Server liquid cooling pipeline rapid plugging sealing connection structure

By employing a pluggable connection structure and a multi-layer sealing design, the problems of difficult connection operations and easy wear of seals in server liquid cooling pipes have been solved, achieving rapid connection and efficient sealing, and reducing the risk of leakage.

CN223550014UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-14SHANGHAI XINHUI ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202522145723.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-10-11
Publication Date
2025-11-14
Estimated Expiration
2035-10-11

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Technical Problem

Existing server liquid cooling pipe connections require tools for tightening, which is difficult and the sealing structure is prone to wear, resulting in a high risk of leakage.

Method used

It adopts a plug-in connection structure, utilizing elastic snaps and a multi-layer sealing structure, including a lip seal, a first sealing ring and a second sealing ring, combined with a nut and a screw for fixation, to achieve quick plug-in connection and multi-layer sealing.

Benefits of technology

It improved connection efficiency, reduced server maintenance time, ensured the sealing and reliability of pipe connections, and prevented leakage.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a server liquid cooling pipeline rapid plugging sealing connection structure, and relates to the server liquid cooling pipeline technology field, and the server liquid cooling pipeline rapid plugging sealing connection structure comprises a main body mechanism, and a connection end of the main body mechanism is provided with a connection mechanism; the connecting mechanism comprises a water inlet connecting pipe and a water outlet connecting pipe, and inserting pipes are fixedly installed at one end of the water inlet connecting pipe and one end of the water outlet connecting pipe. According to the utility model, through the arrangement of the plug-in type pipeline connection structure, the time consumption for screwing a large number of bolts in flange connection is avoided, the connection efficiency is improved, the server maintenance time is shortened, in the connection, the insertion pipe is inserted into the insertion groove, and the elastic buckle is arranged to be clamped with the clamping groove, so that the rapid insertion is realized; the fixing cable tie is arranged at the connecting position of the pipeline, the fixing cable tie is wound by rotating the connecting shaft to be attached to the surface wall of the pipeline, the nut is in threaded connection with the screw, and the connecting position is fixed.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of server liquid cooling pipeline technology, and in particular to a quick-plug sealing connection structure for server liquid cooling pipelines. Background Technology

[0002] A server is a dedicated IT device in a network environment that provides computing power and runs software applications. Its core functions include data storage, request processing, resource allocation, and security.

[0003] Servers generate heat during operation, and excessive heat can adversely affect internal components, impacting response speed and resulting in a poor user experience. Therefore, a combination of air cooling and liquid cooling is used to dissipate heat from servers. In liquid cooling systems, liquid cooling pipes play a crucial role in heat dissipation, acting as coolant transport and heat exchangers.

[0004] In existing technologies, server liquid cooling pipes are connected using traditional flange connections, which require tools to tighten. This is difficult to operate in the confined space of a server, and each connection takes a long time. Furthermore, the sealing structure at the connection point is mostly an O-ring seal, which is prone to wear and tear on the seal due to long-term vibration of the server fan, resulting in a high risk of leakage. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to solve the problems in the existing technology where server liquid cooling pipes are connected using traditional flange connections, which require tools to tighten, making operation difficult in the confined space of a server, and each connection takes a long time. Furthermore, the sealing structure at the connection point is mostly an O-ring seal, which is prone to wear and leakage due to long-term vibration of the server fan. Therefore, this utility model proposes a quick-plug sealing connection structure for server liquid cooling pipes.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: It includes a main body structure, the connecting end of which is provided with a connecting mechanism; the connecting mechanism includes an inlet connecting pipe and an outlet connecting pipe, each end of which is fixedly fitted with a tube; the outer walls of both tubes are provided with a set of mounting grooves, and elastic buckles are fixedly installed inside the two sets of mounting grooves; the outer walls of both tubes are fitted with a set of lip seals and a second sealing ring, and the two second sealing rings are respectively fixedly connected to one end of the inlet connecting pipe and the outlet connecting pipe.

