Support

Abstract

The utility model discloses a support, part of the support is arranged in a case of a server and is used for installing a liquid cooling pipe, the support comprises a first installation structure and a second installation structure which are hinged with each other, and the first installation structure and the second installation structure are buckled with each other. The first mounting structure comprises a first groove, and the second mounting structure comprises a second groove; when the first installation structure and the second installation structure are buckled, the first groove and the second groove are opposite and are used for forming an installation hole, and the installation hole is used for being arranged on the outer side of the liquid cooling pipe in a sleeving mode. According to the support provided by the utility model, the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure which are hinged to each other are arranged, so that the liquid cooling pipe can be limited along the radial direction. Besides, along the axial direction of the liquid cooling pipe, the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure which are hinged to each other are inserted into the case and are detachably connected with the case, so that the liquid cooling pipe is connected with the case, and the mounting convenience of the liquid cooling pipe is effectively improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of server technology, and in particular to a bracket. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of cloud computing and artificial intelligence, the research and development and use of high-performance servers have attracted much attention. However, the more powerful a server's performance and processing capabilities, the higher the heat generated by its internal components. To ensure the reliable operation of servers, current methods mainly involve installing fans inside the server chassis or using coolant to dissipate heat from these components. Specifically, using coolant to dissipate heat from servers typically requires liquid cooling pipes, pipe fittings, and cold plates to deliver the coolant and meet the server's cooling requirements. Furthermore, these liquid cooling pipes usually need to be fixed inside the server chassis. However, due to the considerable length of the liquid cooling pipes, common liquid cooling pipe mounting brackets often require multiple people working together to install, making the installation process quite cumbersome.

[0003] Therefore, improving the ease of installation of liquid cooling pipes has become a problem that urgently needs to be solved by those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content

[0004] This invention provides a bracket to improve the ease of installation of liquid cooling pipes.

[0005] This utility model provides a bracket, part of which is disposed inside a server chassis and used for mounting liquid cooling pipes. The bracket includes a first mounting structure and a second mounting structure hinged together, wherein the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure are interlocked. The first mounting structure includes a first groove, and the second mounting structure includes a second groove. When the first and second mounting structures are interlocked, the first groove and the second groove are opposite to each other and form a mounting hole for fitting onto the outside of the liquid cooling pipe. Along the axial direction of the mounting hole, the first and second mounting structures are inserted into the chassis and are detachably connected to the chassis.

[0006] The bracket provided by this utility model, by setting up a first mounting structure and a second mounting structure that are hinged together, places the liquid cooling pipe in the groove of either mounting structure, and then interlocks the two hinged mounting structures to limit the radial movement of the liquid cooling pipe. Furthermore, along the axial direction of the liquid cooling pipe, the first and second hinged mounting structures are inserted into the chassis and detachably connected to the chassis, thereby effectively improving the ease of installation of the liquid cooling pipe while achieving connection between the liquid cooling pipe and the chassis.

[0007] In one possible implementation of this utility model, the first mounting structure includes a plurality of first grooves arranged in sequence, and the second mounting structure includes a plurality of second grooves arranged in sequence, with the first grooves and second grooves corresponding one-to-one. When the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure are engaged, the one-to-one corresponding first grooves and second grooves will form multiple mounting holes, thus meeting the requirement of simultaneously mounting multiple liquid cooling pipes on the bracket.

[0008] In one possible implementation of this invention, when the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure are engaged, the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure are interlocked. This further improves the ease of installation of the liquid cooling pipe.

[0009] In one possible implementation of this utility model, the first mounting structure includes a first elastic cantilever and a first snap-fit ​​portion, with the open end of the first elastic cantilever extending toward the second mounting structure. The first snap-fit ​​portion is disposed on the first elastic cantilever and protrudes from the surface of the first elastic cantilever on the side opposite to the pivot of the first mounting structure. The second mounting structure is provided with a first through hole, which is used to be positioned opposite to the first snap-fit ​​portion. When the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure are engaged, the first snap-fit ​​portion is used to insert into the first through hole. This simplifies the structure of the bracket while satisfying the snap-fit ​​requirements of the first and second mounting structures.

[0010] In one possible implementation of this utility model, the first mounting structure includes a guide groove, which is close to the first elastic cantilever relative to the rotating shaft. The opening of the guide groove faces the open end of the second mounting structure. The bracket also includes a limiting part, which is disposed at the open end of the second mounting structure; along the direction from the open end of the second mounting structure toward the rotating shaft, the limiting part protrudes from the surface of the second mounting structure and is disposed opposite to the guide groove. When a portion of the limiting part is located at the opening of the guide groove, the first engaging part and the first through hole are spaced apart. When the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure are engaged, a portion of the limiting part is embedded in the guide groove. Using the bracket provided by this utility model, during the engagement of the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure, when the limiting part is located at the opening of the guide groove, the first engaging part and the first through hole are spaced apart. As the limiting part moves along the opening of the guide groove toward the bottom of the guide groove, the first through hole moves toward the first engaging part on the first elastic cantilever, which helps to improve the connection accuracy between the first engaging part and the first through hole.

