Hot plug cooling unit structure

Abstract

The utility model relates to a hot-plug cooling unit structure, which comprises a shell in which an accommodating space is arranged; the shell comprises a lower shell, an upper cover and a front plate, the upper cover is detachably arranged at the upper end of the lower shell, the front plate is arranged at the side end of the lower shell, and the lower shell, the front plate and the upper cover jointly define a containing space; the pump driving module is arranged in the accommodating space, and the pump driving module is inserted into the shell in a sliding manner; the electric control module is arranged in the containing space, the electric control module is inserted into the shell in a sliding mode, and the pump driving module is electrically connected to the electric control module; the front ends of the electric control module and the pump driving module are fixedly connected with one front plate; and the power supply module is arranged in the containing space, the electric control module is detachably and electrically connected to the power supply module, and the power supply module is used for supplying power to the electric control module and the pump driving module. By adopting the structure, the hot plug of the electric control module under the condition of uninterruptible power supply and the direct replacement of the pump drive module under the condition of uninterruptible power supply are realized, the replacement efficiency of the pump drive module is improved, and the maintenance and replacement process is simple and convenient.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of cooling unit technology, and specifically to a hot-swappable cooling unit structure. Background Technology

[0002] Driven by artificial intelligence technology, the power consumption of AI computing chips is constantly increasing, and servers urgently need more efficient heat dissipation methods. Embedded cooling units (ECUs) are cooling unit products embedded in server racks, used to provide cooling fluid and temperature control for ICT functional equipment such as servers or switches. In ordinary embedded cooling units, when replacing or maintaining the water pump, it is necessary to first disconnect the power and water supply, then pull out the cooling unit, open the top cover, and then loosen the chucks at both ends of the water pump to replace it. The maintenance process is inconvenient and the replacement efficiency is low.

[0003] Therefore, there is an urgent need to provide a hot-swappable cooling unit structure to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the shortcomings and defects of the prior art and provide a hot-swappable cooling unit structure that enables hot-swapping of the electronic control module without power interruption and direct replacement of the pump drive module without power interruption, thereby improving the replacement efficiency of the pump drive module and simplifying the maintenance and replacement process.

[0005] The objective of this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0006] A hot-swappable cooling unit structure, characterized in that it comprises:

[0007] The housing includes a lower shell, an upper cover, and a front plate. The upper cover is detachably disposed at the upper end of the lower shell, and the front plate is disposed at the side end of the lower shell. The lower shell, the front plate, and the upper cover together enclose and form the accommodating space.

[0008] A pump drive module is disposed in the accommodating space, and the pump drive module is slidably inserted into the housing;

[0009] An electronic control module is disposed in the accommodating space. The electronic control module is slidably inserted into the housing, and the pump drive module is electrically connected to the electronic control module. The front panel is provided with multiple sets, and the front ends of the electronic control module and the pump drive module are fixedly connected to one of the front panels.

[0010] A power supply module is located in the accommodating space. The electronic control module is detachably electrically connected to the power supply module. The power supply module is used to supply power to the electronic control module and the pump drive module.

[0011] Optionally, the pump drive module includes a pump and a filter, and the pump drive module is provided in two sets, both sets of which are electrically connected to the electronic control module.

[0012] Optionally, the electrical control module includes a control board, a power interface, a communication interface, a circuit breaker, and a contactor. The control board is connected to the circuit breaker, and both the power interface and the communication interface are connected to the control board. The power interface is used to connect to the pump drive module.

[0013] Optionally, the electronic control module further includes a power connector, one end of which is connected to the control board, and the other end is detachably connected to the power supply module via pins.

[0014] Optionally, the hot-swappable cooling unit structure further includes an exhaust valve connected to the pump drive module for venting the pump drive module.

[0015] Optionally, a handle is fixedly provided at the front end of the front panel.

[0016] Optionally, the hot-swappable cooling unit structure further includes a voltage regulator module and a water supply module. The water supply module includes a water supply tank, a water supply pump, and a piping assembly. The voltage regulator module includes an expansion tank. The water supply module and the pump drive module are connected at the inlet. The voltage regulator module is connected to the inlet end of the pump drive module.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] In this invention, the housing contains an accommodating space, within which the pump drive module, electrical control module, and power supply module are all housed. The housing includes a lower shell, a top cover, and a front plate. The top cover is detachably connected to the upper end of the lower shell for easy installation, testing, and maintenance of internal components. The front plate is located on the side of the lower shell, and the lower shell, front plate, and top cover together enclose and form the accommodating space. The pump drive module is located within the accommodating space and is slidably inserted into the housing. This pump drive module is used to connect to the heat dissipation module and functional equipment to form a closed liquid cooling circulation loop. The electrical control module is located within the accommodating space and is slidably inserted into the housing. The pump drive module is electrically connected to the electrical control module. The module consists of multiple front panels, with the front ends of both the electronic control module and the pump drive module fixedly connected to one front panel. Both modules are slidably inserted into the housing, allowing for hot-swapping under high current conditions via the front panel, thus improving replacement efficiency. A power supply module is located within the housing, and the electronic control module is detachably electrically connected to it. The power supply module powers both the electronic control module and the pump drive module. This configuration enables hot-swapping of the electronic control module without power interruption and direct replacement of the pump drive module without power interruption, improving replacement efficiency and simplifying the maintenance and replacement process. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model.

