Cold plate joint

Abstract

The cold plate connector comprises a first connector body and a second connector body, the first connector body is provided with a first connector part and a first insertion rod part which communicate with each other, the first connector part is sleeved with a first sealing ring, and the first connector part is used for being matched with a first pipe connector in an inserted mode and assembled and sealed through the first sealing ring; the second joint is provided with a second joint part and a second inserting rod part which are communicated with each other, the second joint part is sleeved with a second sealing ring, and the second joint part is used for being matched with a second pipe joint in an inserting mode and assembled and sealed through the second sealing ring; wherein the first insertion rod part can be inserted into the second insertion rod part and is connected and sealed with the second insertion rod part, and the insertion depth of the first insertion rod part when the first insertion rod part is inserted into the second insertion rod part can be adjusted. Therefore, the cold plate connector can be suitable for connection and communication between two cold plates at different intervals, the application range of the cold plate connector can be expanded, and operation of a user is facilitated.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field related to the conduction of coolant between cold plates, and particularly relates to a cold plate joint. Background Technique

[0002] A pipe joint, specifically a reliable joint structure that saves space, has good sealing effect and high compatibility, belongs to the field of connectors. With the diversified development of new energy vehicles, there are many types and specifications of commonly used cooling water pipes and joints. In order to achieve the cooling effect, the space occupied in the battery pack is very large, and targeted improvements are needed. Among them, different battery pack designs involve multiple types of pipe joints. In many cases, the distances between cold plates are different, and it is necessary to develop joints of the same specification but different lengths. Therefore, it is particularly necessary to design a joint that can adjust its length to be applicable to the connection and communication between cold plates with different distances. Content of the Utility Model

[0003] In view of this, it is necessary to provide a cold plate joint for solving the above technical problems.

[0004] A cold plate joint is applied to a battery pack and is used to connect and communicate a first pipe joint and a second pipe joint in the battery pack. The first pipe joint and the second pipe joint are arranged on two adjacent cold plates in the battery pack. The cold plate joint includes:

[0005] A first joint, which has a first joint part and a first plug part that are interconnected. A first sealing ring is sleeved on the first joint part. The first joint part is used for plugging and cooperating with the first pipe joint. Moreover, the first joint part and the first pipe joint are assembled and sealed through the first sealing ring.

[0006] A second joint, which has a second joint part and a second plug part that are interconnected. A second sealing ring is sleeved on the second joint part. The second joint part is used for plugging and cooperating with the second pipe joint. Moreover, the second joint part and the second pipe joint are assembled and sealed through the second sealing ring.

[0007] Wherein, the first plug part can be inserted into the second plug part and connected and sealed with the second plug part, so that the first joint and the second joint are connected and communicated. And the insertion depth when the first plug part is inserted into the second plug part can be adjusted, and the distance between the first joint part and the second joint part can be adjusted.

[0008] It can be understood that through the above structural settings, the length of the cold plate joint can be adjusted by adjusting the insertion depth when the first insertion rod portion is inserted into the second insertion rod portion. In this way, the cold plate joint can be applied to the connection and communication between two cold plates with different spacings, which not only expands the applicable range of the cold plate joint, but also facilitates the operation of the user. In addition, the sealing performance of the connection between two adjacent cold plates during the assembly and application of the cold plate joint is ensured.

[0009] In one embodiment, a third sealing ring is installed in the second insertion rod portion;

[0010] When the first insertion rod portion is inserted into the second insertion rod portion, the third sealing ring is compressed and undergoes elastic deformation to limit the first insertion rod portion to the second insertion rod portion.

[0011] It can be understood that by using the elastic deformation that occurs when the third sealing ring is compressed, on the one hand, the sealing performance of the assembly between the first insertion rod portion and the second insertion rod portion can be ensured, and on the other hand, it can also play a role in limiting the assembly between the first insertion rod portion and the second insertion rod portion.

[0012] In one embodiment, the number of the third sealing rings is configured to be multiple, and the multiple third sealing rings are arranged at intervals in the axial direction of the second insertion rod portion.

[0013] It can be understood that through the above structural settings, the sealing performance and stability of the assembly between the first insertion rod portion and the second insertion rod portion can be further improved.

