Refrigeration unit and refrigeration environment space
The refrigeration unit, through its enclosed design and sensor alarm device, solves the environmental pollution problem caused by refrigerant leakage, achieves a highly efficient and clean refrigeration effect, and is suitable for environments such as cleanrooms.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CHINESE AERONAUTICAL RADIO ELECTRONICS RES INST
- Filing Date
- 2023-01-05
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-28
AI Technical Summary
Existing refrigeration units may leak refrigerant and coolant during use, leading to pollution of the refrigeration environment, especially water-cooled systems in cleanrooms where there is a risk of leaks at joints.
A closed refrigeration unit structure was designed, with the condenser and heat dissipation coil housed within a closed casing. The inlet and outlet pipes of the cooling medium are connected by a tight fit and a filter structure. It is equipped with gas concentration and humidity sensors and an alarm device. A sealing gasket and ventilation mechanism are installed under the floor to prevent gas leakage and contamination.
It effectively prevents the leakage of refrigerant and harmful gases into the refrigerated environment, ensuring the cleanliness and safety of the refrigerated environment and improving refrigeration efficiency and reliability.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the field of refrigeration equipment technology, and in particular to a refrigeration unit and a refrigerated environment space. Background Technology
[0002] In existing refrigeration units, refrigerant and lubricating oil may leak from joints during operation, spreading throughout the refrigerated environment and causing contamination. Some refrigerant-cooled systems may also leak refrigerant, similarly spreading throughout the refrigerated environment and causing contamination. Refrigeration units used in cleanrooms are typically water-cooled, and the inlet and outlet water lines are also susceptible to leaks at joints. Summary of the Invention
[0003] In view of this, the present invention provides a refrigeration unit and a refrigeration environment space, which not only does not interfere with the refrigeration environment space, but also avoids the emission of exhaust gas and harmful gases into the refrigeration environment space, thus making it more suitable for practical use.
[0004] To achieve the first objective mentioned above, the technical solution for the refrigeration unit provided by this invention is as follows:
[0005] The refrigeration unit provided by this invention includes a casing, a condenser, a heat dissipation coil, a cooling medium inlet pipe, and a cooling medium outlet pipe.
[0006] The outer shell is closed, and a first accommodating space is provided inside it.
[0007] The condenser and heat dissipation coil are disposed within the first accommodating space.
[0008] The cooling medium inlet pipe passes through the outer casing, and one end of the cooling medium inlet pipe is connected to the condenser, while the other end is connected to the outside.
[0009] The cooling medium outlet pipe passes through the outer casing, and one end of the cooling medium outlet pipe is connected to the condenser, while the other end is connected to the outside.
[0010] One end of the heat dissipation coil is connected to the condenser, and the other end of the heat dissipation coil is connected to the cooling medium outlet pipe through a tee.
[0011] The refrigeration unit provided by the present invention can also be further implemented using the following technical measures.
[0012] Preferably, the refrigeration unit further includes a cooling medium.
[0013] The cooling medium enters the condenser from the cooling medium inlet pipe and then splits into two paths. One path enters the heat dissipation coil and then flows into the cooling medium outlet pipe, while the other path flows directly into the cooling medium outlet pipe.
[0014] Preferably, the heat dissipation coil is attached to the inner wall of the housing.
[0015] Preferably, the housing includes a top, a body, and a bottom plate.
[0016] The top is arched.
[0017] The top is fixedly connected to the upper edge of the body via its edge.
[0018] The transition between the top and the upper edge of the body is rounded.
[0019] The base plate encloses the bottom edge of the body.
[0020] The cooling medium inlet pipe passes through the base plate, and the cooling medium outlet pipe passes through the base plate.
[0021] Preferably, the housing is integrally formed.
[0022] Preferably, the refrigeration unit is characterized by further including two connecting members.
[0023] The connector includes a first pipe section, an annular gasket, and a second pipe section.
[0024] The first pipe segment is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the annular gasket via its bottom edge, and the second pipe segment is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the annular gasket via its top edge.
