I'm planning to do a triple rad loop in the CoolerMaster nr200. Now the question focused to the bottom rad.
In the given space, I should be able to achieve the following 3 configurations(possibly?)
1. tx240 + a12x25. That would be 20mm in rad and 25mm in fan, total 45mm
2. black ice 240gts + a12x15. That would be 30mm in rad and 15mm slim fan, same thickness to 45mm.
3. Possible to squeeze a small 280 rad like black ice L series. So I might be able to get a 280 rad of 30mm thick and a12x15 slim fan. Same 45mm total thickness.
So the question really is, with the same thickness, ignore the noise level, will the bigger fans perform better or the slim fans will do the job with thicker radiator. What happens if we increase rad surface but keep the weaker fans?
Did anyone have experience with this? Just want to get a rough idea before I jump into testings. Still waiting for the 280 rad to be delivered.
In the given space, I should be able to achieve the following 3 configurations(possibly?)
1. tx240 + a12x25. That would be 20mm in rad and 25mm in fan, total 45mm
2. black ice 240gts + a12x15. That would be 30mm in rad and 15mm slim fan, same thickness to 45mm.
3. Possible to squeeze a small 280 rad like black ice L series. So I might be able to get a 280 rad of 30mm thick and a12x15 slim fan. Same 45mm total thickness.
So the question really is, with the same thickness, ignore the noise level, will the bigger fans perform better or the slim fans will do the job with thicker radiator. What happens if we increase rad surface but keep the weaker fans?
Did anyone have experience with this? Just want to get a rough idea before I jump into testings. Still waiting for the 280 rad to be delivered.