Can anyone rate the primochill Typhoon III?

[rambler358]

Thanks guys for the suggestions.

Utnorris - off topic, but I looked at your sig pic. Regarding your GPU blocks - I noticed that the nozzles between the blocks don't alternate, and it looks like water is passing right through the first block to the second. Is that really what's happening?

[Utnorris]

Yes, it is running in parallel, works great.

[rambler358]

Yes, it is running in parallel, works great.

Okay, but I guess I don't understand how water's getting to the first block? It seems the water is passing through the first to the second (without actually going through the block itself), and then out of the second and again passing through the first block.

[JackOfAll]

3x GTX295 in parallel. 2x DDC 18W in series, 2x 3x120mm rads, for the GPU loop. All GPU's O/C'd to 720/1548/1080. Full load GPU temps 50-54 deg C on 22 deg C ambient.

[Utnorris]

Exactly, I didn't think it would be that good either, but it works great. I use to do them in series, but this seems to give me better flow and maybe that is what is making up for the difference, not sure since I am not an engineer, but it does work. For my situation it would be near impossible to run in series since the third card almost butts up against my side panel.

[rambler358]

I guess I'm just not sure how water flows through the 1st and 2nd GPU blocks - it seems like they're getting by-passed.

[Utnorris]

I thought so too, but it does go through all three blocks.

[rambler358]

Okay, sounds like it works well anyway.

And sorry for taking the thread off topic.

[India48]

Excuse my ignorance [i'm a bit of a nub] but I have a few questions,

1. In some cases, the 5.25" bays are positioned at a higher level than the PCIe slots, and thus the graphics card. In this situation, whereby the T3 is positioned higher than a graphics card [fitted with a water block] will there be any adverse effects on the performance of the loop? Please correct me if I'm wrong, but I have always thought that the pump should be placed as low as possible in a loop?

2. From what I understand, the T3 really shines in loops which have multiple water blocks/radiators [i.e. a CPU, 2xGPU] loop. Would it still perform well on a simple GPU only loop [360 Radiator, 1x GPU loop]? I ask because I see it as a great opportunity for future proofing, by using the T3 to pump a simple GPU only loop, with the ability to add more radiators, or blocks in the future, without having to sacrifice more space for another pump.

Thanks guys

[JackOfAll]

I guess I'm just not sure how water flows through the 1st and 2nd GPU blocks - it seems like they're getting by-passed.

The simplest explanation I've read is in the Hondacity's HeatKillers GTX285 in Triple Sli (simple test) thread.

In determining which branch to travel through in a parallel loop it is pressure that is the largest deciding factor. When the water reaches the first waterblock it has two paths it can take. It can continue on to the last 2 waterblocks, or it can go through the first waterblock. There is less pressure to continue on to the other two blocks because they are in parallel and provide less restriction, so most of the water (about 2/3) will continue on to the final two blocks whereas the other third will travel to the first block. Then when it reaches the junction of the second waterblock it can continue on to the third or go through the second. The pressure from the third is roughly the same as the second, so the remaining water splits about equally between the two. The end result is about 1/3 of the flow moving through each block.

[BoxGods]

3x GTX295 in parallel. 2x DDC 18W in series, 2x 3x120mm rads, for the GPU loop. All GPU's O/C'd to 720/1548/1080. Full load GPU temps 50-54 deg C on 22 deg C ambient.

I guess I'm just not sure how water flows through the 1st and 2nd GPU blocks - it seems like they're getting by-passed.

Your right, that looks INSANE lol.

Excuse my ignorance [i'm a bit of a nub] but I have a few questions,

1. In some cases, the 5.25" bays are positioned at a higher level than the PCIe slots, and thus the graphics card. In this situation, whereby the T3 is positioned higher than a graphics card [fitted with a water block] will there be any adverse effects on the performance of the loop? Please correct me if I'm wrong, but I have always thought that the pump should be placed as low as possible in a loop?

2. From what I understand, the T3 really shines in loops which have multiple water blocks/radiators [i.e. a CPU, 2xGPU] loop. Would it still perform well on a simple GPU only loop [360 Radiator, 1x GPU loop]? I ask because I see it as a great opportunity for future proofing, by using the T3 to pump a simple GPU only loop, with the ability to add more radiators, or blocks in the future, without having to sacrifice more space for another pump.

Thanks guys

1. If it were a sump pump of course, but in a closed loop no.

2. It will run one loop just fine and you make a great point about it's expandability.

No dumb questions man, and don't be afraid to try different approaches--if you get it absolutely perfect the first time then you missed out on part of the fun. Just look at the image above-- I am STILL scratching my head over THAT setup lol.

