Liquid cooling module and connector

Abstract

The utility model discloses a liquid cooling module and a connector. The liquid cooling module comprises a plurality of liquid cooling plates which are transversely arranged side by side and are respectively provided with an inner cavity for accommodating cooling liquid. Each liquid cooling plate is provided with two opposite side walls in the transverse direction, the liquid cooling module further comprises a plurality of flexible pipes, and the flexible pipes are connected between the side walls of any two adjacent liquid cooling plates, so that inner cavities of any two adjacent liquid cooling plates are communicated together by the flexible pipes. The plurality of liquid cooling plates are provided with liquid inlet pipe joints and liquid outlet pipe joints which are communicated with inner cavities of the liquid cooling plates, so that a cooling loop from the liquid inlet pipe joints and the plurality of liquid cooling plates connected through the flexible pipes to the liquid outlet pipe joints is formed. Due to the fact that the distance between every two adjacent liquid cooling plates is small, the flexible pipe connected between the side walls of every two adjacent liquid cooling plates is very short and does not need to be bent. According to the utility model, not only can the liquid flow path be shortened and the liquid flow resistance be reduced, but also the coolant leakage risk can be reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a liquid cooling module and a connector including the liquid cooling module. Background Technology

[0002] In the prior art, a liquid cooling module is typically installed on the top wall of the connector housing to cool the connector. This liquid cooling module includes multiple liquid cooling plates arranged side-by-side in the transverse direction of the connector housing. Each liquid cooling plate has an inner cavity formed within it for containing coolant. The liquid cooling plates have two opposing sides in the transverse direction and two opposing ends in the longitudinal direction of the connector housing. A hose connector communicating with its inner cavity is formed at one end of each liquid cooling plate. A hose is connected between the hose connectors of any two adjacent liquid cooling plates to connect the inner cavities of the two adjacent liquid cooling plates together. Furthermore, inlet and outlet pipe connectors are respectively formed at one end of the two outermost liquid cooling plates, allowing coolant to flow into the inner cavities of the multiple liquid cooling plates via the inlet pipe connectors and to flow out of the inner cavities of the multiple liquid cooling plates via the outlet pipe connectors.

[0003] In existing technology, the hoses connecting the hose fittings of two adjacent liquid cooling plates need to be bent into a U-shape, which increases the liquid flow path and flow resistance, resulting in significant pressure loss. Furthermore, the U-shaped hoses are more prone to leakage during long-term use, and the numerous hose fittings and hoses significantly increase the risk of leakage over extended periods. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to solve at least one aspect of the aforementioned problems and defects existing in the prior art.

[0005] According to one aspect of the present invention, a liquid cooling module is provided. The liquid cooling module includes: a plurality of liquid cooling plates arranged side-by-side in a transverse direction and each having an inner cavity for containing coolant. Each liquid cooling plate has two opposing sidewalls in the transverse direction. The liquid cooling module further includes a plurality of flexible tubes connected between the sidewalls of any two adjacent liquid cooling plates, such that the inner cavities of any two adjacent liquid cooling plates are connected together by the flexible tubes. The plurality of liquid cooling plates have inlet pipe joints and outlet pipe joints communicating with their inner cavities to form a cooling circuit from the inlet pipe joints, through the plurality of liquid cooling plates connected via the flexible tubes, to the outlet pipe joints.

[0006] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the liquid inlet pipe connector is formed on the outermost of the plurality of liquid cooling plates, and the liquid outlet pipe connector is formed on the outermost of the plurality of liquid cooling plates.

[0007] According to another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the liquid cooling plate has two end walls opposite each other in a longitudinal direction perpendicular to the transverse direction, the liquid inlet pipe joint is formed on the outer side of one end wall of the outermost of the plurality of liquid cooling plates, and the liquid outlet pipe joint is formed on the outer side of one end wall of the other outermost of the plurality of liquid cooling plates.

[0008] According to another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the flexible tube extends along the transverse straight line or extends in a straight line along a direction inclined at a predetermined angle to the transverse.

