HI!
I have always really appreciated how people share there ideas on projects so that I could learn from them ,and that is why I would like to share my current project.
So, as the title suggests, I am working on a project to harness Calgary's harsh weather to liquid cool my i5-4670k,. To my advantage, there is a cut out hole that the cable provider accidentally cut out, which is exactly behind my computer which can provide a exit and entry for the pipes into my cold garage. All I would need to do Is drill 2 holes through which the pipes and fan wire could fit across.
Of course, the usual problem comes up about condensation forming on the pipes. The way I thought I could combat this is by purchasing 9/16 in. Inner diameter O-rings with 1/8 in. section diameter and evenly spacing those across my 3/8 x 5/8 XSPC tubing. From there I would buy clear 7/8 in (Inner diameter) Vinyl tubing from Canadian tire that I could pull onto those O'rings. This would effectively insulate the tube while not ruining the aesthetics because the O'rings would provide excellent and precise spacers that would keep the outer tube from touching the one carrying the fluid while trapping the air in between which obviously provide really good insulation. To prevent the air from moving I would obviously seal the ends for best results. If I ever want to put back my rad onto my computer, I thought I could just use disconnects at the end of my current pipes so that I have the original length if I want to put back my rad while also providing the opportunity to do maintenance due to its easy connection/disconnection function.
My L/C specs are : EX360 Rad, XSPC reservoir with D5 Vario pump, 1150 raystorm waterblock ,and 6 fans in push,pull configuration.
What I am wondering is that will a single D5 Vario pump be enough to circulate the water at a decent speed? I only need to travel an extra 4 feet out and 4 feet in?
Please post your thoughts and suggestions.
I have always really appreciated how people share there ideas on projects so that I could learn from them ,and that is why I would like to share my current project.
So, as the title suggests, I am working on a project to harness Calgary's harsh weather to liquid cool my i5-4670k,. To my advantage, there is a cut out hole that the cable provider accidentally cut out, which is exactly behind my computer which can provide a exit and entry for the pipes into my cold garage. All I would need to do Is drill 2 holes through which the pipes and fan wire could fit across.
Of course, the usual problem comes up about condensation forming on the pipes. The way I thought I could combat this is by purchasing 9/16 in. Inner diameter O-rings with 1/8 in. section diameter and evenly spacing those across my 3/8 x 5/8 XSPC tubing. From there I would buy clear 7/8 in (Inner diameter) Vinyl tubing from Canadian tire that I could pull onto those O'rings. This would effectively insulate the tube while not ruining the aesthetics because the O'rings would provide excellent and precise spacers that would keep the outer tube from touching the one carrying the fluid while trapping the air in between which obviously provide really good insulation. To prevent the air from moving I would obviously seal the ends for best results. If I ever want to put back my rad onto my computer, I thought I could just use disconnects at the end of my current pipes so that I have the original length if I want to put back my rad while also providing the opportunity to do maintenance due to its easy connection/disconnection function.
My L/C specs are : EX360 Rad, XSPC reservoir with D5 Vario pump, 1150 raystorm waterblock ,and 6 fans in push,pull configuration.
What I am wondering is that will a single D5 Vario pump be enough to circulate the water at a decent speed? I only need to travel an extra 4 feet out and 4 feet in?
Please post your thoughts and suggestions.