Low processor temperatures are happening, should I consider adding a second pump for my loop?
Low processor temperatures are happening, should I consider adding a second pump for my loop?
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I would review the manual that came with the CPU block for I/O orientation. Many units use a pin matrix or a receptacle to catch the inlet water on a jet plate to aid cooling. The manual should provide the details needed for proper installation.
For the GPU block, the same applies. Some are designed for one-way flow while others are bidirectional.
Your temperatures are within range. I also have a 6700k and it seems normal... it appears you have a slight OC of 217mhz or it automatically increases to 4.2ghz as shown in the picture.
Are you using 2- D5 pumps?
Personally, I think it's mostly the lack of other fans, a single 140 active cooling and a 280 passive isn't anywhere near as good as a 420 actively cooled, and besides, I have heard good things about the pump you have. I think you should wait for the fans, and if the temps are still too high, then change the thermal paste, and If the temps persist, consder replanning your loop, or buying 1 more fitting (a 90° perhaps) to get rid of that kink, but I think that adding a new pump wouldn't change as much as making your loop more effective.
Anyway, hope this helps, and have fun in the digivers.
You don't have to install another pump; just add fans to your radiator.
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The responses I received were quite overwhelming, with many urgent requests for assistance. Since they didn’t even provide any clues about their issues, I went ahead and included all the solutions I mentioned. I also ordered additional water pumps, tubing lengths, Y fittings, and thermal paste. I added two more fans, which brought the temperature down to 59°C. I tried to keep the CPU water block in a slightly open position by squeezing it while running, but this didn’t have the desired effect.
I suspect I might have identified the issue: the flow direction on the CPU water block might be reversed. I think I have it flipped—looking at the arrows and labels, it seems the arrow should point in the opposite direction. The last Raystorm model had an arrow instead of a label, and the 1080 Seahawk EK doesn’t show a clear flow direction either. I’m planning to reverse the CPU block orientation, though I can’t test it yet because I need to adjust my loop beforehand. I’m considering adding a second pump while modifying the loop, as this might avoid pressure problems. It’s possible, though a bit risky, that it could cause leaks or damage if too much pressure builds up. It’s a bit speculative, but I’m curious about it.
I considered that water blocks are simply hollow channels, and the flow direction shouldn’t matter during installation. However, what I read suggested the inlet pushes cool air directly into the center of the block, then spreads out to the sides. This makes sense if the orientation is wrong, as it could lead to poor cooling performance.
It seems the actual temperatures are from "Max Package Temperature," not "Value Package Temperature." After testing, the readings are around 36°C post-load, with a possible brief rise to 60°C.
I would review the documentation that came with the CPU block for I/O orientation. Many blocks use a pin matrix or a receptacle to catch the inlet water on a jet plate to aid cooling. The documentation should provide the necessary information for proper installation.
For the GPU block, the same applies. Some are designed for one-way flow while others are omni-directional.
Your temperatures are within range. I also have a 6700k and it seems normal... it appears you have a very slight OC of 217mhz or it automatically increases to 4.2ghz as shown in the picture.
Are you using 2- D5 pumps?