[0011] In one possible implementation of this utility model, the bracket further includes a limiting structure disposed on the first mounting structure. Along the direction from the first elastic cantilever to the pivot, a portion of the limiting structure is located between the surface of the open end of the first mounting structure and the pivot, and is spaced apart from the surface of the open end of the first mounting structure. When the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure are engaged, the free end of the first elastic cantilever is located between the portion of the limiting structure and the surface of the open end of the first mounting structure; and along the direction from the first elastic cantilever to the pivot, a first gap exists between the free end of the first elastic cantilever and the portion of the limiting structure, the height of which is greater than the height of the first engaging portion. The portion of the limiting structure is used to abut against the free end of the first elastic cantilever.

[0012] Using the bracket provided by this utility model, when it is necessary to open the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure from the snap-fit ​​state, the first elastic cantilever is pressed to make the first snap-fit ​​part disengage from the first through hole, and the free end of the first elastic cantilever abuts against part of the limiting structure to achieve partial limiting of the first elastic cantilever by the limiting structure. This helps to reduce the risk of plastic deformation of the first elastic cantilever during elastic deformation.

[0013] In one possible implementation of this utility model, the first mounting structure includes a guide groove disposed at the free end of the first elastic cantilever; the opening of the guide groove faces the open end of the second mounting structure. The bracket also includes a limiting part disposed at the open end of the second mounting structure and protruding from the surface of the second mounting structure in the direction from the open end of the second mounting structure toward the rotating shaft. The limiting part is disposed opposite to the guide groove. When a portion of the limiting part is located at the opening of the guide groove, the first snap-fit ​​part is spaced apart from the first through hole. Using the bracket provided by this utility model, when the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure are engaged, a portion of the limiting part is embedded in the guide groove. In the direction from the first elastic cantilever to the rotating shaft, the end of the limiting part is located outside the guide groove, and a second gap exists between it and the first elastic cantilever. In the direction from the first elastic cantilever to the rotating shaft, the height of the second gap is greater than the height of the first snap-fit ​​part. The diameter of the end of the limiting part is greater than the width of the guide groove.

[0014] Using the bracket provided by this utility model, when it is necessary to open the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure from the snap-fit ​​state, the first elastic cantilever is pressed to make the first snap-fit ​​part disengage from the first through hole, and the free end of the first elastic cantilever abuts against the end of the limiting part to achieve the limiting of the end of the limiting part on the first elastic cantilever. This helps to reduce the risk of plastic deformation of the first elastic cantilever during the elastic deformation process.

[0015] In one possible implementation of this utility model, the limiting part is an I-beam. When the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure are engaged, a second gap exists between the larger diameter end of the I-beam and the first elastic cantilever along the direction from the first elastic cantilever to the pivot. This simplifies the structure of the limiting part while meeting the limiting requirements of the first elastic cantilever.

[0016] In one possible implementation of this invention, the first mounting structure snaps into the side wall of the chassis. This allows for a detachable connection between the first mounting structure and the chassis, effectively improving the ease of installation and disassembly between the bracket and the chassis.

[0017] In one possible implementation of this utility model, the first mounting structure further includes a second elastic cantilever and a second snap-fit ​​portion, the open end of the second elastic cantilever extending axially along the mounting hole. The second snap-fit ​​portion is disposed on the second elastic cantilever and protrudes from the surface of the second elastic cantilever on the side opposite to the second mounting structure. A second through hole is provided on the side wall of the chassis, extending through the side wall of the chassis along the direction from the second mounting structure to the first mounting structure; the second snap-fit ​​portion is used to insert into the second through hole.

[0018] When the bracket provided by this utility model needs to be removed from the chassis, it is only necessary to press the first elastic cantilever in the direction of the second mounting structure to make the second locking part quickly disengage from the second through hole, thereby effectively improving the ease of bracket disassembly. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a bracket provided by this utility model installed in a chassis;

[0020] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the first state of the bracket provided by this utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of a second state of the bracket provided by this utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A schematic diagram of a structure for mounting liquid cooling pipes;

[0023] Figure 5 for Figure 3 Exploded view of the provided support structure;

[0024] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A magnified view of a portion of the support at point A;

[0025] Figure 7 for Figure 2A schematic diagram of a structure for mounting liquid cooling pipes;

[0026] Figure 8 for Figure 5 A bottom view of the structure at point B of the provided bracket;

[0027] Figure 9 for Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the provided bracket along the Y-axis;

[0028] Figure 10 for Figure 9 A magnified view of point C on the provided support frame;

[0029] Figure 11 Another structural schematic diagram of the bracket provided by this utility model;

[0030] Figure 12 for Figure 11 A magnified view of a portion of point D on the provided support frame;

[0031] Figure 13 for Figure 11 Left view of the structure at point E of the provided bracket;

[0032] Figure 14 for Figure 1 Left view of the structure at point F of the provided bracket and chassis.

