skyteam78 Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 (edited) Hey guys, I want to share with you my Corsair 500D SE - Hydro X Project :biggrin: The hardware I am going to use in this project is: 1.CPU - 8700K 2.Motherboard: Asus maximus X hero wifi 3.GPU: EVGA RTX 2080TI XC ULTRA 4.RAM: 32GB Corsair Vengeance DDR4 3600 5.Case: Corsair Obsidian 500D RGB SE 6.Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA 1200 P2 7.Storage: Samsung 850 EVO 250GB, Samsung 970 Evo 500 GB, Samsung 970 Evo 1 TB, Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 7200RPM. And of course Corsair Hydro X for cooling. With your permission, I will detail each stage of my build. I am going to start with delidding the CPU. For this task I am going to use: 1.ROCKIT 88 - LGA 1151/1150 Delid & Relid kit. https://imgur.com/qPcF0gV 2.Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut Thermal Grease Paste - 1.0 Gram https://imgur.com/RAbIjau https://imgur.com/G3IzjMw 3.Masking tape. https://imgur.com/YPgvtDu 4.Non-woven polyester pads. https://imgur.com/doUtXKZ 5.Sterile presaturated wipes. https://imgur.com/5cUYsHK 6.IPA 99.9% https://imgur.com/k53sLFk 7.Permatex 81160 RTV https://imgur.com/9tR1JN7 Edited August 14, 2019 by skyteam78 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyteam78 Posted August 15, 2019 Author Share Posted August 15, 2019 (edited) After I made all the preparations, today is the ''day'':laughing: Let's start with removing the IHS: https://i.imgur.com/Es6CBgn.jpg https://i.imgur.com/rjVMkqP.jpg https://i.imgur.com/aulu1iE.jpg https://i.imgur.com/H8kWVi7.jpg https://i.imgur.com/TBJY4TT.jpg After successfully removing the IHS we need to clean both cpu and IHS cover from thermal paste and sealing adhesive. https://i.imgur.com/fyP9YIB.jpg https://i.imgur.com/X9ofE3Z.jpg https://i.imgur.com/yysnkG6.jpg https://i.imgur.com/5nZROW9.jpg Before applying the liquid metal we need to mask other areas that shouldn't be in contact with liquid metal https://i.imgur.com/V42576Y.jpg http://https://i.imgur.com/P5fVRWU.jpg Applying the liquid metal both on pcb and cover. Only small drop is required. https://i.imgur.com/56bjZmM.jpg https://i.imgur.com/YFVuLCk.jpg https://i.imgur.com/oa7TLCJ.jpg After applying the high temperature sealant on the IHS we can attach it to the pcb. https://i.imgur.com/gKtKpnv.jpg https://i.imgur.com/4cXBtgY.jpg Now I will leave it to cure and then we can test in current working PC before starting hydro x project. Edited August 15, 2019 by skyteam78 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyteam78 Posted August 16, 2019 Author Share Posted August 16, 2019 After curing of almost 24 hrs, the CPU is disassembled from the jig and now we can run some tests. :biggrin: https://i.imgur.com/ah2Vdcn.jpg I did a measurements of temperatures under idle conditions and stress tests. All cores are overclocked to 4.8 GHz. The temperatures before delid, while cpu is idle were: ~46C https://i.imgur.com/9rBMoRe.png The temperatures before delid under stress tests were: ~77C https://i.imgur.com/xXkJuyv.png After delid the results are amazing (exactly the same conditions and same cooler were used). Idle temp after delid: ~35C https://i.imgur.com/ihtW810.png Stress temp after delid: ~ 57C https://i.imgur.com/WtK6Abr.png The delid was worth it and I got 20C difference. :biggrin: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyteam78 Posted August 16, 2019 Author Share Posted August 16, 2019 (edited) Next I am going to move Commander pro & RGB fan led hub to other location to back of the case. Initial position (as supplied with case): https://i.imgur.com/Pn528Wl.jpg Commander pro new position: https://i.imgur.com/QcooAJG.jpg RGB fan led hub new position: https://i.imgur.com/LZsoHWs.jpg Back case view: https://i.imgur.com/mVFfDsv.jpg Edited August 16, 2019 by skyteam78 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyteam78 Posted August 16, 2019 Author Share Posted August 16, 2019 Opening XC7 CPU water block package: https://i.imgur.com/VFav6Zh.jpg The package contains: - XC7 RGB water block - AMD AM4 bracket - CPU backplate with insulator - X4 mounting nut - X8 plastic washer - X4 mounting spring - X4 plastic spring washer - X4 mounting post https://i.imgur.com/69xmgVa.jpg https://i.imgur.com/AL9PFXh.jpg https://i.imgur.com/RTVCCgb.jpg https://i.imgur.com/4XjQhRA.jpg Installing XC7 CPU water block: https://i.imgur.com/71NXxaD.jpg https://i.imgur.com/nWcq88D.jpg https://i.imgur.com/ZMUpZjk.