Waterway integrated component
By designing integrated modules and connectors, the water circuit components of the liquid chiller unit can be quickly installed and flexibly adjusted, solving the problems of complex installation and large space occupation of traditional liquid chiller units, and improving cooling efficiency.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422923326.3
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-11-29
- Publication Date
- 2025-11-14
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-11-29
AI Technical Summary
The scattered distribution of water circuit components in traditional liquid cooling units leads to complicated installation procedures, large space occupation, high fan speed, and low cooling efficiency.
Design an integrated module containing an inlet pipe, a makeup pipe, an outlet pipe, and a connecting pipe. Combined with a three-way connector, a baffle, and a two-way valve, it enables the rapid installation and flexible adjustment of components such as water pumps, PTC heaters, and plate heat exchangers.
It simplifies the assembly process of the device, reduces installation steps, saves space, improves cooling efficiency, and reduces the required fan speed.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of liquid cooling unit components, and in particular to a water circuit integrated component. Background Technology
[0002] With the development of new energy technologies, safety has become increasingly important. Lithium-ion batteries are prone to thermal runaway due to overcharging, puncture, or impact, which can lead to smoke, fire, or even explosion. Furthermore, the performance of power lithium batteries, including energy density and lifespan, is affected by temperature changes, further highlighting the importance of thermal management.
[0003] Traditional liquid-cooled units use water circuit components that are scattered throughout the unit, resulting in numerous installation steps, difficult installation processes, and complicated installation materials. At the same time, this layout also occupies a large amount of internal space, causing the fans to operate at high speeds to meet the unit's required cooling airflow.
[0004] For example, CN221053902U discloses a water pump assembly, a coolant circulation assembly, a liquid cooling unit, and an energy storage system, belonging to the field of liquid cooling technology. The water pump assembly includes a pump body and a water circuit module, which is integrally formed with the pump body. The water circuit module includes a first flow channel, a second flow channel, and a third flow channel. The first end of the first flow channel extends to the outer wall of the water circuit module to form the first inlet of the water pump assembly. The second end of the first flow channel is connected to the inlet of a heat exchange component. The first end of the second flow channel is connected to the inlet of the pump body, and the second end of the second flow channel is connected to the outlet of the heat exchange component. The first end of the third flow channel extends to the outer wall of the water circuit module to form the first outlet of the water pump assembly, and the second end of the third flow channel is connected to the outlet of the pump body. By setting multiple flow channels within the water circuit module, the pipe joint surfaces are reduced, lowering the risk of coolant leakage. By integrating the water circuit module and the pump body, the space occupied is reduced, and the energy efficiency of the heat exchange system is improved.
[0005] The above-mentioned technical solutions have problems in practical applications, such as too many installation procedures, difficult installation steps, and complicated installation materials.
[0006] Therefore, it is necessary to invent an integrated water system component to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content
[0007] The purpose of this invention is to provide an integrated water system component to solve the problems mentioned in the background section.
[0008] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a water circuit integrated component, comprising an integrated module, an inlet pipe fixedly disposed at the top of the integrated module, a water supply pipe fixedly disposed at the bottom of the integrated module, a water pump disposed between the water supply pipe and the inlet pipe via a T-junction, a connecting pipe fixedly disposed in the middle of the integrated module, the bottom end of the connecting pipe being connected to the input end of the water pump, a PTC heater fixedly disposed at the top of the connecting pipe, a T-junction connector fixedly disposed at the top of the integrated module, the bottom end of the T-junction connector being connected to the top of the PTC heater, a water tank interface fixedly disposed at the top of the T-junction connector, a connecting pipe fixedly disposed in the middle of the T-junction connector, an outlet pipe fixedly disposed at the top outer side of the integrated module, a transition groove disposed at the bottom end of the outlet pipe, the bottom end of the outlet pipe extending into the interior of the transition groove, a groove and a slot being formed on the inner side wall of the transition groove, and an extension groove being formed on the bottom end of the outer side wall of the integrated module.
[0009] Preferably, a baffle is provided at the bottom outer side of the integrated module, a connecting nozzle corresponding to the transition groove is fixedly provided at the top of the inner side wall of the baffle, a insertion tube corresponding to the slot is fixedly provided at the top of the connecting nozzle, and a sealing cover corresponding to the groove is provided at the top of one side of the connecting nozzle.
