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Originally Posted by ON2H20
Did you mean Laing? :p: The evil of pedantic jokes is that one has to proofread every post afterwards :p: :p:Quote:
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Originally Posted by ON2H20
Did you mean Laing? :p: The evil of pedantic jokes is that one has to proofread every post afterwards :p: :p:Quote:
Originally Posted by ON2H20
Look again, you must have mis-quoted :)Quote:
Originally Posted by MrToad
Must be the red colour making the letters confused :p:Quote:
Originally Posted by ON2H20
So how about using the Aquaero 5 with dual loops? As in two flow sensors? Easy enough to set up shutdown on failure of TWO pumps, or failure of flow in TWO loops?
I dont see the problem with setting it up in a dual loop.. Runs 2 pumps channel 1 and 4, so why wouldnt it run in a dual loop?Quote:
Originally Posted by dreamaxx
Well I'm wondering if it can take two flow sensors, as well as two pumps...
Aquaero4 could take two flow sensors (one of channels could be used to connect 2nd one). I'm guessing it might be similar to to AA5 too. As for two pumps, it's been already written before - you can connect two DDC+ to it, just that you need to watercool it, to not overheat.
@ON2H20: thanks for the hint with the typo. We already saw that ourself after the video was done.
The pump was running w/o the top cover since we were too lazy to setup a loop for it. In the end it survived all tests :cool:
@Waterlogged: rare? That is a regular article which is in stock most of the time.
@dreamaxx: You can use two flow sensors on the aquaero. The second one can be used with fan channel 1. Of course in this case you won't be able to use it for fans or a pump anymore.
I think Waterlogged said "rare" because is a red impeller DDC2 (which if my memory serves me well is the "original" DDC 18W, the one that people in this forum had die on them one too many times :p: )Quote:
Originally Posted by Shoggy
Nowadays I only see one of those when I take the LC unit off a Power Mac G5... I never get to use them tho because who knows what shape they're in and I don't have the skill to use one of those "repair kits" one can find on eBay (drag soldering is not something I've been trained on...)
How is that even possible? Laing stopped making them like ~2½-3 (maybe longer:shrug:) years ago.Quote:
Originally Posted by Shoggy
If you actually have DDC-2's in stock, I'd like you to send a few to FrozenCPU so I can buy them from Mark. :yepp:
Precisely, there's only a small handful of us here that still have operational DDC-2's, 3 that come to mind besides myself are SiGfever, NaeKuh and nikhsub1. You just don't see them much anymore.Quote:
Originally Posted by MrToad
Do want DDC-2, must get hands on DDC-2. :slobber:
I would probably still have one alive if my old test PSU didn't go south and feed my beast 30V... Boy did she spin up nicely for a good 5-10 seconds though..:ROTF:Quote:
Originally Posted by Waterlogged
Hmm, i might be wrong, but hadn't DDC pump repair mod thread about custom PCB from ebay mentioned higher resulting RPMs? - I wonder if DDC with that PCB won't close the performance gap with DDC2 AND enable one to use all the standard tops fit for generic DDCs?
Pretty sure it does close the gap which it does run @ a higher rpm, Not sure how trustworthy it is but i've seen quite a few dead doing the mod.. Pretty sure the tops work well too..
:DQuote:
Originally Posted by Waterlogged
<3 the DDC-2!!
The only pump i would consider using over a 2, is a 3.25 and 35x.
Homie dont play that! :rofl:Quote:
Originally Posted by skinnee
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_K5ADcrHFv7...s320/homie.jpg
rare pumps would almost invalidate your tests on a regular scale since the pumps are almost close to impossible to find, and very difficult to reproduce.
As long as the impeller chamber says lubricated its fine.Quote:
Originally Posted by ON2H20
I would test pumps like that and put a little etyl glycol in the impeller chamber for lube, and then fire it up to see if it spun.
The part laing warns u about is burning the motor out from running it dry.
Friction cause heat and wear, which will damage the ceramic bearing.
Having lube in the impeller chamber prevents that, and no top allows the impeller to spin freely.
Sorry for bumping this thread, but I have a few questions regarding your new product.
