View Full Version : Finished cascade 3.0
FUGGER
02-06-2009, 03:16 PM
New gauges, two expansion tanks for second and third stages, wiring for all compressors, power box, compressors replacement on second and third stage, changed valve on 3rd stage, low temp oil change, and new fan mounts.
Quieter, colder, higher capacity, lower static pressure and screams in pain as it drops to -130c
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Ozzfest05
02-06-2009, 03:24 PM
Havent seen a build from you in a while cant wait to see progress
Stewie007
02-06-2009, 03:50 PM
Sounds to be interesting....
However, I cannot help but laugh when I imagine the little kitty avatar delivering the message..... hehehe...
runmc
02-06-2009, 04:34 PM
Are you the one doing the building or is Reggie? I hope you do it yourself and take lots of pictures. That would be fun :up:
FUGGER
02-06-2009, 05:17 PM
It will be 50/50, I measure and cut and Reggie will braze, we both triple check plumbing layout and direction.
I am pretty insistant on layout and charging pressures.
I will cut the block, reggie will assemble the lineset.
I also suggest new ideas to higher capacity with colder temps.
Together we have built a few great cascades sucessfully.
sdumper
02-06-2009, 06:11 PM
Look forward to seeing this come together
Gunslinger
02-06-2009, 06:13 PM
Not enough you're a master overclocker,
now a master phase builder as well. :worship:
viccan
02-06-2009, 06:17 PM
Speaking of Phase I was looking into this...
http://www.overclockers.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3678&catid=52:cooling&Itemid=4257
Not sure how reliable it would be but thought it would be an interesting project.
Good luck with the build and like everyone else would love to see some pics as you go..
EliTE22
02-06-2009, 06:24 PM
how many stages and what kind of temp are u shooting for?
nice work fugger, im sure there will be lots of benching to come as well once the new cascade is finished.
are you going to do something similar to what bazx has done with his recent cascade??
[XC] gomeler
02-07-2009, 08:25 AM
Really interested in seeing what you'll do for temperature adjustments of the evaporator. Given the vast disparities between CPU operating temperatures, I wonder if you plan on using an electronically controlled refrigerant system to pulse refrigerant or if you'll use a static refrigerant line and a hot-gas bypass to maintain a specific temperature. Really looking forward to seeing this build :up:
how many stages and what kind of temp are u shooting for?
Well, 4 compressors and 3 HXs, sounds like either 4 stages with 1 compressor per stage or 3 stages with 1 stage doubling up compressors and using the remaining HX as a pre-cooler as he mentioned. Since he's working with Reggie, I would imagine R-14 would be the final refrigerant yielding evap temps around -120C.
-Acid-
02-07-2009, 09:02 AM
modded tes2 to control evp temps and R14's load holding ability, now that its been proven to work very well by Bazx of Benchtec
http://www.benchtec.co.uk/images/baz/cascade6/r14tev/r14working/P1000756.jpg[/QUOTE]
Wow, that build's gonna be a thriller. :devil:
Entsafter
06-01-2009, 01:19 AM
Ill update the title later, Reggie will be involved with this build and I hope to get him motivated again.
Looks like he (Reggie) is still around you... Please let him know that I'll never forget what he promised and took from me!
eligray
06-02-2009, 10:54 PM
Can't wait to see how this turns out :)
WrigleyVillain
06-02-2009, 10:57 PM
Holy crap this is almost like the old days...but new...and all around awesome! :D
I'll stfu now and just observe.
chispy
06-03-2009, 10:03 PM
Great stuff Fugger , good luck on your built , keep us updated on the progress.
chispy.
FUGGER
12-05-2010, 08:42 PM
Finished.
More capacity, lower temp.
Tuning.
My rebuild was assisted by Fred.
Replaced the second and third stage, added expansion tanks for second and third stage, replaced filters, remounted the heat exchangers, power and start upgraded.
