Power supply module

Abstract

A power supply module includes a water-cooling tray, a power supply and a handle. The power supply is disposed on the water-cooling tray. The handle includes two connecting arms, a grip and a protrusion. The two connecting arms connect opposite sides of the power supply. The grip connects the two connecting arms. The protrusion is disposed on at least one of the two connecting arms and located on a side of the connecting arm facing the water-cooling tray. Based on this configuration, the disassembly efficiency between the power supply and the water-cooling tray can be improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a power supply module, and more particularly to a power supply module that is easy to assemble and replace. Background Technology

[0002] Nowadays, with the development of data centers, server hosts consume more and more power, and the power supplies installed on server racks are also developing towards higher power.

[0003] However, as the power of power supplies increases, the heat dissipation requirements of power supplies also increase. The contact between the power supply and the water cooling plate needs to be tighter to ensure good heat conduction efficiency, but this tight contact also makes the disassembly and assembly of the power supply inconvenient.

[0004] Therefore, how to propose a power supply module that can effectively solve the above problems is one of the issues that the industry is currently eager to address by investing research and development resources. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of this, one objective of this disclosure is to propose a power supply module that can solve the above-mentioned problems.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, according to one embodiment of this disclosure, a power supply module includes a water cooling plate, a power supply, and a handle. The power supply is disposed on the water cooling plate. The handle includes two connecting arms, a grip portion, and a protrusion. The two connecting arms connect opposite sides of the power supply. The grip portion connects the two connecting arms. The protrusion is disposed on at least one of the two connecting arms and is located on the side of the at least one connecting arm facing the water cooling plate.

[0007] In one or more embodiments disclosed herein, the power supply module further includes two clamping members. The two clamping members are disposed on the water cooling plate. The side of the power supply away from the handle is located between the two clamping members.

[0008] In one or more embodiments disclosed herein, the handle further includes a hook. A water-cooling plate is located between the hook and at least one connecting arm.

[0009] In one or more embodiments disclosed herein, the handle further includes two pivot points. Two connecting arms are pivotally connected to a power supply about the two pivot points. At least one of the two pivot points is disposed between the protrusion and the hook.

[0010] In one or more embodiments disclosed herein, the power supply has a first fin on the side facing the water cooling plate. The water cooling plate has a second fin on the side facing the power supply. The first and second fins are arranged alternately.

[0011] In one or more embodiments disclosed herein, the power supply module further includes thermal paste. The thermal paste is filled between the first fin and the second fin.

[0012] In one or more embodiments disclosed herein, the water cooling plate includes a groove and a plurality of balls. The groove is disposed on the side of the water cooling plate facing the power supply. The balls are rotatably disposed within the groove.

[0013] In one or more embodiments disclosed herein, a power supply module includes a water cooling plate, a power supply, and a handle. The water cooling plate includes multiple through holes and multiple vacuum conduits respectively connected to the through holes. The power supply is disposed on the water cooling plate and includes two limiting portions. The handle includes two connecting arms and a gripping portion. The two connecting arms are connected to the water cooling plate and located on the side of the two limiting portions away from the water cooling plate. The gripping portion is connected to the two connecting arms. The through holes communicate between the side of the water cooling plate where the power supply is disposed and the opposite side.

[0014] In one or more embodiments disclosed herein, a power supply module is installed in a server rack and includes a first water-cooling plate, a power supply, a first handle, a second water-cooling plate, and a second handle. The power supply is disposed on the first water-cooling plate. The first handle includes two first connecting arms and a first grip portion. The two first connecting arms are connected to opposite sides of the power supply. The first grip portion is connected to the two first connecting arms. The second water-cooling plate is disposed on the power supply.

[0015] In one or more embodiments disclosed herein, the power supply module further includes a second handle. The second handle includes two second connecting arms and a second grip portion. The two second connecting arms are connected to opposite sides of the second water-cooling plate. The second grip portion is connected to the two second connecting arms.

[0016] In one or more embodiments disclosed herein, the power supply module further includes a first frame, a second frame, and at least one spring contact. The second frame is disposed on the first frame. The first water-cooling plate is disposed on the first frame. The second water-cooling plate is disposed on the second frame. The spring contact is disposed between the second frame and the second water-cooling plate.

[0017] In one or more embodiments disclosed herein, the power supply module further includes a fastening element. The second water-cooling plate includes a latch hole. The second frame has a locking hole. The fastening element is inserted into the latch hole and engages with the locking hole.

[0018] In one or more embodiments disclosed herein, the number of first water-cooling plates is one. The number of second water-cooling plates is two.

[0019] In one or more embodiments disclosed herein, a power supply module, installed in a server rack, includes a first water-cooling plate, multiple power supplies, and multiple second water-cooling plates. The power supplies are disposed on the first water-cooling plate. Each power supply includes a housing, a main circuit board, and at least one sub-circuit board. The housing has a base plate, a first side plate, and a second side plate. The first and second side plates are located on opposite sides of the base plate, with the first side plate abutting against the first water-cooling plate. The main circuit board is fixed to the base plate. The sub-circuit board is disposed on the side of the main circuit board and is in close contact with at least one of the two side plates. The second water-cooling plates are correspondingly disposed on the power supplies. The second water-cooling plates abut against the second side plate of the corresponding power supply.

