OCP CE - CP - Cold Plate Base Specifications Project Call (Feb 04, 2026)

Why It Matters

Finalizing and standardizing the cold-plate specification aligns testing and manufacturing expectations across OCP, reducing integration risk for hardware vendors and accelerating deployment. Clear validation requirements and vetted standards improve reliability and interoperability of server cooling components.

Summary

The OCP Cold Plate Base Specifications working group reviewed the near-final draft and agreed to lock the document on Friday for formatting and submission, while leaving it open for final comments. The team asked for expert reviewers with core-plate design or manufacturing experience to verify referenced standards and validation tests, especially the validation requirements section. Action items include Tyler clarifying leakage-test notes, Gerald verifying D8040-based fluid compatibility wording, and Brad confirming the number of thermal cycling cycles with Beth; the editors will handle templating, diagrams, and references. The group expects one more short review cycle via the OCP cold plate project group before formal submission.