I was wondering what would the best (cheapest/simplest) method be for expanding the number of fans this device can handle? At the moment, it looks like if I were to purchase one there would only be 3 channels available (channel 1 would be required for the second flow meter), while I require 6-8 channels. Ideally, the additional channels would be controlled through the aquaero 5 itself (and its Aquasuite software), and would not require the use of an additional 5.25" inch bay for mounting.
I'm looking at purchasing the "pro" model, can you confirm for me whether this would allow me to completely switch off individual fans?
Finally, if I were to pre-order one now, when can I expect to receive it? I understand your site states they should be shipping around the end of this month, but what I am concerned about is the possibility of the number of pre-orders you already have exceeding the number of units you expect to receive initially (in which case I'm guessing I'd have to wait for the next "batch", for example)?
From Shoggy's original post:Quote:
Originally Posted by Odai
Each of those 4 channels is rated to 1.65 Amp (20 watts), so you could also chain a few fans together on each channel as long as you don't exceed that 1.65Amp limit and don't mind only seeing the RPM from one of those chained fans.Quote:
Fan controller
One of the key-features of the new aquaero 5 is the fan control. The aquaero provides 4 fan channels and it can be expanded with 6 external connected poweradjusts to a 10 channel fan controller. The rpm of all fans is monitored and the fans can be fully controlled in the voltage range from 0 to 12V by free defined controllers. The aquaero 5 provides fantastic controlling possibilities beginning with two point controllers up to intelligent PID controllers. All output channels are short circuit protected and providing current and voltage measurement. Also the temperature of the output stage is monitored.
The fan channels are supplying PWM free analog DC voltage to prevent noise generation. Any fan channel can deliver a current of 1,65A and the maximum combined current of all channels is 5A. Depending on the used heatsink the maximum power dissipation is dynamic limitted.
If you wanted more channels it sounds like you could expand using the poweradjust.
I don't quite understand the channels in the poweradjust, but here is the site for the poweradjust 2 which wouldn't require another bay:
http://shop.aquacomputer.de/product_...oducts_id=2518
Hope that helps a little.
Sounds like you could have up to 10 fan channels of individual control if you really wanted it. Personally, I would chain several together though. IE, there is no need to use up three channels for a triple rad, etc. Just connect up the fans after making sure they don't exceed the 1.65Amp limit and use the RPM sensor from one of those fans to monitor speed.
Hello,
Many thanks for your helpful response. :)
I did have a quick look at the poweradjust (mentioned also in the PDF Shoggy linked in his original post), but I wasn't sure how exactly the channels would be integrated into the Aquaero controller - would it for example be the case that the channels are controlled/monitored exactly like the channels on the Aquaero unit itself?
I also couldn't find any mention of how many fan channels are actually available on the poweradjust. From what I can see, there are 4 3-pin connectors, and I'm guessing one of them is for a flow meter. Best to be sure though before placing an order. :D
Martinm210: No need to get poweradjust 2 ultra version, if it's intended for aquaero5 expansion. Basic version will do just fine.
As mentioned before you can use y-adapters to connect several fans to one channel. If you need more channels you can get the poweradjust. This controller has one channel with a maximum power of 25W. The other connectors are for a flow sensor, aquabus (2x) and rpm signal. The poweradjust fully integrates to the aquaero so you will see no difference between a channel directly from the aquaero or an external channel like the poweradjust. You have all features available - even the flow sensor that you connect to the poweradjust. It is also enough to get the standard variant.
Keep in mind that two poweradjust controllers already equal to an aquaero 5 LT.
Delivery should start mid March. The devices are already produced and in stock. Currently we are finalizing the firmware and developing the software.
Shoggy: Have you considered releasing more powerful poweradjust (3? :)) and/or poweradjust pwm (or even both of these into one) to simpler add to aquaero5 capabilities of multi D5 pumps or more channels for pwm pumps/fans? I'm guessing it's worth to make such in similar size as PA2, to be able to mount on that 5.25 bay bezel.
Hello,
Thanks for your replies guys. :)
I understand I could just connect fans in parallel (that's what I'm using now), but I'd prefer the option to be able to switch individual fans off. :p:
From what I understand then, to be able to connect 8 fans individually, I'd have to purchase 4 additional poweradjust units?
I don't understand, wouldn't that suggest that two poweradjust controllers each have 2 channels, totalling 4 like the LT? :confused:Quote:
Keep in mind that two poweradjust controllers already equal to an aquaero 5 LT.
