Connector, liquid cooling mechanism and case

Abstract

The invention provides a connector, a liquid cooling mechanism and a case. The connector comprises a connecting seat and a manifold. The connecting base is provided with a first pipe section and a second pipe section. The first pipe section is provided with a serial connection end and a closed end in the extending direction of the first pipe section. The first pipe section is provided with a communication port. And the communication port is arranged between the serial connection end and the closed end along the extension direction of the first pipe section. And the second pipe section is communicated with the first pipe section through the communication port. The manifold has an insertion end. The insertion end penetrates through the serial connection end to be inserted into the first pipe section. The inserting end can move relative to the first pipe section in the extending direction of the first pipe section and pass through the communicating opening. In the extension direction of the first pipe section, when the insertion end moves to the closed end to cover the insertion end or the outer wall of the manifold to cover the communication opening, the second pipe section is disconnected from the manifold. According to the connector, the liquid cooling mechanism and the case provided by the invention, the manifold can move relative to the connecting seat to be switched on and off, and liquid leakage is prevented.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to liquid cooling technology, and in particular, to a connector, a liquid cooling mechanism, and a chassis. Background Art

[0002] Servers typically use liquid cooling mechanisms for heat dissipation, but these mechanisms often carry the risk of leakage. In related art, these mechanisms are equipped with automatic disconnect connectors. In the event of a leak, the automatic disconnect connector automatically disconnects from its connected socket. However, the liquid supply pipe connected to the automatic disconnect connector is difficult to bend to provide the necessary space for the automatic disconnect connector to disconnect, which can easily cause the automatic disconnect connector to fail. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of this, the present application provides a connector, a liquid cooling mechanism and a chassis, so that the manifold can move relative to the connecting seat to open and close and prevent leakage.

[0004] One embodiment of the present application provides a connector. The connector includes a connecting seat and a manifold. The connecting seat has a first pipe segment and a second pipe segment. The first pipe segment has a serial connection end and a closed end along its own extension direction. The first pipe segment is provided with a connecting port. The connecting port is provided between the serial connection end and the closed end along the extension direction of the first pipe segment. The second pipe segment is connected to the first pipe segment through the connecting port. The manifold has an insertion end. The insertion end passes through the serial connection end and is inserted into the first pipe segment. The insertion end can move relative to the first pipe segment along the extension direction of the first pipe segment and pass through the connecting port. Along the extension direction of the first pipe segment, when the insertion end moves to the point where the closed end covers the insertion end or the outer wall of the manifold covers the connecting port, the second pipe segment is disconnected from the manifold.

[0005] In the above embodiment, the manifold is connected to the second pipe section via a first pipe section, thereby forming a circulation path for the liquid cooling mechanism where the connector is located. The insertion end of the manifold is movable within the first pipe section, allowing other structures connected to the manifold, such as the liquid supply pipe, to move relative to it, thereby providing sufficient space for the automatic disconnect connector to disconnect. The connecting port is provided on the sidewall of the first pipe section, allowing the manifold to move relative to the first pipe section, causing the insertion end to move toward the closed end and across the connecting port. The closed end can block the insertion end, preventing liquid from flowing through the insertion end, or the connecting port can be blocked by the manifold, preventing liquid from flowing through the connecting port, thereby facilitating the severing of the liquid path between the insertion end and the connecting port. When the automatic disconnect connector is disengaged, it moves the insertion end toward the closed end, causing it to pass over the connecting port, thereby disconnecting the second pipe section from the manifold, thereby preventing liquid from leaking from the other end of the manifold away from the insertion end. Furthermore, when reconnecting the manifold and the second pipe section is necessary, the liquid path can be restored by simply moving the insertion end toward the connection end.

[0006] In some embodiments of the present application, the manifold is provided with a plurality of ribs. The ribs are spaced apart along the extension direction of the manifold. Each rib is arranged in a circular manner around the circumference of the manifold. The connector further includes a first seal. The first seal is disposed between the plurality of ribs. When the insertion end moves within the first pipe segment, the first seal abuts against the inner wall of the first pipe segment, with at least a portion of the first seal always positioned between the connecting port and the serial connection end.

[0007] In the above embodiment, the first seal is located on the outer wall of the manifold, thereby forming a seal between the manifold and the first pipe segment. This seal prevents liquid from leaking from between the manifold and the first pipe segment to the connection end, regardless of whether the manifold and the second pipe segment are connected. The ribs on the outer wall of the manifold constrain the relative position of the first seal, improving its positional stability relative to the manifold when the manifold and the first pipe segment move relative to each other. This reduces the possibility of the first seal moving and becoming detached from the first pipe segment or the manifold, thereby enhancing the connector's sealing and waterproofing effectiveness.

