DAMNIT
I had a whole nice big post all typed up and freak'n IE died...
OK this is the very very short version:
1. DH3 had 13 temp sensors, with those all you can gauge and temp variables that are introduced in a test set. ( as well as 2 ambient temp readings out side of the machine at 5 In from the floor and one at 4 ft from the floor.) in any test all the temps will be posted for the people ( like you) to work out efficiencies and and variables to discount the final temp reading)
2. I have built a machine just for water block testing and as soon as the gear gets in it will have 8 temp sensors itself. ( its a small 1 loop system deigned just for this)
3. Swiftec's flow problem is all about where the coolant is coming in and leaving. the Tidal Pool design is VERY effective IF you have the coolant moving correctly, hes squirting the coolant into one area in the cooler, and letting it fill to the point it flows out the exhaust port. Theres very lil actual movement of the coolant ( unlike the tidal pool design). ( example : Blow on your hand in one concentrated area. That area gets cool ( or warm) while the res is hardly affected. Now Blow across your hand, you notice you get the same effect across the entire area you are blowing, not just a tight center contact patch. Now this isnt a scientific test by any means, just an example)
4. This is all based on opinions and my experience with how coolant flow and design directly effects the final product. The final product maybe perform better then I think it will or worse. Its beautiful block, and the mounting mechanism is awesome, But for cooling I don't think it will surpass much of the higher end blocks around. His design IS better then the forced path blocks though, I will give him that, and its NOT anodized, which is another big plus in my book.
In all reality the difference between his block and OCWC's Cu poly block will be slim ( +/- 3 - 4Deg I would expect) But I think OCWC's Ag blocks will walk away from even the most advanced Cu/Al blocks.
Another thing I have a problem with is the fittings included on the swift block. I like the normal brass hose barbs more, just don't trust the ones hes using, I have had too many "other" hose connects like those either leak, damage the hose, or just come off. Its more a personal preference. ( also with the Dye Lite you can see if its creeping down the hose barb long before it actually gets to the point of leaking.
God I wish I didn't loose that long post..... although this one turned out pretty damn long
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C-ya
Joe - Owner/Editor
www.ProCooling.com
Where the Completely Addicted Come to Cool Off
Somebody set up us the bomb.
[This message has been edited by Joe (edited 01-05-2001).]