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Firstrate Sensor Co.,Ltd is a leading sensor Manufacturer with 60 years Experience

Liquid cooling solution

Liquid cooling solution


 

 

01 Firstrate Key Monitoring Parameters for Liquid Cooling CDU Systems

 

The CDU (Coolant Distribution Unit) seres as the core hub of the liquid cooling system, responsible forthe reception, requlation, distribution, and recovery of coolant. The parameters monitored during systemoperation fall into major categories such as thermal parameters, fluid operating parameters, safety protectioroarameters, and medium quality parameters; each category directly determines the system's operationa status and equipment safety.

 

Temperature Monitoring
Temperature is the most fundamental and critical monitoning parameter for liquiccooling systems.
Coolant inlet/outlet temperatures: Monitoring the inlet and return temperatures acrossthe main circuit, branch lines, and individual equipment cold plates allows for the assessment of heat dissipation eiciency based on temperature differentials; excessively hiqh inlet temperatures or abnormal temperature differentials indicate insufficient cooling capacity or equipment loads exceeding limits.

Pressure Monitoring
Pressure reflects pipeline flow status, pump operation, and valve conditions, serving as akey basis for troubleshooting pipeline issues.
Pipeline Operating Pressure: Monitors pressure in the main fluid supply lines, branch lines.ano at the inlet and outiet of circulation Dunnps, Low pressure indicates oioeline leaks orpump malfunctions, while high pressure suggests pipeline blockages or stuck valves.

Flow Monitoring
Flow rate determines the eficiency of coolant circulation and directly impacts the uniformity of heat dissipation.
Monitoring focuses on the flow rates of the main pipelineindividual branch circuits, and specific cold plate branches. Insufficient fow can lead tclocalized cooling failure, while excessive fow fluctuations indicate issues such as airlocks or abnomal flow distribution within the piping. Additionally, by correlatinc temperature and flow data, the system's overall heat dissipation power can be accurately calculated to facilitate energy eficiency analysis.

Liquid Level Monitoring
Liquid level is a critical parameter for system safety, serving to mitigate risksassociated with coolant loss and leakage.
Reservoir/Expansion Tank Level: Monitors coolant volume in real-time; providesearly warnings for low levels to prompt refilling, and detects sudden drops toidentify major system leaks.

Water Quality Monitoring
Water is primarily used in closed-loop liquid cooling systems to ensure the long-term.
stable operation of piping and cold plates.Conductivity: Assesses the electrical conductivity of the coolant; excessive levelsincrease the risk of electrochemical corrosion and electrical leakage.PH and Turbidity: Monitor coolant acidity/alkalinity and impurity levels to promptlydetect issues such as fluid degradation, microbial growth, and pipeline scaling.

 

 

02 Firstrate Liquid Cooling CDU Monitoring Solution

 

Leveraging its expertise in sensor R&D and manufacturing, Firstrate Sensor has launched acomprehensive monitoring solution for liquid-cooling CDUs. Addressing key operational challenges, thesolution integrates multi-parameter monitoring capabilities-including temperature, pressure, flow rate, liquidlevel, conductivity, PH, and turbidity-to capture critical data such as coolant status, pipeline pressurefluctuations, flow anomalies, low fluid levels, and medium contamination in real time. This solutionestablishes a robust safety barrier for liquid-cooling CDUs, empowering data centers to achieve a green,efficient, and intelligent upgrade.

 

Temperature & Pressure Monitoring: Integrated Temperature and Pressure Sensor
Product Model: FST800-217
Product Value: Monitors coolant temperature and pressure in real-time,ensuring the systenoperates within safeand efhicient parameters and preventinq malfunctions.
Product Advantages:                     
● Glass-fused-to-metal technology:Ensures high measurement accuracy and excellent long-temm stability.
● Simultaneous temperature and pressure monitoring:Integrated design saves space and reduces costs.

● High-speed dynamic response: Rapidly captures parameter changes, suitable for dynamic monitoring.
● Flexible output integration:Multiple standard signal options available for easy system interfacing.
● Industrial-grade protection:High protection rating, suitable for harsh industrial environments.

Liquid Level Monitoring: Submersible Liquid Level Sensor
Product Model: FST700-101
Product Value: Precisely monitors the liquid level in the CDU reservoir,enabling automatic fuid replenishment and overflow protection.
Product Advantages:
● Precise hydrostatic measurement:Based on the hydrostatic pressure principle, delivering stable, reliable, and high-precision measurements.
● IP68 protection rating:Highest level of protection, supporting continuous operation while submerged in liquid.
● 316L stainless steel construction:Offers excellent corrosion resistance and compatibility with various coolant media.
● Convenient installation and deployment:Direct submersible installation--no complex commissioning required: simply plug and play.