[0008] In some embodiments of the present application, the first pipe segment includes a first segment and a second segment that are interconnected. The communication port is provided in the first segment. In the direction of extension of the first pipe segment, the first segment is closer to the closed end than the second segment. In a direction perpendicular to the extension of the first pipe segment, the outer wall diameter of the rib is larger than the inner wall diameter of the first segment and smaller than the inner wall diameter of the second segment.

[0009] In the above embodiment, the inner wall diameter of the second segment is larger than that of the first segment, allowing the insertion end to move within the first segment while also allowing the rib to move within the second segment. Furthermore, the first segment is further away from the insertion end than the second segment, allowing it to abut the portion of the manifold between the rib and the insertion end. This facilitates sealing the manifold's outer wall when disconnecting the manifold from the second segment. Furthermore, when connecting the manifold to the second segment, it prevents liquid from leaking from between the first segment and the manifold to the connection end.

[0010] In some embodiments of the present application, the connector further comprises a cover plate. The cover plate is detachably connected to the serial connection end. The cover plate is configured to prevent the rib from disengaging from the first pipe segment. Along the extension direction of the first pipe segment, the distance between the cover plate and the rib is less than the distance between the cover plate and the first segment.

[0011] In the above embodiment, the cover plate's stop rib disengages the first pipe segment, maintaining the manifold's connection with the first pipe segment. This ensures that the insertion end remains within the first pipe segment when it moves relative to the first pipe segment, allowing the manifold and second pipe segments to switch between connection and disconnection repeatedly. Furthermore, when the rib is stopped by the cover plate and cannot continue to move toward the connection end, the insertion end remains within the first pipe segment, ensuring that the first pipe segment consistently engages the manifold's outer wall to prevent liquid from leaking from between the first segment and the manifold toward the connection end.

[0012] In some embodiments of the present application, the connector further includes a cover plate. The cover plate is detachably connected to the serial connection end. The cover plate is configured to prevent the rib from disengaging from the first pipe segment. The connector further includes a second seal. The second seal is disposed around the manifold and is located between the rib and the cover plate.

[0013] In the above embodiment, the cover plate's retaining rib disengages from the first pipe segment, maintaining the manifold's connection with the first pipe segment. This ensures that the insertion end remains within the first pipe segment as it moves relative to the first pipe segment, allowing the manifold and second pipe segments to switch between connection and disconnection. Furthermore, as the rib moves toward the cover plate, it can move until it and the cover plate clamp the second seal, thereby enhancing the seal between the manifold and the cover plate.

[0014] In some embodiments of the present application, the first sealing member is made of PTFE.

[0015] In the above embodiment, the first seal can achieve sealing between the manifold and the first pipe section while reducing the friction between the manifold and the first pipe section, so as to facilitate the movement of the manifold relative to the first pipe section, thereby facilitating the automatic disconnect connector to perform disconnection.

[0016] In some embodiments of the present application, a cutting plane and a threaded surface are provided on an outer wall of the manifold, wherein the cutting plane is closer to the insertion end than the threaded surface.

[0017] In the above embodiment, the provision of threaded surfaces facilitates the secure connection of the manifold with other structures, such as a liquid supply pipe. Furthermore, the provision of cutting planes constrains the rotation of the manifold, thereby facilitating connection of the manifold with other structures via the threaded surfaces. The threaded surfaces and cutting planes cooperate to enhance the stability of the connection between the manifold and other structures, thereby preventing liquid leakage.

[0018] In some embodiments of the present application, the connector further comprises a third sealing member. The third sealing member is provided at the closed end. The insertion end is movable to abut against the third sealing member.

[0019] In the above embodiment, the insertion end abuts the third sealing member, thereby improving the sealing effect between the insertion end and the closed end, so as to prevent liquid from flowing through the insertion end when the manifold is disconnected from the second pipe section, thereby improving the anti-leakage effect of the connector.

[0020] One embodiment of the present application provides a liquid cooling mechanism. The liquid cooling mechanism includes a liquid supply pipe, an automatic disconnect connector, and a connector as described in any of the above embodiments. A manifold and the automatic disconnect connector are respectively connected to the ends of the liquid supply pipe. The end of the manifold, extending in the direction away from the insertion end, is connected to the liquid supply pipe.

