The list of PC water cooling parts can assist in finding necessary components.
The list of PC water cooling parts can assist in finding necessary components.
Hey everyone, as the title implies I'm still new to custom loops. Still, I'm eager to give it a shot and would really appreciate your guidance on what components I should consider. I've seen many tutorials on creating custom loops so I have a rough idea of what to do. The main challenge is figuring out exactly which parts are necessary. I attempted to compile a list but felt confused by all the options. To simplify, any advice on pumps, CPU blocks, fittings, reservoir size, and tubing would be super helpful. I'm planning to purchase a 1080Ti Aurora Extreme WaterForce GPU waterblock.
I know these sellers offer such kits, but do they really perform well?
It's a bit vague, but my aim is to build a decent loop—not something crazy. Right now I have an AI/overclock setup on both CPU and GPU, but it looks subpar. I'm also looking forward to overclocking beyond what I'm doing now. If anyone can suggest parts or share a parts list, that would be a huge help.
Thanks in advance!
Start by compiling a list of all components and their specifications.
Calculate the total wattage of the water-cooled parts and adjust for overclocking effects.
Multiply the adjusted total by 60% to account for radiator capacity.
The remaining heat will dissipate from surfaces like MoBos, heat sinks, radiator covers, blocks, and tubing.
Choose a fan size and speed; a 1250 140mm model is suggested.
Refer to the radiator size estimator at the provided link to find the correct size.
scotty1105 :
Hey guys, as the title suggest I am a noob when it comes to custom loops. But nevertheless I want to try it out, therefore I could use some help on what parts I would need. I have watched a ton of how too videos on building a custom loop so I have a general idea of what Ito do. The problem is I do not know exactly what parts I need. I tried to part out a list but I felt overwhelmed by all the choices. Basically any thoughts on the pump, cpu block, fittings, size reservoir and tubbing would help. I plain on buying 1080Ti Aurous extreme waterforce gpu waterblock.
I know ek sells these kits but are they any good?
I understand this is kinda vague but my goal here is to build a average loop nothing insane. I have at the moment a ai/o setup on my cpu and gpu but it just looks ugly. Plus I want to start doing some overclocking beyond what im doimg now. If anyone can give me some recommendations or help me with a parts list I would really appreciate it.
Thanks in advance
https://www.ekfluidgaming.com/ek-kit-a240g
This is a good starting point but I recommend you get at least another 120mm rad in there or the 360 version depending on the case. Do not that when expanding it that you DON'T MIX METALS. This will ruin your loop.
Start by visiting https://www.ekwb.com/ to verify they provide water blocks suitable for your intended GPU purchase. You should aim for a minimum of a 240mm radiator for the CPU and another 120mm for the GPU, ensuring any combination totals 360mm or more. You’re unlikely to go wrong using XSPC and EK components; I personally use an XSPC radiator along with a pump/reservoir paired with EK waterblocks for both CPU and GPU.
To start off properly, it's important to compile a list of your parts and the associated conditions.
1. Sum the power consumption of all water-cooled components, then adjust for overclocking effects.
2. Apply that adjusted value, increasing it by 60%, to account for radiator heat dissipation.
3. Estimate a suitable fan size and speed; I suggest a model measuring 1250mm with a 140mm diameter.
4. Refer to the radiator size calculator (download the spreadsheet here): http://www.overclock.net/t/1457426/radia...-estimator
5. At 1250 rpm, a 120mm fan operating at 140mm capacity handles roughly 60 watts; for 140mm it's about 83 watts.
6. Calculate the heat generated during overclocking for each component:
- The Aurorus Extreme reaches approximately 266 watts during peak gaming; this exceeds the base value by 1 watt, indicating a potential 50% increase beyond conservative estimates.
7. Based on the reference table, a 45mm thick radiator suggests a 83-watt rating per fan, resulting in a temperature difference of 10°C between ambient and coolant.
8. Choosing a 420mm radiator would require three fans to achieve around 249 watts of cooling with a 12.5°C temperature rise, which aligns closely with the target.
9. Recommendations:
- MoBo Block – as per your board design
- CPU Block – EK Supremacy
- Pump – Swiftech PWM Adjustable Speed D5
- Reservoir – Depends on case configuration
- GFX Card – EK Full Cover
- Fans – Phanteks PH-SP140
- Fan Control – Phanteks PH-PWHUB_01
- Radiator – One with top and bottom connection ports (Alphacool, Hardware Labs)
10. Next steps involve selecting tubing type (such as flexible, acrylic bent, or acrylic with fittings) and appropriate fittings.
Ekwb keeps things very straightforward. Visit their site and use the configurator. You input your specifications, motherboard, and GPU, and it guides you through selecting the necessary components for cooling. It helps identify compatible parts and optional accessories like radiators, pumps, and reservoirs. At least this process shows what fits and the required sizes. Increasing radiator size is always a good move, as long as it fits. They’re crucial for effective cooling. Make sure to choose a radiator that sits between your CPU and GPU whenever possible. Aim for a pump/res system with a CPU, a large radiator, and a GPU with its own radiator—bigger is better, but ensure the minimum size meets your needs (at least 120mm).
As for kits, the Ek fluid options aren’t the top choice. The performance kits look more appealing and can adapt to various other components thanks to their metal types. I prefer all nickel-plated blocks.
The configurator is an excellent starting point.