Can anyone rate the primochill Typhoon III?

[nypunkgeek]

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

Looks sweet!. Any installation issues?

Other than being surprised to find no instructions in the box even though all the part bags were labeled with numbers, no problems. No leaks but since I now am running the fluid suggested that is non-conductive I have a little less fear of leaks anyway.

The only thing kinda sad is that I should have taken a pic without it running so you can really see the insides. It really is a pretty unit. It becomes a solid color that you can't see through when it is running though since the liquid is moving like crazy. I don't think I have any air left in there are all, but it still does that.

Still, I can't wait to add a second loop to it.

[Utnorris]

How about a couple of pics from the backside of the unit? Maybe a couple of the inside of the case.

[nypunkgeek]

How about a couple of pics from the backside of the unit? Maybe a couple of the inside of the case.

Eh, I will have to take some more later. This is what I have right now.

The cables are a bit messy since I am getting a new video card and adding that and a second loop this week.

[Utnorris]

Nice.

[nypunkgeek]

I found I had a tiny bit of air in there and after I was able to bleed it out now it is much clearer while running and you can see through the unit to the pump and the other connectors.

[BoxGods]

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.

Looks like Jab's order shipped TO them today (Monday). They were supposed to get them by today but people are suddenly aware of the Typhoon's so stock went faster then Primo anticipated. Just letting you know it is NOT Jab's fault.

I found I had a tiny bit of air in there and after I was able to bleed it out now it is much clearer while running and you can see through the unit to the pump and the other connectors.

Kind of mesmerizing inst it lol. I love when people THINK they have all the air out and ask me about all the turbulence in the rez, then they actually do get all the air out. Makes me wonder how much air was actually left in loops over the years that I THOUGHT were air free.

Did you have any issues with the ghost Compression fittings? I can't quite tell from your pictures if you have the caps on the LED plugs either.

Also. About there being no instructions...that is my bad as I have not gotten around to writing them. After I do get them put together I will send you a copy in case you noticed anything I missed.

[Utnorris]

Yeah, I was disappointed Jab-Tech didn't get them today. John has been really good about emailing me back letting me know what was going on. Hopefully they will have them tomorrow so i can have it on Wednsday. I am ordering a few things from them and will need them by then if I want to be able to finish my build. I told him they could just drop the res off at my place on the way there since i am in Texas.

[skinnee]

You don't bribe the UPS and FedEx folks? I've left 6 packs for them before with a thank you note.

[surfhick]

I'm having a hard time getting the barbs to seal on the back. Not a real big leak but its there. Its definately the fitting and not the hose. I had it filled and running. Water was clear and I could see everything.
I'm going to look for O-rings at the hardware store tommorrow and, just in case, I have a couple of regular barbs comming.

[BoxGods]

I'm having a hard time getting the barbs to seal on the back. Not a real big leak but its there. Its definately the fitting and not the hose. I had it filled and running. Water was clear and I could see everything.
I'm going to look for O-rings at the hardware store tommorrow and, just in case, I have a couple of regular barbs comming.

Did you visually inspect the O rings?

Also, your not using the spacers right? Those are only if you use the fittings in parts that do not have built in O ring recesses. The T3 does so they are not needed.

[DarthBeavis]

I have several T3s and the fittings and no issues

[BoxGods]

Except the dramatic increase in lotion and tissues usage...

DAM DB...do you ever do anything but build machines?

[surfhick]

Did you visually inspect the O rings?

Also, your not using the spacers right? Those are only if you use the fittings in parts that do not have built in O ring recesses. The T3 does so they are not needed.

Despite the fact you told me about them, in a previous post, I was using the washers. On my way to the hardware store, I looked at the fitting. It was then I saw that the washer won't let the O-ring seat.

My boss calls it slippage. Felt more like a stroke moment to me.

[BoxGods]

Despite the fact you told me about them, in a previous post, I was using the washers. On my way to the hardware store, I looked at the fitting. It was then I saw that the washer won't let the O-ring seat.

My boss calls it slippage. Felt more like a stroke moment to me.

Nah, my bad for not getting off my butt and getting some instructions written.

