Alternatives to O11 XL for custom loop?

TT158

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So, I misjudged my planned build in a Fractal Define 7. A 54mm thick radiator in the front is just a bit tight with the EK Quantum Kinetic D5 I bought. The main problem is fouling on the PSU shroud when mounting the pump. Finding a way to mount the pump to the shroud might work with the short FE GPU block, or using pull only fans at the front, but it's all a bit compromised, so I've decided on getting a new case.

The O11D XL is popular for a reason, with the only drawbacks being it won't fit nicely behind my TV, which I can deal with, and it is out of stock everywhere. I have ordered one from OCUK, but am wondering if there are any popular alternatives that would easily fit two 360 rads? (I'll maybe go triple with the O11D XL if I end up with that)
 
Phanteks Enthoo Pro II or Enthoo 719 should offer a lot of space and many options regarding rad installation.
Yes, the O11 is unusual (side intake or exhaust instead front), but works very well.
3 360 possible with the XL, and plenty of space to run loads of gear.
The non-XL version would restric your options, while keeping almost identical dimension, EXCEPT height.
Unless rad is really thick I wouldn't recommend push/pull, but at 54mm, you may see benefit going for it, but them would be a "lump" of 104mm.
 
TT158 said:
So, I misjudged my planned build in a Fractal Define 7. A 54mm thick radiator in the front is just a bit tight with the EK Quantum Kinetic D5 I bought. The main problem is fouling on the PSU shroud when mounting the pump. Finding a way to mount the pump to the shroud might work with the short FE GPU block, or using pull only fans at the front, but it's all a bit compromised, so I've decided on getting a new case.

The O11D XL is popular for a reason, with the only drawbacks being it won't fit nicely behind my TV, which I can deal with, and it is out of stock everywhere. I have ordered one from OCUK, but am wondering if there are any popular alternatives that would easily fit two 360 rads? (I'll maybe go triple with the O11D XL if I end up with that)
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swap for the Define 7 XL?
 
Grim5 said:
swap for the Define 7 XL?
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That was definitely an option. I grew really fond of the Define 7. The build quality is amazing and the dark tinted glass covers up my building sins. Also it's the same width as standard Define 7, so would have sat nicely in my current spot. I'd have really wanted to go dual 420 to make the most though, and I'm already invested in the world of 120mm.

MrPotato said:
Phanteks Enthoo Pro II or Enthoo 719 should offer a lot of space and many options regarding rad installation.
Yes, the O11 is unusual (side intake or exhaust instead front), but works very well.
3 360 possible with the XL, and plenty of space to run loads of gear.
The non-XL version would restric your options, while keeping almost identical dimension, EXCEPT height.
Unless rad is really thick I wouldn't recommend push/pull, but at 54mm, you may see benefit going for it, but them would be a "lump" of 104mm.
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Thanks for the recommendations. I've actually never seen much of Phanteks, but as it turned out, OCUK shipped my O11D XL this morning for Monday delivery, ahead ahead of schedule, so I'll stick with that.

I think I may be able to fit the 54mm in push / pull on the bottom, my slim 360 on the side, then maybe an EK PE360 on top.

Avathar77 said:
if you can find the stock anywhere - get anything!
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Yeah I was quite surprised how hard it was to find one! Looking forward to building in it though. It looks very easy to get into unlike the Define 7 packed with stuff.
 
TT158 said:
That was definitely an option. I grew really fond of the Define 7. The build quality is amazing and the dark tinted glass covers up my building sins. Also it's the same width as standard Define 7, so would have sat nicely in my current spot. I'd have really wanted to go dual 420 to make the most though, and I'm already invested in the world of 120mm.
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This define 7 XL has a 420 top and 420 front and a 120 rear

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