[0014] In one embodiment, a limiting hook is provided on the first insertion rod portion, and a limiting stop is provided on the second insertion rod portion. A position interference can be formed between the limiting hook and the limiting stop to prevent the first insertion rod portion from detaching from the second insertion rod portion.

[0015] It can be understood that through the above structural settings, the first joint can be prevented from detaching from the second joint, and the overall structure of the cold plate joint can be made integral.

[0016] In one embodiment, a guiding inclined surface is provided on the limiting hook and / or the limiting stop, and the guiding inclined surface can guide the limiting hook to pass by the limiting stop.

[0017] It can be understood that through the above structural settings, it is convenient to assemble the first joint to the second joint.

[0018] In one embodiment, the first joint further has a boss, and the boss can abut against the second insertion rod portion to limit the insertion depth of the first insertion rod portion in the second insertion rod portion;

[0019] Among them, the boss is arranged at a position between the first joint part and the first plug part.

[0020] It can be understood that through the above structural arrangement, the limit of the assembly between the first joint and the second joint is achieved.

[0021] In one embodiment, the first joint further has a first hook, and the first hook is arranged on the periphery of the first joint part;

[0022] When the first joint part is inserted and matched with the first pipe joint, the first hook can be abutted against the first pipe joint to limit the first joint part to the first pipe joint.

[0023] It can be understood that through the above structural arrangement, the stability of the assembly of the first joint on the first pipe joint can be improved.

[0024] In one embodiment, the second joint further has a second hook, and the second hook is arranged on the periphery of the second joint part;

[0025] When the second joint part is inserted and matched with the second pipe joint, the second hook can be abutted against the second pipe joint to limit the second joint part to the second pipe joint.

[0026] It can be understood that through the above structural arrangement, the stability of the assembly of the second joint on the second pipe joint can be improved.

[0027] In one embodiment, the first joint and / or the second joint is integrally injection-molded from plastic.

[0028] It can be understood that through the above structural arrangement, the production and preparation of the first joint and / or the second joint can be facilitated.

[0029] In one embodiment, an external connecting pipe part is connected and communicated with the second plug part, and the external connecting pipe part can be used for introducing external coolant;

[0030] Among them, the first joint part and the second joint part are communicated with the external connecting pipe part in a parallel manner.

[0031] Due to the application of the above technical solution, the present utility model has the following advantages compared with the prior art:

[0032] The cold plate joint claimed in this application has a length that can be adjusted by adjusting the insertion depth when the first insertion rod part is inserted into the second insertion rod part. In this way, the cold plate joint can be applied to the connection and communication between two cold plates with different spacings, which not only expands the applicable range of the cold plate joint, but also facilitates the operation of users. In addition, it also ensures the sealing performance of the connection between two adjacent cold plates during the assembly and application of the cold plate joint. Brief Description of the Drawings

[0033] 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 required for the description of the embodiments or the prior art. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are only some embodiments of the present application. For those of ordinary skill in the art, without creative efforts, other drawings can also be obtained based on these drawings.

[0034] Figure 1 It is a schematic structural diagram of the cold plate joint provided by an embodiment of the present application.

[0035] Figure 2 It is a cross-sectional view of the cold plate joint provided by an embodiment of the present application.

[0036] Figure 3 It is a cross-sectional view of the cold plate joint from another perspective provided by an embodiment of the present application.

[0037] Reference Numerals: 100, cold plate joint; 10, first joint; 11, first joint part; 12, first insertion rod part; 121, limit hook; 13, boss; 14, first hook; 20, second joint; 21, second joint part; 22, second insertion rod part; 221, limit stop; 23, second hook; 24, external connection pipe part; 101, first sealing ring; 102, second sealing ring; 103, third sealing ring; 201, guiding inclined surface. Detailed Embodiments

[0038] The following will clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present utility model in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, rather than all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative efforts belong to the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0039] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "provided on" another element, it can be directly provided on the other element or there may also be an intermediate element. When an element is considered to be "provided on" another element, it can be directly provided on the other element or there may be an intermediate element at the same time. When an element is considered to be "fixed to" another element, it can be directly fixed to the other element or there may be an intermediate element at the same time.

[0040] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by those skilled in the technical field to which this utility model belongs. The terms used in the specification of this utility model are only for the purpose of describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit this utility model. The term "and / or" used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the related listed items.

[0041] The cold plate joint 100 claimed in this application is applied to a battery pack (not shown in the figure) and is used to connect and communicate a first pipe joint (not shown in the figure) and a second pipe joint (not shown in the figure) in the battery pack. The first pipe joint and the second pipe joint are arranged on two adjacent cold plates (not shown in the figure) in the battery pack. That is to say, the cold plate joint 100 is used to connect and communicate two adjacent cold plates in the battery pack.

[0042] As Figures 1 to 3 shown, the cold plate joint 100 provided in an embodiment of this application includes a first joint 10 and a second joint 20. The first joint 10 has a first joint portion 11 and a first plug portion 12 that are in communication with each other. A first sealing ring 101 is sleeved on the first joint portion 11. The first joint portion 11 is used for plugging and mating with the first pipe joint. Moreover, the first joint portion 11 and the first pipe joint are assembled and sealed through the first sealing ring 101. The second joint 20 has a second joint portion 21 and a second plug portion 22 that are in communication with each other. A second sealing ring 102 is sleeved on the second joint portion 21. The second joint portion 21 is used for plugging and mating with the second pipe joint. Moreover, the second joint portion 21 and the second pipe joint are assembled and sealed through the second sealing ring 102. Wherein, the first plug portion 12 can be inserted into the second plug portion 22 and connected and sealed with the second plug portion 22 so that the first joint 10 and the second joint 20 are connected and communicated. Moreover, the insertion depth when the first plug portion 12 is inserted into the second plug portion 22 can be adjusted, and the distance between the first joint portion 11 and the second joint portion 21 can be adjusted.

[0043] As described above, the length of the cold plate joint 100 of the present application can be adjusted by adjusting the insertion depth when the first insertion rod portion 12 is inserted into the second insertion rod portion 22. In this way, the cold plate joint 100 can be adapted to the connection and communication between two cold plates with different spacings, which not only expands the application range of the cold plate joint 100, but also facilitates the operation of the user. In addition, the sealing performance of the cold plate joint 100 for the connection between two adjacent cold plates during assembly is ensured.

[0044] It should be noted that the number of the first sealing rings 101 sleeved on the first joint portion 11 is configured to be multiple. The multiple first sealing rings 101 can simultaneously achieve the assembly seal when the first joint portion 11 is inserted and matched with the first pipe joint, so as to ensure the assembly seal between the first joint portion 11 and the first pipe joint. And, the number of the second sealing rings 102 sleeved on the second joint portion 21 is also configured to be multiple. The multiple second sealing rings 102 can simultaneously achieve the assembly seal when the second joint portion 21 is inserted and matched with the second pipe joint, so as to ensure the assembly seal between the second joint portion 21 and the second pipe joint.

[0045] In the present application, the first joint 10 and / or the second joint 20 are integrally injection-molded from plastic. Preferably, both the first joint 10 and the second joint 20 are integrally injection-molded from plastic material, which is convenient for the production and preparation of the first joint 10 and the second joint 20.

[0046] As Figures 1 to 3 shown, the first joint 10 further has a boss 13, and the boss 13 is arranged at the position between the first joint portion 11 and the first insertion rod portion 12; and, the boss 13 can abut against the second insertion rod portion 22 to limit the insertion depth of the first insertion rod portion 12 in the second insertion rod portion 22, and realize the assembly limit between the first joint 10 and the second joint 20.

[0047] It should be noted that when the cold plate joint 100 assembles the first pipe joint and the second pipe joint on two adjacent cold plates, the second insertion rod portion 22 can be first driven to abut against the boss 13 to make the cold plate joint 100 in the shortest length, and then the first joint portion 11 on the first joint 10 is successively driven to be inserted onto the first pipe joint, and the second joint portion 21 on the second joint 20 is driven to be inserted onto the second pipe joint. During this process, the distance between the first joint portion 11 and the second joint portion 21 can be adjusted by pulling out the first insertion rod portion 12 from the second insertion rod portion 22 until the first joint portion 11 and the first pipe joint, and the second joint portion 21 and the second pipe joint are assembled in place.