[0033] Reference numerals: 01-Chassis; 02-Liquid cooling pipe; 03-Pipe connector; 04-Second through hole; 1-First mounting structure; 11-First groove; 12-First plate; 13-Second plate; 14-Third plate; 141-Notch; 15-First side plate; 16-First elastic cantilever; 17-First snap-fit ​​part; 18-Guide groove; 2-Second mounting structure; 21-Second groove; 22-Fourth plate; 23-Fifth plate; 24-Sixth plate; 25-Second side plate; 26-First through hole; 27-Second elastic cantilever; 28-Second snap-fit ​​part; 3-Mounting hole; 4-Limiting block; 41-Limiting groove; 5-Baffle; 6-Shaft; 7-Limiting part; 8-Limiting structure; 81-First bending part; 82-Second bending part; 9-Handle; 10-Third through hole. Detailed Implementation

[0034] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the exemplary embodiments can be implemented in many forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein. The same reference numerals in the drawings denote the same or similar structures, and therefore repeated descriptions of them will be omitted. The terms expressing position and direction described in the embodiments of this utility model are illustrative based on the accompanying drawings, but changes can be made as needed, and all such changes are included within the protection scope of this utility model. The accompanying drawings of the embodiments of this utility model are only for illustrating relative positional relationships and do not represent actual proportions.

[0035] It should be noted that specific details are set forth in the following description to facilitate understanding of this utility model. However, this utility model can be implemented in many ways other than those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar extensions without departing from the spirit of this utility model. Therefore, this utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0036] With the rapid development of cloud computing and artificial intelligence, the research and development and use of high-performance servers have attracted much attention. However, the more powerful the server's performance and processing capabilities, the higher the heat generated by its internal components. To ensure the reliable operation of servers, currently, the main methods used are to install fans inside the server chassis or to use coolant to dissipate heat from the heat-generating components.

[0037] However, when the power consumption of a single server chip reaches 500W to 1000W, air cooling performance becomes clearly insufficient. Furthermore, with the development of GPU servers, high-performance computing servers, and other equipment, and the increase in power density, higher demands are being placed on the cooling capabilities of data centers.

[0038] Liquid cooling uses coolant instead of traditional air to achieve efficient heat exchange with the server's internal components, which improves server heat dissipation efficiency and the reliability of business systems. Furthermore, liquid cooling has good environmental adaptability, which helps reduce the size of the server and thus the space it occupies.

[0039] Specifically, liquid-cooled servers refer to liquid-injected servers, which dissipate heat through heat exchange. Physically, they can generally be divided into: cold-plate liquid-cooled servers and fully immersion liquid-cooled servers. Cold-plate liquid-cooled servers are more commonly used in data center deployments.

[0040] Liquid cooling components in a cold-plate type liquid-cooled server typically include liquid cooling pipes, pipe fittings, and a cold plate to facilitate coolant delivery and heat exchange, thereby meeting the server's heat dissipation requirements. Furthermore, these liquid cooling pipes usually need to be fixed inside the server chassis. However, due to the considerable length of the liquid cooling pipes, common liquid cooling pipe mounting brackets often require multiple people working together to install, making the installation process quite cumbersome.

[0041] In view of this, the bracket provided by this utility model, by setting two hinged mounting structures, places the liquid cooling pipes in either mounting structure, and then interlocks the two hinged mounting structures to achieve tight fixing of the liquid cooling pipes. Furthermore, along the axial direction of the liquid cooling pipes, the two hinged mounting structures are inserted into the chassis, thereby effectively improving the ease of installation of the liquid cooling pipes while connecting them to the chassis. To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0042] refer to Figure 1 , Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a bracket provided by this utility model installed in a server chassis. The bracket is used to install the liquid cooling pipe 02, and part of the bracket is disposed inside the server chassis 01. Figure 2 As shown, Figure 2 This is a structural diagram illustrating the first state of the bracket. The bracket includes a first mounting structure 1 and a second mounting structure 2 that are hinged together, and the first state of the bracket is the unfolded state of the first mounting structure 1 relative to the second mounting structure 2. (Example) Figure 3 As shown, Figure 3 This is a structural diagram illustrating the second state of the bracket, where the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2 are interlocked. (For reference only.) Figure 2 and Figure 3 The first mounting structure 1 includes a first groove 11, and the second mounting structure 2 includes a second groove 21. When the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2 are engaged, the first groove 11 and the second groove 21 are opposite each other and are used to form a mounting hole 3, such as... Figure 4 As shown, Figure 4 This is a structural diagram illustrating the mounting state of the liquid cooling tube 02. The mounting hole 3 is used to fit around the outside of the liquid cooling tube 02, meaning the sidewall of the mounting hole 3 surrounds the sidewall of the liquid cooling tube 02.

