Patent ID: 6478076
Filing Date: 2002-11-12
Classification: F28F,H01L

Abstract:
A mechanical assembly which is comprised of:a integrated circuit heat exchanger which has a face that is flat and finless; a retainer for a liquid which hasâ€”a) an open top, b) a bottom with an opening thru which said face of said integrated circuit heat exchanger extends such that said retainer surrounds said face, and c) a sidewall that extends from said top to said bottom and includes a passageway with an opening inside of said retainer between said bottom and said face; and, a compliant member whichâ€”a) is separate from said integrated circuit heat exchanger, b) is in said opening around said integrated circuit heat exchanger, which forms a seal for said liquid between said integrated circuit heat exchanger and said retainer that is separately removeable and reusable.