[0021] In the above embodiment, when the automatic disconnect connector is disconnected, the manifold is driven by the liquid supply tube to move, thereby providing the necessary space for the automatic disconnect connector to disconnect and improving the connector's leak-proof performance. Furthermore, when the automatic disconnect connector is reconnected, the manifold can move relative to the connector base and maintain communication with the connector base.

[0022] One embodiment of the present application provides a chassis. The chassis includes a housing and a liquid cooling mechanism as described in the above embodiment. The liquid cooling mechanism is disposed within the housing.

[0023] In the above embodiment, by providing a liquid cooling mechanism, when liquid leakage occurs, the automatic disconnect connector can smoothly perform the disconnection action, thereby effectively preventing the liquid leakage from continuing to occur. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0024] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application, the drawings in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show certain embodiments of the present application and therefore should not be regarded as limiting the scope.

[0025] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a chassis provided in one embodiment of the present application;

[0026] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the chassis with some structures omitted;

[0027] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the structure when the middle connecting seat is extended;

[0028] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Exploded diagram of the middle connector;

[0029] Figure 5 for Figure 3 Schematic cross-sectional view of section AA;

[0030] Figure 6 for Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the structure when the middle connecting seat is shortened;

[0031] Figure 7 for Figure 6 Schematic cross-sectional view of the BB section.

[0032] Description of main component symbols:

[0033] Connector 100

[0034] Connector 1

[0035] First pipe section 11

[0036] Serial terminal 111

[0037] Closed end 112

[0038] Groove 1121

[0039] Communication port 113

[0040] First subsection 114

[0041] Second subsection 115

[0042] Second pipe section 12

[0043] Second Barb 121

[0044] Manifold 2

[0045] Insertion end 21

[0046] First Barb 22

[0047] Raised rib 23

[0048] Depression 231

[0049] Projection 232

[0050] Cutting plane 24

[0051] Thread surface 25

[0052] First seal 3

[0053] Cover 4

[0054] Socket 41

[0055] Second sealing member 5

[0056] Fastener 6

[0057] The third seal 7

[0058] Liquid cooling mechanism 200

[0059] Liquid supply pipe 201

[0060] Automatic disconnect connector 202

[0061] Liquid flow control device 203

[0062] Chassis 300

[0063] Shell 301 DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0064] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present application. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present application, rather than all the embodiments.

[0065] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as those commonly understood by those skilled in the art. The terms used herein in the specification of this application are only for the purpose of describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit this application.

[0066] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "inside" and "outside" and the like indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be understood as a limitation on this application.

[0067] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," "third," etc. are used for descriptive purposes only and are not to be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0068] An embodiment of the present application provides a connector. The connector includes a connecting seat and a manifold. The connecting seat has a first pipe segment and a second pipe segment. The first pipe segment has a serial connection end and a closed end along its own extension direction. The first pipe segment is provided with a connecting port. The connecting port is provided between the serial connection end and the closed end along the extension direction of the first pipe segment. The second pipe segment is connected to the first pipe segment through the connecting port. The manifold has an insertion end. The insertion end passes through the serial connection end and is inserted into the first pipe segment. The insertion end can move relative to the first pipe segment along the extension direction of the first pipe segment and pass through the connecting port. Along the extension direction of the first pipe segment, when the insertion end moves to the point where the closed end covers the insertion end or the outer wall of the manifold covers the connecting port, the second pipe segment is disconnected from the manifold.

[0069] The manifold is connected to the second pipe section via a first pipe section, thereby forming a circulation path for the liquid cooling mechanism where the connector is located. The insertion end of the manifold is movable within the first pipe section, allowing other structures connected to the manifold, such as the liquid supply pipe, to move relative to it, thereby providing sufficient space for the automatic disconnect connector to disconnect. The connecting port is located on the sidewall of the first pipe section, allowing the manifold to move relative to the first pipe section, causing the insertion end to move toward the closed end and across the connecting port. The closed end can block the insertion end, preventing liquid from flowing through the insertion end, or the connecting port can be blocked by the manifold, preventing liquid from flowing through the connecting port, thereby facilitating the severing of the liquid path between the insertion end and the connecting port. When the automatic disconnect connector disengages, it moves the insertion end toward the closed end, causing it to pass over the connecting port, thereby disconnecting the second pipe section from the manifold, thereby preventing liquid from leaking from the other end of the manifold away from the insertion end. To reconnect the manifold and the second pipe section, simply move the insertion end toward the connection end to restore the liquid flow path.