[0025] The bottom edge of the second pipe section is provided with an annular boss facing inward.
[0026] The connector is tightly fitted with the cooling medium inlet pipe and / or the cooling medium outlet pipe via the annular boss.
[0027] The base plate is provided with a first through hole and a second through hole.
[0028] The diameter of the first through hole is equal to the outer diameter of the first section of pipe, and the diameter of the second through hole is equal to the outer diameter of the first section of pipe.
[0029] The inner edge of the first through hole abuts against the upper surface of the annular gasket of one of the connectors, and the inner edge of the second through hole abuts against the upper surface of the annular gasket of the other connector.
[0030] The cooling medium inlet pipe passes through the core hole of one of the connectors, and the cooling medium outlet pipe passes through the core hole of the other connector.
[0031] Preferably, the tight fit is welding or interference fit.
[0032] Preferably, the refrigeration unit further includes a first plug, a connecting flange, and a second plug.
[0033] The first plug is fixedly connected to one end of the connecting flange, and the other end of the first plug is located within the first accommodating space.
[0034] The second plug is fixedly connected at one end to the other end of the connecting flange, and the other end of the second plug is outside the first accommodating space.
[0035] The base plate is provided with a third through hole.
[0036] The outer diameter of the other end of the first plug is equal to the diameter of the third through hole.
[0037] The flange's external dimensions are larger than the diameter of the third through hole, such that the inner edge of the third through hole abuts against the upper surface of the flange.
[0038] Preferably, the first plug and / or the second plug are aviation plugs.
[0039] Preferably, the refrigeration unit also includes a filtration structure.
[0040] The base plate is also provided with a fourth through hole.
[0041] The filter structure is located below the fourth through hole.
[0042] Preferably, the filtration structure includes a first-stage filtration layer, a second-stage filtration layer, and a third-stage filtration layer.
[0043] A first buffer space is provided between the first-stage filter layer and the second-stage filter layer.
[0044] A second buffer space is provided between the second-stage filter layer and the third-stage filter layer.
[0045] Preferably, the refrigeration unit further includes:
[0046] A gas concentration sensor is used to sense the concentration data of the gas produced by the volatilization of refrigerant;
[0047] And / or,
[0048] A humidity sensor is used to detect humidity data.
[0049] The gas concentration sensor and / or humidity sensor are located at the fourth through hole.
[0050] Preferably, the refrigeration unit further includes:
[0051] An alarm signal expression device is used to issue an alarm when the data sensed by the gas concentration sensor and / or humidity sensor exceeds a threshold.
[0052] To achieve the second objective mentioned above, the technical solution for a refrigerated environment space provided by the present invention is as follows:
[0053] The refrigeration environment space provided by this invention includes a floor and a refrigeration unit provided by this invention.
[0054] A second accommodating space is provided beneath the floor;
[0055] The refrigeration unit is fixedly connected to the floor via the base plate.
[0056] The component located at the bottom of the base plate is housed within the second accommodating space.
[0057] The refrigerated environment space provided by this invention can be further realized by the following technical measures.
[0058] Preferably, the refrigerated environment space also includes a sealing gasket.
[0059] The sealing gasket is disposed between the base plate and the floor.
[0060] Preferably, the floor is provided with a ventilation mechanism so that if positive pressure is generated in the second accommodating space, the pressure can be released through the ventilation mechanism.
