Water collecting structure and water chiller unit

Abstract

The application discloses a water collecting structure and a water chiller, and relates to the technical field of compression refrigeration. The water collecting structure comprises a condensing fan, a condenser and a collecting device which are sequentially arranged. The condenser has hydrophilicity. The condensing fan and the condenser are communicated to form a water inlet channel of the water collecting structure. The condenser and the collecting device are communicated to form a water outlet channel of the water collecting structure. The water inlet channel and the water outlet channel are communicated. The water collecting structure can effectively collect rainwater entering the condensing fan and guide the rainwater to the collecting device, so that the rainwater cannot enter internal devices of the water chiller, and the waterproof performance and reliability of the equipment are improved.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of compression refrigeration, in particular to a water collecting structure and a water chiller. BACKGROUND

[0002] Air-cooled water chillers play an important role in industrial refrigeration systems. Their function is to reduce the temperature of water through a compressor to achieve intensive cooling of molds or machines, thereby improving production efficiency and product quality.

[0003] In the process of implementing the present application, the inventors found that the existing technology at least has the following problems: when the air-cooled water chiller is used outdoors, rainwater can easily enter the internal components of the chiller through the fan, which can damage internal components such as the compressor, water pump, and sensors, and affect the performance and reliability of the chiller. SUMMARY

[0004] The purpose of the present application is to provide a water collecting structure that effectively collects rainwater entering the fan and guides it to a collection device, preventing rainwater from entering the internal components of the water chiller, thereby improving the waterproof performance and reliability of the equipment. Another purpose of the present application is to provide a water chiller.

[0005] To achieve the above-mentioned purposes, the present application provides a water collecting structure, comprising a condensing fan, a condenser, and a collection device arranged in sequence, wherein the condenser has hydrophilic properties.

[0006] The condensing fan and the condenser are connected to form a water inlet channel of the water collecting structure, the condenser and the collection device are connected to form a water outlet channel of the water collecting structure, and the water inlet channel and the water outlet channel are connected.

[0007] In some embodiments, the condenser includes a cavity shell and a heat exchange mechanism, the water inlet channel and the water outlet channel are connected inside the cavity shell, and the heat exchange mechanism is arranged inside the cavity shell.

[0008] At least one of the cavity shell and the heat exchange mechanism is provided with a hydrophilic layer having hydrophilic properties.

[0009] In some embodiments, the cavity shell includes a side plate, and the side plate is arranged obliquely.

[0010] In some embodiments, the number of side plates is multiple, at least two side plates are arranged oppositely, and the spacing of the side plates in a direction perpendicular to the connection direction of the water inlet channel and the water outlet channel gradually decreases in the direction in which the water inlet channel leads to the water outlet channel.

[0011] In some embodiments, the collection device includes a water collecting tray and a drain pipe, the water collecting tray is located below the condenser, and the drain pipe is connected to the water collecting tray.

[0012] In some embodiments, the projection area of the outlet area of the condenser on the sump tray is entirely within the coverage of the water collection area of the sump tray.

[0013] In some embodiments, the sump tray is inclined, and in the inclined direction of the sump tray, the end of the sump tray away from the condenser is in communication with the drain pipe.

[0014] In some embodiments, the water collection structure further comprises a unit framework, and the condenser fan, the condenser, and the collection device are installed on the unit framework.

[0015] In some embodiments, the top of the unit framework is provided with an air inlet in communication with the water inlet channel, the bottom of the unit framework is provided with a drain outlet in communication with the drain channel, and the unit framework is provided with baffles combined to form an enclosure between the top and the bottom.

[0016] The application also provides a water chiller comprising the above-mentioned water collection structure.

[0017] With respect to the above background technology, the water collection structure provided by the application mainly comprises a condenser fan, a condenser, and a collection device arranged in sequence, the condenser has hydrophilic properties; the condenser fan and the condenser are in communication to form a water inlet channel of the water collection structure, the condenser and the collection device are in communication to form a drain channel of the water collection structure, and the water inlet channel and the drain channel are in communication.

