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I think it would be easier to figure it all out if you did post a drawing. ![]() I have to say from the onset I don't think covering the fins on the orb is a good idea. I would just duct the air to the top where the HSF can circulate the air the way it was ment to. You will find there are not many supporters of the Orb here. Most will tell you to get something / anything other than an Orb to start. I'll have to admit I do agree with them. Get us a drawing up and we will give it a look see. ![]()
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I have played with similar setups in the past. I usually will build the ducting out of thin cardboard first to see if the results are worth the effort. Getting cool air to the HSF can be nothing but good in my book. I question the effectiveness of the exhaust duct though. As opposed to trying to directly pull the air from the HSF it may be wise to just try and exhaust the general air from the whole area. Maybe from above it as heat does rise. Maybe even a shroud around the HSF would do some good. Now that you have me thinking I may have to try the shroud idea myself. ![]()
__________________ Then, as it was, then again it will be Though the course may change, rivers will always reach the sea. ---------------------------------------------- |
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what do you mean by shroud? i think thats what i'm thinking of... my idea is to use the end of the intake as a sort of shroud around the fins with holes on either side of the shroud to vent hot air (after passing over the fins) one of the holes is connected to an 80mm exhaust fan the other is to push a little air over my poor hot chipset (the shroud shouldnt touch the fins either i plan on using tacks to hold it about 5mm off the fins) or do mean the air wouldnt be able to move both so far and in such a tight space around the fins to get out of the case? |
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Just make sure NOT to short out your system ![]() |
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Ya know i have this shroud that i ripped off a gateway system- 120mm side intake to a alluminum heatsync- like a gorb- worked great- gotta find it- Spyder |
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