Crack in cpu Cooler

[craigmmmm]

Would you be worried about what appears to be cracks in my cpu cooler

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[Mcnumpty2323]

I would yeah
Had micro cracks in acrylic before
They leaked eventually
But then I have 3 or 4 spares
In my cupboard
And quick disconnects
So swapping cpu blocks wouldn't
Require draining down to do it

 

[craigmmmm]

Looks like a new one then, Thanks

 

[Mcnumpty2323]

Looks like a new one then, Thanks

It could stay like that for years
With no problem
Or leak tomorrow
Just not worth the risk though
And you're welcome

 

[ChrisLX200]

Next time don't over-tighten the gland nut

 

[craigmmmm]

Next time don't over-tighten the gland nut

I only done it finger tight and its been ok for last 2 years

 

[ChrisLX200]

I only done it finger tight and its been ok for last 2 years

I do hate perspex and it does crack for little or no reason at all, especially when drilled/machined (or when you use solvent glue, or look at it sideways...). A bit of heat on cut edges will help seal any micro cracks but watch it doesn't warp/bend