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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/06 22:20:54
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Nate,
That glass bead blasting looks amazing. Do you think that it improves the cooling efficiency via increased surface area?
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/06 22:21:41
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I would like the sandblast on mine please, looks great also black screws and the full copper look.
though i believe the only parts that really would need it is what ever would be exposed when attached to the board.
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/06 22:32:38
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chrisj4040
Nate,
That glass bead blasting looks amazing. Do you think that it improves the cooling efficiency via increased surface area?
I would have to whip out a microscope to see which had more surface area. I honestly don't think it matters too much at this level.
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/06 22:48:19
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Haha,
Good point. Regardless, the matte finish is the business.
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/06 22:52:57
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I too think its pretty sexy. I can barely keep my eyes open. Been up close to 20 hours at the moment. Time for bed.
I'll see if I can clear coat one of the sandblasted blocks tomorrow.
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/07 12:26:11
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If I do my SR-2 build, I would love to have a sandblasted water block made. Would love to have a frosted look.
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/07 12:47:46
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Well, give me a holler soon! My machine is still set up to make them!
I am trying to get some pictures up of a completed sandblasted & clear coated block.
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/07 13:02:29
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If you can get a picture of them up, it would be appreciated.
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/07 17:15:57
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Is this picture going to seal the deal for ya? 
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/07 17:25:44
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It has a 99% chance to seal it. 
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/07 17:30:02
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Wow, you're an inspiration to the modding community. So impressive and not just for being a home mod - just genuinely nice craftsmanship.
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/07 17:42:33
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Is this picture going to seal the deal for ya?
what picture ... stop teasing us and just show it please :D
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/07 20:29:57
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nateman_doo
Is this picture going to seal the deal for ya?
what picture ... stop teasing us and just show it please :D
i JUST finished sandblasting and clear coating a piece. You haven't figured out teasing is my MO? remember you started all this ;) Depending on how long it takes to dry (and how long I can stay awake for) I may either get pics up tonight, or first thing tomorrow morning. Then maybe we can seal this 99% to 100%!
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/07 20:37:09
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I am really looking forward to how it looks frosted. Already looks great from the previous pictures.
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/07 20:43:41
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nateman_doo
Is this picture going to seal the deal for ya?
what picture ... stop teasing us and just show it please :D
i JUST finished sandblasting and clear coating a piece. You haven't figured out teasing is my MO? remember you started all this ;)
Depending on how long it takes to dry (and how long I can stay awake for) I may either get pics up tonight, or first thing tomorrow morning.
Then maybe we can seal this 99% to 100%!
oh yeah ... with the micro block :P
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/08 06:16:51
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Finished coating these 2 tops. Here they are out in the sunlight. VERY uniform sheen. Dont forget to SUBSCRIBE to the post so you don't miss out on updates!  
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/08 06:18:41
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LOVE IT! cannot wait for mine to arrive and be mounted to my SR-2 ;)
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/08 07:15:43
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yep looks good nate! shoot me a pm when your ready to deal with mine. I'm in no hurry, like i said, take care of the other guys first.
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/08 08:15:26
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wow man ... looking nice ... wish i could afford one ... speaking about costs how many versions of this block do you have and whats the prices of each model? ... you know ... so i can sweet talk the wife ;)
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/08 10:17:13
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Well you got a new buyer as well when I get around to putting money to the water cooling. I will PM you later to start the process.
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/08 10:51:49
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DraginElitespeaking about costs how many versions of this block do you have and whats the prices of each model?
I might be selling mine as soon as Nate ships it, sadly. CPUs in my new SR-2 do not overclock well at all so I will likely be sticking with air for awhile. Doesn't make any sense to water cool when the CPUs are sitting at 58C under load.
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/08 14:08:54
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very freaking nice.
as for a logo for the block.....
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inscribed in the block painted with black enamel :)
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/08 18:00:16
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Very nice work. I wish i had a SR2 now. Time to start Saving
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/08 20:18:43
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I am going to take a crack at engraving, but I don't have high hopes at the moment. My machine has 0.02" of backlash that I have to deal with. That doesn't really come into play with larger cuts like the block, but for fine detail work like engraving it might not look right.
It is being dealt with. I will try it this week with my machine. Then I plan on building a new machine ;)
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/08 21:39:41
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Ok, you gotta make one for my x58 FTW3 board :P well, not really as I won't have money for one for a while lol....but damn it's so pretty! Hoping to get blocks for my GPU's with a 3 fan rad, I could use one of them for this pc and run it with the CPU loop :P
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/09 04:09:38
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Thanks! glad you like it.
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/09 10:49:03
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If you get your engraver working I'd be willing to send more scratch your way to get some personalized Designs if your open to the idea ;)
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/09 19:29:12
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Sorry for double post >.> but I've worked out with Gratuitous for the engraving of the block if you can work out shipping it to him upon completion as his machine seams to be able to do more accurate work and as my ambitions for my system are a bit high would appreciate if you can work out the details with him to ship it directly. That is of course if you are unable to get your machine to do the fine work the designs i wish to use will require.
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/10 04:07:49
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I at least want to try it one some scrap aluminum. The new machine I am planning on building will have much more accuracy and tolerances. This one isn't too shabby, but it was made all with hand-tools. At least this new one I can use this CNC to self-replicate another machine. machines making machines, where have I heard that one before?
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Re:100% Copper SR2 full coverage waterblock!
2011/05/10 04:08:14
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What Font do you like?  woops, forgot about the inlet/outlet holes...lol. I need to rearange this a little
post edited by Gratuitous - 2011/05/10 06:52:36
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