Has a PSU leak killed my GPU?
Has a PSU leak killed my GPU?
I experienced an unfortunate issue when starting up my PC; the power supply overheated. I powered off the machine completely and removed the PSU from its outlet. Upon inspecting the internal components, everything seemed normal. When I brought the system back home, I found a liquid spill on the GPU—most of it was on the backplate and some on the PCB. I think it might have come from the power supply. My concern is whether this substance is harmful to the GPU and if it can be cleaned. If it’s safe, what would be the most effective cleaning method?
Can you share an image? I'm not sure how a PSU would leak since capacitor leaks typically don't exit the enclosure. For cleaning, apply Isopropyl alcohol and let it rest for at least 24 hours. Edited March 12, 2024 by Average Nerd
You can't be certain without testing, but when you attempt it, make sure the GPU is completely cleaned before restarting, and if using liquid, let it dry thoroughly—ideally for 24 hours if possible.
I'm also uncertain about other potential leaks inside the case. It seems there was no water cooling system present. The GPU was positioned vertically, which caused streaks to run along its surface.
The power supply is a Cooler Master V series V750 SFX, the chassis is Hyte Revolt 3, and the CPU cooler is a Be quiet Dark Rock TF 2. I don’t have any cats, and there’s no liquid around the case.
The power supply is installed at the top, with the case named Hyte Revolt 3. It seems there was no liquid involved, as the exterior appears completely dry and free of marks. I’ll double-check more carefully just to be sure. Using isopropyl alcohol should suffice—no additional products needed?