[0061] The refrigeration unit provided by the present invention inputs cooling medium into the condenser and the heat dissipation coil through the cooling medium inlet pipe, and outputs the cooling medium through the heat dissipation coil and the cooling medium outlet pipe. Furthermore, the condenser, the input end of the cooling medium inlet pipe, the output end of the cooling medium outlet pipe, and the heat dissipation coil are all housed in a closed shell. Therefore, it not only does not interfere with the refrigeration environment, but also avoids the emission of exhaust gas and harmful gases into the refrigeration environment. Attached Figure Description
[0062] Various other advantages and benefits will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon reading the following detailed description of preferred embodiments. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the invention. Furthermore, the same reference numerals denote the same parts throughout the drawings. In the drawings:
[0063] Appendix Figure 1This is a schematic diagram illustrating the fit between the piping and the outer casing of a refrigeration unit provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0064] Appendix Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the filter structure in the refrigeration unit provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0065] Appendix Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the connecting parts in the refrigeration unit provided in an embodiment of the present invention and their connection structure with the base plate of the refrigeration unit;
[0066] Appendix Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the first plug, connecting flange, second plug and the base plate of the refrigeration unit provided in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0067] Appendix Figure 5 A typical structural cross-sectional view of a cooling environment space provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0068] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:
[0069] 1-Outer shell, 2-Condenser, 3-Heat coil, 4-Cooling medium inlet pipe, 5-Cooling medium outlet pipe, 6-First accommodating space, 7-T-joint, 8-Top, 9-Body, 10-Base plate, 11-Transition section, 12-Connector, 13-First section pipe, 14-Annular gasket, 15-Second section pipe, 16-Annular boss, 17-Core hole, 18-First plug, 19-Connecting flange, 20-Second plug, 21-Filter structure, 22-First filter layer, 23-Second filter layer, 24-Third filter layer, 25-First buffer space, 26-Second buffer space, 27-Floor, 28-Second accommodating space, 29-Sealing gasket. Detailed Implementation
[0070] In view of this, the present invention provides a refrigeration unit and a refrigeration environment space, which not only does not interfere with the refrigeration environment space, but also enables the refrigeration environment space to discharge exhaust gas and harmful gases, thus making it more suitable for practical use.
[0071] To further illustrate the technical means and effects adopted by the present invention to achieve the intended purpose, the following, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and preferred embodiments, details the specific implementation, structure, features, and effects of a refrigeration unit and refrigerated environment space proposed according to the present invention. In the following description, different "embodiments" or "embodiments" do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment. Furthermore, specific features, structures, or characteristics in one or more embodiments can be combined in any suitable form.
[0072] In this article, the term "and / or" is merely a description of the relationship between related objects, indicating that there can be three relationships, such as A and / or B. Specifically, it can mean that A and B can be included at the same time, A can exist alone, or B can exist alone, and any of the above three situations can be met.
[0073] Refrigeration Unit Example
[0074] The refrigeration unit provided by the present invention includes a casing 1, a condenser 2, a heat dissipation coil 3, a cooling medium inlet pipe 4, and a cooling medium outlet pipe 5. The casing 1 is enclosed and has a first accommodating space 6 inside. The condenser 2 and the heat dissipation coil 3 are disposed in the first accommodating space 6. The cooling medium inlet pipe 4 passes through the casing 1, and one end of the cooling medium inlet pipe 4 is connected to the condenser 2, while the other end is connected to the outside. The cooling medium outlet pipe 5 passes through the casing 1, and one end of the cooling medium outlet pipe 5 is connected to the condenser 2, while the other end is connected to the outside. One end of the heat dissipation coil 3 is connected to the condenser 2, and the other end of the heat dissipation coil 3 is connected to the cooling medium outlet pipe 5 through a tee 7.
[0075] The refrigeration unit provided in this embodiment of the invention inputs cooling medium into the condenser 2 and the heat dissipation coil 3 through the cooling medium inlet pipe 4. The cooling medium is output through the heat dissipation coil 3 and the cooling medium outlet pipe 4. Furthermore, the condenser 2, the input end of the cooling medium inlet pipe 4, the output end of the cooling medium outlet pipe 5, and the heat dissipation coil 3 are all disposed within a closed housing 1. Therefore, it not only does not interfere with the refrigeration environment space, but also avoids the emission of exhaust gas and harmful gases into the refrigeration environment space.
[0076] The refrigeration unit also includes a cooling medium. The cooling medium enters the condenser 2 from the cooling medium inlet pipe 4 and then splits into two paths. One path enters the heat dissipation coil 2 and then flows into the cooling medium outlet pipe 5, while the other path flows directly into the cooling medium outlet pipe 5. In this embodiment, the cooling medium can be water or other refrigerants with a high specific heat. Because water or other refrigerants with a high specific heat have high temperature stability, they offer higher cooling efficiency and a more ideal cooling effect.
