Integrated water pipe suitable for liquid cooling unit

By designing integrated water pipes and integrating multiple split interfaces, filter devices, water replenishment ports and drainage ports, the problems of liquid leakage risk and maintenance complexity of the existing liquid-cooling unit water pipe system are solved, and higher integration and practicality are achieved.

CN222937444UActive Publication Date: 2025-06-03NINGBO AUX ELECTRIC CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422043697.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-08-22
Publication Date
2025-06-03
Estimated Expiration
2034-08-22

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Technical Problem

The water pipe system of existing liquid-cooling units increases the risk of liquid leakage and the complexity of maintenance due to the scattered pipelines and multiple welding points.

Method used

An integrated water pipe is designed, including a pipe body, multiple split interfaces, filtering devices, water replenishment ports and drainage ports. Through these structures, auxiliary parts are integrated into the water pipe, reducing additional pipelines and connection structures, and improving the integration and convenience of the system.

Benefits of technology

It reduces the risk of system fluid leakage, simplifies the installation and maintenance process, improves overall practicality and compatibility, and reduces the risk of welding fluid leakage.

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Abstract

The utility model provides an integrated water pipe suitable for a liquid cooling unit, and the integrated water pipe comprises a pipe body which is provided with a water outlet and a water inlet; the plurality of branch interfaces are arranged on the pipe body, and the plurality of branch interfaces are used for installing auxiliary parts; the filtering device is arranged in the pipe body; the water supplementing opening is formed in the pipe body; the water outlet is formed in the side, close to the water supplementing opening, of the pipe body. According to the utility model, the liquid leakage risk of the system is reduced, and the convenience of installation and maintenance is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of water pipes, and particularly to an integrated water pipe applicable to a liquid cooling unit. Background Art

[0002] Liquid cooling units are increasingly used to provide a suitable temperature environment for precision equipment. To ensure the reliable operation of the liquid cooling unit, some auxiliary devices are usually added to the pipeline, such as pressure sensors, temperature sensors, make-up water pipes, expansion tanks, etc. These devices are connected to the main pipeline by means of welding, ball valves, clamps, etc., which not only increases the welding points and the risk of liquid leakage in the system, but also the various pipelines are scattered on different pipelines, making the maintenance very complicated. Content of the Utility Model

[0003] Therefore, the embodiment of the utility model provides an integrated water pipe applicable to a liquid cooling unit, which reduces the risk of liquid leakage in the system and improves the convenience of installation and maintenance.

[0004] To solve the above problems, the utility model provides an integrated water pipe applicable to a liquid cooling unit. The integrated water pipe includes: a pipe body, the pipe body is provided with a water outlet and a water inlet; a plurality of branch interfaces, the plurality of branch interfaces are arranged on the pipe body, and the plurality of branch interfaces are used for installing auxiliary parts; a filtering device, the filtering device is arranged in the pipe body; a water replenishing port, the water replenishing port is arranged on the pipe body; a drain port, the drain port is arranged on the side of the pipe body close to the water replenishing port.

[0005] Compared with the prior art, the technical effects achieved by adopting this technical solution are as follows: by providing that the pipe body has a water outlet and a water inlet, the pipe body can be better connected to the liquid cooling unit. At the same time, a plurality of branch interfaces are provided to connect and install auxiliary parts, so that these auxiliary parts do not need to be connected to additional pipelines and other connection structures, making the overall integration degree higher, reducing the risk of liquid leakage after the connection of different auxiliary parts, and thus improving the overall practicability. At the same time, a water replenishing port and a drain port are also provided on the pipe body. The drain port is used to drain excess solution and impurities filtered by the filtering device. The water replenishing port is used to replenish the required solution into the main water pipe. The water replenishing port can also be connected to an extended system such as a water replenishing system for automatic water replenishment. And a filtering device is also provided, so that the filtering device does not require an additional installation structure, saving installation space and reducing the risk of welding liquid leakage. By integrating these structures onto the water pipe, the installation is more convenient and fast, and it is also convenient for subsequent maintenance and inspection, improving the overall practicability. Different auxiliary parts can also be installed through a plurality of branch interfaces to meet different functional requirements of the unit, improving the compatibility and practicability of the integrated water pipe.

[0006] In an example of the utility model, the auxiliary parts include one or a combination of a pressure sensor, an exhaust valve, an expansion tank, a bypass water pipe and a temperature sensor.