[0009] According to another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, a connection hole communicating with the inner cavity of the liquid cooling plate is formed on the side wall of the liquid cooling plate, and the end of the flexible tube is inserted into the connection hole of the liquid cooling plate and is sealed to the connection hole.

[0010] According to another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the end of the flexible tube is sealed to the connection hole of the liquid cooling plate by sealant or is sealed and welded to the connection hole of the liquid cooling plate.

[0011] According to another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the flexible tube is a corrugated tube or a thin-walled flexible tube.

[0012] According to another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, two flexible tubes are connected between the sidewalls of any two adjacent liquid cooling plates, one of the two flexible tubes being close to one end of the liquid cooling plate and the other being close to the other end of the liquid cooling plate.

[0013] According to another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the liquid cooling plate includes: a base having the inner cavity and a top opening; and a top cover being sealed into the top opening of the base, wherein the flexible tube is connected between the side walls of the bases of two adjacent liquid cooling plates.

[0014] According to another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, a contact boss is formed at the bottom of the base, the contact boss being adapted to protrude into the connector housing via a window on the connector housing to make thermal contact with a mating connector inserted into the connector housing.

[0015] According to another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, a transverse through groove is formed on the top surface of the top cover of the liquid cooling plate. The groove is used to install an elastic clip, so that the liquid cooling plate can be locked to the top wall of the connector housing by the elastic clip installed in the groove.

[0016] According to another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the liquid cooling module further includes: a plurality of elastic clips, which are respectively installed in the grooves of the plurality of liquid cooling plates, for locking the plurality of liquid cooling plates to the top wall of the connector housing and applying a predetermined pressing force to the liquid cooling plates to ensure reliable thermal contact between the liquid cooling plates and the mating connectors inserted into the connector housing.

[0017] According to another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, two longitudinally spaced, opposing grooves are formed on the top cover of the liquid cooling plate. The elastic clip includes: a pair of elastic crossbeams, respectively received in the two grooves of the liquid cooling plate; a pair of longitudinal beams, one longitudinal beam connecting one end of the pair of elastic crossbeams and the other longitudinal beam connecting the other end of the pair of elastic crossbeams; and a plurality of elastic hooks, respectively formed on the pair of longitudinal beams, the elastic hooks being adapted to engage with slots on the connector housing.

[0018] According to another aspect of the present invention, a connector is provided. The connector includes: a connector housing having a plurality of insertion cavities arranged side-by-side in its lateral direction; and the aforementioned liquid cooling module, mounted on the top wall of the connector housing. A plurality of windows corresponding to the plurality of insertion cavities are formed on the top wall of the connector housing, and contact bosses of the plurality of liquid cooling plates protrude through the plurality of windows into the plurality of insertion cavities for thermal contact with a plurality of mating connectors respectively inserted into the plurality of insertion cavities.

[0019] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the connector further includes: a plurality of electrical connection modules, which are respectively installed in a plurality of insertion cavities of the connector housing, the plurality of electrical connection modules being used to mate with a plurality of inserted mating connectors to realize electrical connection between the connector and the mating connectors.

[0020] According to another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the connector housing has a front end and a rear end opposite each other in its longitudinal direction, the insertion cavity has a front port and a rear end wall opposite each other in the longitudinal direction, and the mating connector is adapted to be inserted into the insertion cavity from the front port of the insertion cavity.

[0021] According to another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, a contact spring is installed on the peripheral wall of the front port of the insertion cavity, the contact spring being used for electrical contact with the outer shielding shell of the inserted mating connector.

[0022] According to another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, a positioning step is formed at the bottom of the rear end of the liquid cooling plate, and the positioning step abuts against the rear end wall of the connector housing along the longitudinal direction.

[0023] In the foregoing exemplary embodiments of the present invention, due to the small spacing between two adjacent liquid cooling plates, the flexible tube connecting the sidewalls of the two adjacent liquid cooling plates is very short and requires no bending. The present invention not only shortens the liquid flow path and reduces liquid flow resistance, but also reduces the risk of coolant leakage.