[0070] The following describes some embodiments of the present application in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the absence of conflict, the following embodiments and features of the embodiments may be combined with each other.

[0071] See also Figure 1 An embodiment of the present application provides a chassis 300. The chassis 300 is generally used to accommodate devices such as storage modules and processor modules of a server.

[0072] See also Figure 1 and Figure 2 In some embodiments, the chassis 300 includes a housing 301 and a liquid cooling mechanism 200. The liquid cooling mechanism 200 is disposed within the housing 301. The liquid cooling mechanism 200 is used to cool various devices within the chassis 300. Furthermore, the liquid cooling mechanism 200 is configured to automatically disconnect in the event of a liquid leak. By providing the liquid cooling mechanism 200, the liquid path of the liquid cooling mechanism 200 is automatically disconnected in the event of a liquid leak, thereby effectively preventing further leakage.

[0073] See also Figure 2 In some embodiments, the liquid cooling mechanism 200 includes a liquid supply pipe 201 and an automatic disconnect connector 202. The liquid supply pipe 201 is connected to the automatic disconnect connector 202. The automatic disconnect connector 202 is connected to other devices. Liquid in the liquid supply pipe 201 flows to the other devices through the automatic disconnect connector 202. When a liquid leak is detected, the automatic disconnect connector 202 automatically disconnects from the other devices, thereby severing the liquid flow path and preventing further leakage.

[0074] See also Figure 2In some embodiments, the liquid cooling mechanism 200 further includes a liquid flow control device 203. One end of the liquid supply tube 201 is connected to the automatic disconnect connector 202, and the other end is connected to the liquid flow control device 203. The liquid flow control device 203 is used to control the flow rate, flow rate, and flow direction of the liquid in each channel within the liquid cooling mechanism 200.

[0075] See also Figure 2 In some embodiments, the liquid supply tube 201 has high axial stiffness, enabling the liquid supply tube 201 to achieve high liquid flow rates, thereby providing a more effective thermal management solution. However, due to the high axial stiffness of the liquid supply tube 201, the liquid supply tube 201 is almost incompressible in the axial direction, and the liquid supply tube 201 is not easily bent when force is applied along its axial direction. The end of the liquid supply tube 201 away from the automatic disconnect connector 202 is connected to the liquid flow control device 203 or other equipment, so that the position of the end of the liquid supply tube 201 away from the automatic disconnect connector 202 is relatively fixed. When the automatic disconnect connector 202 is disconnected, the liquid supply tube 201 itself is not convenient for providing the necessary space for the automatic disconnect connector 202 to perform the action.

[0076] See also Figure 2 、 Figure 3 and Figure 6 In some embodiments, the liquid cooling mechanism 200 further includes a connector 100. The connector 100 and the automatic disconnect connector 202 are respectively connected to both ends of the liquid supply pipe 201. The connector 100 can provide the liquid supply pipe 201 with space for movement along the axial direction of the liquid supply pipe 201 by being extended and retracted.

[0077] When the automatic disconnect connector 202 performs the disconnection action, the connector 100 allows the liquid supply tube 201 to move, thereby providing the necessary space for the automatic disconnect connector 202 to perform the disconnection action, and when the automatic disconnect connector 202 is reconnected, the connector 100 can maintain the connection state between the liquid supply tube 201 and the liquid flow control device 203 or other equipment.

[0078] See also Figures 3 to 5 In some embodiments, the connector 100 includes a connection base 1 and a manifold 2. The manifold 2 is inserted into the connection base 1 and can move relative to the connection base 1. The manifold 2 is configured to be connected to the liquid supply pipe 201.

[0079] The connector 1 comprises a first pipe section 11 and a second pipe section 12. The first pipe section 11 has a connecting end 111 and a closed end 112 along its own extension direction. The connecting end 111 forms an opening extending in the direction of the first pipe section 11 for connection to the manifold 2. The closed end 112 separates the first pipe section 11 in the direction of its extension. The first pipe section 11 is provided with a connecting port 113. The connecting port 113 is located between the connecting end 111 and the closed end 112 along the direction of its extension. The second pipe section 12 is connected to the outer wall of the first pipe section 11 and communicates with the first pipe section 11 through the connecting port 113.

[0080] Manifold 2 has an insertion end 21. Insertion end 21 is inserted into first pipe section 11 through connection end 111. Insertion end 21 forms an opening extending in the direction of manifold 2, communicating with first pipe section 11 and second pipe section 12. Insertion end 21 is movable relative to first pipe section 11 along the direction of its extension and passes through communication opening 113.

