Swiftech Caldera Heatsink for HD4870X2 released

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11-26-2008, 07:46 PM
gabe

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Swiftech Caldera Heatsink for HD4870X2 released

We are glad to announce the release of the Caldera heatsink for AMD's HD4870X2 graphics card.

"The Caldera heatsink is the perfect companion for the MCW60 water-block, and will also work with the upcoming Caldera Water-block. Together, they provide superior performance and excellent cost savings compared to full-cover water-block solutions."

MSRP: $39.95

Initial release quantity is very limited. Bulk of the inventory is expected to be ready by December 5. Unfortunately, there is no shipping on friday (no UPS)

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL XS MEMBERS!
11-26-2008, 07:49 PM
SNiiPE_DoGG

thanks for the heads up gabe :up:, will the heatsink and waterblock be sold as a package when the waterblock is released?
11-26-2008, 10:06 PM
hotdun

Sweet, I've been waiting for this puppy.....love the modular design. Along those lines, has anyone heard what the deal is with the Bitspower GPU block? Nothing for Blastflow yet either. Gabe's the man....
11-27-2008, 05:30 AM
ward0

great!!! where are the pics :D
11-27-2008, 12:12 PM
gabe

Quote:

Originally Posted by SNiiPE_DoGG

thanks for the heads up gabe :up:, will the heatsink and waterblock be sold as a package when the waterblock is released?

yes of course.
11-27-2008, 12:13 PM
Yozzman

Sweet!

And a block for the HD4870 non X2?
11-27-2008, 12:23 PM
Gir92

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yozzman

Sweet!

And a block for the HD4870 non X2?

http://www.petrastechshop.com/swmcfucowafo.html
11-27-2008, 12:26 PM
Yozzman

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gir92

http://www.petrastechshop.com/swmcfucowafo.html

No thanks... Dont like the looks ::down::rofl:
11-27-2008, 12:27 PM
WaterFlex

Sweet stuff.
11-27-2008, 01:35 PM
basserdan

A question for anyone who's ordered this part, or any other, from Swiftech. I placed my order last night and still haven't received my confirmation email from them. Has anyone else had this? I know, wait 'til tomorrow, if they're open, and call them. I'm just antsy because of all the "jones-ing" I've done waiting for this part.
11-27-2008, 01:42 PM
Bojamijams

Is there anything that would prevent teh D-Tek Fuzion GFX2 from mating with this sink?
11-27-2008, 02:02 PM
Gir92

Quote:

Originally Posted by basserdan

A question for anyone who's ordered this part, or any other, from Swiftech. I placed my order last night and still haven't received my confirmation email from them. Has anyone else had this? I know, wait 'til tomorrow, if they're open, and call them. I'm just antsy because of all the "jones-ing" I've done waiting for this part.

You do know that today is Thanksgiving in the US, right? :rolleyes:

:shrug:
11-27-2008, 02:09 PM
basserdan

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gir92

You do know that today is Thanksgiving in the US, right? :rolleyes:

Yes, thank you, I did hear that, hehe! Usually these things are handled automatically. I was just curious if maybe Swiftech was, I don't know, low tech when it comes to their sales processing.
11-27-2008, 02:13 PM
SiGfever

It is nice to see a manufacturer looking out for the consumer by offering easy upgrade paths without having to refinance the house. :clap:
11-27-2008, 03:23 PM
Bootsy

sweet ordered today!
11-27-2008, 03:26 PM
gabe

Quote:

Originally Posted by basserdan

Yes, thank you, I did hear that, hehe! Usually these things are handled automatically. I was just curious if maybe Swiftech was, I don't know, low tech when it comes to their sales processing.

yes our cart is subject to many issues. The entire site is being remodelled, and we hope to have it online before year end.
11-27-2008, 03:44 PM
Bojamijams

Hey gabe.. can you answer question about Fuzion GFX2 fitting with this? please?
11-27-2008, 04:22 PM
nikhsub1

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bojamijams

Hey gabe.. can you answer question about Fuzion GFX2 fitting with this? please?

Seriously? Do you really think that Swiftech should test OTHER manufacturer's blocks to see if they work with a Swiftech product? Wake up?
11-27-2008, 06:15 PM
safan80

the vrms for the x2 get hot! Gabe maybe you could add a fan mount ;)
11-27-2008, 07:37 PM
basserdan

Quote:

Originally Posted by gabe

yes our cart is subject to many issues. The entire site is being remodelled, and we hope to have it online before year end.

Thank you very much.
11-27-2008, 08:50 PM
Ttocs

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bojamijams

It was a legit question, and in order to maximize sales margin, if there isn't any major design hampering way, why not include a whole other market, not just mCW60 owners?

I would say he is maximising sales, because if you want it, and you want to know it'll work you've got to use MCW60s :D.

Anyway looks great. It's nice to see someone picking up where D-Tek left off with the uni-sinks.

Edit: Sorry it doesn't look like it will work. The base of the MCW60 is 51mm by 51mm, where the Fuzion is 55.1mm by 50.2mm. The shape above looks pretty squarish, and I'm guessing will only work with the MCW60.
11-27-2008, 09:00 PM
Waterlogged

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bojamijams

Wow, ahole much?

It was a legit question, and in order to maximize sales margin, if there isn't any major design hampering way, why not include a whole other market, not just mCW60 owners?

