothar_Wolf · 13th August 2009, 11:13 PM

Pics of my current air system.

aeolas · 14th August 2009, 7:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Lothar_Wolf

Pics of my current air system.
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ok checked it, its very small picture but i think i can manage it :P i try to figure out where placement etc

OhFoRkMe · 14th August 2009, 7:36 AM

I think you need some better pictures, impossible to see whats going on.

Lothar_Wolf · 14th August 2009, 7:42 AM

Righto.

I had photoshop shrink them down. I will upload forum quality tonight.

aeolas · 15th August 2009, 12:51 AM

at this moment i am drawing the loop for u, i use actual messurements of the components. and didnt do the GPU in the loop yet.

Lothar_Wolf · 15th August 2009, 1:42 AM

Thanks for your help. I had some technical issues with the HTPC atm.

I have continued to explore the different parts you can get. It is so hard to get complete listings of parts from manufactures.

Lothar_Wolf · 15th August 2009, 1:21 PM

I am measuring up and designing a set up. My sketch to follow.

The big stumbling block for me is the space at the bottom of the case. Placing my 4870x2 video card on the top x16 slot only gives me approximately 11.5cms from the top of my 12cmx2.5cm fan on the bottom of the case. The XSPC top/res is like 20cm and if I stand it vertical there is not room for it. Don't forget I proposed mounting on Un design brackets. I am not sure of a hortizontal mount for it... it is not recommended.

Next thought is a straight top and a res in the 5.25 bays. More expense but appears to be the best solution for my case. I was looking at the tops and the reviews are a little dated. What is the best top (with small res) for pressure?

EDIT: I think the MCRES-Micro Rev2 Hi-Flo Reservoir is the go. Small and easy to use.

Lothar_Wolf · 15th August 2009, 10:10 PM

Here is my proposal - the first one.

I am not sure about the tubing through the holes. The TT case has them just bear metal. I think the 1/2" tubes will be tight.

I have updated the equipment list, including the fittings.

Feedback/advice appreciated.

aeolas · 16th August 2009, 1:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Lothar_Wolf

Here is my proposal - the first one.

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I am not sure on the fittings at the moment but I do want to set it up with Koolance QC so that the rad can be isolated. I also want to set up a ball value like dreamaxx set up so I can drain the system. Maybe use the tubing holes at the bottom of the case to drain into a tray.

I am not sure about the tubing through the holes. The TT case has them just bear metal. I think the 1/2" tubes will be tight.

I am about to update my OP so proposal #1 equipment list is up. This will also have the flow diagram as well.

Feedback/advice appreciated.

you got a nice think out there :P good good. but as i see your drawing i was assuming u had a 240 rad but u are going to use a 480 i see. In my oppion, i dont really like mounting on the back fo the case doesnt look so good for my taste :P but its your pc. Does it matter if i design with 480 put somewhere else, and other design with 360 and 240 or 360 with 120 rads?

You are not planning to wc the GPU yet right?

[edit] do you think that 3 fans will fit under the case??? can u measure that? cause my first plan was to put a res below... then if the 3 or 2 fans depends on your rad... can put below the case. Hopefully the feet of the case are high enough. that would be awsome i think. check it out please.

Regards Aeolas

Lothar_Wolf · 16th August 2009, 2:12 AM

2 fans can go under the cage. Not alot of clearance between the fan and the floor though.

I went to town as the bracket off the back will hold up to 480. I have decided to go 240 for now. I will only be cooling the CPU and NB.

In saying that... I am COMPLETELY open to suggestions. I will consider everything anyone wants to add. I have my first proposal up and I will work on a different second one soon.

alyxander · 16th August 2009, 2:46 AM

where can i buy the Enzotech Mosfet MST-81??? i wanna replace my rampage formula heatsinks

aeolas · 16th August 2009, 3:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Lothar_Wolf

2 fans can go under the cage. Not alot of clearance between the fan and the floor though.