[0018] The water collection structure provided by the application proposes an innovative solution to the problem of rainwater intrusion when the air-cooled water chiller is used outdoors. Through the carefully designed water inlet and drain channels, combined with the hydrophilic properties of the condenser, the structure effectively manages and collects rainwater.

[0019] The water collection structure is composed of a condenser fan, a condenser, and a collection device arranged in sequence. The hydrophilic properties of the condenser play a key role in this process, which can promote the condensation of rainwater into droplets or streams on its surface. This design takes advantage of the physical properties of the condenser to transform the intrusion of rainwater into a controllable collection process.

[0020] During the intrusion of rainwater, when rainwater enters through the fan, it is introduced into the water inlet channel and directly flows to the condenser. On the surface of the condenser, due to the hydrophilic properties, rainwater is adsorbed and flows along the surface. At this time, rainwater is collected in the water inlet channel and flows to the drain channel. Finally, the drain channel guides rainwater from the condenser to the collection device, completing the whole process of rainwater collection. This process effectively guides rainwater from the fan to the condenser, avoiding direct intrusion of rainwater into the unit.

[0021] The arrangement relationship of the condensing fan, the condenser and the collecting device is the core of the scheme, and the formed water inlet channel and the water outlet channel are used to collect and manage the rainwater. In particular, the hydrophilic effect of the condenser, because the condenser is located at the junction position of the water inlet channel and the water outlet channel, for the water inlet channel, the condenser is located downstream of the condensing fan, which has the advantage of being able to directly capture the rainwater brought by the fan, reducing the spread of rainwater in the unit, preventing damage to other devices. For the water outlet channel, the condenser is located upstream of the collecting device, which has the advantage of effectively transferring the collected rainwater, avoiding the accumulation and overflow of rainwater, and ensuring that the rainwater is safely guided into the collecting device.

[0022] In summary, the key role of the condenser in the water inlet channel and the water outlet channel is reflected in its hydrophilic property, which not only promotes the rapid collection of rainwater, but also ensures that the rainwater can be orderly guided from the fan to the collecting device, thereby preventing potential damage to internal devices of the water chiller unit and improving the waterproof performance and reliability of the entire unit. This design cleverly utilizes the physical properties of the condenser to turn potential damage factors into a mechanism that benefits the protection of the unit, embodying the innovation of the technical scheme of the present application.

[0023] In combination with the above structure and process description, it can be seen that the water collecting structure has at least the following beneficial effects: the water collecting structure can effectively collect the rainwater entering the fan and guide it to the collecting device, preventing rainwater from invading the internal devices of the water chiller unit, thereby improving the waterproof performance and reliability of the equipment. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0024] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application or the prior art, the following will briefly introduce the drawings needed to be used in the embodiment or prior art description. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are only embodiments of the present application, and other drawings can be obtained by those skilled in the art without creative labor on the basis of the provided drawings.

[0025] Figure 1 The schematic diagram of the water collecting structure provided by the embodiment of the present application in the first perspective view;

[0026] Figure 2 The schematic diagram of the water collecting structure provided by the embodiment of the present application in the second perspective view.

[0027] Wherein:

[0028] the water collecting structure 100,

[0029] the condensing fan 1,

[0030] the condenser 2, the cavity shell 21, the side plate 211,

[0031] Collecting device 3, water collecting tray 31, drain pipe 32,

[0032] Unit framework 4, air inlet 41, drain outlet 42, base 43, support beam 44, cross beam 45, top plate 46,

[0033] Fan cover 5, DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0034] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be described clearly and completely below with reference to the drawings in the embodiments of the present application. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present application, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by a person of ordinary skill in the art without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present application.

[0035] In order for those skilled in the art to better understand the solutions of the present application, the present application will be further described in detail below with reference to the drawings and specific embodiments.

[0036] Please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 , Figure 1 The schematic diagram of the water collecting structure provided by the embodiments of the present application in a first perspective, Figure 2 The schematic diagram of the water collecting structure provided by the embodiments of the present application in a second perspective.