[0007] Preferably, the main structure includes a server body, the server body is provided with a liquid cooling circulation pipe, and the two ends of the liquid cooling circulation pipe are respectively connected to an inlet pipe and an outlet pipe.

[0008] Preferably, both the inlet pipe and the outlet pipe have slots inside, and both have sealing grooves inside.

[0009] Preferably, the inner walls of both the inlet pipe and the outlet pipe are provided with a set of slots, and one end of each slot is provided with a first sealing ring.

[0010] Preferably, the outer walls of the inlet pipe and the outlet pipe are fitted with fixing straps, and one end of each fixing strap is fixedly connected to the outer walls of the inlet pipe and the outlet pipe, respectively.

[0011] Preferably, a first fixing block is fixedly installed on the outer wall of both the water inlet pipe and the water outlet pipe, and a connecting shaft is inserted into the interior of each of the two first fixing blocks, and the connecting shaft is rotatably connected to the first fixing block.

[0012] Preferably, one end of each of the two connecting shafts is fixedly connected to a screw, and the other end of each of the two fixing straps is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the two connecting shafts respectively.

[0013] Preferably, a second fixing block is fixedly installed on the outer wall of both the water inlet connecting pipe and the water outlet connecting pipe, and a gasket is installed on one side of each of the two second fixing blocks.

[0014] Preferably, the two tubes are respectively inserted into the interior of the two slots, the elastic buckle engages with the slot, and the two fixing straps are respectively disposed on the outer wall of the water inlet connection pipe and the water outlet connection pipe.

[0015] Preferably, the lip seal is disposed inside the sealing groove, the connecting shaft passes through the interior of the second fixing block, and the outer wall of the screw is threaded with a nut.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and positive effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0017] 1. In this utility model, by setting a plug-in pipe connection structure, the time spent on tightening a large number of bolts in flange connection is avoided, the connection efficiency is improved, and the server maintenance time is reduced. In the connection, the plug is inserted into the inside of the slot, and the elastic buckle is set to engage with the slot to achieve quick plugging. After the connection is completed, the fixing cable tie is set at the pipe connection. The fixing cable tie is rolled up by rotating the connecting shaft to make it fit the pipe surface wall. The connection part is fixed by using the nut and the screw thread connection.

[0018] 2. In this utility model, by setting up a multi-layer sealing structure and pressure adaptive design, the first sealing ring is used to seal the junction area between the insertion pipe and the water inlet pipe and the water outlet pipe, and the second sealing ring is used to seal the connection between the water inlet pipe, the water outlet pipe and the water inlet connection pipe and the water outlet connection pipe. Then, the lip seal is set inside the sealing groove to adapt to the shape and pressure of the sealing groove, ensuring the reliability of the pipe connection seal and avoiding leakage due to seal failure. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 A perspective view of a quick-plug sealing connection structure for server liquid cooling pipes is provided for this utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 A cross-sectional view of a quick-plug sealing connection structure for server liquid cooling pipes is provided in this utility model.

[0021] Figure 3 A perspective view of the main structure in a quick-plug sealing connection structure for server liquid cooling pipes is provided for this utility model.

[0022] Figure 4 This utility model proposes a quick-plug sealing connection structure for server liquid cooling pipes. Figure 3 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0023] Figure 5 This utility model presents a perspective view of the connection mechanism in a quick-plug sealing connection structure for server liquid cooling pipes.

[0024] Legend: 1. Main body; 101. Server body; 102. Water inlet pipe; 103. Water outlet pipe; 104. Slot; 105. Sealing groove; 106. Slot; 107. First sealing ring; 108. Fixing strap; 109. First fixing block; 110. Connecting shaft; 111. Screw; 2. Connecting mechanism; 201. Water inlet connecting pipe; 202. Water outlet connecting pipe; 203. Insert pipe; 204. Mounting groove; 205. Elastic buckle; 206. Lip seal; 207. Second sealing ring; 208. Second fixing block; 209. Gasket; 210. Nut. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To better understand the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this utility model, the present utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.

[0026] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed in the following specification.

