Optical module water-cooling heat dissipation device

Abstract

A water cooling heat dissipation device for optical module, comprising a cold plate main body, a cold plate cover, a metal shell, a water inlet connector and a water outlet connector. The cold plate cover and the cold plate main body are combined into a cold plate, which is arranged on the metal shell to assist the heat dissipation of the optical module inserted into the metal shell. The cold plate main body is provided with a flow channel, and the water inlet connector and the water outlet connector are quick male and female connectors. The water inlet connector and the water outlet connector are connected to the flow channel of the cold plate main body, so that the coolant can be transported into the flow channel through the water inlet connector, and the hot coolant can be output through the water outlet connector after heat exchange, which can be used to assist the heat dissipation of the optical module. The water inlet connector and the water outlet connector each include a male quick connector and a female quick connector. The male quick connector is connected to the flow channel of the cold plate main body. After the optical module is inserted, the cold plate is lifted upward. The male quick connector has a floating mechanism, and a floating space is provided between the first inner shell and the first outer shell to provide a floating function without affecting the insertion and removal of the optical module.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a water-cooled heat dissipation device for optical modules, and more particularly to an optical module device installed in electronic devices that assists in heat dissipation through water cooling. Background Technology

[0002] The connector of a small, pluggable transceiver can be housed inside a metal cage. The optical module can be inserted into this cage, allowing it to interlock with the connector for connection. Existing technology may include a heat sink (cold plate) on top of the metal cage. When the optical module is inserted, the heat sink contacts the module to aid in heat dissipation. However, with existing technology, interference can occur between the optical module and the heat sink after insertion, inevitably affecting insertion and removal. Utility Model Content

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a water-cooled heat dissipation device for optical modules that does not affect the insertion and removal of optical modules, so that optical modules can be smoothly inserted into or removed from the metal housing.

[0004] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this utility model provides a water-cooled heat dissipation device for optical modules, comprising: a cold plate body with a flow channel inside; a cold plate cover disposed above the cold plate body, the cold plate cover and the cold plate body being combined to form a cold plate; a metal shell on which the cold plate is disposed; a water inlet connector; and a water outlet connector, both the water inlet connector and the water outlet connector including a male quick connector and a female quick connector. The male quick connector of the water inlet connector and the water outlet connector is connected to the flow channel of the cold plate body, and the male quick connector and the female quick connector can be quickly connected by plugging into each other. The male quick connector includes a first inner shell, a first outer shell, and a first valve stem, the first outer shell being sleeved outside the first inner shell, and a floating space being formed between the first inner shell and the first outer shell. The first inner shell and the first outer shell are movable relative to each other in the radial direction of the male quick connector. The first valve stem is elastically positioned inside the first inner shell. The female quick connector includes a second inner shell, a second outer shell, and a second valve stem. The second outer shell is sleeved outside the second inner shell, and the second valve stem is elastically positioned inside the second inner shell. When the male quick connector and the female quick connector are not plugged into each other, the first valve stem and the second valve stem can maintain a closed state. When the male quick connector and the female quick connector are plugged into each other, the first valve stem and the second valve stem push against each other, so that the male quick connector and the female quick connector form an open state. When the optical module is inserted into the metal housing, the optical module abuts against the cold plate, so that the cold plate is lifted upward, and the male quick connector can provide a floating function using the floating space.

[0005] Optionally, the first inner shell has a first insertion portion and a ring body, the ring body is disposed at one end of the first insertion portion, the first outer shell is sleeved on the first insertion portion and the ring body of the first inner shell, and the floating space is located outside the first insertion portion and the ring body.

[0006] Optionally, an inner shell is provided inside the first outer shell, the inner shell being located outside the first inner shell, the floating space being located between the first inner shell and the inner shell, one end of the inner shell having a positioning part, the positioning part abutting against one end of the first outer shell for positioning, the other end of the inner shell having a limiting part, the limiting part being located on one side of the ring body, the limiting part being able to stop and limit the ring body, so that no axial displacement occurs between the first inner shell and the first outer shell.

[0007] Optionally, a first seal is provided between the annulus of the first inner shell and the first outer shell.

[0008] Optionally, an inner shell is provided inside the first outer shell, the inner shell is located outside the first inner shell, the floating space is located between the first inner shell and the inner shell, one end of the inner shell has a positioning part, the positioning part abuts against one end of the first outer shell for positioning, and the other end of the inner shell has a limiting part, the limiting part can stop and limit the first inner shell, so that no axial displacement occurs between the first inner shell and the first outer shell.