[India48]

Awesome! Thanks for the reply BoxGods, it was really helpful. I'v been searching for a pump/res solution for quite some time now, and I think I have finally found it. I have been designing elaborate ways to mount pumps and reservoirs, with enough room left for the possibility of expansion, to no end. The T3 seems like its going to be the solution to my problems, whilst also looking awesome! Kudos mate!

Now I'v just got to figure out how to get one to Australia

[Aielman]

I'm still unclear as to weather or not it's advisable to run a subloop with just a block on it, with a single rad on the second subloop with the other block...all fed from the same T3 w/pump.

[BoxGods]

Now I'v just got to figure out how to get one to Australia

I think there is a reseller Down Under coming on line here pretty soon. Not positive though. I will ask and let you know.

I'm still unclear as to weather or not it's advisable to run a subloop with just a block on it, with a single rad on the second subloop with the other block...all fed from the same T3 w/pump.

It will depend on the actual parts as to the ABSOLUTE best set up of the loop/s. If the block on the loop by itself likes a lot of flow or is more restrictive, and the size of the rad etc. Vapor seems to have numbers on every w/c component ever made and might be able to guide you if you listed the actual parts.

[BoxGods]

Now I'v just got to figure out how to get one to Australia

OK. I talked to Brian at PrimoChill and he said they were working with:

https://www.gammods.com.au/store/

But that they have yet to actually place an order. You might want to get in touch with them to see what the hold up is. Maybe have a mate or three do the same.

Hope that helps.

Wish you had posted 2 weeks ago as a friend of mine was there visiting his grand parents and could have just dropped one in the post for you =(

[India48]

Thanks for checking on an Australian reseller for me mate. I'v purchased parts from Gammods before, and they are a pleasure to work with. I'll get in touch with them. I wish I had stumbled across this post 2 weeks ago too mate

Thanks for your help BoxGods.

[Utnorris]

Ok, so I just had a thought and this really probably only pertains to my setup, but can the res be mounted to where the pump is on the bottom or is that bad for the pump? This way I could avoid putting a fillport on top of the res and still take advantage of the overfill res. I am pretty sure a D5 can be mounted that way, but I just want to make sure. Also, does it matter if it is the D5 with the or without the speed control? waiting for Jab-tech to get them in stock, but I may go ahead and order one from Frozen.
Thanks.

[Utnorris]

Nevermind, I found my answers. Now I need to decide on who to order from. Anyone know when Jab-tech will have it? Only reason I ask is I get stuff from them within a day of ordering.
Thanks.

[Utnorris]

Wow! Just got a reply back from Jab-tech, they expect them on Monday. Talk about late support and quick response. I just sent them an email an hour ago and they responded just a few minutes ago. My time is almost 1am. Now that is service. Hopefully they will be here and I can order it Tuesday and have it by Wednesday.

[BoxGods]

Ok, so I just had a thought and this really probably only pertains to my setup, but can the res be mounted to where the pump is on the bottom or is that bad for the pump? This way I could avoid putting a fillport on top of the res and still take advantage of the overfill res. I am pretty sure a D5 can be mounted that way, but I just want to make sure. Also, does it matter if it is the D5 with the or without the speed control? waiting for Jab-tech to get them in stock, but I may go ahead and order one from Frozen.
Thanks.

Yes you can mount it on the top of your case. DB is doing a mod with one mounted that way now in fact.

[DarthBeavis]

Yes you can mount it on the top of your case. DB is doing a mod with one mounted that way now in fact.

Will have pictures by the end of the day

[Utnorris]

Sweet and with Jab-tech hopefully getting them on Monday I should have one mid-next week. Next week will be fun, got my Classified coming back in, an SSD on the way and probably this.

[nypunkgeek]

I picked one up on Friday from FrozenCPU (they are local to me) and have to say I really like the unit. I am only running a single loop right now with just a CPU and Northbridge block and a single Swiftech MCR220 rad this week. Next week I should be adding a block for a 285GTX and moving the chipset block over to that along with a new MCR220.

I really like the way it cleaned up my system since I no longer have a pump on the bottom of the case I am going to be able to easily add the additional radiator.

[India48]

Looks awesome

[BoxGods]

I picked one up on Friday from FrozenCPU (they are local to me) and have to say I really like the unit. I am only running a single loop right now with just a CPU and Northbridge block and a single Swiftech MCR220 rad this week. Next week I should be adding a block for a 285GTX and moving the chipset block over to that along with a new MCR220.

I really like the way it cleaned up my system since I no longer have a pump on the bottom of the case I am going to be able to easily add the additional radiator.

You need to add "and part time PIMP" to ur handle now

Looks sweet!. Any installation issues?