[0020] In one or more embodiments disclosed herein, the power supply module further includes an outer frame. The outer frame is fixed to the server rack. The second water-cooling plate has a front end and an end end. The front end is detachably fixed to a corresponding power supply or outer frame by a locking mechanism. The end end is pivotally connected to the outer frame by a pivoting mechanism. The pivoting mechanism includes a pivot. The axis of the pivot is parallel to the outer surface of the second side plate.

[0021] In summary, in the power supply module disclosed herein, the protrusion on the connecting arm allows the power supply to separate from the water cooling plate by pressing down or pulling up the handle. The hook on the handle and the clamping member on the water cooling plate secure the power supply to the water cooling plate, ensuring close contact. The limiting part of the power supply allows it to be secured by pushing down the limiting part while pressing down the handle. The fastening member and the spring clip on the frame hold the water cooling plate tightly against the power supply, and the water cooling plate moves away from the power supply and frame after the fastening member is released. The locking mechanism and the pivoting mechanism secure the front end of the water cooling plate to the power supply or the outer frame, and the end of the water cooling plate is pivotally connected to the outer frame and rotates around the pivot axis of the pivoting mechanism.

[0022] The above description is only used to illustrate the problem to be solved by this disclosure, the technical means to solve the problem, and the effects produced, etc. The specific details of this disclosure will be described in detail in the following implementation method and related drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0023] To make the above and other objects, features, advantages and embodiments disclosed herein more apparent and understandable, the accompanying drawings are described below:

[0024] Figure 1 A perspective view of a power supply module according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is provided.

[0025] Figure 2 For illustration Figure 1 The partial 3D view of the first fin of the water-cooling plate is omitted.

[0026] Figure 3 A perspective view of a power supply module according to another embodiment of this disclosure is provided.

[0027] Figure 4 A perspective view of a power supply module according to another embodiment of this disclosure is provided.

[0028] Figure 5 For illustration Figure 4 A three-dimensional rear view of the power supply module with its handle in the open position.

[0029] Figure 6 For illustration Figure 4 A three-dimensional view of the water-cooled plate with its through-holes connected to vacuum conduits;

[0030] Figure 7 A perspective view of a power supply module according to another embodiment of this disclosure is provided.

[0031] Figure 8 To illustrate the enlarged drawing Figure 7 A magnified view of the power supply module in the area marked with a dashed circle A from another perspective;

[0032] Figure 9 For illustration Figure 7 A 3D view of the power supply module in the middle after its second water cooling plate is detached from the outer frame;

[0033] Figure 10 A perspective view of a power supply module according to another embodiment of this disclosure is provided.

[0034] Figure 11 To illustrate the enlarged drawing Figure 10 A partial enlarged view of the power supply module in the area marked by the dashed circle B;

[0035] Figure 12 A perspective view of a power supply module according to another embodiment of this disclosure is provided.

[0036] Figure 13 For illustration Figure 12 Exploded view of the power supply module in the image;

[0037] Figure 14 To illustrate the enlarged drawing Figure 13 A magnified view of the power supply module in the area marked with a dashed circle C;

[0038] Figure 15 To illustrate the enlarged drawing Figure 13 A magnified view of the power supply module in the area marked with a dashed circle D;

[0039] Figure 16 For illustration Figure 13 The power supply module in the middle has its power supply placed on the first water cooling plate in a three-dimensional rear view;

[0040] Figure 17 A perspective view of a power supply module according to another embodiment of this disclosure is provided.

[0041] Figure 18 For illustration Figure 17 An exploded view of the power supply module in the image;

[0042] Figure 19 For illustration Figure 17 The rear view of the power supply module in the image, with the outer frames on both sides omitted;

[0043] Figure 20 For illustration Figure 19 A side plan view of the power supply module in the image.

[0044] [Symbol Explanation]

[0045] 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70: Power Supply Module