[0048] As Figure 1 、 Figure 2As shown, the first joint 10 further has a first hook 14, and the first hook 14 is disposed around the first joint part 11; when the first joint part 11 is inserted and fitted with the first pipe joint, the first hook 14 can be abutted against the first pipe joint to limit the first joint part 11 to the first pipe joint. This can improve the assembly stability of the first joint 10 on the first pipe joint. Here, the number of the first hooks 14 is configured to be two, and the two first hooks 14 are symmetrically arranged. It can be understood that in other embodiments, the number of the first hooks 14 can also be one, three, or even more, and the position of the first hook 14 arranged around the first joint part 11 can be specifically set according to the usage requirements, which will not be elaborated here.

[0049] Similarly, as Figure 1 , Figure 2 shown, the second joint 20 further has a second hook 23, and the second hook 23 is disposed around the second joint part 21; when the second joint part 21 is inserted and fitted with the second pipe joint, the second hook 23 can be abutted against the second pipe joint to limit the second joint part 21 to the second pipe joint. This can improve the assembly stability of the second joint 20 on the second pipe joint. Here, the number of the second hooks 23 is configured to be two, and the two second hooks 23 are symmetrically arranged. It can be understood that in other embodiments, the number of the second hooks 23 can also be one, three, or even more, and the position of the second hook 23 arranged around the second joint part 21 can be specifically set according to the usage requirements, which will not be elaborated here.

[0050] As Figure 2 shown, a third sealing ring 103 is installed in the second plug rod part 22; when the first plug rod part 12 is inserted into the second plug rod part 22, the third sealing ring 103 is compressed and elastically deformed to limit the first plug rod part 12 to the second plug rod part 22. That is to say, by using the elastic deformation of the third sealing ring 103 when it is compressed, on the one hand, the sealing performance of the assembly between the first plug rod part 12 and the second plug rod part 22 can be ensured, and on the other hand, it can also play a role in limiting the assembly between the first plug rod part 12 and the second plug rod part 22. Here, the third sealing ring 103 is assembled into the second plug rod part 22 in an embedded manner.

[0051] Preferably, as Figure 2 shown, the number of the third sealing rings 103 is configured to be multiple, and the multiple third sealing rings 103 are arranged at intervals in the axial direction of the second plug rod part 22, which can further improve the sealing performance and stability of the assembly between the first plug rod part 12 and the second plug rod part 22.

[0052] As Figure 1 , Figure 3As shown, a limit hook 121 is provided on the first plug rod portion 12, and a limit stop 221 is provided on the second plug rod portion 22. A position interference can be formed between the limit hook 121 and the limit stop 221 to limit the separation of the first plug rod portion 12 from the second plug rod portion 22. This can prevent the first joint 10 from detaching from the second joint 20 and integrate the structure of the cold plate joint 100 as a whole.

[0053] Preferably, as Figure 3 shown, a guiding inclined surface 201 is provided on the limit hook 121 and / or the limit stop 221, and the guiding inclined surface 201 can guide the limit hook 121 to pass by the limit stop 221. That is to say, the guiding inclined surface 201 can guide the limit hook 121 to cross over the limit stop 221, which facilitates the assembly of the first joint 10 onto the second joint 20. Here, guiding inclined surfaces 201 are provided on both the limit hook 121 and the limit stop 221, and the two guiding inclined surfaces 201 are in contact with each other, facilitating the arrangement of the limit hook 121 to pass by the limit stop 221.

[0054] As Figure 1 、 Figure 2 shown, an external connecting pipe portion 24 is connected and communicated with the second plug rod portion 22, and the external connecting pipe portion 24 can be used to introduce position coolant; among them, the first joint portion 11 and the second joint portion 21 are communicated with the external connecting pipe portion 24 in parallel. This enables the external coolant to be introduced into the cold plate joint 100 through the external connecting pipe portion 24, and then flow to the two cold plates through the first joint portion 11 and the second joint portion 21. It should be noted that when the first plug rod portion 12 is inserted into the second plug rod portion 22, the first plug rod portion 12 does not block the external connecting pipe portion 24. In this way, it can be ensured that the first joint portion 11 and the second joint portion 21 are communicated with the external connecting pipe portion 24 in parallel.

