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Air is better than water

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[–] GaMEChld@lemmy.world 8 points 1 year ago

No coolant is non-conductive after it leaks. It will mix with dust that has built up on the surfaces of the components and become conductive.

The main reason for distilled water is to prevent corrosion and deposits forming inside the loop.