[0046] 110, 210, 310, 410, 610, 710: Power supplies

[0047] 111: First fin

[0048] 120, 220, 320: Water-cooled plate

[0049] 121: Second fin

[0050] 122: Slide

[0051] 123: Ball bearing

[0052] 130, 230, 330: Handle

[0053] 131,231,331: Connecting arm

[0054] 132,232,332,642: Grip section

[0055] 133: hook part

[0056] 133a: First extension

[0057] 133b: Second extension

[0058] 134,234: Bumps

[0059] 134a, 234a, 331a, 441a, 451a: Pushing surface

[0060] 135,235: Rotation pivot

[0061] 140: Clamping component

[0062] 150: Thermal paste

[0063] 312: Limiting part

[0064] 322: Through hole

[0065] 323: Vacuum conduit

[0066] 340: Fastener

[0067] 420: First water-cooling plate

[0068] 430, 530, 630, 730: Second water cooling plate

[0069] 440, 620, 720: Top Leader

[0070] 441: First connecting arm

[0071] 442: First gripping part

[0072] 450, 640, 740: Second-in-command

[0073] 451: Second connecting arm

[0074] 452: Second grip section

[0075] 460, 660, 760: Outer frame

[0076] 531, 631: latch hole

[0077] 540: First Frame

[0078] 550, 650: Second frame

[0079] 550a: Keyhole

[0080] 560: Fasteners

[0081] 561, 641: Fastening part

[0082] 562: Connecting part

[0083] 563: Protrusion

[0084] 570, 770: Shrapnel

[0085] 611: Roller

[0086] 632: Screw

[0087] 661: Card slot

[0088] 662: Track

[0089] 662a: Upper end

[0090] 662b: Lower end

[0091] 670: Drum

[0092] 671: Card-connecting section

[0093] 680: Stop plate

[0094] 681: Stop groove

[0095] 711: Outer shell

[0096] 711a: Base Plate

[0097] 711b: First side plate

[0098] 711c: Second side panel

[0099] 730a: Front end

[0100] 730b: End

[0101] 780: Locking mechanism

[0102] 790: Pivot mechanism

[0103] 791: Pivot

[0104] c1: Main circuit board

[0105] c2: Sub-circuit board

[0106] s: outer surface

[0107] A, B, C, D: Partial view of the power supply module

[0108] D1: Width

[0109] R: Axial direction

[0110] X: First direction

[0111] Y: Second direction

[0112] Z: Third-party direction Detailed Implementation

[0113] The following description, with reference to the accompanying drawings, illustrates several embodiments of this disclosure. For clarity, many practical details will be described in the following description. However, it should be understood that these practical details should not be used to limit this disclosure. That is, in some embodiments of this disclosure, these practical details are not essential. Furthermore, for the sake of simplicity, some conventional structures and elements will be shown in the drawings in a simplified schematic manner.

[0114] To help readers better understand the interrelationships and orientations of the various components, the accompanying diagram indicates the coordinate axes X as the first direction, Y as the second direction, and Z as the third direction. Furthermore, the first direction X, the second direction Y, and the third direction Z are perpendicular to each other.

[0115] Please refer to Figure 1 This is a perspective view illustrating a power supply module 10 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 1 As shown, in this embodiment, the power supply module 10 includes a power supply 110 and a water cooling plate 120, and the power supply 110 is detachably mounted on the water cooling plate 120. In this embodiment, the power supply module 10 also includes a handle 130, which includes two connecting arms 131 and a gripping portion 132 connecting the two connecting arms 131. Specifically, the two connecting arms 131 are respectively connected to opposite sides of the power supply 110, and the gripping portion 132 is disposed between the two connecting arms 131 and configured for the operator to grip. The operator can apply external force to the gripping portion 132 to drive the connecting arms 131 connected to the power supply 110, thereby completing the assembly and disassembly of the power supply 110 above the water cooling plate 120.

[0116] like Figure 1 As shown. In this embodiment, the handle 130 further includes a hook 133. The hook 133 extends from at least one of the two connecting arms 131 toward the water cooling plate 120 and hooks onto the side of the water cooling plate 120 away from the power supply 110. In other words, the water cooling plate 120 can be fastened or clamped between the connecting arm 131 and the hook 133, and both connecting arms 131 may be provided with the hook 133 simultaneously, or only one connecting arm 131 may be provided with the hook 133. In this embodiment, the hook 133 has a first extension 133a and a second extension 133b, one end of the first extension 133a is connected to the connecting arm 131, and the other end is connected to the second extension 133b. When the connecting arm 131 is positioned substantially parallel to the water-cooling plate 120, the first extension 133a extends in the opposite direction of the third direction Z, and the second extension 133b extends in the opposite direction of the second direction Y. The length of the first extension 133a can be equal to or slightly greater than the thickness of the water-cooling plate 120, allowing the water-cooling plate 120 to engage between the first extension 133a and the second extension 133b of the hook 133. In this embodiment, when the hook 133 hooks onto the side of the water-cooling plate 120 where the power supply 110 is located, the water-cooling plate 120 is pushed by the second extension 133b and makes closer contact with the power supply 110, thereby achieving better fixation and heat dissipation effects.

[0117] like Figure 1As shown, in this embodiment, the power supply module 10 further includes two clamping members 140, which are disposed on the water cooling plate 120, and the side of the power supply 110 away from the handle 130 is configured to be clamped between the two clamping members 140. Specifically, the two clamping members 140 are structures with elastic deformation capability, and the distance between the two clamping members 140 is slightly smaller than the width D1 of the power supply 110. When the operator places the power supply 110 on the water cooling plate 120 and pushes the power supply 110 between the two clamping members 140 in the opposite direction of the second direction Y, the two clamping members 140 will expand and generate elastic deformation due to the push of the power supply 110 (i.e., the distance between the two clamping members 140 increases). When the power supply 110 is fixed between the two clamping members 140, the accumulated elastic potential energy of the elastic deformation is released, so as to provide clamping forces in the opposite directions of the first direction X on both sides of the power supply 110, thereby fixing the power supply 110 on the water cooling plate 120.

[0118] like Figure 1 As shown, in this embodiment, the handle 130 further includes a protrusion 134 and two rotational pivots 135. The protrusion 134 is disposed on at least one of the two connecting arms 131 and configured to push against the water-cooling plate 120. In other words, both connecting arms 131 may have protrusions 134 simultaneously, or only one connecting arm 131 may have a protrusion 134, and the protrusion 134 is located on the side of the connecting arm 131 facing the water-cooling plate 120. Specifically, the protrusion 134 has a pushing surface 134a, through which the protrusion 134 pushes against the water-cooling plate 120, causing the power supply 110 to disengage from the water-cooling plate 120. In this embodiment, the two connecting arms 131 are pivotally connected to the power supply 110 with the two rotational pivots 135 as centers. In other words, the handle 130 rotates around the power supply 110 with the two rotational pivots 135 as centers.