[0009] Optionally, a first seal is provided between the first inner shell and the first outer shell.

[0010] Optionally, one end of the first housing forms a first connection port for connecting the flow channel of the cold plate body, and a second sealing member is provided on the outer side of the first housing, the second sealing member being located between the first housing and the cold plate body.

[0011] Optionally, a third seal is provided on the inner side of the second housing. When the male quick connector and the female quick connector are plugged into each other, the third seal is located between the first inner housing and the second housing.

[0012] Optionally, a second connection port is formed at one end of the second housing, and a fourth seal is provided on the outer side of the second housing.

[0013] Optionally, the flow channel extends in a tortuous manner, with one side of the flow channel being open. The cold plate cover is disposed on one side of the cold plate body to close one side of the flow channel. The flow channel has a water inlet end and a water outlet end. The water inlet connector is connected to the water inlet end of the flow channel, and the water outlet connector is connected to the water outlet end of the flow channel.

[0014] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: The optical module water-cooled heat dissipation device provided by this utility model includes a cold plate body, a cold plate cover, a metal shell, a water inlet connector, and a water outlet connector. The cold plate body has a flow channel inside. The cold plate cover is located above the cold plate body, and the cold plate cover and the cold plate body are combined to form a cold plate, which is mounted on the metal shell. The water inlet connector and the water outlet connector are connected to the flow channel of the cold plate body. Both the water inlet connector and the water outlet connector include a male quick connector and a female quick connector, which can be quickly connected by mutual insertion. The male quick connector includes a first inner shell, a first outer shell, and a first valve stem. The first outer shell is sleeved outside the first inner shell, and a floating space is formed between the first inner shell and the first outer shell, allowing the first inner shell and the first outer shell to move relative to each other in the radial direction of the male quick connector. The first valve stem is elastically positioned inside the first inner shell. The female quick-connector includes a second inner shell, a second outer shell, and a second valve stem. The second outer shell is fitted over the second inner shell, and the second valve stem is elastically positioned within the second inner shell. When the male and female quick-connectors are not interlocked, the first and second valve stems maintain a closed state. When the male and female quick-connectors are interlocked, the first and second valve stems push against each other, opening the male and female quick-connectors. When the optical module is inserted into the metal housing, it contacts the cold plate, causing the cold plate to be lifted upwards. The male quick-connector utilizes a floating space to provide a floating function, ensuring that the insertion and removal of the optical module are not affected, allowing the optical module to be smoothly inserted into or removed from the metal housing.

[0015] To further understand the features and technical content of this utility model, please refer to the following detailed description and drawings of this utility model. However, the drawings are provided for reference and illustration only and are not intended to limit this utility model. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the optical module water-cooled heat dissipation device according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0017] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Sectional view II-II.

[0018] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of a partial structure of the optical module water-cooling heat dissipation device according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0019] Figure 4 This is an exploded perspective view of the optical module water-cooling heat dissipation device according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0020] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the male quick connector according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 6This is an exploded perspective view of the male quick connector according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view of the female quick connector according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 8 This is an exploded perspective view of the female quick connector according to an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0024] [Example]

[0025] Please see Figures 1 to 4 This utility model provides a water-cooled heat dissipation device for optical modules, including a cold plate body 1, a cold plate cover 2, a metal shell 3, a water inlet connector 4, and a water outlet connector 5. This embodiment discloses a 1×1 specification structure, but it can also be applied to left and right side-by-side designs, such as 1×2 to 1×6 specifications, and can also be applied to stacked structures, such as 2×1, 2×2, 2×3, 2×4, and 2×5 specifications, and is not limited thereto.

[0026] The main body 1 and the upper cover 2 of the cold plate are made of a metal material with good thermal conductivity (such as copper or aluminum). The main body 1 and the upper cover 2 of the cold plate can be rectangular or other shapes. The upper cover 2 is disposed above the main body 1 of the cold plate. The upper cover 2 and the main body 1 of the cold plate are combined to form a cold plate 100. The cold plate 100 is disposed on the metal housing 3. The cold plate 100 can be fastened to the metal housing 3 by an elastic fastener 300, so that the cold plate 100 can elastically contact the optical module 200 (e.g., ...) inserted into the metal housing 3. Figure 2 (As shown). The cold plate 100 can extend into the metal housing 3 through an opening 31 on the top side of the metal housing 3, so that the cold plate 100 can contact the optical module 200 to assist the optical module 200 in heat dissipation.

