Liquid Cooling Solutions for Diverse Data Center Needs

In today’s fast-paced digital world, the demand for more efficient and powerful data centers is growing rapidly. With this demand comes the need for advanced cooling solutions that can manage the increasing heat generated by high-performance processors. Hydraquip, in partnership with Danfoss as a Premier Partner, is at the forefront of providing state-of-the-art liquid cooling solutions that address these challenges, ensuring that your data center operates at peak efficiency, even during the most demanding times.

What is Liquid Cooling and Why is it Important?

Liquid cooling is a cutting-edge technology that utilizes liquid as a medium to absorb and dissipate heat from data center components, such as processors and servers. Unlike traditional air cooling, liquid cooling is far more efficient, requiring less space and energy. This allows data centers to increase chip density, which in turn, maximizes computing power and performance. With the ability to maintain consistent computing power, liquid cooling ensures that your data center can handle even the most intensive workloads without overheating.

The Role of Hydraquip (a Danfoss Premier Partner) in Data Center Cooling

Hydraquip has partnered with Danfoss, a global leader in cooling technology, to offer a range of liquid cooling solutions tailored to the unique needs of data centers. These solutions are designed to provide thermal efficiency, reliability, and flexibility, ensuring that your data center can operate at its full potential. Danfoss’ innovative hoses and connectors are crucial components of these systems, enabling the safe and efficient transfer of coolant from the source to the chip.

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Source Line Solutions: A Closer Look at Our Products

Hydraquip and Danfoss offer a variety of source line solutions to meet the diverse requirements of different data centers. These products are designed to ensure leak-free operation, corrosion resistance, and ease of use.

Couplings: Ensuring a Secure and Leak-Free Connection

Couplings play a vital role in any liquid cooling system, ensuring that the coolant flows efficiently without leaks. Danfoss’ couplings are rigorously tested to meet the highest standards of reliability and performance.

  • FD83 Series Full-Flow Dual-Interlock Coupling, Stainless Steel
    • Leak-free and corrosion-resistant.
    • Patented locking mechanism ensures parts cannot be disconnected while liquid is flowing.
    • A variety of terminal connection options are available.
    • Unisex coupling halves.
    • Full Flow Coupling.
  • MLDB Series Flat Face, Dry Break Coupling
    • Designed for applications where cleanliness and environmental protection are critical.
    • Ensures no-drip disconnection, preventing contamination of the coolant and the environment.

Hoses: Delivering Unrestricted Flow with Superior Durability

Hydraquip and Danfoss offer a range of hoses that provide full, unrestricted flow, excellent kink resistance, and compatibility with various coolant solutions.

  • FC332 Socketless Hose
    • Designed for ease of installation with no clamps or special tools required.
    • Provides excellent kink resistance and flexibility.
  • Boston Royal EHW194 Rubber Hose
    • Features a UL94 V0 rating, leading the industry in fire resistance.
    • Tested for compatibility with a wide range of coolant solutions, ensuring long life and corrosion resistance.
    • Available in ¼” – 1” diameters; larger sizes currently in product development
    • Four color options (Black, Blue, Red, and Grey)

Fittings: Secure Connections for Optimal Performance

Fittings are another critical component in a liquid cooling system, ensuring that all parts are securely connected for optimal performance.

  • Socketless Fittings
    • Provide a secure, leak-free connection without the need for clamps.
    • Easy to install and maintain, reducing downtime.

Inner Rack Solutions: Bringing Cooling Directly to the Chip

Hydraquip’s liquid cooling solutions extend beyond the source line, offering inner rack solutions that bring cooling directly to the chip. These solutions include efficient routing of flexible, kink-free hoses, and leak-free, helium-tested couplings.

Inner Rack Couplings: Precision and Reliability

Inner rack couplings are designed to deliver high flow with low-pressure drops, ensuring that your processors remain cool and efficient.

  • Blind Mate: Hands-Free Self-Centering Quick Disconnect Coupling
    • The self-centering design allows for some misalignment
    • Enables quick and easy connections with a no-drip design.
    • Corrosion-resistant anodized aluminum, stainless steel, or composite plastic options.
  • ADB Flat Face/Dry Break Couplings
    • Prevents air inclusion and fluid loss during disconnection.
    • Ideal for environments where cleanliness is essential.
  • UQD Universal Quick Disconnect Couplings
    • Provides versatile connection options for a wide range of applications.
    • Ensures a secure, leak-free connection every time.
  • UQDB Universal Quick Disconnect Blind-Mate
    • Combines the convenience of a quick disconnect with the precision of a blind-mate connection.

Inner Rack Hoses: Flexibility and Fire Resistance

Hydraquip’s inner rack hoses are designed for flexibility and durability, with a focus on fire resistance and ease of installation.

  • UL94 V0 Rated Hoses
    • Leading the industry in fire resistance, ensuring safety in critical environments.
    • Form into shape for easier routing and a perfect fit, while maintaining flexibility during installation.

Refrigerant Solutions: Pioneering the Future of Data Center Cooling

As data centers evolve, so do the cooling solutions offered by Hydraquip and Danfoss. Our refrigerant solutions are designed to meet the needs of next-generation data centers, providing cutting-edge technology that ensures your facility is ready for the future.

  • GH001 & EZ Clip Fittings
    • Designed for high-efficiency refrigerant transfer.
    • Easy to install with secure, leak-free connections.
    • No crimping required

Why Choose Hydraquip for Your Data Center Cooling Needs?

Choosing Hydraquip means investing in a partner that understands the unique challenges of data center cooling. Our partnership with Danfoss ensures that you have access to the most advanced liquid cooling technology available, tailored to meet the specific needs of your facility. Whether you’re looking to increase chip density, reduce energy costs, or improve reliability, Hydraquip has the solutions you need to keep your data center running at its best.

Conclusion: Powering the Future of Data Centers

As data centers continue to grow in size and complexity, the need for efficient and reliable cooling solutions becomes increasingly important. Hydraquip, in partnership with Danfoss, is committed to providing liquid cooling technology that will power the next generation of data centers. With a range of products designed to meet the unique needs of your facility, Hydraquip ensures that your data center remains cool, efficient, and ready to meet the demands of tomorrow.

FAQs

  1. What are the benefits of liquid cooling over traditional air cooling?
    Liquid cooling is more efficient, requires less space, and allows for increased chip density, resulting in better performance and lower energy costs.
  2. How does Hydraquip ensure the reliability of its liquid cooling systems?
    Hydraquip partners with Danfoss to provide rigorously tested hoses, couplings, and fittings that meet the highest standards of reliability and performance.
  3. Can Hydraquip’s cooling solutions be customized for different data center needs?
    Yes, Hydraquip offers a range of solutions that can be tailored to meet the specific requirements of different data centers.
  4. What makes Danfoss’ refrigerant solutions ideal for next-generation data centers?
    Danfoss’ refrigerant solutions are designed with the latest technology to meet the demands of high-performance, next-generation data centers.
  5. How do Hydraquip’s inner rack solutions improve data center efficiency?
    By bringing cooling directly to the chip, Hydraquip’s inner rack solutions ensure that processors remain cool, even under heavy loads, improving overall data center efficiency.

Contact us to learn more about our liquid cooling solutions and how we can help with your next project.