[0081] The manifold 2 connects to the second pipe section 12 via the first pipe section 11, creating a circulation path for the liquid cooling mechanism 200 where the connector 100 resides. The insertion end 21 of the manifold 2 is movable within the first pipe section 11, allowing other structures connected to the manifold 2, such as the liquid supply pipe 201, to move relative to it, thereby providing sufficient space for the automatic disconnect connector 202 to disconnect. A communication port 113 is provided on the sidewall of the first pipe section 11, allowing the insertion end 21 of the manifold 2 to move toward the closed end 112 and past the communication port 113 by moving the manifold 2 relative to the first pipe section 11.

[0082] Along the extension direction of the first pipe section 11 , when the insertion end 21 moves to the closed end 112 to cover the insertion end 21 or the outer wall of the manifold 2 covers the communication port 113 , the second pipe section 12 is disconnected from the manifold 2 .

[0083] After the insertion end 21 moves toward the closed end 112 and passes over the communication port 113, the insertion end 21 can be blocked by the closed end 112, preventing liquid from flowing through the insertion end 21. Alternatively, the communication port 113 can be blocked by the manifold 2, preventing liquid from flowing through the communication port 113, thereby severing the liquid passage between the insertion end 21 and the communication port 113. When the automatic disconnect connector 202 disengages, it drives the insertion end 21 toward the closed end 112, allowing the insertion end 21 to pass over the communication port 113, thereby disconnecting the second pipe segment 12 from the manifold 2. This helps prevent liquid from leaking from the other end of the manifold 2 away from the insertion end 21. Furthermore, when it is necessary to reconnect the manifold 2 and the second pipe segment 12, the insertion end 21 only needs to be moved toward the serial connection end 111 to restore the liquid flow passage.

[0084] The connection between the manifold 2 and the connection base 1 is cut off by displacing the manifold 2 relative to the connection base 1, so that the manifold 2 can synchronize with the disconnection displacement of the automatic disconnect connector 202 and prevent leakage.

[0085] See also Figure 3 In some embodiments, the first pipe segment 11 and the second pipe segment 12 are roughly distributed in an "L" shape.

[0086] See also Figure 2 and Figure 4 It will be appreciated that in some embodiments, the manifold 2 and the automatic disconnect connector 202 are respectively connected to the two ends of the liquid supply tube 201. The end of the manifold 2, which extends away from the insertion end 21, is connected to the liquid supply tube 201. The second tube segment 12 is configured to connect to other equipment, such as the liquid flow control device 203.

[0087] See also Figure 3 and Figure 6 It is understood that in some embodiments, the outer wall of the manifold 2 is provided with a first barb 22 to facilitate the connection with other structures, such as the liquid supply pipe 201. The outer wall of the second pipe section 12 is provided with a second barb 121 to facilitate the connection with other structures, such as the liquid flow control device 203. The first barb 22 is located in the portion of the hose structure, and the second barb 121 is located in the portion of the hose structure.

[0088] See also Figure 4 、 Figure 5 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the manifold 2 is provided with a plurality of ribs 23. The plurality of ribs 23 are spaced apart along the extension direction of the manifold 2. Each rib 23 is arranged in a circumferential ring around the manifold 2. The connector 100 further includes a first seal 3. The first seal 3 is provided between the plurality of ribs 23. When the insertion end 21 moves in the first pipe section 11, the first seal 3 abuts against the inner wall of the first pipe section 11, and at least a portion of the first seal 3 is always located between the connecting port 113 and the serial connection end 111. It can be understood that in some embodiments, when the manifold 2 is inserted into the first pipe section 11, the extension direction of the manifold 2 is parallel to the extension direction of the first pipe section 11.

[0089] The first seal 3 is disposed on the outer wall of the manifold 2, thereby forming a seal between the manifold 2 and the first pipe section 11. This seal prevents liquid from leaking from between the manifold 2 and the first pipe section 11 to the connection end 111, regardless of whether the manifold 2 and the second pipe section 12 are in communication. Ribs 23 on the outer wall of the manifold 2 constrain the relative position of the first seal 3, improving its positional stability relative to the manifold 2 when relative displacement occurs between the manifold 2 and the first pipe section 11. This reduces the possibility of the first seal 3 moving and becoming detached from the first pipe section 11 or the manifold 2, thereby enhancing the sealing and waterproofing effectiveness of the connector 100.

