I decided to have a sealed open loop setup,
so I needed a container that would let me hold water and not leak all over
everything when I threw it out windows...err...I mean moved my computer
around. So back to Home Depot to find a electronic junction box that would
fit somewhere in my case. The one I picked up was a 5"x5"x"2" gray junction
box with self taping screws and a little gasket. I put two 3/8" fittings
on this box, one closest to the top of the box(the water from the pump),
the other closer to the bottom(which feeds the waterblock). I have it setup
where gravity will aid in flowing the water...not by much, but enough.
I use a water/anti-freeze mix in the setup. I only have
a little amount of anti-freeze, not because it will keep the water from
freezing, but to keep the metal from corroding. If you put too much anti-freeze
in the system, it will bring down the cooling affect of the water. I may
try Water-Wetter in the future. *UPDATE* I have changed the container to a length
of PVC pipe that allows me access to the top bay again. |
I had to tie wrap the box down in my case because I have yet to
build a proper bracket for it. But it does its job and thats what matters.
This is a shot of the water pump. It has been mounted for
inline operation. I didn't want to put the pump in the container as it
would add heat to the water and I didn't have room in there. |