[0119] like Figure 1 As shown, in this embodiment, when the hook 133 hooks onto the water-cooling plate 120, the operator can apply external forces in the second direction Y and the third direction Z to the handle 130 by holding the grip portion 132 of the handle 130. At this time, the connecting arm 131 will rotate around the power supply 110 with the pivot point 135 as the center, and move from a position substantially parallel to the water-cooling plate 120 (i.e., the second direction Y) to a position substantially perpendicular to the water-cooling plate 120 (i.e., the third direction Z). In this embodiment, since at least one of the two pivot points 135 is provided between the hook 133 and the protrusion 134 (similar to a seesaw), during the continuous movement of the connecting arm 131, the hook 133 will disengage from the water-cooling plate 120, and the protrusion 134 will push against the water-cooling plate 120 to separate the power supply 110 from the water-cooling plate 120.

[0120] like Figure 1 As shown, in this embodiment, the power supply 110 has a first fin 111 on the side facing the water cooling plate 120, and the water cooling plate 120 has a second fin 121 on the side facing the power supply 110. The first fin 111 and the second fin 121 are arranged alternately to increase the contact area between the water cooling plate 120 and the power supply 110, thereby improving the heat dissipation efficiency of the power supply 110. The heat energy of the power supply 110 can be conducted from the first fin 111 to the second fin 121, and finally absorbed and carried away by the coolant or coolant in the water cooling plate 120. In this embodiment, the first fin 111 and the second fin 121 are integrally formed or manufactured by aluminum extrusion, but this disclosure is not limited to this. In some embodiments, the first fin 111 and the second fin 121 can also be manufactured by metal 3D printing, die casting, forging, powder metallurgy, deep drawing, isothermal forging, or a combination of the above methods.

[0121] like Figure 1 As shown, in this embodiment, the power supply module 10 further includes thermal paste 150, which is filled between the first fin 111 and the second fin 121. Specifically, the thermal paste 150 is evenly applied to the junction of the first fin 111 and the second fin 121. The thermal paste 150 can fill the small gaps between the first fin 111 and the second fin 121 after they are arranged in an alternating pattern, thereby improving the efficiency of heat conduction. In this embodiment, since the thermal paste 150 can form a stable adhesive layer after curing, the push-pull design of the protrusion 134 allows the operator to lift the power supply 110 with the handle 130 and push the water cooling plate 120 with the push-pull surface 134a of the protrusion 134, causing the thermal paste 150 to lose its adhesiveness and thus separating the power supply 110 from the water cooling plate 120.

[0122] Please refer to Figure 2 For illustration Figure 1 A partial perspective view of the second fin 121 is omitted from the water-cooling plate 120 in the image. (See attached image.) Figure 2 As shown, and in conjunction with reference Figure 1In this embodiment, the water cooling plate 120 includes a groove 122 and a ball bearing 123. The groove 122 is disposed on the side of the water cooling plate 120 facing the power supply 110. Specifically, when multiple power supplies 110 are provided on the water cooling plate 120, each power supply 110 may have two grooves 122 on the surface of the water cooling plate 120 in contact with it, corresponding to opposite sides of a single power supply 110, but this disclosure is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, a single power supply 110 may correspond to only one groove 122 or any number of grooves 122 on the water cooling plate 120. In this embodiment, the ball bearing 123 is rotatably disposed within the groove 122, allowing the power supply 110 to slide on the water cooling plate 120 via the ball bearing 123, and the groove 122 effectively confines the ball bearing 123 within the groove 122 to prevent it from falling out.

[0123] Please refer to Figure 3 This is a perspective view illustrating a power supply module 20 according to another embodiment of this disclosure. Figure 3 As shown, and in conjunction with reference Figure 1 In this embodiment, the power supply module 20 differs from the power supply module 10 in that the rotation fulcrum 235 of the handle 230 of the power supply module 20 is located on the side of the protrusion 234 away from the grip portion 232. In other words, when separating the power supply 210 from the water cooling plate 220, the operator can first apply an external force in the opposite direction of the second direction Y and the third direction Z to the handle 230 by gripping the grip portion 232. At this time, the two connecting arms 231 will rotate around the power supply 210 with the two rotation fulcrum 235 as the center, and move from a position substantially parallel to the water cooling plate 120 (i.e., the second direction Y) to a position substantially perpendicular to the water cooling plate 120 (i.e., the third direction Z). The pushing surface 234a of the protrusion 234 will continue to push against the water cooling plate 220 during the process of pressing down the handle 230 until the separation of the power supply 210 from the water cooling plate 220 is completed. After separation, the operator can further apply external forces in the second direction Y and the third direction Z to the handle 230 to pull the power supply 210 out of the water cooling plate 220.

[0124] Please refer to Figure 4 and Figure 5 . Figure 4 A perspective view of a power supply module 30 according to another embodiment of the present disclosure is shown. Figure 5 For illustration Figure 4 A three-dimensional rear view of the power supply module 30 with its handle 330 in the open position. (See image below.) Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, and in conjunction with reference Figure 1In this embodiment, the power supply module 30 also includes a water cooling plate 320 and a power supply 310 disposed on the water cooling plate 320, and the power supply module 30 also includes a handle 330 for the operator to grip. In this embodiment, the power supply module 30 differs from the power supply module 10 in that the power supply module 30 does not fix the power supply 310 to the water cooling plate 320 by means of a clamping member 140 or a hook 133, but directly pushes the power supply 310 against the water cooling plate 320 by means of the connecting arm 331 of the handle 330.