[0027] Example 1: As Figures 1-5 As shown, this utility model provides a quick-plug sealing connection structure for server liquid cooling pipes, including: a main body 1, and a connection mechanism 2 provided at the connection end of the main body 1; the connection mechanism 2 includes an inlet connection pipe 201 and an outlet connection pipe 202, and an insertion pipe 203 is fixedly installed at one end of both the inlet connection pipe 201 and the outlet connection pipe 202. A set of mounting grooves 204 are opened on the outer wall of both insertion pipes 203, and elastic buckles 205 are fixedly installed inside the two sets of mounting grooves 204. A set of lip seals 206 and second sealing rings 207 are sleeved on the outer wall of both insertion pipes 203, and the two second sealing rings 207 are fixedly connected to one end of the inlet connection pipe 201 and the outlet connection pipe 202, respectively.

[0028] The overall effect of Embodiment 1 is that by installing inserts 203 at one end of the inlet pipe 201 and the outlet pipe 202, the two inserts 203 are inserted into the inlet pipe 102 and the outlet pipe 103 respectively during the connection process, achieving rapid splicing. In the pipe connection and fixing design, a set of installation grooves 204 are opened on the outer wall of the two inserts 203. Elastic buckles 205 are fixedly installed inside the two sets of installation grooves 204. When the insert 203 is inserted into the slot 104, the elastic buckle 205 is pressed back into the installation groove 204. When it is installed in place, the elastic buckle 205 is engaged with the slot 106 to achieve rapid fixing. In the sealing design, lip seals 206 are provided on the outer walls of both insertion tubes 203. After the water inlet connection tube 201 and water outlet connection tube 202 are connected to the water inlet tube 102 and water outlet tube 103, the lip seals 206 on the outer walls of the two insertion tubes 203 are respectively set inside the two sealing grooves 105. The pressure adaptive lip structure effectively ensures the reliability of the pipe connection seal and avoids leakage due to seal failure.

[0029] Example 2: Figures 1-5As shown, the main body 1 includes a server body 101. The server body 101 has an internal liquid cooling circulation pipe, with an inlet pipe 102 and an outlet pipe 103 connected to both ends of the liquid cooling circulation pipe. Both the inlet pipe 102 and the outlet pipe 103 have slots 104 and sealing grooves 105. The inner walls of both the inlet pipe 102 and the outlet pipe 103 have a set of slots 106, and one end of each slot 104 is provided with a first sealing ring 107. The outer walls of both the inlet pipe 102 and the outlet pipe 103 are fitted with fixing straps 108, one end of each strap being fixedly connected to the outer walls of the inlet pipe 102 and the outlet pipe 103. The outer walls of both the inlet pipe 102 and the outlet pipe 103 are fixedly mounted with first fixing blocks 109. The inner walls of the two first fixing blocks 109... Each part is equipped with a connecting shaft 110, which is rotatably connected to the first fixing block 109; one end of each of the two connecting shafts 110 is fixedly connected to a screw 111, and the other end of each of the two fixing straps 108 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the two connecting shafts 110 respectively; the outer wall of the water inlet connecting pipe 201 and the water outlet connecting pipe 202 is fixedly installed with a second fixing block 208, and a gasket 209 is installed on one side of each of the two second fixing blocks 208; two inserts 203 are respectively inserted into the interior of two slots 104, and elastic buckles 205 are engaged with slots 106; two fixing straps 108 are respectively set on the outer wall of the water inlet connecting pipe 201 and the water outlet connecting pipe 202; a lip seal 206 is set inside the sealing groove 105, the connecting shaft 110 passes through the interior of the second fixing block 208, and a nut 210 is threadedly connected to the outer wall of the screw 111.

