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I am making a custom Athlon 64 and X800 XT PE waterblock for use in a custom small form factor case.
In this case I care more about aesthetics then block performance.
http://www.zapwizard.com/projects/wo...s/block_02.jpg
http://www.zapwizard.com/projects/wo...s/block_03.jpg
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The block will be two 1/4" layers of copper, with simple square cut channels that are easy to cut with a dremel.
Note, the mounting hole layout is the same as a Socket 478, this is due the fact that I will be using a shuttle motherboard, yet the CPU will be an AMD Athlon 64.
I choose easy to find compression fittings that allow for either 3/8" OD x 1/4" ID copper tubing, or plastic tubing. (Small tubing as this will be a very compact case)
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http://www.zapwizard.com/projects/wo...I_Block_02.jpg
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The X800 waterblock will be made in a similar fashion, with 90 degree taps.
The extra curves are to avoid components on the PCB.
There will be shims to mate the copper with the front-side memory. The backside memory will still use the old heat-spreader.