[0043] It is worth mentioning that the sidewall of mounting hole 3 can abut against the sidewall of liquid cooling pipe 02, which helps to improve the installation stability of liquid cooling pipe 02. In addition, a silicone gasket can be placed between mounting hole 3 and liquid cooling pipe 02, which can effectively reduce the risk of the bracket damaging liquid cooling pipe 02.

[0044] When specifically setting up the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2, such as Figure 5 As shown, Figure 5 for Figure 3 An exploded view of the provided bracket. The first mounting structure 1 is exemplarily a sheet metal structure, and includes a first plate 12, a second plate 13, a third plate 14, and a first side plate 15. The second plate 13 is located between and connected to the first plate 12 and the third plate 14. An angle α exists between the first plate 12 and the second plate 13, satisfying 85°≤α≤95°, for example, α=90°. An angle β exists between the third plate 14 and the second plate 13, satisfying 85°≤β≤95°, for example, β=90°. The open ends of both the first plate 12 and the third plate 14 face the second mounting structure 2. The first side plate 15 is connected to the first plate 12, the second plate 13, and the third plate 14. An angle γ exists between the first side plate 15 and the second plate 13, satisfying 85°≤γ≤95°, for example, γ=90°. The first groove 11 can be set on the first side plate 15 and penetrate the surface of the first side wall, while the opening of the first groove 11 faces the second mounting structure 2.

[0045] It is worth mentioning that the bracket also includes multiple limiting blocks 4. Each limiting block 4 can be a block structure with limiting grooves 41. Part of the block structure is connected to the first mounting structure 1, and the limiting grooves 41 of this part of the block structure are coaxial with the first groove 11. Another part of the block structure is connected to the second mounting structure 2, and the limiting grooves 41 of this part of the block structure are coaxial with the second groove 21. It can be understood that the bottom of the limiting groove 41 is an arc-shaped surface, and this arc-shaped surface surrounds the liquid cooling pipe 02, which can further improve the stability of the liquid cooling pipe 02.

[0046] The second mounting structure 2 is exemplified as a sheet metal structure, such as... Figure 2 As shown, the second mounting structure 2 includes a fourth plate 22, a fifth plate 23, a sixth plate 24, and a second side plate 25. The structures of the fourth plate 22, the fifth plate 23, the sixth plate 24, and the second side plate 25 can be referenced to the first plate 12, the second plate 13, and the third plate 14 described above, and will not be repeated here. Furthermore, the location of the second groove 21 can also be referenced to the first groove 11, and will not be repeated here.

[0047] It is worth mentioning that, in an optional embodiment, the first mounting structure 1 may include a plurality of first grooves 11 arranged in sequence, while the second mounting structure 2 also includes a plurality of second grooves 21 arranged in sequence, with the first grooves 11 and the second grooves 21 corresponding one-to-one. It is understood that when the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2 are engaged, a plurality of mounting holes 3 are formed, thus meeting the requirement of simultaneously mounting multiple liquid cooling pipes 02 on the bracket. Further, refer to... Figure 5 The bracket may also include a baffle 5, so that when the above-mentioned bracket only requires the use of some of the mounting holes 3, such as Figure 2 As shown, the baffle 5 can be connected to the side plate to cover the remaining mounting holes 3 on the side plate.

[0048] When the bracket is specifically installed inside the chassis 01, the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2 are inserted into the chassis 01 along the axial direction of the mounting hole 3 and are detachably connected to the chassis 01. It can be understood that the position of the mounting hole 3 reserved by the user is related to the location of the cold plate or the heating element inside the chassis 01. Therefore, it helps to improve the ease and accuracy of insertion between the pipe connector 03 of the liquid cooling pipe 02 and the cold plate.

[0049] The bracket provided by this utility model, by setting up a first mounting structure 1 and a second mounting structure 2 that are hinged together, places the liquid cooling pipe 02 in the groove of either mounting structure, and then snaps the two hinged mounting structures together to limit the radial movement of the liquid cooling pipe 02. Furthermore, along the axial direction of the liquid cooling pipe 02, the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2 are inserted into the chassis 01 and detachably connected to the chassis 01, thereby effectively improving the ease of installation of the liquid cooling pipe 02 while connecting it to the chassis 01.

[0050] Additionally, it is worth mentioning that the pipe fitting 03 of the liquid cooling pipe 02 is located outside the mounting hole 3, and the diameter of the mounting hole 3 is smaller than the diameter of the pipe fitting 03. This helps to reduce the risk of the liquid cooling pipe 02 coming out of the mounting hole 3.

[0051] It should be noted that, as Figure 5 As shown, this utility model does not limit the hinge method of the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2. Exemplarily, the two can be achieved by a rotating shaft 6. Specifically, the first plate 12 near the edge of the second mounting structure 2 and the fourth plate 22 near the edge of the first mounting structure 1 are both provided with cylinders, and the axial direction of the cylinders is along the axial direction of the mounting hole 3. At the same time, the cylinders on the first plate 12 and the cylinders on the fourth plate 22 are staggered. The rotating shaft 6 passes through the above-mentioned cylinders in sequence, and both ends of the rotating shaft 6 are provided with notches for inserting clamps into the notches, thereby simplifying the structure of the bracket while realizing the hinge connection between the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2.

