Copper Corrosion Question
Copper Corrosion Question
I have a 980ti hydrocopper with specific components. Parts in question:
250mm Frozenq T-virus - has aluminum caps. -SOLVED!
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EK-CoolStream PE 480 - indicates it's 90% copper.
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Which connectors should I purchase to avoid corrosion while using PrimoChill PrimoFlex LRT Pro?
Can you assist in checking if my setup remains safe with these items? No nickel required.
When the aluminum caps aren't touching the coolant, there should be no issues. The aluminum rings serve only an appearance function and are placed over the threaded black acetal end caps.
The EK-CoolStream PE 480 employs H90 (commonly known as brass) tubing. Maintaining electrical separation between the radiator and the EVGA GeForce GTX 980 Ti HYDRO COPPER cooler will prevent possible galvanic corrosion.
Electrically isolated is unrelated to the power supply. It indicates avoiding installing the cooler and radiator loop in a conductive state, such as metal-to-metal contact, where galvanic corrosion is likely. Do not attach the radiator using metal screws that could create direct metal-to-metal contact with the chassis or computer case, as the HYDRO COPPER cooler is typically grounded to the chassis, forming a complete circuit that enables corrosion. Using nylon screws and spacers between the radiator and chassis will provide electrical separation. It is recommended to clean the loop at least once a year or twice a year, checking for corrosion signs.
Purchase any fittings and parts you desire.
Next, consider...
1. An anti-corrosion additive such as Feser Base when using distilled water for coolant. You might also require a biocide additive or silver killcoil if you proceed this way.
(It is always wise to use an anti-corrosion additive, regardless of your certainty about the metals in your loop. You never know what they were used for in solder or internal components.)
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2. A coolant like EK-Ekoolant that already contains an anti-corrosion additive. It also includes a biocide additive.
In either case, you are protected.