295X2 Radiator Mounting

[Glenn422]

Hey guys, is it ok to mount the closed loop cooler thst came with the 295X2 at the bottom of th case? The manual says it must be mounted above the GPU but a bottom one is much better and more convenient for me. Thanks!

 

[ThatVietGuy]

It's recommended to mount it high up to let gravity help with the flow of the fluid. Mounting it down low causes some extra stress on the pump to pump fluid against gravity.

 

[Glenn422]

I have read many people saying that a pump pushes and pulls the same, so gravity shouldnt be a problem. I was actually worried more about having air bubbles in the loop if I bottom mounted it.

 

[Glenn422]

Anyone?

 

[Gam3r01]

They are called loops for a reason, it has to go against gravity one way or another.

There is little difference in terms of where it goes, the typically most used locations are rear 120mm, top 120mm. Then front 120mm and bottom 120mm.

It simply works better in terms of airflow at the back and top. The bottom either sucks air in from the desk (or floor), or blows hot air all over it. The front fills the case with heat. Radiators work best in areas where they become exhaust.

 

[Glenn422]

They are called loops for a reason, it has to go against gravity one way or another.

There is little difference in terms of where it goes, the typically most used locations are rear 120mm, top 120mm. Then front 120mm and bottom 120mm.

It simply works better in terms of airflow at the back and top. The bottom either sucks air in from the desk (or floor), or blows hot air all over it. The front fills the case with heat. Radiators work best in areas where they become exhaust.

Thanks for the reply!

Will there be no problems concerning air bubbles? Will it place any stress to the pump if mounted at the bottom?

 

[Gam3r01]

The units are closed loops, meaning no air (should) get in or out. So no air bubbles should form.
As for stress, there shouldnt be any.

 

[Glenn422]

The units are closed loops, meaning no air (should) get in or out. So no air bubbles should form.
As for stress, there shouldnt be any.

Thanks so much!