Water Cooling in a Obsidian Series 900D

[Knight091]

I'll be back in 30 mins and I'll edit this post

Your list is good but we can make it better!

I would like all the parts from http://www.performance-pcs.com if you can help it. I just want to get the correct parts and enough of them to do the build and not get 90% and be missing parts if I can help it. I am going to be getting the Corsair quiet fans. They are much cheaper off Amazon.

(5)Corsair Air Series SP120 Quiet Edition Twin Pack Fan

Price with shipping: $139.95

 

[radrok]

No I have not looked at what Koolance has. Any good things I should look into?

Yeah, their fittings look sick when put into a complete build, they may look worse than Bitspower when compared but I assure you they're very nice and not a ripoff.

Bitspower rotary tend to leak by the way, I don't trust them.



I would change the radiator, I'd go with a three times 140 on top of the case.

Something like an Alphacool UT60 420 or Monsta 420 (Did they ever get out 420mm Monstas? Not so sure about it)


EDIT: Yes they do make a 420 monsta, http://www.performance-pcs.com/catalog/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=36998

 

[Knight091]

Yeah, their fittings look sick when put into a complete build, they may look worse than Bitspower when compared but I assure you they're very nice and not a ripoff.

Bitspower rotary tend to leak by the way, I don't trust them.



I would change the radiator, I'd go with a three times 140 on top of the case.

Something like an Alphacool UT60 420 or Monsta 420 (Did they ever get out 420mm Monstas? Not so sure about it)


EDIT: Yes they do make a 420 monsta, http://www.performance-pcs.com/catalog/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=36998

Great but why not get a 480 rad? It can fit and it is more cooling.

 

[radrok]

420mm at same thickness is more surface (atleast should be) compared to a 480mm radiator, 140mm fans vs 120mm.

Do the 480 fit without giving issues to bay area?

 

[Knight091]

420mm at same thickness is more surface (atleast should be) compared to a 480mm radiator, 140mm fans vs 120mm.

Do the 480 fit without giving issues to bay area?

A 480 will fit and even have enough room for a push pull as well. That will take up 1-2 bays. That is not a problem. I am not even going to have a DVD/blue ray drive. I want to keep the computer looking sleek. I also do not ever use a drive. If I need one I can use my USB drive.

Update

I love the Swiftech fittings. They are cheaper than the Bitspower Fittings and do the same things.​

 

[radrok]

Yeah those fittings are very nice but they are overpriced in Europe, luckily you have good prices overseas

Same thing for MCP35X, they are 110 eur here, bloody ripoff lol

I see about the 480, still If I'm ever going to buy the 900D I'm probably going with 420 top + 420 bottom and 9x120 mounted on the backpanel.

 

[erocker]

Bitspower G1/4 Matte Black Dual Rotary 45-Degree Compression Fitting-ID 1/2" OD 3/4"

Enzotech Compression Fitting G 1/4 Thread - for 1/2" ID and 3/4" OD Tubing - Matte Black

Bitspower G1/4 Matte Black Dual Rotary 90-Degree Compression Fitting-ID 1/2" OD 3/4"

I think these are a good choice. The Enzo fittings are a good deal and the Bitspower angled fittings have compression fittings built in so their price is good too.

 

[Knight091]

Updates list. I am cutting down on the cost. I could not spend over 700. I had to cut down on the rad and other thing. I got the fittings that I like and they are not $$$ from what they were with my older list. If you can help me lower the cost but the fittings stay and the pump housing. Thanks

UPDATE 06/11/13

I finished my picks for the new water cooling stuff. Tell what everyone thinks.

(2)Bitspower D5 / MCP655 Mod Kit - Black Sparkle Finish

(1)Bitspower BP-2D5TOPAC-UVRD Dual D5 Mod Top (Acrylic Version) - UV Red

(1)Alphacool NexXxoS ST30 Full Copper 480mm

(2)Bitspower Water Tank Z-Multi 150 - Full Clear Acrylic Version

(2)PrimoFlex Advanced LRT 10ft Tubing - 1/2in. ID X 3/4in. OD - Crystal Clear

(2)IandH Silver KillCoils - Antimicrobial .999 Fine Silver Tubing / Reservoir Strip

(2)Bitspower G1/4" Matte Black Male to Male Rotary Adapter

(3)Bitspower G1/4 Matte Black Dual Rotary 45-Degree Compression Fitting-ID 1/2" OD 3/4"

(12) Enzotech Compression Fitting G 1/4 Thread - for 1/2" ID and 3/4" OD Tubing - Matte Black

(2) Bitspower G1/4 Matte Black Dual Rotary 90-Degree Compression Fitting-ID 1/2" OD 3/4"

(2) ModMyToys Acrylic LED G1/4 Plug - Red/Red

Total: $635.04 with shipping

UPDATE

I got my computer case and worked on it and got it the way I want it with only one HD cage. It is the hot swap bay.





