Automobile inverter water nozzle device with sealing structure

By arranging the water nozzle above the inverter and adopting a double sealing structure, the inverter space and heat dissipation needs are solved, the sealing effect and system layout are improved, bubble accumulation is prevented, leakage risk is reduced, and equipment life is extended.

CN223261816UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-22BORGWARNER DRIVE SYST (SUZHOU) CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422224522.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-09-11
Publication Date
2025-08-22
Estimated Expiration
2034-09-11

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Technical Problem

The existing inverter nozzle seal design is located on the side of the housing, which cannot meet the inverter space requirements and heat dissipation requirements, and the sealing effect is poor.

Method used

The water nozzle is arranged above the inverter and adopts a double sealing structure, including a water outlet sealing ring and a water inlet sealing ring, and cooperates with the protrusion ring through the waterway opening boss of the inverter shell to form a multi-layer sealing design.

Benefits of technology

Improves space utilization, avoids component interference, enhances seal reliability, prevents bubble accumulation, ensures cooling effect, reduces leakage and faults, extends equipment life, and reduces maintenance costs.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to an automobile inverter water nozzle device with a sealing structure, an inverter comprises an inverter upper cover, an inverter shell, a water channel and a water nozzle, the water channel is arranged on the inverter shell, the inverter upper cover is fixed on the inverter shell, the water nozzle penetrates through the inverter upper cover and is connected with the inverter upper cover, and the water nozzle is connected with the inverter upper cover. And the water nozzle is provided with a sealing structure and is matched with the water channel. Compared with the prior art, the water nozzle is arranged above the inverter, so that the internal space of the inverter can be better utilized, interference with other parts is avoided, and the overall layout and installation flexibility of the system can be improved; the cooling liquid may generate bubbles in the circulation process, the water nozzle is arranged above, the bubbles are discharged along with the cooling liquid more easily, and the bubbles are prevented from being accumulated in the system to affect the cooling effect. The sealing rings are arranged at the water inlet and the water outlet, double sealing is adopted, the reliability of the sealing structure is greatly improved, and the sealing effect is better.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of automobile inverter faucets, in particular to an automobile inverter faucet device with a sealing structure. Background Art

[0002] The inverter water faucet is a key component for connecting the water circuit. Currently, the most common water faucet sealing design is usually located on the side of the inverter housing. As inverter application requirements increase, the requirements for the main body space size are becoming increasingly stringent. At the same time, the increase in power also increases the heat dissipation requirements of the inverter. The conventional water faucet sealing design is usually located on the side of the inverter housing; however, with the changing market demand, this design is no longer able to meet the new design requirements.

[0003] The utility model with publication number CN219176706U discloses a sealing structure for a faucet, which includes: a base plate; a guide post, one end of which is disposed on the base plate; a main body assembly, which includes: a main body, a first sealing gasket, and a second sealing gasket. The main body is axially movably disposed on the guide post to move closer to or away from the base plate. A faucet fitting hole is provided on the side of the main body facing the base plate. The first sealing gasket and the second sealing gasket are stacked and arranged in the faucet fitting hole. The first sealing gasket is used to be sleeved on the outer periphery of the faucet, and the second sealing gasket is used to stop the port of the faucet. This patent can perform a sealing test on the entire faucet by stacking the first sealing gasket sleeved on the outer periphery of the faucet and the second sealing gasket stopped at the faucet port in the faucet fitting hole, thereby avoiding missed detection and improving the sealing effect and detection effect of the inspected product. However, there is a problem of poor sealing effect.

[0004] Therefore, it is an urgent problem to provide a water faucet sealing structure in which the water faucet is not located on the side of the inverter housing and has a good sealing effect. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of the present utility model is to overcome the defects of the prior art and to provide a car inverter faucet device with a sealing structure.

[0006] The purpose of the utility model can be achieved through the following technical solutions:

[0007] According to one aspect of the utility model, a car inverter water faucet device with a sealing structure is provided, wherein the inverter includes an inverter upper cover, an inverter housing, a water channel and a water faucet, wherein the water channel is located on the inverter housing, the inverter upper cover is fixed to the inverter housing, the water faucet penetrates the inverter upper cover and is connected to the inverter upper cover, the water faucet is provided with a sealing structure, and the water faucet cooperates with the water channel.

