Need a replacement heatsink

My current heatsink is too big and bulky.

heatsink: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO

Case: NZXT source 210 windowed

The heatsink rubs directly on the plexiglas.

 

I'm a bit hesitant on getting a closed loop cooler, but i'll consider it.

 

Any suggestions on a new heatsink that's less bulky, but performs on par or even better then mine?

 

take a look at some lo profile coolers like:

  • Phanteks PH-TC14CS 
  • Noctua NH-C14 
  • Alpenföhn Gotthard Top Down 
  • Noctua NH-L12

They all cost more than the Hyper 212 EVO, but should match or better the performance in a lower profile. 

the big 140mm phanteks heatsink will not fit in a source 210

You sure about that?

Was reading these benchmarks that used a NZXT Source 210 Elite http://www.overclockersclub.com/reviews/noctua_140mm_150mm_case_fan_roundup/5.htm

max heatsink height of 160mm

http://www.nzxt.com/product/detail/105-source-210-case

http://www.nzxt.com/product/detail/117-source-210-elite-case

with dual fans 171mm and 160mm without the bigger fan

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835709004

  Zing^^

The Phanteks PH-TC14CS is the low profile model (your referencing the PH-TC14PE)

Heatsink Dimensions with Dual Fan = 160 x 151 x 140.5mm (LxWxH)

Heatsink Dimensions with Single Fan = 160 x 151 x 112mm (LxWxH)

bazinga ^^