I put an apple in the case to show the size of the case.





I have around 1 inch for rounting cables etc...so nice..






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[mm67]

Yeah those fittings are very nice but they are overpriced in Europe, luckily you have good prices overseas

Same thing for MCP35X, they are 110 eur here, bloody ripoff lol

I see about the 480, still If I'm ever going to buy the 900D I'm probably going with 420 top + 420 bottom and 9x120 mounted on the backpanel.

These together are a bit cheaper than MCP35X and have the same motor and a good top:
http://www.ekwb.com/shop/pumps-and-accessories/pump-tops/ddc-series/ek-ddc-x-top-csq.html
http://www.ekwb.com/shop/pumps-and-...g-pumps/ek-ddc-3-2-pwm-laing-ddc-3-2-pwm.html

Maybe the combined price will even get a bit lower : http://www.ekwb.com/news/360/19/EKWB-announces-partnership-with-Xylem-Inc-Laing-Thermotech/

 

[Knight091]

UPDATE

Here is my computer so far. More to come.

Ya their is a little size difference lol

 

[MT Alex]

Looks clean as a whistle

 

[Knight091]

Yeah those fittings are very nice but they are overpriced in Europe, luckily you have good prices overseas

Same thing for MCP35X, they are 110 eur here, bloody ripoff lol

I see about the 480, still If I'm ever going to buy the 900D I'm probably going with 420 top + 420 bottom and 9x120 mounted on the backpanel.

Do you think I should still go with a one loop or change to a two loop for this build? I am going to be getting the pump top made for two D5 pumps. The pump top is made for one loop not two but is made for more power. I would have one rez rather than two. The loop would go like this. rez, pump, top 480 rad, mosfet, CPU, both GTX 690, bottom left 360 rad, right 360 rad, rez. If you know a better rout tell me. Thanks.

 

[MxPhenom 216]

Jesus that case is a mammoth compared to the HAF.

 

[Knight091]

Jesus that case is a mammoth compared to the HAF.

Yes it is. This case is huge. I put my board and other things in it so far and it makes them look small and out of place. lol

 

[radrok]

That HAF seems like a MITX case next to the 900d lol

Nifty job there, have you thought about installing a big reservoir next to the motherboard to fill the "void"?

 

[d1nky]

have you thought about installing a big reservoir next to the motherboard to fill the "void"?

void?! nice understatement!

looking good knight! makes it a lot cleaner with more space!

 

[Knight091]

That HAF seems like a MITX case next to the 900d lol

Nifty job there, have you thought about installing a big reservoir next to the motherboard to fill the "void"?

Yes the Haf looks really small next to the 900D. Yes I have thought about a nice reservoir next to the motherboard. Here are the new parts I have picked out. I am trying to keep the clear tubs to a minim up around the mother board. They will be used down around the two 360 rads and from the top outlet of the pump top to the top 480 rad. I am trying to get the correct fittings but I think that is a guessing game until I get them in and see how they fit and point.

(1) PrimoFlex Advanced LRT 10ft Tubing - 1/2in. ID X 3/4in. OD - Crystal Clear

(2) Bitspower D5 / MCP655 Mod Kit - Black Sparkle Finish

(3) LED - Pre-wired with Connectors - 3mm - Red
- Connector Type 2-Pin Connector
- Cable Sleeve in your choice of colors
- Sleeve Color Red
- Heatshrink Color Black

(3) Bitspower G1/4 Matte Black Dual Rotary 45-Degree Compression Fitting-ID 1/2" OD 3/4"

(10) Enzotech Compression Fitting G 1/4 Thread - for 1/2" ID and 3/4" OD Tubing - Matte Black

(3) Bitspower G1/4 Matte Black Dual Rotary 90-Degree Compression Fitting-ID 1/2" OD 3/4"