[0008] As an optimal technical solution, the water channel is provided with a water channel outlet boss of the inverter housing, and the sealing structure includes a water outlet sealing ring and a convex ring arranged on the water nozzle. The water outlet sealing ring is located on the upper and lower sides of the convex ring and cooperates with the water channel outlet boss of the inverter housing.

[0009] As a preferred technical solution, the convex ring is located on a side close to the inverter housing.

[0010] As a preferred technical solution, the sealing structure further includes a water inlet sealing ring, the inverter upper cover is provided with an inverter upper cover water channel groove, and the water inlet sealing ring is located in the inverter upper cover water channel groove.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution, the sealing structure further includes a water spout groove, and the water spout groove is arranged corresponding to the water channel groove of the inverter upper cover.

[0012] As a preferred technical solution, the water faucet groove and the inverter upper cover water channel groove are annular.

[0013] As a preferred technical solution, the water nozzle is connected to the inverter cover by bolts.

[0014] As a preferred technical solution, the longitudinal cross-section of the water outlet sealing ring is O-shaped, and the longitudinal cross-section of the water inlet sealing ring is rectangular.

[0015] As a preferred technical solution, the water outlet sealing ring and the water inlet sealing ring are both sealing rings made of EPDM.

[0016] As a preferred technical solution, the water nozzle (5) is coaxial with the water channel.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] 1. By placing the water nozzle above the inverter, the utility model can better utilize the space inside the inverter, avoid interference with other components, and help improve the overall layout and installation flexibility of the system; bubbles may be generated during the circulation of the coolant. The water nozzle is placed above, and the bubbles are more easily discharged along with the coolant, preventing bubbles from accumulating in the system and affecting the cooling effect.

[0019] 2. The utility model adopts double sealing by arranging sealing rings at the water inlet and the water outlet, which greatly improves the reliability of the sealing structure and has a better sealing effect.

[0020] 3. The utility model arranges a convex ring on the water nozzle and arranges the water outlet sealing ring on the upper and lower sides of the convex ring, so that the fixing and sealing effects of the water outlet sealing ring are better.

[0021] 4. The utility model provides a convex platform on the water outlet of the inverter housing, and the water outlet sealing ring cooperates with the convex platform on the water outlet of the inverter housing, so the sealing effect is better.

[0022] 5. The water faucet of the utility model is provided with a water faucet groove, and the water faucet groove, the inverter upper cover water channel concave ring and the water inlet sealing ring cooperate with each other to achieve a better sealing effect. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the sealing structure of the faucet of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a partial enlarged schematic diagram of the sealing structure of the faucet of the utility model;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly structure of the faucet sealing structure of the utility model.

[0026] 1. Inverter cover; 2. Inverter housing; 3. Water faucet groove; 4. Water outlet sealing ring; 5. Water faucet; 6. Raised ring; 7. Inverter housing water outlet boss; 8. Water inlet sealing ring; 9. Inverter cover water channel groove; 10. Bolts. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0027] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of them. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts should fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0028] The inverter water faucet is a key component for connecting the water circuit. Currently, the most common water faucet sealing design is usually located on the side of the inverter housing. As inverter application requirements increase, the requirements for the main body space size are becoming increasingly stringent. At the same time, the increase in power also increases the heat dissipation requirements of the inverter. The conventional water faucet sealing design is usually located on the side of the inverter housing; however, with the changing market demand, this design is no longer able to meet the new design requirements.

[0029] By placing the water nozzle above the inverter, the utility model can better utilize the space inside the inverter and avoid interference with other components, which helps to improve the overall layout and installation flexibility of the system; bubbles may be generated during the circulation of the coolant, and the water nozzle is placed above, so that the bubbles are more easily discharged along with the coolant, preventing bubbles from accumulating in the system and affecting the cooling effect. The utility model adopts double sealing by providing sealing rings at the water inlet and outlet, which greatly improves the reliability of the sealing structure and has a better sealing effect; the utility model provides a convex ring on the water nozzle, and arranges the water outlet sealing ring on the upper and lower sides of the convex ring, which has a better fixing and sealing effect of the water outlet sealing ring; the utility model provides a water outlet boss on the inverter housing, and the water outlet sealing ring cooperates with the water outlet boss on the inverter housing, which has a better sealing effect; the utility model provides a reverse protrusion on the water nozzle, and the sealing effect is better through the cooperation of the water nozzle groove, the inverter cover water channel concave ring and the water inlet sealing ring.