[0024] Furthermore, in the aforementioned exemplary embodiments of the present invention, the flexible tube connected between two adjacent liquid cooling plates can elastically deform in the height direction. Therefore, each liquid cooling plate can float independently by a certain amount in the height direction, thereby allowing a certain height difference between two adjacent liquid cooling plates in the height direction. This enables the present invention to accommodate certain height differences and expands its application range.

[0025] Other objects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the following description of the invention with reference to the accompanying drawings, and will help to provide a comprehensive understanding of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Figure 1 A perspective view of a connector according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0027] Figure 2 An exploded view of a connector according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0028] Figure 3 Showing a longitudinal sectional view of a connector according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 4 A perspective view of a liquid cooling module of a connector according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0030] Figure 5 Showing a horizontal cross-sectional view of a liquid cooling module of a connector according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 6 An exploded view of the liquid cooling module of a connector according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0032] Figure 7 A perspective view of a liquid cooling plate of a liquid cooling module according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0033] Figure 8 An exploded view of a liquid cooling plate of a liquid cooling module according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0034] Figure 9This is a perspective view of a liquid cooling plate of a liquid cooling module according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, viewed from the bottom. Detailed Implementation

[0035] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described in detail below through embodiments and in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. In this specification, the same or similar reference numerals indicate the same or similar components. The following description of the embodiments of this utility model with reference to the accompanying drawings is intended to explain the overall inventive concept of this utility model and should not be construed as a limitation thereof.

[0036] Furthermore, in the following detailed description, numerous specific details are set forth for ease of explanation to provide a thorough understanding of the embodiments disclosed herein. However, it will be apparent that one or more embodiments may be practiced without these specific details. In other instances, well-known structures and apparatuses are illustrated to simplify the figures.

[0037] According to a general technical concept of this utility model, a liquid cooling module is provided. The liquid cooling module includes: a plurality of liquid cooling plates arranged side-by-side in a transverse direction and each having an inner cavity for containing coolant. Each liquid cooling plate has two opposite sidewalls in the transverse direction. The liquid cooling module also includes a plurality of flexible tubes, which connect the sidewalls of any two adjacent liquid cooling plates, such that the inner cavities of any two adjacent liquid cooling plates are connected together by the flexible tubes. The plurality of liquid cooling plates have inlet pipe joints and outlet pipe joints communicating with their inner cavities to form a cooling circuit from the inlet pipe joints, through the plurality of liquid cooling plates connected via the flexible tubes, to the outlet pipe joints.

[0038] According to another general technical concept of this utility model, a connector is provided. The connector includes: a connector housing having a plurality of insertion cavities arranged side-by-side in its lateral direction; and the aforementioned liquid cooling module, mounted on the top wall of the connector housing. A plurality of windows corresponding to the plurality of insertion cavities are formed on the top wall of the connector housing, and contact bosses of the plurality of liquid cooling plates protrude through the plurality of windows into the plurality of insertion cavities for thermal contact with a plurality of mating connectors respectively inserted into the plurality of insertion cavities.

[0039] Figure 1 A perspective view of a connector according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention is shown; Figure 2 An exploded view of a connector according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention is shown; Figure 3 Showing a longitudinal sectional view of a connector according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention; Figure 4 A perspective view of a liquid cooling module of a connector according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention is shown. Figure 5 Showing a horizontal cross-sectional view of a liquid cooling module of a connector according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention; Figure 6 An exploded view of the liquid cooling module of a connector according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0040] Figure 7 A perspective view of a liquid cooling plate 1 of a liquid cooling module according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention is shown; Figure 8 The diagram shows an exploded view of a liquid cooling plate 1 of a liquid cooling module according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. Figure 9 This is a perspective view of a liquid cooling plate 1 of a liquid cooling module according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, viewed from the bottom.