[0010] Preferably, an extension cover is fixedly provided at the bottom inner side of the baffle, and a water tank connection port is fixedly provided in the middle of the extension cover.
[0011] Preferably, a plate heat exchanger is fixedly installed at the top outer side of the baffle, the input end of the plate heat exchanger is connected to the connecting pipe, and the output end of the plate heat exchanger is connected to the insert pipe.
[0012] Preferably, a two-way valve is fixedly installed at one end of the water tank connection port, and the two ends of the two-way valve are respectively connected to the connection nozzle and the extension cover.
[0013] Preferably, temperature sensors are fixedly installed at both the end of the three-way connector near the connecting pipe and the middle of the water inlet pipe.
[0014] The technical effects and advantages of this utility model are as follows:
[0015] 1. This utility model features an integrated module with an inlet pipe, a makeup pipe, and an outlet pipe. A water pump and a PTC heater can be installed between the inlet pipe and the makeup pipe. The outer wall of the integrated module also has a transition groove and an extension groove. Baffles can be installed on the outer side of the transition groove and the extension groove, and plate heat exchangers and two-way valves can be installed on the outer side of the baffles. The integrated module's integrated design facilitates the rapid installation of components such as the water pump, PTC heater, and plate heat exchanger. Furthermore, the inlet pipe, makeup pipe, and outlet pipe are directly integrated with the integrated module, which simplifies the device's structure while facilitating assembly.
[0016] 2. This utility model features a three-way connector at the top of the integrated module, which allows for the connection between the PTC heater and the water tank and plate heat exchanger, facilitating the expansion of the water tank. A water tank connecting pipe is installed at the bottom of the baffle, and a two-way valve is installed on the outside of the baffle. The two-way valve controls the connection between the water tank connecting pipe and the plate heat exchanger, enabling the control of the plate heat exchanger in the water circuit. This facilitates rapid adjustment of the device according to actual needs. Attached Figure Description
[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model.
[0018] Figure 2 This is a side view of the overall structure of this utility model.
[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the integrated module structure of this utility model.
[0020] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the water outlet pipe structure of this utility model.
[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the baffle structure of this utility model.
[0022] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the three-way connector structure of this utility model.
[0023] In the diagram: 1. Integrated module; 2. Inlet pipe; 3. Makeup pipe; 4. Connecting pipe; 5. PTC heater; 6. T-connector; 7. Water tank interface; 8. Connecting pipe; 9. Outlet pipe; 10. Transition groove; 11. Groove; 12. Slot; 13. Extension groove; 14. Baffle; 15. Connecting nozzle; 16. Insert pipe; 17. Sealing cover; 18. Extension cover; 19. Water tank connection port; 20. Plate heat exchanger; 21. Two-way valve; 22. Water tank connecting pipe; 23. Temperature sensor. Detailed Implementation
[0024] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not 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 effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0025] This utility model provides, for example Figure 1-6 The water circuit integrated component shown includes an integrated module 1. An inlet pipe 2 is fixedly installed at the top of the integrated module 1, and a water supply pipe 3 is fixedly installed at the bottom of the integrated module 1. A water pump is installed between the water supply pipe 3 and the inlet pipe 2 via a T-junction. A connecting pipe 4 is fixedly installed in the middle of the integrated module 1, and the bottom end of the connecting pipe 4 is connected to the input end of the water pump. A PTC heater 5 is fixedly installed at the top of the connecting pipe 4. A T-junction connector 6 is fixedly installed at the top of the integrated module 1, and the bottom end of the T-junction connector 6 is connected to the top of the PTC heater 5. A water tank interface 7 is fixedly installed at the top of the T-junction connector 6. A connecting pipe 8 is fixedly installed in the middle of the T-junction connector 6. An outlet pipe 9 is fixedly installed at the top of the outer side of the integrated module 1. The outlet pipe 9 is used to connect circulating water to the water circuit of the liquid cooling unit.