[0020] Figure 2 This is a front view of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 3 This is a top view of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the top cover removal structure of this utility model.

[0023] The above figures include the following reference numerals:

[0024] 1. Housing; 11. Accommodation space; 12. Lower housing; 13. Upper cover; 14. Front panel; 2. Pump drive module; 21. Pump; 22. Filter; 3. Electrical control module; 31. Power connector; 4. Exhaust valve; 5. Handle; 6. Power supply module. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the embodiments and accompanying drawings, but the implementation of the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0026] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "equipped with," "connected," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0027] This utility model proposes a hot-swappable cooling unit structure.

[0028] Reference Figures 1 to 4 In this embodiment, it includes:

[0029] The housing 1 has an accommodating space 11 inside; the housing 1 includes a lower shell 12, an upper cover 13 and a front plate 14. The upper cover 13 is detachably disposed at the upper end of the lower shell 12, and the front plate 14 is disposed at the side end of the lower shell 12. The lower shell 12, the front plate 14 and the upper cover 13 together enclose and form the accommodating space 11.

[0030] Pump drive module 2 is disposed in the accommodating space 11 and is slidably inserted into the housing 1;

[0031] The electronic control module 3 is located in the accommodating space 11. The electronic control module 3 is slidably inserted into the housing 1, and the pump drive module 2 is electrically connected to the electronic control module 3. The front panel 14 is provided with multiple sets, and the front ends of the electronic control module 3 and the pump drive module 2 are fixedly connected to a front panel 14.

[0032] The power supply module 6 is located in the accommodating space 11. The electrical control module 3 is detachably electrically connected to the power supply module 6. The power supply module 6 is used to supply power to the electrical control module 3 and the pump drive module 2.

[0033] Optionally, in this embodiment, the hot-swappable cooling unit structure includes a housing 1, a pump drive module 2, an electronic control module 3, and a power supply module 6. The housing 1 has an accommodating space 11, within which the pump drive module 2, electronic control module 3, and power supply module 6 are all housed. The housing 1 includes a lower housing 12, an upper cover 13, and a front plate 14. The upper cover 13 is detachably connected to the upper end of the lower housing 12, facilitating the opening of the upper cover 13 for the installation, testing, and maintenance of internal components. The front plate 14 is located on the lower housing. The lower shell 12, front panel 14, and upper cover 13 together enclose and form an accommodating space 11; the pump drive module 2 is disposed in the accommodating space 11 and is slidably inserted into the shell 1. The pump drive module 2 is used to connect to the heat dissipation module and functional equipment to form a closed liquid cooling circulation loop, thereby delivering cooling medium to each liquid cooling node to complete heat dissipation; the electronic control module 3 is disposed in the accommodating space 11 and is slidably inserted into the shell 1, and the pump drive module 2 is electrically connected to the electronic control module. Block 3, i.e., the electrical control module 3, is used to control the power switch of the pump drive module 2, thereby controlling the pump drive module. The front panel 14 has multiple sets, and the front ends of both the electrical control module 3 and the pump drive module 2 are fixedly connected to one of the front panels 14. Both the electrical control module 3 and the pump drive module 2 are slidably inserted into the housing 1. That is, both the electrical control module 3 and the pump drive module 2 can be hot-swapped under high current through the front panel 14, without the need to disconnect the water and power before replacing the pump drive module 2, thus improving replacement efficiency. The power supply module 6 is located in the accommodating space 11, and the electrical control module 3 is detachably electrically connected to the power supply module 6. Therefore, the electrical control module 3 can be hot-swapped under high current without shutting down the power supply module 6. The power supply module 6 is used to supply power to both the electrical control module 3 and the pump drive module 2. Through the above component settings, hot-swapping of the electrical control module 3 without power interruption and direct replacement of the pump drive module 2 without power interruption are realized, improving the replacement efficiency of the pump drive module 2 and simplifying the maintenance and replacement process.

