Phanteks NV7 Side Radiator Push-Pull Radiator Chamber Depth Analysis
The Phanteks NV7 full-tower enclosure features a recessed side radiator bay angled toward the front glass panel. Designed for custom liquid cooling loops, this side chamber supports thick performance radiators in push-pull fan configurations. Evaluating spatial margins for thick hardware stacks prevents interference with internal cable shrouds.
Dimensional Matrix & Chamber Depth
The table below breaks down physical clearances when installing an EK-Quantum Surface P360M radiator in push-pull configuration inside the Phanteks NV7 side bay:
| Hardware Layer | Individual Component Depth | Cumulative Stack Depth | Chassis Chamber Clearance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Push Fan Array | 25.0 mm Thickness | 25.0 mm Stack Depth | Recessed Outer Chamber Bay |
| EK-Quantum Surface P360M Radiator | 44.0 mm Core Thickness | 69.0 mm Stack Depth | Side Mounting Frame Rail |
| Inner Pull Fan Array | 25.0 mm Thickness | 94.0 mm Cumulative Total | Main Chamber Cavity |
| Side Door Cable Shroud Boundary | 105.0 mm Total Chamber Depth | 94.0 mm Radiator Stack | +11.0 mm Safe Clearance Margin |
Push-Pull Radiator Stack Calculations
A push-pull radiator setup combines three hardware layers mounted along the side bracket:
- Outer Intake Fans: Standard 25 mm thick 120 mm fans mounted in the outer recessed bracket bay (25 mm).
- Performance Radiator Core: EK-Quantum Surface P360M copper radiator measuring 44 mm in thickness (69 mm total).
- Inner Pull Fans: Secondary array of 25 mm thick 120 mm fans mounted inside the main chamber (94 mm total).
The total cumulative depth of this push-pull stack is 94 mm (25 mm + 44 mm + 25 mm = 94 mm).
Side Chamber Door Clearance & System Integration
The Phanteks NV7 provides 105 mm of total clearance from the side mounting frame to the hinged rear cable door shroud. Subtracting the 94 mm push-pull stack depth from the 105 mm chamber limit leaves an 11 mm clearance margin. This 11 mm margin prevents fan frame contact with the side cable door, allowing airflow to circulate cleanly into the main motherboard chamber.
For alternative liquid cooling configurations in this chassis, review our guide on 420mm liquid cooling radiator clearance. The 94 mm side stack leaves horizontal GPU corridors unobstructed; for GPU fitment details, see ZOTAC RTX 4090 clearance in Phanteks NV7 builds.
Power Infrastructure
Custom liquid cooling loops with push-pull fan setups demand clean, high-wattage power delivery. Power the build using high-efficiency 1300W ATX 3.0 Platinum power supplies to provide stable current across high-power GPUs and multiple fan controllers.
Builder Summary
- Push-Pull Stack Depth: 94 mm total depth (44 mm radiator + dual 25 mm fan arrays).
- Side Bay Clearance: PASSED — 11 mm clearance margin inside the 105 mm chassis side chamber.
- Thermal Verdict: Push-pull side radiator mounting delivers excellent liquid cooling capacity without impinging on GPU or motherboard space.