Will the coolant inside break down and make the cooler ineffective? How would you monitor for this in a sealed system?
1986603
All coolant breaks down over time. I was able to get 3 years out of my first sealed system. I feel for the price it's worth it. Monitoring the system is fairly simple, just install CPU Temperature app on your windows/mac/Linux OS. I recommend doing an idle & stress test as benchmark for how high/low of an allowable temperature range you'll be getting. After you have those numbers simply do a test once a month or when ever you feel like it. 85C is my limit when I decide to change out my cooling unit. Hope this helps.
1986604
All coolant breaks down over time. I was able to get 3½ years out of my first sealed system. I feel for the price it's worth it. Monitoring the system is fairly simple, just install CPU Temperature app on your windows/mac/Linux OS. I recommend doing an idle & stress test as benchmark for how high/low of an allowable temperature range you'll be getting. After you have those numbers simply do a test once a month or when ever you feel like it. 85°C is my limit when I decide to change out my cooling unit. Hope this helps.
1986605
I installed mine during a new build. Works well, heat checks are steady. Since there are no metal parts through which the coolant passes break down ought to be minimal.
964192
YES it is a sealed system (fluid pumped through radiator) - completely silent operation - fan speed controlled by motherboard - you MUST BUY a tube of high quality thermal paste) to mount it properly & upgrade to a NOCTUA FAN available through Amazon
748613
My intake went bad under the thermostat but it leaked coolant and shorted out my coil. There was no way the oil and anti freeze could mix there. You might have 2 separate problems. If you're doing the intake I would go all the way and replace the head gaskets too.
247915
Dont see why not if it can be one that does not leak. My unit failed after we used it 4 times so I took out the cooling unit and just use it as a normal cooler. We used it in the car and were happy with it, but after it failed I could not find a way to get repair parts for it, shame as 80$ is a lot to only have a small ice cooler.
483039
that cooler is not good most sealed coolers dont do a good job and the pump on those corsairs suck and i believe if the tube or pump wears down it cant be replaced you have to buy a new unit and will it fit yes of course
354311
I used this valve works perfect , but refilled a mini fridge that was R12 with 134A worked perfect fort 2 weeks then system total failer . Might be a temp fix but system won't last. Sorry
709176
Hard to tell but depends a lot on the ventilation. If open to the air it should last its full claimed life. If totally enclosed then it will probably overheat and fail early. Really it all depends on the installation
1901419
Possibly get liquid in the sealing compartment. Be sure it is completely clean and dry
177431
Sorry still in storage... Very Poor cooler would NEVER recommend to purchase.. Wrote company about problems and got no response...
1131191
If anything, I would think it would help not hurt. The exhaust outlet is so small that it wouldn't take away from any other outlets you may have. I run a cooler also, and have no issues...?
1141440
Yes! Be sure to use cpu thermal heatsink grease! "Caution" when using a lower grade cooler failure is at a higher risk!
768222
Haier never recommended this solution, but sounds possible. They couldn't find anyone to repair my TWO broken units and after a year finally refunded my money. I went with a portable swamp cooler instead, which was cheaper, lighter (I live in a 3 story walk up) and more effective. Good luck. If you live in Colorado, you can have mine.
1111543
Give it a try and post your results. I doubt it has been done before. I'm sure most people are afraid to tear apart a $700 cooler.
1628442
The Cooper Cooler does not regulate temperature. You do that by adding ice or very chilled water.
1586087
I have for short periods, but it may not be a good idea. The heating/cooling element is on the side of the cooler. I would imagine if the ice melted enough that water got in there, it could damage it. Maybe if you did ice in milk jugs or something.
1777578
I just had regular coolant (green) and it worked very well. I even got in a freeway accident that caused a complete loss of coolant on the spot. When I got it home I refilled and added another dose of Bars Leak and it actually worked again. As for that specific type of coolant you might have to contact Bars Leak or just see if it does. The alternative is mechanical repair $$$
221780
Fyi people, if your system is already overheating this isn't going to stop it! You need to open it up, clean it and inspect to ensure your internal fans still work.