[0125] like Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, in this embodiment, the power supply 310 includes two limiting portions 312, and the handle 330 includes two connecting arms 331 and a grip portion 332 connecting the two connecting arms 331. One end of the connecting arm 331 away from the grip portion 332 is fixed to the water cooling plate 320 by a fixing member 340. In other words, the handle 330 is pivotally connected to the water cooling plate 320 with the fixing member 340 as a fulcrum, and can be in a closed state (e.g., ...). Figure 4 The states shown) and the on state (such as) Figure 5 The switch between states is shown. When the handle 330 is in the closed state, the connecting arm 331 will push the limiting part 312 away from the water cooling plate 320 in the opposite direction of the third direction Z with the pushing surface 331a. In other words, the limiting part 312 is the part of the power supply 310 that protrudes or extends outward, configured to receive the downward pressure from the connecting arm 331, so that the power supply 310 is fixed on the water cooling plate 320.

[0126] Please refer to Figure 6 It is a drawing Figure 4 A three-dimensional view of the water-cooled plate 320, with its through-hole 322 connecting to the vacuum conduit 323. (See diagram below.) Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, in this embodiment, the water-cooling plate 320 includes a through hole 322 and a vacuum conduit 323 connecting the through hole 322. The through hole 322 connects the side of the water-cooling plate 320 where the power supply 310 is located and the opposite side. In this embodiment, when the handle 330 is in the open state, the connecting arm 331 will no longer push against the limiting part 312. When the operator wants to separate the power supply 310 from the water-cooling plate 320, gas can be injected into the through hole 322 through the vacuum conduit 323, allowing the gas to enter the gap between the power supply 310 and the water-cooling plate 320, thereby separating the power supply 310 from the water-cooling plate 320. Conversely, when the operator wants to fix the power supply 310 to the water-cooling plate 320, the gas between the power supply 310 and the water-cooling plate 320 can be extracted through the vacuum conduit 323, so that the two are in a near-vacuum state and make closer contact.

[0127] Please refer to Figure 7 and Figure 8 . Figure 7 A perspective view of a power supply module 40 according to another embodiment of this disclosure is provided. Figure 8 To illustrate the enlarged drawing Figure 7 A magnified view of the power supply module 40, the area marked with a dashed circle A, from another perspective. (See image.) Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, in this embodiment, the power supply module 40 is installed in a server rack (not shown) and includes a first water-cooling plate 420, a power supply 410 disposed on the first water-cooling plate 420, and a second water-cooling plate 430 disposed on the power supply 410. The power supply module 40 also includes a first handle 440 connected to the power supply 410 and a second handle 450 connected to the second water-cooling plate 430. Specifically, the first handle 440 includes two first connecting arms 441 connecting opposite sides of the power supply 410 and a first grip portion 442 connecting the two first connecting arms 441. The second handle 450 includes two second connecting arms 451 connecting opposite sides of the second water-cooling plate 430 and a second grip portion 452 connecting the two second connecting arms 451. In this embodiment, the power supply module 40 also includes an outer frame 460 that can be mounted on a server rack. An operator can hold the first handle 440 of the power supply 410 and the second handle 450 of the second water cooling plate 430, and install and remove the power supply 410 and the second water cooling plate 430 from the outer frame 460 in a modular manner.

[0128] Please refer to Figure 9 It is a drawing Figure 7 A perspective view of the power supply module 40 and its second water-cooling plate 430 after detaching from the outer frame 460. (See image below.) Figure 9 As shown, in this embodiment, when the operator wants to detach the power supply 410 from the first water-cooling plate 420, the second water-cooling plate 430 must first be removed to detach it from the outer frame 460. Specifically, the second water-cooling plate 430 is pushed against the outer frame 460 by the pushing surface 451a of the second connecting arm 451 of the second handle 450, so that the second water-cooling plate 430 is away from the power supply 410. In this embodiment, there is one first water-cooling plate 420 and two second water-cooling plates 430 in the outer frame 460. The operator can remove the corresponding second water-cooling plate 430 according to the location of the power supply 410 to be removed, but this disclosure is not limited to this. In some embodiments, the second water-cooling plate 430 may also be a single integral design, or there may be more than two other quantities.

[0129] like Figure 7 and Figure 9As shown, in this embodiment, the power supply 410 is pushed against the outer frame 460 by the pushing surface 441a of the first connecting arm 441 of the first handle 440, so that the power supply 410 is away from the first water cooling plate 420. When the second water cooling plate 430 is removed from above the power supply 410, the power supply 410 cannot be directly removed from above due to the restriction of the outer frame 460. Therefore, the operator can first separate the power supply 410 from the first water cooling plate 420 by pressing the first grip 442, and then pull out the power supply 410 along the second direction Y.

[0130] Please refer to Figure 10 and Figure 11 . Figure 10 A perspective view of a power supply module 50 according to another embodiment of the present disclosure is shown. Figure 11 To illustrate the enlarged drawing Figure 10 A partial enlarged view of the power supply module 50, marked with a dashed circle B. (See image.) Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, in this embodiment, the power supply module 50 includes a first frame 540 and a second frame 550. The first frame 540 is adapted to support the first water-cooling plate 420, and the second frame 550 is adapted to support the second water-cooling plate 530. Specifically, the second frame 550 is mounted above the first frame 540, and the power supply 410 is disposed between the first water-cooling plate 420 and the second water-cooling plate 530. In this embodiment, the second frame 550 is provided with a fastening member 560, which is adapted to fix the second water-cooling plate 530, so that the second water-cooling plate 530 is detachably fixed to the second frame 550 and tightly attached to the power supply 410.