[0041] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown, in an exemplary embodiment of this utility model, a liquid cooling module is disclosed. The liquid cooling module includes multiple liquid cooling plates 1. The multiple liquid cooling plates 1 are arranged side-by-side in the transverse X direction of the connector housing 4. Each of the multiple liquid cooling plates 1 has an inner cavity 10 for containing coolant. Each liquid cooling plate 1 has two sidewalls 11c opposite each other in the transverse X direction. The liquid cooling module also includes multiple flexible tubes 2. A flexible tube 2 is connected between any two adjacent sidewalls 11c of the liquid cooling plates 1, such that the inner cavities 10 of any two adjacent liquid cooling plates 1 are connected together by the flexible tube 2. In this way, the inner cavities of the multiple liquid cooling plates 1 can be interconnected through the multiple flexible tubes 2. The multiple liquid cooling plates 1 have an inlet pipe connector 1a and an outlet pipe connector 1b communicating with their inner cavities 10 to form a cooling circuit from the inlet pipe connector 1a, the multiple liquid cooling plates connected via the flexible tubes 2, to the outlet pipe connector 1b.

[0042] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown in the illustrated embodiment, an inlet pipe connector 1a is formed on the outermost of the plurality of liquid cooling plates 1 and communicates with the inner cavity 10 of that liquid cooling plate 1. An outlet pipe connector 1b is formed on the outermost of the plurality of liquid cooling plates 1 and communicates with the inner cavity 10 of that liquid cooling plate 1. Coolant flows into the inner cavity 10 of the plurality of liquid cooling plates 1 through the inlet pipe connector 1a and flows out from the inner cavity 10 of the plurality of liquid cooling plates 1 through the outlet pipe connector 1b.

[0043] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown in the illustrated embodiment, due to the small spacing between two adjacent liquid cooling plates 1, the flexible tube 2 connecting the sidewalls 11c of the two adjacent liquid cooling plates 1 is very short and does not require bending. This invention not only shortens the liquid flow path and reduces liquid flow resistance, but also reduces the risk of coolant leakage.

[0044] like Figures 1 to 9As shown in the illustrated embodiment, the flexible tube 2 connected between two adjacent liquid cooling plates 1 can elastically deform in the height direction Z, which is perpendicular to the horizontal X and vertical Y directions. Therefore, each liquid cooling plate 1 can float independently by a certain amount in the height direction Z, thereby allowing a certain height difference between two adjacent liquid cooling plates 1 in the height direction Z. This enables the present invention to accommodate a certain height difference and expands its application range.

[0045] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown in the illustrated embodiment, the liquid cooling plate 1 has two end walls 11e opposite each other in the longitudinal direction Y perpendicular to the transverse direction X. The liquid inlet pipe connector 1a is formed on the outer side of one end wall 11e of the outermost liquid cooling plate 1 among the plurality of liquid cooling plates 1, and the liquid outlet pipe connector 1b is formed on the outer side of one end wall 11e of the other outermost liquid cooling plate 1 among the plurality of liquid cooling plates 1.

[0046] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown in the illustrated embodiment, the flexible tube 2 extends in a straight line along the transverse X direction or in a straight line along a direction inclined at a predetermined angle to the transverse X direction.

[0047] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown in the illustrated embodiment, a connection hole 11d communicating with the inner cavity 10 is formed on the side wall 11c of the liquid cooling plate 1. The end of the flexible tube 2 is inserted into the connection hole 11d of the liquid cooling plate 1 and is sealed to the connection hole 11d.

[0048] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown in the illustrated embodiment, the end of the flexible tube 2 is sealed to the connection hole 11d of the liquid cooling plate 1 by sealant or is sealed and welded to the connection hole 11d of the liquid cooling plate 1.

[0049] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown in the illustrated embodiment, the flexible tube 2 can be a corrugated tube or a thin-walled flexible tube.

