TTK, the world's leading manufacturer of liquid leak detection systems, is launching its latest solutions tailored for liquid cooling systems in data centers.

TTK will showcase its leak detection solutions and participate in a 5x5 lighting pitch on the first day at DCD>Connect New York 2025. The event takes place March 24-25, 2025 in New York.

The essential need for leak detection in liquid-cooled data centers

As data centers increasingly adopt advanced cooling technologies like immersion and direct-to-chip cooling, the imperative for robust leak detection systems has never been more critical. While these liquid cooling methods offer significant efficiency and thermal management benefits, they also introduce heightened risks of leaks that could lead to equipment failures, operational downtime, and substantial financial losses.

Elevated risks with liquid cooling

Unlike traditional air-cooled systems, liquid-cooled infrastructures circulate coolants near sensitive electronic components. This proximity amplifies the potential for damage in the event of a leak. Moreover, the intricate network of pipes and cooling plates in such systems makes timely leak detection a complex yet crucial task.

Potential consequences of undetected leaks

• Hardware damage: Exposure to coolants can cause immediate or gradual deterioration of electronic components, leading to hardware failures.
• Operational downtime: Addressing leak-induced damage often necessitates shutting down affected systems, resulting in service interruptions and potential revenue loss.
• Safety hazards: Leaks can create unsafe conditions, including electrical hazards, posing risks to personnel and infrastructure.

TTK leak detection solutions for immersion and direct-to-chip cooling: Enhancing data center efficiency

To avoid these costly consequences, implementing an efficient leak detection system is paramount. TTK, a leader in liquid leak detection systems, offers specialized solutions tailored for liquid-cooled data centers. Their systems provide fast detection of a wide range of coolants, including glycol-based and dielectric fluids, comprehensive protection, and reusable cables – offering easy installation and maintenance.

For data centers utilizing immersion cooling, where entire servers are submerged in dielectric fluids, TTK's solutions offer comprehensive protection:

• Full coverage of the entire cooling system, including tanks, CDUs, pumps, cooling towers, and connected piping.
• Specialized sense cables designed for conductive and non-conductive liquids.
• Rapid and accurate leak detection to prevent equipment damage and minimize operational downtime.

In direct-to-chip cooling, where liquid coolants circulate through cold plates attached to processors, TTK’s leak detection solutions provide:

• Server-level monitoring to detect leaks around critical components. • In-rack and above-rack detection, ensuring comprehensive coverage inside and outside server racks.
• Pinpoint leak location for swift response and reduced downtime, ensuring maximum operational continuity.

Effective detection of various coolant liquids

• Glycol-based coolants (PG25, LC25, etc.)
• Dielectric fluids (Synthetic Hydrocarbons, Biodegradable Dielectric Fluids, etc.)
• Refrigerants
• Conductive & Non-conductive liquids

"As liquid cooling transforms data centers, early and reliable leak detection is critical for operational security. Liquid-cooled infrastructures circulate coolants near sensitive electronic components, increasing the risk of damage in case of a leak. Our new dedicated solutions offer precise monitoring and alerts for immersion and direct-to-chip cooling, ensuring maximum uptime and operator confidence," said Brain McNevin, general sales manager at TTK USA Inc.

As the demand for high-performance computing continues to grow, the adoption of liquid-cooled servers in data centers will only accelerate. While liquid cooling enhances efficiency and performance, it also introduces the critical challenge of leak management.

Designed for immersion and direct-to-chip cooling, TTK’s advanced leak detection solutions offer real-time monitoring and rapid response capabilities, ensuring minimal disruption and enhanced operational efficiency.

For more information on liquid cooling leak detection solutions on TTK, click here.