Custom Tube Liquid Cold Plate Parts

What is a Custom Tubular liquid cold plate?

Custom Tube Liquid Cold Plate Parts are specifically engineered components designed for high-performance liquid cooling applications. These parts consist of precisely arranged tubes, which can be made from materials like copper or stainless steel, embedded into a base plate typically made of aluminum. The tubes serve as the flow channels for coolant, effectively removing heat from electronic components or machinery.

The custom cold plates are optimized for heat dissipation by ensuring efficient contact between the cooling tubes and the surface of the base plate. The distance between the tubes is customizable to meet specific thermal management requirements, ensuring the coolant flows under the heat source for optimal heat extraction.

To improve thermal performance, the interface between the tubes and the base plate is carefully designed, often incorporating thermal adhesives or epoxy resins to minimize thermal resistance. This guarantees efficient heat transfer with minimal gaps between contact surfaces. Custom Tube Liquid Cold Plate Parts are ideal for applications with varied power densities and can be tailored for both low and high-performance requirements.

The Manufacturing Process of Custom Tube liquid cold plate Parts.

For applications requiring precise thermal management, our engineers have developed an advanced manufacturing process for custom tube liquid cold plate parts to ensure optimal heat dissipation and reliable performance. The process typically involves the use of copper or stainless steel tubes, which are inserted into a carefully machined aluminum base plate, with the tube/plate interface ensuring minimal thermal resistance.

In some high-performance applications, a specialized thermal bonding process is used, where the copper tubes are joined to the aluminum plate with a layer of thermal epoxy resin or solder paste. The solder paste is typically applied to the interface, and the plate is then heated to a high temperature, allowing the paste to melt and form a strong, low-resistance thermal bond between the copper tubes and the aluminum base.

For further enhancement of heat transfer efficiency, some custom liquid cold plates feature a nickel-plated layer on the aluminum base plate, which ensures better compatibility and thermal conductivity. Depending on the specific thermal demands, engineers may also design the cooling plate with double-sided copper tubes, increasing the heat exchange area for more efficient cooling. The manufacturing process can be tailored to meet the exact needs of various low, moderate, or high-power density applications, offering a balance of cost, performance, and durability.

What are the Advantages of Custom Tube Liquid Cold Plate Parts?

● The base plate is made from high-quality materials such as Al6063 or Al6061, while the tube channels are constructed from copper or stainless steel, offering excellent thermal conductivity and durability.

● The surface of the cold plate can be treated with chromate coating, ensuring enhanced corrosion resistance and improved overall performance.

● Ideal for high-power chipsets and other applications requiring efficient and reliable cooling, ensuring optimal heat dissipation for demanding environments.

● The production process is highly efficient, allowing for relatively short lead times and fast turnaround, though the unit price may be higher due to the custom design and specialized manufacturing techniques.

● Typically, the standard size for these cold plates is 1500X1500X30mm, with the ability to handle larger sizes through collaboration with strategic suppliers, subject to environmental regulations and factory limitations.

● The process starts with receiving the customer’s drawing, followed by DFM (Design for Manufacturability) feedback. After finalizing the design, a sample is produced for confirmation before moving to mass production.

● Our sample production cycle is approximately 3 weeks, while the mass production cycle typically takes around 4 weeks, ensuring timely delivery without compromising on quality.

FAQ

What materials are available for Custom Tube Liquid Cold Plate Parts?

The substrate of Custom Tube Liquid Cold Plate Parts is usually made of Al6063 or Al6061 aluminum alloy, and the pipeline channel can be made of copper or stainless steel, which have excellent thermal conductivity and durability.

What treatments can be done on the surface of the product?

Our cold plate surface can be chromate coated, which can improve corrosion resistance and overall performance, ensuring stability in long-term use.

What applications are Custom Tube Liquid Cold Plate Parts suitable for?

This product is suitable for heat dissipation of high-power chips, can effectively conduct heat, and is widely used in electronic equipment and machines that require efficient cooling.

How long does the production cycle take?

Our sample production cycle is 3 weeks, and the mass production cycle is usually 4 weeks. We are committed to ensuring on-time delivery while maintaining high quality standards.

What is the maximum size of the product?

Typically, our standard size is 1500X1500X30mm. If a larger size is required, we will work with our strategic suppliers to complete the production, depending on environmental protection and factory equipment restrictions.

What is the production process of custom cold plate?

First, we will conduct DFM (Design for Manufacturability) feedback based on the drawings provided by the customer, and then make samples. After the samples are confirmed to be correct, we will enter the mass production stage to ensure that the product meets the needs of customers.

What is the price of Custom Tube Liquid Cold Plate Parts?

Although the custom cold plate we provide has high production efficiency and short production cycle, the unit price is relatively high due to its custom design and special manufacturing process.

Can other sizes be customized?

Yes, in addition to regular sizes, we can provide customized services of other sizes according to customer needs, and the specific size is adjusted according to the customer's application scenario.