[0037] In a first specific embodiment, the water collecting structure provided by the embodiments of the present application mainly includes a condensing fan 1, a condenser 2 and a collecting device 3 arranged in sequence, and the condenser 2 has hydrophilic property; the condensing fan 1 and the condenser 2 are communicated to form a water inlet passage of a water collecting structure 100, the condenser 2 and the collecting device 3 are communicated to form a drain passage of the water collecting structure 100, and the water inlet passage and the drain passage are communicated.

[0038] The water collecting structure provided by the present application proposes an innovative solution to the problem of rainwater intrusion when the air-cooled water chiller is used outdoors. Through the carefully designed water inlet and drain passages, combined with the hydrophilic property of the condenser 2, the effective management and collection of rainwater are realized.

[0039] The water collecting structure 100 is composed of the condensing fan 1, the condenser 2 and the collecting device 3 arranged in sequence. The hydrophilic property of the condenser 2 plays a key role in this process, which can promote the condensation of rainwater on its surface into water droplets or water flow. This design takes advantage of the physical properties of the condenser 2 to transform the intrusion of rainwater into a controllable collection process.

[0040] In the process of rainwater intrusion, when the rainwater enters through the fan, it is immediately introduced into the water inlet channel and directly flows to the condenser 2. On the surface of the condenser 2, due to the hydrophilic effect, the rainwater is adsorbed and flows along the surface. At this time, the rainwater collects in the water inlet channel and flows to the drainage channel. Finally, the drainage channel guides the rainwater from the condenser 2 to the collection device 3, completing the whole process of rainwater collection. This process effectively guides the rainwater from the fan to the condenser 2, avoiding direct intrusion of rainwater into the internal components of the unit.

[0041] The arrangement relationship of the condensing fan 1, the condenser 2 and the collection device 3 is the core of the present scheme. Through the formed water inlet channel and drainage channel, the collection and management of rainwater are realized. In particular, the hydrophilic effect of the condenser 2, because the condenser 2 is located at the junction position of the water inlet channel and the drainage channel. For the water inlet channel, the condenser 2 is located downstream of the condensing fan 1. The advantage is that it can directly capture the rainwater brought in by the fan, reduce the spread of rainwater in the unit, and prevent damage to other devices. For the drainage channel, the condenser 2 is located upstream of the collection device 3. The advantage is that it can effectively transfer the collected rainwater, avoid the accumulation and overflow of rainwater, and ensure that the rainwater is safely guided into the collection device 3.

[0042] In summary, the key role of the condenser 2 in the water inlet channel and the drainage channel is reflected in its hydrophilic property. It not only promotes the rapid collection of rainwater, but also ensures that the rainwater can be orderly guided from the fan to the collection device 3, thereby preventing potential damage to internal components of the water chiller unit and improving the waterproof performance and reliability of the entire unit. This design cleverly utilizes the physical properties of the condenser 2 to transform potential damage factors into a mechanism that benefits the protection of the unit, embodying the innovation of the present technical scheme.

[0043] In combination with the above structure and process description, it can be seen that the water collection structure 100 has at least the following beneficial effects: the water collection structure 100 can effectively collect the rainwater entering the fan and guide it to the collection device 3, preventing rainwater from intruding into the internal components of the water chiller unit, thereby improving the waterproof performance and reliability of the equipment.

[0044] In some embodiments, the condenser 2 includes a cavity shell 21 and a heat exchange mechanism, the water inlet channel and the drainage channel are communicated inside the cavity shell 21, and the heat exchange mechanism is arranged inside the cavity shell 21.

[0045] At least one of the cavity shell 21 and the heat exchange mechanism is provided with a hydrophilic layer having hydrophilic property.

[0046] In this embodiment, the condenser 2 is composed of a cavity shell 21 and a heat exchange mechanism. The design of the cavity shell 21 not only provides structural support but also has a guiding effect on rainwater. The water inlet channel and the drainage channel are connected inside the cavity shell 21, which ensures that the rainwater can flow effectively after entering the condenser 2 and be collected. The heat exchange mechanism is the core component of the condenser 2 that plays a condensing role. Through heat exchange with the cooling medium, it promotes the condensation of water vapor, thereby enhancing the cooling efficiency of the condenser.

