Instant visualization of coolant level, cool factor: Fits in two 5 1/4" Bays with or without the pump(s) installed     The image to the left shows the Maelstrom bay reservoir filled with various coolant colors.

Versatility, upgradability, extreme performance capability: Modular design     The Maelstrom operates either in standalone mode, or with one or two built-in Swiftech MCP35x series pumps (MCP350, 355, or PWM controlled 35X) using an MCP35X-H (for single pump) or an MCP35X2-H (for dual pump) housing - All options are factory pre-installed.

Instant visualization of critical temperature data (*see notes below) Coolant temperature display (in degrees Celsius)	Precise coolant level monitoring   Graduated level	Convenience & safety: Easy filling, no spills Extra large fill-port opening with finger-grip ribs on the chrome plated brass cap
Reliable operations Anti-vortex/anti-bubbles system   A tube surrounding the pump inlet features various size openings in its wall and prevents the formation of a vortex, and air entrainment in the loop An open-cell sponge further traps micro-bubbles before their can re-enter the inlet	Performance, versatile loop configuration Up to 3 return lines can be installed for loop parallelization.   Shown here with 3/4" compression fittings to illustrate compatibility	Cosmetic appeal: elegant and robust   Solid black-anodized aluminum face-plate with robust brass inserts for invisible fixation
Cosmetic appeal: light up the coolant, cool factor Two pre-drilled holes for installing 3mm diodes  (1 UV-LED is included)	Compatibility with all existing G1/4 fittings (compression, etc..)       G1/4 port standard	Included 1/2" hose barbs & hose clamps     Bonus: reduced cost of ownership (not included by our competitors)

 

* Notes regarding coolant temperature data:

When assessing various component temperatures in a conventional (non-refrigerated) liquid cooling system, ambient air is the primary baseline from which everything else derives, i.e. no heat-generating component can ever be cooler than, or equal to ambient. The second temperature data that can also be considered as a baseline is the coolant temperature: it reflects the sum of the ambient air temperature plus the temperature resulting from the component(s) heat load multiplied by the thermal resistance factor (in layman terms the heat dissipation efficiency) of the entire loop.

Thus, monitoring the coolant temperature in a liquid cooling system is essential at two levels: 1/ as an absolute value, you can monitor the cooling system health and be visually alerted of potential issues (overheating), and 2/ as a relative value compared to that of the ambient air, it provides a meaningful indicator of the system thermal performance and in particular its ability to dissipate the heat generated by the components under load. In this respect, the following table may provide a general guideline to assess the thermal performance of your liquid cooling system; please note that audible noise considerations will dramatically affect the qualifiers listed below. In effect, the lower the noise requirements are relative to the heat load, and the higher the thermal efficiency demand will be placed upon the system.

Coolant Temperature Minus Ambient Air temperature	System qualification
Less than 5°C	Extreme system
Comprised between 5°C and 10°C	Extreme to High-end system
Comprised between 10°C and 20°C	High-end to Mid-range system
Comprised between 20°C and 30°C	Mid-range to Entry-level system