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- May 10, 2006
Hey folks,
I'm setting up a new wc system and there's some confusion on my part regarding the appropriate pump power. I realize head height is the more important spec, but this relates to flow through the blocks. On the one hand, I read that the higher the flow rate the better, because you need to have the coolest water in the blocks at all times. OTOH, I read that you can't use TOO high a flow rate, because that wouldn't allow the water enough time to "wick away" the heat from the blocks.
Here's what will initially be loading the pump:
1 Swiftech Apogee
1 Swiftech MCW60
1 CoolRad-12T
An estimated 3.5 feet of tubing (masterkleer 1/2" ID)
All above using 1/2" barbs; pump may require reducers, however, depending on model.
Here's what will probably be added later (or sooner):
1 Swiftech MCW30
Additional tubing for this block.
Yeah, I know... I should install ALL the parts I will ever use right from the start, so I don't have to break it down and spill fluid, etc. But, my Zalman 47J sink is working nicely on the NB for now.
Here's what could be added later if I go overboard:
Water temp sending unit
Water pressure sending unit
So tell me, what sorta pump power should I be looking for which will be adequate for future loads w/o being too strong for what I already have?
I've read that the typical block presents the equivalent of 18" line resistance. Is this spec correct, and are my blocks be considered "typical" nowadays? Also, about how many inches would my CoolRad present? I need to know for the purpose of calculating final GPM from pump head specs.
Also, I'd welcome opinions on which pumps are quietest, as noise reduction is my primary objective for this Chieftec Dragon case.
Lastly, are all made-for-pc fluids created equally? That is, do some have higher viscosity which in turn requires a more powerful pump to achieve the same flow rates? I ask because I'm considering using a non-conductive formula which includes the lubricating, anti-algae, etc., additives.
Thanks.
I'm setting up a new wc system and there's some confusion on my part regarding the appropriate pump power. I realize head height is the more important spec, but this relates to flow through the blocks. On the one hand, I read that the higher the flow rate the better, because you need to have the coolest water in the blocks at all times. OTOH, I read that you can't use TOO high a flow rate, because that wouldn't allow the water enough time to "wick away" the heat from the blocks.
Here's what will initially be loading the pump:
1 Swiftech Apogee
1 Swiftech MCW60
1 CoolRad-12T
An estimated 3.5 feet of tubing (masterkleer 1/2" ID)
All above using 1/2" barbs; pump may require reducers, however, depending on model.
Here's what will probably be added later (or sooner):
1 Swiftech MCW30
Additional tubing for this block.
Yeah, I know... I should install ALL the parts I will ever use right from the start, so I don't have to break it down and spill fluid, etc. But, my Zalman 47J sink is working nicely on the NB for now.
Here's what could be added later if I go overboard:
Water temp sending unit
Water pressure sending unit
So tell me, what sorta pump power should I be looking for which will be adequate for future loads w/o being too strong for what I already have?
I've read that the typical block presents the equivalent of 18" line resistance. Is this spec correct, and are my blocks be considered "typical" nowadays? Also, about how many inches would my CoolRad present? I need to know for the purpose of calculating final GPM from pump head specs.
Also, I'd welcome opinions on which pumps are quietest, as noise reduction is my primary objective for this Chieftec Dragon case.
Lastly, are all made-for-pc fluids created equally? That is, do some have higher viscosity which in turn requires a more powerful pump to achieve the same flow rates? I ask because I'm considering using a non-conductive formula which includes the lubricating, anti-algae, etc., additives.
Thanks.