[0047] In addition, at least one of the cavity shell 21 and the heat exchange mechanism is provided with a hydrophilic layer with hydrophilic properties. The hydrophilic layer can be arranged on the heat exchange mechanism, the cavity shell 21, or both. The presence of the hydrophilic layer can effectively promote the condensation of water, allowing rainwater to form droplets on the surface of the condenser 2, thereby enhancing the collection effect of rainwater. This design not only improves the working efficiency of the condenser 2 but also effectively prevents the invasion of rainwater into the internal components, further improving the waterproof performance and reliability of the equipment.

[0048] In some cases, the heat exchange mechanism can use heat exchange fins, which are arranged reasonably in the cavity shell 21. The design of the heat exchange fins aims to increase the surface area of the condenser 2, thereby improving the heat exchange efficiency. By arranging heat exchange fins inside the cavity shell 21, the heat exchange between the cooling medium and the air can be effectively enhanced, promoting the condensation process of water vapor. This layout not only optimizes the performance of the condenser but also improves the collection capacity of rainwater to some extent, further enhancing the overall working efficiency and reliability of the condenser 2.

[0049] In some cases, for example, by setting a hydrophilic layer on the heat exchange mechanism such as heat exchange fins, the surface of the heat exchange fins in the condenser 2 is covered with a hydrophilic layer that gives the fin surface a strong affinity for water, making it easy to wet. The quality of the hydrophilic property is usually measured by the contact angle (a angle) formed when water contacts the fin surface. Generally, when the contact angle of water on the fin surface is less than 35°, it indicates that the hydrophilic property is good. The smaller the a angle, the better the hydrophilic property, and vice versa.

[0050] By setting a hydrophilic layer on the heat exchange fins, the water in the hot air can spread more easily when it condenses into droplets on the fins and flows down the fins, effectively avoiding the formation of "bridges" between the droplets that can affect the ventilation effect of the condenser 2, thereby improving the heat exchange efficiency of the condenser. Under the premise of maintaining the same refrigeration capacity, this design can also save electricity consumption. In addition, the general hydrophilic fins on the market not only have good hydrophilic properties but also have high corrosion resistance, further optimizing the performance of the condenser 2.

[0051] The hydrophilic layer is usually achieved by special process treatment on the surface of the fin, such as coating a layer of hydrophilic material containing polar groups. These polar groups, such as hydroxyl, carboxyl, amino, sulfonic acid group, etc., are easy to form hydrogen bonds with water molecules, thus showing hydrophilicity. Hydrophilicity has important significance in material science and practical application, especially in the fields of air conditioning, heat exchange, etc. The application of hydrophilic fin can significantly improve the efficiency and performance of the equipment. At the same time, the characteristics of hydrophilicity also make the fin have advantages in processes that require good contact with water or water phase treatment.

[0052] In some embodiments, the cavity shell 21 comprises side plates 211, which are arranged obliquely.

[0053] In this embodiment, this design enhances the guiding effect of the cavity shell 21 on rainwater, mainly through the flow of rainwater along the side plates 211. The oblique feature of the side plates 211 is beneficial to promote the downward flow of rainwater along the side plates 211, thereby more effectively guiding the rainwater from the water inlet channel to the drainage channel.

[0054] This embodiment does not limit the specific oblique form of the side plates 211, such as the angle of inclination and other parameters, which means that the oblique feature of the side plates 211 can be flexibly adjusted according to actual application requirements and structural design to achieve the best rainwater guiding effect. This design not only enhances the collection effect of the condenser 2 on rainwater, but also helps to improve the waterproof performance and reliability of the entire water collection structure 100.

[0055] In some embodiments, the number of side plates 211 is multiple, and at least two side plates 211 are arranged oppositely, and the distance between the side plates 211 in the direction perpendicular to the communication direction of the water inlet channel and the drainage channel gradually decreases in the direction from the water inlet channel to the drainage channel.