[0052] In one specific embodiment, when the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2 are engaged, the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2 are locked together. This facilitates further improvement in the ease of installation of the liquid cooling pipe 02.

[0053] Please refer to the above. Figure 5 and Figure 6 , Figure 6 For display Figure 5 A partial enlarged view at point A. In an optional embodiment, the first mounting structure 1 includes a first elastic cantilever 16 and a first snap-fit ​​portion 17, the open end of the first elastic cantilever 16 extending toward the second mounting structure 2.

[0054] When specifically configuring the first elastic cantilever 16, the first elastic cantilever 16 can be, for example, a sheet metal part, and the fixed end of the first elastic cantilever 16 can be fixedly connected to the side of the third plate 14 facing the rotating shaft 6 by riveting or welding. The open end of the first elastic cantilever 16 extends toward the sixth plate 24 of the second mounting structure 2. This helps to simplify the first mounting structure 1.

[0055] In the specific configuration of the first latching portion 17, the first latching portion 17 is disposed on the first elastic cantilever 16, and the first latching portion 17 protrudes from the surface of the first elastic cantilever 16 on the side opposite to the rotating shaft 6 of the first mounting structure 1. It should be noted that the first latching portion 17 and the first elastic cantilever 16 can be an integral structure. Specifically, the first latching portion 17 can be a bend along the edge of the elastic cantilever, and the bending direction is opposite to the rotating shaft 6. This can improve the connection strength between the first latching portion 17 and the first elastic cantilever 16 while meeting the structural requirements of the first latching portion 17. Furthermore, the third plate 14 is provided with multiple notches 141. One portion of the notches 141 is used for the latching portion to extend out of the third plate 14 along the Z-axis direction, and another portion of the notches 141 is used by the user to press the first elastic cantilever 16 toward the rotating shaft 6.

[0056] In addition, such as Figure 2 As shown, the second mounting structure 2 is provided with a first through hole 26. The first through hole 26 can, for example, be provided on the sixth plate 24 and is positioned along the thickness direction of the sixth plate 24. And as... Figure 5 As shown, the first through hole 26 is used to be arranged opposite to the first snap-fit ​​part 17. When the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2 are engaged, the first snap-fit ​​part 17 can be inserted into the first through hole 26 to limit the first snap-fit ​​part 17 through the side wall of the first through hole 26. This simplifies the structure of the bracket while meeting the snap-fit ​​requirements of the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2.

[0057] Understandably, since the first snap-fit ​​part 17 is located on the first elastic cantilever 16, when it is necessary to open the interlocking first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2, it is only necessary to press the first elastic cantilever 16 through the notch 141 in the direction of the pivot 6, so that the first snap-fit ​​part 17 can be quickly disengaged from the first through hole 26, thereby effectively improving the ease of disassembly of the bracket.

[0058] In one specific implementation, see also: Figure 6 and Figure 7 , Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the installation of the bracket and liquid cooling pipe 02 in the first state. The first mounting structure 1 includes a guide groove 18, which is located relative to the rotating shaft 6 and close to the first elastic cantilever 16. For example, along... Figure 7 In the Z-axis direction shown, the first elastic cantilever 16 and the rotating shaft 6 are spaced apart, and the liquid cooling pipe 02 is located between them. Specifically, when the fixed end of the first elastic cantilever 16 is set on the third plate 14, the guide groove 18 can also be set on the third plate 14, and the groove opening of the guide groove 18 faces the open end of the second mounting structure 2.

[0059] Correspondingly, such as Figure 8 As shown, Figure 8 For display Figure 5 A bottom view of the structure at point B of the provided bracket. The bracket also includes a limiting part 7, which is disposed at the open end of the second mounting structure 2 and in the direction of the open end of the second mounting structure 2 toward the rotating shaft 6 (e.g., Figure 5 (As shown in the negative Z-axis direction), the limiting part 7 protrudes from the surface of the second mounting structure 2. At the same time, the limiting part 7 is arranged opposite to the guide groove 18.

[0060] In addition, along as Figure 5 In the X-axis direction shown, since the first engaging portion 17 is located on the side of the guide groove 18 away from the open end of the second mounting structure 2, during the engagement of the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2, when the limiting portion 7 is located at the opening of the guide groove 18, the first engaging portion 17 and the first through hole 26 are spaced apart. As the limiting portion 7 moves along the opening of the guide groove 18 towards the bottom of the guide groove 18, the first through hole 26 moves towards the first engaging portion 17 on the first elastic cantilever 16, which helps improve the connection accuracy between the first engaging portion 17 and the first through hole 26.

