1、Glenn Charest,Technical Leader,MetaAndy Holst,Product Engineer,ParkerPBMC(Pivoting Blind Mate Coupling)IntroductionPBMC(Pivoting Blind Mate Coupling)IntroductionGlenn Charest,Technical Leader,MetaAndy Holst,Senior Engineer,ParkerLiquid CoolingDevelop a multi-sourced interoperable blind mate valve so
2、lution to support the higher flow rates needed for higher power systemsProblem StatementValve&Manifold SuppliersTeam MembersSupport 1RU/OU form factorMulti-sourced&interoperableHigh flow rate of 36 lpm Delta P of 4.0 psi(PG25)Maximum working pressure of 75 PSIGEliminate the common issue in floating
3、blind mate valves of hose influences on valve float on the plug valve.This design decouples the hose connection in the IT gear from valve float mechanismSelf-contained ability to:support angular,radial and combined misalignmentallowance for connection stroke variation(mate distance)IT Gear side(plug
4、 valve)hose interfaces has the potential to support various hose connection interfaces and hose typesDesign FundamentalsSocket and plug feature pivoting designs to adjust for misalignment Plug and socket pivoting parts are designed to self-center when unmatedHow the Valves Accommodate MisalignmentSo
5、cketPlugHow the Valves Accommodate MisalignmentSocketPlug5mm-radial onlyPerformance TargetsCombined 5mm radial and 2.5o angular offset(within specified zone)Performance Targets6.5mm working rangePerformance TargetsTestDistance“D”(mm)Maximum Mate Distance78.5Minimum Mate Distance72 Ability to support
6、 variety of interface options-10 ORB External*-10 ORB Internal-TBD Hose BarbPlug Design*version we are focusing on for rev01Multiple attachment features:M3 threaded holes on face of blockOptional M3 threaded holes on bottom and top of blockOptional slotted holes at rear,bottom of block to allow for