WC looop spec check please

NoNameNoNumber · 20 Oct 2013 at 20:05

Hello,

I intend to WC a 2500k @4.2GHz and sometime in the future the HIS Ice-Q Boost 7950. I've compiled the following after a bit of googling and research on here.

It's a toss up between the EK supremacy or the Raystorm... Comments?

Also I don't really have space for a separate pump/res so a combo with a small footprint is needed.

I'm in no rush so I'll be posting up a wanted thread soon once I've made my mind up, I don't mind used parts.

YOUR BASKET
1 x OcUK Tech Lab - 10w DDC Pump & EK-DDC X-RES 100 CSQ Value Combo £89.99
1 x XSPC RayStorm CPU WaterBlock (Intel) £51.98
1 x Hardware Labs Black ICE Radiator GT Stealth 240 £35.99
1 x Hardware Labs Black ICE Radiator GT Stealth 120 £27.49
2 x Primochill Primoflex Advanced Tubing 13/10 - Clear £5.99 (£11.98)
8 x Monsoon 13/10mm (ID 3/8 OD 1/2) Free Center Compression Fitting - Black Chrome £5.29 (£42.32)
Total : £271.16 (includes shipping : £9.50).

What are your thoughts?

virdee2 · 20 Oct 2013 at 20:22

it maybe cheaper to get those compression fittings in a pack of 6 + 2 mate... worth a check

Alex h · 20 Oct 2013 at 20:26

as above by in a pack will save you money

NoNameNoNumber · 20 Oct 2013 at 20:30

Yes true, I've yet to shop around.
Here's another approach...
YOUR BASKET
1 x XSPC RayStorm CPU WaterBlock (Intel) £51.98
1 x EK DCP 4.0 Pump (12v) £39.98
1 x Hardware Labs Black ICE Radiator GT Stealth 240 £35.99
1 x Aqua Computer Aqualis ECO 100ml with Nano Coating £34.99
1 x Hardware Labs Black ICE Radiator GT Stealth 120 £27.49
2 x Primochill Primoflex Advanced Tubing 13/10 - Clear £5.99 (£11.98)
8 x XSPC G1/4" to 3/8" ID, 1/2" OD Compression Fitting (Black Chrome) £2.99 (£23.92)
Total : £237.72 (includes shipping : £9.50).

NoNameNoNumber · 21 Oct 2013 at 11:23

Any comments?

NoNameNoNumber · 22 Oct 2013 at 17:36

Addicted · 22 Oct 2013 at 17:38

I'd get thicker radiators, they seem a bit pointless being that thin.

I'd also upgrade the pump to a DDC or a D5 just for peace of mind.

NoNameNoNumber · 22 Oct 2013 at 19:53

OK so with the D5/DDC what fronts and res' work well?

Is a Laing D5 the one to go for or a variation of?

Uncle Petey · 22 Oct 2013 at 20:10

What case is this going in?

NoNameNoNumber · 22 Oct 2013 at 20:46

Butchered Antec 300 if I can.

Alex_91 · 22 Oct 2013 at 20:54

I presume you have got 2 rads because it will fit better? With my last build I wish I went with fewer, larger rads... if you plan to expand in the future, definitely consider the setup for the long run (unlike what I did!).

NoNameNoNumber · 22 Oct 2013 at 21:02

Here's the most recent pic albeit a lot of the components have changed but the 240 rad has 4 fans fitted and there's room for another 120 on the rear exhaust

The intention is to either fit a small tube res above the PSU or fit a pump/res combo on the floor in front of the PSU

Uncle Petey · 22 Oct 2013 at 21:08

Looks like you'd be fine with a nice thick 240 rad (make extra sure with the height measurements) and a 120 at the back.
Should be ok with a 140-150mm res above the psu if you wanted to put it there.

Alex_91 · 22 Oct 2013 at 21:15

If you go for a tube res, Mayhems Aurora range would become available (as you cant use the Aurora's with a Bay res)
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/pimg/WC-009-MH_78027_350.jpg

Uncle Petey · 22 Oct 2013 at 21:36

It's still not something you want to use for extended periods.

NoNameNoNumber · 22 Oct 2013 at 21:41

Why not?

Jokester · 22 Oct 2013 at 21:43

NoNameNoNumber said:
Why not?

Aurora is not designed for constant use. It has been developed for show System's (modding) and Photo work. The life span of Aurora Coolants is around 6months. Please keep this in mind when ordering. If looking for a fluid for a Home system / Gaming system please use Mayhems X1 or Mayhems Pastel range of fluids there are fully tested and working in any kind of loop.

NoNameNoNumber · 23 Oct 2013 at 12:48

Ah I see, I didn't realise that the Aurora was a type of fluid not the res itself

So on the rad front
There's no good reason not to go with one of these providing it fits
YOUR BASKET
1 x Hardware Labs Black ICE Radiator GT Xtreme 240 £56.99
Total : £66.89 (includes shipping : £8.25).

NoNameNoNumber · 23 Oct 2013 at 21:16

Any thoughts on the Raystorm/EK block?

Jokester · 23 Oct 2013 at 21:19

Raystorm's are top performing CPU blocks, the only down side is the mounting mechanism is one of the worst I've come across. EK blocks are generally good quality.