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Old 08-10-2008, 05:55 AM   #35 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by donee View Post
Hi All,

As far as Aluminum not being tough enough, there are Aluminum/Copper alloys that would probably be appropriate. Alloy 2024 sticks in my mind, but that may not be correct. The copper would enhance thermal conductivity, too. Compared to some of the silicon alloys (6063) is harder and tougher.
That brings another question into my mind... do they sell copper radiators? Aluminum is not nearly as efficient as copper for heat transfer....
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