[0027] The main body 1 of the cold plate is provided with a flow channel 11 (such as... Figure 4 As shown, the flow channel 11 can extend in a tortuous manner, and one side of the flow channel 11 can be open to facilitate the processing and shaping of the flow channel 11. The cold plate cover 2 is placed on one side of the cold plate body 1 to close one side of the flow channel 11. The cold plate cover 2 can be fixed to the cold plate body 1 by welding or other means, so that the coolant can flow in the flow channel 11 without leakage. The cold plate cover 2 is located above the cold plate body 1, and the cold plate cover 2 and the cold plate body 1 are combined to form the cold plate 100. However, the combination method of the cold plate cover 2 and the cold plate body 1 is not limited.

[0028] The inlet connector 4 and the outlet connector 5 are quick-connect male and female connectors. The inlet connector 4 and the outlet connector 5 are connected to the flow channel 11 of the cold plate body 1. In this embodiment, the flow channel 11 has an inlet end 111 and an outlet end 112 (e.g., ...). Figure 4 As shown, the water inlet connector 4 is connected to the water inlet end 111 of the flow channel 11, and the water outlet connector 5 is connected to the water outlet end 112 of the flow channel 11. Coolant can be delivered to the flow channel 11 through the water inlet connector 4. After heat exchange, the coolant is output as hot coolant through the water outlet connector 5 to assist in the heat dissipation of the optical module 200.

[0029] Both the inlet connector 4 and the outlet connector 5 include a male quick connector 10 and a female quick connector 20. The male quick connector 10 and the female quick connector 20 are corresponding male and female structures, which allow the male quick connector 10 and the female quick connector 20 to be quickly connected by plugging into each other. The male quick connector 10 of the inlet connector 4 and the outlet connector 5 are respectively connected to the inlet end 111 and the outlet end 112 of the flow channel 11 of the cold plate body 1.

[0030] Please see Figure 3 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 The male quick connector 10 includes a first inner shell 101, a first outer shell 102, and a first valve stem 103. The first inner shell 101 and the first outer shell 102 may be circular hollow bodies. The first outer shell 102 is sleeved outside the first inner shell 101, and a floating space A is formed between the first inner shell 101 and the first outer shell 102, allowing the first inner shell 101 and the first outer shell 102 to move relative to each other in the radial direction of the male quick connector 10. In this embodiment, the first inner shell 101 may have a first insertion portion 1011 and an annular body 1012. The first insertion portion 1011 and the annular body 1012 may be cylindrical. The annular body 1012 is disposed at one end of the first insertion portion 1011. The first outer shell 102 is sleeved outside the first insertion portion 1011 and the annular body 1012 of the first inner shell 101. The floating space A is located outside the first insertion portion 1011 and the annular body 1012. A floating space A is formed between the first inner shell 101 and the first outer shell 102, so that the first inner shell 101 and the first outer shell 102 can float and move.

[0031] The first valve stem 103 is elastically disposed on the first inner shell 101. That is, a first elastic element 104 can be disposed between the first valve stem 103 and the first inner shell 101. The first elastic element 104 elastically pushes the first valve stem 103, so that the first valve stem 103 can move elastically in the axial direction of the male quick connector 10, and the first valve stem 103 is elastically disposed on the first inner shell 101.

[0032] In this embodiment, a first sealing element 105 may be provided between the first inner shell 101 and the first outer shell 102. Optionally, the first sealing element 105 is disposed between the ring body 1012 of the first inner shell 101 and the first outer shell 102 to increase the sealing performance between the first inner shell 101 and the first outer shell 102.

[0033] One end of the first housing 102 may form a first connection port 106 for connecting the flow channel 11 of the cold plate body 1, and a second sealing member 107 may be provided on the outer side of the first housing 102. The second sealing member 107 may be located between the first housing 102 and the cold plate body 1 to increase the sealing between the male quick connector 10 and the cold plate body 1.

