A data center cooling water segregator

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of data center cooling water water segregator, belong to liquid cooling technical field, solved the problem that the prior art needs to be customized processing when adjusting joint seat spacing or overall length adjustment, influence batch production efficiency.It includes main pipe and the joint seat being set on main pipe, and the connecting pipe is connected between two adjacent main pipes.The application can produce main pipe and joint seat in batch, then connect different length connecting pipe according to demand, so that the length of entire water segregator and the spacing between two joint seats can be adjusted;And the processing of connecting pipe is simple, only needs to be cut simply, can greatly improve the efficiency of batch production.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of liquid cooling technology, specifically to a data center cooling water separator. Background Technology

[0002] Manifolds play a vital role in data center liquid cooling systems, acting as the "blood vessels" between the coolant distribution unit (CDU) and the server cold plates. As data center power density increases from the traditional 20kW to 50kW or even higher, liquid cooling technology is gradually replacing air cooling as the mainstream heat dissipation solution, and the development of manifolds, as one of the core components of liquid cooling systems, has attracted widespread attention.

[0003] Data center coolant distributors can evenly distribute coolant to each branch, ensuring that each server node receives appropriate cooling flow; provide flow channels for hot and cold liquids for efficient heat exchange; support quick plug-and-play maintenance to improve system availability; and reduce overall energy consumption by optimizing flow distribution. In a liquid cooling system architecture, the coolant distributor, along with liquid-cooled servers, liquid-cooled cabinets, PDUs (Power Distribution Units), and CDUs (Coolant Distribution Units), constitutes a complete liquid cooling solution.

[0004] Although current water manifold technology has made significant progress and is widely used in data center liquid cooling systems, it still has certain drawbacks. Existing water manifolds are divided into modular and fixed types. Modular manifolds consist of a short main pipe fixedly connected to a connector (for connecting blind-plug connectors), facilitating mass production by connecting multiple short main pipes together as needed. However, this method results in the spacing between the two connectors being non-adjustable. Adjusting the spacing requires custom-made short main pipes of different lengths, which is cumbersome and affects mass production efficiency. Fixed manifolds consist of a long main pipe with multiple connectors installed. Holes can be custom-drilled into the long main pipe and the connectors welded on. However, the length of the long main pipe in a fixed manifold is fixed; increasing or decreasing the length also requires custom-made long main pipes, further impacting mass production efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the aforementioned problems, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a data center cooling water distributor. This application allows for the mass production of the main pipe and connector, and then the connection of different lengths of connecting pipes can be made according to requirements, thereby adjusting the length of the entire water distributor and the spacing between the two connectors. The processing of the connecting pipes is simple, requiring only simple cutting, which can greatly improve the efficiency of mass production.

[0006] The technical solution adopted in this utility model is as follows: A data center cooling water distributor includes a main pipe and a connector mounted on the main pipe, with a connecting pipe connecting two adjacent main pipes.

[0007] Preferably, the main pipe and the connecting pipe are connected by snap-fit, welding, or threading.

[0008] Preferably, the main pipe and the connecting pipe are snapped together, and one end of both the main pipe and the connecting pipe is provided with a stepped groove, and a snap-fit ​​groove is opened on the stepped groove. The outer wall of the other end of both the main pipe and the connecting pipe is provided with a wedge-shaped snap-fit ​​block that cooperates with the snap-fit ​​groove.

[0009] Preferably, the outer wall of the main pipe and the connecting pipe is provided with an installation groove, and on the same main pipe or connecting pipe, a wedge-shaped block is located between the installation groove and the slot, and a sealing ring is installed in the installation groove.

[0010] Preferably, both the main pipe and the connecting pipe are square tubes.

[0011] Preferably, the main pipe is welded to the connecting pipe, and both ends of the main pipe are provided with stepped grooves for engaging and limiting the connecting pipe.

[0012] Preferably, the main pipe and the connecting pipe are threaded together, and the two ends of the main pipe are provided with stepped grooves, which are circular and threaded together with the connecting pipe.

[0013] Preferably, the main pipe, connector, and connecting pipe are all made of plastic.

[0014] Preferably, the main pipe and the connector are integrally formed.

[0015] In summary, due to the adoption of the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of this utility model are: This application allows for the mass production of main pipes and connectors, and then the connection of different lengths of connecting pipes can be made according to requirements, thereby adjusting the length of the entire water distributor and the spacing between the two connectors; the processing of the connecting pipes is simple, requiring only simple cutting, which can greatly improve the efficiency of mass production. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the first embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 2This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the second embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the third embodiment of the present invention.

[0018] Reference numerals: 1-Main pipe; 2-Connector seat; 3-Slot; 4-Connecting pipe; 5-Installation slot; 6-Step slot; 7-Wedge-shaped locking block. Detailed Implementation

[0019] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0020] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0021] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that if terms such as "center", "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inner", "outer" appear to indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product is in use, they are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0022] The following is combined with Figures 1-3 This utility model will be described in detail.

[0023] Example A data center cooling water distributor includes a main pipe 1 and a connector 2 disposed on the main pipe 1, with a connecting pipe 4 connecting two adjacent main pipes 1.

[0024] The main pipe 1 and connector 2 can be mass-produced, and then different lengths of connecting pipe 4 can be connected according to requirements, thereby adjusting the length of the entire water distributor and the distance between the two connectors 2; the processing of connecting pipe 4 is simple, requiring only simple cutting, which can greatly improve the efficiency of mass production.

[0025] Connector 2 connects to a blind plug (not shown in the figure). Cooling water enters the main pipe 1 and then flows through connector 2 and the blind plug into the cooling structure for cooling.