Odai: Yes. But it seems so much overkill for the job. You'd be much better off buying some cheap 8 channel fan controller. Imho it doesn't make sense to use less then 10% of aquaero's channels output just to regulate each and every fan separate. Especially when in most liquid cooling builds there are lot of fans that usually need to be regulated same, for example all fans of same type on some rad..
And that sentence about two poweradjusts equaling on AA5 LT probably meant total power output. Single poweradjust 2 can handle a bit more power then single channel of heatsinkless and without waterblock AA5 LT.
@churchy: at the moment we have no plans for another poweradjust. With 25W that thing has more than enough power. More channels on that device would not make any sense since this way you can directly buy an aquaero 5 LT.
@Odai: I meant the price. For two poweradjusts you can already buy an aquaero 5 LT which offers more channels.
Care to elaborate as this is news to me shoggy, Which channel is this ?Quote:
This controller has one channel with a maximum power of 48W.
Thanks again for your response Shoggy.
In this case, would it be possible to connect an additional Aquaero LT unit to the Pro unit in the same way the poweradjust is connected? Will the operation be the same, ie will the Aquaero Pro recognise the unit as simply additional fan/sensor channels as opposed to a separate unit?
I also noticed the "powerbooster" unit on your site, would this be a suitable upgrade also, for expanding the number of fan channels available for control on the Aquaero 5 Pro? From what I can tell, it would be significantly easier and cheaper.
The channel from the Poweradjust2Quote:
Originally Posted by Johnny87au
thanx :up:Quote:
Originally Posted by Dr.Joe
@Odai: we have plans to offer an alternative firmware for the aquaero LT so it can be used as a slave device. It would integrate like 4 new fan channels and additional sensors too. But this will not be available from the beginning so expect it later. Due to the internal management of the channels this will work with only one aquaero LT and you will also lose the option to add 6 poweradjust since 4 channels will be taken by the aquaero LT in this case, so you have only two left for poweradjusts.
The powerbooster is an upgrade option which is only compatible with the aquaero 4. The aquaero 5 does not need this kind of upgrade.
Hmm, attaching another aquaero .. very interesting.
As said, that feature will come later. If you only need some additional channels for a few fans and one or two pumps that should be interesting since this solution is much cheaper than 4 poweradjusts.
hmm I already posted my order for a XT and a LT I guess I thought you could link them already, but i can wait untill this feature comes out as long as its not years away.
Also i know you said there was more to come, by any chance is there a new flowmeter coming in the near future?
What's wrong with old one?
Maybe a flow-meter with built in temperature sensor would be something to think about:p:
woffen: just screw temperature probe like this into existing flow meter. Compact enough, no need for extra fittings, and user still has choice what he needs and can pay less.
i'd just grab a flow/temp sesnor AIO..
I can't seem to find it under the 'Accessories' section of the Aqua Computer site, does anyone know how the IR booster connects to the aquaero, and also, if it can both transmit and receive? (for the odd situation that you don't have line of sight to the case front with the remote? (ie, case is behind where you're sitting)
Shoggy: i just had one idea. Can in AA5 firmware be implemented (don't know, maybe there already is) idea taken from some disk controllers - "staggered spinup" - as in on startup to not power all channels simultaneously, but one by one with small delays? It's just that most fans/pumps have higher power consumption during startup, so such method imho should enable possibility to connect more devices with higher total power usage even if their combined startup power exceeds capabilities of AA?
I was just thinking something a little smaller :-) thats all.Quote:
Originally Posted by churchy
can you get different coloured screen? orange/white combo? would changing it be doable?
Also,i ahve a question, because im a bit confused...
If i order the aquaero 5.
What parts extra do i need?
Im running 9 fans on my rads and 2 case fans
1 pump (d5 if that matters)
and i want to install 2 flow meters (1 after pump, 1 before res) (do they ahve to be the aquacomputer brand ones? or can they be the better looking koolance ones?)
and 4 temp probes.
i dont mind if i dont have that IR remote, but im guessing im going to need the waterblock for it?
I tried figuring this all out on their website, but everytime i press a link it changes language back to german, and ive been at work for 10 hours... so its all german to me! hehe...
Install the google tool bar...Quote:
Originally Posted by barfastic
it translates everything on the fly for me.
So if someone was just getting started in this setup and wanted to monitor the following ... what all would be needed?
