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So, what do you prefer? Compression fittings or straight barbs?
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And if someone can list the pros/cons compared to each other I would greatly appreciate it.
Cons:
Compression's ARENT tubing friendly.
Very selective on what blocks they will fit depending on your outter diameter wall.
Pros:
They look nicer then regular.
Dont require additional clamps.
The Pro is actually in debate, im starting to like Koolance's Clamps on regular Barbs.
I like the looks and you don't have to use stripes to secure the housing. But they do cost about 3 times as normal barbs. Will the compression fitting that I liked in the fist post fit my tubing?Quote:
Originally Posted by NaeKuh
Are these the clamps:
http://www.koolance.com/water-coolin.../clm-10_p0.jpghttp://www.koolance.com/water-coolin.../clm-10_p1.jpg
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Originally Posted by NaeKuh
You've really become a big Koolance fan lately :p:
Barbs and no clamps! IMHO.
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only one the stuff i use and like. :rofl:Quote:
Originally Posted by zlojack
The clamps are nice tho, i need to pick up more, and if you try them, you'll see why i say there nice.
No, those wont fit, infact that tubing wont fit any compression i can think of.Quote:
Originally Posted by Brodholm
and yes those are the clamps. They have 2 sizes for 1/2ID, so you need to match clamps with tubing as well.
Good lord 11/16 outer wall eliminates those koolance clamps as well, your only hope is worm drive clamps my friend.
can u elaborate on this? what do u mean by 'tubing friendly'??Quote:
Originally Posted by NaeKuh
Neither... Push-in fittings FTW :)
Of course, you're limited to 12/9 tubing (unless you want to use a lot of 3/8 > 1/4 adaptors), and it takes a bit of ingenuity if you want to use rigid tubing.
On the upside, no plasticizer leech if your use PU (or even copper) and no other solution comes even close in ease of use :)
And, of course depending on taste, some even look good 'n all :D
Not the ones I use though, but they're cheap and cheerful and once I close the case I don't see them :p:
What barbs do you use and what tubing. I think ill need clamps with my tygon R3603 7/16in. ID 11/16in tubing. People say that its safer. But when they get on a barb, they are a pain in the ass to remove!Quote:
Originally Posted by theseeker
Yeah, I thought so...Quote:
Originally Posted by NaeKuh
But I already have the "fat boys" and ill think I stick with them!
Maybe the next build ;)
u need to match outter wall and inner diameter almost exactly for it to work effectively.Quote:
Originally Posted by exemay
Have one of those numbers off, and compressions can be a nightmore more then bling.
1/2" BP barbs with 3/8" ID TFC tubing. You will not need clamps and you will have a clean look.Quote:
Originally Posted by Brodholm
mmm i see what you mean....wasnt a problem for me cause i got feser compression and feser tubingz!Quote:
Originally Posted by NaeKuh
They are nice-looking and look like they'd work well :up:Quote:
Originally Posted by NaeKuh
But I'm a comps guy.:)
I still prefer clamps and not those cheap plastic things I'd be worried off that. My favorites are the ones you tighten with a screwdriver.
same here.... nothing gives you peace of mind against leaks etc as metal screw clamps :DQuote:
Originally Posted by ewitte
+1. Who cares what they look like? They are inside the case, and if everything is alright, no need to be looking inside and seeing them lol :cool:Quote:
Originally Posted by eva2000
+1. They are cheaper and go well with my dust bunnies too!Quote:
Originally Posted by anzial
Kind of surprised no one has ever come up with blackened worm clamps :)
I see some points on the barbs and I agree with them, but personally I prefer the compression fittings myself.
Some might value function exclusively, but I love looking into my case and saying "whoa". Looking at pics of some of these amazing watercooled systems and how cool the compression fittings and tubing looked is what made me investigate watercooling to begin with.
The only problem I ever had with the compression fittings was on my swiftech max NB block. The little swiftec logo
interfered with the seating of the fitting and I had a small weep there until I caught it. I pulled it off and it makes a nice case badge now.
I just think they look a lot more professional on a beautiful piece like the collance 350 waterblock.
Just my take.
Aren't those little tiny holes that the water goes through, well, ....cute!
compressions are so much nicer. I might consider using DD Fatboys with those koolance clamps though. Doubt i will ever find those Koolance clamps in the UK.
can someone explain to a noob what exactly are compression fittings and how exactly i'd use them?
i have masterkleer 7/16" ID 5/8" OD tubing... what can i use?
well you can buy them here:Quote:
Originally Posted by Scubar
Aquatuning.de - srping clamps
in all different colors and sizes :up:
edit: shipping cost are very high...
Compressions have my vote....Looks good, holds the tubing secure and looks good (Did I say that already?)
Con - Price.
normal barbs have my vote
better flow, better looks, smaller footprint
7/16" tubing on EK barbs = no clamp required :up: