{"id":2094,"date":"2019-01-17T12:50:56","date_gmt":"2019-01-17T11:50:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/priatherm.com\/?p=2094"},"modified":"2023-01-09T16:08:01","modified_gmt":"2023-01-09T15:08:01","slug":"demystifying-the-liquid-cooling-system","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/priatherm.com\/en\/demystifying-the-liquid-cooling-system\/","title":{"rendered":"Demystifying the liquid cooling system"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]When electronics devices generate a heat flux higher than 150 W\/cm<sup>2<\/sup>, the heat transfer coefficient of the air is no longer enough to achieve the thermal requirement. At this point the cooling system requires a different fluid, and usually the liquid cooling system is chosen.<\/p>\n<p>In this article, the main aspects of liquid cooling system will be analysed with a special attention to the liquid cold plate (LCP) \u2014 the mechanical part responsible for the direct cooling of electrical devices.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Composition of a liquid cooling system<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The basic liquid cooling circuit consists of:<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2095 size-medium aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/priatherm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Picture1-300x230.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"230\" srcset=\"https:\/\/priatherm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Picture1-300x230.png 300w, https:\/\/priatherm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Picture1.png 345w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>liquid cold plate<\/strong>is the mechanical component of the circuit where the electronic device is applied. This part is responsible for the heat transfer from the electronic device to the liquid.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, the temperature of the liquid exiting the LCP is higher than the temperature of the liquid as it enters. In order to cool the fluid, a <strong>heat exchanger<\/strong>is utilized. Then a tank that functions as a <strong>reservoir<\/strong>is used to store the system fluid and ensure consistent bulk flow to the pump.<\/p>\n<p>Finally the <strong>pump<\/strong>generates the fluid movement, guaranteeing the flow rate needed to achieve the required LCP performance against the pressure drop of the entire system.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Liquid Cold Plate (LCP) <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The liquid cold plate (LCP) is the component directly connected to the electronic device. It plays two basic roles:<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; mechanically sustain electronics<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; cool the heat source<\/p>\n<p>The LCP usually consists of a metal plate with a fluid channel underneath. Many different technologies and materials can be employed to produce LCPs. One of the most effective options with improved performance is the CAB brazing technology.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2096 size-medium aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/priatherm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Picture2-300x104.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"104\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This technology allows the joining together of two aluminium parts, or an aluminium part and a stainless steel part, resulting in finished objects that perform extremely well both mechanically and thermally.<\/p>\n<p>The LCP formed from two aluminium parts consists of a base where a channel is milled and a cover that is brazed onto it. The channel engineering is complex and must take into account many factors, including thermal performance, pressure drop, mechanical resistance against pressure, and metal corrosion.<\/p>\n<p>If the heat flux requirements are especially demanding, additional turbulators ensure even better performance.This structure offers uniform cooling of the modules footprint and high efficiency in heat exchange \u2014 even by low flow rate \u2014 due to local turbulence phenomena.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_2097\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2097\" class=\"wp-image-2097 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/priatherm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Picture3-300x96.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"96\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-2097\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Figure 3: The turbolator and a section of an LPC with a turbolator brazed in the channel<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_2098\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2098\" class=\"wp-image-2098 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/priatherm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Picture4-300x56.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-2098\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Figure 4: Effect of turbolators inside a flow path<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Other options besides thealuminium-brazed LCP are the classic liquid cooler with copper embedded pipes, or an LCP with stainless steel pipes embedded or brazed. This last solution is usually appropriate when aggressive fluids are used or when fluid quality can\u2019t be maintained.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_2099\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2099\" class=\"wp-image-2099 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/priatherm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Screenshot-2019-01-17-at-12.48.40-300x186.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/priatherm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Screenshot-2019-01-17-at-12.48.40-300x186.png 300w, https:\/\/priatherm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Screenshot-2019-01-17-at-12.48.40.png 475w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-2099\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Figure 5: LCPs with pipes<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Conclusions<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The LCS is a complex solution that requires a non-negligible power supply to operate (pump, heat exchanger, digital controller, etc.). However, this is the only system suitable for meeting the high-heat flux demands of high-power electronics devices exceeding 150 W\/cm<sup>2<\/sup>.<\/p>\n<p>Thanks to advanced technologies such as CAB brazing \u2014 together with smart design engineering \u2014 it\u2019s possible to find the best solution optimizing thermal performance and cost efficiency.