Aquacomputer ULTITUBE D5 100 PRO LEAKSHIELD Reservoir with D5 NEXT Pump Pump Reservoir Combo, G1/4, 230 mL, Borosilicate Glass, Black (34140)

The Aquacomputer ULTITUBE D5 100 PRO LEAKSHIELD Reservoir with D5 NEXT Pump (34140) is a tube reservoir of approx. 230 ml with a D5 NEXT pump installed directly in its base, combined with a LEAKSHIELD leak prevention system. It comes as a combination consisting of expansion tank and leakshield, with G1/4 connection threads, a 65 mm borosilicate glass tube 100 mm long and an RGBpx LED ring.

Properties

• Pump: D5 NEXT, built in, SATA power, USB 2.0
• Capacity: approx. 230 ml
• Connection threads: G1/4
• Leak protection: LEAKSHIELD, max. -450 mbar negative pressure
• Lighting: RGBpx LED ring, 13 addressable LEDs
• Dimensions: approx. 72 x 77 x 227 mm with pump and LEAKSHIELD

What the loop needs

The pump takes a SATA power plug from the PC's power supply unit. Each unit has its own internal USB cable (two are in the box): the D5 NEXT needs USB only for data, while the LEAKSHIELD draws its 5 V supply from USB. Connect the return line to the connector engraved "IN" and the other line to the remaining one, using light force only on the plastic threads. Fittings are not part of the scope of delivery: order suitable G1/4 ones. A flow sensor such as the high flow 2 (53292) can go on the fan output.

The LEAKSHIELD only works if the maximum pump pressure in the system is less than 450 mbar, which is the case for almost all systems with one pump; with more pumps, measure it. All components must withstand the negative pressure permanently, which applies to Aqua Computer products without exceptions. Parts from other suppliers have to be checked first. As a broad rule, PVC tubing needs an outer diameter of at least 1.5 times its inner diameter, PUR tubing about 1.2 times, and hardtubes are generally suitable. Only coolants of the Double Protect Ultra (DP Ultra) series are approved, and at least 100 ml of air should stay in the reservoir.

Mounting material for upright standing installation, for example to the bottom of the case, or lateral installation to a side/rear panel is included, with four soft rubber buffers for decoupling. Standing is preferred for stability, and the reservoir can stand directly on the pump; for additional stabilization Aquacomputer recommends the D5 NEXT bracket (34111). For a 120 mm fan mounting position, the fan bracket (34112) is sold separately. The next tube length up is the ULTITUBE D5 150 PRO LEAKSHIELD (34141).

Notes

• Never use coolants containing solid micro particles: they damage the D5 pump bearing, may destroy the borosilicate glass tube and can clog or even destroy the LEAKSHIELD membrane. Never use coolants with flammable substances.
• Never touch the membrane on the bottom side of the LEAKSHIELD; a damaged membrane lets moisture in and can make the unit fail.
• To keep the LEAKSHIELD running while the PC is in standby, set the USB port in the BIOS so its power supply stays on, or use an external USB power supply.
• The display orientation changes only by rotating the whole pump: drain the coolant completely and remove the controller unit before loosening the mounting ring.
• Never let the pump run dry.

In the box

• One reservoir with integrated pump
• RGBpx compatible LED ring
• RGBpx cable, length 50 cm
• Rubber fixation ring with stainless steel insert
• Two internal USB cables, length approx. 100 cm
• Mounting material
• Four soft rubber buffers for decoupling