Prototype The ultraflow - An affordable open testbench

[BaK]

Instead of wondering, I conducted a test. It appears that the bracket and fan hold up well despite the unrealistic force. However, since the product is in the prototype stage, things can still be tweaked and improved. I will be posting images with different hardware configurations soon.

Hehe, well done!
But...
there is no weight on the prototype and thus it can 'follow' the fan displacement.

As you say, there could be a little improvement here, but anyhow things look already sturdy!

 

[uonen]

The chassis with the fan installed weighs 1.37 kg, and the force I applied to the top left (where the fan screws down) of the fan while holding down chassis was 2.7 kN. After I disengaged the force, everything returned to its original position without any deformation. I will also be testing it with radiators, and If it needs improvement it will definitely be done. Your support means a lot, thanks.

 

[uonen]

 

[uonen]

This is a test to assess the impact of extra fans placed in different positions.​

Thermal test 1 2xT30 fan on top/CPU side.

Thermal test 2 2xT30 fan on bottom/GPU side.

Waited to temperature reach stable state.

Test conducts gaming scenario.

Testing hardware​ CPU : R9 5950x PBO PPT-215/TDC-145/EDC-150 RAM : DDR4 32GB Dual Rank Micron E Die 3733Mhz CL16 1.45v GPU : RTX 3080 10GB Stock ~320W ​

Test 1​ RAM Max : 36 Celsius GPU Max : 65 Celsius VRM Max : 46 Celsius ​

Test 2​ RAM Max : 49 Celsius GPU Max : 60 Celsius VRM Max : 65 Celsius ​

 

[uonen]

 

[uonen]

 

[uonen]

 

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[uonen]

Here some renders for v1.1 of ultraflow. Additionally, the complete changelog list has been added on the first page.

 

[wertzius]

I've read you transitioned from Kensington to Kensington nano - my idea was to offer both options.
An additional hole does not cost a significant amount of time and money and it is easy to just offer both holes.
If only one is possible for whatever reason the majority will still prefer the standard option.

 

[HWI]

Have you considered adding a mounting location for 240/280mm AIOs?

 

[uonen]

@wertzius Yes I changed to Nano version not because time and money related it causes compatibility issues due to last changes.

 

[uonen]

@HWI Both 240mm and 280mm AIO's are compatible at current state.

 

[HWI]

@HWI Both 240mm and 280mm AIO's are compatible at current state.

Sorry, I missed that. This is a really solid design, if I didn't bring my PC with me when I travel for work it would be high on my list of wants.

 

[uonen]

@HWI Thank you, I appreciate you support.

 

[uonen]

Once it is flat-packed it is less than 2.5 liters.

 

[uonen]

Concept user manual cover.

 

[uonen]

Update V1.11 full changelog added first page.

 

[RenG]

Any estimates or a target date for when this will be available?

 

[uonen]

@RenG I've been actively working on refining issues raised since the first prototype received in October 2023. I want deliver a polished product and want to avoid any issues that might arise with a rushed release. But possible to tell which stage the product right now.

Main development - Still working on it

User manual - Design is finished, finalizing it is depended on product stage

Packaging - Waiting to product finish, otherwise not possible

Also while it may seem like a team effort, all of these actually a one-person operation. I hope it is clear now why is everything moving slowly.