Still waiting for my T1, but thought I'd to start my log regardless since I've got pretty much all other parts.
Like many, I got inspired by Ali's video's on the T1 featuring a full custom loop.
Building a new rig was long overdue, and I always wanted to do watercooling, so I went for it.
I'll follow a strict no-rgb-led policy.
Parts:
Pictures:
First pics of all the parts on a testbench:
Once I'm happy with the loop in the actual case, I'll replace the tubing with the Matte Black ZMT.
To manage the cables better, I've ordered the J-HACK, and I'll make some custom cables for the GPU, Pump & Quadro.
Only thing that I really don't like is the white end-part on the GPU waterblock. I'll ask EK if I can get a black replacement part (the ones they use on the Acryl verison of this block).
T1 Configuration:
Build is going to be in 3-slot mode, with the GPU offset to 2-slot position so there is room for airflow between the backplates of the GPU & Mainboard (without taking of those backplates).
The rad will be set up with the three NF-A12x15, but I'm planning to set the two top fans up in push mode - from dry testing on the bench this seems to perform much better, and contrary to what's being said elsewhere, I actually much prefer the push-noise over the pull noise generated in this configuration.
Finally, I'm debating to put the case in the "regular" orientation, with the radiator on the bottom, pushing the hot air out the top. I'll do some testing how much this affects performance.
Like many, I got inspired by Ali's video's on the T1 featuring a full custom loop.
Building a new rig was long overdue, and I always wanted to do watercooling, so I went for it.
I'll follow a strict no-rgb-led policy.
Parts:
Qty | Part | Comment |
---|---|---|
1 | B550I AORUS PRO AX | |
1 | Ryzen 5 3600 | Got a really cheap one two weeks before Zen 3 launch, but might upgrade next year when there is a decent priced Zen 3 8-core. |
1 | Zotac RTX 3080 OC | Wasn't my first choice, but that's what was available for near MSRP (In hindsight, I'm pretty happy with it) |
1 | HyperX Fury (HX432C16FB3K2/64) 3200MHz DDR4 CL16 (Kit 2x32GB) | (yes I sometimes do need 64GB for work related stuff) |
2 | Samsung 970 EVO PLUS M.2 (1x 500GB, 1x 1TB) | |
1 | Corsair SF750 | |
1 | EK Quantum Vector Trinity RTX 3080/3090 Waterblock + Backplate + Rotary Terminal | |
1 | Nouvolo Aquanaut CPU + Pump Combo | |
1 | Aqua Computer QUADRO | Fan & Pump controller. I was surprised how well this works. |
1 | Laing DDC-1T Plus PWM | |
3 | 3x Noctua NF-A12x15 PWM chromax | |
1 | EK-CoolStream Classic SE 240 | |
2m | EK ZMT Matte Black Tubes (16/10) | |
10 | (TODO: Fittings, I got a couple more than I'll likely need) | |
1 | FormD T1 (black) | (Still waiting) |
1 | J-HACK M2426 | (Still waiting) |
Pictures:
First pics of all the parts on a testbench:
Once I'm happy with the loop in the actual case, I'll replace the tubing with the Matte Black ZMT.
To manage the cables better, I've ordered the J-HACK, and I'll make some custom cables for the GPU, Pump & Quadro.
Only thing that I really don't like is the white end-part on the GPU waterblock. I'll ask EK if I can get a black replacement part (the ones they use on the Acryl verison of this block).
T1 Configuration:
Build is going to be in 3-slot mode, with the GPU offset to 2-slot position so there is room for airflow between the backplates of the GPU & Mainboard (without taking of those backplates).
The rad will be set up with the three NF-A12x15, but I'm planning to set the two top fans up in push mode - from dry testing on the bench this seems to perform much better, and contrary to what's being said elsewhere, I actually much prefer the push-noise over the pull noise generated in this configuration.
Finally, I'm debating to put the case in the "regular" orientation, with the radiator on the bottom, pushing the hot air out the top. I'll do some testing how much this affects performance.