[0056] In this embodiment, the number of side plates 211 is two, and the distance between the side plates 211 in the radial direction gradually decreases. Figure 1 and Figure 2 Taking the shown orientation as an example, the direction from the water inlet channel to the drainage channel is vertically downward, which is consistent with the natural flow direction of rainwater under the action of gravity, and can be regarded as the axial direction of the water inlet channel and the drainage channel. The direction perpendicular to the axial direction is the radial direction, therefore, the distance between the side plates 211 gradually decreases in the radial direction. This design makes the shape of the condenser 2 similar to a V-shaped structure, especially the cavity shell 21 presents a V-shaped feature, and the opening thereof gradually decreases from top to bottom.

[0057] With such an arrangement of the condenser 2, the V-shaped structure design enhances the guiding effect of rainwater. After entering the water inlet channel, part of the rainwater directly flows downward along the side plates 211, and part of the rainwater condenses on the heat exchange mechanism and flows downward along the heat exchange mechanism. The rainwater on the heat exchange mechanism can also flow downward along the side plates 211 after contacting the side plates 211. Due to the gradually decreasing radial distance between the side plates 211, the rainwater flow path is also concentrated, and finally converges in the drainage channel. This V-shaped structure not only improves the efficiency of rainwater collection, but also helps to reduce the stagnation and diffusion of rainwater inside the condenser 2, thereby reducing the risk of damage to the internal components of the condenser 2, further improving the waterproof performance and reliability of the water collection structure 100.

[0058] In some embodiments, the collection device 3 includes a water collection tray 31 and a drain pipe 32, the water collection tray 31 is located below the condenser 2, and the drain pipe 32 is in communication with the water collection tray 31.

[0059] In this embodiment, such a layout allows the rainwater collected by the condenser 2 to flow directly into the water collection tray 31, facilitating centralized management of rainwater. The drain pipe 32 is in communication with the water collection tray 31, ensuring that the rainwater collected from the condenser 2 can be smoothly discharged through the drain pipe 32, thereby avoiding the accumulation of rainwater in the water collection tray 31 and ensuring that rainwater can be continuously and effectively discharged from the water collection structure 100.

[0060] This design not only improves the efficiency of rainwater collection and discharge, but also reduces the potential damage risk of rainwater to the condenser 2 and the entire water chiller unit. Through effective rainwater discharge, the combination of the water collection tray 31 and the drain pipe 32 helps to maintain the dry state of the water collection structure 100, thereby protecting the internal components of the water chiller unit from moisture and corrosion, enhancing the stability and durability of the entire system.

[0061] The water collection structure 100 effectively manages and discharges rainwater entering through the condenser fan 1. Rainwater flows into the water collection tray 31 under the guidance of the condenser 2 and the side plates 211, achieving collection at this location. Due to the design and location of the water collection tray 31, rainwater cannot diffuse, spread and overflow randomly in the water collection structure 100, but is effectively managed. This way of centralized management of rainwater avoids potential damage to internal components of the water chiller unit, which may be located below the water collection tray 31 or beside the water collection tray 31, and the specific location is not limited in this embodiment. The rainwater collected by the water collection tray 31 is finally discharged in an orderly manner through the drain pipe 32, further ensuring that rainwater does not cause damage to any part of the water chiller unit, thereby protecting the stability and reliability of the entire system.

[0062] In some embodiments, the projection area of the outlet region of the condenser 2 on the water collecting tray 31 is entirely within the coverage of the water collecting region of the water collecting tray 31.

[0063] In the present embodiment, such a design ensures that all the rainwater flowing out of the condenser 2 can be fully collected by the water collecting tray 31, avoiding the situation that rainwater is missed outside the water collecting tray 31.

[0064] Further optimizing the design of the water collecting tray 31, it can be designed in the form of a closed side and an open top. This design allows the bottom of the condenser 2 to fully extend into the interior of the water collecting tray 31 through the open top of the water collecting tray 31, thereby improving the effect of comprehensive rainwater collection. This structure not only ensures that rainwater can be effectively collected and managed, but also prevents rainwater from causing damage to internal devices below or around the condenser 2, enhancing the waterproof performance and reliability of the entire water collecting structure 100. In this way, rainwater is safely guided to the drain pipe 32, achieving effective drainage and protecting the water chiller from rainwater erosion.

