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DLC TWO-PHASE

R1233zd coolant · Vapor Cold Plate based Two-Phase DLC

Two-phase DLC uses the latent heat of a dielectric coolant during phase change (liquid → vapor) to remove heat from high-power components.

Definition & Core Principle

  • Cold liquid enters the cold plate on the chip → absorbs heat and boils → vapor goes to a condenser → returns to liquid in a closed loop
  • Single-phase relies on temperature rise, while two-phase leverages phase change for much higher heat-transfer performance
Two-phase DLC concept
Two-phase DLC concept image
Two-phase DLC loop
Closed-loop visualization (Chip → Vapor Cold Plate → CDU → Condenser → Return)

Benefits

  • Ultra-efficient: up to ~80% savings vs. air, ~50% vs. conventional liquid cooling (target PUE ~1.03)
  • Supports high density: next-gen GPUs with 1,500–2,000W+ TDP
  • Reliability: dielectric coolant mitigates hardware risk in case of leakage
  • Lower pumping requirement: reduced pumping power can improve efficiency and lifetime
  • Space optimization: higher rack density can reduce floor area

Technology Comparison

Item Single-Phase DLC Two-Phase DLC
Cooling principle Liquid circulation (temperature rise) Phase change liquid → vapor (latent heat)
Heat transfer efficiency Moderate Very high
Pump flow High Very low (energy saving)
Recommended TDP Up to ~1,000W 1,500W to 2,000W+
Single-Phase vs Two-Phase DLC

CEJN Quick Couplings (for Two-Phase DLC fluids)

CEJN develops dedicated quick couplings validated for two-phase DLC fluids such as R-1233zd.

  • DN12 / 3/4" connection
  • Aluminum + alloy composite material
  • Special 587 series with PTFE/EPDM seals
Quick coupling
Quick coupling (example)
Performance curve
Performance curve (reference)