MCW6002™ series Water Blocks

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Introduction The MCW6002™ waterblock is an extreme duty liquid cooling solution for high-end microprocessors. It only differs from the MCW6000™ by the outter diameter of its inlet and outlet, which are designed to receive 1/2" ID tubing. This solutions caters to users with high flow systems. Our engineering team focussed on optimizing five essential design features: performance, reliability, compatibility, convenience, and cost. This product line aims at providing the best value in the industry. Features & benefits Performance: Close to 2°C better than the previous 5000 & 5002 series The inlet is centrally located to focus the lowest temperature fluid over the hottest area. The precise location and diameter of the inlet are calculated to optimize flow velocity and turbulence, thus accelerating the convection heat transfer into the fluid. The waterblock base features a thin pin design (281 pins). This geometry maximizes the surface area exposed to the fluid, and promotes turbulent flow, both factors which also contribute to enhance the convection heat transfer, while exhibiting less overall flow restriction than competing designs (1). The inlet and outlet are 1/2" in diameter, allowing direct use of 1/2"" internal diameter tubing for extreme system flow rates. The block is an all C110 copper construction, to exploit the high thermal conductivity characteristics of this metal. Long term reliability: built to last "Monolithic" construction: the base and housing are brazed together, assuring long term integrity of the joint. The copper housing features an unlimited durability compared to acrylic tops used in competing technologies The all copper construction eliminates galvanic corrosion. 100% quality control at the assembly line level: each block is factory tested to 25 psi (1.7 bars) to guarantee zero defect. Compatibility and upgradeability: one size fits all The 2.5" x 2.5" form factor enables the same block to be used with all current microprocessors in the Desktop and Server markets, including upcoming products expected to be released by major OEM's within the next 12 months. The inlet and outlet are ridged to provide superior sealing with hose clamp fittings. In many cases, the same block can be reused with different classes of processors, by simply swapping retainer plates, thus reducing the cost of ownership. Convenience: "Plug-and-Play" installation The MCW6002™ attachment mechanism is plug-end-play and does not necessitate removal of the motherboard. Each retention system has been engineered to comply with OEM specifications, and optimize both safety and ease of use during installation. Cost: Exceptional value While the MCW6002™ product line can be regarded as "high end" from a performance standpoint, the design and manufacturing process are mass production oriented to foster economies of scale. This is accomplished without sacrificing the essential performance and quality features demanded by high-performance after-market and OEM users alike. Back to top

Compatibility & Retention mechanism At release time, there are three retention brackets available: For Intel® processors, the same bracket is used for both the Pentium® 4 (socket 478), and Xeon™ (socket 603/604) For Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors: For the AMD® K7 processor (socket 462): Duron®, Athlon® MP, and Athlon® XP, Sempron™ For the AMD® K8 processor (all current sockets): Athlon™ 64 & Opteron™ Conversion from one version to another is extremely simple, and only requires replacing the retention bracket. The MCW6002 water-block itself ships in two versions: a flat base, suitable for Intel® Pentium® 4 (socket 478), Xeon™ (socket 603/604), and AMD® "K8" Athlon™64 & Opteron (socket 754 & 939/940) generation processors, and a "stepped" base, suitable for Intel® Pentium® 4 (socket LGA 775), and AMD® "K7" Athlon™ XP, Sempron, MP & Duron™ (socket 462) class products. The "step" is necessary to provide clearance for Intel® LGA 775 and AMD® socket 462 "keep-out" areas. The following Matrix shows how the two water-blocks can be used in combination with different brackets to provide compatibility with various processors (same chart as the MCW6000): click on picture to enlarge Examples of Installations (shown below with the MCW6000 version) MCW6002-A™ for AMD® K7 (socket 462) processors Uses Swiftech's tried-and-true spring clips, which provide maximum safety to the exposed K7 core during installation MCW6002-64™ for AMD® K8 Athlon™64 & Opteron™ Uses two spring loaded screw bolting directly into & validated retention frame (plastic frame & backing plate sold separately) MCW6002-P™ for Intel® Pentium® 4 Snaps directly into the stock retention frame with 2 spring clips MCW6002-P™ for Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA 775 The MCW6000-775™ ships with Swiftech's proprietary spring loaded retention requiring motherboard removal for installation. The MCW6000-775 fully complies with LGA775 thermal & mechanical specifactions, and keep-out areas. Close-by capacitors are not an issue. MCW6002-PX™ for Intel® Xeon™ (400Mhz system bus) processors The MCW6000-PX™ ships with Swiftech's proprietary spring loaded screws (left) requiring motherboard removal for installation, but can also be used with Intel® validated retention clips (right), which do not require motherboard removal. MCW6002-NX™ for Intel® Xeon™ "Nocona" (800Mhz system bus) processors The MCW6002-NX™ is designed for Intel® Xeon™ processors with 800MHz system bus (mPGA socket 604), code named "Nocona". It uses Intel's validated CEK spring which provides tension to the assembly and is supplied by motherboard vendors. The water-block hold-down plate is the standard SP4 bracket, fitted with nylon spacers and socket screws to bolt down to the chassis (part # S604-N). The MCW6000-NX™ fully complies with socket 604 thermal & mechanical specifactions, and keep-out areas.