Swiftech is not in business to make things that are compatible with D-Tek blocks just like D-Tek isn't in business to make things compatible with Swiftech blocks. If I were Gabe, I wouldn't bother testing if anyone else's stuff fit either.
11-27-2008, 09:38 PM
halo112358

You guys do realize you could open up the waterblock holes with tools right? You're talking 4mm on each side, pretty easy work if you know what you're doing.
11-27-2008, 09:46 PM
Ttocs

Yep, but I was figuring he wanted to know without modification. There's a couple of ways to get around it, that's just one good one.
11-27-2008, 10:11 PM
whe3ls

well this work with a 3870x2?
11-27-2008, 10:16 PM
Navanod

And would it work with other (non-swiftech) GPU blocks?
11-28-2008, 10:14 AM
gabe

well this work with a 3870x2?

no

And would it work with other (non-swiftech) GPU blocks?

We don't know .. sorry
11-28-2008, 10:40 AM
ward0

alrady orderd this here in europe :D hoping i will get it soon :D
11-28-2008, 05:23 PM
STEvil

Quote:

Originally Posted by Navanod

And would it work with other (non-swiftech) GPU blocks?

With dremel: yes
Without: unpredicatable.
11-28-2008, 08:14 PM
Vienna

Sweet!

I can't wait till this arrives at NCIX, any news on when the MCW60 adaptor kit for the 4870x2's comes out or are the needed screws and etc included in this kit?
11-30-2008, 03:34 PM
Sabre2

Will there be a 4870x2 FC Block ala stealth series? I'm pricing up a rig with a i7 920, Asus Rampage Extreme II and a 4870X2... I know there is a block to fit the Mobo, and the GTZ will work with the CPU... but im blockless for my 4870X2 since I'd like to keep it all swiftech.

Thanks.
11-30-2008, 04:27 PM
safan80

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sabre2

Will there be a 4870x2 FC Block ala stealth series? I'm pricing up a rig with a i7 920, Asus Rampage Extreme II and a 4870X2... I know there is a block to fit the Mobo, and the GTZ will work with the CPU... but im blockless for my 4870X2 since I'd like to keep it all swiftech.

Thanks.

if you want a full cover block go with DD or EK.
11-30-2008, 05:26 PM
Bojamijams

or XSPC for even less
11-30-2008, 08:31 PM
Sabre2

That would go against what I said... which is "I'd like to keep it all swiftech".
12-01-2008, 08:07 AM
Bojamijams

Well there IS no full cover swiftech block so you're SOL then.
12-01-2008, 01:24 PM
Sabre2

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bojamijams

Well there IS no full cover swiftech block so you're SOL then.

Seriously... can't you read? I was asking if there will be, not if there is. Obviously I can check their product page and see if something is available or not... and I know it isn't.
12-05-2008, 09:02 AM
basserdan

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sabre2

Will there be a 4870x2 FC Block ala stealth series? I'm pricing up a rig with a i7 920, Asus Rampage Extreme II and a 4870X2... I know there is a block to fit the Mobo, and the GTZ will work with the CPU... but im blockless for my 4870X2 since I'd like to keep it all swiftech.

Thanks.

post #156 http://www.xtremesystems.org/forums/...=200683&page=7

I believe this as close as it gets from Swiftech
12-05-2008, 01:26 PM
Breezyjr

Hey Gabe....
Ummm, I want a Ford Mustang, but do you know if the Chevy Camaro engine will fit.... :D:ROTF::rofl:

Breezyjr
12-05-2008, 01:31 PM
Kayin

You'll need an improvised bellhousing adaptor plate and the torque converter isn't guaranteed to line up. If you drive a manual, you may need to shim your pedal linkage to compensate. Also, have fun completely doing the electronics.

Sure, it's possible. Here's your power tools. Have at it.

Any hope of getting them unanodized?
12-05-2008, 02:27 PM
Chruschef

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bojamijams

Well there IS no full cover swiftech block so you're SOL then.

well, there isn't a "full cover" option.

If you take a look at the product page for this heatsink, you will notice that is designed to be used with the caldera water block. It is currently unreleased, should be soon though I'm guessing. From the looks of the photo, it mounts on top of the heatsink.

It looks pretty nice, I'd get one if I had a HD4870x2. :D
12-05-2008, 03:42 PM
Breezyjr

Quote:

Originally Posted by [XC] Kayin

You'll need an improvised bellhousing adaptor plate and the torque converter isn't guaranteed to line up. If you drive a manual, you may need to shim your pedal linkage to compensate. Also, have fun completely doing the electronics.

Sure, it's possible. Here's your power tools. Have at it.

Any hope of getting them unanodized?

No, no, no, no.... I mean, will the engine just fit. Haven't they tested to see if other engines will work with their chassis???

I was certain Ford (Gabe) would know whether or not their competitor's parts fit. :rofl::shrug::ROTF::confused::p:

breezyjr
12-05-2008, 06:17 PM
gabe

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sabre2

Will there be a 4870x2 FC Block ala stealth series? I'm pricing up a rig with a i7 920, Asus Rampage Extreme II and a 4870X2... I know there is a block to fit the Mobo, and the GTZ will work with the CPU... but im blockless for my 4870X2 since I'd like to keep it all swiftech.

Thanks.

take a look here: http://www.swiftech.com/products/MCW...LITY-CHART.asp

and here: http://www.xtremesystems.org/forums/...5&postcount=15
12-05-2008, 07:26 PM
Utnorris

Wow............. and nice computer setup.

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