[0061] It is understandable that during the process of the first through hole 26 of the second mounting structure 2 moving toward the first snap-fit ​​part 17, the open end of the first elastic cantilever 16 is pressed and moves toward the rotating shaft 6. Then the first snap-fit ​​part 17 will move toward the first through hole 26 along the surface of the sixth plate 24 of the second mounting structure 2 on the side close to the rotating shaft 6. When the first snap-fit ​​part 17 is inserted into the first through hole 26, the first elastic cantilever 16 returns to its initial state. At this time, part of the limiting part 7 is embedded in the guide groove 18.

[0062] It should be noted that the present invention does not limit the specific structure of the limiting part 7. For example, the limiting part 7 can be a columnar structure.

[0063] In one specific implementation, such as Figure 9 As shown, Figure 9 For display Figure 3 A schematic diagram along the Y-axis. The bracket also includes a limiting structure 8, along the direction of the first elastic cantilever 16 toward the rotating shaft 6. Figure 9 (The negative direction of the Z-axis shown) The portion of the limiting structure 8 is located between the surface of the open end of the first mounting structure 1 and the rotating shaft 6, and is spaced apart from the surface of the open end of the first mounting structure 1.

[0064] It should be noted that this utility model does not limit the specific structure of the limiting structure 8; exemplary models are also provided. Figure 9 and Figure 10 , Figure 10 For display Figure 9 A partial enlarged view at point C. The limiting structure 8 includes a first bent portion 81 and a second bent portion 82 connected together. The first bent portion 81 and the second bent portion 82 can be integral sheet metal parts, and the included angle between them can, for example, be 90°. Specifically, when the limiting structure 8 is set on the first mounting structure 1, the open end of the first bent portion 81 is connected to the open end of the first mounting structure 1, and the second bent portion 82 is located between the surface of the open end of the first mounting structure 1 and the rotating shaft 6, while the second bent portion 82 and the surface of the open end of the first mounting structure 1 are spaced apart. This simplifies the limiting structure 8 while meeting its functional requirements.

[0065] Continue to refer to Figure 10 When the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2 are engaged, the free end of the first elastic cantilever 16 is located between the part of the limiting structure 8 (i.e. the second bending part 82) and the surface of the open end of the first mounting structure 1, and there is a first gap between the free end of the first elastic cantilever 16 and the second bending part 82 along the direction from the first elastic cantilever 16 to the rotating shaft 6, and the height of the first gap is greater than the height of the first snap-fit ​​part 17.

[0066] Using the bracket provided by this utility model, when it is necessary to open the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2 from the fastened state, the first elastic cantilever 16 is pressed to make the first snap-fit ​​part 17 disengage from the first through hole 26, and the free end of the first elastic cantilever 16 abuts against the second bending part 82 to realize the limiting of the first elastic cantilever 16 by the second bending part 82. This helps to reduce the risk of plastic deformation of the first elastic cantilever 16 during the elastic deformation process.

[0067] In another specific implementation, such as Figure 11 As shown, similarly, the first mounting structure 1 includes a guide groove 18. However, in this embodiment, reference is also made to... Figure 11 and Figure 12 , Figure 12 for Figure 11The enlarged view at point D shows that the guide groove 18 is located at the free end of the first elastic cantilever 16, with the opening of the guide groove 18 facing the open end of the second mounting structure 2. Meanwhile, the first snap-fit ​​portion 17 is located on the side of the guide groove 18 that faces away from the open end of the second mounting structure 2.

[0068] Correspondingly, such as Figure 13 As shown, Figure 13 For display Figure 11 The left view of the structure at point E. The bracket also includes a limiting part 7, which is disposed at the open end of the second mounting structure 2; and the limiting part 7 is disposed in the direction of the open end of the second mounting structure 2 toward the rotating shaft 6 (e.g., Figure 11 The part 7 (in the negative X-axis direction) protrudes from the surface of the second mounting structure 2. Simultaneously, the limiting part 7 is positioned opposite to the guide groove 18.

[0069] Thus, when it is necessary to open the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2 from the fastened state, it is only necessary to press the first elastic cantilever 16 in the direction of the first elastic cantilever 16 toward the rotating shaft 6, so that the first snap-fit ​​part 17 on the first elastic cantilever 16 is disengaged from the first through hole 26, thereby opening the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2 from the fastened state.

[0070] It should be noted that this utility model does not limit the partial structure of the limiting part 7. The limiting part 7 can be, for example, an I-beam nail, and when the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2 are engaged, along the direction from the first elastic cantilever 16 to the rotating shaft 6 (e.g. Figure 5 (As shown in the Z-axis direction), there is a second gap between the larger diameter end of the I-beam and the first elastic cantilever 16. This simplifies the structure of the limiting part 7 while satisfying the limiting requirements of the limiting part 7 for the first elastic cantilever 16.