[0026] The main pipe 1 and the connecting pipe 4 are connected by snap-fit, welding, or thread. The main pipe 1 and the connecting pipe 4 can be connected using one of the three methods mentioned above, depending on actual needs.

[0027] like Figure 1 As shown, when the main pipe 1 and the connecting pipe 4 are engaged, one end of both the main pipe 1 and the connecting pipe 4 is provided with a stepped groove 6, and a slot 3 is formed on the stepped groove 6. The outer wall of the other end of the main pipe 1 and the connecting pipe 4 is provided with a wedge-shaped locking block 7 that mates with the slot 3. The main pipe 1 and the connecting pipe 4 are quickly connected by inserting the wedge-shaped locking block 7 into the slot 3, while the stepped groove 6 can limit the insertion of the main pipe 1 and the connecting pipe 4 too deeply, which would affect the fit between the wedge-shaped locking block 7 and the slot 3.

[0028] With the main pipe 1 and connecting pipe 4 interlocked, mounting grooves 5 are provided on the outer walls of the main pipe 1 and connecting pipe 4. On the same main pipe 1 or connecting pipe 4, wedge-shaped locking blocks 7 are located between mounting grooves 5 and locking slots 3. A sealing ring (not shown in the figure) is installed in the mounting groove 5. The sealing ring ensures that the gap between the main pipe 1 and connecting pipe 4 is sealed, preventing cooling water leakage.

[0029] Based on the snap-fit ​​connection between the main pipe 1 and the connecting pipe 4, both the main pipe 1 and the connecting pipe 4 are square tubes. During the snap-fit ​​process, the square tubes can guide the snap-fit ​​process, ensuring that the wedge-shaped locking block 7 is aligned with the locking groove 3 and snapped in. The main pipe 1 and the connecting pipe 4 can also be made of round tubes, but it is more troublesome to align and insert the wedge-shaped locking block 7 with the locking groove 3. Therefore, the square tube structure is preferred.

[0030] like Figure 2 As shown, when welding is performed between the main pipe 1 and the connecting pipe 4, both ends of the main pipe 1 are provided with stepped grooves 6 for locking and limiting the connecting pipe 4. When the connecting pipe 4 is inserted into the main pipe 1 and abuts against the stepped groove 6, it indicates that the connecting pipe 4 is inserted in place, and welding can only be performed at this time.

[0031] like Figure 3 As shown, when the main pipe 1 and the connecting pipe 4 are threaded together, both ends of the main pipe 1 are provided with stepped grooves 6. The stepped grooves 6 are circular and are threaded to the connecting pipe 4. After the stepped grooves 6 are threaded to the connecting pipe 4, they can also restrict the connecting pipe 4 from going any further, thereby ensuring that the connecting pipe 4 is connected in place. An annular sealing gasket can be placed in the stepped grooves 6 to ensure the sealing of the threaded connection.

[0032] The main pipe 1, connector 2, and connecting pipe 4 are all made of plastic. Existing manifolds are made of stainless steel, which is relatively heavy, while using plastic can reduce the weight by 80%-85%, making them easier to transport.

[0033] The main pipe 1 and connector 2 are integrally molded. Existing water distributors are made of stainless steel, and connector 2 and main pipe 1 are welded together using laser welding. A single water distributor may have 40-50 nodes, requiring 40-50 welding points. Therefore, the welding requirements for this part of the existing water distributor are extremely high. In actual use, because the force when tightening the quick-connect fitting is directly transmitted to the weld point, if there is a weak weld, cracks and failures can easily occur under repeated disassembly and reassembly or pressure fluctuations, thus affecting the normal operation of the data center. This application, however, uses plastic and can be integrally injection molded, avoiding the leakage risk at the connection between connector 2 and main pipe 1, effectively ensuring the normal operation of the data center.

[0034] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, or improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A data center cooling water distributor comprising a main pipe (1) and a joint seat (2) provided on the main pipe (1), characterized in that, A connecting pipe (4) connects two adjacent main pipes (1); the main pipes (1) and the connecting pipes (4) are connected by snap-fit, welding or thread.

2. A data center cooling water break in accordance with claim 1, wherein, The main pipe (1) and the connecting pipe (4) are connected by a snap-fit. One end of the main pipe (1) and the connecting pipe (4) is provided with a stepped groove (6). A slot (3) is provided on the stepped groove (6). The outer wall of the other end of the main pipe (1) and the connecting pipe (4) is provided with a wedge-shaped locking block (7) that cooperates with the slot (3).

3. A data center cooling water break in accordance with claim 2, wherein, The outer walls of the main pipe (1) and the connecting pipe (4) are provided with mounting grooves (5). On the same main pipe (1) or connecting pipe (4), a wedge-shaped block (7) is located between the mounting groove (5) and the slot (3). A sealing ring is installed in the mounting groove (5).

4. The data center cooling water distributer of claim 2, wherein, Both the main pipe (1) and the connecting pipe (4) are square tubes.

5. A data center cooling water distributor according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main pipe (1) is welded to the connecting pipe (4), and the two ends of the main pipe (1) are provided with stepped grooves (6) for locking and limiting the connecting pipe (4).

6. The data center cooling water distributer of claim 1, wherein, The main pipe (1) is threadedly connected to the connecting pipe (4). The two ends of the main pipe (1) are provided with stepped grooves (6), which are circular and threadedly connected to the connecting pipe (4).

7. The data center cooling water distributer of claim 1, wherein, The main pipe (1), connector (2) and connecting pipe (4) are all made of plastic.

8. A data center cooling water break in accordance with claim 7, wherein, The main tube (1) and the connector (2) are integrally formed.

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