Upgrade kit for ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III / Freezer 36 — Intel LGA 1200 & 115x mounting hardware

Upgrade kit for ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III / Freezer 36 provides the mounting hardware required to install the AIO liquid cooler on Intel LGA 1200 and 115x sockets. This kit adapts existing coolers to the supported Intel CPU platforms, enabling correct alignment, secure fastening, and consistent contact pressure between the cold plate and the CPU heat spreader. The parts are intended to integrate with the original cooler backplate and pump assembly to restore or extend compatibility with current Intel mainstream desktop sockets.

Advantages

The kit delivers socket-specific brackets and fasteners that guarantee a stable and repeatable installation process without modifying the cooler or motherboard. Components are designed to match the mechanical tolerances of the Liquid Freezer III / Freezer 36 series, ensuring correct mounting pressure and long-term reliability. By providing only the compatible mounting hardware, the upgrade kit simplifies retrofitting older coolers to newer Intel socket generations and reduces the need to buy a completely new cooling unit.

Suitable for

• Upgrading an existing ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III or Freezer 36 cooler to fit Intel LGA 1200 or 115x sockets
• System builders installing or reusing an AIO cooler across multiple Intel mainstream desktop platforms
• Repairing or replacing lost/damaged Intel mounting components for supported coolers

Key specifications

• Compatibility: Intel LGA 1200 and 115x socket form factors
• Contents: socket-specific mounting brackets, standoffs, screws, and fastening hardware designed for ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III / Freezer 36 integration
• Material: metal brackets and steel fasteners (surface treated for durability)
• Intended use: mounting adaptation for AIO cooler to CPU socket
• Mechanical fit: designed for correct cold-plate alignment and uniform mounting pressure

How to use

Shut down the system and disconnect power before starting. Remove the cooler from the CPU and retain the existing backplate and pump assembly where applicable. Follow the included instructions to replace or attach the supplied brackets and standoffs to match the Intel LGA 1200 / 115x layout. Re-seat thermal interface material as recommended by the cooler manufacturer and reinstall the cooler, tightening the fasteners in a diagonal pattern to achieve even pressure. Verify secure seating and that the pump and fans are connected to the appropriate motherboard headers before powering up.

Usage recommendations

Use the upgrade kit only with ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III or Freezer 36 series coolers and on Intel LGA 1200 or 115x sockets. Always replace thermal paste when remounting the cooler, follow torque guidance where provided, and inspect mounting parts for wear or damage before installation. If uncertain about compatibility or installation steps, consult the cooler's official manual or professional support.