Gas bland not yet final, trying for -130's now
runmc
12-05-2010, 09:18 PM
good news Charles - I'm glad to see your making progress. :clap:
Patrickclouds
12-05-2010, 11:01 PM
and now show us some pics please :D
i canīt wait to see that unit
[XC] gomeler
12-06-2010, 12:43 PM
Pictures or it didn't happen :D
sdumper
12-19-2010, 09:35 AM
Like to see how this turned out as well.
FUGGER
01-01-2011, 09:10 PM
New gauges, two expansion tanks for second and third stages, wiring for all compressors, power box, compressors replacement on second and third stage.
Taken at Fred's place with Reggie assisting in charging the third stage.
Minor changes to the line set and block.
Quieter, colder, higher capacity, lower static pressure and screams in pain as it drops to -130c
FUGGER
01-01-2011, 09:11 PM
Done, updated first post.
wdrzal
01-01-2011, 09:25 PM
I'm Jealous,............................. I got a lot more Gray hair than Fred & Chilly, Oh and I didn't know they sold P0rn in hardcover, jk LOL
Happy New Year to everyone.
Walt
Gray Mole
01-01-2011, 09:25 PM
That's not a cascade, it's a Rocket Ship :D
Great to see! Awesome to see Reg out there too :)
CES party? Should be a cold one!
FUGGER
01-01-2011, 10:00 PM
A reference book of some sorts, he wanted to see the specs of what we were sending in.
I will have the unit at my office.
Patrickclouds
01-02-2011, 04:25 AM
looks good
what are the secs and gases of the unit?
3 seperate stages or any autocascades included?
zalbard
01-02-2011, 05:11 AM
Damn, it's tiny! Couldn't make a bigger unit? :p:
Just kidding... It's a monster, -130C is bloody impressive! Well done! :D
Will we see it in action (benches, etc)? ;)
sdumper
01-02-2011, 06:58 AM
Nice job Fugger, Reggie and Fred!!!!
Did you re-purpose a receiver for one of the expansion tanks?
nigelke
01-02-2011, 10:44 AM
Thats big O.o
good to see a new 3 stage
have a few Q.
whats the cap size and length on last stage
did you make the oil sep on the last stage ya selves or a manufacturer part
FUGGER
01-02-2011, 01:36 PM
No cap tube, the expansion valve that does a great job adjusting from 0 to 50 psi on the fly. There is also more work done to the line set not mentioned, multiple liquid lines to the block to increase capacity and eliminate oil clogging the block I also changed the oil on both stages.
Big blue Henry oil separator
A custom manifold was created for each stage, some lines were changed and paired to sub cool at intersections creating more of an auto cascading effect.
We did not use R1150 this time, my old charge was saved and bottled.
i am still thinking on the oil removal on my units last stage
atm i think i will go with two teprite 900 in parallel but still unsure it will work
is the unit off to ces
FUGGER
03-17-2011, 11:53 AM
Almost done, I will be close to -130c when done.
zalbard
03-17-2011, 12:16 PM
Very impressive temps! :up:
What load are you tuning it for?
there is something about these machines that i love
when you stand back and look @ what you have created there is a great deal of satisfaction
mad looking machine for a crazy sport
before
03-18-2011, 01:28 AM
Almost done, I will be close to -130c when done.
Sweet figure... :up:
FUGGER
03-19-2011, 10:35 AM
Updated pictures on the first page, 20 hours on it and the compressors are running nice and cool.
n00b 0f l337
03-19-2011, 10:42 AM
I see CPEV, what model if you don't mind? Looks like the $10 ebay one. Having much success?
FUGGER
03-19-2011, 11:33 AM
Maybe, link?
n00b 0f l337
03-19-2011, 05:10 PM
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=380129022880&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT#ht_596wt_905
These?
Buckeye
03-19-2011, 06:54 PM
That thing is a monster Charles :clap:
fatherTime27
03-20-2011, 08:52 PM
holy crap!