[0065] Specifically, the complete coverage of the water collecting tray 31 to the condenser 2 can be an implementation in which the size of the water collecting tray 31 in the length direction and the width direction is greater than the corresponding size of the condenser 2.

[0066] In some embodiments, the water collecting tray 31 is arranged obliquely, and in the oblique direction of the water collecting tray 31, the end of the water collecting tray 31 away from the condenser 2 is in communication with the drain pipe 32.

[0067] In the present embodiment, the water collecting tray 31 is designed to be arranged obliquely, which is conducive to the flow and collection of rainwater. Specifically, the oblique direction of the water collecting tray 31 is carefully designed so that the end away from the condenser 2 is in communication with the drain pipe 32. Such a design allows rainwater to flow naturally along the inclined angle after flowing into the water collecting tray 31, and then converge and flow to the end connected to the drain pipe 32.

[0068] Through such an oblique arrangement, the water collecting tray 31 not only improves the efficiency of rainwater collection, but also reduces the stagnation time of rainwater in the water collecting tray 31, thereby reducing the risk of rainwater overflow or backflow. At the same time, this design also simplifies the transfer process of rainwater from the water collecting tray 31 to the drain pipe 32, ensuring that rainwater can be continuously and smoothly drained, effectively avoiding the accumulation of rainwater and the possible damage to internal devices of the water chiller. The use of such a water collecting tray 31 in combination with the drain pipe 32 further enhances the practicality and reliability of the water collecting structure 100.

[0069] In some embodiments, the water collecting structure 100 further comprises a unit framework 4, and the condenser fan 1, the condenser 2 and the collecting device 3 are installed on the unit framework 4.

[0070] In this embodiment, the water collection structure 100 further includes a unit framework 4, which is used to install key components such as the condensing fan 1, the condenser 2, and the collection device 3. The unit framework 4 serves as a support frame for the entire water collection structure 100, ensuring that the condensing fan 1, the condenser 2, and the collection device 3 can be stably installed and correctly work together.

[0071] With the arrangement of the unit framework 4, the positional relationship of the condensing fan 1, the condenser 2, and the collection device 3 is clear, which helps to optimize the collection and discharge path of rainwater, ensuring that rainwater can flow smoothly from the condensing fan 1 to the condenser 2, and finally collect in the collection device 3 and be discharged. The design of the unit framework 4 also considers the convenience of maintenance and repair, making the inspection and maintenance of each component easier to perform.

[0072] In addition, the design of the unit framework 4 also helps to protect the condensing fan 1, the condenser 2, and the collection device 3 from the external environment, such as preventing rainwater from directly entering or other potential physical damage, thereby improving the stability and durability of the entire water chiller unit. The introduction of the unit framework 4 makes the water collection structure 100 a highly integrated, compact, and easy-to-operate system, effectively solving the problem of rainwater intrusion faced by air-cooled water chiller units in outdoor environments.

[0073] In some embodiments, the top of the unit framework 4 is provided with an air inlet 41 communicating with the water inlet channel, and the bottom of the unit framework 4 is provided with a drainage outlet 42 communicating with the drainage channel, and the unit framework 4 is provided with baffles combined to form a fence between the top and the bottom.

[0074] In this embodiment, the design of the unit framework 4 includes the air inlet 41 at the top and the drainage outlet 42 at the bottom, which respectively communicate with the water inlet channel and the drainage channel. Such a design allows rainwater to enter the unit framework 4 only through the air inlet 41 and eventually be discharged through the drainage outlet 42. The unit framework 4 is also provided with baffles combined to form a fence between the top and the bottom, which together form a closed space specifically for accommodating the condensing fan 1, the condenser 2, and the collection device 3.