[0071] Furthermore, when the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2 are engaged, a portion of the limiting part 7 (i.e., the smaller diameter portion of the I-beam) is embedded in the guide groove 18. Along the direction from the first elastic cantilever 16 to the rotating shaft 6, the end of the limiting part 7 (the larger diameter portion of the I-beam) is located outside the guide groove 18, and a second gap exists between the larger diameter portion of the I-beam and the first elastic cantilever 16. Simultaneously, along the direction from the first elastic cantilever 16 to the rotating shaft 6, the height of this second gap is greater than the height of the first engaging part 17. Furthermore, the diameter of the end of the limiting part 7 is greater than the width of the guide groove 18. Thus, after the first engaging part 17 of the first elastic cantilever 16 is disengaged from the first through hole 26, the free end of the first elastic cantilever 16 can abut against the end of the limiting part 7 to limit the first elastic cantilever 16. This helps reduce the risk of plastic deformation of the first elastic cantilever 16 during elastic deformation.

[0072] In a specific embodiment, such as Figure 1 As shown, the first mounting structure 1 is snapped into the side wall of the chassis 01. This allows for a detachable connection between the first mounting structure 1 and the chassis 01, while effectively improving the ease of installation and disassembly between the bracket and the chassis 01.

[0073] In one alternative implementation, reference is also made to Figure 3 and Figure 14 , Figure 14 For display Figure 1 The left view of the structure at point F. The first mounting structure 1 also includes a second elastic cantilever 27 and a second snap-fit ​​portion 28, and the open end of the second elastic cantilever 27 is along the axial direction of the mounting hole 3 (e.g., Figure 3 (Extends along the Y-axis direction as shown).

[0074] When specifically configuring the second elastic cantilever 27, the second elastic cantilever 27 can be, for example, a sheet metal part, and the fixed end of the second elastic cantilever 27 can be fixedly connected to the second plate 13 by riveting or welding. The open end of the second elastic cantilever 27 is located on the outside of the chassis 01. This helps to simplify the first mounting structure 1.

[0075] When specifically setting the second card connector 28, such as Figure 3 As shown, the second snap-fit ​​portion 28 is disposed on the second elastic cantilever 27, and the second snap-fit ​​portion 28 protrudes from the surface of the second elastic cantilever 27 on the side opposite to the second mounting structure 2. It should be noted that the second snap-fit ​​portion 28 and the second elastic cantilever 27 can be an integral structure. Specifically, the second snap-fit ​​portion 28 can be a bend along the edge of the elastic cantilever, with the bending direction opposite to the second mounting structure 2. This can improve the connection strength between the second snap-fit ​​portion 28 and the second elastic cantilever 27 while meeting the structural requirements of the second snap-fit ​​portion 28.

[0076] In addition, a second through hole 04 is provided on the side wall of the chassis 01. The second through hole 04 penetrates the side wall of the chassis 01 along the direction from the second mounting structure 2 to the first mounting structure 1. The second through hole 04 is used to be arranged opposite to the second snap-fit ​​part 28. In this way, when the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2 are inserted into the chassis 01, the second snap-fit ​​part 28 can be inserted into the second through hole 04 to limit the second snap-fit ​​part 28 through the side wall of the second through hole 04. This simplifies the structure of the bracket while meeting the snap-fit ​​requirements between the bracket and the chassis 01.

[0077] Understandably, the second elastic cantilever 27 can also be installed on the second mounting structure 2 according to actual needs. Since the second snap-fit ​​part 28 is located on the second elastic cantilever 27, and the open end of the second elastic cantilever 27 is located on the outside of the chassis 01, when it is necessary to remove the bracket inserted into and snap-fitted to the chassis 01, simply press the first elastic cantilever 16 towards the first mounting structure 1 to allow the second snap-fit ​​part 28 to quickly disengage from the second through hole 04, thereby effectively improving the ease of bracket disassembly.

[0078] It is worth mentioning that, such as Figure 1 As shown, the bracket also includes a handle 9, which is disposed on the first mounting structure 1 or the second mounting structure 2, and is located on the outside of the chassis 01. The user can apply pulling or pushing force to the bracket by holding the handle 9, which helps to improve the ease of installation between the bracket and the chassis 01.

[0079] In one alternative implementation, such as Figure 5 As shown, the bracket also includes multiple third through holes 10. The multiple third through holes 10 can be provided in the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2, respectively. Specifically, the third through holes 10 can be provided in the second plate 13, the fifth plate 23 and the sixth plate 24. During the installation or removal of the liquid cooling pipe 02, the user can insert his / her finger into the third through hole 10 to improve the ease of operation.

[0080] In summary, the bracket provided by this utility model, by setting up a first mounting structure 1 and a second mounting structure 2 that are hinged together, places the liquid cooling pipe 02 in the groove of either mounting structure, and then engages the two hinged mounting structures to achieve radial positioning of the liquid cooling pipe 02. Furthermore, along the axial direction of the liquid cooling pipe 02, the first mounting structure 1 and the second mounting structure 2 are inserted into the chassis 01 and detachably connected to the chassis 01, thereby effectively improving the ease of installation of the liquid cooling pipe 02 while achieving connection between the liquid cooling pipe 02 and the chassis 01.