[0007] Compared with the prior art, the technical effects achieved by adopting this technical solution are as follows: By setting different types of auxiliary parts to be installed on the water pipe, these auxiliary parts can form different combinations to meet different usage requirements, thereby making the overall practicality of the unit stronger.

[0008] In an example of the present utility model, the integrated water pipe further includes: mounting structures are provided on the water outlet and the water inlet, and the mounting structures are used to connect to the liquid cooling unit.

[0009] Compared with the prior art, the technical effects achieved by adopting this technical solution are as follows: By providing mounting structures on the water outlet and the water inlet, the integrated water pipe can be more conveniently and quickly connected to the unit through the mounting structures. At the same time, the connection between the water outlet and the water inlet and the unit is also simpler, improving the connection and installation efficiency, and facilitating subsequent disassembly and maintenance.

[0010] In an example of the present utility model, the integrated water pipe further includes: a first connection part, the first connection part is provided with a water inlet; a second connection part, the second connection part is connected to the first connection part, and a filtering device is provided inside the second connection part; a third connection part, the third connection part is connected to the second connection part, and the third connection part is provided with a water outlet.

[0011] Compared with the prior art, the technical effects achieved by adopting this technical solution are as follows: By setting three connection parts, setting the water inlet on the first connection part, setting the filtering device inside the second connection part, and setting the water outlet on the third connection part, these components will not affect each other. At the same time, through the setting of the three components, it is more convenient and quick to install other components, and the integration degree of different components during subsequent installation is higher.

[0012] In an example of the present utility model, the integrated water pipe further includes: the first connection part is provided with a first side; a plurality of shunt interfaces are arranged on the first side.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the technical effects achieved by adopting this technical solution are as follows: By setting the first connection part with a first side, and arranging a plurality of shunt interfaces on the first side, through the arrangement method, the plurality of shunt interfaces will not affect each other, and thus the auxiliary parts installed on different shunt interfaces will not interfere with each other, improving the practicality and safety of the integrated water pipe. At the same time, the arrangement method makes the installation more convenient, and also facilitates subsequent maintenance of the auxiliary parts on each shunt interface, improving the practicality of the integrated water pipe.

[0014] In an example of the present utility model, the integrated water pipe further includes: the second connecting portion is provided with a first accommodating cavity; the filtering device is arranged in the first accommodating cavity, and the drain port communicates with the first accommodating cavity and is arranged close to the filtering device.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the technical effects achieved by adopting this technical solution are as follows: by arranging the filtering device in the first accommodating cavity of the second connecting portion and arranging the drain port on one side close to the filtering device, the impurities filtered by the filtering device can be discharged through the drain port as soon as possible, and will not stay in the first accommodating cavity and inside the water pipe, thereby preventing the heat exchanger or the pipeline from being clogged and ensuring the reliable operation of the liquid cooling unit.

[0016] In an example of the present utility model, the integrated water pipe further includes: the third connecting portion is provided with a first part and a second part, the first part is connected to the second connecting portion, and the second part is bent relative to the first part and the water replenishing port is arranged on the first part.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the technical effects achieved by adopting this technical solution are as follows: by arranging the third connecting portion with a first part and a second part, and the second part is bent relative to the first part, the water outlet can discharge water more conveniently through the bending method, and at the same time, the bending setting can make the utilization rate of the internal installation space higher and improve the overall integration.

[0018] In an example of the present utility model, the integrated water pipe further includes: the water replenishing port and the drain port are arranged on the opposite side of the first side.

[0019] Compared with the prior art, the technical effects achieved by adopting this technical solution are as follows: by arranging the water replenishing port and the drain port on the opposite side of the first side, that is, on the opposite side of the multiple branch interfaces, the space on both sides of the integrated water pipe can be fully utilized, and the drain port and the water replenishing port can better perform their respective functions, improving the practicability of the overall integrated water pipe.

[0020] In an example of the present utility model, the integrated water pipe further includes: the diameter of the second connecting portion is larger than the diameters of the first connecting portion and the third connecting portion.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the technical effects achieved by adopting this technical solution are as follows: by setting the diameter of the second connecting portion to be large, the filtering device in the second connecting portion can filter better, and at the same time, it can better prevent impurities from entering other pipelines, improving the cleanliness inside the pipeline and avoiding pipeline blockage, thereby affecting the normal operation of the unit.