[0077] The heat dissipation coil 3 is attached to the inner wall of the outer casing 1. In this case, the contact distance between the heat dissipation coil 3 and the cooling environment is shorter, thus improving the cooling efficiency.
[0078] The outer casing 1 includes a top 8, a body 9, and a bottom plate 10. The top 8 is arched and is fixedly connected to the upper edge of the body 9 via its edge. The transition section 11 connecting the top 8 and the upper edge of the body 9 has rounded corners. The bottom plate 10 encloses the bottom edge of the body 9. The cooling medium inlet pipe 4 passes through the bottom plate 10, and the cooling medium outlet pipe 5 passes through the bottom plate. In this configuration, the outer casing 1 has a streamlined shape, which reduces the airflow interference of the refrigeration unit on the refrigerated environment.
[0079] The housing 1 is integrally formed. In this case, the streamlined design of the housing can be further enhanced, and since there are no connecting joints, stress concentration can be reduced, thus further reducing the airflow interference of the refrigeration unit on the refrigerated environment.
[0080] The refrigeration unit also includes two connectors 12. Each connector 12 includes a first pipe section 13, an annular gasket 14, and a second pipe section 15. The first pipe section 13 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the annular gasket 14 via its bottom edge, and the second pipe section 15 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the annular gasket 14 via its top edge. An annular boss 16 is provided inwardly on the bottom edge of the second pipe section 15. The connector is tightly fitted with the cooling medium inlet pipe 4 and / or the cooling medium outlet pipe 5 via the annular boss 16. The base plate 10 is provided with a first through hole and a second through hole. The diameter of the first through hole is equal to the outer diameter of the first section of pipe 13, and the diameter of the second through hole is equal to the outer diameter of the first section of pipe 13. The inner edge of the first through hole abuts against the upper surface of the annular gasket 14 of one of the connectors 13, and the inner edge of the second through hole abuts against the upper surface of the annular gasket 14 of the other connector. The cooling medium inlet pipe 4 passes through the core hole 17 of one of the connectors 12, and the cooling medium outlet pipe 5 passes through the core hole 17 of the other connector 12. In this case, the two connectors 12 can ensure a good seal at the connection between the cooling medium inlet pipe 4, the cooling medium outlet pipe 5 and the refrigeration unit.
[0081] The tight fit is either welded or an interference fit. In this case, the risk of gas or liquid media in the first accommodating space 6 of the housing 1 leaking from the connection between the second section pipe and the cooling medium inlet pipe 4 and / or the cooling medium outlet pipe 5 can be avoided.
[0082] The refrigeration unit also includes a first plug 18, a connecting flange 19, and a second plug 20. The first plug 18 is fixedly connected to one end of the connecting flange 19, with the other end within the first accommodating space 6. The second plug 20 is fixedly connected to the other end of the connecting flange 19, with the other end outside the first accommodating space 6. A third through hole is provided on the base plate 10. The outer diameter of the other end of the first plug 18 is equal to the diameter of the third through hole. The connecting flange 19 is larger than the diameter of the third through hole, such that the inner edge of the third through hole abuts against the upper surface of the connecting flange 19. This configuration avoids the risk of gas or liquid media leaking from the electrical plug.
[0083] In this configuration, the first plug 18 and / or the second plug 20 are aviation plugs. This design allows for a more reliable electrical connection.
[0084] The refrigeration unit also includes a filter structure 21. A fourth through-hole is provided on the base plate 10, and the filter structure 21 is located below the fourth through-hole. In this configuration, the filter structure 21 provides pressure-relieving micropores, allowing pressure to be released when there is a slight positive pressure inside the housing 1.
