Water Cooling Loop
Water Cooling Loop
Hey everyone,
I've had some time to fine-tune the custom loop and noticed a few issues. The attached photo shows the present setup:
http://i63.tinypic.com/2rz8h0g.jpg
Current Hardware:
Gigabyte X399 Designare
AMD Threadripper 1950x
Corsair Vengeance Pro (32gb)
Dual GTX 980's
Corsair RM1000 PSU
2 XSPC 360 Rads
2 XSPC GTX 980 blocks
XSPC D5 Photon res/pump combo
XSPC Raystorm Neo CPU block
Be Quiet 801 Case
The main worry is the temperature inside the case. It reaches around 32°C when under load. According to Corsair software, the CPU and GPU temperatures are about 66°C. Since I don’t have a flow and temp meter yet, I can’t confirm the coolant temperature accurately. Overall, these numbers seem quite high for this configuration.
The case design limits our ability to improve airflow or remove heat efficiently without removing the side panel. So I have two questions:
1: Are these temperatures acceptable given the setup?
2: Besides a new case that could help with airflow, are there other ways to adjust this configuration?
Thanks in advance!
Amen!
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I didn’t pay much attention to the XSPC block for the TR4 socket, but I remembered they kept their signature design elements with the detachable face/mounting plate.
I also didn’t check if those are the EX rads. If they are, then you’re indeed using the correct temperatures with those fans. In my opinion, the Riing fans aren’t built for static pressure, and the rads aren’t mounted flush with the 140mm fans either. If you used pressure-optimized fans for the rads, you’d likely see improved temps, though with a bit more noise.
I don't understand much from this image you shared. Could you clarify whether the inlet for the waterblock is on the left or right side of the picture?
Regarding the fans, it would help if you mentioned the type you're using so I can better assist you.
I don't get much information from this image you shared. The CPU water block is mounted upside down to fit the loop, with the inlet on the left side. Voltages and clock speeds remain unchanged, so standard rates are used. The fans are Thermaltake Riing12 on the upper rad and Be Quiet 140's on the front rad. I noticed the case design has a top cover that might be the problem. There are channels along the sides of the case panels, possibly allowing heat to escape. Above the glued part of the top cover sits a sound-dampening mat with poor ventilation. I understand Be Quiet's approach, but this setup still affects the system. I'm trying to find a solution and am in touch with Be Quiet's designers for their feedback.
Can you really 'flip' that block? The TR4 mounting studs on blocks are usually set in place, making it hard to change orientation unless you can take apart the block and reposition it. For the Raystorm Neo, the removable bracket lets it be used in various positions. It seems most TR4 blocks have this feature because the studs are fixed. It's odd that no pictures show the bracket detaching from the block—even the manual doesn’t mention it.
Interesting. In the short distances I've worked with personally, they didn't appear to have this feature—unless you completely took them apart and tried fitting them backward. These are EK and Swiftech blocks with brackets that are directly milled into the block, which is generally helpful.
But as long as it functions, that's what matters, so it's quite useful. Thanks for the explanation—it really clarifies things.
Are you sure the problem lies with airflow at the top of the case?
Yep not an issue
I found it intriguing that the bracket for the block detached when I removed it from the box. Based on what I’ve observed, I’m pretty confident the case was just being compressed. I’ve taken the top off now and am securing both sides with a firm grip. So far, I’ve conducted several tests and played games with temperatures remaining stable. According to the Corsair link, the CPU is running around 44°C under full load while the GPU sits at about 42°C. With the top on, it would be close to 65°C. Also, when the top stayed on for a while, I opened the side panel and checked the air temperature—it was around 48°C blowing out of the case with the internal temperature near 47°C. There just wasn’t any space for the air to escape, so it built up and pushed temperatures higher.
Great job, it's pleasant to witness loop builds in our forums... we haven't noticed many lately, but we're optimistic about a return.
Amen!
😉
I didn’t follow much about the XSPC block for the TR4 socket, but I remembered they kept their signature design elements with the detachable face/mounting plate.
I also didn’t ask if those are the EX rads. If so, then you’re using the correct temperatures with those fans. In my opinion, the Riing fans aren’t built for static pressure, and the rads aren’t mounted flush with the 140mm fans either. If you used pressure-optimized fans for the rads, you’d likely see improved temps, though with a bit more noise.