(1) Bitspower BP-2D5TOPAC-UVRD Dual D5 Mod Top (Acrylic Version) - UV Red

(1) Bitspower Water Tank Z-Multi 250 - Full Clear Acrylic Version

(1) Alphacool NexXxoS Monsta 480 Radiator

(1) ModMyToys Acrylic LED G1/4 Plug - Red/Red

(1) Bitspower Dual IG1/4" Matte Black Triple Rotary Snake-Style Adapter

(7) Bitspower Dual G1/4" High Flow Fitting - Male to Male Thread - Black Matte Finish

(5) Bitspower BP-MBWP-C76 Matt Black Dual IG1/4" Extender - 50MM

(3) Bitspower BP-MBWP-C63 G1/4" Matte Black IG1/4" Extender - 30mm

Total with shipping $757.85​

 

[radrok]

You can route atleast one tube behind the motherboard, watch TTL's video about it, he REALLY explains everything about this case.

http://youtu.be/6b3EwprglnU?t=1h5m21s

look at where he routed that tube, makes the build look so damn clean.

Also I feel you about the expense in watercooling, my WC equipment costs almost as much as my hardware lol -.-

Talking about addiction...

 

[Knight091]

You can route atleast one tube behind the motherboard, watch TTL's video about it, he REALLY explains everything about this case.

http://youtu.be/6b3EwprglnU?t=1h5m21s

look at where he routed that tube, makes the build look so damn clean.

Also I feel you about the expense in watercooling, my WC equipment costs almost as much as my hardware lol -.-

Talking about addiction...

That is what I am going to go. If you look at the rad I got you can take the bottom plug out and use the rad as a cross flow rad. That will keep the tube from the pump top looking clean. I am going to have it this way. Rez, Pump, tube from pump top going behind the mother board tray to the rad fittings in the bay. I may have to cut a hole so it will fit rather than routing it were the blue ray drive wires would go. Then across the rad down to the mosfet,CPU,both GTX 690, down to the lower two 360 rads then back up to the rez. So the only tubes you will see are the ones from the top of the pump and the one going from the top rad to the mosfet and the one from the CPU to the GPU 1. The rest are small short tubes.

 

[m1dg3t]

Why 2 D5's? That setup alone (with top & mod kit) is well over $200! Get a mcp35x2 and save a few $$$ and have a smaller footprint... Not that you need the space or anything!

http://www.swiftech.com/mcp35x2pump.aspx

Unless i'm missing something?

You have the option to ignore this post! I haven't finished my first kaffe as yet

 

[Knight091]

Why 2 D5's? That setup alone (with top & mod kit) is well over $200! Get a mcp35x2 and save a few $$$ and have a smaller footprint... Not that you need the space or anything!

http://www.swiftech.com/mcp35x2pump.aspx

Unless i'm missing something?

You have the option to ignore this post! I haven't finished my first kaffe as yet

Thanks but I also love the look of the pump top. I am going to get the clear one so you can see the cooling and all and use red LED to light it up. I already have two D5 pumps from my old build. I love that the rez will sit on the intake of pump #1 and the pump will spit over to the pump #2 and out. You have much more power and flow. With the think 480 top rad and all the cooling then the bottom two 360 rads I will need two D5 pumps to push all that and keep up with cooling and not slow down.

 

[m1dg3t]

Did you even look at what i linked? LoL

If you already have the D5s then go ahead, i thought you were starting out from scratch...

If I could go back in time i would have started with dual mcp's in place of dual D5s. More pressure and basically same flow rate...

But what do i know...

 

[radrok]

While I agree the swifty pump would be a better choice the dual d5 with the bitsy top is much better aesthetic wise.

I mean would you rather look at this

or this

After all when you are splurging over 400$/€ on watercooling alone you are either seeking maximum performance or the best look.

 

[Knight091]

While I agree the swifty pump would be a better choice the dual d5 with the bitsy top is much better aesthetic wise.

I mean would you rather look at this

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/pimg/WC-328-BP_60640_350.jpg

or this

http://www.swiftech.org/images/products/detail/MCP35X2-PUMP-WTX600.jpg

After all when you are splurging over 400$/€ on watercooling alone you are either seeking maximum performance or the best look.

Thanks you got my point I was trying to get across. I am going to both look and power. What do you think of the idea for the water loop?

 

[m1dg3t]

I take performance over looks ANY day of the week.

Go look at some flow charts.