Which rad is better??

[tcc]

I'm trying to find a BIX2 rad but then read about the D-TEK Pro-120. Some have said it outperforms the BI rads by a fair amount.

Opinions???

 

[Russ]

Well, it seems that it's a 120.1 rad, while the BIX2 is a 120.2 rad. Obviously the BIX2 will be better, 120.2 rads always ware.

But I think you are wasting your money on a BIX. If you are going to use high flow fans, get the dual heatercore from DD. If not (under 80 cfm on your fans), get the Black Ice Pro 2 from DD. It's thinner.

 

[tcc]

Oops, sorry my bad. I meant BIX (the single 120mm rad). Trying to compare the single 120mm rads

 

[osirus35]

honestly i dont think you will notice a difference in temps anways. Most people ask for the "best" parts but really they only differ by a few degrees, and even then there are other factors as well.

 

[alex paik]

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edit - nm, this isnt the one you're comparing..

 

[Russ]

Yea, there isn't much difference except price. Unless you ant to go with the Thermochill PA160. That this is EXPENSIVE, but it gives performance on par with dual 120mm rads.

 

[tcc]

Thanks guys.

I still have decide which one I want (BIX or D-Tek). D-Tek is in stock where as the BIX I'd have to wait a least a month (back ordered )

Do you really need a shroud? And does it really help/work?

 

[Cathar]

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Interesting only as an example of the incorrect way to test radiator performance.

 

[Russ]

Interesting only as an example of the incorrect way to test radiator performance.

why incorrect?

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and a shroud should help. It reduces turbulence reated by the fans, so there will be more airflow.