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff9900;\">Click on the picture and download our free e-book<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">&#8220;Four Common Mistakes To Avoid When Selecting a Heat Sink&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1924 size-medium aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/priatherm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/mockup-e-book-255-212x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"212\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/priatherm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/mockup-e-book-255-212x300.jpg 212w, https:\/\/priatherm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/mockup-e-book-255.jpg 255w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 212px) 100vw, 212px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When electronics devices generate a heat flux higher than 150 W\/cm2, the heat transfer coefficient of the air is no longer enough to achieve the thermal requirement. At this point the cooling system requires a different fluid, and usually the liquid cooling system is chosen. In this article, the main aspects of liquid cooling system will be analysed with a special attention to the liquid cold plate (LCP) \u2014 the mechanical part responsible for the direct cooling of electrical devices. Composition of a liquid cooling system The basic liquid cooling circuit consists of: &nbsp; The liquid cold plateis the mechanical component of the circuit where the electronic device is applied. This part is responsible for the heat transfer from the electronic device to the liquid. Of course, the temperature of the liquid exiting the LCP is higher than the temperature of the liquid as it enters. In order to cool the fluid, a heat exchangeris utilized. Then a tank that functions as a reservoiris used to store the system fluid and ensure consistent bulk flow to the pump. Finally the pumpgenerates the fluid movement, guaranteeing the flow rate needed to achieve the required LCP performance against the pressure drop of [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":2101,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<p>When electronics devices generate a heat flux higher than 150 W\/cm<sup>2<\/sup>, the heat transfer coefficient of the air is no longer enough to achieve the thermal requirement. At this point the cooling system requires a different fluid, and usually the liquid cooling system is chosen.<\/p><p>In this article, the main aspects of liquid cooling system will be analysed with a special attention to the liquid cold plate (LCP) \u2014 the mechanical part responsible for the direct cooling of electrical devices.<\/p><p><strong>Composition of a liquid cooling system<\/strong><\/p><p>The basic liquid cooling circuit consists of:<\/p><p><img class=\"wp-image-2095 size-medium aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/priatherm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Picture1-300x230.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"230\" \/><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>The <strong>liquid cold plate<\/strong>is the mechanical component of the circuit where the electronic device is applied. This part is responsible for the heat transfer from the electronic device to the liquid.<\/p><p>Of course, the temperature of the liquid exiting the LCP is higher than the temperature of the liquid as it enters. In order to cool the fluid, a <strong>heat exchanger<\/strong>is utilized. Then a tank that functions as a <strong>reservoir<\/strong>is used to store the system fluid and ensure consistent bulk flow to the pump.<\/p><p>Finally the <strong>pump<\/strong>generates the fluid movement, guaranteeing the flow rate needed to achieve the required LCP performance against the pressure drop of the entire system.<\/p><p><strong>Liquid Cold Plate (LCP) <\/strong><\/p><p>The liquid cold plate (LCP) is the component directly connected to the electronic device. It plays two basic roles:<\/p><p>- mechanically sustain electronics<\/p><p>- cool the heat source<\/p><p>The LCP usually consists of a metal plate with a fluid channel underneath. Many different technologies and materials can be employed to produce LCPs. One of the most effective options with improved performance is the CAB brazing technology.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><img class=\"wp-image-2096 size-medium aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/priatherm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Picture2-300x104.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"104\" \/><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>This technology allows the joining together of two aluminium parts, or an aluminium part and a stainless steel part, resulting in finished objects that perform extremely well both mechanically and thermally.<\/p><p>The LCP formed from two aluminium parts consists of a base where a channel is milled and a cover that is brazed onto it. The channel engineering is complex and must take into account many factors, including thermal performance, pressure drop, mechanical resistance against pressure, and metal corrosion.<\/p><p>If the heat flux requirements are especially demanding, additional turbulators ensure even better performance.This structure offers uniform cooling of the modules footprint and high efficiency in heat exchange \u2014 even by low flow rate \u2014 due to local turbulence phenomena.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p>[caption id=\"attachment_2097\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"wp-image-2097 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/priatherm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Picture3-300x96.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"96\" \/> Figure 3: The turbolator and a section of an LPC with a turbolator brazed in the channel[\/caption]<p>\u00a0<\/p>[caption id=\"attachment_2098\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"wp-image-2098 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/priatherm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Picture4-300x56.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\" \/> Figure 4: Effect of turbolators inside a flow path[\/caption]<p>\u00a0<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>Other options besides thealuminium-brazed LCP are the classic liquid cooler with copper embedded pipes, or an LCP with stainless steel pipes embedded or brazed. This last solution is usually appropriate when aggressive fluids are used or when fluid quality can\u2019t be maintained.<\/p>[caption id=\"attachment_2099\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"wp-image-2099 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/priatherm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Screenshot-2019-01-17-at-12.48.40-300x186.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"186\" \/> Figure 5: LCPs with pipes[\/caption]<p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>Conclusions<\/strong><\/p><p>The LCS is a complex solution that requires a non-negligible power supply to operate (pump, heat exchanger, digital controller, etc.). However, this is the only system suitable for meeting the high-heat flux demands of high-power electronics devices exceeding 150 W\/cm<sup>2<\/sup>.<\/p><p>Thanks to advanced technologies such as CAB brazing \u2014 together with smart design engineering \u2014 it\u2019s possible to find the best solution optimizing thermal performance and cost efficiency.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff9900;\">Click on the picture and download our free e-book<\/span><\/h2><p>\u00a0<\/p><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">\"Four Common Mistakes To Avoid When Selecting a Heat Sink\"<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><img class=\"wp-image-1924 size-medium aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/priatherm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/mockup-e-book-255-212x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"212\" height=\"300\" \/><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p>","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2094","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-priatherm-en"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Demystifying the liquid cooling system - Priatherm<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/priatherm.com\/en\/demystifying-the-liquid-cooling-system\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Demystifying the liquid cooling system - Priatherm\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"When electronics devices generate a heat flux higher than 150 W\/cm2, the heat transfer coefficient of the air is no longer enough to achieve the thermal requirement. 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