The Quick Connect Valve 700 is a patented dual ball valve engineered to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability in Direct Liquid Cooling (DLC) systems. As the first all-polymer quick connect valve for data centre applications, it is 50% lighter and facilitates 25% better flow compared to conventional metal alternatives while offering easy, ergonomic handling.
As demand for high-density, high-performance computing grows, DLC is becoming the preferred method for thermal management in next-generation data centres. By transporting coolant directly to the chip, DLC significantly improves thermal efficiency compared to air-based methods. A key component in this setup is the Technology Cooling System (TCS), which distributes coolant from the Cooling Distribution Unit (CDU) to individual server racks. To support this shift, GF has developed the Quick Connect Valve 700, a fully plastic, dual ball valve engineered specifically for direct-to-chip liquid cooling environments. Positioned at the interface between the main distribution system and server racks, the valve enables fast, safe, and durable coolant connections in mission-critical settings.
Built on GF’s proven Ball Valve 546 Pro platform, the Quick Connect Valve 700 features two identical PVDF valve halves and a patented dual-interlock lever. This mechanism ensures the valve can only be decoupled when both sides are securely closed, minimizing fluid loss and maximising operator safety during maintenance.
The valve is made of corrosion-free polymer and therefore offers the same benefits as the rest of GF’s thermoplastic valve line-up. It is over 50% lighter than metal alternatives, while delivering enhanced performance and providing a UL 94 V-0 flammability rating. Combined with the ergonomic design of its interlocking mechanism, the valve is easy to handle during installation and operation. At the same time, its full-bore valve design ensures an optimal flow profile and a reduced pressure drop of up to 25% compared to similar metal products.