Aqua Computer and Koolance?

[Chicken Penni Pasta]

I really like the Koolance cases, the only problem I have is I hate their waterblocks. Do they use the same tubing size? If not, can I just get a tubing size changer adapter thingy at the begining of the loop (At the top of the case)?

Koolance uses 1/4 ID and 3/8 OD tubing. I can't find out Aqua Computer's.

...Don't start talking about doing a DIY. I need a new case then watercooling stuff (With a temp gauge). I really don't want to spend a lot of cash and this seems to be the best option.

 

[Stugots]

a koolance system will cost just as much if not more than a good diy system.

 

[amohedas]

Aquacomputer stuff is made in Germany so they're tubing size is 8 mm which is approximately .314 inches. So i dont know if that answers your question or not. I dont know if you would be able to use the same tubing Koolance comes with, but i'm no expert.

 

[Davey]

Ac > *

;d

 

[[S]nt|Mods]

To use any Aqua-Computer water block within a Koolance setup (reservoir, radiator) you would have to use the compression fittings that are meant for use with 8mm ID/10mm OD tubing. You'd probably want to use all new tubing through out and clamp the ends that connect to the Koolance items left in your case.

-Dan

 

[killernoodle]

Tubing is flexible: it will stretch to larger sizes and it can be clamped easily to a smaller one. It will work.

 

[Giblet Plus!]

just fyi, there are air cooling setups that would perform the same as the koolance at a similar noise level...

 

[quicksilverXP]

just fyi, there are air cooling setups that would perform the same as the koolance at a similar noise level...

I agree, no use using your money for a Koolance, although a well-planned out Aqua-Computer system will be better, but then again, if you don't care about looks, then DIY is better.

 

[[S]nt|Mods]

just fyi, there are air cooling setups that would perform the same as the koolance at a similar noise level...

Have you owned a Koolance setup?

I have and the Motherboard Monitor probes reveal much better temps than that of an air cooled CPU and whatnot with similar noise levels. The stock Koolance fans are not even that loud.

Additionally, the question was refering to the use of Aqua-Computer products within a Koolance case. Mr. Pasta seems set on a Koolance case and Im sure he'll be happy with it.

-Dan

 

[R1ckCa1n]

Seems like it would be very expensive to buy a Koolance case and the AC parts.

 

[Chicken Penni Pasta]

The thing is, my current case is too small for any good watercooling setup. So basicly, I have to buy a new case and watercooling (Because I want to).

 

[R1ckCa1n]

The thing is, my current case is too small for any good watercooling setup. So basicly, I have to buy a new case and watercooling (Because I want to).

You don't need to justify anything to me Just make sure you enjoy whatever you end up buying.

 

[Chicken Penni Pasta]

I've looked at some Aqua Computer blocks and damn they're expensive. What about D-tek or Swiftech?

 

[[S]nt|Mods]

I've looked at some Aqua Computer blocks and damn they're expensive. What about D-tek or Swiftech?

What Aqua-Computer blocks were you interested in?

-Dan

 

[Giblet Plus!]

Have you owned a Koolance setup?

I have and the Motherboard Monitor probes reveal much better temps than that of an air cooled CPU and whatnot with similar noise levels. The stock Koolance fans are not even that loud.

exactly what heatsink did you have on your air cooled cpu? Saying "air cooling" covers a broad range of performance, just like "water cooling" does...

just fyi, you don't need to own something to know it doesn't work well.

 

[Chicken Penni Pasta]

What Aqua-Computer blocks were you interested in?

-Dan

Well, it was more like Aqua-Computer's prices overall.

 

[Chicken Penni Pasta]

Edit: Dbl post

 

[[S]nt|Mods]

Well, it was more like Aqua-Computer's prices overall.

In the U.S. the prices are not very user friendly due to the currency exchange. I try to offset this as much as possible and add a 10% discount to boot.

-Dan

 

[gmkmay]

I've never seen any aircooling setup (without a loud fan) perform the same as a koolance, especially when you consider the fact that fewer case fans are needed as the heat is transported outside of the case. I guess I could be wrong tho...

I'm not saying koolance is the best for the $$ (its pretty expensive), I'm just saying its pretty much always "better" than an aircooling setup with similar volume.

 

[quicksilverXP]

I've never seen any aircooling setup (without a loud fan) perform the same as a koolance, especially when you consider the fact that fewer case fans are needed as the heat is transported outside of the case. I guess I could be wrong tho...

I'm not saying koolance is the best for the $$ (its pretty expensive), I'm just saying its pretty much always "better" than an aircooling setup with similar volume.

Well it's not so much the temps.... but the overclocking potential. The XP-120 that my friend has overclocked his rig better than the Koolance, but the XP120 performed worse by about 3 degrees. However, the large 120mm fan helped cool the motherboard enough to allow a greater overclock.... particularly the mosfets. He then decided to do a DIY WC rig with a TDX, and his overclock is now at its highest. The Koolance probably did not have enough cooling power to prevent the CPU from keeping the motherboard from heating up. The Koolance may perform better than air..... but only marginally so... enough that the small increase in lower temps isn't enough to warrant its purchase in acknowledgment of competing aircooling solutions.

But if you want to keep the convenience of small tubing.. I definitely recommend buying stuff from www.snt-systems.com . While the ubing is the same size as Koolance... the performance is much better.

 

[fallguy]

I would rather have a Koolance than loud heatsink/fan combo any day. I dont like to hear my PC, and sure wouldnt like to hear it while being in another room.

But hey, thats just me.