High-flow capacity 1/8-inch connectors target liquid cooling

The LQ2 series quick-disconnect couplings offer high-flow capacity 1/8-inch connectors for liquid cooling. The connectors also feature unique elbow and swivel configurations and an integrated thumb latch for easy, one-handed operation in tight spaces, such as the server racks of large data centers.

The color-coded thumb latch is simple and intuitive to operate, contributing to fast, foolproof connections. A multi-lobed seal offers redundant protection against leakage and lasting shape retention during extended periods of connection. Multi-lobe seals provide greater sealing efficiency than standard O-rings while requiring less force to connect. The non-spill design allows disconnection under pressure without leaks—critical to protecting electronics from exposure to fluid and enabling hot swapping of equipment.

The LQ2 Series connectors are currently specified in a major manufacturer’s next-generation supercomputers. In addition to use in data centers and high-performance computers, the connectors target a range of applications, including medical lasers and MRI machines, power generation and management equipment, aerospace, and high-end digital equipment such as projectors, radars, televisions and more.