My Crazy Idea all Alphacool mod

[kapone32]

I have the Eisstation reservoir pump unit. In this time of self isolation it allows for a ton of free time. I was thinking what would be the results if I found a way to connect my XPX ProU to the Eisstation, basically turning it into an Eisbaer for TR4.

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The Eisstation has fill ports in the cavity of the body. I was thinking of using some 90 degree outers and then use a couple inner to outer to connect from the bottom of the XPX to connect to the in and out in the Eisstation's cavity. I am also thinking I would need some type of a heat shield for the pump. I will be using some parts I have sitting around in the lab (1920X,X399 Taichi) I will also be using a 700w OCZ ModX StreamPro that I used my tester to verify is working just fine.

What does the community think are the potential pros and cons of attempting something like this? I am either going to use a 360 or 420 MM rad with this. Should I get a smaller rad? I was looking at the Corsair 280 (The only reason I would use a 360 is that I have some super nice Phanteks 140MM that screw into 120mm screw points) as right now it is $75 but I don't want a 240. Any pointers or advice are more than welcome. If it works I will be moving it to my main system.

 

[thebluebumblebee]

I was thinking of using some 90 degree outers and then use a couple inner to outer to connect from the bottom of the XPX to connect to the in and out in the Eisstation's cavity

So where would the rad be in that "loop"? If I understand this correctly, only one connection would be from the block to the Eisstation.

 

[Cranky5150]

This sounds very interesting.......

 

[kapone32]

So where would the rad be in that "loop"? If I understand this correctly, only one connection would be from the block to the Eisstation.

It will be on an open air chassis (Cooler Master HAFXB). I will place it outside of the case but if it works I will put it in either a Thermaltake Core X9 or a Phanteks Enthoo.

 

[thebluebumblebee]

If you have the inlet and outlet of the Eisstation connected to the inlet and outlet of the Eisblock, how/where does the rad connect/fit into the loop?

 

[kapone32]

If you have the inlet and outlet of the Eisstation connected to the inlet and outlet of the Eisblock, how/where does the rad connect/fit into the loop?

I would have another loop running from the Eisstation to and from the rad. There are multiple ports on the Eisstation. I could have in from the rad drop into the Eistration and the output go from the front of the Eisstation into the rad.

 

[thebluebumblebee]

Wouldn't that run the block and rad in parallel?

 

[xtreemchaos]

very interesting, ive done a bit with the Cooler Master HAFXB, i managed to fit 2 240 rads with the second being in the bottom, you have to remove the drive cages and dremel some holes but it fits in there nicely, ive just been looking for some pics without any luck it was a while ago but i must have some .

 

[kapone32]

Wouldn't that run the block and rad in parallel?

That is an interesting thought. Do you think I should get a rad with it's own pump to help with flow?

 

[thebluebumblebee]

No, I just think you need to give up on the idea because it was based on a mistake. I know that you want the look of 2 tubes running between the block and the pump, but it's just not feasible. You could still try it with one tube running between them however.

 

[kapone32]

No, I just think you need to give up on the idea because it was based on a mistake. I know that you want the look of 2 tubes running between the block and the pump, but it's just not feasible. You could still try it with one tube running between them however.

So you are saying connect the block to the pump/res through just one line. Then have an out and in connected to the rad alone from the pump?

very interesting, ive done a bit with the Cooler Master HAFXB, i managed to fit 2 240 rads with the second being in the bottom, you have to remove the drive cages and dremel some holes but it fits in there nicely, ive just been looking for some pics without any luck it was a while ago but i must have some .

The case actually works great as a test bench.

 

[thebluebumblebee]

I think that most people would say that the correct order would be pump to block to rad to reservoir.

 

[xtreemchaos]

yes i still have one as a testbench and i think i have a white LE one brand new in the loft. there timeless with the only down point being the rad support sometimes one 240 rad dont cut it .

 

[kapone32]

yes i still have one as a testbench and i think i have a white LE one brand new in the loft. there timeless with the only down point being the rad support sometimes one 240 rad dont cut it .

I actually usually have a Cooler Master Nepton 280 in mine. I am not sure about other 280s though.

 

[Xsychic]

Hello, I'm sorry if my question is not based on the topic but I'm thinking about picking up the Eisbaer 420mm for my setup. I've done some research and found that the stock 3x 140mm fans are not quite good, so is it worth it if I replace those fans with Arctic's P14 PWM? Maybe then I'll get better temps than the stock configuration

 

[P4-630]

Hello, I'm sorry if my question is not based on the topic but I'm thinking about picking up the Eisbaer 420mm for my setup. I've done some research and found that the stock 3x 140mm fans are not quite good, so is it worth it if I replace those fans with Arctic's P14 PWM? Maybe then I'll get better temps than the stock configuration

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[Xsychic]

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• Zero-RPM mode allows fans to completely switch off in idle conditions based on PWM duty cycle
• Great build quality throughout the fan
• Re-worked PWM motor works well in minimizing any PWM switching noise at low RPM
• A good set of accessories provided with the fan, and more are available as optional purchases
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[P4-630]

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[Cranky5150]

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