Alphacool Repack Reservoir Rev.2, Dual 5.25" Bay

The Alphacool Repack Dual Bayres 5.25" - Rev.2 is a bay reservoir for the front of a case that needs two vacant 5.25" drive bays. It has four threaded openings, two G1/4 and two 3/8 inch, and measures 91 x 148 x 84 mm. The one bay version is the Repack Single Bayres.

Properties

• Bays: Two 5.25" drive bays
• Ports: 2x G1/4 and 2x 3/8 inch
• Size (L x W x H): 91 x 148 x 84 mm
• Material: Acrylic glass (Plexiglas), acetal, brass
• Color: Transparent/black/copper
• Lighting: Openings for 6x 5 mm LEDs, holder for a 10 cm cathode

Where it comes from

This reservoir is based on the development of the Alphacool Repack Dual 5.25 Bay Station and brings that unit's advantages to the table: easy mounting, compact dimensions and an appealing design. Alphacool says all of these features and many more are implemented in it, and that revision 2 is its second round. But Alphacool would not be Alphacool, it adds, if this new product did not also have some extremely interesting new features which were not available until now.

Mounting and ports

The reservoir is designed for installation in the front of an enclosure, where two vacant 5.25" drive bays are needed. By default the connection of inlet and outlet is achieved via the G1/4 threaded openings. Additionally Alphacool offers the possibility to use the two 3/8 inch threads, which it gives as the way to reduced flow resistance. Of course all four openings can be used parallel as well, e.g. to allow the installation of a second cooling loop.

What the loop needs

One loop uses an inlet and an outlet, so it takes two fittings, and the box has two 3/8 inch screw plugs for the 3/8 inch openings. Fittings, LEDs and the cathode are not part of the extent of delivery. Check the dimensions in the technical specifications against your case before ordering.

Technical data

• Material: Acrylic glass (Plexiglas)/acetal, brass
• Color: transparent/black/copper
• Connection threads: 2x G1/4 and 2x 3/8 inch
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 91 x 148 x 84 mm
• Holder for cathode: Mount for 10 cm CCFL
• Opening for LEDs: Pre-drilled holes for 6x 5 mm LEDs
• ROHS: Conforms with ROHS

Notes

• Alphacool warns that, with the large selection of cases, problems can arise when inserting the reservoir. The dimensions were chosen so that the front seals completely, and Alphacool says it can only be installed with modifications to the interior.
• A carrier film covers the copper-colored logo. Peel it off to make the copper shine.
• Alphacool has found manufacturing tolerances of up to 0.3 mm on cathodes, even from the same packaging, so a cathode may not fit the clamping opening right away. A few strokes of sandpaper over the edge correct that.
• Alphacool points out that other coolants often contain alcohols or other aggressive components as inhibitors that attack the acetal. It asks for its own Kelvin Catcher coolant and accepts no liability for damage from other coolants.
• Use only clear, transparent water cooling fluids. Alphacool warns that the particles and additives in pastel liquids can clog and permanently damage radiators, pumps, coolers and hoses, which can void the manufacturer's warranty.

In the box

• 1x Repack Dual Bayres 5.25" - Rev.2
• 6x Mounting screws
• 2x 3/8" screw plugs
• Allen key