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Unread 05-10-2005, 09:26 PM   #1
WeaselBlade
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Default Running L20s in series/parallel?

I'm working on a compact gaming system, and trying to decide what to do about a pump. I've got 3 Hydor L20s on hand that I picked up cheap a while back, and I'm thinking of using two or 3 in the system; the only other pumps I have on hand are a Mag5 and Mag3, which are too bulky to fit without enlarging the case. Also, the pump would be directly above the motherboard, hardly ideal for the Mags which are AFAIK prone to leaking. And before someone says to get a MCP600/650 or a couple of the new C-systems pumps, I'm flat broke and unemployed, so its not an option. My questions are:


Are the L20s likely to be damaged by running in series?


Should I run series, or parallel? (for the pumps. the rads/secondary blocks will be in parallel either way)
Series:
T-splitter->(2 or 3 L20s in series)->WW->MCW50->DtekCore->T-splitter
_______________________________->MCW20->HC->T-splitter

Parallel:
T-splitter->WW->MCW50->DtekCore->L20->T-splitter
_____________________->MCW20->L20->HC->T-splitter



And finally, is it going to be a problem to have L20s REALLY close to stuff like the RAM, the CPU, and the HDD cables? Talking like a couple inches tops.


Any and all constructive input appreciated
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