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[Build Log] BitFenix Pandora watercooled

will1211
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Hi guys
This is my first time building a custom water cooling PC, so I don't want to build something that is already been done.
Using HD6970 because I am waiting for the mighty 390X tongue.gif
The heatsink of the card is modded, its because I couldn't find a 6970 block on internet for a good price. 
Also because those GT fans are blowing the heat from the rad into the case, which is another main reason that force me to cut the reference heatsink and keep the stock fan to blow the hot air out.
 
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Parts:
Intel Core i7-4790k
ASUS HD 6970
ASUS Maximus VII Gene
8GB Samsung wonder ram 
256GB Samsung XP941 with pcie x4 adapter
500GB Samsung EVO
EVGA 750 G2
 
 
Cooling Parts:
EK MOFSET ASUS M7G Acetal Nickel
Bykski XPH-B CPU block
Bykski RAM block
Alphacool NexXxoS UT60 Full Copper 240mm
Poseidon P680 pump (MCP355) with Acetal Top and heat sink
PrimoChill PrimoFlex Advanced LRT Tubing Red 3/8ID 5/8OD 3m
EK-Ekoolant Clear Premix 1000mL Coolant
1 x Noctua NF-F12 Industrial PPC 120mm 2000RPM PWM Fan
2 x Nidec SERVO Gentle Typhoon GT1850
 
Fitting
All Compression Fittings don't have a brand name, my friend bring them to me from China for around $4 AUD each
12 x Compression Fittings
2 x Alphacool Dual Rotating 45 Degree G1/4 M-F Extender
2 x Alphacool Angled Adapter 90 Degree G1/4 M-F Black
2 x Unbrand Angled Adapter 90 Degree G1/4 M-F Black
 
Version 1
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More details
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The flow indicator and a valve
 
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Purple light looks kinda cool
 
 
Version 2 is coming by the end of this month, I am going to get a bigger reservoir as this tiny little reservoir is driving me crazy in bleeding and also a new CPU block?
Also I am planning to add some more LED :D
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Mmmmmmmmmmmm, sexy.

CPU: Intel Core i5 4460 | GPU: XFX r9 280x DD BLACK OC EDITION | RAM: 8gb Kingston HyperX Fury 1600Mhz | Mobo: Gigabyte h97n-WIFI | PSU: EVGA 600B | Case: Cooler Master Elite 120 | Cooler: Stock intel | SSD: Samsung 840 EVO 120gb | Storage: WD 150 gb

CPU: Intel Core i7 4710MQ | GPU: NVIDIA Geforce GTX 850M | RAM: 8gb Corsair 1600Mhz | Mobo: Metabox WA50SJ Motherboard | Case: Metabox WA50SJ case | Cooler: Stock | SSD: Sandisk 256gb

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Wow! Sleek looking build :)

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I love it !

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Did you ghetto cut the stock cooler in order to keep the vrm fan?

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me want, nice job man

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I've been waiting for a build log in this case, it looks very nice 

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Build Log here: http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/119926-yin-yang-prodigy-update-2-26-14/

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The cutting of the stock heatsink is totally a nightmare, but the result is good, the vrm temp is around 60c now when play bf4

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Nice one, people often asks if its possible to build a custom loop in the Pandora, and yes, here´s a good example of it :)

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Feel free to ask questions in the forums - Personal support issues/RMA -> support.bitfenix.com

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Nice one 

Nice to see some thick tubes 

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Nice one, people often asks if its possible to build a custom loop in the Pandora, and yes, here´s a good example of it :)

But the problem is Pandora only able to hold one 240 rad, when I play BF4, the cpu temp will rise to 85c and the water temperature will go to around 53c which pretty scare me out <_< 

The other issue is cable management, the space between motherboard mount and the rear panel is about 0.5cm, which mean it is not possible to hide the CPU power cable in it unless you remove the sleeving or use customize cable, the space behind the rad will be about 2 cm which is my only chance to hide all the cables.  :P 

I will upload a gallery once I finish the version 2

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But the problem is Pandora only able to hold one 240 rad, when I play BF4, the cpu temp will rise to 85c and the water temperature will go to around 53c which pretty scare me out <_< 

The other issue is cable management, the space between motherboard mount and the rear panel is about 0.5cm, which mean it is not possible to hide the CPU power cable in it unless you remove the sleeving or use customize cable, the space behind the rad will be about 2 cm which is my only chance to hide all the cables.  :P 

I will upload a gallery once I finish the version 2

Strange, i have a 4690k, thinner 240rad than you have, AND a watercooled 7950 in that loop without any problems at all. Current water-temp is 43c running some benchmarking, CPU-temp is 55c after 40 mins cinebench. (23c room temp).

The cable management options are limited as you say, a modular psu with flat cables or braided extensions are needed.

Also the most common suggestion for the Pandora, to make more room behind the motherboard tray.

Looking forward for version 2 :)

I´m HP, the Bitfenix community rep. on LTT - Answering your questions about our products and hanging around in the forums!
Feel free to ask questions in the forums - Personal support issues/RMA -> support.bitfenix.com

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Why no 120mm rad in the top? I was planning to do a system like this and was wondering if it was possible to put a 120mm rad in the top

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Why no 120mm rad in the top? I was planning to do a system like this and was wondering if it was possible to put a 120mm rad in the top

I think there is clearanceissues with motherboard

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I don't usually do water cooling but I must say, that looks rather fabulous.

 

I like your log too. Like how you give us proper pics.

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Not possible to put a 120 rad on top
Unless you use itx motherboard, do a little bit mod on the top for the 120 rad and move the front 240 rad lower
As spawth mention before, it is the clearance issues with the motherboard.

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Hey, could you find out why you have this high temps ?

Do you have OC your hw ?

do the fans get enouth airflow?

 

I really interesst in your PC because i want to copy it :P but with this high temps it would be a no go for me

  • CPU: Intel i7 4790K watercooled & custom IHS, Motherboard: Asus Maximus VI Impact, RAM: Kingston HyperX LP 1833, 2x8GB, GPU: Asus RTX 2070 watercooled

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Been dying to see the Pandora in action. Can't wait to see more.

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