[0050] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown in the illustrated embodiment, two flexible tubes 2 are connected between any two adjacent sidewalls 11c of the liquid cooling plate 1, one of the two flexible tubes 2 being close to one end of the liquid cooling plate 1 and the other being close to the other end of the liquid cooling plate 1.

[0051] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown, in the illustrated embodiment, the liquid cooling plate 1 includes a base 11 and a top cover 12. An inner cavity 10 is formed in the base 11, and the base 11 has a top opening 10a. The top cover 12 is sealingly mounted into the top opening 10a of the base 11. A flexible tube 2 connects between the sidewalls 11c of the bases 11 of two adjacent liquid cooling plates 1.

[0052] like Figures 1 to 9As shown, in the illustrated embodiment, a contact boss 11a is formed at the bottom of the base 11. The contact boss 11a is adapted to protrude into the connector housing 4 via a window 401 on the connector housing 4 to make thermal contact with a mating connector (not shown) inserted into the connector housing 4.

[0053] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown in the illustrated embodiment, a transverse X-shaped through groove 121 is formed on the top surface of the top cover 12 of the liquid cooling plate 1. The groove 121 is used to install the elastic clip 3, so that the liquid cooling plate 1 can be locked to the top wall of the connector housing 4 by the elastic clip 3 installed in the groove 121.

[0054] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown in the illustrated embodiment, the aforementioned liquid cooling module further includes multiple elastic clips 3. The multiple elastic clips 3 are respectively installed in the grooves 121 of the multiple liquid cooling plates 1, for locking the multiple liquid cooling plates 1 onto the top wall of the connector housing 4 and applying a predetermined pressing force to the liquid cooling plates 1 to ensure reliable thermal contact between the liquid cooling plates 1 and the mating connectors inserted into the connector housing 4.

[0055] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown in the illustrated embodiment, two opposing grooves 121 spaced apart in the longitudinal Y direction are formed on the top cover 12 of the liquid cooling plate 1. The elastic clip 3 includes: a pair of elastic crossbeams 31, a pair of longitudinal beams 32, and a plurality of elastic hooks 33. The pair of elastic crossbeams 31 are respectively accommodated in the two grooves 121 of the liquid cooling plate 1. One longitudinal beam 32 connects between one end of the pair of elastic crossbeams 31, and the other longitudinal beam 32 connects between the other ends of the pair of elastic crossbeams 31. A plurality of elastic hooks 33 are respectively formed on the pair of longitudinal beams 32. The elastic hooks 33 are adapted to engage with the slots 43 on the connector housing 4.

[0056] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown, in another exemplary embodiment of this utility model, a connector is also disclosed. The connector includes a connector housing 4 and the aforementioned liquid cooling module. The connector housing 4 has a plurality of insertion cavities 40 arranged side-by-side in its transverse X direction. The liquid cooling module is mounted on the top wall of the connector housing 4. A plurality of windows 401 corresponding to the plurality of insertion cavities 40 are formed on the top wall of the connector housing 4. Contact bosses 11a of a plurality of liquid cooling plates 1 protrude through the plurality of windows 401 into the plurality of insertion cavities 40, respectively, for thermal contact with a plurality of mating connectors (not shown) respectively inserted into the plurality of insertion cavities 40.

[0057] like Figures 1 to 9As shown in the illustrated embodiment, the connector further includes multiple electrical connection modules (not shown), which are respectively installed in multiple insertion cavities 40 of the connector housing 4. The multiple electrical connection modules are used to mate with multiple inserted mating connectors to achieve electrical connection between the connector and the mating connectors.

[0058] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown, in the illustrated embodiment, the connector housing 4 has a front end and a rear end opposite each other in its longitudinal direction Y, and the insertion cavity 40 has a front port 41 and a rear end wall 42 opposite each other in the longitudinal direction Y. The mating connector is adapted to be inserted into the insertion cavity 40 of the connector housing 4 from the front port 41 of the insertion cavity 40.

[0059] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown, in the illustrated embodiment, a contact spring 44 is installed on the peripheral wall of the front port 41 of the insertion cavity 40. The contact spring 44 is used to make electrical contact with the outer shield shell (not shown) of the inserted mating connector.