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyteam78 Posted August 18, 2019 Author Share Posted August 18, 2019 (edited) Assembling and preparing XR5 360 radiator and XD5 water pump: The radiator packaging: https://i.imgur.com/bg3KNYy.jpg The package contains: XR5 360 radiator and three sets of different length screws https://i.imgur.com/caHg9EW.jpg https://i.imgur.com/C65pRop.jpg You can flush your radiator using distilled water. Mine was extremely clean. ** Check twice length screw before using it! Otherwise you can damage your radiator. Assembling 3 LL120 fans with radiator and case bracket. https://i.imgur.com/8xs4aFd.jpg XD5 RGB Pump/Reservoir Combo packaging: https://i.imgur.com/tNJ0d56.jpg The package contains: XD5 Pump Res Combo: https://i.imgur.com/pHEJHXv.jpg 120mm fan bracket, 140 mm fan bracket, ATX Jumper Bridge, G1/4" Temperature Sensor, 3 x G1/4" stop plugs, mounting screws, Quick Start Guide https://i.imgur.com/kINVnFI.jpg After choosing orientation, the pump is easily attached to bracket using thumb screws. For assembling pump to radiator you must use short screws from radiator package. ** Check twice length screw before using it! Otherwise you can damage your radiator. https://i.imgur.com/kn5Exdw.jpg Edited August 18, 2019 by skyteam78 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyteam78 Posted August 18, 2019 Author Share Posted August 18, 2019 Assembling and preparing XR5 240 radiator and two LL120 fans. Radiator package: https://i.imgur.com/F70PoKG.jpg XR5 240 radiator: https://i.imgur.com/Osd103l.jpg You can flush your radiator using distilled water. Mine was extremely clean. XR5 240 radiator and two LL120 fans: https://i.imgur.com/Ze7Rbkm.jpg XR5 radiator, two LL120 fans and bracket: https://i.imgur.com/LFPhFCx.jpg ** Check twice length screw before using it! Otherwise you can damage your radiator. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyteam78 Posted August 18, 2019 Author Share Posted August 18, 2019 Installing Corsair XG7 RGB: XG7 RGB package: https://i.imgur.com/KLyWerM.jpg GPU water block: https://i.imgur.com/0lLh2OW.jpg Backplate, manual, fasteners and etc: https://i.imgur.com/FxMLFvK.jpg Carefully disassemble you current GPU. Mine was EVGA 2080 TI XC Ultra. https://i.imgur.com/8pX9JbU.jpg Remove TIM protective cover and accurately place GPU pcb on it: https://i.imgur.com/B47nPaJ.jpg Locate backplate and carefully thread all screws: https://i.imgur.com/grwL3SX.jpg https://i.imgur.com/icJ9JW1.jpg I was planning to put XG7 vertically on my case but i totally forget that my GPU having 3 slot bracket, instead two. :[pouts: I ordered immediately 2 slot bracket from EVGA and unfortunately it will take some time to arrive to me. I had two options : to continue with project or wait ~ 2 weeks till 2 slot bracket will arrive. I decided to continue as is. I can always switch configuration from normal one to vertical later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyteam78 Posted August 19, 2019 Author Share Posted August 19, 2019 After all components installed in the case, we can start working with hard tubing. I ordered acrylic tubing 10/12 from two different manufactures: EKWB and Bitspower. The Bitspower tubing quality appears to be much better. It is much clearer than EK one. For hard tubing I ordered Monsoon Hardline Cutting Kit for 3/8" ID, 1/2" OD Tubing: https://i.imgur.com/mwPpSeN.jpg For this project I decided to go with Bitspower fittings. I am going to use following fitting types: 1. Bitspower G1/4" to Enhance Multi-Link Fitting for 12mm OD Rigid Tubing, Black Sparkle https://i.imgur.com/elcClLO.jpg https://i.imgur.com/JQyhvCl.jpg 2. Bitspower Black Sparkle Enhance 90-Degree Dual Multi-Link Adapter For OD 12MM https://i.imgur.com/R4HwAZA.jpg 3. Bitspower Black Sparkle Enhance Rotary G1/4" 90-Degree Multi-Link Adapter For OD 12MM https://i.imgur.com/GsYXZT8.jpg 4. Bitspower G1/4" Stop Fitting, Black Sparkle https://i.imgur.com/cuOzCVc.jpg 5. Bitspower G1/4" Male to Male Extender Fitting (14mm), Rotary, Black Sparkle https://i.imgur.com/8YkPwpw.jpg And of course the drain valve: https://i.imgur.com/I2d48U7.jpg The quality of Bitspower fittings are damn good. The route is going to be: Pump/Reservoir => GPU => CPU => 240mm Radiator => 360mm Radiator => Pump/Reservoir And it looks like that : https://i.imgur.com/tPRKa4f.jpg https://i.imgur.com/sATaBJF.jpg First power up and leakage test: :biggrin: https://i.imgur.com/rkM8PNE.jpg The