The screw head dimensions were excessive.

pocio77
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01-23-2016, 02:36 PM

I installed the radiator, but the screws were too long and ended up damaging it. I’m wondering if this will affect its performance or cause water issues, or if it’s okay to use it as is.

pocio77

01-23-2016, 02:36 PM #1

I installed the radiator, but the screws were too long and ended up damaging it. I’m wondering if this will affect its performance or cause water issues, or if it’s okay to use it as is.

xxSuperSweetxx
Member

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02-11-2016, 04:30 AM

If the screws have penetrated the rad and water is leaking, completion is achieved. Consider running the device externally to avoid further issues.

xxSuperSweetxx

02-11-2016, 04:30 AM #2

If the screws have penetrated the rad and water is leaking, completion is achieved. Consider running the device externally to avoid further issues.

chaospony
Member

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02-24-2016, 12:34 PM

Yes, water moves through those tiny sections.

chaospony

02-24-2016, 12:34 PM #3

Yes, water moves through those tiny sections.

meanpplesuck
Member

02-26-2016, 12:24 PM

I installed the standard PC screws typically found for the graphics card and the case

meanpplesuck

02-26-2016, 12:24 PM #4

I installed the standard PC screws typically found for the graphics card and the case

donner_2
Member

03-01-2016, 09:36 AM

Typically they don't, but these fins might open the rad channel. The safest approach is to test it (if you're confident about handling the ATX pin) or just turn on the system without any rad near the case. It might not leak now, but could leak when pressure is applied by the pump.

donner_2

03-01-2016, 09:36 AM #5

Bombartia
Senior Member

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03-01-2016, 06:07 PM

It won't remove water, so try using the right screws next time. The longer ones are meant for fans or attaching the AIO to the case trough fans.

Bombartia

03-01-2016, 06:07 PM #6

It won't remove water, so try using the right screws next time. The longer ones are meant for fans or attaching the AIO to the case trough fans.

DeathDark38
Member

211

03-08-2016, 02:22 AM

Place it outside the case for a minimum of an hour. Put it on a paper towel with the damaged side facing down. Open windows and apply a heavy load, then proceed.

DeathDark38

03-08-2016, 02:22 AM #7

Place it outside the case for a minimum of an hour. Put it on a paper towel with the damaged side facing down. Open windows and apply a heavy load, then proceed.