[0085] The filtration structure includes a first-stage filter layer 22, a second-stage filter layer 23, and a third-stage filter layer 24. A first buffer space 25 is provided between the first-stage filter layer 22 and the second-stage filter layer 23, and a second buffer space 26 is provided between the second-stage filter layer 23 and the third-stage filter layer 24. In this configuration, not only is the filtration effect of the filtration structure 21 guaranteed, but the first buffer space 25 and the second buffer space 26 also ensure reliable pressure relief when positive pressure occurs inside the housing 1.
[0086] The refrigeration unit also includes: a gas concentration sensor for sensing the concentration data of the gas obtained from refrigerant evaporation; and / or a humidity sensor for sensing humidity data; the gas concentration sensor and / or humidity sensor are located at the fourth through hole. In this configuration, the refrigerant and / or water vapor sealing effect within the housing can be monitored in real time.
[0087] The refrigeration unit also includes an alarm signal display device, which triggers an alarm when the data sensed by the gas concentration sensor and / or humidity sensor exceeds a threshold. In this case, if refrigerant and / or water vapor leaks, the alarm signal display device will issue an alarm signal, prompting personnel to carry out timely maintenance.
[0088] Cooling Environment Space Implementation Examples
[0089] The refrigeration environment space provided in this embodiment of the invention includes a floor 27 and a refrigeration unit provided by this invention. A second accommodating space 28 is provided below the floor. The refrigeration unit is fixedly connected to the floor 27 via a base plate 10, and the components located below the base plate 10 are accommodated within the second accommodating space 28. In this configuration, the formation of the refrigeration environment space provided in this embodiment of the invention becomes more convenient.
[0090] The refrigerated environment space also includes a sealing gasket 29. The sealing gasket 29 is disposed between the base plate 10 and the floor 27. In this case, the risk of refrigerant leakage through the connection between the refrigeration unit and the floor 27 can be avoided.
[0091] The floor 27 is equipped with a ventilation mechanism, which allows for pressure release should positive pressure occur in the second accommodating space 28. This ensures stable pressure within the second accommodating space, thereby guaranteeing the safety of the refrigerated environment.
[0092] Although preferred embodiments of the invention have been described, those skilled in the art, upon learning the basic inventive concept, can make other changes and modifications to these embodiments. Therefore, the appended claims are intended to be interpreted as including both the preferred embodiments and all changes and modifications falling within the scope of the invention.
[0093] Obviously, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to this invention without departing from its spirit and scope. Therefore, if these modifications and variations fall within the scope of the claims of this invention and their equivalents, this invention also intends to include these modifications and variations.
Claims
1. A refrigeration unit, characterized in that, It includes the outer casing (1), condenser (2), heat dissipation coil (3), cooling medium inlet pipe (4), and cooling medium outlet pipe (5). The outer shell (1) is closed, and a first accommodating space (6) is provided inside it. The condenser (2) and the heat dissipation coil (3) are disposed within the first accommodating space (6). The cooling medium inlet pipe (4) passes through the outer casing (1), and one end of the cooling medium inlet pipe (4) is connected to the condenser (2), while the other end of the cooling medium inlet pipe (4) is used for external connection. The cooling medium outlet pipe (5) passes through the outer casing (1), and one end of the cooling medium outlet pipe (5) is connected to the condenser (2), while the other end of the cooling medium outlet pipe (5) is used for external connection. One end of the heat dissipation coil (3) is connected to the condenser (2), and the other end of the heat dissipation coil (3) is connected to the cooling medium outlet pipe (5) through a tee (7). The outer shell (1) includes a top (8), a body (9), and a bottom plate (10). The top (8) is arched. The top (8) is fixedly connected to the upper edge of the body (9) by its edge. The transition section (11) connecting the top (8) and the upper edge of the body (9) has rounded corners. The base plate (10) closes the bottom edge of the body (9). The cooling medium inlet pipe (4) passes through the base plate (10), and the cooling medium outlet pipe (5) passes through the base plate (10). It also includes two connectors (12). The connector (12) includes a first pipe section (13), an annular gasket (14), and a second pipe section (15). The first pipe segment (12) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the annular gasket (14) via its bottom edge, and the second pipe segment (15) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the annular gasket (14) via its top edge. The bottom edge of the second pipe section (15) is provided with an annular boss (16). The connector (12) is tightly fitted with the cooling medium inlet pipe (4) and / or the cooling medium outlet pipe (5) via the annular boss (16); The base plate (10) is provided with a first through hole and a second through hole. The diameter of the first through hole is equal to the outer diameter of the first pipe segment (13), and the diameter of the second through hole is equal to the outer diameter of the first pipe segment (13). The inner edge of the first through hole abuts against the upper surface of the annular gasket (14) of one of the connectors (12), and the inner edge of the second through hole abuts against the upper surface of the annular gasket (14) of the other connector (12). The cooling medium inlet pipe (4) passes through the core hole (17) of one of the connectors (12), and the cooling medium outlet pipe (5) passes through the core hole (17) of the other connector (12).
