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Why is it necessary to unplug the CPU heat sink fan, case fan(s) and turn off liquid pumps (water cooled systems) before reflow?

April 26, 2017Case CPU fan heat liquid necessary s sink turn unplug

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Why is it necessary to unplug the CPU heat sink fan, case fan(s) and turn off liquid pumps (water cooled systems) before reflow?

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In order to drive up the core temperatures (to the minimum required temperature) to ensure proper reflow, all sources of thermal convection (air or water flow) must be temporarily disconnected.