[0022] After adopting the technical solution of the present utility model, the following technical effects can be achieved:

[0023] (1) By setting the pipe body with a water outlet and a water inlet, the pipe body can be better connected to the liquid cooling unit. At the same time, multiple shunt interfaces are set to connect and install auxiliary components, so that these auxiliary components do not need to be connected to additional pipelines and other connection structures, making the overall integration degree higher, reducing the risk of liquid leakage after connecting different auxiliary components, and thus improving the overall practicality. At the same time, a water replenishing port and a drainage port are also set on the pipe body. The drainage port is used to drain excess solution and impurities filtered by the filtering device. The water replenishing port is used to supplement the required solution into the main water pipe. The water replenishing port can also be connected to an extended system such as a water replenishing system for automatic water replenishment. And a filtering device is also set, so that the filtering device does not require an additional installation structure, saving installation space and reducing the risk of liquid leakage due to welding. By integrating these structures onto the water pipe, the installation is more convenient and fast, and it is also convenient for subsequent maintenance and inspection, improving the overall practicality. Different auxiliary components can also be installed through multiple shunt interfaces to meet different functional requirements of the unit, improving the compatibility and practicality of the integrated water pipe;

[0024] (2) By setting different types of auxiliary components to be installed on the water pipe, these auxiliary components can form different combinations to meet different usage requirements, making the overall practicality of the unit stronger. Brief Description of the Drawings

[0025] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the drawings to be used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those of ordinary skill in the art, without creative efforts, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings.

[0026] Figure 1 It is one of the structural schematic diagrams of an integrated water pipe applicable to a liquid cooling unit provided by an embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] Figure 2 It is the second structural schematic diagram of an integrated water pipe applicable to a liquid cooling unit provided by an embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] Description of the Reference Numerals in the Drawings:

[0029] 100. Integrated water pipe applicable to a liquid cooling unit; 110. Pipe body; 111. First connection part; 112. Second connection part; 113. Third connection part; 113a. First part; 113b. Second part; 114. First side; 115. First accommodation cavity; 120. Water inlet; 130. Water outlet; 140. Shunt interface; 150. Filtering device; 160. Water replenishing port; 170. Drainage port. Detailed Description of the Embodiments

[0030] In order to make the above objects, features and advantages of the present utility model more obvious and understandable, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present utility model, rather than all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative efforts shall fall within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0031]

First Embodiment

[0032] See Figure 1 - Figure 2 , the present utility model provides an integrated water pipe 100 applicable to a liquid cooling unit. The integrated water pipe includes: a pipe body 110, the pipe body 110 is provided with a water outlet 130 and a water inlet 120; a plurality of branch interfaces 140, the plurality of branch interfaces 140 are arranged on the pipe body 110, and the plurality of branch interfaces 140 are used for installing auxiliary parts; a filtering device 150, the filtering device 150 is arranged inside the pipe body 110; a water replenishing port 160, the water replenishing port 160 is arranged on the pipe body 110; a drain port 170, the drain port 170 is arranged on one side of the pipe body 110 close to the water replenishing port 160.

[0033] Specifically, the integrated water pipe is used to be connected to a liquid cooling unit. The liquid cooling unit consists of a refrigeration system and a cooling water system assembly, which are connected by a heat exchanger in the middle. Among them, the cooling water system is equipped with a circulation pump, a heater, a filter, an expansion tank, an exhaust valve, a temperature sensor, a pressure sensor, etc., and the devices of the cooling water system are connected by water pipes.

[0034] Specifically, the integrated water pipe has a water inlet 120, a water outlet 130 and a pipe body 110. The water inlet 120 and the water outlet 130 have an installation structure, that is, a freely connectable structural type, such as a flange structure, and can be quickly connected with a clamp.

[0035] Specifically, branch interfaces 140 are distributed on the water pipe body 110, which can be through holes for installing a pressure sensor, an exhaust valve, an expansion tank, a bypass water pipe, etc., or blind holes for installing a temperature sensor, etc.

[0036] Specifically, the integrated water pipe is preferentially arranged on one side that is convenient for disassembly and assembly according to the installation position of the water chiller, such as the left side or the right side.

[0037] Specifically, the integrated water pipe can be installed at the liquid inlet of the cooling water system or at the liquid outlet.

[0038] Preferably, devices such as required sensors and expansion tanks are directly installed on the main water pipe through a preset interface, which is convenient for installation and maintenance. During maintenance, the integrated water pipe can be directly removed, improving convenience. The pipe body 110 is integrated with a filtering device 150, saving installation space and discharging the filtered impurities out of the system through the drain port 170.