[0060] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown in the illustrated embodiment, a positioning step 11b is formed at the bottom of the rear end of the liquid cooling plate 1. The positioning step 11b abuts against the rear end wall 42 of the connector housing 4 along the longitudinal direction Y to position the liquid cooling plate 1 longitudinally.

[0061] Those skilled in the art will understand that the embodiments described above are exemplary and can be improved upon. The structures described in the various embodiments can be freely combined without causing structural or principle conflicts, and these changes should fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0062] Although the present invention has been described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, the embodiments disclosed in the drawings are intended to illustrate preferred embodiments of the present invention and should not be construed as a limitation thereof.

[0063] While some embodiments of the general concept of this utility model have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that changes may be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the general concept of this utility model, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

[0064] It should be noted that the word "comprising" does not exclude other elements or steps, and the words "a" or "an" do not exclude multiple elements. Furthermore, any reference numerals in the claims should not be construed as limiting the scope of this invention.

Claims

1. A liquid cooling module, characterized by, Comprising: a plurality of liquid cooling plates (1) arranged side by side in a lateral direction (X) and each having an inner cavity (10) for containing a cooling liquid, the liquid cooling plates (1) having two side walls (11c) opposite in the lateral direction (X), the liquid cooling module further comprising a plurality of flexible tubes (2) connected between the side walls (11c) of any two adjacent liquid cooling plates (1) so that the inner cavities (10) of any two adjacent liquid cooling plates (1) are communicated together by the flexible tubes (2), the plurality of liquid cooling plates (1) having an inlet tube joint (1a) and an outlet tube joint (1b) communicated with the inner cavities (10) thereof to form a cooling circuit from the inlet tube joint (1a), through the plurality of liquid cooling plates connected by the flexible tubes (2), to the outlet tube joint (1b).

2. The liquid cooling module according to claim 1, characterized in that: the inlet tube joint (1a) is formed on one of the outermost liquid cooling plates (1) of the plurality of liquid cooling plates (1), and the outlet tube joint (1b) is formed on another of the outermost liquid cooling plates (1) of the plurality of liquid cooling plates (1).

3. The liquid cooling module according to claim 2, characterized in that: the liquid cooling plates (1) have two end walls (11e) opposite in a longitudinal direction (Y) perpendicular to the lateral direction (X), the inlet tube joint (1a) is formed on the outside of one end wall (11e) of one of the outermost liquid cooling plates (1) of the plurality of liquid cooling plates (1), and the outlet tube joint (1b) is formed on the outside of one end wall (11e) of another of the outermost liquid cooling plates (1) of the plurality of liquid cooling plates (1).

4. The liquid cooling module according to claim 1, characterized in that: the flexible tubes (2) extend linearly along the lateral direction (X) or linearly along a direction inclined at a predetermined angle to the lateral direction (X).

5. The liquid cooling module according to claim 1, characterized in that: a connecting hole (11d) communicated with the inner cavity (10) is formed on the side wall (11c) of the liquid cooling plate (1), and the end of the flexible tube (2) is inserted into and sealingly connected to the connecting hole (11d) of the liquid cooling plate (1).

6. The liquid cooling module according to claim 5, characterized in that: the end of the flexible tube (2) is sealingly connected to or sealingly welded to the connecting hole (11d) of the liquid cooling plate (1) by a sealing glue.

7. The liquid-cooled module of claim 1, wherein: the flexible tube (2) is a bellows or a thin-walled hose.

8. The liquid cooling module according to claim 1, characterized in that: two flexible tubes (2) are connected between the side walls (11c) of any two adjacent liquid cooling plates (1), one of the two flexible tubes (2) being close to one end of the liquid cooling plate (1) and the other being close to the other end of the liquid cooling plate (1).

