Unique CPU Cooling Solutions Part 2

Remember last week's tests on 'alternative' thermal interface materials from our forum member gabrieltessin? If you don't, then I suggest you go and check them out. But if you do, then you'll be pleased to know that a whole new batch TIM substitutes have been through the testing process. Up this time are some more items you'd be more likely to find in an average sandwich than pulling duty (attempting) to keep your CPU cool, including mayonnaise, ranch dressing and easy cheese. Also included is that handyman's everytool and fixer of all life's problems, duct tape (will it uphold its honor?).

Once again, some of the results may prove surprising, with a few of the substitutes delivering acceptable temperatures. Longevity and the potential for bad odours continue to be a problem, and there are a few examples that are worse than using nothing at all, but I'm sure you'll still have fun reading through the full run down. It is also worth noting that OCC does not in any way suggest that the materials in either parts of this testing actually be used as serious alternatives for real TIM (unless you want a particularly hot / smelly / dead CPU) and cannot be held responsible for any consequences arising from the combination of groceries and computer hardware.

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tacohunter52 on May 19, 2009 09:31PM Just as good (If not better) as the last one. :D I for one hope there is a part 3 reply to this

slick2500 on May 19, 2009 11:00PM Dude that guy should defiantly do some reviews of the strange tech devices. reply to this

nickosha on May 20, 2009 11:59AM Haha, this definitely deserved to be on the front page. reply to this

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