Does a 300 mm gpu need an anti sag bracket?

[remo233]

5 minutes ago, IkeaGnome said:

I change the ".com" to ".co.uk" in the URL and it brought up the same product.

Thanks. I will try and fit the ones I am ordering, if they dont fit, will order this. I am presuming that the card can remain without a bracket for a few days.

[remo233]

36 minutes ago, IkeaGnome said:

You can get short ones that would sit on top of the caddy.

Amazon.com: AVERZELLA Graphics Card GPU Mini Brace Support, Video Card Sag Holder Bracket, GPU Stand, Universal VGA Graphics Card Holder : Electronics

 

Got a 3d printer? You can make one any height you want.

GPU anti sag support holder (reduced height) by what_is_that - Thingiverse

GPU anti sag support holder by nessuno0505 - Thingiverse

Ok so I found this on the UK amazon site as well but different brand, the small bracket. May just order all three . 

[Godlygamer23]

16 minutes ago, remo233 said:

Ok so I found this on the UK amazon site as well but different brand, the small bracket. May just order all three . 

I use this particular one with my 3070: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0B2WCTGFV/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1

[remo233]

On 4/13/2024 at 5:23 PM, IkeaGnome said:

I really would use one. It has the same cut out in the PCB that has been causing graphics card (mostly Gigabyte, but other brands have cracked too) PCBs to crack. Gigabyte has already shown they won't warranty it. 

It's a $600 GPU. If you want to risk it over $10 or $15 then so be it. 

You asked what people here would do, and you don't seem to like what they're saying. I have a feeling that at the end of the day you won't use one, and that's okay. If it cracks, don't be surprised if Gigabyte gives you the shaft.

Take a look at the picture, could only install in the middle, is that  ok? Also, the usb cable os touching the edge of the card, is that ok?

[remo233]

On 4/13/2024 at 5:23 PM, IkeaGnome said:

I really would use one. It has the same cut out in the PCB that has been causing graphics card (mostly Gigabyte, but other brands have cracked too) PCBs to crack. Gigabyte has already shown they won't warranty it. 

It's a $600 GPU. If you want to risk it over $10 or $15 then so be it. 

You asked what people here would do, and you don't seem to like what they're saying. I have a feeling that at the end of the day you won't use one, and that's okay. If it cracks, don't be surprised if Gigabyte gives you the shaft.

Please check pic, is it ok to put bracket in middle of gpu? Also, usb cable is touching outside of gpu, is that ok?

[Tan3l6]

It's fine. Seriously.

[Godlygamer23]

57 minutes ago, remo233 said:

Take a look at the picture, could only install in the middle, is that  ok? Also, the usb cable os touching the edge of the card, is that ok?

It's better to have it in the middle IMO, so totally fine. Cable is also good. That insulation will be able to reach 180 degrees F before anything catastrophic happens, The temperature won't get that high ever, so it's totally fine. 

[Godlygamer23]

39 minutes ago, Tan3l6 said:

It's fine. Seriously.

People can be paranoid, especially when they're new at something. It's better to put their mind at ease with explanations versus just telling them something. It also helps educationally so they can make better decisions themselves. 

[IkeaGnome]

11 hours ago, remo233 said:

Please check pic, is it ok to put bracket in middle of gpu? Also, usb cable is touching outside of gpu, is that ok?

That’s a perfectly fine place to put it. Just make sure it’s not touching a fan and you’re good to go.