F5F Stay Refreshed Power Users Overclocking Hey, I need some assistance with your Watercooling Loop.

Hey, I need some assistance with your Watercooling Loop.

Hey, I need some assistance with your Watercooling Loop.

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adcrash17
Member
132
03-07-2016, 11:32 PM
#1
Hey everyone, I'm putting together a custom watercooling loop and need assistance with the reservoir, pump, and fittings. Here are the details of the parts I have:

Blocks:
CPU: [link]
GPU: [link]
Soft Tubing: [link]
Radiators:
- 480mm: [link]
- 360mm: [link]
Fans:
- [Amazon link]

I'm aware the radiators should fit in my full-tower case, so let me know if you can help with the missing components. Thanks a lot!
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adcrash17
03-07-2016, 11:32 PM #1

Hey everyone, I'm putting together a custom watercooling loop and need assistance with the reservoir, pump, and fittings. Here are the details of the parts I have:

Blocks:
CPU: [link]
GPU: [link]
Soft Tubing: [link]
Radiators:
- 480mm: [link]
- 360mm: [link]
Fans:
- [Amazon link]

I'm aware the radiators should fit in my full-tower case, so let me know if you can help with the missing components. Thanks a lot!

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Holly_Dad
Junior Member
11
03-08-2016, 12:13 AM
#2
The tube you mentioned is 10/16, these fittings are 12/16 – it’s clear they won’t fit.
I’m unsure how you arranged your loop; you’ll need at least 10 fittings for the list you shared.
You may want to consider:
* angle adapters
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/fittings/adapter-fittings
* splitters
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/fittings/extra/splitters
* a drain port that aids in removing liquid from your loop.
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/fittings/extra/ball-valves
You can learn more about planning loops here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4PRtFTEAgA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SR9jEczwCZ4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dy9EqbKLDP0
In the final video you’ll see precisely how to handle the drain...
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Holly_Dad
03-08-2016, 12:13 AM #2

The tube you mentioned is 10/16, these fittings are 12/16 – it’s clear they won’t fit.
I’m unsure how you arranged your loop; you’ll need at least 10 fittings for the list you shared.
You may want to consider:
* angle adapters
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/fittings/adapter-fittings
* splitters
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/fittings/extra/splitters
* a drain port that aids in removing liquid from your loop.
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/fittings/extra/ball-valves
You can learn more about planning loops here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4PRtFTEAgA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SR9jEczwCZ4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dy9EqbKLDP0
In the final video you’ll see precisely how to handle the drain...

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67
03-10-2016, 12:40 AM
#3
1. the fans you chose are bad for radiators. they are not static pressure optimized. the Noctua NF-F12 are much better option.
2. there is new (better ?) flex tubing from EK -
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/ek-duraclear-11-1-15-9mm
pick the sizr that you need.
3. CPU block - get the standard supremacy evo - it's identical, but comes with a lot of different mounting staff that may be useful in the future builds.
I like the D5 pumps - they are quieter and cooler.
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/ek-xres-140-re...-incl-pump
i use a smaller version of this and it's awesome.
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DragonKiller37
03-10-2016, 12:40 AM #3

1. the fans you chose are bad for radiators. they are not static pressure optimized. the Noctua NF-F12 are much better option.
2. there is new (better ?) flex tubing from EK -
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/ek-duraclear-11-1-15-9mm
pick the sizr that you need.
3. CPU block - get the standard supremacy evo - it's identical, but comes with a lot of different mounting staff that may be useful in the future builds.
I like the D5 pumps - they are quieter and cooler.
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/ek-xres-140-re...-incl-pump
i use a smaller version of this and it's awesome.

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Stefanlorenzo
Member
56
03-11-2016, 01:28 PM
#4
Would it be better to receive only the fittings that will fit into the tube you're getting?
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Stefanlorenzo
03-11-2016, 01:28 PM #4

Would it be better to receive only the fittings that will fit into the tube you're getting?

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MITARASHI_403
Junior Member
21
03-17-2016, 08:47 PM
#5
yes, obtain compression fittings.
without fittings you cannot connect anything.
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MITARASHI_403
03-17-2016, 08:47 PM #5

yes, obtain compression fittings.
without fittings you cannot connect anything.

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Poppin
Member
99
03-17-2016, 10:37 PM
#6
yes, please order the compression fittings.
you can't connect anything without them.
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/ek-acf-fitting...mm-black-2
if i receive 16 of these, it should work fine?
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Poppin
03-17-2016, 10:37 PM #6

yes, please order the compression fittings.
you can't connect anything without them.
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/ek-acf-fitting...mm-black-2
if i receive 16 of these, it should work fine?

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215
03-18-2016, 06:33 AM
#7
The tube you mentioned is 10/16, but these fittings are 12/16 – it’s clear they won’t fit.
I’m unsure how you arranged your loop; you’ll need at least ten fittings for the list you shared.
You may want to consider:
* angle adapters
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/fittings/adapter-fittings
* splitters
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/fittings/extra/splitters
* a drain port that helps remove liquid from your loop.
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/fittings/extra/ball-valves
You can learn more about planning loops here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4PRtFTEAgA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SR9jEczwCZ4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dy9EqbKLDP0
In the final video you’ll see exactly how to set up the drain port.
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BuddyTheTurtle
03-18-2016, 06:33 AM #7

The tube you mentioned is 10/16, but these fittings are 12/16 – it’s clear they won’t fit.
I’m unsure how you arranged your loop; you’ll need at least ten fittings for the list you shared.
You may want to consider:
* angle adapters
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/fittings/adapter-fittings
* splitters
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/fittings/extra/splitters
* a drain port that helps remove liquid from your loop.
https://www.ekwb.com/shop/fittings/extra/ball-valves
You can learn more about planning loops here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4PRtFTEAgA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SR9jEczwCZ4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dy9EqbKLDP0
In the final video you’ll see exactly how to set up the drain port.