2 Loops
Loop flow for each loop
Loop pressure for each loop
Water temperature for each loop
1 bank of 3 120mm Noturas (RPM Control)
1 bank of 2 120mm Noturas (RPM Control)
1 bank of 2 120mm Noturas (RPM Control)
1 bank of 2 120mm Noturas (RPM Control)
CPU Temp
GPU Temp (3 Way SLI)
Case Ambient Temp
Shutdown capabilities for the PC
Whatever else I may have missed :)
Thanks,
John
You wouldnt need any extra parts apart from 5x y-splitters so u can hook for example 2 fans up to 1 channel or run as many fans as you want without going over the 19w on one controller.. Flow meter can be any brand doesnt have anything to do with the aquero 5..Quote:
Originally Posted by barfastic
my fans each run at 12w(i think...) they are xigmatek XLF-F1253... so i cant put more than 1 per channel...Quote:
Originally Posted by Johnny87au
Hook-up couple of Poweradjust Ultra versions (each deliver 24w, but with proper cooloing can handle up-to 48 w), and you have plenty of power for your fans
I cant find any info on that fan.. If its 12w then yeah only 1 per channel unless you undervolt them.. IIRC shoggy said you can run 2 pumps off 1 channel so you should be able to do it with 2x fans..Quote:
Originally Posted by barfastic
Newegg shows the back of the fan with specs. It shows .2A draw (which is likely nominal), I'd double it for startup spike, so .4 X 12 = 4.8W per fan.
@barfastic:
2 flowsensors for 1 loop is senseless... ;)
Does that mean I can hook up two mcp-35x pumps using a PWM splitter cable to channel 4 for synchronized speed control while the PSU provides power to the pumps through molex, and do so without having to water cool the unit?Quote:
Originally Posted by Shoggy
Maybe you didn't understand the "what all would be needed" part. I am obviously a noob and am now interperting your vague response as saying that the Aquaero 5 comes complete with flow meters, pressure gauges and temperature probes. If it doesn't you certainly would have said they are needed. Am I correct?Quote:
Originally Posted by Johnny87au
Thanks for your help,
John
sorry i meant using the aquero u dont need to buy all aquero parts to use a flow meter with the aquero, The Aquero does come with temp sensors which your not after, just grab a flow meter and your good to go, Something like the koolance or aquero one....
doh! yeah... figured it out after.... nos tupid questions, stupid people :P :rofl:Quote:
Originally Posted by Dr.Joe
as for the fans, thanks, ill take a closer look at home, cant remember why i saw 1A.
I think this can work out fine for two or more pumps, though i am not sure if the PWM control signal will be strong enough for 2 or more pumps to fully control themQuote:
Originally Posted by Amuro
@kaytaro: there are no plans for a new flow meter. The current version is working fine and provides very accurate measurements according to reviews when compared to other flow sensors.
@Atragon: the IR-Booster is not available yet. It will follow a bit later. This device can only transmit since the aquaero is already able to receive IR signals. If you have a look on the backside of the aquaero you will see a small plug reading IR-LED. That plug is for the IR-Booster.
@churchy: we already had that idea. It is nice, sounds simple but is hard to implement. The problem is the internal structure how the fans are being controlled. We have it on our list but at the moment I can not tell if it will be possible and if so when it will be available.
@barfastic: the display is only available in black/white and won't be available in any other colors. Since it is a custom made display you won't be able to find this display in other colors anywhere else. Changing the color is possible but very VERY difficult. You would have to disassemble almost the whole display and don't expect to see normal LEDs here. It is a very special construction and the LEDs are some kind of integrated to a layer. Or let's say it in other words: if you try to change them it is very likely that you wreck the display :D
If you order an aquaero XT you already have the most stuff. To use the pump with the aquaero you also need the waterblock. A 3-pin plug for the relais and one or two 2-pin plugs for the PWM outputs are maybe interesting. If you want to use a second flow meter you can use fan channel 1 for it. Of course then you have only three channels left for other stuff. One for the pump and two for fans or whatever. Any 5 V VDD, open collector flow sensor can be used. Of course you also need a connection cable for them.
