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Re:Peltier vs. compressor-based cooling (2019) by ezconnect on Saturday September 17, 2022 @06:18AM (#32876329)
That's interesting, why is it not being used by PC enthusiast. I haven't seen one incorporated as a PC cooling system.
Re:Peltier vs. compressor-based cooling (2019) by hinoki on Saturday September 17, 2022 @09:10AM (#32877252)
Both peltiers (look for thermoelectric coolers on Amazon/Newegg) and phase change coolers are used by PC enthusiasts, but it’s not that common because regular liquid cooling is good enough for everyday use, and you don’t need to waterproof everything to protect against condensation when the cooler gets below the dew point. Not to mention mould...

People trying to break over clocking records just use liquid nitrogen: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=WwJvHJ1hyto

Re:Peltier vs. compressor-based cooling (2019) by bawana on Saturday September 17, 2022 @07:37AM (#32876671)
Cooling below the dew point results in condensation. Moisture on a circuit board is bad
Re:Peltier vs. compressor-based cooling (2019) by hinoki on Saturday September 17, 2022 @09:14AM (#32877276)
Inconvenience is no obstacle to over-clocking.

> Vaseline is popular as it is a fairly easy application and can usually be removed by running the motherboard through a cycle in the dishwasher.

https://www.icc-usa.com/prepping-a-system-for-subzero-overcl...