Likwid Mods 0 Posted July 31, 2017 First of all I'd like to thank Alphacool and Mayhems for supporting this project. Special thanks to Adam from AD Modz, thanks to whom it all started! I've been searching for a large and simple case that can fit two 60mm thick 480 rads. I haven't found one that would have a layout i like so i decided to make one myself. I'm much more of a diy guy than computer head so there is no render models of the build, thread won't be full of awesome professional pictures and it might be not very neat and organised. Disappointment for most. I will, however, try my best to provide as much details and up to date info on what's being done. Actual state of my pc(pretty much all hardware is going to be transfered to the new case): Now the new case... I wanted something simple, minimalistic but strong and big. Two 480 rads fitted without problems(push/pull possible on both) with an option of adding more rads if needed(don't think I`ll ever need). I love working with acrylic but acrylic only case wasn't an option since the size it big. Went with aluminium as it`s light and strong, acrylic will find it`s place as top/bottom/inside panels. Size of the case: 70cm x 60cm x 33cm Components i7 5820k MSI x99 sli plus 16 GB Crucial Ballistix Nvidia GTX 1080 SuperFlower Leadex 750w gold Samsung 850 evo 250gb SSD WD 2tb SSHD Watercool Heatkiller IV pro acryl EK gtx1080 acetal block 2x Feser Xchanger 480 rad Alphacool VPP755 pump with Watercool Heatkiller top Aquacomputer Aquatube reservoir Aquacomputer Aquaero 5 LT 8x Enermax Cluster Advance fan 3x AeroCool Dead Silence fan Onto the project then: assembled shell(incredibly sturdy while only 6 kg of weight) cut top/bottom acrylic to size and drilled fan holes and sanded. was going to paint the panels flat white but frosted effect looks very good, might leave it as is in the case and with a rad I will be using Enermax Cluster fans for both rads but as case fans I wanted something a bit different(for a contrast), chose these as they are very quiet and push reasonable amount of air. Painted white and sleeved That's it for now, not much i know and it looks like nothing at this stage but gotta start somewhere. Next step: motherboard/inside wall panel, holes for fans in front and i/o with pcie slots cutouts. More pics and update soon. 28/08/17 update Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheapskate 49999851 Posted August 2, 2017 Looks good to me. Welcome to the zoo. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Likwid Mods 0 Posted August 4, 2017 update. time for front panel fans(3x120mm), going through 4mm aluminium takes a LOT of time(and WD-40) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bill Owen 357 Posted August 5, 2017 hole saw fun. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RcRon7 9 Posted August 5, 2017 I love watching scratch builds Can't wait to see more. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Likwid Mods 0 Posted August 5, 2017 all three holes done now looking for some interesting but simple 360 grill, any ideas highly appreciated Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bill Owen 357 Posted August 6, 2017 why not make your own 360 grill? ....you have the skills. otherwise these are very simple, https://mnpctech.com/pc-computer-alphacool-ek-bitspower-hardwarelabs-heatkiller-liquid-cooling/360mm-mesh-pc-fan-and-radiator-grill.html Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Likwid Mods 0 Posted August 6, 2017 46 minutes ago, Bill Owen said: why not make your own 360 grill? ....you have the skills. otherwise these are very simple, https://mnpctech.com/pc-computer-alphacool-ek-bitspower-hardwarelabs-heatkiller-liquid-cooling/360mm-mesh-pc-fan-and-radiator-grill.html it would take ridiculous amount of drilling and filing to make my own one and the effect is not guaranteed as all done by hand. the one you linked looks nice but I'm in The UK. Will look into shipping costs but I think it'd be too expensive. Thank you for your help and idea. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheapskate 49999851 Posted August 6, 2017 There's a million ways to do a fanguard. Buy a bunch of drawer handles buy rods, make brackets to space them. you can even wrap them around the front/top/bottom. Just add a cover plate with 1" spacers. bore fan holes in the backplate of a big heatsink extrusion. custom plexi sculpt... I drift off... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Likwid Mods 0 Posted August 14, 2017 another small update after checking and considering many options for front 360 grill i decided to go with aluminium Aquacomputer grill as it will compose nicely with other aluminium accents in the case. Has got very simple and clean look too. Tried it on with the fans: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Likwid Mods 0 Posted August 16, 2017 Got hold on an amazing deal today and picked a new lens for my camera. Messed with it a bit and took a few shots of hardware Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Likwid Mods 0 Posted August 27, 2017 case painted and put back together quite happy with the result, looks very clean and exposed.stay tuned for more Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bill Owen 357 Posted August 28, 2017 awesome build, love the frosty tube look Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Likwid Mods 0 Posted August 28, 2017 test fit of led strips. 2x 50cm 8W each, the whole room got lit up, they generate quite a lot of heat and are too bright. Gotta find something dimmer and narrower beam of light as these spread too wide Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Likwid Mods 0 Posted September 1, 2017 received coolant from Mayhems, thx Mick: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheapskate 49999851 Posted September 2, 2017 I swear the lighting pic makes your motherboard look even smaller. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Likwid Mods 0 Posted September 2, 2017 30 minutes ago, Cheapskate said: I swear the lighting pic makes your motherboard look even smaller. I did consider getting a Matx board :D Build should start getting serious next week, Alphacool gear should arrive in next couple of days so there will be much more interesting things to photograph and show. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Likwid Mods 0 Posted September 6, 2017 received a huge parcel from Alphacool , some very sexy blocks and parts there, I love the fact that every single piece is nicely and securely packed, very excited to start building! nest step: painting! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Datulab 0 Posted September 8, 2017 I really love this build so far! I'm currently working on a quite similar build myself. The CPU and Mobo combo is the same, I also just painted the mobo heat sinks, just like you (that was before I saw your build log) As the case I'm using the Corsair Crystal 570X which I painted all white (I started with the white version from Newegg) I will also 3d print a mobo cover to make it even more white (let me know if you are interested in the 3D files). I'm really looking forward to how your build will turn out. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Likwid Mods 0 Posted September 10, 2017 painted GPU block( if anyone wants to do the same and disassemble core block- don't!! The oring gasket thing under the cooling plate is level 25[1-10 scale]), looks very good, sorry for poor light pics, I will shot some more soon in daylight . I did some sleeving for EPS cable, I must say new Alphacool Alphacord sleeving is very nice and soft in touch, I think i'd prefer it to be matt but let's wait and see how it looks in the case with all lighting. again, pics don't really show much, very bad light ( Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Likwid Mods 0 Posted September 13, 2017 After long debate and extensive reading i decided to go for NB eLoops B12-2. I didn't want PWM versions as many ppl report unpleasant pwm ticking noise when slowed down to low rpm. I am going to voltage regulate these, possibly 6-8V. Still not sure if Aquaero 6 can handle 8 of these without overheating( ca split them into two channels, 4 fans per channel, but does it change anything?). One thing I'm sure about; these are definitely the best looking fans available! So i got this beauty!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Likwid Mods 0 Posted September 16, 2017 First 480 Monsta on board. Not without unplanned issues; because of multiport, the rad wouldn't sit flush on top/bottom panel - blanking plug sticks out so the only way to mount the rad is to drill holes for them plugs. If mounted on fans there's no problem but direct case/ panel mount is somehow complicated. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Likwid Mods 0 Posted September 22, 2017 First tube in.I am using Alphacool Eisrohr 13mm acrylic, quality of satin effect is quite good, the only thing is the tube can't be placed too close to heatgun nozzle as it gets glossy and transparent. When heated from at least 1 inch no problems whatsoever. Very good product, packed securely and individually boxed. changed cpu block mount to white version too, not sure which one i liked more stock black version: custom fan extension cables and a bit of reversed lens macro play Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CorbinKale 0 Posted September 22, 2017 Love the 'frosty' acrylic look. Perfect for this build. Very impressive, overall. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Likwid Mods 0 Posted September 28, 2017 build is nearly finished now, a few minor things left to sort(mainly all wiring at the back). Some pics I took last night, these are final shots before filling the loop up. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites