EK-Supreme LTX UNI CSQ 2013 CPU Cooler

With the Supreme LTX, EK has a copper based cooler in its portfolio which offers decent cooling performance at a competitive price point. The latter is being achieved by using a cost optimized manufacturing process. Furthermore the LTX is the successor of EK's Supreme LT cooler, which was originally launched back in 2007. Compared to the predecessor the Supreme LTX features an improved flow rate as well better cooling performance. The cooler comes with no less than 46 very thin channels through which the water is being "shot". Those fin channels provide a maximized cooling area for a more efficient heat transfert. A closer look at the base plate shows that the surface has been perfectly lapped.

EK-CoolStream RAD XT 360 Millimeter

Like with the EK-Supreme LTX, the EK-CoolStream RAD XT is a product that features a reasonable price performance ratio. A closer look at the radiator shows that it has been perfectly manufactured and it has been made from copper entirely and it weights no less then 1.35 kilogram. In total this radiator is going to swallow 310 milliliter of coolant. Regarding the fin design EK has made ensure that low rpm fans are able to push or pull air through. Concerning the water channels EK promises, that there should be minimum flow resistance.
This 47 millimeter thick radiator offers space for up to six fans. To mount them you find 24 M3 screw threads. Fans can be installed on either side of the radiator and EK recommends to use a push setup. During our measurements we found that push is indeed the more efficient setup when testing push and pull.
Searching for connection threads, where you tighten the compression fittings to, which are included in delivery, you find G1/4 inch threads. They are compatible to virtually all available fittings.

Bundle

• 1x EK-CoolStream RAD XT (360) Radiator
• 12x M3 x 30mm DIN965 screws
• 12x M3 x 35mm DIN965 screws

Page 1 - Introduction	Page 6 - Test Setup
Page 2 - Bundle	Page 7 - Results 12 volt
Page 3 - CPU Block / Radiator	Page 8 - Results 7 volt
Page 4 - Pump / Tubing / Fittings / Fans	Page 9 - Conclusion
Page 5 - Installation

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