Current processors are using less
power than ever. That low power consumption is only rivaled by the fact there
are two or more cores. If it weren't for those mulit-core processors, we could
almost return to completely passive heat sinks. It's definitely easy to spot the
better CPU coolers given that heat pipes are the standard.
However, the exemplary CPU coolers have quite a lengthy bit of heat pipes
machined to fit certain shapes and sizes all hanging over your CPU. Some users
don't mind these CPU coolers while others still like something a bit quieter and
as cool as possible. This brings back, yet again, to liquid cooling.
Because thermal issues are a bit more manageable, it doesn't take a huge amount
of liquid cooling unless you have a Core 2 Quad Extreme in which case, just a
very capable radiator is necessary to dissipate the heat. And given the better
liquid cooling designs, it's also easier to integrate liquid cooling systems in
to something less intrusive or obtrusive.
Thermaltake understands this concept very well. They've been building computer
cases for quite sometime and have found the proverbial sweet spot for offering
really sweet cases with integrated liquid cooling systems (LCS) like that found
in the Gandalf series. For users who don't need the integrated cooling, they
offer units like the
760i BigWater or the
780e BigWater. Today, the 760i BigWater is on the test bench. Have a look
and see how this one compares to other water cooling.
Specifications:
P/N
CL-W0121
2U Bay
Drives
Dimension
232mm(L) X 148.6mm(W) X 85mm(H)
Weight
1.3(kg)
Application
CPU
AMD
AM2 series
AMD
K8 series
Intel LGA775
Intel P4
Water
Block
Material
All
copper designed
Dimension
58mm(L) X 58mm(W) X 35mm(H)
Quick install connector
For
9.5mm ID (3/8”) tubing
Weight
311(g)
Pump
Dimensions
75(L) x 70(W) x 75(H) mm
Bearing
Ceramic bearing
Maximum Capacity
500
L/ hr
Rated Voltage
DC
12V
Input current
600
mA
Connector
4
pin
Noise
16
dBA
Life
time
80000 hr (MTBF)
Radiator
Dimensions
153(L) x 120(W) x 28(H) mm
Material
Aluminum
Tube
Design
Aluminum, Dimple
Fin
Design
Aluminum, Louvered
Quick install connector
For
9.5mm ID (3/8”) tubing
Fan
Fan
Dimension
120(L) x 120(w) x 25(H) mm
Fan
Speed
1600~2400 RPM
Rated Voltage
12V
Noise
16
~20 dB
Life
Expectancy
40,000 hr
Connector
4pin
Liquid
Tank
Dimensions
72.4
(L) x 70.5(W) x 69.4(H) mm
Capacity
130
c.c
Quick install connector
For
9.5mm ID(3/8”) tube
Tube
Dimensions
9.5mm ID(3/8”) tube
Material
Green UV
Coolant
Capacity
500
c.c
Major Material Ingredient
Ethylene Glycol
Features:
Dual 5.25 Drive Bay
design: liquid cooling system in-a-box to save the space in the
chassis and simplifies installation
Mesh design front
bezel enhances ventilation
Easy to install and
refill.
12cm
Motorsports Radiator :
1. DTT -
Dimple Tube Technology swirls the
coolant within the radiator to increase thermal transfer.
2. An all-aluminum radiator
featuring expanded outer fins and tube style for maximum
performance.
Slim Pure Copper
Waterblock:
1. Micro-Channel Design
within the waterblock maximize the thermal efficiency
2. Advanced Brazing
technology improves reliability and
leakage free
3. All-in-one mounting design
supports all latest CPU from Intel & AMD. (Includes: Intel Socket
LGA775 and AMD K8/AM2.)
Ultra-low
noise fan: silent variable fan with
blue LED (1600 ~ 2400rpm).
High-performance
Liquid Pump:
1.Silent and powerful
P500(500L/hr) pump provide superb reliability
2.The ceramic bearings
significantly extend the life-expectancy of the pump.
Quick connector:
1. Quick Disconnect Coupling:
Valves shuts off water flow immediately when dismantling to prevents
water leakage
2.User friendly Quick Install
Connector saves you time and energy.
Durable 3/8” Tube:
Special material to prevent wear & tare from being clogged up or
over bending.