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I haven't connected the fan controller yet. I'm only going off specifications, and they are there for a purpose.Quote:
Originally Posted by septim
We rarely go past 60% load on power supplies when installing systems for work. I am applying the same rational. It is much better to spread the load and run a power supply (or in this case a fan controller point) at less than its maximum load.
As long as you do not exceed the maximum current/wattage draw for a power supply, you can hook up as much as you want. (However it is good to spread the load and run under the maximum).Quote:
Originally Posted by soccerswim8
The fans draw the required amperage/wattage - the power supply just has to be able to provide it. I am sure there are more qualified ppls here who could answer this question in more detail.Quote:
how does it evenly distribute the correct power to each fan?
Totally ran out of time today - had so much planned.
My lovely wife woke up with a migraine, so all plans for going out were scrapped.
After the obligatory gardening, mowing lawns, etc I had about half an hour left to do something.
So I went to Bunnings, bought a can of spray enamel and let my rad have it.
http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o...CUBEIT/53s.jpg Looks a million bucks now.
Then my son decided to see how far he could shove his finger into his brain...
http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o...CUBEIT/54s.jpg
Its much better to stop the dust before it gets into your rad, I have filter>rad>shroud>fans with the fans sucking which is quieter and more efficient :)Quote:
Originally Posted by GeoffP
GeoffP: great work. Keep us updated as I think very soon I will get myself one of those cases as well. The rad you got - what type is it and where did you get it from? Doest it align with the holes/fans of the U2-UFO?
It's a Thermochill PA120.3 and they line up perfectly on the UFO's..........;)
Do you know if any other rads will line up? I can not find thermochill in Australia and I rather NOT pay for postage and taxes from US...
dont think so, they're only made to line up with thermochills... if iam not mistaken.
MnM,
Rad is Thermochill PA120.3
I had to import it. Got it from Danger Den.
If you are going to get a U2-UFO, you would be best to purchase the rad at the same time. YOU are going to love the importation price on the U2 (check back earlier in my thread 4 postage costs)
I would make a complete list before ordering anything, that way you would save on importation costs by grouping your orders together - not like me, missed a few items, had to order separately from the same overseas supplier, paid EXTRA postage :(
sorry to even ask such question but I really cant tell from the pic...you also painted the fins?????
Yes, I gave them a quick blast for aesthetics.Quote:
Originally Posted by hoax
Got me worried now, hate to ask it, will that cause a problem with heat dissipation?
some problems probably. next time cover fins with cardboard, only paint sides.
Sorry didnt mean to create any panic.. Dont take my word for it, I just think we are not supposed to paint over the fins... every PA I seen that was repainted was masked for the fins.. and this recent thread also mentioned this:
http://www.xtremesystems.org/forums/showthread.php
other members will be able to tell a lot better then I could try, how much if any this will affect your temps... so all I can say is best of luck and hope somebody can bring you some good news and everyone can yell at me for even bringing it up :toast:
I have the fan filters you bought, but I scrapped them, as they absolutely murdered my airflow, it felt as if flow was brought to about 1/3 of the original. I removed them, and I take an air compressor to it every few months (though perhaps this isn't the best idea, I had some water come out of the compressor and that scared me, to say the least).
-Yan
Oh well, at least I only lightly sprayed the very tops of the fins, I didn't spray deep down inside the fins.Quote:
Originally Posted by septim
I should have asked first before spraying :p:
you live and learn
EDIT: Found this link. Don't feel so bad now.
Well,
I'm getting to the business end of my build (finally) over the next few days.
Couple of more questions while I think of them.
Do I need any plumbing tape on the barbs for the following items:
1. AquaXtreme 3/8 > 1/2" Barbs for the rad.
2. Chrome plated brass fitting 1/4 in. BSPP x 1/2 in. barb for MCW60's
PT Nuke - one or two drops for the loop - right?