[0081] Obviously, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope. Therefore, if these modifications and variations fall within the scope of the claims of this utility model and their equivalents, this utility model also intends to include these modifications and variations.

Claims

1. A bracket, a portion of which is disposed within a server chassis and is used to mount liquid cooling pipes, characterized in that, The bracket includes a first mounting structure and a second mounting structure that are hinged together, wherein: The first mounting structure and the second mounting structure are interlocked; The first mounting structure includes a first groove, and the second mounting structure includes a second groove; when the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure are engaged, the first groove and the second groove are opposite to each other and are used to form a mounting hole, which is used to fit onto the outside of the liquid cooling pipe; Along the axial direction of the mounting hole, the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure are used to be inserted into the chassis and are detachably connected to the chassis.

2. The bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first mounting structure includes a plurality of first grooves arranged in sequence, and the second mounting structure includes a plurality of second grooves arranged in sequence, wherein the first grooves and the second grooves are configured to correspond one-to-one.

3. The bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure are engaged, the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure are locked together.

4. The bracket according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first mounting structure includes a first elastic cantilever and a first snap-fit ​​portion, wherein the open end of the first elastic cantilever extends toward the second mounting structure; The first snap-fit ​​portion is disposed on the first elastic cantilever, and the first snap-fit ​​portion protrudes from the surface of the first elastic cantilever on the side away from the pivot of the first mounting structure. The second mounting structure is provided with a first through hole, which is used to be disposed opposite to the first snap-fit ​​part; when the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure are engaged, the first snap-fit ​​part is used to be inserted into the first through hole.

5. The bracket according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first mounting structure includes a guide groove, which is close to the first elastic cantilever relative to the rotating shaft; the opening of the guide groove faces the open end of the second mounting structure. The bracket also includes a limiting part, which is disposed at the open end of the second mounting structure; Along the direction from the open end of the second mounting structure toward the rotating shaft, the limiting part protrudes from the surface of the second mounting structure and is disposed opposite to the guide groove; When a portion of the limiting part is located at the opening of the guide groove, the first snap-fit ​​part is spaced apart from the first through hole; When the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure are engaged, a portion of the limiting part is embedded in the guide groove.

6. The bracket according to claim 5, characterized in that, The bracket further includes a limiting structure, which is disposed on the first mounting structure; Along the direction from the first elastic cantilever to the pivot, a portion of the limiting structure is located between the surface of the open end of the first mounting structure and the pivot, and is spaced apart from the surface of the open end of the first mounting structure; When the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure are engaged, the free end of the first elastic cantilever is located between the surface of the limiting structure and the surface of the open end of the first mounting structure; and along the direction from the first elastic cantilever to the pivot, there is a first gap between the free end of the first elastic cantilever and the portion of the limiting structure, and the height of the first gap is greater than the height of the first snap-fit ​​portion. A portion of the limiting structure is used to abut against the free end of the first elastic cantilever.

7. The bracket according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first mounting structure includes a guide groove, which is disposed at the free end of the first elastic cantilever; the opening of the guide groove faces the open end of the second mounting structure. The bracket further includes a limiting part, which is disposed at the open end of the second mounting structure and protrudes from the surface of the second mounting structure in the direction toward the rotating shaft from the open end of the second mounting structure; the limiting part is disposed opposite to the guide groove. When a portion of the limiting part is located at the opening of the guide groove, the first snap-fit ​​part is spaced apart from the first through hole; When the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure are engaged, a portion of the limiting part is embedded in the guide groove; along the direction from the first elastic cantilever to the rotating shaft, the end of the limiting part is located outside the guide groove, and there is a second gap between it and the first elastic cantilever, the height of the second gap being greater than the height of the first snap-fit ​​part; The diameter of the end of the limiting part is greater than the width of the guide groove.

8. The bracket according to claim 7, characterized in that, The limiting part is an I-beam nail. When the first mounting structure and the second mounting structure are engaged, there is a second gap between the larger diameter end of the I-beam nail and the first elastic cantilever along the direction from the first elastic cantilever to the pivot.

9. The stent according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that, The first mounting structure is snapped into the side wall of the chassis.

10. The stent according to claim 9, characterized in that, The first mounting structure further includes a second elastic cantilever and a second snap-fit ​​portion, wherein the open end of the second elastic cantilever extends axially along the mounting hole; The second snap-fit ​​portion is disposed on the second elastic cantilever, and the second snap-fit ​​portion protrudes from the surface of the second elastic cantilever on the side away from the second mounting structure; The side wall of the chassis is provided with a second through hole, which extends through the side wall of the chassis along the direction from the second mounting structure to the first mounting structure; the second snap-fit ​​part is used to be inserted into the second through hole.

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