Discovered some dampness inside my AMD Wraith Prism cooler.
Discovered some dampness inside my AMD Wraith Prism cooler.
Hey there! I've spotted some moisture near the fan on my Wraith Prism cooler, just under the black plastic grille. It was a small amount—almost like a drop. I suspect it might be oil from the fan, since wiping it away left the area looking shiny or greasy. I haven't seen any similar spots on other fans in my PC, so it seems to be specific to this cooler. I'd love to hear your thoughts. Also, do you think it's safe to move the fans around—clockwise or counterclockwise—when cleaning them with a cotton swab? I've heard air compressors could harm them, but I'm not sure if just shifting them would cause any damage.
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Might be oil from a fan component. This suggests a worn bearing or a damaged seal, both reasons to replace the cooler. Turning the fan counterclockwise or by hand won’t harm it. You can spin the motor quickly with a strong vacuum, though those fans typically reach up to 3,000 or even 4,000 RPM, so you shouldn’t be concerned. In my experience, using soft fluffy dust wipes works best.
You're welcome on the topic. There are other methods to check the bearing condition, such as inspecting it visually or listening for unusual sounds from the fan. It might be helpful to reach out to AMD for guidance. I'll keep an eye on whether the liquid reappears.
I was considering getting an AiO device eventually, perhaps next year. I’m unsure whether to wait and use the Wraith Prism cooler or buy one right away. I compared the Arctic Liquid Freezer II 240, Corsair’s h100i, and Cooler Master’s MasterLiquid v2. The Arctic model is under 100 euros, while the Corsair is around 150.