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fhorst · 01-17-2004, 05:23 PM

I can't understand the "Why".

Sure, I can understand the idea. But.....

Most computers are under/in a desk, with almost no natural airflow.
You CPU temps will be about 8 to 15 degrees higer as with forced air. (depending on the natural airflow)

If you want to go outside the case, a smaller rad with a fan at low speed will give you the same or better performence.

If you want to go for the "passive" radiator, why not look into the radiators design they use to heat your house?

They come in the right size, they have the right tubing, and they have years of development behind them!

01-17-2004, 05:23 PM	#18
fhorst Cooling Savant Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Almere, The Netherlands (Europe) Posts: 262	I can't understand the "Why". Sure, I can understand the idea. But..... Most computers are under/in a desk, with almost no natural airflow. You CPU temps will be about 8 to 15 degrees higer as with forced air. (depending on the natural airflow) If you want to go outside the case, a smaller rad with a fan at low speed will give you the same or better performence. If you want to go for the "passive" radiator, why not look into the radiators design they use to heat your house? They come in the right size, they have the right tubing, and they have years of development behind them! __________________ If it get's hot, it needs to be watercooled!