Innovation Cooling's Diamond 7 TIM test results

[123bob]

It's still the only paste I use....

Hope you're doing well,
Bob

[David_L6]

It's still the only paste I use....

Hope you're doing well,
Bob

Same here. It is the best thermal paste I've tried both in initial performance and longevity.

[tastymannatees]

Same here. It is the best thermal paste I've tried both in initial performance and longevity.

It's been about 1.5 years at this point so the compound it holding up long term?

The best group to date out of the 11 test groups so far. Looking back through the other 10 forums with out a doubt also the one that really put me through the wringer.

[littleowl]

I use nothing but this stuff now. I am very happy with it! I just got a system back from when you first gave this stuff to me. The fan was so clogged with dirt that it didn't even spin anymore. Yet the CPU was still keeping cool enough to run for a few hrs.

[123bob]

When I get a chance, I'll take some data from the rigs I tested in the thread. I think they are all running very close to the original temps. I have not had to mess with them. The clocks, etc are identical to what I had a year and a half ago. You should have seen the dust bunnies when I added cards for GPUGrid and folding over the last couple of months...

Bob

[artemm]

Hmm... makes me wonder why I didn't read this thread BEFORE I bought my 13 dollar tube of MX-3....

Should I even bother looking for a side-by-side comparison... or will that make me regret my decision even more?

[123bob]

Hmm... makes me wonder why I didn't read this thread BEFORE I bought my 13 dollar tube of MX-3....

Should I even bother looking for a side-by-side comparison... or will that make me regret my decision even more?

There a ton of data in this thread. Even against the top Shin Etsu stuff. For it's performance, both initially and particularly over the course of a year and a half running 27/7/365, I'm a believer....

Don't beat yourself up too bad. We all learn new stuff everyday. You may want to consider it for your next tube.

Regards,
Bob

[Jaco]

Still happy with IC D7 here , just a small remark :
ICD7 tends to leave an imprint behind on my cpu's. Anyone else seen this?

[Martijn]

Still happy with IC D7 here , just a small remark :
ICD7 tends to leave an imprint behind on my cpu's. Anyone else seen this?

It is indeed hard to get off. Most of the time I'm not able to read the text on the CPU anymore.

[tastymannatees]

I have got 3 years on one of my office PC's at this point with no change although it not run as hard as your systems. It's nice to get that feed back.

Martijn It is indeed hard to get off. Most of the time I'm not able to read the text on the CPU anymore.

To remove it I would add a few drops of acetone and let it soak in for a minute or 2, re-wetting should make for an easier Job along with an acetone moistened cloth.

123 bob When I get a chance, I'll take some data from the rigs I tested in the thread. I think they are all running very close to the original temps. I have not had to mess with them. The clocks, etc are identical to what I had a year and a half ago. You should have seen the dust bunnies when I added cards for GPUGrid and folding over the last couple of months..

Any new or revised data is always good and I am always happy to get it.

Jaco Still happy with IC D7 here , just a small remark :
ICD7 tends to leave an imprint behind on my cpu's. Anyone else seen this?

Sometimes there is an oxidation ring outside the area of contact. I do not see it personally but I have seen a couple if of picture examples, hard to troubleshoot from a distance. Maybe a reaction to some cleaner? Could use a little of the residue paste to buff it out if you like good cosmetics.

[Origin_Unknown]

is the general WCG consensus that the ICD7 is the best thermal paste?

i've not changed mine for so long now i'd be supprised if there was actually any on my cpu!

[[XC] Hicks121]

I have this on all my cpu's still. The E6300 has not been changed in over a year & still getting the same temps from when I 1st applied it.

Good Stuff!

[David_L6]

It's been about 1.5 years at this point so the compound it holding up long term?

The best group to date out of the 11 test groups so far. Looking back through the other 10 forums with out a doubt also the one that really put me through the wringer.

I apologize for taking so long to reply.....

Yes, it is holding up just fine. I have not had to replace it on any of the three computers that I used it in and still have (sold a couple other computers). I am using it on a QX6700 and two Q6700s. All have TRUEs.

[jcool]

Heh, I almost used up my sample that Dave kindly sent me way back, and I must confess I couldn't really do a comparison yet. Since I just got a few tubes of the new MX-3 in (that is supposedly very good) I am curious to see which one performs better.

[Origin_Unknown]

i've decided to splash out and get some to replace the TIM on my cpu/NB/gfx. - hopefully ill get it before saturday but i doubt it

[OldChap]

I've decided to give this a try, most of my gear is using mx2 or ceramique. How does this perform if using phase or chilling..... anyone know?

While I'm asking questions...what do you make of a qx9650 under a gtz which crunches at 4x deg on all cores but 55 deg on 2 cores and 95 deg on the other 2 when running LinX

[loonym]

While I'm asking questions...what do you make of a qx9650 under a gtz which crunches at 4x deg on all cores but 55 deg on 2 cores and 95 deg on the other 2 when running LinX

Sounds like fuxd sensors.

[OldChap]

Ok...Idle one sticks at 27, LinX the temps fluctuate in the 50's on 2 (high load) but 50-95(max) on the other 2...I'm guessing here that I should go with the higher temp but as this is my only running 45nm (@4.0) do you agree? or is this a case of forget it cos these temps are wild

[INFRNL]

I have been meaning to get some of this, but been too lazy and keep forgetting....please forgive me

Can anyone tell me where the best place to get this is in the US? EDIT: nevermind, seems to be the same price everywhere. will order online or see about going to MC

[jcool]

It's been about 1.5 years at this point so the compound it holding up long term?

The best group to date out of the 11 test groups so far. Looking back through the other 10 forums with out a doubt also the one that really put me through the wringer.

Hey, question - I still can not get a hold of this stuff anywhere in Europe, which makes it kinda hard to use commercially. Any plans to sell IDC7 in Europe?

Also, is there such a thing as too high mounting pressure for this paste? I read something about "optimum pressure at 90-100psi" on the first page of this thread... now, I usually use HK 3,0 waterblock mounts with backplate, which usually get to a lot more pressure (160-180 PSI). Will that affect performance in a bad way?

[ctgilles]

Get some Coollaboratory Liquid Pro. It's expensive and hard to apply but it keeps my 3.6 X4 955 @ under chipset temps (40°C boinc loaded)

[jcool]

Yeah, it also can't be removed without using metal polish

[loonym]

OldChap, I would tend to not trust the sensors. As long as you have decent cooling (which you do), and use reasonable volts (which you are), whatever you do is safe. Those cpu are extremely hardy.

[my87csx481]

Are you guys using this stuff on mosfets and chipsets too? or only cpus?

Should I allow the mount to sit X amount of time before firing up the rig?

Should I store the stuff in the refrigerator?

Thanks.

[INFRNL]

Good question as I am ordering some tonight, and do not know if it differs from as5. will have to research. any special things about IC D& that we should make note of?