[0034] In this embodiment, the pump-driven module 2 includes a pump 21 and a filter 22, and there are two sets of pump-driven modules 2. Both sets of pump-driven modules 2 are electrically connected to the electronic control module 3. The arrangement of the two sets of pump-driven modules 2 is used to improve cooling efficiency. The pump-driven module 2 is used to connect with the heat dissipation module and functional equipment to form a closed liquid cooling loop. The pump 21 is located at the module inlet, and the water tank provides the medium. After being pressurized by the pump, it is delivered to the system to provide power and maintain the system pressure. The filter 22 is located at the pump outlet to filter impurities in the fluid, thereby protecting the system equipment, preventing blockage and wear, and extending the service life of the equipment. Further, in this embodiment, the hot-swappable cooling unit also includes a pressure stabilizing module and a water supply module. The water supply module includes a water supply tank, a water supply pump, and a pipeline assembly. The pressure stabilizing module includes an expansion tank. The water supply module and the inlet of the pump-driven module are connected. The pressure stabilizing module is connected to the inlet end of the pump-driven module. The pressure stabilizing module is used to absorb fluid and expand to stabilize the system pressure. The water supply module is used to store and replenish fluid to ensure the normal operation of the system.

[0035] In this embodiment, the electronic control module 3 includes a control board, a power interface, a communication interface, and a circuit breaker. The control board, circuit breaker, contactor, and other electrical components are connected together. The power interface and communication interface are connected to the control board. The power interface is used to connect to the pump drive module 2, and the communication interface is used to communicate with the host computer. The electronic control module 3 can adjust the output differential pressure, temperature, and flow rate. Furthermore, in this embodiment, the electronic control module 3 also includes a power connector 31. One end of the power connector 31 is connected to the control board, and the other end is detachably connected to the power supply module 6 via pins. The power connector 31 enables hot-swapping between the electronic control module 3 and the power supply module 6 without power interruption.

[0036] In this embodiment, the hot-swappable cooling unit structure also includes an exhaust valve 4, which is located on top of the pump drive module 2 and is used to exhaust air from the pump drive module 2. The exhaust valve 4 is used to regulate the air pressure in the system. Furthermore, in this embodiment, a handle 5 is fixedly provided at the front end of the front plate 14. The handle 5 at the front end of the front plate 14 facilitates the removal of the pump drive module 2 and the electronic control module 3, enabling hot-swappable replacement of the pump drive module 2 and the electronic control module 3 and improving replacement efficiency.

[0037] It should be noted that the above-described specific embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and the technical principles applied thereunder. Within the scope of the technology disclosed in this utility model, any changes, modifications, substitutions, combinations, or simplifications made by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit and principle of this utility model shall be considered equivalent substitutions and shall be covered within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A hot-swappable cooling unit structure, characterized in that, include: The housing includes a lower shell, an upper cover, and a front plate. The upper cover is detachably disposed at the upper end of the lower shell, and the front plate is disposed at the side end of the lower shell. The lower shell, the front plate, and the upper cover together enclose and form the accommodating space. A pump drive module is disposed in the accommodating space, and the pump drive module is slidably inserted into the housing; An electronic control module is disposed in the accommodating space. The electronic control module is slidably inserted into the housing, and the pump drive module is electrically connected to the electronic control module. The front panel is provided with multiple sets, and the front ends of the electronic control module and the pump drive module are fixedly connected to one of the front panels. A power supply module is located in the accommodating space. The electronic control module is detachably electrically connected to the power supply module. The power supply module is used to supply power to the electronic control module and the pump drive module.

2. The hot-swappable cooling unit structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pump drive module includes a pump and a filter, and there are two sets of the pump drive module, both of which are electrically connected to the electronic control module.

3. The hot-swappable cooling unit structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The electrical control module includes a control board, a power interface, a communication interface, a circuit breaker, and a contactor. The control board is connected to the circuit breaker, and both the power interface and the communication interface are connected to the control board. The power interface is used to connect to the pump drive module.

4. The hot-swappable cooling unit structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The electronic control module also includes a power connector, one end of which is connected to the control board, and the other end is detachably connected to the power supply module via pins.

5. The hot-swappable cooling unit structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The hot-swappable cooling unit structure also includes an exhaust valve, which is located on top of the pump drive module and is used to exhaust air from the pump drive module.

6. The hot-swappable cooling unit structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, A handle is fixedly provided at the front end of the front panel.

7. The hot-swappable cooling unit structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The hot-swappable cooling unit structure also includes a voltage regulator module and a water supply module. The water supply module includes a water supply tank, a water supply pump, and a piping assembly. The voltage regulator module includes an expansion tank. The water supply module and the pump drive module are connected at the inlet. The voltage regulator module is connected to the inlet end of the pump drive module.

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