Flow Monitoring: Turbine Flow Meter
Product Model: FST900-301A
Product Value: Precisely measures real-time coolant fow, providing criticaldata for flow regulation and energy optimization in CDU systemstoensure operation at peak eficiency.
Product Advantages:
● High measurement accuracy and excellent repeatability;data is precise and reliable.
● Low pressure loss, siqnificantly reducing system energyconsumptioiand delivering superior energy-saving performance Simple.

● robust structure; easy to install and maintain.

● long service lifeSupports multiple signal output options,including 4-20mA and HART.
● Suitable for a variety of clean liquid media;wide range of applications.l environments.

Water Quality Monitoring: Water Conductivity Sensor
Product Model: FST100-EC106
Product Value: Assesses water purity by monitoring coolant conductivity; prevents pipelinecorrosion caused by excessive ion concentration, thereby ensuring system safety.
Product Advantages:
● Precise Measurement:Real-time monitoring of liquid conductivity, accurately reflecting ion concentration.
● Intelligent Compensation:Built-in PT1000 for auto temperature compensation.
● Dual Output:Supports both RS485 digital and 4-20mA analog signals, ensuring compatibility with various systems.
● High Protection Rating:lP68-rated design with strong corrosion resistance, suitable for harsh industrial environments.
Water Quality Monitoring: Water Quality PH Sensor
Product Model: FST100-PH106
Product Value: Real-time monitoring of coolant PH levels prevents equipment pipeline corrosionand scaling caused by excessive acidity or alkalinity, ensuring long-term stable systemoperation and reducing maintenance costs.
Product Advantages:
● ensuringlong-term stable system operation and reducing maintenance costs.
● Measurement range covers 0-14 pH with automatic temperaturecompensation and high accuracy (±0.1 pH).
● Supports dual RS485 and 4-20 mA outputs for easy integrationwith PLC/DCS systems.
● IP68 high-protection design suitable for harsh industrial environmentsand submersible installation.
Water Quality Monitoring: Water Quality Turbidity Sensor
Product Model: FST100-ZD102
Product Value: Real-time monitoring of suspended particulate matter in coolant allows forprecise turbidity assessment and timely alerts; effectively prevents particulate-induced clogging of filters and pipelines, ensuring stable system operation.
Product Advantages:
● Precise measurement principle:Utilizes 90° scattered light measurement to ensure accurate and reliable data.
● Intelligent automatic cleaning:Built-in automatic cleaning mechanism effectively prevents fouling and reduces manual maintenance costs.
● Wide measurement range:Covers 0-4000 NTU, adapting to various water quality environments.
● Multiple output options:Supports RS485 and 4-20 mA outputs; offers strong compatibility and easy system integration.

 

 

03 Firstrate Typical Application Scenarios

 

Firstrate Liquid Cooling CDu Monitoring Solution is widely applicable to cooling scenarios such as Alcomputing, supercomputing, data centers, liquid-cooled server manufacturing, and modular edge datacenters.

 

Firstrate smart sensors provide real-time monitoring of parameters including temperature, pressure, flowrate, coolant quality, and equipment status. Featuring early warning capabilities for leaks, blockages, andequipment malfunctions, the solution integrates with O&M systems to optimize energy eficiency and ensurethe safe, stable, and efficient operation of liquid cooling systems.

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Firstrate Sensor Co.,Ltd is a leading sensor Manufacturer with 60 years Experience, mainly engaged in industrial measuring instruments and IOT solution,such as pressure Sensor, infrared emperature sensor, wind speed sensors ect,and one-stop solutions. Committed to provide customers with high-end customized sensors and IoT system integration solutions, our products are widely used in aerospace / marine / military, engineering / textile machinery, oil / gas, HVAC / air conditioning, smart cities, industrial interconnects and other fields.

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Our products have obtained CE, RoHS, ISO, ATEX and other international certifications

ISO9001

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FST800-CE-EMC

FST800-CE-EMC

FST800-CE-Standard

FST800-CE-Standard

FST800-RoHS

FST800-RoHS

FST800-214-ATEX

FST800-214-ATEX

FST800-214-ATEX

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