Introduction

I would like to thank Danger Den for supplying the review sample.



Features:

• 100% copper 110 material
• Acrylic and brass top options
• Threaded fitting ports are G 1/4 BSPP for use with any similar spec fittings
• Complete Block with O-Ring
• Pressure Tested to 50psi
• High flow 1/4", 3/8", or 1/2" Chrome Plated Fittings
• Machine lapped and flat mirror polished
• Stainless steel hold down

Benefits:

• 240 Heat Dissipating Columns for enhanced transfer of heat to the water and optimum coverage of the CPU
• Significant temperature drops on Quad Core and multiple die processors. (5-10 Degrees Celsius observed on lab QX6800 processors depending on radiator size and ambient room temperature)
• Ready to install - designed and tuned for your system for top performance
• Anti-Tarnish coating applied to prevent finger print or environmental changes. This specialized formula also has no affect on cooling potential.
• Corrosion will not occur when used with other Copper and Brass parts. Avoid using non-anodized aluminum (or all aluminum) if at all possible for maximum component life.

Compatibility:

• Compatibility is based on the version of MC-TDX purchased. Currently there is one MC-TDX for Intel Socket 775 CPUs and one for AMD AM2 CPUs.

Packaging & Contents

The MC-TDX comes in Danger Den's typical packaging, which consists of a white cardboard box with black foam protecting the contents. This does a great job of reducing costs, but at the same time provides sufficient protection for the hardware inside.


Also included with the waterblock are the required mounting hardware and a simple instruction sheet. Please note that there is not any thermal compound included. In my opinion, this is completely acceptable. Most enthusiasts have their own brand of thermal compound that they prefer, so there is no point in including something that would just sit in the box anyway.

A Closer Look

The Danger Den MC-TDX is the updated version of the classic TDX CPU waterblock. For this reason, its appearance is almost completely identical to its predecessor. The bottom of the block is made of cast 110 copper that is machined to allow assembly, while the top is 1/4" thick Lucite (Acrylic). There is an optional brass top for those that prefer it.


The main difference between the new MC-TDX and the old TDX is that the new MC-TDX has 240 pins over the CPU core area. The MC-TDX was designed especially for quad core processors that carry much more heat than the dual cores when they are pushed and that is where the MC-TDX excels. On the inlet side of the block one of the chrome plated fittings is located directly over the center of the pins, while the water flows across the block and leaves through the outlet barb. A black rubber O-ring seals the top and prevents leaks.


The bottom of the block comes protected with some heavy tape. When removed, the base of the block did not have any residue left on it. The base is machine lapped and polished, although it is not as shiny as one might expect.


The base of the MC-TDX is smooth, but there were a few high points on the surface as shown with the razor blade test. However, these high points were toward the outside of the block, and the inside area seemed relatively flat. When placed next to the box the MC-TDX came in, the finish is not very reflective, but reflective distortions were not noticed.