Hey everyone! I'm planning my first custom loop and would love some advice on component selection and routing. Should I go for a single or dual reservoir setup? Any recommendations for reliable fittings and a safe coolant mix?
Best Practices for Custom Water Cooling Loops
For a beginner, I’d stick with a single reservoir like the EK‑WB‑RG10. It’s compact and easy to fill. Use push‑type fittings (e.g., EK‑VF‑2.5) for reliability. As for coolant, a 50/50 mix of distilled water and pre‑mixed glycerin‑based coolant works great and reduces corrosion.
If you have space, a dual reservoir (one for coolant and one for a pump) can help maintain flow consistency and make maintenance easier. For fittings, I prefer compression fittings (e.g., Bitspower 10‑1/4) for a tighter seal, especially on high‑pressure sections.