Yes, two watercooling brands can be compatible.
Yes, two watercooling brands can be compatible.
It might seem odd to ask, but I was organizing my next build using only Thermaltake components. When I reached the GPU blocks, I intended to use two R9 390s, but it appeared Thermaltake didn't have any AMD card blocks available. Can I switch to a different brand's block, or should I start fresh with another manufacturer for the entire setup?
Does it sound like a r9 380 on an r9 390? That wouldn't work.
As long as you avoid incorporating inferior components (with dubious metals/alloys in the parts), mixing is possible—which is quite typical. Nonetheless, ensure you use the appropriate fluids in the system (no water from the tap)
As long as you avoid using inferior components (with dubious metals or alloys in the parts), mixing is acceptable and quite typical. Still, ensure you use the appropriate fluids in the loop (no tap water allowed). I’d be skeptical about Thermaltake’s parts—there are reports they’ve used aluminum in their radiators, which isn’t suitable for watercooling.
You’re free to choose any brand for your loop. Components like EK blocks, Koolance radiators, and Aquacomputer GPU blocks all fit standard G1/4 fittings. Watercooling is meant to be flexible, so many enthusiasts experiment with various parts from different manufacturers.
I would doubt that selecting Thermaltake indicates the use of inferior components. They've had a history of employing aluminum in their radiators... something you should avoid for watercooling. To clarify, yes, you can opt for any brand on your loop. If you're using an EK block, Koolance radiators, or Aquacomputer GPU blocks, they're all built to fit standard G1/4 fittings. Watercooling is meant to be a flexible setup, and many enthusiasts choose various parts from different manufacturers.