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Performance data Refined data is due for publication soon. Meanwhile, MCW6000 data curves may be used for indicative performance levels.

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MCW6002™ Specifications Housing: The copper housing is stamped, and brazed to the waterblock base. The surface is treated with protective coating to minimize surface discoloration over time. 1/2" inlet and outlet tubes are soldered to the housing. Inlet is optimized for optimum jet impingement effect. Each assembly is pressure tested to 25 psi (1.7 bars) Base: The base is a one piece copper forging made of C110 copper, featuring 281 thin pins. Two versions are shipped, in order to accommodate the various processor configurations: Flat base, for all Intel® and AMD® K8 processors. "Stepped base" for AMD® K7 generation processor. Exceptional quality and attention to details: the base is lapped flat to 0.0005", and polished to near-mirror finish to promote optimum thermal conductivity. Users are advised that while flatness is strictly respected for providing the most significant benefit to thermal interface, surface polish is a cosmetic component and may vary slightly from one heatsink to another. Re-lapping or polishing the copper base is never recommended. Dimensions (click on picture to enlarge): Weight: 11.6 oz (329 g. Back to top Fittings The MCW6002™ inlet and outlet tubes are specifically intended to be used with hose clamps (included with the waterblock): Back to top

MSRP & Parts Please consult your Swiftech distributor prior to ordering direct from us, or purchase the product factory direct here Intel® Solutions Part # Description Price MCW6002-P™ for Intel® Pentium® 4 Assembly including waterblock, SP4 bracket, hose clamps, installation guide $42.50 MCW6002-775™ for Intel® Pentium® 4 (socket LGA 775) Assembly including waterblock, S775 hold-down plate, hose clamps, installation guide $42.50 MCW6002-PX™ for Intel® Xeon™ Assembly including waterblock, SP4 hold-down plate, MCX603-VSR2 retention hardware, hose clamps, installation guide $45.00 MCW6002-NX™ for Intel® Xeon™ 800Mhz system bus "Nocona" Assembly including waterblock, SP4 hold-down plate, S604-N retention hardware, hose clamps, installation guide $42.50 AMD® Solutions MCW6002-A™ for AMD® K7, (socket 462) Duron®, Athlon® MP & XP, Sempron Assembly including waterblock, SK7 bracket kit, hose clamps, installation guide $42.50 MCW6002-64™ for AMD® K8, Athlon™ 64 & Opteron™ processors Assembly including waterblock, SK8 bracket kit, hose clamps, installation guide $45.00 Spare Parts For Intel® Part # SP4-Bckt Bare hold-down plate for Intel® Pentium® 4 (socket 478) and Xeon™ processors - add hardware below depending on CPU model. $5.00 part # SC478 Spring clips for Intel® Pentium® 4 processors (socket 478) - use in conjunction with SP4 hold-down plate $2.00 Part # MCX603-VSR2 Spring loaded screws retention hardware for Intel® Xeon™ processors (socket 603/604, 400 Mhz system bus) - use in conjunction with SP4 hold-down plate $3.95 Part #S604-N Retention hardware for Intel® Xeon™ "Nocona" processors (socket 604, 800Mhz system bus) - use in conjunction with SP4 hold-down plate $2.00 Part # S775-kit Hold-down plate & retention hardware for Intel® Pentium® 4 (socket LGA 775) processors $10.00 For AMD® Part # SK7-Kit Hold-down plate assembly for AMD® K7class processors, including 3-T clip spring assemblies. Use this assembly if you own an MCW6000™ for Intel® processors, and want to switch to an AMD® K7 class processor (socket 462), such as Duron®, Athlon® MP or XP, Sempron $10.00 Part # SK8-kit Hold-down plate for AMD® K8 class processors, such as Athlon® 64 and Opteron®, including screw-spring assemblies $10.00 Part # AJ00172 Backing plate and frame for AMD® K8 class processors: Because a majority of motherboard manufacturers already include the retention frame and backing plate with their offerings, and in an effort to spare this cost to the majority of users, Swiftech does not include these items with the MCW6000-64™ waterblock. $4.67

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Notes: (1) data source: top 6 water-blocks on www.overclockers.com comparative chart