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- Feb 20, 2007
Heya guys.
Ive gotten a few PMs over the past few weeks about what products to use for subzero insulation and figured rather than keep typing the info out over and over again Id make a thread here and just send people over to it.
I am by no means an expert, but have poured a reasonable amount of LN2 over the past 6-8 months. There isnt anything special in this post its just a generic insulation resource for people who have not done this before and need something to get them started.
First off, if you have not reviewed it, the best guides for prep are at XS.
MOBO INSULATION GUIDE - Some people also prefer a silicone conformal coating such as "Fine-L-Kote-SR" (available at www.mouser.com and other places) instead of the clear nail polish. Personally I use the nail polish but alot of ppl like the conformals as well.
GPU POT INSULATION FYI I use Armaflex 1"-2" tape instead of the big sheets. I find it easier to apply and isnt nearly as thick. Ive got to believe k|ngp|n is currently doing it that way as well since when I purchased my Tek 9 3.0 from him just a few months ago he included the aforementioned armaflex tape
TEMP PROBE INSTALLATION - This is one for GPU only I believe but the idea is the same for the CPU pots also.
Regarding the gray foam insulation mentioned, I use Frost King "duct insulation" which I have readily found at Home Depot
OBVIOUSLY DONT FORGET TO TAKE THE ALUMINUM BACKING OFF FIRST
Next, I am currently using Armaflex sheet insulation 1/2" and Armaflex tubing insulation 2 1/8", but the tubing may vary by your CPU pot diameter and shape. I currently purchase my Armaflex from Johnstone Supply. They have 320 locations globally with the majority in the US.. If you dont have one locally, or are in another country you can typically find the Armaflex, or perhaps Neoprene equivalents in a plumbing/HVAC/refrigeration supply and repair store.
First the sheet, which I believe is 1/2"
Now the tubing.
Dont forget to stock up because its not like this stuff lasts forever! What I have is an INSANE amount you dont need this much but dont get just 1 small piece of the sheeting or just 6inches of tubing either!!!
Hope this helps out some of the guys considering going subzero but dont know where to get the exact items you will need
Ive gotten a few PMs over the past few weeks about what products to use for subzero insulation and figured rather than keep typing the info out over and over again Id make a thread here and just send people over to it.
I am by no means an expert, but have poured a reasonable amount of LN2 over the past 6-8 months. There isnt anything special in this post its just a generic insulation resource for people who have not done this before and need something to get them started.
First off, if you have not reviewed it, the best guides for prep are at XS.
MOBO INSULATION GUIDE - Some people also prefer a silicone conformal coating such as "Fine-L-Kote-SR" (available at www.mouser.com and other places) instead of the clear nail polish. Personally I use the nail polish but alot of ppl like the conformals as well.
GPU POT INSULATION FYI I use Armaflex 1"-2" tape instead of the big sheets. I find it easier to apply and isnt nearly as thick. Ive got to believe k|ngp|n is currently doing it that way as well since when I purchased my Tek 9 3.0 from him just a few months ago he included the aforementioned armaflex tape
TEMP PROBE INSTALLATION - This is one for GPU only I believe but the idea is the same for the CPU pots also.
Regarding the gray foam insulation mentioned, I use Frost King "duct insulation" which I have readily found at Home Depot
OBVIOUSLY DONT FORGET TO TAKE THE ALUMINUM BACKING OFF FIRST
Next, I am currently using Armaflex sheet insulation 1/2" and Armaflex tubing insulation 2 1/8", but the tubing may vary by your CPU pot diameter and shape. I currently purchase my Armaflex from Johnstone Supply. They have 320 locations globally with the majority in the US.. If you dont have one locally, or are in another country you can typically find the Armaflex, or perhaps Neoprene equivalents in a plumbing/HVAC/refrigeration supply and repair store.
First the sheet, which I believe is 1/2"
Now the tubing.
Dont forget to stock up because its not like this stuff lasts forever! What I have is an INSANE amount you dont need this much but dont get just 1 small piece of the sheeting or just 6inches of tubing either!!!
Hope this helps out some of the guys considering going subzero but dont know where to get the exact items you will need
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