I cut the top copper pipe on my Coolmaster Hyper 212 Evo.

dingopuks · Feb 14, 2018

So after I was done installing the Hyper 212 Evo onto my motherboard, I saw that the glass panel for my Corsair Carbide Series SPEC-04 wouldn't fit since the top copper pipes were in the way. I screwed all of the bracket screws down to the maximum, and so I just cut the top pipes off. Do I need to buy a new one, or can I fix it?

(I've soldered the cut parts at the top off and I'm generally unsure if it is safe?)

USAFRet · Feb 14, 2018

I don't think the word "accidentally" goes with what you did.

There is some secret gas or liquid inside those tubes.
http://www.tomshardware.com/answers/id-1868456/chop-hyper-212-evo-top.html

clutchc · Feb 14, 2018

There is generally a coolant inside the heat pipes. If you cut the tips of the heat pipes off, you probably lost the coolant. Either thru runoff (liquid) or evaporation.

volkgren · Feb 14, 2018

You should have bought a Cryorig H7 to go with your Corsair Spec-04.

I would not trust the damaged heat pipes.

RealBeast · Feb 14, 2018

dingopuks :

The good news is that 212Evo is fairly cheap. The copper pipes are what transfers the heat, so if you just want it for looks and not cooling it's fine that you cut it off.

And I fixed the title of the thread, when you do something on purpose it really isn't accidental. :lol:

clutchc · Feb 14, 2018

Maybe the OP thought he could just trim the tips enough to clear the side panel, only later finding out he penetrated the tube(s). Maybe, maybe not. I like to give the benefit of the doubt. :langue:

Darkbreeze · Feb 14, 2018

So do I, but I'm not sure cutting the ends off your heatpipes qualifies you for accidental status.

Yes, that unit is ruined. You need a new one. As mentioned, the H7 is shorter and is a better cooler anyhow.

dingopuks · Feb 21, 2018

volkgren :

I bought the Cryorig H7, but it looks like it won't fit. Note that I didn't put it on the motherboard yet.

volkgren · Feb 21, 2018

dingopuks :

Corsair Spec-04 max CPU cooler height is 150mm. http://www.corsair.com/en-us/carbide-series-spec-04-mid-tower-gaming-case-black-grey

Cryorig H7 cooler height is 145mm. http://www.cryorig.com/h7_us.php

It should fit.

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