[0131] like Figure 10 and Figure 11As shown, in this embodiment, the fastening member 560 is a T-shaped latch structure, and the fastening member 560 can simultaneously fasten to the latch hole 531 on the second water-cooling plate 530 and the locking hole 550a on the second frame 550. In this embodiment, the fastening member 560 includes a fastening part 561, a connecting part 562, and a protrusion 563. The connecting part 562 connects the fastening part 561 and the protrusion 563, and the fastening part 561 is inserted into the latch hole 531 as the axis of rotation of the connecting part 562. When the operator wants to fix the second water-cooling plate 530 to the second frame 550, the operator can move the connecting part 562 into the locking hole 550a. Since the volume of the protrusion 563 is larger than the size of the locking hole 550a, the protrusion 563 will be blocked by the second frame 550, thus restricting the movement of the second water-cooling plate 530 in the third direction Z, thereby increasing the fixing effect of the second water-cooling plate 530 to the power supply 410. In this embodiment, the fastening member 560 can fix the four corners of the second water-cooling plate 530 respectively, so that the second water-cooling plate 530 is evenly stressed, but this disclosure is not limited to this. In some embodiments, the fastening member 560 can also fix only at least one of the four corners of the second water-cooling plate 530, or the locking hole 550a provided on the four sides of the second water-cooling plate 530 and fastened to the second frame 550.

[0132] like Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, in this embodiment, the second frame 550 is provided with at least one spring tab 570, and the spring tab 570 is located between the second water-cooling plate 530 and the second frame 550. When the fastening member 560 fastens the second water-cooling plate 530 and the second frame 550 (e.g. Figure 11 (As shown in the diagram), the spring plate 570 accumulates elastic potential energy due to the pressure of the second water-cooling plate 530. Furthermore, when the operator wishes to separate the second water-cooling plate 530 from the second frame 550, the operator can loosen the fastener 560, pull the connecting portion 562 of the fastener 560 out of the locking hole 550a, so that the protrusion 563 is no longer blocked by the second frame 550 and releases the accumulated elastic potential energy of the spring plate 570. At this time, the second water-cooling plate 530 will be pushed away from the second frame 550 in the third direction Z by the spring plate 570, facilitating the replacement of the power supply 410 by the operator.

[0133] Please refer to Figure 12 , Figure 13 and Figure 14 . Figure 12 A perspective view of a power supply module 60 according to another embodiment of the present disclosure is shown. Figure 13 For illustration Figure 12 Exploded view of power supply module 60 in the diagram. Figure 14 To illustrate the enlarged drawing Figure 13A partial enlarged view of the power supply module 60, the area marked with a dashed circle C. (See image.) Figures 12 to 14 As shown, in this embodiment, the second water-cooling plate 630 of the power supply module 60 includes a latch hole 631, and the second handle 640 of the second water-cooling plate 630 is inserted into the latch hole 631 for fixation. Specifically, the second handle 640 has a fastening portion 641 and a gripping portion 642. The fastening portion 641 of the second handle 640 is inserted into the latch hole 631 and can serve as the axis of rotation of the second handle 640. In other words, the operator can lift or lower the second handle 640 by holding the gripping portion 642. In this embodiment, the power supply module 60 also includes a stop plate 680, which can restrict the rotation of the second handle 640. Specifically, when the gripping portion 642 of the second handle 640 rotates to the lower edge of the stop plate 680, the gripping portion 642 can engage with the stop groove 681 of the stop plate 680. At this time, the second handle 640 will drive the second water cooling plate 630 to fit against the power supply 610, thereby increasing the heat dissipation effect of the power supply module 60.

[0134] like Figures 12 to 14 As shown, in this embodiment, the power supply module 60 further includes a roller 670. When the operator pulls the power supply 610 out or puts it into the outer frame 660 along the second direction Y or the opposite direction of the second direction Y, the roller 670 can contact the side of the power supply 610 facing the first water-cooling plate 420 by rolling in place, making it easier to replace the power supply 610. Specifically, the outer frame 660 has slots 661 on opposite sides, and the roller 670 has engaging parts 671 on opposite sides that engage in the slots 661. The roller 670 can be fixed to the bottom side of the outer frame 660 near the stop plate 680 through the slots 661. In this embodiment, the roller 670 is adjacent to the first water-cooling plate 420 and rotates around the engaging part 671 as the axis.

[0135] Please refer to Figure 15 It is a magnified drawing. Figure 13 A partial enlarged view of the power supply module 60, the area marked with a dashed circle D. (See image.) Figure 15 As shown, and in conjunction with reference Figure 12 and Figure 13In this embodiment, the power supply module 60 further includes a track 662. The track 662 connects opposite sides of the outer frame 660 and is located on the outer frame 660 near the second water-cooling plate 630. Specifically, a screw 632 is provided on the side of the second water-cooling plate 630 near the outer frame 660. The screw 632 can pass through the track 662 and fix the second water-cooling plate 630 to the outer frame 660. In this embodiment, the track 662 has an upper end 662a near the second frame 650 and a lower end 662b away from the second frame 650. When the second handle 640 of the second water-cooling plate 630 is pressed down, the screw 632 of the second water-cooling plate 630 will move from the upper end 662a of the track 662 to the lower end 662b of the track 662 and be fixed in the lower end 662b. In this way, the second water cooling plate 630 can fit more tightly against the power supply 610, and the fixation effect on the side of the second water cooling plate 630 is increased.