[0090] It is understood that in some embodiments, each rib 23 extends continuously around the outer wall of the manifold 2. In other embodiments, each rib 23 can be arranged in sections and spaced apart around the outer wall of the manifold 2.

[0091] See also Figure 4 、 Figure 5 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the manifold 2 is provided with two ribs 23. A plurality of recesses 231 are provided between the two ribs 23. A convex portion 232 is formed between two adjacent recesses 231. Each first seal 3 is provided at the location of a recess 231. The recesses 231, in conjunction with the convex portions 232, can limit the position of each first seal 3. The height of each convex portion 232 protruding from the manifold 2 is less than that of the rib 23, thereby reducing the difficulty of passing over the convex portion 232 during assembly of the first seal 3.

[0092] In some embodiments, the first sealing member 3 is made of PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene). The PTFE material allows the first sealing member 3 to seal the manifold 2 and the first pipe section 11 while reducing friction between the manifold 2 and the first pipe section 11, thereby facilitating movement of the manifold 2 relative to the first pipe section 11 and facilitating disconnection of the automatic disconnect connector 202.

[0093] See also Figure 4 、 Figure 5 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the connector 100 further includes a cover plate 4. The cover plate 4 is detachably connected to the serial connection end 111. The cover plate 4 is configured to prevent the retaining rib 23 from being separated from the first pipe section 11.

[0094] The retaining rib 23 of the cover plate 4 disengages from the first pipe section 11, allowing the manifold 2 to remain connected to the first pipe section 11. This ensures that the insertion end 21 remains within the first pipe section 11 as it moves relative to the first pipe section 11, allowing the manifold 2 and second pipe section 12 to be repeatedly connected and disconnected. Furthermore, the cover plate 4 is detachable, allowing it to be removed from the connector 1, facilitating assembly and removal of the manifold 2 from the connector 1.

[0095] See also Figure 4 It is understood that in some embodiments, the cover plate 4 is provided with a socket 41. The manifold 2 is inserted into the first pipe section 11 through the socket 41. The diameter of the socket 41 is smaller than the diameter of the inner wall of the serial connection end 111 of the first pipe section 11.

[0096] See also Figure 5 and Figure 7In some embodiments, the first tube segment 11 includes a first segment 114 and a second segment 115 that are interconnected. The communication port 113 is provided in the first segment 114. In the extension direction of the first tube segment 11, the first segment 114 is closer to the closed end 112 than the second segment 115. In a direction perpendicular to the extension direction of the first tube segment 11, the outer wall diameter of the rib 23 is larger than the inner wall diameter of the first segment 114 and smaller than the inner wall diameter of the second segment 115.

[0097] The inner wall diameter of the second segment 115 is larger than that of the first segment 114, allowing the insertion end 21 to move within the first segment 114 while also allowing the rib 23 to move within the second segment 115. Furthermore, the first segment 114 is further away from the insertion end 21 than the second segment 115, allowing it to abut the portion of the manifold 2 between the rib 23 and the insertion end 21. This facilitates sealing the communication port 113 with the outer wall of the manifold 2 when disconnecting the manifold 2 from the second segment 115. Furthermore, when connecting the manifold 2 to the second segment 115, it prevents liquid from leaking from between the first segment 114 and the manifold 2 to the serial connection end 111.

[0098] See also Figure 5 and Figure 7 It is understood that in some embodiments, in a direction perpendicular to the extension of the first pipe segment 11, the outer wall of the portion between the insertion end 21 of the manifold 2 and the rib 23 approaches the first segment 114, while the outer wall of the rib 23 approaches the second segment 115. This can improve the stability of the manifold 2 relative to the first pipe segment 11 and reduce the possibility of liquid flowing between the outer wall of the manifold 2 and the inner wall of the first pipe segment 11.

[0099] See also Figure 3 and Figure 5 In some embodiments, along the extension direction of the first tube segment 11, the distance between the closed end 112 and the rib 23 is equal to or slightly greater than the distance between the closed end 112 and the second segment 115. The distance between the closed end 112 and the rib 23 refers to the distance between the closed end 112 and the rib 23 closest to the insertion end 21; the distance between the closed end 112 and the second segment 115 refers to the distance between the closed end 112 and the end of the second segment 115 closest to the closed end 112.

[0100] When the insertion end 21 moves toward the closed end 112, the rib 23 moves therewith, and a step surface is formed at the boundary between the second segment 115 and the first segment 114. The step surface can be used to stop the rib 23 from moving in the direction toward the closed end 112, thereby providing a buffer when the insertion end 21 rushes toward the closed end 112, thereby improving the service life of the connector 100, reducing the wear between the insertion end 21 and the closed end 112, and improving the anti-leakage effect.

