Condensation normally occurs when warm, moist air hits a cold surface.  It
shouldn't be a problem with cold, dry air hitting a warm surface.

David Gillett


On 28 Sep 2004 at 14:07, Al Thompson wrote:

> Fellow Listers,
>
> I have a somewhat unique idea for cooling my machine, and I'd appreciate some opinions on the pros and cons of it.
>
> I live in Canada, beside Alaska, and it's considered arid here - very dry. During the winter it gets down to -40*c
> for 3-4 weeks, but the rest of the time it's a balmy -20*c!
>
> My unit is in an enclosed PC desk, and I have an 8" fan sucking warm air out the top at the back. I should mention
> I have the metal sides of the case removed. I thought this was sufficient cooling, but having the unit enclosed
> seems to create excess heat. After a couple hours, my 'graphically-demanding' games start to slow down and get
> jerky.
>
> Now here's what I'm thinking - why not take advantage of all that cold air outside? Is there a good reason why I
> should not run a 4" metal dryer duct thru the wall into the enclosed part of the desk where the tower is? At this
> point I'm thinking condensation will come into play - it seems to me that frigid air might actually create frost in
> the case, or worse, on the Mobo.
>
> So what do you all think - is this just crazy talk? I'll really be looking forward to your replies on this possibly
> insane idea!
>
> Cheers,
>
> Al Thompson
>
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