Bürkert fits into both these architectures as the fluid control layer, supplying valves, sensors, and flowmeters that manage coolant distribution around CDUs, manifolds, racks, and immersion tanks. Typical roles include modulating and isolating flows to cold plates or tanks, balancing branches to prevent hot spots, and monitoring pressure, temperature, and flow to keep systems in safe operating windows. This control backbone supports stable chip temperatures, higher power densities, and optimized pump and chiller energy utilization.
Proportional Control Valves: Maintain Chip Temperature
Solenoid Valves: Type 2871, Type 2873, Type 2875
Direct-acting 2-way standard proportional valve
- Excellent range
- Very good response
- Compact valve design
- Orifice sizes 0.05 ... 2.0 mm
- Port connection 1/8” or sub-base
Direct-acting 2-way standard proportional valve
- Excellent range
- Very good response
- Compact valve design
- Orifice sizes 0.8 ... 6 mm
- Optional: Explosion-protected coil
Direct-acting 2 way standard proportional valve
- Excellent range
- Very good response
- Compact valve design
- Orifice sizes 2...9.5 mm
- Optional: Explosion-protected coil
Bürkert solenoid valves Types 2871, 2873, and 2875 are compact, direct-acting proportional 2-way valves suited for low-flow ancillary tasks in data center chillers. Type 2871 handles micro-flow chemical dosing (orifices ~0.05–2 mm) in bypasses or skids; 2873 manages small-to-moderate flows (~0.8–6 mm) for DI-water/glycol purges; and 2875 covers higher series flows (~2–9.5 mm) for gas regulation like nitrogen or air, offering tight seals and PWM-driven precision up to 10–25 bar.
Motor Valves: Type 3280, Type 3285 (option for on/off)
Electromotive 2-way globe proportional valve
- Actuator is not wetted
- Excellent setting range and fast reaction time
- Low electrical power consumption
- Connection orifice DN 8...15 | Kvs value 0,03…1,9 m³/h
- Variants: standard, positioner, process controller and high-pressure variants for up to 22 bar
Electromotive 2-way globe proportional valve
- Actuator isolated from flow path
- Excellent range and fast response times
- Low power consumption
- Connection orifice DN 15...25 | Kvs value 1.8…9.6 m³/h
- Variants: standard, positioner, process controller
The Type 3280 and Type 3285 are a good fit anywhere a data center chiller or liquid-cooling loop needs precise, electrically actuated modulation of flow or temperature set points, especially where air is limited and power efficiency matters.
Flow Measurement
Insertion Magmeters: Type 8041 (blind) , Type 8045 (with display)
Electromagnetic Insertion flowmeter
- Sensor without moving parts
- Flowmeter with 2-point control function
- Application-specific calibration via teach-in functionality
- Clean in place (CIP) compatible
- FDA-compliant materials
Electromagnetic Insertion flowmeter
- Sensor without moving parts
- Indicates volume flow rate as well as volume
- Simulation of all output signals
- Clean in place (CIP) compatible, FDA-compliant materials
- Variant with electrodes made of alloy C22
The Bürkert Type 8045 is a cost-effective electromagnetic insertion flowmeter that simply screws into existing pipework via the S020 fitting — delivering accurate flow and volume measurement across pipe sizes DN6 to DN400 without cutting out a section of pipe, with hardware savings of up to 75% compared to full-bore alternatives. With no moving parts, an integrated Teach-In auto-calibration function, bidirectional flow detection, and a rugged IP65 enclosure, it handles everything from clean water to aggressive chemicals with minimal maintenance and straightforward PLC integration.
Conductivity Measurement - Maintain Chip Temperature
Conductivity Probe Type 8222 & Programming Module - 559168
Conductivity meter, ELEMENT design
- Perfect for clean water and slightly concentrated liquids
- Compact measuring device for direct connection to the control level (PLC) via analogue 4…20 mA signal or digital IO-Link or Bürkert system bus (büS)/CANopen communication
- Parametrisation, calibration and transfer of parametrisation data all possible thanks to a removable display/configuration module
- Simulation of process values for diagnostics
- Universal process connection, three different cell constants to cover a wide range of applications such as reverse osmosis
The Bürkert Type 8222 conductivity meter is ideal for data center cooling circuits, where monitoring water purity in real time protects servers, pipework, and heat exchangers from corrosion, scaling, and electrical faults. With a measurement range down to 0.05 µS/cm, integrated temperature compensation, and flexible digital or analogue outputs for direct BMS integration, it delivers continuous water quality assurance with minimal installation effort.
Compact Magmeter Type 8050 with display (flow, conductivity, temp)
COMPACT flow measuring device
- For continuous multiparameter monitoring
- Measuring and monitoring of flow, temperature and conductivity
- Quick and flexible start-up via IO-Link and wireless short-distance communication via radio waves
- Easy adjustment to suit the process by using adapters
Full Bore Electromagnetic Flowmeter Type 8059
The Bürkert Type 8050 is a space-saving full-bore magnetic-inductive flow measuring device that simultaneously monitors flow, temperature, and conductivity in a single compact unit. With IO-Link communication for quick wireless commissioning, easy process integration via connection adapters, and no moving parts for long-term reliability, it's an ideal multiparameter solution where installation space is at a premium.
When accuracy high frequency readings are of the utmost importance, type 8059 full bore inline electromagnetic flow meters delivers the reading required, without pressure loss, and with nothing in the flow-path.
Pressure Measurement
Type 8316 Pressure Sensor & Type 8325 Pressure Transmitter
Pressure measuring device
- Ceramic/thick film measuring cell
- 2-wire variant for 4...20 mA output
- Compact, stable construction for the highest operational reliability
Pressure transmitter for general applications, 0…25 bar
- Available with hygienic flush-mounted diaphragm
- Housing and wetted parts in corrosion-resistant stainless steel
- Standard signal 4…20 mA for connection to automation systems
- Plug for quick installation and service
- Many pressure ranges available
The Bürkert Type 8316 and Type 8325 pressure transmitters provide complementary solutions for data center cooling loops — the 8316 excelling in electrically noisy environments with its sub-2ms response and superior EMC resistance, while the 8325 delivers high-precision monitoring with fully welded stainless steel wetted parts and accuracy down to 0.125%. Both integrate seamlessly into BMS or DCIM platforms, giving operators the real-time pressure visibility needed to detect pump failures early and protect critical infrastructure