I've been checking different stores and websites for the right radiator sizes for my PC water cooling setup. From what I gathered, it seems like the recommendation is about 120mm of radiator space per component or for every 100 watts of power usage. However, I noticed that the radiator dimensions given on various websites are not just simple sizes like 120mm, 240mm, or 360mm. Instead, they list specific measurements like 402 x 120 x 27 mm or 317 x 140 x 27 mm. I'm a bit confused about which size I should focus on. Am I missing something here? For instance, looking at the image I attached, how do I know which radiator size to choose?
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When you're picking a radiator, you want to consider how many fans it can support. The common labels like 240mm mean it can fit two 120mm fans, while a 280mm radiator fits two 140mm fans, and a 360mm can hold three 120mm fans. Generally, single-fan radiators aren’t recommended anymore for effective cooling. If you're unsure about all this, it might be worth looking into All-in-One (AIO) systems or solid air cooling instead of diving into custom loops right away.
To get ready for custom loop cooling, you need to learn a bit about components. It helps to research potential setups, watch tutorials, and maybe even practice with an AIO cooler first. Getting comfortable with installation and maintenance will gear you up for more complex custom systems later!
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