So does this stuff actually work? Well yes it does, I’m afraid I have to note that I forgot one hold-down clamp on one of the hoses, and the hose fell off… You know, late night tinkering + feeling sleepy… All computer enthusiasts have been there when you make the stupid mistakes!
So anyhow I got half the reservoir spilled on the case and over my VGA card, so that was pretty painful, not to mention the smell is just want, but it sure works :P but I was too tired so I left the PC standing for me to look after in the morning, so after ripping out the card and removing the moisture from the card it was plug and pray, and no problemo my friend, the card worked perfectly, next time anyone asks me what kind of coolant to use, I’ll recommend them the MCT-5 coolant.
Included with the kit is an acrylic reservoir, with a smoked black/grey front with the DD initials engraved into the front, and for me this is exactly how a bay reservoir is supposed to be, not 100% transparent.
I like the subtitle approach instead of the “slam-in-your-face-here-is-my-reservoir-check-my-liquid” so this suits me perfectly although its still translucent enough for you to check what your fluid level is. And again here, test fit the reservoir before you fill it, cause getting it back out with liquids and hoses is a lot harder but do make sure you keep some slack in the hoses towards the reservoir since you need to be able to pull it out for refills and air bleeding.
The radiator, I don’t think I have to tell anything about the Black Ice Xtreme Radiators, these products are so well know that it would be blasphemy to even argue about them, so I’ll just provide you with the local info I quote;
- 2-pass Double-row Low Pressure Drop Radiator specifically developed for PC watercooling based on the new high-performance Black Ice Xtreme design.
- More than DOUBLE the performance at the compact Black Ice Prime form factor: rated for 790KCal per hour (3134BTU per hour).
- 120 mm x 32 mm (4.72 inch x 1.25 inch) Double-row Copper core consisting of flat tubes for maximum heat conductivity.
- High-density louvered copper fin configuration for enhanced heat dissipation.
- Built-in plenum chamber for increased performance and noise reduction.
- Self-tapping and case mounting holes for easy installation of 120mm fans.
- Now standard G 1/4″ female threaded fittings.
- Compact 153 x 133 x 45mm (5.9 x 5 x 1.69 inch) dimensions allows it to fit inside most mid-tower cases.
- Designed to meet the performance demands of hardcore PC watercooling enthusiasts.
Now the thing I didn’t like about the kit is the choice of the fan.
Now I know Sunon are superb quality fans and they move craploads of air, but also at a decibel level that I cant sleep next to (you can tone them down to 5 volts but still it’s a bit too much for my liking).
I’d rather have seen an adjustable fan like the Silverstone’s, so that’s what I did, since I’m not planning on living with that much noise! It’s a good choice for overclockers and people who don’t care about noise, but then why not just buy a Delta HP 120mm fan? I want some peace and quiet. Do note that for testing purpose I ran the Silverstone fan on full, so that’s a lot of air and noise as well.
