Cooler

By designing a multi-layer flow channel and heat sink fin structure in the cooler, the problem of uneven temperature of the liquid-cooled radiator is solved, the heat exchange efficiency is improved, and the cooler is compact and miniaturized.

CN222235399UActive Publication Date: 2024-12-24NINGBO TUOPU GROUP CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202420972745.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-05-08
Publication Date
2024-12-24
Estimated Expiration
2034-05-08

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Technical Problem

The single-layer flow path of existing liquid-cooled radiators leads to uneven temperatures and low heat exchange efficiency.

Method used

A cooler is designed, including a thermally conductive base and a shell. The coolant enters the heat exchange chamber through the inlet flow channel and diffuses to the left and right sides. The liquid-out flow channel is located inside, and the shell is connected to the top of the thermally conductive base, which increases the heat dissipation wings. The contact area and installation stability of the sheet are used to improve the flow smoothness of the coolant and heat exchange efficiency with multiple spaced heat dissipation fins and spoiler columns.

Benefits of technology

It achieves uniformity of heat dissipation temperature, improves heat exchange efficiency, reduces the overall volume of the cooler, is suitable for miniaturization, and simplifies the structure and use process of the cooler.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a cooler which comprises a heat conduction base and a shell, the heat conduction base is attached to a heating element and used for guiding out heat of the heating element, the shell is connected to the top of the heat conduction base, and the shell is provided with a liquid inlet flow channel used for allowing cooling liquid to flow in and a liquid outlet flow channel used for allowing the cooling liquid to flow out. The liquid inlet flow channel is arranged on the inner side of the liquid outlet flow channel through a partition plate, a heat exchange cavity used for heat exchange of cooling liquid is formed in the heat conduction base, the middle of the heat exchange cavity is communicated with the liquid inlet flow channel, the left side and the right side of the heat exchange cavity are communicated with the liquid outlet flow channel, and a plurality of cooling fins arranged at intervals are arranged in the heat exchange cavity. And the cooling liquid flows through the space between the adjacent radiating fins. According to the cooler, the heat dissipation temperature can be uniform, and the heat exchange efficiency is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of vehicle heat dissipation, in particular to a cooler. Background Art

[0002] With the demand for energy conservation and emission reduction, as well as the control of air pollution, new energy vehicles are gradually being commercialized in the market, and electric vehicles are the main force of new energy vehicles. The power module in the motor controller will produce losses during operation, which will increase the temperature of the module chip. Excessive temperature will affect the efficiency and service life of the module. Therefore, a radiator needs to be installed to take away the heat generated by the module. At present, most of the radiators on the market use water-cooled radiators. The quality of the radiator structure design directly affects the heat dissipation effect of the module. The Chinese patent (CN219499857U) discloses a liquid-cooled radiator, the radiator flow channel is a single-layer flow channel, one side inlet and one outlet, the temperature is uneven, resulting in low heat exchange efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by the utility model is that the temperature of a single-layer flow channel is uneven, resulting in low heat exchange efficiency. In order to overcome the defects of the above prior art, the utility model provides a cooler.

[0004] The utility model provides a cooler, comprising a heat-conducting base and a shell, wherein the heat-conducting base is attached to a heating element and is used to conduct heat of the heating element, the shell is connected to the top of the heat-conducting base, the shell is provided with a liquid inlet channel for cooling liquid to flow in and a liquid outlet channel for cooling liquid to flow out, the liquid inlet channel is arranged on the inner side of the liquid outlet channel through a partition, a heat exchange cavity for cooling liquid heat exchange is arranged in the heat-conducting base, the middle part of the heat exchange cavity is communicated with the liquid inlet channel, the left and right sides of the heat exchange cavity are communicated with the liquid outlet channel, a plurality of heat dissipation fins arranged at intervals are arranged in the heat exchange cavity, and the coolant flows through between adjacent heat dissipation fins.

[0005] Compared with the prior art, a cooler in the present application has the following advantages: when the cooler is working, the coolant is introduced into the heat exchange chamber from the liquid inlet channel, the coolant diffuses from the middle of the heat exchange chamber to the left and right sides, and then flows out from the liquid outlet channel, that is, the coolant diffuses from the inside to the outside, so that the heat dissipation temperature is uniform and the heat exchange efficiency is improved. At the same time, the liquid inlet channel is located on the inner side of the liquid outlet channel, and the shell is connected to the top of the heat-conducting base, so that the upper and lower layers are arranged, that is, the structure of the cooler is compact, the overall volume of the cooler is reduced, and it is conducive to the miniaturization development of the cooler.

[0006] In a possible implementation manner, a liquid inlet and a liquid outlet are provided on the top of the shell, the liquid inlet is communicated with the liquid inlet channel, and the liquid outlet is communicated with the liquid outlet channel.

[0007] Compared with the prior art, the above technical solution can facilitate the introduction of coolant into the cooler, making it convenient to use.

