High Performance CPU Cooling

[Smeckop]

Hey guys I have just finished writing up first water cooling setup. It is just for my CPU.

My current system is:

- Q6600 @ 3.4Ghz
- P5K-E Wifi
- 88ooGt
- 3G 800Mhz

My GPU doesn't run hot enough to deserve special treatment, i will look to upgrade in the future but.

All prices are in $Aus.

MAIN UNIT:

- Case: TJ-07 ($350.00)
- CPU Block: FuZion CPU Block with Pro-Mount ($87.50)
- Pump: MCP655 12v (Laing D5 Vario) ($130.00)
- Raidiator: PA120.3 Radiator ($195.00)
- Reservoir: MicroRes Hi-Flo Reservoir ($29.00)

ACCESSORIES:

- 4x High Flow Chrome Barb G1/4 - 1/2" ($16.00)
- FuZion CPU Accelerator Nozzle kit ($9.00)
- 4x G3/8" BSP O-Ring Sealing 1/2" Fitting ($11.90)
- [2 Metres] Tygon R-3400 UV Resistant Tubing (Black 5/16 7/16 1/16) ($23.00)
- 120mm Silent Fan - Black - 4 Fan Pack ($28.00)
- Artic Silver 5 - 3.5g ($9.50)
- 6x Norma Hose Clamps ($12.00)
- Supercool Additive - Clear ($6.00)

Total: $906.90

ok questions haha.

1) Will this system work together?
2) Do i need the O-Rings/how many do i need?
3) Is this tubing good/will it fit inwith the rest of my fittings? (www.gammods.com.au/store...&products_id=384)
4) Any further advice?

[alo]

You could pick a DDC-3.2 pump with a good top, like AlphaCool's or Petra's one.

Tubing seems to be 5/16" ID - 7/16" OD, please check... If this is true, you will definitely have problems if you want to use 1/2" OD barbs. It would be good for 3/8" barbs, but if you want 1/2" OD barbs, look for 7/16" ID hose...

[Smeckop]

You could pick a DDC-3.2 pump with a good top, like AlphaCool's or Petra's one.

would this make much of a performance difference?

Tubing seems to be 5/16" ID - 7/16" OD, please check... If this is true, you will definitely have problems if you want to use 1/2" OD barbs. It would be good for 3/8" barbs, but if you want 1/2" OD barbs, look for 7/16" ID hose...

ok thankyou for that, so would this be better?
http://www.gammods.com.au/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_3&products_id=385

[alo]

If you plan to buy in that shop, I would take either this (http://www.gammods.com.au/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_3&products_id=390) with 1/8" wall thickness, or if you want cheaper one, then this (http://www.gammods.com.au/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_3&products_id=391) with 3/32" walls.

Actually I haven't used any of them by myself, but AFIK there is one simple rule of thumb - the thicker the hose walls, the less kinking you'll have.

Let's wait for some gurus to comment on this.

[alo]

Also MasterKleer tubing has a good reputation here, so may be this (http://www.gammods.com.au/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_3&products_id=94) one is the way to go.
Moreover, it is the cheapest.

[Smeckop]

ok thankyou for your help alo with the tubing

[NaeKuh]

words of wise, if you go ddc, get the XSPC rev. 2 top. you can buy them at performance-pcs.com

just trust me on this.

[Smeckop]

is there anything wrong with the Laing D5 Vario 12v Pump (http://www.gammods.com.au/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_88&products_id=400) is it that much better than Laing-DDC 3.2 (18w) 12v Pump (http://www.gammods.com.au/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=399). i can't really find any difference between them besides the shape haha

[Conumdrum]

Nothing really different. If I remember right with the Petras top you actually get better pressure + flow rate on the DDC 3.2. Great for the FuZion quad nozzle. I like the D5 vario, it's what I got.

[alo]

ok thankyou for your help alo with the tubingYou are :welcome:! :toast:
We have similar configs, so post your results when you finish building the loop!