test pass successfully. No leaks :laughing: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyteam78 Posted August 19, 2019 Author Share Posted August 19, 2019 After the system passed successfully leak test, I decided to fill it with XSPC ECX coolant (compatible according to Corsair). The worst happened...:[pouts: Some chemical reaction occurred just after a few minutes. This is how it looked: https://i.imgur.com/Q424MKZ.jpg After contacting XSPC support I got the following answer: https://i.imgur.com/pVWIfd3.jpg That left me only one choice to ask in forums and contact corsair support. c-attack confirmed he had same issue with EK cryofuel. From Corsair support person I received the following answer: ''Thank you for contacting us and for providing detailed description of your issue with included pictures. I am really sorry you are having issues. If you don't intend to dismantle your custom loop, the best solution would be to flush the original coolant from your loop first. Then fill it with distilled water and run it for a few minutes and then flush it (repeat for at least about 10 times). It is going to take a while and use about 4 liters of distilled water, but it will thoroughly clean your loop. As a courtesy we will send you a replacement Hydro X Series XL5 Performance Coolant 1L — Clear which you should then use and it shouldn't cause any issues. Please let me know if that works for you. Looking forward to your reply.'' So from yesterday I am flushing my system again and again and it looks that it clear again now. While I had some annoying issues with XSPC coolant I found that I need to drain and wash my system many times. I designed loop with drain valve at the bottom of the loop but I also found some issues with my current set up. While opening drain valve and filling port I found out that not all coolant/water is leaving the loop. Actually there are a lot of it that remains. I need to check how this can be improved. I am still waiting for 2 slot IO mount and Lighting node pro. I also ordered another XL5 Performance Coolant 1L. This is how system looks today: https://i.imgur.com/Ke1QONM.jpg https://i.imgur.com/aL6Sa9a.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyteam78 Posted September 4, 2019 Author Share Posted September 4, 2019 Yesterday I received 2 slot IO mount and Lighting node pro. Now the project can move to final stage. I disassembled whole loop and after mounting GPU vertically, I redesigned the loop. This is how it looks before installing lighting node pro, 3 led strips and filling it with distilled water for leakage test: https://i.imgur.com/XYjuAjN.jpg I also moved drain port to other location using rotary extender fitting: https://i.imgur.com/ILKStqm.jpg After filling with distilled water and taking almost all air out, the result looks quite good :biggrin: https://i.imgur.com/HaPjdjh.jpg https://i.imgur.com/M5Sx1js.jpg No leakage were detected, system boots normally. :biggrin: I am happy I choose Corsair components and Bitspower fittings. What is left? I am still waiting for Corsair XL5 coolant to arrive and of course cable management need to be done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyteam78 Posted September 30, 2019 Author Share Posted September 30, 2019 Yesterday I found that inside my gpu block there are some residue. It was looking as stucked on the inner side of PMMA cover. Although I flushed the system many times with distilled water it didn't wash it out. This is how it looked: http://imgur.com/a/e3kHtLQ I decided to disassemble gpu block and clean it. When i disassembled it, I found some residue inside it both on pmma cover and nickeled plate. http://imgur.com/a/Sd6jMDx http://imgur.com/a/cK0tApe I managed to clean it and after assembly and filling with Corsair XL5 it looks clear again https://imgur.com/XBdcWsF Guys, don't use XSPC compatible coolant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyteam78 Posted July 2, 2020 Author Share Posted July 2, 2020 I just finished updating my build with Intel I9-10900K cpu and Asus maximus XII Hero motherboard :biggrin: Here are a few pictures: https://imgur.com/M8uQOVG https://imgur.com/9olH4hJ https://imgur.com/DTShK16 https://imgur.com/kOf7P7h https://imgur.com/NZFceD2 https://imgur.com/38wjC6j https://imgur.com/jJP1c33 https://imgur.com/ieQADVt https://imgur.com/vAcznJV https://imgur.com/Snpt0bR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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