1、Kushan VasantEnabling High-Voltage Distribution in Data Centers through Next-Generation ConnectorsEnabling High-Voltage Distribution in Data Centers through Next-Generation ConnectorsKushan VasantRACK AND POWERTrends in Rack Power ArchitectureHVDC DistributionInterconnect Challenges and SolutionsCal
2、l to ActionOverviewMassive AI compute demand-rack powers scaling 100kW and aboveLimitation with current 48V architectureIncreased need for end-to-end efficiency for rack power distributionChallenges with space to accommodate increased size of power componentsArchitecture shift from 12/48V to 400V/80
3、0V Trends in Rack Power Architecture Architecture EvaluationAC BuswayPSUIT RackIT RackAC BuswayDC Busway400V/800V HVDCHVDC-Side Car ArchitectureHVDC Busway ArchitecturePSU BBUIT RackIT RackIT RackIT RackIT RackPSU BBUIT RackPSU BBUIT Rack12/48V ArchitectureWide ranges of solutions from low to high v
4、oltage architecture which can support various current rangesMust be safe,reliable and complaint with evolving UL,IEC and other regulatory standardsAbility to mate/un-mate under various voltages safelyShould scale from rack level to system level interconnects including but not limited to busbar,PCB,w
5、ired connection systemInterconnectsAmphenols HVDC Wire to Board connectorHVDC InterconnectBegin mating by inserting connectorClose lever to assist with matingLever is fully lowered,connector will be fully seatedDrive the switch towards the cable until audible click is heardDrive the switch away from
6、 the cable until audible click is heardLift the lever and begin unmatingconnectorUNMATINGWork together as community to define interconnects for future busway HVDC architecture Work with regulatory bodies to expand and define HVDC interconne