[0136] Furthermore, such as Figure 15 As shown, and in conjunction with reference Figure 10 and Figure 11 In this embodiment, the power supply module 60 further includes a spring contact 570. The spring contact 570 has been described in detail in the above-described embodiment of the power supply module 50, and will not be repeated here. In this embodiment, the spring contact 570 is disposed on the second frame 650 and located between the second frame 650 and the second water cooling plate 630.

[0137] Please refer to Figure 16 It is a drawing Figure 13 The power supply module 60, with its power supply 610 positioned on the first water-cooling plate 420, is shown in a three-dimensional rear view. (See diagram below.) Figure 16 As shown, and in conjunction with reference Figure 13 In this embodiment, a roller 611 is provided on the rear side of the power supply 610 (i.e., the side away from the first handle 620). Specifically, the roller 611 is located at the lower edge of the power supply 610 that contacts the first water-cooling plate 420, and the roller 611 allows the power supply 610 to slide more easily on the first water-cooling plate 420 for replacement. In this embodiment, there are two rollers 611, but this disclosure is not limited to this.

[0138] Please refer to Figure 17 This is a perspective view illustrating a power supply module 70 according to another embodiment of this disclosure. Figure 17As shown, in this embodiment, the power supply module 70 can be installed in a server rack (not shown). The power supply module 70 includes a first water-cooling plate 420 and a power supply 710, with the power supply 710 disposed on the first water-cooling plate 420. In this embodiment, the power supply module 70 also includes a second water-cooling plate 730, which is correspondingly disposed on the power supply 710. In other words, the power supply 710 is located between the first water-cooling plate 420 and the second water-cooling plate 730. In this embodiment, the power supply module 70 further includes an outer frame 760 that can be mounted on the server rack. Specifically, the power supply 710, the first water-cooling plate 420, and the second water-cooling plate 730 can be modularly mounted on the outer frame 760, and the outer frame 760 can be mounted in the server rack. In this embodiment, the number of second water-cooling plates 730 corresponds to the number of power supplies 710, but this disclosure is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, a single second water cooling plate 730 may be simultaneously mounted on two or more power supplies 710, and multiple second water cooling plates 730 may be simultaneously mounted on a single power supply 710.

[0139] Please refer to Figure 18 It is a drawing Figure 17 An exploded view of power supply 710 in power supply module 70. (See diagram below.) Figure 17 and Figure 18 As shown, in this embodiment, the power supply 710 includes a housing 711, which has a base plate 711a, a first side plate 711b, and a second side plate 711c. The first side plate 711b and the second side plate 711c are located on opposite sides of the base plate 711a. Specifically, the first side plate 711b abuts against the first water-cooling plate 420, and the second water-cooling plate 730 abuts against the corresponding second side plate 711c of the power supply 710. In other words, the power supply 710 contacts the first water-cooling plate 420 with the side containing the first side plate 711b and contacts the second water-cooling plate 730 with the side containing the second side plate 711c. In this embodiment, the power supply 710 also includes a main circuit board c1 and at least one sub-circuit board c2. The main circuit board c1 is fixed to the base plate 711a, and the sub-circuit board c2 is disposed on the side of the main circuit board c1 and closely attached to the first side plate 711b, but this disclosure is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, the sub-circuit board c2 may also be attached to the second side plate 711c or simultaneously attached to both the first side plate 711b and the second side plate 711c.

[0140] Please refer to Figure 19 and Figure 20 . Figure 19 For illustration Figure 17 The power supply module 70 is shown in a three-dimensional rear view with the outer frames 760 on both sides omitted. Figure 20 For illustration Figure 19 A side plan view of the power supply module 70. (See attached image.) Figure 19 and Figure 20 As shown, and in conjunction with reference Figure 17 and Figure 18 In this embodiment, the second water-cooling plate 730 has a front end 730a and an end end 730b. Specifically, the second water-cooling plate 730 includes a second handle 740 for gripping and pushing against the power supply 710, and the second handle 740 is located at the front end 730a of the second water-cooling plate 730. In this embodiment, the front end 730a of the second water-cooling plate 730 is detachably fixed to the corresponding power supply 710 by a locking mechanism 780. Specifically, the power supply 710 includes a first handle 720, and the locking mechanism 780 can sequentially pass through the second handle 740 of the second water-cooling plate 730 and lock to the first handle 720, so that the second water-cooling plate 730 fits tightly against the power supply 710. In other embodiments, the locking mechanism 780 is detachably fixed to the outer frame 760, and the locking mechanism 780 can sequentially pass through the second handle 740 of the second water-cooling plate 730 and lock to the outer frame 760. In other words, the operator can release the lock between the front end 730a of the second water cooling plate 730 and the power supply 710 or the outer frame 760 by loosening the locking mechanism 780.

[0141] Furthermore, such as Figure 19 and Figure 20 As shown, and in conjunction with reference Figure 17 and Figure 18 In this embodiment, the end 730b of the second water-cooling plate 730 is pivotally connected to the outer frame 760 via a pivoting mechanism 790. Specifically, the pivoting mechanism 790 includes a pivot 791, the axial direction R of which is parallel to the outer surface s of the second side plate 711c. In other words, the second water-cooling plate 730 can rotate around the pivot 791 of the pivoting mechanism 790, so that even after the front end 730a of the second water-cooling plate 730 is unlocked, its end 730b can still be pivotally connected to the outer frame 760 via the pivoting mechanism 790. The opening and closing angle of the second water-cooling plate 730 can be adjusted around the pivot 791 according to usage requirements, facilitating the replacement of the power supply 710 by the operator. In this embodiment, the power supply module 70 also includes a spring clip 770 fixed to the first water-cooling plate 420. Specifically, the spring 770 is located on the side where the pivot mechanism 790 is located. The spring 770 can press the first side plate 711b of the power supply 710 away from the first water cooling plate 420, so that the first side plate 711b is pressed down and fits more tightly against the first water cooling plate 420, thereby achieving a better heat dissipation effect.