9. The liquid cooling module according to claim 1, characterized in that: the liquid cooling plate (1) comprises: a base (11) formed with the inner cavity (10) and having a top opening (10a); and a cover (12) sealingly connected to the base (11) and having a bottom opening (12a) communicated with the top opening (10a) of the base (11). a top cover (12) is sealingly fitted into a top opening (10a) of the base (11), the flexible pipe (2) is connected between the side walls (11c) of the bases (11) of two adjacent liquid cooling plates (1).

10. The liquid cooling module according to claim 9, wherein: a contact boss (11a) is formed at the bottom of the base (11), the contact boss (11a) is adapted to protrude into the connector housing (4) via a window (401) on the connector housing (4) to be in thermal contact with a mating connector inserted into the connector housing (4).

11. The liquid cooling module according to claim 9, wherein: a groove (121) is formed on the top surface of the top cover (12) of the liquid cooling plate (1), the groove (121) is transversely (X) through, and is used to mount an elastic clip (3) so that the liquid cooling plate (1) can be latched to the top wall of the connector housing (4) by the elastic clip (3) mounted in the groove (121).

12. The liquid-cooled module of claim 11, wherein, Further comprising: a plurality of elastic clips (3) are respectively mounted into the grooves (121) of the plurality of liquid cooling plates (1), and are used to respectively latch the plurality of liquid cooling plates (1) to the top wall of the connector housing (4) and apply a predetermined pressing force on the liquid cooling plates (1) to ensure that the liquid cooling plates (1) are in reliable thermal contact with the mating connectors inserted into the connector housing (4).

13. The liquid cooling module according to claim 12, wherein: two grooves (121) are formed on the top cover (12) of the liquid cooling plate (1), the two grooves (121) are opposite and spaced apart in the longitudinal direction (Y); the elastic clip (3) comprises: a pair of elastic cross beams (31) are respectively accommodated in the two grooves (121) of the liquid cooling plate (1); a pair of longitudinal beams (32), one longitudinal beam (32) is connected between one end of the pair of elastic cross beams (31), and the other longitudinal beam (32) is connected between the other end of the pair of elastic cross beams (31); and a plurality of elastic hooks (33) are respectively formed on the pair of longitudinal beams (32), the elastic hooks (33) are adapted to engage with the clamping grooves (43) on the connector housing (4).

14. A connector characterized by comprising: comprising: a connector housing (4) having a plurality of insertion cavities (40) arranged side by side in the transverse direction (X) thereof; and the liquid cooling module according to any one of claims 1-13 is mounted on the top wall of the connector housing (4), a plurality of windows (401) corresponding to the plurality of insertion cavities (40) are formed on the top wall of the connector housing (4), and the contact bosses (11a) of the plurality of liquid cooling plates (1) protrude into the plurality of insertion cavities (40) via the plurality of windows (401) to be in thermal contact with a plurality of mating connectors respectively inserted into the plurality of insertion cavities (40).

15. The connector of claim 14, wherein, Further comprising: a plurality of electrical connection modules are respectively mounted in the plurality of insertion cavities (40) of the connector housing (4), the plurality of electrical connection modules are used to respectively mate with the plurality of inserted mating connectors to realize electrical connection between the connector and the mating connectors.

16. The connector according to claim 14, characterized in that: the connector housing (4) has opposite front and rear ends in the longitudinal direction (Y), and the insertion cavity (40) has a front port (41) and a rear end wall (42) opposite in the longitudinal direction (Y), and the mating connector is adapted to be inserted into the insertion cavity (40) from the front port (41) of the insertion cavity (40).

17. The connector according to claim 16, characterized in that: a contact spring (44) is mounted on the peripheral wall of the front port (41) of the insertion cavity (40), and the contact spring (44) is used to make electrical contact with the outer shield shell of the inserted mating connector.

18. The connector according to claim 16, characterized in that: a positioning step (lib) is formed at the bottom of the rear end of the liquid cooling plate (1), and the positioning step (lib) abuts against the rear end wall (42) of the connector housing (4) in the longitudinal direction (Y).

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