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In this configuration, the setup becomes more like a series loop with 2 pumps.
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This is a very true statement,and I think a better way to think of it. Now hear me out on this type of config:
Components:
Cascade
Swiftech GPU and NB blocks
Two Pass Heatercore (12.125" X 7.875")
Iwaki MD15RT ( Cause I already have it)
2 X MCP600
Res 1: One inlet from HC, two outlets to loop1a & loop1b
Res 2: Two inlets from loop1a & loop1b, one outlet to loop2
loop 1a: from Res1>>1/2"ID>>MCP600a>>1/2"ID>>Cascade>>1/2"ID>>Res2
loop 1b: from Res1>>1/2"ID>>MCP600a>>1/2"ID>>GPU>>1/2"ID>>NB>>1/2"ID>>Res2
loop2: from Res2>>1/2"ID>>Iwaki>>1/2"ID>>HC>>1/2"ID>>Res1
What do you think? I believe it would have high overall flow. The block restrictions will be in paralel halving their head with respect to flow through the entire system, and the hc. The Hc is the only part in true series. The blocks are in series with respect to the hc and entire system, but run paralel with a pump each. That pump is also adjustable. So some tuning of balanced flow thru blocks could maybe be realized. Also with two res, I can make the tubing extraordinarily shorter. An added benefit as well. The only reason i suggest 3 pumps is because at only 8watts each for the two MCP600's, little heat would be added to the system due to pumps. The Iwaki consumes a deal more, but does not add much heat to the loop. My Eheim 1250 seemed to get the hc warmer with the machine turned off and no fans.
Brian