Two-phase vs single-phase direct-to-chip cooling for AI data centers

Schneider Electric (Motivair) recommends single-phase direct-to-chip (DTC) cooling as the practical default for rapidly scaling AI data centers.

• Main announcement/action: Schneider Electric, via Motivair and its blog, positions single-phase cold plate DTC as the preferred near-term solution because it is easier to deploy, lower cost, and aligns with future silicon roadmaps; the article cites an estimated 2026 market share of 55% for single-phase solutions and references AI market growth forecasts of 30.6% annual rate through 2030.
• Background and details: The article contrasts single-phase with two-phase DTC, noting two-phase offers higher heat transfer at the cold plate but requires higher upfront infrastructure investment and more complex fluid management; it also states the industry flow standard of 1.5 liters per minute per kilowatt and gives the example that NVIDIA Vera Rubin can be cooled with single-phase DTC at 45 °C today.