Vedelikkülmutus

Vedelikkülmutus, also known as liquid cooling, is a method of transferring heat away from electronic components using a liquid as the coolant. This contrasts with traditional air cooling, which relies on air to dissipate heat. In a liquid cooling system, a pump circulates a specialized coolant, often a mixture of water and additives, through a closed loop. The coolant flows through a heat exchanger, typically called a water block, which is mounted directly onto heat-generating components like a CPU or GPU. As the coolant passes through the water block, it absorbs heat from the component. The heated coolant then travels to a radiator, where it is cooled by air, usually with the assistance of fans. Once cooled, the liquid returns to the pump and circulates back to the water block, continuing the cooling cycle. This process is generally more efficient than air cooling, allowing for lower operating temperatures, quieter operation due to fewer or slower fans, and potentially higher performance from overclocked components. However, liquid cooling systems are typically more complex and expensive than air coolers and carry a small risk of leakage, which could damage sensitive electronics.