First Watercooling Loop

Recommended cost no object loop

We would recommend starting off with a CPU only loop, but making it capable of adding GPUs to later:

Case: CaseLabs SM8
Radiator: Alphacool UT60 480
Radiator Fans: 8 * Gentle Typhoon AP-15
Pump: MCP655-PWM
Pump Top: EK D5 Top
Reservoir: EK X3 250
CPU Block: Koolance CPU-380i
Tubing: Primochill Advanced LRT Clear 3/8″ ID x 5/8″ OD
Fittings: Compression Fittings 3/8″ ID x 5/8″ OD
Quick Disconnects: Koolance QD3
Coolant: Steam Distilled Water
Additive: IandH Deadwater Copper Sulfate
Safety and fan control: AquaComputer Aquero 6 + MPS400 + 2 in-line temperature sensors

Now this is not a cheap setup and if you are on a budget I’d look into the Swiftech H220x or H320x once it’s relased or the XSPC Photon D5 360 kit. Both have parts that you might want to replace fairly quickly, but they are still a good start and have decent main components, e.g. cpu block, pump and radiator.

That’s all for now – please leave questions in the comments!