[0039] Preferably, the pipe body 110 is provided with a water outlet 130 and a water inlet 120, so that the pipe body 110 can be better connected to the liquid cooling unit. At the same time, a plurality of shunt interfaces 140 are provided to connect and install auxiliary parts, so that these auxiliary parts do not need to be connected to additional pipelines and other connection structures, making the overall integration degree higher, reducing the risk of liquid leakage after the connection of different auxiliary parts, and thus improving the overall practicability. At the same time, a water replenishing port 160 and a drain port 170 are provided on the pipe body 110. The drain port 170 is used to discharge excess solution and impurities filtered by the filtering device 150. The water replenishing port 160 is used to replenish the required solution into the main water pipe. The water replenishing port 160 can also be connected to an extended system such as a water replenishing system for automatic water replenishment. And a filtering device 150 is also provided, so that the filtering device 150 does not require an additional installation structure, saving installation space and reducing the risk of welding liquid leakage. By integrating these structures onto the water pipe, the installation is more convenient and fast, and it is also convenient for subsequent maintenance and inspection, improving the overall practicability. Different auxiliary parts can also be installed through a plurality of shunt interfaces 140 to meet different functional requirements of the unit, improving the compatibility and practicability of the integrated water pipe.

[0040] Specifically, the auxiliary parts include one or a combination of a pressure sensor, an exhaust valve, an expansion tank, a bypass water pipe, and a temperature sensor.

[0041] Preferably, by setting different types of auxiliary parts to be installed on the water pipe, these auxiliary parts can form different combinations to meet different usage requirements, making the overall practicability of the unit stronger.

[0042] Specifically, the integrated water pipe further includes: mounting structures are provided on the water outlet 130 and the water inlet 120, and the mounting structures are used to connect to the liquid cooling unit.

[0043] Preferably, by providing mounting structures on the water outlet 130 and the water inlet 120, the integrated water pipe is more convenient and fast to connect to the unit through the mounting structures, and at the same time, the connection between the water outlet 130 and the water inlet 120 and the unit is also simpler, improving the connection and installation efficiency, and it is also convenient for subsequent disassembly and maintenance.

[0044] Specifically, the integrated water pipe further includes: a first connection part 111, and the first connection part 111 is provided with a water inlet 120; a second connection part 112, the second connection part 112 is connected to the first connection part 111, and a filtering device 150 is provided inside the second connection part 112; a third connection part 113, the third connection part 113 is connected to the second connection part 112, and the third connection part 113 is provided with a water outlet 130.

[0045] Preferably, by providing three connection parts, setting the water inlet 120 on the first connection part 111, setting the filtering device 150 inside the second connection part 112, and setting the water outlet 130 on the third connection part 113, these components will not affect each other. At the same time, through the setting of the three components, it is more convenient and fast to install other components, and at the same time, the integration degree of different components is higher during subsequent installation.

[0046] Specifically, the integrated water pipe further includes: the first connection part 111 is provided with a first side 114; a plurality of branch interfaces 140 are arranged on the first side 114.

[0047] Preferably, by providing the first connection part 111 with a first side 114 and arranging a plurality of branch interfaces 140 on the first side 114, in an arranged manner, the plurality of branch interfaces 140 will not affect each other, and thus the auxiliary parts installed on different branch interfaces 140 will not interfere with each other, improving the practicability and safety of the integrated water pipe. At the same time, the arranged manner makes the installation more convenient, and it is also convenient to repair the auxiliary parts on each branch interface 140 subsequently, improving the practicability of the integrated water pipe.

[0048] Specifically, the integrated water pipe further includes: the second connection part 112 is provided with a first accommodation cavity 115; the filtering device 150 is arranged in the first accommodation cavity 115, and a drain port 170 communicates with the first accommodation cavity 115 and is arranged close to the filtering device 150.

[0049] Preferably, by arranging the filtering device 150 in the first accommodation cavity 115 of the second connection part 112 and arranging the drain port 170 on one side close to the filtering device 150, the impurities filtered by the filtering device 150 can be discharged through the drain port 170 as soon as possible, and will not stay in the first accommodation cavity 115 and inside the water pipe, thereby preventing the heat exchanger or the pipeline from getting clogged, and ensuring the reliable operation of the liquid cooling unit.

[0050] Specifically, the integrated water pipe further includes: the third connection part 113 is provided with a first part 113a and a second part 113b, the first part 113a is connected to the second connection part 112, and the second part 113b is bent relative to the first part 113a and a water replenishing port 160 is arranged on the first part 113a.