[0101] See also Figure 6 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, along the extension direction of the first tube segment 11, the distance between the cover plate 4 and the rib 23 is smaller than the distance between the cover plate 4 and the first segment 114. The distance between the cover plate 4 and the rib 23 refers to the distance between the cover plate 4 and the rib 23 farthest from the insertion end 21; the distance between the cover plate 4 and the first segment 114 refers to the distance between the cover plate 4 and the end of the first segment 114 closest to the serial connection end 111.

[0102] When the rib 23 is stopped by the cover plate 4 and cannot continue to move toward the serial connection end 111, the insertion end 21 is still in the first pipe section 11, which is beneficial for the first pipe section 11 to always cooperate with the outer wall of the manifold 2 to prevent liquid from leaking from between the first segment 114 and the manifold 2 to the serial connection end 111.

[0103] See also Figure 4 、 Figure 5 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the connector 100 further includes a second sealing member 5 . The second sealing member 5 is disposed around the manifold 2 and is located between the rib 23 and the cover plate 4 .

[0104] When the rib 23 moves toward the cover plate 4 , the rib 23 and the cover plate 4 can move to clamp the second sealing member 5 , thereby improving the sealing effect between the manifold 2 and the cover plate 4 .

[0105] See also Figure 4 In some embodiments, the second sealing member 5 is an O-ring. While improving the sealing effect, it can also play a buffering role when the stop rib 23 of the cover plate 4 moves.

[0106] See also Figure 3 、 Figure 4 and Figure 6 In some embodiments, connector 100 further includes a fastener 6. Fastener 6 connects cover plate 4 to connector base 1. Fastener 6 secures cover plate 4 to connector base 1. For example, fastener 6 includes, but is not limited to, screws, nuts, and the like. In other embodiments, cover plate 4 may be connected to connector base 1 via a snap-fit ​​connection or a threaded connection.

[0107] See also Figure 3 and Figure 4 In some embodiments, the outer wall of the manifold 2 is provided with a cutting plane 24 and a threaded surface 25. The cutting plane 24 is closer to the insertion end 21 than the threaded surface 25.

[0108] The provision of threaded surfaces 25 facilitates the secure connection of manifold 2 with other structures, such as the liquid supply pipe 201. Furthermore, the provision of cut surfaces 24 constrains the rotation of manifold 2, thereby facilitating connection of manifold 2 with other structures via threaded surfaces 25. The threaded surfaces 25 and cut surfaces 24 cooperate to enhance the stability of the connection between manifold 2 and other structures, helping to prevent liquid leakage. Furthermore, the rotation of manifold 2 relative to connector 1 helps prevent wear on the various sealing structures of connector 100.

[0109] See also Figure 4 It is understood that in some embodiments, the cover plate 4 cooperates with the cutting plane 24 to prevent the manifold 2 from rotating relative to the connector 1. The shape of the socket 41 of the cover plate 4 is similar to the outer contour of the portion of the manifold 2 where the cutting plane 24 is located.

[0110] In some embodiments, see Figure 3 and Figure 5 When the manifold 2 is in the position where the cover plate 4 stops the rib 23, the distance between the insertion end 21 and the closed end 112 is 15 mm, leaving enough space for the liquid to flow between the manifold 2 and the second pipe section 12. Figure 6 and Figure 7 When the manifold 2 is in the position where the closed end 112 stops the insertion end 21, the distance between the threaded surface 25 close to the cover plate 4 and the cover plate 4 is 2 mm, which is beneficial to prevent the structure connected by the threaded surface 25 from hitting the cover plate 4.

[0111] See also Figure 4 、 Figure 5 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the connector 100 further includes a third sealing member 7 . The third sealing member 7 is provided at the closed end 112 . The insertion end 21 can move to abut against the third sealing member 7 .

[0112] The insertion end 21 abuts the third sealing member 7, thereby improving the sealing effect between the insertion end 21 and the closed end 112, so as to prevent liquid from flowing through the insertion end 21 when the manifold 2 is disconnected from the second pipe section 12, thereby improving the anti-leakage effect of the connector 100.

[0113] See also Figure 4 In some embodiments, the third sealing member 7 is an O-ring. While improving the sealing effect, the closed end 112 can stop the insertion end 21 from moving and play a buffering role.