I went to town as the bracket off the back will hold up to 480. I have decided to go 240 for now. I will only be cooling the CPU and NB.

In saying that... I am COMPLETELY open to suggestions. I will consider everything anyone wants to add. I have my first proposal up and I will work on a different second one soon.

is it possible to move the PSU to the bottom back??

[edit] maybe easier to add each other on msn talk faster easier. what u think?

Lothar_Wolf · 16th August 2009, 3:48 AM

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Originally Posted by alyxander

where can i buy the Enzotech Mosfet MST-81??? i wanna replace my rampage formula heatsinks

I got mine from Sidewinders many moons ago. I checked and they are still there. Link

13th August 2009, 11:13 PM	#18
Lothar_Wolf Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Koongal, 4701 Posts: 875	Pics of my current air system. Last edited by Lothar_Wolf; 15th August 2009 at 6:51 PM. Reason: Bigger pics

14th August 2009, 7:36 AM	#20
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15th August 2009, 1:21 PM	#24
Lothar_Wolf Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Koongal, 4701 Posts: 875	I am measuring up and designing a set up. My sketch to follow. The big stumbling block for me is the space at the bottom of the case. Placing my 4870x2 video card on the top x16 slot only gives me approximately 11.5cms from the top of my 12cmx2.5cm fan on the bottom of the case. The XSPC top/res is like 20cm and if I stand it vertical there is not room for it. Don't forget I proposed mounting on Un design brackets. I am not sure of a hortizontal mount for it... it is not recommended. Next thought is a straight top and a res in the 5.25 bays. More expense but appears to be the best solution for my case. I was looking at the tops and the reviews are a little dated. What is the best top (with small res) for pressure? EDIT: I think the MCRES-Micro Rev2 Hi-Flo Reservoir is the go. Small and easy to use. Last edited by Lothar_Wolf; 15th August 2009 at 1:38 PM. Reason: Found a possible res

15th August 2009, 10:10 PM	#25
Lothar_Wolf Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Koongal, 4701 Posts: 875	Here is my proposal - the first one. I am not sure about the tubing through the holes. The TT case has them just bear metal. I think the 1/2" tubes will be tight. I have updated the equipment list, including the fittings. Feedback/advice appreciated. Last edited by Lothar_Wolf; 16th August 2009 at 3:55 PM. Reason: Updated Proposal #1

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12th August 2009, 8:48 PM	#17
Lothar_Wolf Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Koongal, 4701 Posts: 875	I am getting the XSPC top and res combo. the 90 degree fittings at the bottom of the tube is meaning like the tube from the CPU to GPU. Off the CPU it is either straight or angled and the tube runs down the the GPU and is connect via a 90 degree connector. That is one example... and all other top to bottom tubes hhave that arrangement. I like the idea of a pull off tube would mean I could leave everything where it was and just drain. I jsut dunno about the connections/fittings. I like the idea of a tap like arrangement as well.

14th August 2009, 7:42 AM	#21
Lothar_Wolf Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Koongal, 4701 Posts: 875	Righto. I had photoshop shrink them down. I will upload forum quality tonight.

15th August 2009, 12:51 AM	#22
aeolas Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Amsterdam, City of Weed:) Posts: 474	at this moment i am drawing the loop for u, i use actual messurements of the components. and didnt do the GPU in the loop yet.

15th August 2009, 1:42 AM	#23
Lothar_Wolf Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Koongal, 4701 Posts: 875	Thanks for your help. I had some technical issues with the HTPC atm. I have continued to explore the different parts you can get. It is so hard to get complete listings of parts from manufactures.

16th August 2009, 2:12 AM	#27
Lothar_Wolf Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Koongal, 4701 Posts: 875	2 fans can go under the cage. Not alot of clearance between the fan and the floor though. I went to town as the bracket off the back will hold up to 480. I have decided to go 240 for now. I will only be cooling the CPU and NB. In saying that... I am COMPLETELY open to suggestions. I will consider everything anyone wants to add. I have my first proposal up and I will work on a different second one soon.