[0030] The overall effect of Embodiment 2 is that by placing the liquid cooling circulation pipe inside the server body 101, and connecting the inlet pipe 102 and outlet pipe 103 at both ends of the liquid cooling circulation pipe, it is easy to connect to external pipes and form a closed liquid cooling circulation pipe system. Both the inlet pipe 102 and the outlet pipe 103 have slots 104 inside, facilitating insertion into external pipes and improving the strength of the sealed connection. The end of the slot 104 is provided with a first sealing ring 107, which improves the sealing performance at the connection point when connected to external pipes. When connecting the external liquid cooling pipe to the inlet pipe 102 and the outlet pipe 103, the insertion pipes 203, which are fixedly installed at one end of the inlet connecting pipe 201 and the outlet connecting pipe 202, are respectively inserted into the slots 104 inside the inlet pipe 102 and the outlet pipe 103, thus achieving the pipe connection. Sealing grooves 105 are provided inside the inlet pipe 102 and the outlet pipe 103. After the connection is in place, the lip seals 206 on the outer walls of the two insert pipes 203 are respectively set inside the two sealing grooves 105. At the same time, the junction of the insert pipe 203 with the inlet pipe 102 and the outlet pipe 103 is sealed with a first sealing ring 107, and the junction of the inlet pipe 102 and the outlet pipe 103 with the inlet connecting pipe 201 and the outlet connecting pipe 202 is sealed with a second sealing ring 207. The multi-layer sealing structure plus the pressure-adaptive lip structure effectively ensures the reliability of the pipe connection seal and avoids leakage due to seal failure. After the connection is completed, the fixing cable ties 108 are set in the connection area of ​​the water inlet pipe 102, the water inlet connecting pipe 201 and the water outlet pipe 103, the water outlet connecting pipe 202. During the connection, the connecting shaft 110 is inserted into the second fixing block 208. By rotating one end of the connecting shaft 110, the fixing cable ties 108 are wound up so that the fixing cable ties 108 fits against the outer wall of the pipe, increasing the reliability of the connection. Then, the nut 210 is used to connect and fix the screw 111 installed at one end of the connecting shaft 110, thereby improving the connection efficiency and reducing the server maintenance time.

[0031] Working principle: In the design of this server liquid cooling pipe connection structure, the liquid cooling circulation pipe is first placed inside the server body 101. An inlet pipe 102 and an outlet pipe 103 are connected to both ends of the liquid cooling circulation pipe to facilitate connection to external pipes, forming a closed liquid cooling circulation pipe system. Both the inlet pipe 102 and the outlet pipe 103 have slots 104 inside to facilitate insertion into external pipes, improving the strength of the sealed connection. The end of the slot 104 is provided with a first sealing ring 107 to improve the sealing performance at the connection point when connected to external pipes.

[0032] When connecting the external liquid cooling pipe to the inlet pipe 102 and the outlet pipe 103, the inserts 203, which are fixedly installed at one end of the inlet connecting pipe 201 and the outlet connecting pipe 202, are respectively inserted into the slots 104 opened inside the inlet pipe 102 and the outlet pipe 103 to achieve the connection of the pipes. The inlet pipe 102 and the outlet pipe 103 have sealing grooves 105 inside. After the connection is in place, the lip seals 206 on the outer walls of the two inserts 203 are respectively set inside the two sealing grooves 105. At the same time, the junction of the insert 203 with the inlet pipe 102 and the outlet pipe 103 is sealed with a first sealing ring 107, and the junction of the inlet pipe 102 and the outlet pipe 103 with the inlet connecting pipe 201 and the outlet connecting pipe 202 is sealed with a second sealing ring 207. The multi-layer sealing structure plus the pressure-adaptive lip structure effectively ensures the reliability of the pipe connection seal and avoids leakage due to seal failure.

[0033] In the pipe connection and fixing design, each of the two insertion tubes 203 has a set of installation grooves 204 on its outer wall. Each of the two sets of installation grooves 204 has a fixed elastic buckle 205 inside. When the insertion tube 203 is inserted into the slot 104, the elastic buckle 205 is compressed and retracts into the installation groove 204. After installation, the elastic buckle 205 engages with the slot 106 to achieve quick fixing. Simultaneously, a fixing cable tie 108 is placed in the connection area of ​​the inlet pipe 102, the inlet connecting pipe 201, the outlet pipe 103, and the outlet connecting pipe 202. During connection, the connecting shaft 110 is inserted inside the second fixing block 208. By rotating one end of the connecting shaft 110, the fixing cable tie 108 is wound up, causing the fixing cable tie 108 to fit against the outer wall of the pipe, increasing the reliability of the connection. Finally, a nut 210 is used to thread the connection to the screw 111 installed at one end of the connecting shaft 110, improving connection efficiency and reducing server maintenance time.