[0075] The baffle not only enhances the integrity of the water collection structure 100, but also ensures that the space where the condensing fan 1, the condenser 2, and the collection device 3 are located is effectively enclosed. This enclosed design strictly controls the flow of rainwater within the predetermined path, preventing the rainwater from randomly spreading to other parts of the water chiller unit, thereby protecting the internal components from rainwater erosion. In this way, rainwater can only follow the designed path, enter through the air inlet 41 and pass through the condensing fan 1, then be collected by the condenser 2, and finally be discharged through the collection device 3, achieving effective management and discharge of rainwater. This design improves the waterproof performance of the water collection structure 100, ensuring the stable operation of the water chiller unit in outdoor environments.

[0076] In this embodiment, the unit framework 4 is composed of a base 43, support beams 44, cross beams 45, and a top plate 46, forming a stable structural framework. The top plate 46 is located on the upper side of the unit framework 4, while the base 43 is located on the lower side, both of which are connected with the vertically arranged support beams 44, the ends of which are connected with the top plate 46 and the base 43 respectively, providing vertical stability for the entire unit framework 4. The cross beams 45 are arranged horizontally, with their ends connected to adjacent support beams 44, enhancing the horizontal stability of the unit framework 4 and forming a spatial framework of the unit framework 4 together with the support beams 44.

[0077] Such a structural design not only ensures the stable installation of key components such as the condensing fan 1, the condenser 2, and the collection device 3, but also forms a closed space through the cooperation of the top plate 46 and the base 43, and the connection of the support beams 44 and the cross beams 45, effectively guiding rainwater to the predetermined path. The top plate 46 and the base 43 serve as the top and bottom of the unit framework 4 respectively, together with the support beams 44 and the cross beams 45, providing necessary protection for the condensing fan 1, the condenser 2, and the collection device 3, preventing damage to these sensitive components caused by rainwater and the external environment. This structural design improves the stability and reliability of the water collection structure 100, while optimizing the efficiency of rainwater collection and discharge.

[0078] Specifically, the air inlet 41 is arranged on the top plate 46, and the water outlet 42 is arranged on the base 43.

[0079] In some embodiments, the water collection structure 100 also includes a fan cover 5, which is also located at the air inlet 41, and its main function is to protect the condensing fan 1.

[0080] By arranging the fan cover 5 at the air inlet 41, the condensing fan 1 can be better protected during operation, reducing the risk of failure caused by environmental factors. At the same time, the design of the fan cover 5 also allows air to circulate, ensuring that the condensing fan 1 can normally inhale air for heat exchange without being hindered by the fan cover 5.

[0081] In some embodiments, the number of support beams 44 is four, and the four support beams 44 are distributed at four corners of the base 43 and the top plate 46. The number of cross beams 45 is four, and the four cross beams 45 are distributed at four sides of the base 43 and the top plate 46.

[0082] In particular, the water collecting tray 31 is mounted on a set of oppositely arranged cross beams 45, and the cross beams 45 provide support for the water collecting tray 31. For the technical solution of the inclined arrangement of the water collecting tray 31, the staggered implementation of the cross beams 45 can be achieved, and the communication position of the drain pipe 32 with the water collecting tray 31 is on the side of the lower cross beam 45.

[0083] The application also provides a water chiller, which comprises the water collecting structure 100.

[0084] The water chiller comprises the water collecting structure 100, and has all the beneficial technical effects of the water collecting structure 100.

[0085] Specifically, the water chiller can effectively manage and discharge the rainwater entering through the condensing fan 1 by integrating the water collecting structure 100, thereby reducing the risk of damage to the internal components of the water chiller. The design of the water collecting structure 100 allows the rainwater to be collected at the water collecting tray 31, avoiding the spread, diffusion and overflow of the rainwater inside the water chiller, and effectively managing the rainwater to protect the internal components of the water chiller.

[0086] In addition, the water collecting structure 100 in the water chiller further comprises the unit frame 4, on which the condensing fan 1, the condenser 2 and the collecting device 3 are mounted, further enhancing the guiding and collecting efficiency of the rainwater. The enclosure design of the unit frame 4 allows the rainwater to enter only through the air inlet 41 and finally exit through the drain 42, improving the waterproof performance. The fan cover 5 provides additional protection for the condensing fan 1, preventing damage caused by external factors.

