copper heatsinks

I have some of the copper heatpipe with aluminum fins, but I have torn all the fans off them (as I was intending on turning them in as aluminum)...do you think that by doing that, it destroyed their value?



I do have some of the others as well, so guess I am adding more work to my to do list lol.

Originally Posted by GeorgeB

I have some of the copper heatpipe with aluminum fins, but I have torn all the fans off them (as I was intending on turning them in as aluminum)...do you think that by doing that, it destroyed their value?

I do have some of the others as well, so guess I am adding more work to my to do list lol.

There is usually an x or h shaped clamp that holds them to the motherboard, there is also a piece on the bottom of the motherboard that goes with them. It is best if you remove all of it from the motherboard and then completely reassemble it. Then you will have a complete heatsink/fan that has all of the parts needed for installation. Just in case the buyer dosent have all of the parts.

this is a pair of ones that i got in on scrap boards, these are complete with fans and clamps:
Copper Heatpipe Heat Sink Fan Combo for SKT Socket 775 Motherboard CPUs | eBay