[0142] From the detailed description of the specific embodiments disclosed above, it is clear that in the power supply module of this disclosure, the protrusion provided on the connecting arm allows the water cooling plate to be pushed and separated from the power supply by pressing down or pulling up the handle. The hook on the handle and the clamping member on the water cooling plate allow the power supply to be fixed to the water cooling plate and in close contact with it. The limiting part of the power supply allows the power supply to be fixed by pushing down the limiting part while pressing down the handle. The fastening member and the spring piece provided on the frame allow the water cooling plate to be tightly attached to the power supply, and the water cooling plate to be moved away from the power supply and frame after the fastening member is released. The locking mechanism and the pivoting mechanism allow the front end of the water cooling plate to be fixed to the power supply or the outer frame, and the end of the water cooling plate to be pivotally connected to the outer frame and rotated around the pivot axis of the pivoting mechanism.

[0143] Although the present disclosure has been described above with reference to embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present disclosure. Any person skilled in the art may make various modifications and refinements without departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present disclosure shall be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A power supply module, characterized by, Include: A cold plate; A power supply is installed on the water cooling plate; and The top leader includes: Two connecting arms connect the opposite sides of the power supply; A gripping part connects the two connecting arms; and A protrusion is provided on at least one of the two connecting arms and is located on the side of the at least one facing the water cooling plate.

2. The power supply module of claim 1, wherein, It further includes two clamping members disposed on the water cooling plate, and the side of the power supply away from the handle is located between the two clamping members.

3. The power supply module of claim 1, wherein, The handle further includes a hook portion, with the water-cooling plate located between the hook portion and at least one of the two connecting arms.

4. The power supply module of claim 3, wherein, The handle further includes two pivot points, and the two connecting arms are pivotally connected to the power supply with the two pivot points as the center, and at least one of the two pivot points is disposed between the protrusion and the hook.

5. The power supply module of claim 1, wherein, The power supply has a first fin on the side facing the water cooling plate, and the water cooling plate has a second fin on the side facing the power supply. The first fin and the second fin are arranged alternately.

6. The power supply module of claim 5, wherein, It further includes a thermal paste that is filled between the first fin and the second fin.

7. The power supply module of claim 1, wherein, The water cooling plate includes a groove and a plurality of balls. The groove is located on the side of the water cooling plate facing the power supply, and the plurality of balls are rotatably disposed within the groove.

8. A power supply module characterized by comprising: Include: A water-cooled plate includes multiple through holes and multiple vacuum conduits respectively connected to the multiple through holes; A power supply, mounted on the water-cooling plate, includes two limiting parts; and The top leader includes: Two connecting arms, connecting the water-cooling plate and located on the side of the two limiting portions away from the water-cooling plate; and A gripping part connects the two connecting arms; The plurality of through holes connect the water-cooling plate to one side where the power supply is located and to the other side opposite to that side.

9. A power supply module for installation in a server rack, characterized by Include: First water-cooled plate; A power supply is installed on the first water-cooling plate; The top leader includes: Two first connecting arms connect opposite sides of the power supply; and A first gripping part, connecting the two first connecting arms; and A second water-cooling plate is mounted on the power supply.

10. The power supply module of claim 9, wherein, It further includes a second-in-command, who comprises: Two second connecting arms connect the opposite sides of the second water-cooling plate; and A second gripping part connects the two second connecting arms.

11. The power supply module of claim 9, wherein, It further includes a first frame, a second frame, and at least one spring piece, wherein the second frame is disposed on the first frame, the first water-cooling plate is disposed on the first frame, the second water-cooling plate is disposed on the second frame, and the at least one spring piece is disposed between the second frame and the second water-cooling plate.

12. The power supply module of claim 11, wherein, The device further includes a fastening element, the second water-cooling plate having a latch hole, the second frame having a locking hole, and the fastening element being inserted into the latch hole and fastened to the locking hole.

13. The power supply module of claim 9, wherein, The number of the first water-cooling plate is one, and the number of the second water-cooling plate is two.

14. A power supply module for installation in a server rack, characterized by: Include: First water-cooled plate; Multiple power supplies are disposed on the first water-cooling plate, each power supply comprising: An outer casing has a base plate, a first side plate and a second side plate, the first side plate and the second side plate being located on opposite sides of the base plate, and the first side plate abutting against the first water cooling plate; A main circuit board is fixed to the base plate; as well as At least one sub-circuit board is disposed on the side of the main circuit board and is in close contact with at least one of the two side panels; as well as Multiple second water-cooling plates are correspondingly disposed on the multiple power supplies, and each second water-cooling plate abuts against the second side plate of the corresponding power supply.

15. The power supply module of claim 14, wherein, It also includes an outer frame fixed to the server rack, each of the second water cooling plates having a front end and an end end, the front end being detachably fixed to the corresponding power supply or the outer frame by a locking mechanism, and the end end being pivotally connected to the outer frame by a pivoting mechanism, wherein the pivoting mechanism includes a pivot shaft whose axis is parallel to an outer surface of the second side plate.

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