Good cooling setup for TBird 1Ghz

[slvrbullet]

I wasn't sure if I should post this in the Cases/Cooling section or this one. I decided here. I am in the process of building a new system using a 1 Ghz Tbird as a processor. The processor is a retail version. What would be a good cooling set up for this processor. My case will be running two 80mm intake to two 80mm exhaust fans. Any advice would be helpful.

 

[Renob]

How high are you going to overclock???? I use alphas pal6035 and do do some nice OCs I think that will keep you cool to 1200 but dont get the weak 23cfm fan get at least the 27cfm

 

[SmackdownHotel]

The Alphas are good, so are the FOP 32/38. A cost-effective solution is the SuperOrb, which costs about half the price of the Alpha 6035 and cools just as well (check out a SuperOrb review here). The absolute best is perhaps the Hedgehog, but it costs about $50.

My advice: Go with either the Alpha or the FOP 38.

 

[Antisocial Virge]

Got a Alpha on my Blue core. Seems to work fine.

 

[slvrbullet]

Are you guys also using a copper spacer to help stabilize the heatsink and conduct heat? Where is a good place to buy both of these components. I need to order them soon they are here when the rest of my components arrive. By the way, thank you for your recommendations.

 

[atomicbomberman]

wow, superorb is that good?

 

[Mikewarrior2]

The SuperOrb may have readings that are "equal" to alpha's, but that does not mean core temp is the same as an alpha's.

Socket A temps, Inaccuracy and Comparison Issues

Mike

 

[slvrbullet]

Thanks for all your help. I decided on a Globalwin FOP 38. I will be using Artic Silver thermal grease and a copper shim for the Solot A processors. Thanks again.