Water Cooled Assemblies

Overview of Water Cooled Assemblies

Water-cooled assemblies represent a pinnacle in thermal management solutions, ensuring efficient heat dissipation in high-power electronic devices. These assemblies are critical for applications requiring reliable performance under high thermal loads, including industrial automation, power generation, and renewable energy systems. By utilizing water as a cooling medium, these assemblies offer superior heat transfer capabilities, ensuring optimal operating temperatures and extending the lifespan of electronic components.

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Superior Thermal Management

Water-cooled assemblies provide exceptional thermal management by leveraging the high specific heat capacity of water. This allows for efficient heat absorption and dissipation, maintaining the components at safe operating temperatures even under extreme conditions. The enhanced cooling efficiency minimizes the risk of thermal runaway, ensuring reliable and consistent performance.

Compact and Lightweight Design

The high efficiency of water cooling enables a more compact and lightweight design compared to air-cooled systems. This compactness is particularly beneficial in applications with space constraints, allowing for easier integration into existing setups. The reduced size also contributes to lower overall system weight, which can be crucial in applications like electric vehicles and portable power systems.

Enhanced Reliability and Longevity

By maintaining optimal operating temperatures, water-cooled assemblies significantly enhance the reliability and longevity of electronic components. The reduced thermal stress ensures that the components are less likely to fail due to overheating, resulting in fewer maintenance requirements and lower downtime. This reliability is essential for critical applications where consistent performance is paramount.

Environmentally Friendly

Water-cooled systems are more environmentally friendly compared to traditional air-cooled systems. The efficient heat transfer capabilities reduce the need for large, power-hungry fans, leading to lower energy consumption. Additionally, water is a non-toxic and abundant resource, making it a sustainable choice for cooling solutions.

Water-cooled assemblies come in various configurations, tailored to meet specific application requirements. Below are the detailed specifications of different models, highlighting their voltage ratings, current ratings, and dimensions:

Product Specifications

Device Type	VDRM (V)	IRMS/TWATER (A/°C)	ITSM Sine Wave 10ms (KA)
W1C 600-PA	1600	600/40	5.6
W1C 1000-PB	1600	1000/40	9
W1C 1300-PB	1600	1300/40	17.8
W1C 1500-PK	1600	1500/40	23.6

Additional Specifications

Water Flow Rate: 4.5 L/min

Max. Water Pressure: 10 Bar

dv/dt: 500 V/μs (Higher dv/dt available on request)

Type	A	B	D	E	F	G
W1C 600-PA	50	48	112-5	205	90-0	110-8
W1C 1000-PA	51	54	112-5	205	90-0	110-8
W1C 1300-PB	63	59-5	205	205	90-0	110-8
W1C 1500-PK	64	59-5	215	215	90-0	110-8

Key Components of Water-Cooled Assemblies

Water-Cooled Heat Sink: Facilitates efficient heat transfer from electronic components to the cooling water.

Hockey Puck: Ensures effective mounting and thermal conductivity.

Connecting Copper Busbar: Provides reliable electrical connections between components.

Varistor: Protects the assembly from voltage spikes and surges.

Thermal Switch: Monitors the temperature and provides safety cut-off in case of overheating.

Fixing Bolts: Secure the components in place, ensuring stability and reliability.

Industrial Automation

In industrial automation, water-cooled assemblies are used to manage the heat generated by high-power drives and inverters. The efficient cooling provided by these assemblies ensures that the equipment operates reliably, reducing the risk of downtime and enhancing productivity. Applications include robotic arms, conveyor systems, and CNC machines.

Power Generation

Water-cooled assemblies are vital in power generation systems, particularly in renewable energy applications such as wind and solar power. They help manage the thermal loads in power inverters and converters, ensuring efficient and stable power output. The superior cooling capabilities enable these systems to handle high power densities, maximizing energy conversion efficiency.

Transportation

In the transportation sector, particularly in electric and hybrid vehicles, water-cooled assemblies are used to manage the heat generated by power electronics in the drive system. The compact and efficient cooling solution provided by these assemblies enhances the performance and reliability of the vehicle’s powertrain, contributing to longer driving ranges and improved efficiency.

Power Distribution

Water-cooled assemblies are also used in power distribution systems to ensure stable and reliable operation of high-power electronic components. They help manage the thermal loads in voltage regulators and power factor correction systems, maintaining the quality and reliability of the power supply.

Water-cooled assemblies offer unparalleled thermal management capabilities, making them essential in high-power and high-reliability applications. Their superior cooling efficiency, compact design, and enhanced reliability make them a preferred choice for industries ranging from industrial automation to power generation and transportation. By ensuring optimal operating temperatures and reducing thermal stress, these assemblies enhance the performance and longevity of electronic components.

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