Simple Loop Advice

vinney222

vinney222

vinney222

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Good Morning Guys,
I'm fairly new to water cooling. I've seen some pics of the various loops people have and I'm very impressed. I have a very simple loop that is a Swiftech H2O 220 Edge HD that is just to cool the cpu (Intel 5960Xextreme) The gpu came with it's own sealed system (geforce gtx titan x hybrid) I have this in a Corsair Air 540 case. A friend built the system for me and I really fancied the look of water cooling but I wanted to start simple to get used to it. I changed the coolant a few days ago and felt pleased with myself for that, but I think it would have been easier with a drain in the system. The Swiftech came with 19/13mm tubing. I've been looking at all the different fittings but I must admit to being confused. I would love some advice on how to put in a drain, for easier maintenance, but also any suggestions on improving the look of this loop. I would prefer to keep it all contained within the case and I am keen to learn.
I'm sorry I don't know how to post a pic of my setup. I have one on my pc.
 
vinney222 said:
Good Morning Guys,
I'm fairly new to water cooling. I've seen some pics of the various loops people have and I'm very impressed. I have a very simple loop that is a Swiftech H2O 220 Edge HD that is just to cool the cpu (Intel 5960Xextreme) The gpu came with it's own sealed system (geforce gtx titan x hybrid) I have this in a Corsair Air 540 case. A friend built the system for me and I really fancied the look of water cooling but I wanted to start simple to get used to it. I changed the coolant a few days ago and felt pleased with myself for that, but I think it would have been easier with a drain in the system. The Swiftech came with 19/13mm tubing. I've been looking at all the different fittings but I must admit to being confused. I would love some advice on how to put in a drain, for easier maintenance, but also any suggestions on improving the look of this loop. I would prefer to keep it all contained within the case and I am keen to learn.
I'm sorry I don't know how to post a pic of my setup. I have one on my pc.
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If you host the picture on an external site, Photobucket etc, then you can link it from here.

Anyway; to put a drain in you're quickest method (although not the most pleasing to look at) is to find some quick disconnects that are the correct size for your tubing and add them in.

Other options include a 3 way joint (Like this

With a tap:
Like this

And 2 compression fittings:
These


Then the compression fittings screw into each side of the "T" and the tap will screw onto the threaded arm of the "T", you can then attach a tubing off cut to the end of the tap and drain your system.
 
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Hi,
Thanks for replying and great advice. Those fittings look fantastic. Makes my loop look a bit sad. I'm going to have to design a better looking loop including a drain, plus I'm not happy with the red coolant. I had white before to match the case so I might go back to that. I love those Mayhems Aurora coolants, but I've read they are only for show rigs and not everyday pc's. Shame!
Now I've dipped my toe in, so to speak, I've been bitten and now I've got the bug and want to learn more and improve what I have. Thanks again.
I wouldn't say no to any design suggestions you might offer?
 
vinney222 said:
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Hi,
Thanks for replying and great advice. Those fittings look fantastic. Makes my loop look a bit sad. I'm going to have to design a better looking loop including a drain, plus I'm not happy with the red coolant. I had white before to match the case so I might go back to that. I love those Mayhems Aurora coolants, but I've read they are only for show rigs and not everyday pc's. Shame!
Now I've dipped my toe in, so to speak, I've been bitten and now I've got the bug and want to learn more and improve what I have. Thanks again.
I wouldn't say no to any design suggestions you might offer?
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Mayhem's Aurora 2 would probably last a while in a simple loop; but you do have to know what you're doing with it since you need to remove part of the CPU plate for it to work correctly.

Design consderations:

You say you have a hybrid GPU & a AIO Cooler.

So you have 4 options:
Make 1 loop for all your components.
Make 1 loop for your CPU & leave your Hybrid GPU
Make 1 loop for your GPU and leave your CPU AIO cooler.
make 2 loops, one for each (although you may not have space for this.

So you need:
A radiator / loop (make sure you get as much Rad space as your case allows, this will allow for a lower fan speed requirement.
A pump / loop
A reservoir / loop (You can get a pump / Reservoir combo)
A CPU block
A GPU block

2 fittings / piece above for example:

1 x 240mm Radiator
1 x EK DCC Pump Res Combo
1 x EK Supermacy CPU block
6 X fittings
Tubing
 
Hi,
That's a big help, thanks.
The GPU is a Titan X Hybrid and came as a sealed loop. I'm not that confident to disturb that. So I think I'll make a loop for just the CPU. I'm ok for space as my case is the Corsair Air 540. Did the link to the photo come out as I hosted a couple of pics on Dropbox? I don't think I can use the reservoir you suggested though. With this Corsair case the drive bays are vertical not horizontal, which is a bit of a flaw imho. So I'll look for a different reservoir. I really like those fittings you suggested, so my design will be built around those.
I'm unsure whether to go for the Aurora coolant or not. I'll try and find some info about removal of the cpu plate you mentioned and take it from there.
Cheers
 
If you remove the SSD cage out the back it gives you enough space to mount a Pump/res combo above the psu.Then pass your tubes through the cable management gromets.

Aurora is a 'show fluid' and is designed to only be used over short periods of time,not as a 24/7 coolant.You can use it 24/7 but requires regular maintence/refilling to maintain the effect.

Theres no dropbox/pic links in your post m8
 
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