So if we can think we can make a decision that to get low temps it is better to use thermal pads from stock cooler and twist screws gentleQuote:
Originally Posted by coolmiester
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So if we can think we can make a decision that to get low temps it is better to use thermal pads from stock cooler and twist screws gentleQuote:
Originally Posted by coolmiester
Guys I'm getting close enough here that I'm starting to get a little paranoid about a GTX280 breaking. I know there is risk involved in this, and that if I modify something it's on me if I break it, but I really really wanna try not to do that.
What do you guys say about this? Should we be looking for backplates for these things for support, or should we fabricate one if there is no such thing available? I really don't want to break a 400-500 dollar card. I'll do whatever has to be done to make sure that doesn't happen. I'll even go to a machinist freind of mine if I have to.
I don't mind making things at all, or buying the right stuff. I just wanna mnake sure I do the right thing when I get my 280. I may get this block, or I may get another one, but either way I don't wanna break a card like that.
Hi!Quote:
Originally Posted by coolmiester
I cant say, perhaps there was too thin thermal pad, or the copper bend after the machinning because if internal forces in the copper.
We can fix that and send you new thicker thermal padas if needed.
I hope everyone checks all contacts before powering the PC.
Eddy
I had a gap of 1mm between the mofset and the waterblock (with thermal pads) with the two bases. Just need to tight a little bit
Eddy, you already do the simple backplate for the memory on the GTX280, why not simply adapt this to serve as a "bracing" plate for the GPU screws? Surely it would just be a case of making it a single solid plate rather than the "U" shape, putting a pad in the middle and providing screw holes for the GPU mounts. The screws which surround the GPU could then pass through this backplate, offering support for the centre section where the GPU is whilst also cooling the RAM a bit like the current one does. This wouldn't be too difficult or expensive, would it?
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Originally Posted by Vertigo1
His is an idea.
But we'll have to check if aluminium backplate would not bend.
Please keep us posted - still using my GTX280 with stock aircooling as I'm terrified of fitting the block I have :(
Hello
I write to you because I have one XXX GTX 280 XXX and that me this working to lifted temperatures mu, I have at the moment it with fan working to 55% and because the temperature still is high. Reason why pense to cool it with water. Watching a subject where you wrote it watches and it wanted you helped me with the respective block that I need and then its fitting. It was thinking so much about Block EK of the GPU, the Backside Block and fitting Koolance Nozzles 3/8".
- EK-FC280 GTX SLI - Block for NVIDIA GeForce 260/280 GTX - Nickel
http://www.performance-pcs.com/catal...9d007f24f453d8
- EK-FC280 GTX Backside Block for NVIDIA GeForce 260/280 GTX - Nickel
http://www.performance-pcs.com/catal...e55e0d9acdbfcc
- Koolance Nozzles, 3/8" (10mm) G1/4 Threaded
http://www.performance-pcs.com/catal...ducts_id=21277
The rest where I have the doubt and where I wait for you helps me.
Thanks
I just have to say how impressed with my temps I am on my EK GTX280 FC and RAM block. I am idle at 32c and load about 44c. Completely happy with the quality and performance.
May sound like a fanboi, but it is just completely happy with my purchase and think people should hear from both camps.
Thanks Eddie :up:
When everything work well, sure we could be happy.Quote:
Originally Posted by turtletrax
I ordered finally an eVGA blackpearl. Expensive, but the block seem to be very well designed.
Well mine is fitted and this is what I'm seeing:
At idle it's sitting at around 15C above the water temp whilst under load (3DMark06) it rises to around 34C above the water temp.
Is this about right or should I be concerned?
Are their revision numbers on these EK GTX 280 Waterblocks? Or is it a hit or miss if one works or not on the GTX 280? My BFG GTX card is coming this week and I already ordered the RAM Back plate (non-water cooled one) and after reading this thread it seems the waterblock is a hit or miss of which one you get or something?
Any progress on this issue please ??
HMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM
I just purchased the EK nickel and the Black Back Ramplate for my GTX280 SC, I guess i better read this whole thread, i figured that these blocks were rock solid.
Before you put that water block on the video card, fix the manual.Quote:
Originally Posted by systemviper
Don't apply thermal paste to NVIO chip (shiny thing next to DVI outputs, just google it and you'll get the picture). Put thermal sticker on it. And don't apply much pressure on the water block. Trust me its better that way.
PS: 60 degrees C under load is a normal temperature for water-cooled video card if 85 degrees is under air cooling. Can be better, but should not be worse. IMHO.
60°C is a little bit hig. At 760mhz I have 50°C more or less.
Providing there's good contact I don't see why you shouldn't use thermal compound as it'd be far superior to a pad.Quote:
Originally Posted by Shinigami84
I have two blocks and no problem with high temps ... but PROBLEM can be in GeForces! not in blocks! First revisions of GTX 280 had a serious bug in temp sensor, ... this is famous 105C GeForce GTX 280 issue. Look at google for "GTX 280 105C problem" ...
PS. I have two blocks but NO backplate, can i buy it separately?
Well....I went to fit the waterblock and backplate today......took the card apart carefully (took a while), then went to install the waterblock.
Two of the holes required for mounting around the gpu were not even drilled in to the block !!
VERY dissapointed and not very happy, especially as it takes so long to take these cards apart.
Block will be RMA'd.
I've only just seen this thread after my unsuccessful attempts to mount my EK280 block without insane temps eventually resulted in me killing the card.
I've now since got a 4870X2 and I wonder if Eddy would allow me to exchange my block and ram plate for a 4870X2 block?
The guy that bought my waterblocks have normal temperature, but he said me that the screws that tight the two waterblocks together was too long ...
My third gtx280 should overheated like my second one (I tested it too with only one waterblock), or maybe I thigted too much the screws around the gpu :shrug:
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Originally Posted by bito
An update from Eddy today.....he has revised the installation instructions for this waterblock and now recommends the 6 outer screws around the GPU be used, as opposed to 8 in previous instructions.
The block has apparently been revised and does not have the threaded holes anymore.
http://www.ekwaterblocks.com/downloa...stallation.pdf
Not sure of benefits, but maybe it resolves the issues others have had with contact of the gpu core etc.
Now fitted and temps. in line with manygar on first page of this thread.....with GTX280 :D
That link is dead, do you have another by any chance?
the link is active.Quote:
Originally Posted by Vertigo1
you need an acrobat reader/pdf reader to view it.