Spec a h2o setup please

Datamonkey

Datamonkey

Datamonkey

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Hi Guys,

Right the pump and block failure in my TT Kandalf has encouraged me to get a custom kit.

Can you guys spec me up something from bits that are in stock here.

Its going to go into the TT Kandalf case. 120x3 rad an such will fit fine.


So im just looking to cool the cpu a q6600 which is on an abit ip35-pro

Would like to have a filler tap as well to make life easier.

Cheers
 
D-Tek Block

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=WC-000-DT&groupid=701&catid=193&subcat=1034

Thermochill PA120.3 120mm Triple Radiator (allows scope for further add on ie G/Cs ect) (or just ultimate cooled CPU) (Dimensions: [LxWxD (mm)] 304x128x61) (not sure if that will fit a Kandalf?)


or alternative if just CPU and no further add ons

Thermochill PA120.2 120mm Double Radiator (Dimensions)[LxWxD (mm)] 304x128x61

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=WC-001-TO&groupid=701&catid=193&subcat=1041

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=WC-002-TO&groupid=701&catid=193&subcat=1041

Laing DDC-1T Pro 10watt Pump with Plexi Reservoir Top (can be filled directly) no need for an additional internal/external res or filler tap
 
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Nice one matey,

Now is there a mounting kit to mount this on the back of the case?

Measured up the res on the front of the Kandalf and the above deffo wont fit lol.


Edit, is all of the above available here?

I just want to be able to order it all and get it out on a sat delivery.

N00b to water customer water cooling, so would need a complete shopping list.

Once again cheers
 
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nice one CyZMyAssBaby,

Ok heres a little list i have so far. Gonna cost quite a bit lol

Sourced from all over the place now.

1 x EK Supreme Universal CPU Waterblock - Acetal 1/2"

1 x Laing DDC1+ 12V Ultra Pump with XSPC Delta Plexi Top 1/2"

1 x ThermoChill PA120.2 Dual Radiator now this is 3/8" can you get convertors??

1 x XSPC 5.25" Drive Bay Reservoir - Black again i need to get some 1/2" barbs for it??

2 x 12 mm (1/2'') Hose Connection G3/8 with O-ring for the above Drive bay res?? (guessing here)

2 meters of Tygon 1/2" (R3603) Tubing


Think that little lot should do me nicely?

Any additions removals?

Cheers
 
personally i would remove the EK supreme and use the D-tek as it is proven and has pedigree. There is not enough evidence supporting the supremes' performance especially vs the D-Tek.

You could consider getting the nozzle kit for the D-Tek does reduce temps even further

All the gear selected is fine

I think you will require barbs for the res, normally the barbs are separate unless stated otherwise

Excellent custom selection
 
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ok nice one dude,

how about the radiator though? its 3/8" fittings.

will 1/2" tubing fit ok ok? or will it spring a leak lol.

Cheers for your help.
 
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CyZMyAssBaby said:
personally i would remove the EK supreme and use the D-tek as it is proven and has pedigree. There is not enough evidence supporting the supremes' performance especially vs the D-Tek.
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OC3D have tested the Suprmem but havent published results yet, i'm told that the EK beat it by several degrees. I expect Matt to publish the article this week.
 
marcus000 said:
OC3D have tested the Suprmem but havent published results yet, i'm told that the EK beat it by several degrees. I expect Matt to publish the article this week.
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Thanks for the info but until results are published that is mere speculation. Successful testing/ conclusion requires more than 1 sources' submission of results and to beat the D-Tek by -7 degrees imo is an astounding feat.

I like evidence and not speculation 1 review does not sway me until i am able to compare reliable (sources)testers re, test bed information and what variables were controlled and uncontrolled during the test.
 
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Datamonkey said:
nice one CyZMyAssBaby,

Ok heres a little list i have so far. Gonna cost quite a bit lol

Sourced from all over the place now.

1 x EK Supreme Universal CPU Waterblock - Acetal 1/2"

1 x Laing DDC1+ 12V Ultra Pump with XSPC Delta Plexi Top 1/2"

1 x ThermoChill PA120.2 Dual Radiator now this is 3/8" can you get convertors??

1 x XSPC 5.25" Drive Bay Reservoir - Black again i need to get some 1/2" barbs for it??

2 x 12 mm (1/2'') Hose Connection G3/8 with O-ring for the above Drive bay res?? (guessing here)

2 meters of Tygon 1/2" (R3603) Tubing


Think that little lot should do me nicely?