[0034] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model in any other way. Any person skilled in the art may make changes or modifications to the above-disclosed technical content to create equivalent embodiments for application in other fields. However, any simple modifications, equivalent changes, and modifications made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present utility model without departing from the technical solution of the present utility model shall still fall within the protection scope of the technical solution of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A quick-plug sealing connection structure for server liquid cooling pipes, characterized in that, include: The main body (1) is provided with a connecting mechanism (2) at its connecting end. The connecting mechanism (2) includes an inlet connecting pipe (201) and an outlet connecting pipe (202). One end of the inlet connecting pipe (201) and the outlet connecting pipe (202) is fixedly installed with a tube (203). The outer walls of the two tubes (203) are provided with a set of mounting grooves (204). The interior of the two sets of mounting grooves (204) is fixedly installed with elastic buckles (205). The outer walls of the two tubes (203) are fitted with a set of lip seals (206) and a second sealing ring (207). The two second sealing rings (207) are fixedly connected to one end of the inlet connecting pipe (201) and the outlet connecting pipe (202), respectively.

2. The server liquid cooling pipe quick-plug sealing connection structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main body (1) includes a server body (101), and the server body (101) is provided with a liquid cooling circulation pipe inside, and the two ends of the liquid cooling circulation pipe are respectively connected to a water inlet pipe (102) and a water outlet pipe (103).

3. The server liquid cooling pipe quick-plug sealing connection structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The inlet pipe (102) and outlet pipe (103) are both provided with slots (104), and the inlet pipe (102) and outlet pipe (103) are both provided with sealing grooves (105).

4. The server liquid cooling pipe quick-plug sealing connection structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: The inner walls of the water inlet pipe (102) and the water outlet pipe (103) are provided with a set of slots (106), and one end of each of the two slots (104) is provided with a first sealing ring (107).

5. The server liquid cooling pipe quick-plug sealing connection structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: The outer walls of the inlet pipe (102) and the outlet pipe (103) are fitted with fixing straps (108), and one end of each fixing strap (108) is fixedly connected to the outer walls of the inlet pipe (102) and the outlet pipe (103), respectively.

6. The server liquid cooling pipe quick-plug sealing connection structure according to claim 5, characterized in that: The outer walls of the water inlet pipe (102) and the water outlet pipe (103) are both fixedly equipped with first fixing blocks (109), and the two first fixing blocks (109) are each inserted with a connecting shaft (110), which is rotatably connected to the first fixing blocks (109).

7. The server liquid cooling pipe quick-plug sealing connection structure according to claim 6, characterized in that: One end of each of the two connecting shafts (110) is fixedly connected to a screw (111), and the other end of each of the two fixing straps (108) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the two connecting shafts (110).

8. The server liquid cooling pipe quick-plug sealing connection structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: The outer walls of the water inlet connecting pipe (201) and the water outlet connecting pipe (202) are both fixedly installed with second fixing blocks (208), and gaskets (209) are installed on one side of each of the two second fixing blocks (208).

9. The server liquid cooling pipe quick-plug sealing connection structure according to claim 5, characterized in that: The two tubes (203) are respectively inserted into the two slots (104), the elastic buckle (205) is engaged with the slot (106), and the two fixing straps (108) are respectively set on the outer wall of the water inlet connection pipe (201) and the water outlet connection pipe (202).

10. A quick-plug sealing connection structure for server liquid cooling pipes according to claim 8, characterized in that: The lip seal (206) is disposed inside the sealing groove (105), the connecting shaft (110) passes through the interior of the second fixing block (208), and the outer wall of the screw (111) is threaded with a nut (210).