Results 1 to 7 of 7
  1. #1
    moswald's Avatar
    moswald Guest

    Phase change project - need advice.



    Hello,

    I am currently using a phase change CPU cooling system.

    My current compressor and condenser is good for about 250 watts.

    I am upgrading CPU's to a setup that will require upwards of 500 watts of cooling (possibly more).

    I also want to run a 220v-240v compressor for power consumption reasons.

    I was thinking about this setup:

    Danfoss SC12G
    A new 17" x 16" condenser and 12v fan from a BMW e36.

    I figure my condenser should be able to shed up to 1500 watts.

    This compressor says r143a, but is there a better choice?

    Am I on the right track?

    Suggestions?

    Thanks!



  2. #2
    Brian_UK's Avatar
    Brian_UK is offline Moderator I am starting to push the Mods: of RE Site Moderator : and general nice guy
    Join Date
    Mar 2001
    Location
    Dorset
    Age
    76
    Posts
    11,192
    Rep Power
    60

    Re: Phase change project - need advice.

    Correction if I may, the compressor is rated for R134a and -35°C evaporating temperature.

    Don't forget to keep the compressor in the inlet side of the condenser fan and to pipe up the oil cooling circuit.
    Brian - Newton Abbot, Devon, UK
    Retired March 2015

  3. #3
    Join Date
    May 2010
    Location
    uk
    Age
    66
    Posts
    7
    Rep Power
    0

    Re: Phase change project - need advice.

    What cpu are you going to use that puts out 500w ?
    Most peeps when building for 300w+ would be charging with r507 when using in a single stage. It runs at high pressure though, so care needs to be taken.

  4. #4
    Join Date
    Jul 2010
    Location
    usa
    Age
    40
    Posts
    16
    Rep Power
    0

    Re: Phase change project - need advice.

    your thinking is really great and thanks for your post

  5. #5
    Join Date
    Aug 2001
    Location
    Sweden
    Age
    62
    Posts
    47
    Rep Power
    0

    Re: Phase change project - need advice.

    Will you dump 1500W of heat inside your office? Dont you think a outdoor unit will be better.. at least for summer use?

  6. #6
    Belgian_Brewer's Avatar
    Belgian_Brewer Guest

    Re: Phase change project - need advice.

    wow... what a thought, a separate condenser sitting outside, right next to the house AC, just for the computer.

  7. #7
    Belgian_Brewer's Avatar
    Belgian_Brewer Guest

    Re: Phase change project - need advice.

    also, 134a is the only refrigerant you can get without an EPA license.

Similar Threads

  1. Three phase motors (project)
    By zeevalentino in forum Electrical
    Replies: 4
    Last Post: 10-03-2010, 04:16 AM
  2. Capillary Tube Characteristics
    By Chef in forum Fundamentals
    Replies: 9
    Last Post: 10-03-2009, 02:03 PM
  3. Career Change Advice. R&D to Installation.
    By artie fufkin in forum Training
    Replies: 1
    Last Post: 31-08-2008, 06:45 PM
  4. CO2 phase change video
    By US Iceman in forum CO2
    Replies: 29
    Last Post: 12-04-2008, 12:52 PM
  5. SR2 50 models electric SBY diagonostics made simple
    By absolute-zero in forum Transport
    Replies: 5
    Last Post: 04-01-2008, 06:11 PM

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •