Cooling ASIC Miners: What Works?

Is using an air conditioner safe for my ASIC miners? I have a few of them running and the heat is insane. Can't really move them outside or to a garage, so I'm stuck here. Anyone using AC for their setup?

Yeah that's pretty common in data centers. They usually rely on powerful air conditioners to keep things cool. Just remember though: 1) It’ll hike up your electric bill. 2) Most regular units aren’t meant for non-stop use, so be ready to replace it sooner. 3) Instead of just cooling the miners, consider cooling the room as a whole to get better results. 4) And don’t just trust the AC to keep your miners safe. Have a backup alert system in case it fails.

Right, but an AC alone won’t cut it. If it doesn’t vent out the heat properly, it’ll just warm up the room instead. You really need to get that hot air outside. Maybe set up some barriers if you can.

He could go for this model. It’s got a 21,000 BTU capacity, but it sure eats up about 2400 watts. Five ASICs will draw a lot of power. If he’s using something like 5 S17s, that's around 10 kW. So, this cooler might not even be enough.

2400 watts is a lot, man. I can’t afford that! I’m thinking of renovating the room and adding more windows, maybe that’ll help with airflow? I really appreciate the tips!

If 2400 watts is out of your budget, AC isn’t a feasible option. You’d need at least 18k BTUs just to keep a few S9s cool, which also uses a ton of energy. Underclocking your miners for now might be the best bet until the heat passes.

Yeah, ACs can get ridiculously pricey. Adding those windows is smart. Next summer, consider a portable cooler instead.

Adding windows is clever, but don’t forget about humidity. It can really mess with your hardware if you’re not careful.

Humidity isn’t really a big deal with ASICs since they’re enclosed. Unlike GPU rigs that have open cases, these should be fine.

No way, humidity can totally wreck your PSUs. ASICs might hold up better, but they aren’t invincible. Really, there are tons of stories here of hardware dying from too much moisture.

Exactly. Without proper coating, moisture can cause issues like short-circuiting. Dust isn’t great either. Keeps building up and can lead to problems.

True, dust and grime can cause micro shorts. A good clean with high-proof alcohol every few months is key, right? But with summer heat and humidity, it’s even more key.

Every three months sounds right, but really depends on your environment. And using the right alcohol matters! I prefer lacquer thinner because it cleans well and is cheaper than 99% isopropyl.

Sounds like you’ve got crazy prices. I get good quality 99% alcohol for about 6 euros a liter. Maybe it’s worth it if you’re maintaining multiple boards? I put air filters in front of my fans; it helps with dust.