[0030] Example 1

[0031] like Figure 1-Figure 3 As shown, an automobile inverter water faucet device with a sealed structure is shown. The inverter includes an inverter cover 1, an inverter housing 2, a water channel and a water faucet 5. The water channel is located on the inverter housing 2. The inverter cover 1 is fixed to the inverter housing 2. The water faucet 5 penetrates the inverter cover 1 and is connected to the inverter cover 1. The water faucet 5 is provided with a sealing structure and cooperates with the water channel.

[0032] In this embodiment, the inverter water nozzle's primary function is to connect the inverter's internal water cooling system. Coolant enters the inverter through nozzle 5, absorbing heat generated during operation. It is then discharged through the nozzle, removing the heat and achieving a cooling effect. Positioning nozzle 5 above the inverter may cause bubbles to form during coolant circulation. This placement allows bubbles to be more easily expelled along with the coolant, preventing them from accumulating within the system and impacting cooling effectiveness. Positioning the nozzle above allows for better utilization of space within the inverter, avoiding interference with other components and improving overall system layout and installation flexibility.

[0033] The water channel is provided with an inverter housing water channel outlet boss 7, and the sealing structure includes a water outlet sealing ring 4 and a convex ring 6 arranged on the water nozzle 5. The water outlet sealing ring 4 is located on the upper and lower sides of the convex ring 6 and cooperates with the inverter housing water channel outlet boss 7.

[0034] The convex ring 6 is located on a side close to the inverter housing 2 .

[0035] The sealing structure further includes a water inlet sealing ring 8 . The inverter upper cover 1 is provided with an inverter upper cover water channel groove 9 . The water inlet sealing ring 8 is located in the inverter upper cover water channel groove 9 .

[0036] The sealing structure further includes a water spout groove 3 , which is arranged corresponding to the water channel groove 9 on the inverter upper cover.

[0037] The convex ring 6 is located on a side close to the inverter housing 2 .

[0038] The water faucet 5 is provided with a water faucet groove 3 , and the water faucet groove 3 is arranged corresponding to the water channel groove 9 of the inverter upper cover.

[0039] The water faucet groove 3 and the inverter upper cover water channel groove 9 are annular.

[0040] In this embodiment, a convex ring 6 is provided on the faucet 5. As a result, recessed areas appear on the faucet wall above and below the convex ring 6. The water outlet seal ring 4 is placed within this recessed area, and the faucet 5 is coaxially connected to the waterway. The bottommost water outlet seal ring 4 engages with the inverter housing waterway outlet boss 7, securing the water outlet seal ring 4. By providing the water inlet seal ring 8 and the water outlet seal ring 4, a double seal design is adopted, greatly improving the reliability of the sealing structure and effectively preventing leakage and external contaminants from entering the device. This reduces wear and corrosion on the device, thereby extending its service life, reducing the frequency of leakage and failure, and reducing the cost of maintaining and replacing seals. The convex ring 6 is 4.7 mm wide and 2.5 mm thick; the inverter cover waterway groove 9 is 4 mm wide and 3.5 mm deep.

[0041] At the same time, the faucet groove 3 and the inverter cover water channel groove 9 are arranged correspondingly to form a space, and the water inlet sealing ring 8 is placed in the formed space to complete the sealing.

[0042] The water nozzle 5 is connected to the inverter upper cover 1 through bolts 10.

[0043] The longitudinal section of the water outlet sealing ring 4 is O-shaped, and the longitudinal section of the water inlet sealing ring 8 is rectangular.

[0044] The water outlet sealing ring 4 and the water inlet sealing ring 8 are made of EPDM.

