I am getting h100i v2 and i would like to know the best way to clean the radiators.

I would be mounting the radiator at the top.

I would be using the push configuration ( Fans > Radiator > Case ). Or Pull configuration ?

My case is 690 III.


I read some forums, some says use dish liquid and soak in and then rinse it well with water.

> Some use Air compressor cans ( I find it hard to obtain around my area )

> Some use Blower

> Some use Vacuum and Soft Bristle Brush ( paint brush )


I am thinking the vacuum and soft bristle brush method as i can do the cleaning more easily

I am aware that the vacuum must not touch the radiator fins as it's very soft and could damage easily.
Bush should not be a problem right?

I cannot see dust build up like chunk of dust as i have filters and even 2 weeks didn't clean my pc, i can see only fine dust in the case. kind of powder like. brush easily remove them.


Thanks!

First time into AIO Cooling.

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114 views lol. Everyone shy is it ?

A lot of people just read that's why. If you asked me I just use old toothbrush and blow excess with my mouth. The radiator fins on my Seidon is very fragile even strong brush could damage it. It's up to you to do what to your radiator, you worry too much.

Oh.... okay. Thanks...

yea, it's my first time anyway

You can try the Systema toothbrush, they are 0.2 mm , quite soft.

After 2 years mine are still ok without dust. I think i will just take them outside, use toothbrush to brush the dust off, then spray them with water hehe

I just use paint brush.

oh yes, my H100i v2 have arrived.

I noticed only have 1 bent fin, and should i worry about corrosion, rust ( if it would ) etc?

Temperatures at Idle is 35 and 30 at air cond.

This post has been edited by StuartLee2015: Apr 28 2016, 12:19 AM


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Need not worry. Fins are easily bent.

Oh.. okay thanks.

Here.

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you can even run it under a pressurised water hose, but ofc dusting it from most of the dust first

never had AIO rads to clean before, but i did clean something similarly dense ie dust filters

i just use a makeshift air pump then dust it, then only rinse it inside a pail of water