[0087] In summary, the water chiller provided by the application has the beneficial technical effects of improving the waterproof performance of the equipment, protecting the internal components, enhancing the stability and durability, etc., due to the design of the water collecting structure 100, making it more suitable for use in outdoor environments, reducing maintenance costs and improving operating efficiency.

[0088] In some cases, the water chiller also comprises an evaporator, a compressor, an electronic expansion valve, an expansion tank, a water pump and other components, and the integration of the water collecting structure 100 has a significant impact on the waterproof effect of these components.

[0089] The water collection structure 100 effectively collects and manages the rainwater entering the unit through the coordinated work of the condensing fan 1, the condenser 2 and the collection device 3, reducing the direct impact and potential damage of rainwater on the devices below the evaporator, etc. Rainwater is guided to the water collection tray 31 and finally discharged through the drain pipe 32, avoiding rainwater accumulation and overflow, thereby protecting the evaporator, compressor and other devices below.

[0090] The enclosure design of the unit framework 4, including the air inlet 41 and the drain port 42, and the enclosed space formed, further prevents rainwater from entering the cold water unit at will, especially protecting devices such as electronic expansion valves, expansion tanks and water pumps located beside and below the water collection tray 31. This design ensures that rainwater can only flow along the predetermined path, reducing the risk of damage to these sensitive devices.

[0091] In summary, the integration of the water collection structure 100 in the cold water unit provides comprehensive waterproofing effects, protecting key devices such as evaporators, compressors, electronic expansion valves, expansion tanks, water pumps, etc. from rainwater erosion, thereby improving the stability and reliability of the entire cold water unit, prolonging its service life, and reducing maintenance costs caused by rainwater intrusion.

[0092] It should be noted that many components mentioned in this application are general standard components or components known to those skilled in the art, the structure and principle of which can be known by the technical personnel through technical manual or through conventional experimental method.

[0093] It should be noted that in this specification, relational terms such as first and second are used only to distinguish one entity from another entity, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between the entities.

[0094] The water collection structure and cold water unit provided by the present application are described in detail above. The principles and implementation methods of the present application are described by applying specific examples in this paper, and the above example descriptions are only used to help understand the method and its core idea. It should be noted that for ordinary skilled persons in the technical field, some improvements and modifications can be made to the present application without departing from the principles of the present application, and these improvements and modifications also fall within the protection scope of the claims of the present application.

Claims

1. A water collection structure, characterized in that, It includes a condensing fan, a condenser, and a collection device arranged in sequence, wherein the condenser is hydrophilic; The condenser fan and the condenser are connected to form the water inlet channel of the water collection structure, and the condenser and the collection device are connected to form the drainage channel of the water collection structure. The water inlet channel and the drainage channel are connected. The condenser includes a cavity and a heat exchange mechanism. The water inlet channel and the drain channel are connected inside the cavity. The heat exchange mechanism is located inside the cavity. At least one of the cavity shell and the heat exchange mechanism is provided with a hydrophilic layer; The cavity shell includes a side plate, which is inclined. The collection device includes a water collection tray and a drain pipe. The water collection tray is located below the condenser, and the drain pipe is connected to the water collection tray.

2. The water collection structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of side plates is multiple, with at least two side plates arranged opposite each other. In the direction from the water inlet channel to the drainage channel, the spacing between the side plates gradually decreases in the direction perpendicular to the connection between the water inlet channel and the drainage channel.

3. The water collection structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The projection area of ​​the condenser's outlet region onto the water collection pan is completely within the coverage area of ​​the water collection pan.

4. The water collection structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water collection tray is inclined, and in the direction of inclination of the water collection tray, the end of the water collection tray away from the condenser is connected to the drain pipe.

5. The water collection structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a unit frame on which the condenser fan, the condenser, and the collection device are mounted.

6. The water collection structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The top of the unit frame is provided with an air inlet communicating with the water inlet channel, and the bottom of the unit frame is provided with a drain outlet communicating with the drainage channel. The unit frame is provided with a baffle that is combined to form an enclosure between the top and bottom.

7. A chiller unit, characterized in that, Includes the water collection structure as described in any one of claims 1 to 6.

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