@jcrouse: you would need the following parts:
1x aquaero XT/PRO/LT
2x flow sensor
2x connection cable for flow sensor
1x poweradjust 2
1x powerconnect ATX adapter*
1x 3-pin relay plug*
*not necessary if you let the aquaero shutdown the system via its USB keyboard interface - of course this only works when Windows is running and you have set the shutdown action.
Four temperature sensors already come with the aquaero. Temperatures like CPU, GPU etc. can be integrated as software sensor via the Open Hardware Monitor tool.
Pressure can not be measured with the aquaero.
@Johnny87au: I would never trust the rating from the manufacturer. We have seen fans that draw three times more power than rated by the producer...
@Amuro: yes, that should work.
Shoggy: if you ever decide to work on channel-by-channel startup, i also suggest storing @aquaero values of powerusage for each channel during last powerup, and power on starting with most powerful one. Or if this is not feasible regarding how many cycles flash memory on AA can be written times of, then make possibility in aquasuite to set order of powering up channels be user-customisable. This way one can power most powerful things like pumps or nutcase high power fans first, while whole aquaero suplied power is unused with leaving less powered for powering later on.
Also, you might think of releasing updated waterblocks with inlets placed further from each other, for time when first versions will get sold out, so that even widest bitspower compressions fit (BP CF 1/2"ID-3/4"OD width is 26.01mm) even without using angle fittings. If it's hard to find place for more distanced inlets, you can place/bore G1/4 threaded inlets not strictly perpendicular to waterblock's base, but at an angle.
You could also release optional waterblock instead of stock passive heatsink for PowerAdjusts 2. Imho that imho might rise their max output at least 1.5x fold.
Hehe, exactly this function (selectable startup sequence) is one of the biggest problems with this whole feature. Memory is no problem here.
At the moment it is very unlikely that we will offer a waterblock with a larger distance between the threads.
To be able to use a waterblock on the poweradjust we would have to redesign the PCB since it is not possible to use a waterblock on it right now. Max output would not benefit much from that.
Where can I get more info on the poweradjust 2 in English :) ?Quote:
Originally Posted by Shoggy
Thanks,
John
You can read a litte bit here.
edit: oh, I just saw that I have written down the poweradjusts max. power wrong in this this thread. It is 25W not 48W. Only the poweramp can provide 48W.
Aquaero 5 :up:
:clap::clap::clap::clap::clap:
dumb Q i know. but must ask. you still can run a ddc laing pump from the aquaero 5? :D
Check page 1 , answer is yes on channel 1 and 4 :up:Quote:
Originally Posted by prznar1
LOL.
thx for info :D
And 2 and 3 ;) It only depends on the load.Quote:
Originally Posted by Johnny87au
1 and 4 is the best way since their voltage regulators have the most space in between so the temperatures will be lower.
Shoggy, on the AE4 I've connected the 2-wire power switch to the relay for emergency shutdown. The AE5 has a 3-pin relay, how does that work with only two wires? Thanks.
It can also work with two wires. This relay knows two different states. That is the reason why it has a 3-pin connector this time.
aquaero 5 LT version - no IR option?
Hi, I'm thinking about solutions for a case that has no external drive bays. I had hoped that the IR booster device would be for this, but it seems that some other alternative is needed. So, is there any possibility that the IR remote functionality could be added as an option for LT in future? e.g. an extension cable to an external receiver, or a receiver simply mounted on the case wall with a small hole cut for the IR module to poke through?
or is the LT entirely without the socket where the IR receiver is attached to the XT & Pro versions?
Thanks.
Shoggy, A question. Is the poweradjust 2 powerfull enough to control D5 pumps? And Is the Aquaero 5 able to control them when you watercool them?
If so, would you be able to control two D5 with a Aquaero 5 (watercooled) and a poweradjust 2? And also connect 2 flowmeters? One in the AE5 and one in the poweradjust 2.
Brodholm: Shoggy already wrote that AA5 can handle one D5 or two DDC+18W, if watercooled. He hadn't two D5 around to test that so didn't know about that. IIRC PA2 was not powerful enough to handle D5. So until someone tests if AA5+waterblock can handle two D5, you can also wait when they complete alternative firmware to aquaero5 (Shoggy said they were working on such), and then buy another AA5 (LT version, as cheaper one)+waterblock too, to handle two D5 pumps.
But then again, at least D5 vario has built in speed controller, and many said that it's rather quiet pump. So maybe you'll be just fine with running it full power with direct power feed from PSU, or using builtin speed controller.