[0008] In a possible implementation manner, a mounting groove is provided on the heat-conducting base, and the mounting groove is used for the heat dissipation fin to be installed and inserted.

[0009] Compared with the prior art, the above technical solution can realize the installation of the heat dissipation fins and facilitate disassembly and assembly.

[0010] In a possible implementation, the heat dissipation fins include a heat dissipation plate, a plurality of first spoiler columns are provided on one side of the heat dissipation plate, the first spoiler columns are perpendicular to the heat dissipation plate and abut against adjacent heat dissipation plates, and the coolant flows through the first spoiler columns.

[0011] Compared with the prior art, the above technical solution can increase the contact area between the coolant and the heat sink fins, improve the heat exchange effect, and at the same time support the heat sink fins to improve the installation stability of the heat sink fins.

[0012] In a possible implementation manner, a recess for inserting the first spoiler column is provided on the other side of the heat dissipation plate, and the depth of the recess is smaller than the length of the first spoiler column.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the above technical solution can improve the setting stability of the heat sink.

[0014] In a possible implementation manner, the first spoiler column is a cylinder.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the above technical solution can facilitate the smooth flow of the coolant.

[0016] In a possible implementation manner, a plurality of second spoiler columns are provided in the liquid outlet channel.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the above technical solution can disturb the flow of the coolant and enhance the heat exchange efficiency.

[0018] In a possible implementation manner, a mounting hole is provided at the bottom of the thermally conductive base.

[0019] Compared with the prior art, the above technical solution can improve the installation stability of the heat-conducting base. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0020] Figure 1 It is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 The cross section of the utility model Figure 1 ;

[0022] Figure 3 The cross section of the utility model Figure 2 ;

[0023] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the shell;

[0024] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the heat dissipation fin;

[0025] Description of reference numerals:

[0026] 1. Heat-conducting base; 11. Heat exchange cavity; 12. Mounting groove; 2. Shell; 21. Liquid inlet channel; 22. Liquid outlet channel; 23. Liquid inlet; 24. Liquid outlet; 3. Heat dissipation fins; 31. Heat dissipation plate; 32. First spoiler column; 33. Pit; 4. Second spoiler column; 5. Mounting hole; 6. Partition. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0027] First, those skilled in the art should understand that these implementations are only used to explain the technical principles of the embodiments of the present application, and are not intended to limit the protection scope of the embodiments of the present application. Those skilled in the art can make adjustments to them as needed to adapt to specific application scenarios.

[0028] In the description of the embodiments of the present application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "connection" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be directly connected or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the embodiments of the present application can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0029] In the embodiments of the present application, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, a first feature being "above" or "below" a second feature may mean that the first and second features are in direct contact, or the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. Moreover, a first feature being "above", "above" or "above" a second feature may mean that the first feature is directly above or obliquely above the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. A first feature being "below", "below" or "below" a second feature may mean that the first feature is directly below or obliquely below the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0030] The flow channels of radiators currently on the market are generally single-layer flow channels, with one side for inlet and one side for outlet, resulting in uneven temperature and low heat exchange efficiency.

[0031] The present application is further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0032] See also Figures 1 to 5The embodiment of the present application discloses a cooler, comprising a heat-conducting base 1 and a shell 2, wherein the heat-conducting base 1 is attached to a heating element and is used to conduct heat from the heating element, the shell 2 is connected to the top of the heat-conducting base 1, and the shell 2 is provided with an inlet channel 21 for cooling liquid to flow in and an outlet channel 22 for cooling liquid to flow out, the inlet channel 21 is arranged on the inner side of the outlet channel 22 through a partition 6, and the partition 6 is integrally arranged on the shell 2, and a heat exchange chamber 11 for cooling liquid heat exchange is provided in the heat-conducting base 1, the middle part of the heat exchange chamber 11 is connected to the inlet channel 21, and the left and right sides of the heat exchange chamber 11 are connected to the outlet channel 22, and a plurality of heat dissipation fins 3 arranged at intervals are provided in the heat exchange chamber 11, and the coolant flows through adjacent heat dissipation fins 3.

[0033] As can be known from the above, when the cooler is working, the coolant flows into the heat exchange chamber 11 from the liquid inlet channel 21, diffuses from the middle of the heat exchange chamber 11 to the left and right sides, and then flows out from the liquid outlet channel 22, that is, the coolant diffuses from the inside to the outside, so that the heat dissipation temperature is uniform and the heat exchange efficiency is improved. At the same time, the liquid inlet channel 21 is located on the inner side of the liquid outlet channel 22, and the shell 2 is connected to the top of the heat conductive base 1, so that the upper and lower layers are arranged, that is, the structure of the cooler is compact, the overall volume of the cooler is reduced, and it is conducive to the miniaturization development of the cooler.

[0034] Continue to see Figures 1 to 3 In this embodiment, a liquid inlet 23 and a liquid outlet 24 are provided on the top of the shell 2. The liquid inlet 23 is connected to the liquid inlet channel 21, and the liquid outlet 24 is connected to the liquid outlet channel 22, thereby facilitating the introduction of coolant into the cooler for convenient use.

