Prototype Neutrino : a 4L case dedicated to thin mini-ITX with discrete GPU

[aquelito]

Nice !! Can't wait to see that

I've experimented quite a bit with those flat heatpipes.

They work pretty well in my HTPC, replacing copper heatpipes :


Or even paired with a Zalman GPU Cooler

 

[BaK]

Lol all those builds of yours!
The two above are awesome!

Once in the prototyping stage I will for sure have questions about flat heatpipes. I will get back to you then.

 

[aquelito]

Any clue of how it might look ?

 

[BaK]

Heh was about to start the thread right now but realized I forgot a render at home
This is going to be for later tonight, finally...

Well okay... here comes a little hint especially for you!

Spoiler

 

[aquelito]

Woah !

One for the CPU with a 90° bend pipe, one for the GPU directly screwed ?

 

[BaK]

Woah !

One for the CPU with a 90° bend pipe, one for the GPU directly screwed ?

Almost, but I have decided to test a PCIe riser this time with a back to back layout -> CoolerCase

 

[aquelito]

It's filling-loop time !

This is how it's done without a reservoir : using a syringe to completely fill the loop, with a lower hose diameter to let the air escape.

It's very quick and usually I get ride of most of the bubbles.


Considering that the waterblock, radiator, pump and pump top have been modified, I'm pretty glad the leak test was a success !


This is my prototype powered with a Hdplex 160W + Dynamo.
The GPU is a 1050 Ti KalmX, run passively to better evaluate the pump noise.


The pump run @ 1844 RPM @ 7V for my tests. I can definitely hear it.
The Noctua Fan remains silent until 60%.

After 30 min of XTU Bench, the i7 3920XM stabilizes around 70°C, 72° on the hottest core, running at 3590 Mhz:
https://hwbot.org/submission/4096788_aquelito_xtu_core_i7_3920xm_735_marks

This is not bad considerign that the waterblock doesn't even have a maze but it could be definitely improved.

Next steps : try a Koolance block instead and ask to the motherboard OEM if they can provide a BIOS allowing to OC the 3920XM.

https://koolance.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=87

 

[Windfall]

It's filling-loop time !

This is how it's done without a reservoir : using a syringe to completely fill the loop, with a lower hose diameter to let the air escape.

It's very quick and usually I get ride of most of the bubbles.


Considering that the waterblock, radiator, pump and pump top have been modified, I'm pretty glad the leak test was a success !


This is my prototype powered with a Hdplex 160W + Dynamo.
The GPU is a 1050 Ti KalmX, run passively to better evaluate the pump noise.


The pump run @ 1844 RPM @ 7V for my tests. I can definitely hear it.
The Noctua Fan remains silent until 60%.

After 30 min of XTU Bench, the i7 3920XM stabilizes around 70°C, 72° on the hottest core, running at 3590 Mhz:
https://hwbot.org/submission/4096788_aquelito_xtu_core_i7_3920xm_735_marks

This is not bad considerign that the waterblock doesn't even have a maze but it could be definitely improved.

Next steps : try a Koolance block instead and ask to the motherboard OEM if they can provide a BIOS allowing to OC the 3920XM.

https://koolance.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=87

EPIC Update! Question. Will you sell this case?

 

[BaK]

Considering that the waterblock, radiator, pump and pump top have been modified, I'm pretty glad the leak test was a success !

And the guy risks is much loved hardware in leak testing with Sopalin (I think that's how you call household paper in France)! Don't lie, I see some left on top of the rad in the 2nd pic!
Plus, you were certainly expecting a leak as you moved your prototype into the kitchen to fill the loop! (I see a toothbrush but the other tools must be for cooking)
Come on....! lol

You should invest in some cheap parts and air leak test safely instead:
https://www.overclock.net/forum/61-...-how-correctly-leak-test-your-loop-101-a.html

Apart from that, this tiny build is getting itself together very nicely, congrats!

 

[aquelito]

@Windfall
I've got one prototype left I'm not sure I will make a real production.

@BaK

Ahah ! With such a simple loop, there was no real risk here but yes, I should try that method next time.