Slippage huh? Isn't that a sailing term?

Glad you got it worked out though.

[Utnorris]

For all those interested, Jab-Tech is taking orders for the ones that come in tomorrow. Get them while you can because I bet they go quickly once the word is out. I know 2 are already gone.

[Altspacen]

They're already listed as in stock on their site, or am I missing something?

[Bei Fei]

For all those interested, Jab-Tech is taking orders for the ones that come in tomorrow. Get them while you can because I bet they go quickly once the word is out. I know 2 are already gone.

I can't wait to test mine

[karbonkid]

Hi guys,

I am just wondering what whether this res would be a good option for my loop - ie. whether I should run my CPU blocks in parallel or series.

Option 1 - Parallel

       __________
      |          |
      v          ^
 Typhoon iii     |
  |       |      |
 CPU0  CPU1      ^
  |       |      |
  Y-fitting      |
   \      /      ^
     \  /        |
      |          |
      v          ^
      |          |
 Radiator        |
      |          |
      ----->-----^

Option 2 - Series

       __________
      |          |
      v          ^
      /          |
   Radiator      |
    /            ^
   /             |
  |              |
CPU0-->--CPU1    ^
         |       |
         v       |
         |       ^
        /        |
       /        Pump
      |          |
      v          ^
      |          |
 Reservoir       |
      |          |
      ----->-----^

I prefer the parallel approach because I don't like the idea of CPU1 getting fed warm water from CPU0, but it is a little messier due to having to use the Y fitting... I've also been told that series and parallel have been tested by people here in 2CPU setups and series worked better.

I'm sure I've probably asked this question before, but I specifically wanted to see how the T3 changes things. It is certainly a much tidier way to go parallel.

Thoughts?

EDIT: Forgot to mention, the CPU blocks are Swiftech MCW60s (Apogee 1U)

[Utnorris]

They're already listed as in stock on their site, or am I missing something?

They were not due in until today, so he was listing them early. Since this will more than likely be a popular item they will probably go quick once people realize he has them.

[Diverge]

@ karbonkid

I don't think that parallel & series one (the first one), would be really taking advantage of extra flow the T3 is capable of providing.. since after the Y it's reduced to the size on just one tubing.

To take advantage, you'd have to use the 2 outlest, and 2 inlets. So maybe putting both cpu blocks on loop 1 and putting just the rad on loop 2 would be more efficient. That's what i've gathered from reading this thread.

I'm someone will chime in if i'm wrong

[karbonkid]

@ karbonkid

I don't think that parallel & series one (the first one), would be really taking advantage of extra flow the T3 is capable of providing.. since after the Y it's reduced to the size on just one tubing.

To take advantage, you'd have to use the 2 outlest, and 2 inlets. So maybe putting both cpu blocks on loop 1 and putting just the rad on loop 2 would be more efficient. That's what i've gathered from reading this thread.

I'm someone will chime in if i'm wrong

Oh wow - that's an awesome idea. Will that work? I just forked out £50 for this thing and if it can do that, it's well worth it!

EDIT:
The exact parts I'm using are -
D4 Pump
2 Swiftech MCW60s
1 XSPC RS360 rad

[Vapor]

Depends on your blocks and rad's restriction....what are you planning on using?

[karbonkid]

Depends on your blocks and rad's restriction....what are you planning on using?

Edit above, only realised after I posted. Also, any opinions on feeding CPU1 warm water straight from CPU0? Detrimental?

[Vapor]

Considering all three components are such low restriction and none of them are flowrate dependent, just do a single loop in series.

Any arrangement of those three parts being split over 2 loops will result in detrimental performance to part of the system (it won't be noticeable, but there will be no gain with going to a dual subloop config).

[rambler358]

Vapor - In your repsonse to karbonkid above, I'm curious to get your input on my setup and if a semi-dual loop approach would be better:
- XSPC 360 rad & Magicool 1080 rad
- dual Koolance 295 GPU blocks
- Koolance NB/SB chipset block
- Koolance VReg block
- Enzotech Luna Rev.A CPU block
Thanks!