[0034] In this embodiment, an inner shell 108 may be provided inside the first outer shell 102. The inner shell 108 may be provided inside the first outer shell 102 by means of screwing or interference, etc. The inner shell 108 is located outside the first inner shell 101, and the floating space A is located between the first inner shell 101 and the inner shell 108, so that the first inner shell 101 and the first outer shell 102 can float and move. One end of the inner shell 108 has a positioning part 1081 (e.g., Figure 3 and Figure 5 As shown, the positioning part 1081 is positioned by abutting against one end of the first outer shell 102, and the other end of the inner shell 108 has a limiting part 1082. The limiting part 1082 is located on one side of the ring body 1012. The limiting part 1082 can stop and limit the first inner shell 101 and the ring body 1012, so that there will be no axial displacement between the first inner shell 101 and the first outer shell 102.

[0035] Please see Figure 3 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 The female quick connector 20 includes a second inner shell 201, a second outer shell 202, and a second valve stem 203. The second inner shell 201 and the second outer shell 202 may be circular hollow bodies, with the second outer shell 202 sleeved outside the second inner shell 201. The second valve stem 203 is elastically disposed on the second inner shell 201. That is, a second elastic element 204 may be disposed between the second valve stem 203 and the second inner shell 201. The second elastic element 204 elastically pushes the second valve stem 203, allowing the second valve stem 203 to move elastically axially within the female quick connector 20, thus elastically disposing of the second valve stem 203 on the second inner shell 201.

[0036] In this embodiment, a third sealing element 205 may be provided on the inner side of the second outer shell 202. When the male quick connector 10 and the female quick connector 20 are plugged into each other, the third sealing element 205 may be located between the first inner shell 101 and the second outer shell 202 to increase the sealing performance of the male quick connector 10 and the female quick connector 20. A second connection port 206 may be formed at one end of the second outer shell 202 for connecting to the cooling water circulation channel, and a fourth sealing element 207 may be provided on the outer side of the second outer shell 202 to increase the sealing performance of the connection.

[0037] The male quick-connector 10 and female quick-connector 20 of this utility model are respectively provided with a first valve stem 103 and a second valve stem 203 for elastic positioning. This allows the male quick-connector 10 and female quick-connector 20 to remain in a closed state when not interlocked, and to maintain a closed internal channel during disassembly, automatically stopping water flow and facilitating disassembly. When the male quick-connector 10 and female quick-connector 20 are interlocked (e.g., ...), ... Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the first valve stem 103 and the second valve stem 203 push against each other to open the internal channels of the male quick connector 10 and the female quick connector 20, so that the male quick connector 10 and the female quick connector 20 can be in an open state, allowing the coolant to flow within the male quick connector 10 and the female quick connector 20, so as to facilitate the delivery of coolant.

[0038] In this utility model, the optical module water-cooling heat dissipation device, after the optical module 200 is inserted into the metal housing 3, will abut against the cold plate 100, causing the cold plate 100 to be lifted upwards. Since the male quick connector 10 has a floating space A, a floating mechanism can be formed, providing a floating (moving) function. The floating space A can have a floating distance H (e.g., ...). Figure 5 As shown in the figure, the floating distance H is preferably 0.5 to 1.5 mm, and it is preferable that the floating distance H is not less than the lifting height.

[0039] [Beneficial Effects of the Examples]

[0040] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: The optical module water-cooled heat dissipation device provided by this utility model includes a cold plate body, a cold plate cover, a metal shell, a water inlet connector, and a water outlet connector. The cold plate body has a flow channel inside. The cold plate cover is located above the cold plate body, and the cold plate cover and the cold plate body are combined to form a cold plate, which is mounted on the metal shell. The water inlet connector and the water outlet connector are connected to the flow channel of the cold plate body. Both the water inlet connector and the water outlet connector include a male quick connector and a female quick connector, which can be quickly connected by mutual insertion. The male quick connector includes a first inner shell, a first outer shell, and a first valve stem. The first outer shell is sleeved outside the first inner shell, and a floating space is formed between the first inner shell and the first outer shell, allowing the first inner shell and the first outer shell to move relative to each other in the radial direction of the male quick connector. The first valve stem is elastically positioned inside the first inner shell. The female quick-connector includes a second inner shell, a second outer shell, and a second valve stem. The second outer shell is fitted over the second inner shell, and the second valve stem is elastically positioned within the second inner shell. When the male and female quick-connectors are not interlocked, the first and second valve stems maintain a closed state. When the male and female quick-connectors are interlocked, the first and second valve stems push against each other, opening the male and female quick-connectors. When the optical module is inserted into the metal housing, it contacts the cold plate, causing the cold plate to be lifted upwards. The male quick-connector utilizes a floating space to provide a floating function, ensuring that the insertion and removal of the optical module are not affected, allowing the optical module to be smoothly inserted into or removed from the metal housing.

