Which is better for tubing, copper or aluminum?

[ntauzin]

Should I use copper or aluminum tubing for a water-cooled CPU?

Does it matter? Is one metal better than the other at thermal dissipation?

Thanks-

 

[Kelvrick]

Don't most people use plastic tubing? I think that'll be A LOT easier considering its flexible. I haven't seen anyone use metal tubing yet.

 

[2Cool]

Copper is your best option, as it is less brittle, a bit more corrosion resistant, and easier to solder (if you need to) than aluminum.

I have seen a few hardlined water cooling systems, makes for a clean install, but you do lose flexibility.

 

[Strafe]

Whatever you do, don't mix metals. If you're using copper waterblocks, use copper tubing. Mixing = corrosion.

 

[RagManX]

Connect all your components with silicone tubing. Use the same metal for all components (all copper or all aluminum).

RagManX

 

[greg]

Use silicone. Why? Heat dissipation is good, but let it dissipate OUTSIDE of the case, not inside where you are trying ot keep cool.