tswarthog

Hello everyone I just had a quick question regarding putting my graphics card under water.

I am very impressed with everything in my system so far however the jet engine sound from my graphics card when OC'd is getting pretty annoying.

I wanted to know if anyone had some suggestions for a good GPU loop for my 470, I cant deny the possibility of getting a second card so I would want to make sure the system could potentially handle that later on.
Regarding the CPU I don't need to get that over 4.2 so disregard the possibility of me wanting to put that under water in this loop. My goal is to build a solid loop for the GPU's to OC them a bit more without the noise.

Any help is appreciated.

Even though you could probably get away with a good dual 120mm fan rad I would use a triple rad just in case you want to add the CPU at a later date.

Here's some suggestions:

Radiator:  XSPC 360  $84.95
Pump:  MCP355  $69.95
Res/Top:  XSPC for 355  $34.95
470 Block:  EK Nickel  $109.95

You will obviously also need tubing.  To me tubing is tubing.  Some people will swear that Tygon is the best you can get and it is definitely good tubing.  However, it's usually more expensive.  Like I said, tubing is tubing to me.  The only thing you want to remember is that you need to match the inner diameter of tubing with the outer diameter of the fittings.

I prefer Bitspower compression fittings.  However, they are expensive.  If you want to go cheap then just get straight barb fittings and some clamps.  You will need 2 for the rad, 2 for the res/pump, and 2 for the block (in this particular loop).  The res/top I listed above allows for the res to sit directly on top of the pump.  This saves some space and tubing since you don't need to run tubing to the pump.

In this simple loop I would run like this:

Res/Pump > Radiator > 470 Block > Res/Pump

Simple and easy.  The triple rad leaves enough room for you to add a second 470 easily.  Please keep in mind that these are only suggestions.  I highly recommend you look at a bunch of pictures and find what you want yours to look like.  Then, go after it.  Also, I've only quoted from one retail site.  Shop around for better prices.  Read everything you can and then dive in.

I also recommend distilled water and a silver coil for anti bacterial.  Distilled water is cheap and can be found at any grocery store.  If you want color then I recommend using colored tubing.

Have fun and good luck!

Solid advice there!

http://www.newegg.com/Pro...x?Item=N82E16835708019

That is the CPU block I bought and it requires a backplate purchased separately. Most do come with the block though. If you are unsure, just post it like Yerbuddy said and someone will tell you.

I have the XSPC 360 radiator and the Swiftech 355 with the XSPC top that Yerbuddy linked to. Right now I'm just running my OC'ed 920 on it but will make the jump to put my GPU on water when I upgrade. They work extremely well and are economically priced.

Do not forget fans either. I recommend Scythe Gentle Typhoons. They push air extremely well for radiators and they are relatively quiet.

http://www.petrastechshop.com/12scgetyd1ca.html

If your looking for fans a little cheaper then Yate Loon fans are excellent for the price!

http://www.petrastechshop.com/12yalod1cafa.html

Since your complaining about how loud your GPU fan is I tried suggesting some quieter fans. That XSPC rad is recommended for use with lower fan speeds so you should still see great performance.

tswarthog

Ok here is what I am planning to put into my loop. Please point out any problems, warnings, or potentially better ideas please. One thing I here a lot of is having a quick release on the loop, how does that work and were does it go normally?

Radiator:  XSPC 360  
Pump:  MCP355   
Res/Top:  XSPC for 355  
470 Block:  EK Nickel   - Love the clear top!
CPU Block: Heatkiller 3.0 
Compressions: Bitspower compression fittings (2 for GPU, 2 for CPU, 2 for rad, 2 for pump)
Tube: Some form of 1/2" ID (3/4" OD)
Fluid: Distilled Water
Anti-Bacterial: Silver Coil
Fans: 3 Gentle Typhoons
Fan control - Anyone have a good one for the fans on the rad?

I would change the CPU block. The heatkiller isn't top dog anymore. Unless you just want that one, I would go with the EK Supreme HF.
 
http://www.sidewindercomp..s.com/ekwaekhffuni.html
 
For quick disconnects, read up about them here:
 
http://forums.evga.comarchive/tm.asp?m=658591
 
And then I would look at the different products available here by Koolance.
 
http://www.performance-pc...x&cPath=59_346_203
 
For fan controllers i would recommend something by Lamptron or Zalman. I've never used one so I'm unsure of an exact model but I always hear great things from those companies.
 
Everything else looks great!!