[0055] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined arbitrarily. For the sake of brief description, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, it should be considered to be within the scope described in this specification.

[0056] Those of ordinary skill in the art of this technology should recognize that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the present invention, rather than to limit the present invention. As long as appropriate changes and variations are made to the above embodiments within the spirit of the present invention, they fall within the scope of protection required by the present invention.

Claims

1. A cold plate joint is applied to a battery pack and is used to connect and communicate a first pipe joint and a second pipe joint in the battery pack. The first pipe joint and the second pipe joint are arranged on two adjacent cold plates in the battery pack. It is characterized in that, The cold plate joint (100) includes: A first joint (10) having a first joint head (11) and a first insertion rod portion (12) that communicate with each other. A first sealing ring (101) is sleeved on the first joint head (11). The first joint head (11) is used for plugging and mating with the first pipe joint. Moreover, the first joint head (11) and the first pipe joint are assembled and sealed through the first sealing ring (101); A second joint (20) having a second joint head (21) and a second insertion rod portion (22) that communicate with each other. A second sealing ring (102) is sleeved on the second joint head (21). The second joint head (21) is used for plugging and mating with the second pipe joint. Moreover, the second joint head (21) and the second pipe joint are assembled and sealed through the second sealing ring (102); Wherein, the first insertion rod portion (12) can be inserted into the second insertion rod portion (22) and connected and sealed with the second insertion rod portion (22) so that the first joint (10) is connected and communicated with the second joint (20). Moreover, the insertion depth when the first insertion rod portion (12) is inserted into the second insertion rod portion (22) can be adjusted, and the distance between the first joint head (11) and the second joint head (21) can be adjusted.

2. The cold plate joint according to claim 1, characterized in that, A third sealing ring (103) is installed in the second insertion rod portion (22); When the first insertion rod portion (12) is inserted into the second insertion rod portion (22), the third sealing ring (103) is elastically deformed under pressure and is used for limiting the first insertion rod portion (12) to the second insertion rod portion (22).

3. The cold plate joint according to claim 2, wherein The number of the third sealing rings (103) is configured to be multiple, and the multiple third sealing rings (103) are arranged at intervals in sequence along the axial direction of the second insertion rod portion (22).

4. The cold plate joint according to claim 1, wherein A limit hook (121) is provided on the first insertion rod portion (12), and a limit stop (221) is provided on the second insertion rod portion (22). A position interference can be formed between the limit hook (121) and the limit stop (221) to prevent the first insertion rod portion (12) from detaching from the second insertion rod portion (22).

5. The cold plate joint according to claim 4, characterized in that, A guiding inclined surface (201) is formed on the limit hook (121) and / or the limit stop (221), and the guiding inclined surface (201) can guide the limit hook (121) to pass by the limit stop (221).

6. The cold plate joint according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first joint (10) further has a boss (13), and the boss (13) can abut against the second insertion rod portion (22) to limit the insertion depth of the first insertion rod portion (12) in the second insertion rod portion (22); Wherein, the boss (13) is arranged at the position between the first joint head (11) and the first insertion rod portion (12).

7. The cold plate joint according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first joint (10) further has a first hook (14), and the first hook (14) is arranged on the periphery of the first joint head (11); When the first joint part (11) is inserted and fitted with the first pipe joint, the first hook (14) can be engaged with the first pipe joint to limit the first joint part (11) to the first pipe joint.

8. The cold plate joint according to claim 1, wherein The second joint (20) further has a second hook (23), and the second hook (23) is disposed on the periphery of the second joint part (21); When the second joint part (21) is inserted and fitted with the second pipe joint, the second hook (23) can be engaged with the second pipe joint to limit the second joint part (21) to the second pipe joint.

9. The cold plate joint according to claim 1, wherein, The first joint (10) and / or the second joint (20) is integrally injection-molded from plastic.

10. The cold plate joint according to claim 1, wherein, An external connection pipe part (24) is connected and communicated with the second insertion rod part (22), and the external connection pipe part (24) can be used for introducing external coolant; Wherein, the first joint part (11) and the second joint part (21) are communicated with the external connection pipe part (24) in a parallel manner.

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