Any additions removals?

Cheers
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I don't like the bay reservoir as I've seen lots with vortices and hence have lots of noisy bubbles in the system. Try a Swiftech MicroRes instead if you really feel the need of a reservoir. The 18W pump is way over the top for that system. The 10W pump that CyZMyAssBaby syggested originally is well over the top, but the 18W will just give you whooshing noises. These pumps are designed to pump water around a small house central heating system with 50-100' of 3/8" microbore pipe. You've got 6 feet on order! I know it's tempting to buy the more powerful one, but I think you'll regret it.

And I've just remembered I promised you pictures of the S80B with the 120.3 in the roof!
 
Hey WJA,

Good to hear from you.

Could you help out then? Im a complete W/C noob hence having the Kandalf in the first place.

Looking to replace the lot with something thats going to keep the q6600 atdecent temps.

This is becoming a mission into territory i dont understand lol, Have no problems building the kit, i just want to make sure i have everything i would need.

Tempted just to say sod it and buy another kit, at least that way i would be sure it would have everything i would need.

is the Swiftech H20-220 Apex Ultra Watercooling Kit

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=WC-014-SW&groupid=701&catid=193&subcat=1038

Such a bad choice then? Its got to be better than the Kandalf crap surely??

Send the pics over matey, address is in my trust.


Many Thanks for the help so far guys.
 
hey WJA

The pump is this one

Model DDC-1T Pro
Manufacturer Laing
Motor Type Electronical Commuted Ball Engine
Max Head 3.7M
LPH 420LPH
Operating Voltage 12V
Power Input 10W
Connector Type 4 Pin Molex
RPM Sensor 3 Pin Connector


So thats the 10w version, would that be ok?
 
Right new shopping list is as follows :-

Comment welcome please.


1x D-Tek FuZion Universal CPU Waterblock 1/2"

1x ThermoChill PA120.2 Dual Radiator 1/2" barbs below

1x Swiftech MCRES Micro Reservoir (easy way to top up and bleed the system) 1/2"

1x Laing DDC-1T 12V Pro Pump with XSPC Delta Plexi Top 10w version 1/2"

4x 12 mm (1/2'') Hose Connection G3/8 with O-ring 2 for the rad 2 spares.

10x Nylon Hose Clamp for 1/2" Tubing - Blue

2 meters XSPC 1/2" High Flex Clear / UV Blue (Tubing)

2x Feser One UV Blue (transparent) Coolant 1 Lt

Is 2lts of coolant enough?

Would i also need a shroud for the radiator?


So what do you guys think?
 
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I'm also speccing a first water cooling setup, and my current shopping list is similar. Is there any benefit to having the pump with the plexitop and a micro reservoir?
 
Hey up,

Well to be honest i just want the res for ease of filling and such, I can mount it in an easy to get to location,

Also from what i gather its a good idea to have a res quite high up to aid in getting rid of air in the system.
 
Just briefly gone through this thread, appears we are in the same boat datamonkey ;).

Again I have a similar spec to yours, but im desperately checking to make sure I haven't left anything out. Theres nothing worse then sitting down to build something, only to realise you don't have everything to hand :p.

Oh also, do you have fans for your rad?
 
Hey O-Jay

yep, i have some amber 120mm fans plenty of 120mm fans lying around lol.

All fun n games making up a list, like you say, i dont want to find im missing something vital just before xmas lol

1 thing i will need to add, swiftech radbox that CyZMyAssBaby suggested.
 
Swiftech MCB-120 Rev.2 Radbox Black Quantity: 1

D-Tek FuZion Universal CPU Waterblock Quantity: 1

ThermoChill PA120.2 Dual Radiator Quantity: 1

Swiftech MCRES Micro Reservoir Quantity: 1 Item

Laing DDC-1T 12V Pro Pump with OCLabs UV Blue Plexi Quantity: 1 Selected options: fittings: 1/2"Barb

12 mm (1/2'') Hose Connection G3/8 with O-ring Quantity: 4

Nylon Hose Clamp for 1/2" Tubing - Blue Quantity: 12

XSPC 1/2" High Flex Clear / UV Blue Quantity: 2

Feser One UV Blue (transparent) Coolant 1 Lt Quantity: 2


Order placed, hope to be playing with water cooling on monday.
 
The set-up looks good, it will defiantly perform better that the Thermaltake stuff.

How did you CPU block fail?

DeadMan
 
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