[0114] See also Figure 4 、 Figure 5 and Figure 7In some embodiments, the closed end 112 is provided with a groove 1121. The third sealing member 7 is disposed within the groove 1121. The groove 1121 can constrain the relative position of the third sealing member 7, maintaining the third sealing member 7 fixed relative to the closed end 112 when the insertion end 21 is away from the closed end 112. This helps prevent the third sealing member 7 from moving away from the closed end 112 and affecting the next movement of the insertion end 21 toward the closed end 112.

[0115] See also Figure 3 and Figures 5 to 7 In some embodiments, the working principle of the connector 100 is as follows: when a liquid leak occurs in the liquid cooling mechanism 200 or other locations of the chassis 300, the manifold 2 moves toward the closed end 112, and the connector seat 1 shortens to leave enough space for the automatic disconnect connector 202 to perform the disconnection action. The insertion end 21 abuts against the third seal 7 provided at the closed end 112 to prevent liquid from flowing between the second pipe section 12 and the manifold 2. When the liquid cooling mechanism 200 needs to resume the liquid cooling cycle, the manifold 2 moves away from the closed end 112, and the connector seat 1 extends to allow the automatic disconnect connector 202 to perform the connection and insertion action. The rib 23 and the cover plate 4 are separated only by the second seal 5, forming the largest space between the insertion end 21 and the closed end 112 for liquid circulation.

[0116] In addition, those skilled in the art should recognize that the above embodiments are merely intended to illustrate the present application and are not intended to limit the present application. As long as they are within the spirit of the present application, appropriate changes and modifications to the above embodiments are within the scope of disclosure of the present application.

Claims

1. A connector, characterized in that: include: The connecting seat comprises a first pipe section and a second pipe section, wherein the first pipe section has a serial connection end and a closed end along its own extension direction, and the first pipe section is provided with a communication port, wherein the communication port is provided between the serial connection end and the closed end along the extension direction of the first pipe section, and the second pipe section is connected to the first pipe section through the communication port. a manifold having an insertion end, the insertion end passing through the serial connection end and inserted into the first pipe segment, the insertion end being movable relative to the first pipe segment along an extension direction of the first pipe segment and passing through the communication port; Along the extension direction of the first pipe section, when the insertion end moves to the point where the closed end covers the insertion end or the outer wall of the manifold covers the communication port, the second pipe section is disconnected from the manifold.

2. The connector according to claim 1, wherein: The manifold is provided with a plurality of ribs, which are spaced apart along the extension direction of the manifold, and each rib is arranged in a circumferential ring around the manifold. The connector also includes a first seal, which is provided between the plurality of ribs. When the insertion end moves in the first pipe section, the first seal abuts against the inner wall of the first pipe section, and at least a portion of the first seal is always located between the connecting port and the serial connection end.

3. The connector according to claim 2, wherein: The first pipe section includes a first segment and a second segment that are connected to each other, the communication port is provided in the first segment, and in the extension direction of the first pipe section, the first segment is closer to the closed end than the second segment; In an extension direction perpendicular to the first tube segment, the outer wall diameter of the rib is larger than the inner wall diameter of the first segment and smaller than the inner wall diameter of the second segment.

4. The connector according to claim 3, wherein: The connector also includes a cover plate, which is detachably connected to the serial end. The cover plate is configured to prevent the rib from detaching from the first pipe segment. Along the extension direction of the first pipe segment, the distance between the cover plate and the rib is smaller than the distance between the cover plate and the first segment.

5. The connector according to claim 2, wherein: The connector also includes a cover plate, which is detachably connected to the serial connection end and is configured to prevent the rib from detaching from the first pipe section. The connector also includes a second seal, which is annularly arranged on the manifold and located between the rib and the cover plate.

6. The connector according to claim 2, wherein: The first sealing member is made of PTFE.

7. The connector according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: The outer wall of the manifold is provided with a cutting plane and a threaded surface, wherein the cutting plane is closer to the insertion end than the threaded surface.

8. The connector according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: The connector further includes a third sealing member provided at the closed end, and the insertion end is movable to abut against the third sealing member.

9. A liquid cooling mechanism, characterized in that: It comprises a liquid supply tube, an automatic disconnect connector and a connector as described in any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the manifold and the automatic disconnect connector are respectively connected to the two ends of the liquid supply tube, and the end of the manifold away from the insertion end along its own extension direction is connected to the liquid supply tube.

10. A chassis, characterized in that: The invention comprises a housing and the liquid cooling mechanism as claimed in claim 9, wherein the liquid cooling mechanism is arranged in the housing.

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