Pump & reservoir Alphacool 13297 — Nylon and PMMA construction, Black, 82×102×85 mm

Alphacool 13297 is a compact combined pump and reservoir unit designed for custom PC liquid cooling loops. Built from durable nylon and PMMA (polymethylmethacrylate) with a black finish, the unit measures 82×102×85 mm and integrates pump and coolant storage in a single housing. The design positions the pump in the bottom section beneath a metal plate to reduce vibrations and increase mechanical stability. Multiple connection ports and mounting options make this pump & reservoir suitable for a variety of desktop cooling configurations.

Advantages

The unit combines pump and reservoir functions in a compact footprint that fits many computer cases. The use of sturdy nylon for the transparent reservoir area improves impact resistance compared with standard acrylic, while the soft-touch metal-bottom design helps dampen vibrations. Multiple threaded ports on the top and cap provide flexible plumbing and filling options, and integrated locations for 5 mm LEDs allow simple lighting integration.

Suitable for

• Custom PC water-cooling loops for desktop systems
• Small-form-factor builds where space is limited
• Configurations requiring reduced vibration transfer and quieter operation
• Setups that need convenient filling and optional lighting integration

Key specifications

• Type: Combined pump and reservoir unit
• Materials: Nylon (transparent reservoir portion), PMMA and metal base with soft-touch finish
• Colour: Black
• Dimensions (W×D×H): 82×102×85 mm
• Top and cap connections: multiple threaded ports including G1/4 and G3/8 options for inlet/outlet and filling
• Pump placement: installed in the bottom compartment beneath a metal plate for vibration damping
• Lighting options: reserved 5 mm LED positions in cap and bottom for illumination

How to use

Install the Alphacool 13297 into your case using the appropriate mounting method for your layout: screw it into a 2.5" SSD bracket, fit it in a 3.5" bay, or secure it with the supplied Velcro fastener. The unit supports vertical or horizontal mounting. Connect tubing to the top inlet and outlet G1/4 threaded ports and use the larger G3/8 port in the cap for easier filling. Secure the pump power according to your pump model requirements and prime the loop following standard PC water-cooling procedures to remove air. Verify tightness of all fittings before powering the system.

Usage recommendations

For quieter operation and reduced vibration transfer, use the supplied decoupling screws when mounting to a metal bay or bracket. When filling and bleeding the system, use the larger G3/8 filling port for faster fill and consider the dedicated LED locations if visual monitoring of coolant level or lighting is required.