Watercooled Case Gallery

khemist · 25 Jul 2016 at 18:37

It's just the noise that is letting it down but i can't tell if it's just my setup, i really need to try it outside of the case, i can hear the pump a lot less when i press on the case in different areas so it might just be resonance.

Shame really as it's a really nice looking pump.

gatecrasherlok · 26 Jul 2016 at 20:55

khemist said:
It's just the noise that is letting it down but i can't tell if it's just my setup, i really need to try it outside of the case, i can hear the pump a lot less when i press on the case in different areas so it might just be resonance.

Shame really as it's a really nice looking pump.

ahh okay. I'm guessing if i plant it on the base of a case and put some foam at the bottom it should nullify the pump noise.

khemist · 27 Jul 2016 at 06:10

It SHOULD, just be aware it't always running at full speed and not pwm.

BornEvil · 6 Aug 2016 at 02:58

I've just finished my new build and thought i'll contribute here

I'm trying not to spam this thread so left out a lot of pictures from my build log here: https://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=18736617

On another note: is it possible to search for my post from ~2004-2008 (can't remember) within this thread? I'm trying to find my first WC build for laughs.

khemist · 6 Aug 2016 at 07:20

Looks great!, have a look in the archive - https://forums.overclockers.co.uk/forumdisplay.php?f=51 there wasn't a dedicated watercooled case gallery then i don't think.

Apem · 6 Aug 2016 at 13:21

Khemist you still using the new corsair fans what you think to them? Im stuck between them and the black Noctuas

khemist · 6 Aug 2016 at 13:33

Yeah, i love them, will be keeping them for years i think.

I like the sound signature of them better, i've got a couple of the industrial fans left for sale here if interested.

https://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=18740317&highlight=username_khemist

I've got that pump buzzing away still, i'm going to be sticking on a bequiet cooler today so i can hear the fans clearer and think about how i'm going to redo the loop with the ddc.

Apem · 6 Aug 2016 at 15:13

OOO can you let me know pls how it sounds with the bequiet on

khemist · 6 Aug 2016 at 15:14

In the middle of ripping loop out now.

Apem · 6 Aug 2016 at 15:19

Ordering a Define S on monday Khemist and trying to make my mind up on the cooler and fans now hehe

khemist · 7 Aug 2016 at 05:43

TBH i wouldn't bother, it takes a special build to make it look good... also i had some resonance in my case with the window, a solid side panel may help.

I say Caselabs, this case ive got , even though you have to do undo 14 odd screws to get to the inside of the case it's not a hassle because it takes seconds since everything fits together so well.

It's worth investing in a case that will last years if you add all the cheaper cases together.

I might even buy a Caselabs case of a different colour in the future.

khemist · 7 Aug 2016 at 07:08

I think part of the noise on my loop was the pump vibrations resonating off the metal tubing... just a thought... it might pay just to go port to port with zero slack and eliminate any resonance

Baboonanza · 7 Aug 2016 at 07:54

khemist said:
It's worth investing in a case that will last years if you add all the cheaper cases together.

I might even buy a Caselabs case of a different colour in the future.

I get bored of cases too quickly for that! I 'upgrade' the case more than any other component.

khemist · 7 Aug 2016 at 08:26

Changing cases is a pain though, from one cheap case to another no?

Apem · 7 Aug 2016 at 12:56

What would you recommend as you see in my sig im using the phanteks but i find it has a awful humming i think its coming from the roof vents so after something thats quiter and with better cooling. I will be going to switch to a Atx mobo eventually thats why im looking at a bigger case mid tower ect.

Artery · 7 Aug 2016 at 23:33

First custom loop. Everything flowing nicely and the temps are much better. I only have a problem with the bubbles in the res, anyone know how to sort them out?

khemist · 8 Aug 2016 at 04:11

Looks great.

Schizo · 8 Aug 2016 at 04:39

Artery said:
First custom loop. Everything flowing nicely and the temps are much better. I only have a problem with the bubbles in the res, anyone know how to sort them out?

http://i.imgur.com/4kzKv[/QUOTE]

The bubbles with go eventually.

khemist · 8 Aug 2016 at 04:54

Apem said:
What would you recommend as you see in my sig im using the phanteks but i find it has a awful humming i think its coming from the roof vents so after something thats quiter and with better cooling. I will be going to switch to a Atx mobo eventually thats why im looking at a bigger case mid tower ect.

I dunno, i always find something negative in all cases and i don't think you are willling to spend Caselabs money.

Apem · 8 Aug 2016 at 12:39

Nah not willing to spend that much mrs would have my ****s lol Im willing to spend 100 max on a case. What ive been looking at is the S340, Enthoo Pro M and the Define S. What do you think or can you think of something else m8?