2. The refrigeration unit according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes cooling medium, The cooling medium enters the condenser (2) from the cooling medium inlet pipe (4) and then splits into two paths. One path enters the heat dissipation coil (3) and then flows into the cooling medium outlet pipe (5). The other path flows directly into the cooling medium outlet pipe (5).
3. The refrigeration unit according to claim 1, characterized in that, The heat dissipation coil (3) is attached to the inner wall of the outer casing (1).
4. The refrigeration unit according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer shell (1) is integrally formed.
5. The refrigeration unit according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tight fit is either welded or an interference fit.
6. The refrigeration unit according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a first plug (18), a connecting flange (19), and a second plug (20). The first plug (18) is fixedly connected to one end of the connecting flange (19) at one end, and the other end of the first plug (18) is located within the first accommodating space (6). The second plug (20) is fixedly connected at one end to the other end of the connecting flange (19), and the other end of the second plug (20) is outside the first accommodating space (6). The base plate (10) is provided with a third through hole. The outer diameter of the other end of the first plug (18) is equal to the diameter of the third through hole. The outer dimensions of the connecting flange (19) are larger than the diameter of the third through hole, such that the inner edge of the third through hole abuts against the upper surface of the connecting flange (19).
7. The refrigeration unit according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first plug (18) and / or the second plug (20) are aviation plugs.
8. The refrigeration unit according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a filter structure (21). The base plate (10) is also provided with a fourth through hole. The filter structure (21) is disposed on the lower side of the fourth through hole.
9. The refrigeration unit according to claim 8, characterized in that, The filter structure (21) includes a first-stage filter layer (22), a second-stage filter layer (23), and a third-stage filter layer (24). A first buffer space (25) is provided between the first-stage filter layer (22) and the second-stage filter layer (23). A second buffer space (26) is provided between the second-stage filter layer (23) and the third-stage filter layer (24).
10. The refrigeration unit according to claim 8, characterized in that, Also includes: A gas concentration sensor is used to sense the concentration data of the gas produced by the volatilization of refrigerant; And / or, A humidity sensor is used to detect humidity data. The gas concentration sensor and / or humidity sensor are located at the fourth through hole.
11. The refrigeration unit according to claim 10, characterized in that, Also includes: An alarm signal expression device is used to issue an alarm when the data sensed by the gas concentration sensor and / or humidity sensor exceeds a threshold.
12. A refrigerated environment space, characterized in that, Including the floor (27) and the refrigeration unit as described in any one of claims 1-11, A second accommodating space (28) is provided beneath the floor; The refrigeration unit is fixedly connected to the floor (27) via the base plate (10). The component located at the bottom of the base plate (10) is housed in the second accommodating space (27).
13. The refrigerated environment space according to claim 12, characterized in that, It also includes a sealing gasket (29). The sealing gasket (29) is disposed between the base plate (10) and the floor (27).
14. The refrigerated environment space according to claim 12, characterized in that, The floor (27) is provided with a ventilation mechanism so that if positive pressure is generated in the second accommodating space, the pressure can be released through the ventilation mechanism.
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