[0041] However, the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the scope of patent protection of the present utility model. Therefore, all equivalent changes made based on the content of the present utility model specification and drawings are similarly included within the scope of protection of the present utility model and are hereby stated.

Claims

1. A water-cooled heat dissipation device for optical modules, characterized in that, include: A cold plate body, wherein the cold plate body is provided with flow channels; A cold plate cover is provided above the cold plate body, and the cold plate cover and the cold plate body are combined to form a cold plate; A metal casing, wherein the cold plate is disposed on the metal casing; One water inlet connector; and A water outlet connector, wherein both the water inlet connector and the water outlet connector include a male quick connector and a female quick connector. The male quick connectors of the water inlet connector and the water outlet connector are connected to the flow channel of the cold plate body. The male quick connector and the female quick connector can be quickly connected by plugging into each other. The male quick connector includes a first inner shell, a first outer shell and a first valve stem. The first outer shell is sleeved on the outside of the first inner shell. A floating space is formed between the first inner shell and the first outer shell, allowing the first inner shell and the first outer shell to move relative to each other in the radial direction of the male quick connector. The first valve stem is elastically positioned inside the first inner shell. The female quick connector includes a second inner shell, a second outer shell and a second valve stem. The second outer shell is sleeved on the outside of the second inner shell, and the second valve stem is elastically positioned inside the second inner shell. When the male quick connector and the female quick connector are not plugged into each other, the first valve stem and the second valve stem can be used to maintain a closed state. When the male quick connector and the female quick connector are plugged into each other, the first valve stem and the second valve stem push against each other, so that the male quick connector and the female quick connector are in an open state. When the optical module is inserted into the metal housing, the optical module abuts against the cold plate, so that the cold plate is lifted upward, and the male quick connector can use the floating space to provide a floating function.

2. The optical module water-cooling heat dissipation device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The first inner shell has a first insertion portion and a ring body. The ring body is disposed at one end of the first insertion portion. The first outer shell is sleeved on the first insertion portion and the ring body of the first inner shell. The floating space is located outside the first insertion portion and the ring body.

3. The optical module water-cooling heat dissipation device as described in claim 2, characterized in that, An inner shell is provided inside the first outer shell, and the inner shell is located outside the first inner shell. The floating space is located between the first inner shell and the inner shell. One end of the inner shell has a positioning part, which abuts against one end of the first outer shell for positioning. The other end of the inner shell has a limiting part, which is located on one side of the ring body. The limiting part can stop and limit the ring body, so that no axial displacement occurs between the first inner shell and the first outer shell.

4. The optical module water-cooling heat dissipation device as described in claim 2, characterized in that, A first sealing element is provided between the ring body of the first inner shell and the first outer shell.

5. The optical module water-cooling heat dissipation device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, An inner shell is provided on the inner side of the first outer shell. The inner shell is located on the outer side of the first inner shell. The floating space is located between the first inner shell and the inner shell. One end of the inner shell has a positioning part, which abuts against one end of the first outer shell for positioning. The other end of the inner shell has a limiting part, which can stop and limit the first inner shell, so that no axial displacement occurs between the first inner shell and the first outer shell.

6. The optical module water-cooling heat dissipation device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A first sealing element is provided between the first inner shell and the first outer shell.

7. The optical module water-cooling heat dissipation device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, One end of the first outer shell forms a first connection port for connecting the flow channel of the cold plate body. A second sealing member is provided on the outer side of the first outer shell, and the second sealing member is located between the first outer shell and the cold plate body.

8. The optical module water-cooling heat dissipation device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The inner side of the second housing is provided with a third sealing element. When the male quick connector and the female quick connector are plugged into each other, the third sealing element is located between the first inner housing and the second housing.

9. The optical module water-cooling heat dissipation device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, One end of the second housing forms a second connection port, and a fourth seal is provided on the outside of the second housing.

10. The optical module water-cooling heat dissipation device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The flow channel extends in a tortuous manner, with one side of the flow channel being open. The cold plate cover is placed on one side of the cold plate body to close one side of the flow channel. The flow channel has a water inlet end and a water outlet end. The water inlet connector is connected to the water inlet end of the flow channel, and the water outlet connector is connected to the water outlet end of the flow channel.

Images