[0051] Preferably, by providing that the third connecting portion 113 has a first portion 113a and a second portion 113b, and the second portion 113b is bent relative to the first portion 113a, the water outlet 130 can discharge water more conveniently in a bent manner. At the same time, the bent arrangement can make the utilization rate of the internal installation space higher, improving the overall integration.

[0052] Specifically, the integrated water pipe further includes: a water replenishing port 160 and a drain port 170 are provided on the side opposite to the first side 114.

[0053] Preferably, by providing the water replenishing port 160 and the drain port 170 on the side opposite to the first side 114, that is, on the side opposite to the plurality of branch interfaces 140, the spaces on both sides of the integrated water pipe can be fully utilized, and the drain port 170 and the water replenishing port 160 can better perform their respective functions, improving the practicality of the overall integrated water pipe.

[0054] Specifically, the integrated water pipe further includes: the diameter of the second connecting portion 112 is larger than the diameters of the first connecting portion 111 and the third connecting portion 113.

[0055] Preferably, by providing that the diameter of the second connecting portion 112 is large, the filtering device 150 in the second connecting portion 112 can filter better. At the same time, it can also better prevent impurities from entering other pipes, improving the cleanliness inside the pipes and avoiding pipe blockage, which may affect the normal operation of the unit.

[0056] Finally, it should be noted that: the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, rather than to limit it; although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those of ordinary skill in the art should understand that: they can still modify the technical solutions recorded in the foregoing embodiments, or perform equivalent replacements for some of the technical features; and these modifications or replacements do not make the essence of the corresponding technical solutions deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention.

Claims

1. An integrated water pipe suitable for a liquid cooling unit, characterized in that: The integrated water pipe comprises: A pipe body (110), wherein the pipe body (110) is provided with a water outlet (130) and a water inlet (120); A plurality of branch interfaces (140), the plurality of branch interfaces (140) being arranged on the tube body (110), and the plurality of branch interfaces (140) being used for installing auxiliary components; A filter device (150), wherein the filter device (150) is disposed in the tube body (110); A water replenishment port (160), wherein the water replenishment port (160) is disposed on the tube body (110); A water drain port (170), wherein the water drain port (170) is disposed on a side of the tube body (110) close to the water replenishment port (160).

2. The integrated water pipe for a liquid cooling unit according to claim 1, characterized in that: The auxiliary parts include: one or a combination of a pressure sensor, an exhaust valve, an expansion water tank, a bypass water pipe and a temperature sensor.

3. The integrated water pipe for a liquid cooling unit according to claim 1, characterized in that: The integrated water pipe also includes: The water outlet (130) and the water inlet (120) are provided with mounting structures, and the mounting structures are used to be connected to a liquid cooling unit.

4. The integrated water pipe for a liquid cooling unit according to claim 1, characterized in that: The integrated water pipe also includes: A first connecting portion (111), wherein the first connecting portion (111) is provided with a water inlet (120); A second connecting portion (112), the second connecting portion (112) being connected to the first connecting portion (111), and a filtering device (150) being provided in the second connecting portion (112); A third connection part (113), wherein the third connection part (113) is connected to the second connection part (112), and the third connection part (113) is provided with a water outlet (130).

5. The integrated water pipe for a liquid cooling unit according to claim 4, characterized in that: The integrated water pipe also includes: The first connecting portion (111) is provided with a first side (114); The plurality of branch interfaces (140) are arranged on the first side (114).

6. The integrated water pipe for a liquid cooling unit according to claim 5, characterized in that: The integrated water pipe also includes: The second connecting portion (112) is provided with a first accommodating cavity (115); The filter device (150) is disposed in the first accommodating chamber (115), and the drain port (170) is connected to the first accommodating chamber (115) and is disposed close to the filter device (150).

7. The integrated water pipe for a liquid cooling unit according to claim 6, characterized in that: The integrated water pipe also includes: The third connecting portion (113) is provided with a first portion (113a) and a second portion (113b), wherein the first portion (113a) is connected to the second connecting portion (112), and the second portion (113b) is bent relative to the first portion (113a). Furthermore, the water replenishment port (160) is provided in the first portion (113a).

8. The integrated water pipe for a liquid cooling unit according to claim 7, characterized in that: The integrated water pipe also includes: The water replenishment port (160) and the water discharge port (170) are arranged on opposite sides of the first side (114).

9. The integrated water pipe for a liquid cooling unit according to claim 8, characterized in that: The integrated water pipe also includes: The diameter of the second connecting portion (112) is greater than the diameters of the first connecting portion (111) and the second connecting portion (112).