How to design a CPU Cooler attached on an Aluminum Panel?

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The discussion focuses on designing a CPU cooler attachment for an aluminum panel, specifically using the Cooler Master Hyper T4. It highlights that standard dimensions for CPU cooler installations vary significantly across different CPU manufacturers and part numbers. While manufacturers may provide detail drawings, they are not always reliable. Users are advised to refer to the Cooler Master data sheet for specific dimensions and to consider common factors when selecting coolers, as variations in mounting details and airflow can occur even within the same brand.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of CPU cooler types and specifications
  • Familiarity with aluminum panel design and fabrication
  • Knowledge of thermal transfer principles
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and data sheets
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  • Review the Cooler Master Hyper T4 data sheet for installation specifics
  • Research standard mounting dimensions for AMD AM1 and FM1 CPUs
  • Explore thermal transfer requirements for effective CPU cooling
  • Investigate variations in CPU cooler designs across different manufacturers
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This discussion is beneficial for hardware engineers, PC builders, and anyone involved in custom cooling solutions for CPUs, particularly those working with aluminum panel designs.

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How to design CPU Cooler attached on Aluminum Panel ?
Im now drawing sheet metal blueprints, which has a feature like attachable of Commonly use of CPU Cooler.
The product that i want to attach is Cooler master Hyper T4.
is there any information about standard dimension for regular cpu cooler installation ?
 
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Mason_Jays said:
Summary:: How to design CPU Cooler attached on Aluminum Panel ?

is there any information about standard dimension for regular cpu cooler installation ?
No. It varies with each CPU manufacturer and each CPU part number.

The cooler mfg. may have detail drawings available, but don't count on it.
The CPU mfg. often has drawings showing size and shape of the heat transfer area and the amount of force needed for adequate heat transfer, along with flatness requirements.

Even the CPU cooling fans, same brand, same part No., may have different mounting details and even reversed air flows.

It's the Wild West out there!

Good luck.

Cheers,
Tom
 
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Tom.G said:
No. It varies with each CPU manufacturer and each CPU part number.

The cooler mfg. may have detail drawings available, but don't count on it.
The CPU mfg. often has drawings showing size and shape of the heat transfer area and the amount of force needed for adequate heat transfer, along with flatness requirements.

Even the CPU cooling fans, same brand, same part No., may have different mounting details and even reversed air flows.

It's the Wild West out there!

Good luck.

Cheers,
Tom

Really thanks for your great answer,
Thanks, yeah wild west here
 
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Coolers will change. You will need to purchase a selection and look for common factors.
I think the best you will get is the Cooler Master data sheet;
https://www.coolermaster.com/catalog/coolers/cpu-air-coolers/hyper-t4/
 
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Baluncore said:
Coolers will change. You will need to purchase a selection and look for common factors.
I think the best you will get is the Cooler Master data sheet;
https://www.coolermaster.com/catalog/coolers/cpu-air-coolers/hyper-t4/

Thanks for reply!
i noticed CPU cooler is attachable with each brands of cpu manufacturers standards
Like AMD AM1 FM1
and almost all of this was has 75x75mm length ..
so I'm trying to attach it together now
 

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