@IanM: the necessary IR electronic is a part of the displays PCB. It is very unlikely that there will be an upgrade option only for IR in the future.
@Brodholm: yes, no problem because the poweradjust offers up to 25W constant load and is able to handle up to 48W temporarily. That is more than a channel on the aquaero can provide and since we had a D5 running on it, it must work with the poweradjust 2 too.
Shoggy: Oh, so PA2 CAN handle D5? Good to know. I'm guessing that simplest configuration for dual D5 would be air cooled AA5 (most probably enough for all fans) + 2 poweradjusts 2 then.
.. hmm, why did i thought that PA2 is not enough for D5? :shrug:
Thanks for the answer, I suspected as much. It's disappointing but probably not a deal breaker, although I am slightly surprised - I expected the HTPC users especially are the ones who use smaller cases without 5.25" bays, yet these are also the ones most likely to want IR remotes, but what do I know? Maybe aquaero isn't really for these users anyway...Quote:
Originally Posted by Shoggy
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Starting individual fans at set temperatures and slowing them to low rpm?
I was considering the semi-passive operation of certain fans to make a system extremely quiet at idle/low power, but of course many fans need a high voltage to start, and only then can be slowed. Can aquaero 5 switch off specific fans/channels at a threshold temperature, and restart them easily? i.e. momentary 10V-12V to get them moving, then immediately adjust to a few hundred RPM.
I read the google translation of the Poweradjust description: "Parametrisierbarer Start-Burst" & "Drehzahlüberwachung mit erneutem Burst bei Stillstand" and it seems like Poweradjust operates in way I ask, but I don't want to just assume that aquaero LT will do this.
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When the later firmware becomes available, will it be possible to slave one LT to another LT? or only slave an LT to an XT/Pro
Thanks again.
My guess is that probably it will be possible. AA5 LT with original firmware + AA5LT with alternative 'slave' firmware. But if you wish to regulate two D5, imho it's better to use single AA5+two PA2, then two AA5+two waterblocks for them. = less tubing mess, 4 less fittings.
Ok, so I have a few questions:
1 - It looks like I could run my 9 Triberks off of this, 3 per channel, is that correct?
2 - Does the display work without Windows being loaded, i.e. can you still get temps while sitting in the bios?
3 - Will BP temp sensors work with it? Will Koolance flow meters work with it?
4 - I assume the software will display English, can you reorder the tiles?
5 - I believe I read in the first post that fan noise generated by most controllers is not an issue on this, is this correct?
Aquatuning is showing an availability date of 3/18/11, is this correct?
@IanM: of course that is also possible with the aquaero 5 series but works a bit different compared to the aquaero 4. For example you can adjust an rpm range where you know that the fan is able to operate. So for example that could be 35 to 100%. This range can be mapped to your regulation settings with the full range of 0 to 100%. So this means that 1% in your regulation could mean 35% as real power. Well, there are so many ways in the aquaero 5 to control something... :D There is also some kind of start boost option.
Connecting a slave aquaero to another slave aquaero will not be possible. The problem is that the main aquaero must manage all in- and outputs so you would always have to map a lot of stuff from one device to the next which eats a lot of memory.
@Utnorris: 1. )I don't know the technical specifications of these fans but 9 does not sound that much and should work.
2.) Yes, of course. The aquaero is a stand-alone device with its own software and operating system. No PC is required at all to use it.
3.) If it is a 10kOhm NTC it will work. Flow sensor should also work (5V VDD, open collector).
4.) The new aquasuite comes with a translation tool so you can adjust the text yourself and also add Klingon or 1337-Speak if required :D
5.) The aquaero uses an analog output so there should be no problems with humming noise that some other controllers with PWM have.
Delivery should start mid March. These is no exact date.
Thanks, it sounds fine so I will make sure to get fans that will operate in the RPM range that I'd like.Quote:
Originally Posted by Shoggy
sorry my post wasn't clear, I read the earlier comment:Quote:
Originally Posted by Shoggy
and was asking to confirm that the system could be all LT i.e.Quote:
Originally Posted by Shoggy
aquaero 5 LT masterI don't see any reason why it couldn't be, but being sure is always better than making an assumption :)
+ aquaero 5 LT slave
+ up to two poweradjust
Yes, that is possible.
