Modding Cafe’s CPU cooling block concept conceals tubing for a cleaner build

Roman “der8auer” Hartung has recently shown off a new prototype CPU waterblock, featuring a simple yet revolutionary design concept that conceals the cooler's tubing, offering a clean and sleek appearance on the front side of the motherboard like no other liquid cooling system.

As seen in der8auer's video, the brilliance of this design lies in its two-part structure. One part of the waterblock covers the CPU on the front side of the motherboard, while the other acts as a reservoir and tube connector on the backside. This innovative approach not only enhances aesthetics but also adds a touch of uniqueness to the setup.

To demonstrate how the cooler is mounted, the overclocker used a Gigabyte Aorus B650E motherboard. While the custom waterblock is expected to fit most AM5 motherboard designs, it encountered a minor limitation with this board due to the M.2 heatsink. However, it's essential to note that this waterblock project was specifically created for Computex and is not meant to be a commercial product. The overclocker also paired the cooler with a Ryzen 9 7950X to see how it would perform. However, as mentioned by der8auer, it was using a not-so-good Bitspower cold plate that was negatively affecting the cooler's performance.

One aspect to consider with this design is the backside of the waterblock. The size of the secondary part might lead to compatibility issues with standard PC cases, potentially causing the block to not fit within the closed case. One possible solution to this problem would be to use dual-chamber cases with a sizable cutout behind the motherboard. Alternatively, a custom chassis tailored to accommodate this unique waterblock setup could also be designed, but that might be too much.

Currently, der8auer is seeking suggestions to enhance the cooler's design, particularly to create a slimmer backside block that would improve compatibility with a wider range of PC cases. Despite the limitations, there is a strong sense of optimism that, with the collaboration of motherboard and chassis manufacturers, this concept could transform into a commercially available product in the not-so-distant future.

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KitGuru says: If this waterblock was available for purchase, would you consider using it on a custom water loop?

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