[0045] In this embodiment, the sealing rings are made of EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer), which exhibits excellent weather resistance, heat resistance, chemical resistance, electrical insulation, elasticity, and flexibility. The dimensions of the water inlet sealing ring 8 are: 40.5mm inner diameter, 45.5mm outer diameter, and 2.5x5mm cross-sectional diameter. The dimensions of the water outlet sealing ring 4 are: 17mm inner diameter, 24mm outer diameter, and 3.5mm cross-sectional diameter.

[0046] The water nozzle 5 is coaxial with the water channel.

[0047] In this embodiment, two independent sealing layers are designed at the water inlet and outlet to ensure effective sealing. The outlet seal 4 is designed as the primary sealing layer, directly contacting the coolant and primarily responsible for preventing coolant leakage. The inlet seal 8 is designed as a secondary sealing layer, providing additional protection after the primary sealing layer. If the primary sealing layer fails, the secondary sealing layer can prevent coolant from leaking out.

[0048] Poor sealing can lead to a series of consequences. 1. Equipment overheating: The main function of the coolant is to absorb and carry away the heat generated by the inverter during operation. If the coolant leaks, the cooling effect will be greatly reduced, causing the internal temperature of the inverter to rise. This may cause the equipment to overheat, affecting its normal operation, or even causing equipment damage. 2. Electrical failure: Coolant leakage may enter the electrical part of the inverter, causing a short circuit or other electrical failure. This will not only affect the performance of the inverter, but may also pose a safety hazard. 3. Corrosion and damage: Leaked coolant may corrode the metal parts of the inverter, resulting in a decrease in the mechanical strength of the equipment and increased maintenance and replacement costs. 4. Environmental pollution: If the coolant contains harmful chemicals, leakage may cause environmental pollution, especially in large-scale applications. 5. Reduced system efficiency: Coolant leakage will cause the efficiency of the inverter's cooling system to decrease, which in turn affects the operating efficiency and stability of the entire system.

[0049] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art can easily conceive of various equivalent modifications or substitutions within the technical scope disclosed in the present invention, and such modifications or substitutions are intended to be within the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention shall be subject to the scope of protection of the claims.

Claims

1. A car inverter water faucet device with a sealed structure, the inverter comprising an inverter upper cover (1), an inverter housing (2), a water channel and a water faucet (5), wherein the water channel is located on the inverter housing (2), and is characterized in that: The inverter upper cover (1) is fixed on the inverter housing (2); the water nozzle (5) penetrates the inverter upper cover (1) and is connected to the inverter upper cover (1); the water nozzle (5) is provided with a sealing structure; and the water nozzle (5) cooperates with the water channel.

2. The automobile inverter faucet device with a sealing structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water channel is provided with an inverter housing water channel outlet boss (7), and the sealing structure comprises a water outlet sealing ring (4) and a convex ring (6) provided on the water nozzle (5), wherein the water outlet sealing ring (4) is located on the upper and lower sides of the convex ring (6) and cooperates with the inverter housing water channel outlet boss (7).

3. The automobile inverter faucet device with a sealing structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The convex ring (6) is located on a side close to the inverter housing (2).

4. The automobile inverter faucet device with a sealing structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: The sealing structure further comprises a water inlet sealing ring (8); the inverter upper cover (1) is provided with an inverter upper cover water channel groove (9); and the water inlet sealing ring (8) is located in the inverter upper cover water channel groove (9).

5. The automobile inverter faucet device with a sealing structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: The sealing structure further comprises a water nozzle groove (3), and the water nozzle groove (3) is arranged corresponding to the inverter upper cover water channel groove (9).

6. The automobile inverter faucet device with a sealing structure according to claim 5, characterized in that: The water nozzle groove (3) and the inverter upper cover water channel groove (9) are annular.

7. The automobile inverter faucet device with a sealing structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water nozzle (5) is connected to the inverter upper cover (1) via bolts (10).

8. The automobile inverter faucet device with a sealing structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: The longitudinal section of the water outlet sealing ring (4) is O-shaped, and the longitudinal section of the water inlet sealing ring (8) is rectangular.

9. The automobile inverter faucet device with a sealing structure according to claim 8, characterized in that: The water outlet sealing ring (4) and the water inlet sealing ring (8) are both sealing rings made of EPDM.

10. The automobile inverter faucet device with a sealing structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water nozzle (5) is coaxial with the water channel.

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    CN219176706U