[0035] Continue to see Figure 2 and Figure 3 In this embodiment, the heat-conducting base 1 is provided with a mounting groove 12, and the mounting groove 12 is for the heat dissipation fin 3 to be installed and inserted, thereby enabling the installation of the heat dissipation fin 3 and facilitating assembly and disassembly.

[0036] Continue to see Figures 2 to 4 In this embodiment, the heat dissipation fin 3 includes a heat dissipation plate 31, and a plurality of first spoiler columns 32 are integrally provided on one side of the heat dissipation plate 31. The first spoiler columns 32 are perpendicular to the heat dissipation plate 31 and abut against the adjacent heat dissipation plate 31. The coolant flows through the first spoiler columns 32, thereby increasing the contact area between the coolant and the heat dissipation fin 3, improving the heat exchange effect, and supporting the heat dissipation fin 3, thereby improving the installation stability of the heat dissipation fin 3. A pit 33 for inserting the first spoiler column 32 is provided on the other side of the heat dissipation plate 31, and the depth of the pit 33 is less than the length of the first spoiler column 32. The first spoiler column 32 is a cylinder. The heat dissipation fin 3 is integrally formed by sheet metal stamping.

[0037] Continue to see Figures 2 to 4 In this embodiment, a plurality of second spoiler columns 4 are provided in the liquid outlet channel 22. The second spoiler columns 4 are integrally arranged on the shell 2, thereby being able to turbulent the coolant and enhancing the heat exchange efficiency.

[0038] Continue to see Figure 1 In this embodiment, a mounting hole 5 is provided at the bottom of the thermally conductive base 1 , thereby improving the mounting stability of the thermally conductive base 1 .

[0039] In the description of the embodiments of the present application, it should be noted that in the description of the present application, terms such as "inside" and "outside" indicating directions or positional relationships are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the drawings. This is only for the convenience of description, and does not indicate or imply that the device or component must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, it cannot be understood as a limitation on the present application.

[0040] In the description of the present application, the description with reference to the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "in the present embodiment", "specific example", or "some examples" etc. means that the specific features, mechanisms, materials or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present application. In this specification, the schematic representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, mechanisms, materials or characteristics described may be combined in a suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples. In addition, those skilled in the art may combine and combine the different embodiments or examples described in this specification and the features of the different embodiments or examples, without contradiction.

[0041] The above is only a specific implementation of the present application, but the protection scope of the present application is not limited thereto. Any changes or substitutions that can be easily thought of by a person skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present application should be included in the protection scope of the present application. Therefore, the protection scope of the present application shall be based on the protection scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A cooler, characterized in that: The invention comprises a heat-conducting base (1) and a shell (2), wherein the heat-conducting base (1) is attached to a heating element and is used to conduct heat away from the heating element, and the shell (2) is connected to the top of the heat-conducting base (1). The shell (2) is provided with an inlet channel (21) for cooling liquid to flow in and an outlet channel (22) for cooling liquid to flow out, and the inlet channel (21) is arranged on the inner side of the outlet channel (22) through a partition (6). A heat exchange chamber (11) for heat exchange of cooling liquid is provided in the heat-conducting base (1), the middle part of the heat exchange chamber (11) is connected to the inlet channel (21), and the left and right sides of the heat exchange chamber (11) are connected to the outlet channel (22). A plurality of heat dissipation fins (3) arranged at intervals are provided in the heat exchange chamber (11), and the cooling liquid flows between adjacent heat dissipation fins (3).

2. The cooler according to claim 1, characterized in that A liquid inlet (23) and a liquid outlet (24) are provided on the top of the shell (2); the liquid inlet (23) is in communication with the liquid inlet channel (21), and the liquid outlet (24) is in communication with the liquid outlet channel (22).

3. The cooler according to claim 1, characterized in that The heat-conducting base (1) is provided with a mounting groove (12), and the mounting groove (12) is used for the heat dissipation fins (3) to be installed and inserted.

4. The cooler according to claim 1, characterized in that The heat dissipation fin (3) comprises a heat dissipation plate (31), one side of the heat dissipation plate (31) is provided with a plurality of first spoiler columns (32), the first spoiler columns (32) are perpendicular to the heat dissipation plate (31) and abut against adjacent heat dissipation plates (31), and the coolant flows through the first spoiler columns (32).

5. The cooler according to claim 4, characterized in that The other side of the heat dissipation plate (31) is provided with a recess (33) for the first spoiler column (32) to be inserted, and the depth of the recess (33) is smaller than the length of the first spoiler column (32).

6. The cooler according to claim 4, characterized in that The first spoiler column (32) is a cylinder.

7. The cooler according to claim 1, characterized in that A plurality of second flow-disturbing columns (4) are arranged in the liquid outlet channel (22).

8. The cooler according to claim 1, characterized in that The bottom of the heat-conducting base (1) is provided with a mounting hole (5).