G11 or G12 Pentosin (I have both, depends on colour I want in the loop) - ppl say 5%, 10%, 20%, what is a good percentage to mix with the distilled water. I know some ppl will say you don't need it, you only need distilled & an algecide like PT Nuke, but, this is my very first wc job, I have UV lights to install, it's gotta have some internal bling :D
I reckon I'll be pretty right after this - or until I get stuck again
Have to say a big THANK YOU to everyone at XtremeSystems Forums, no way in the world could I have picked up such a vast wealth of knowledge in such a short time without everyone's assitance - Thanks PPL's :worship:
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Do I need any plumbing tape on the barbs for the following items:
1. AquaXtreme 3/8 > 1/2" Barbs for the rad.
2. Chrome plated brass fitting 1/4 in. BSPP x 1/2 in. barb for MCW60's
PT Nuke - one or two drops for the loop - right?
G11 or G12 Pentosin (I have both, depends on colour I want in the loop) - ppl say 5%, 10%, 20%, what is a good percentage to mix with the distilled water.[QUOTE]
don't need taflon tape for barbs with O-rings, the o-rings act as seal, just hand tighten them, then turn 1/4 to 1/2 with the wrench always works for me.
PT Nuke, yes 1 to 2 drops.
Pentosin, mine did not reach 5% with distilled. currently have cloudy tubings from previous coolant used (spilled liquid due to stupidity)
but still i see nice blue pentosin/distilled water in my mcres micro, more like 3%, or just half bottle of blue pentosin mix with a liter distilled.
thanks septim
I agree,Quote:
Originally Posted by alpha0ne
The filter will definitely before the rad, just have to work out if I put it grill>filter>case>rad OR grill>case>filter>rad.
Actually, just thinking about it, I will be going grill>filter>case>rad. Then I can access the filters easily to clean and change simply by removing the individual grill.
What about a second gasket between the rad and the case.
Will that help seal a bit better?
On the other hand, wouldn't rad>case allow extra heat to dissipate from the rad to the case via metal on metal?
Hi YanBooth,Quote:
Originally Posted by YanBooth
Was the increase in air flow very noticeable when you removed the filters? (how did you gauge the increased air flow, hand over the air venting out the rad, etc)?
Was there also a measurable decrease in system component/loop temps?
This also leads to another question, what other types of filters does everyone use (or not use as well)?
I used the highly scientific 'feel the breeze over a slightly wetted hand' approach, its a toughie, but one can master this art with time ;)
I did not do a temperature change check, but it cut off so much airflow, I fear that it would have a noticeable effect on temps.
more pics, its looking great so far!
Did a bit more after work today.
Fitted the fans and neoprene gasket to the rad shroud.
http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o...CUBEIT/55s.jpg
The gasket hung over the edge a bit, so I trimmed it off before sticking it to the shroud.
Also notice that the hole widths on the gasket are a bit short of the shroud holes. Nothing major, but you think the manufacturer could get everything to line up - had to stretch the gasket a bit to get it to fit properly.
http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o...CUBEIT/56s.jpg
Fans fitted to shroud.
http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o...CUBEIT/57s.jpg
Shroud fitted to rad.
http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o...CUBEIT/58s.jpg
Parts ready for assembly.
http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o...CUBEIT/59s.jpg
And fitted - the filters were a real pr*cK to line up. I ended up fitting them between the rad and the case as they looked crap on the outside.
If the filters prove to bit too restrictive, they will be very easy to remove.
http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o...CUBEIT/60s.jpg http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o...CUBEIT/61s.jpg http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o...CUBEIT/62s.jpg http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o...CUBEIT/63s.jpg http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o...CUBEIT/64s.jpg
What do you reckon about the fan grills, too much bling or just dead sexy?
Hopefully tomorrow I will get the GPU's & CPU water blocks fitted, move over the mobo & maybe get the pump, res & loop sorted.
Bunnings stock a clean air compressor for $70, I use to clean monthly.
Thought I knew your sig. Remember you getting your NXT gimbals.
Just ordered my WC bits from Petra n DD. Wow the rate is great atm!
I got $1US = $1.20OZ
Not mad for the grills. Maybe decide after the rest of your components are in place?
grills are a little too much advertising for MM, hehehe. filter is good.
I like the grills, at least their shiny-ness, however the Mountain Mods logo and images are not to my taste, I prefer simple and elegant.
-Yan