Thanks for the response Shoggy. I will probably order the middle model when it comes out. My Koolance controller did the alarm at startup again yesterday, very annoying. Oh well, if Koolance does not want to support the product I will move on. Thanks again.
What is the spacing distance between the centers of holes on the waterblock?
Thanks,
John
Distance center to center is 22mm. Maximum size from our connectors is 13/10mm. Of course when you use bend connectors you should be able to use much bigger sizes.
Shoggy, I just wanted to thank you for being an above par company representative. I had many questions which were answered on your forums, and then more questions, which have all already answered by your responses in this thread.
You've got a new customer!
It is however unfortunate that the waterblock doesn't support the Bitspower CF fittings I use for everything else in my loop. 3/4" is 19.05mm. I suppose that means there won't be any existing 1/2" ID 3/4" OD CF that will fit that block. I guess I'm not going barbless...
Hey Shoogy !
I love the product and I have a little Q.
I would like to set a delta water to air as the condition for higher rpm...
Can I do that ?
I should have the air temp and the water temp, I want the condition to be:
if (water - air) =>10C raise rpm
:up:
I pre-ordered the Aquaero 5 from their web site. But man, their shipping charge to the USA is expensive! Their site also says its suppose to ship in February?
They will ship mid to end of March according to their posts in other forums
edit - maybe pre-orders will be sent out earlier, I don't know about thatQuote:
Originally Posted by sunnyville
I know >.< the shipping hurts, I know I'de order from them alot more if it wasnt so bad, your other option is wait till sidewinder gets it in stock. That being said I have already ordered my XT and LT from auqacomputer ^^Quote:
Originally Posted by Callsign_Vega
on a sidenote at least we dont have to pay the VAT!
@The Byter: yes, no problem. You can create virtual sensors by mixing up different sensor values. So you can also substract one sensor value from another and work with the difference.
@Callsign_Vega: the shipping price is expensive for small orders since we are working with flat price rates. For large orders it is very cheap compared to the regular price since this variant depends on the weight and can easily exceed 100 Euro. Delivery of the aquaero 5 series should start mid March.
@sunnyville: there is no difference in the orders. They are all the same and can only be shipped when we have something ready to ship ;)
I take it back I just got 2 flow meters from Sidewinders and they are not nearly as big as they look in all the photos! So the size isn't an issue at all :-)Quote:
Originally Posted by Shoggy
Now the only question is wither or not to get 2 powerboost for my D5's since I already ordered an aquaero 5 XT and an LT (to use as slave when I can) with waterblocks too! Will I have the same options in the software that I see on the powerboost page if I hook up my pumps directly to the aquaero 5.
Shoggy, will the following products be compatible with the new Aquaero units?
http://shop.aquacomputer.de/product_...oducts_id=2294
http://shop.aquacomputer.de/product_...oducts_id=2293
Could you possibly also tell me what the materials used in the thermal sensor are?
He told me yes. I asked the same exact question in an email.Quote:
Originally Posted by Odai
John
Yes, everything that was working with the aquaero 4 will also work with the aquaero 5. The only exception to this are the really old aquastream versions from 1.0 to 3.5 since they use an old interface (10pin) which is not available on aquaero 5.
That optional heatsink looks really weaksauce. I'm sure someone could ghetto mod a much bigger sink, which would be just as effective as the waterblock...
Also, why not just use higher-rated FETs that won't need cooling? That strategy seems to be working out okay for Lamptron.
Thanks. :)
Any chance of finding out what materials are used in the temperature sensor I linked?
The temperature sensor is made of nickel plated brass and has a delrin cover which carries the temperature sensor.
The heatdump is about the same, regardless of the FET used. If you dont use a heatsink, the heat gets dumped into the PCB, and you run into the thermal shutdown pretty fast ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by iddqd
And lamptron uses PWM, thats what aquacomputer was trying to avoid by designing an amplifier stage which produces a clean , analog voltage...
@ Shoggy
Any news on availability of the digital sensors? :)
Nothing new so far.
OK, thanks for the reply :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Shoggy
Shipping of the AE5 and the rest of the order looks a long way away still, so I'll keep my fingers crossed is available by then ;)
any chance we can see some beta screenshots of the software?
Dose the aquaero 5 xt come with the programs?