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Peltier Condensation Prevention
Article by Jason on 09.09.2003
Results:
| The system was completely stable upon first startup after the modification.
I can truly say that I was apprehensive about any condensation forming
and checked the now visible cold plate each 2 minutes for any sight of
condensation. I can also say that the system stayed on for 6 hours after
that first start until I shut it down for the night, and at shutdown there
was still no sign of condensation forming. |
| The results speak for themselves. One week after this modification
and still no condensation, my temperatures at 43F are well below ambient.
These temps are also below what I was able to achieve previously with
the identical hardware using closed cell foam. |
| New Temps with the Acrylic Container: |
Previous Temps with the Installation and Foam: |
| Idle: 44F |
Idle: 48F |
| Load: 51F |
Load: 56F |
Conclusion:
I believe this modification shows a valid alternative for some overclockers.
I will personally be sticking with this mod and working on some ways to improve
it. There is the case modder side of me that is screaming to get some UV reactive
acrylic and use it to create another cube and replace the clear one, or use
LED's countersunk into the acrylic. The possiblities are near endless.
Possible improvements in design would include:
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The discovery and use of a clear airtight sealant that would
eliminate the need for silicone to be used in the cube joints.
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The use of a rubber or edge sealant for the cube to the
motherboard, which would eliminate the buildup of silicone around the cube
where it meets the motherboard.
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A more effective method of air removal from the cube.
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