Is Light Blue Coolant suitable for water cooling applications?
Is Light Blue Coolant suitable for water cooling applications?
I've been searching for a suitable coolant for my upcoming water cooling PC build and have found myself in a loop. I'm particularly fond of Mayhem's Blue (light blue, not dark), but some reviews seem to raise concerns. Could the color change be due to heat or contact with certain metals? Are there superior opaque blue options available, or is the pastel version acceptable?
Consider using white coolant along with a few drops of blue food coloring or dye.
I honestly don't suggest any special coolants. At most, dyes are the best option.
Coolants for water cooling are mainly used for appearance, which can also be achieved with other methods. I would only recommend a coolant if you're working with different metals to avoid corrosion or in cases where very low temperatures are required.
I don't really suggest any special coolants. At most, dyes are the safest option. Coolants for water cooling are mainly used for color purposes, which can also be achieved through other methods. I'd only recommend a coolant if you're working with different metals to avoid corrosion or in cases of very low temperatures. So, distilled water with dye seems like a good choice?
My suggestion is distilled water, indeed. The only substances I add are anti-microbials to stop growth in the water. Dyes are also fine since they're present in small amounts, though they can still leave stains on tubing.