[0026] Specifically, a transition groove 10 is provided at the bottom end of the water outlet pipe 9, and the bottom end of the water outlet pipe 9 extends into the interior of the transition groove 10. The inner side wall of the transition groove 10 is provided with a groove 11 and a slot 12. An extension groove 13 is provided at the bottom end of the outer side wall of the integrated module 1. A baffle 14 is provided at the bottom end of the outer side wall of the integrated module 1. A connecting nozzle 15 corresponding to the transition groove 10 is fixedly provided at the top end of the inner side wall of the baffle 14. A insertion tube 16 corresponding to the slot 12 is fixedly provided at the top end of the connecting nozzle 15. A sealing cover 17 corresponding to the groove 11 is provided at the top end of one side of the connecting nozzle 15. An extension cover 18 is fixedly provided at the bottom end of the inner side of the baffle 14. A water tank connection port 19 is fixedly provided in the middle of the extension cover 18. The water tank connection port 19 can connect the plate heat exchanger 20 to the water tank.
[0027] More specifically, a plate heat exchanger 20 is fixedly installed on the top outer side of the baffle 14. The input end of the plate heat exchanger 20 is connected to the connecting pipe 8, and the output end of the plate heat exchanger 20 is connected to the insert pipe 16. A two-way valve 21 is fixedly installed at one end of the water tank connection port 19. The two ends of the two-way valve 21 are respectively connected to the connecting nozzle 15 and the extension cover 18. The two-way valve 21 can control the opening and closing of the plate heat exchanger 20 in the water circuit.
[0028] Furthermore, temperature sensors 22 are fixedly installed at one end of the three-way connector 6 near the connecting pipe 8 and at the middle of the water inlet pipe 2. The temperature sensors 22 are used to monitor the water temperature in the water circuit so as to control the opening and closing of the two-way valve 21.
[0029] Working principle of this utility model:
[0030] When this device is in use, the inlet pipe 2 can be connected to the inlet of the liquid cooling unit's water circuit, and the makeup water pipe 3 can be connected to an external makeup water circuit. The circulating water enters the water pump through the inlet pipe 2 and the makeup water pipe 3, and then enters the PTC heater 5 under the push of the water pump. After being heated by the PTC heater 5, the circulating water enters the three-way connector 6. At this time, the circulating water is divided in the three-way connector 6. Part of the circulating water enters the water tank through the water tank interface 7, and the other part of the circulating water enters the plate heat exchanger 20 through the connecting pipe 8. The circulating water undergoes heat exchange through the plate heat exchanger 20, and then enters the transition tank 10. The circulating water in the transition tank 10 enters the extension tank 13 through the two-way valve 21, and then enters the water tank through the water tank connection port 19. During this process, by controlling the opening and closing of the two-way valve 21, the opening and closing of the plate heat exchanger 20 in the water circuit can be controlled to facilitate the circulation of the water circuit.
[0031] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A waterway integrated component, comprising an integrated module (1), characterized in that: The integrated module (1) has an inlet pipe (2) fixedly installed at its top and a water supply pipe (3) fixedly installed at its bottom. A water pump is connected between the water supply pipe (3) and the inlet pipe (2) via a T-junction. A connecting pipe (4) is fixedly installed in the middle of the integrated module (1), and the bottom end of the connecting pipe (4) is connected to the input end of the water pump. A PTC heater (5) is fixedly installed at the top of the connecting pipe (4). A T-junction connector (6) is fixedly installed at the top of the integrated module (1), and the bottom end of the T-junction connector (6) is connected to the PTC heater. The top of the device (5) is connected to the top of the three-way connector (6), the top of which is fixedly provided with a water tank interface (7), the middle of the three-way connector (6) is fixedly provided with a connecting pipe (8), the top of the outer side of the integrated module (1) is fixedly provided with a water outlet pipe (9), the bottom of the water outlet pipe (9) is provided with a transition groove (10), the bottom of the water outlet pipe (9) extends into the interior of the transition groove (10), the inner side wall of the transition groove (10) is provided with a groove (11) and a slot (12), and the bottom of the outer side wall of the integrated module (1) is provided with an extension groove (13).
2. The waterway integrated component according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom outer side of the integrated module (1) is provided with a baffle (14). The top of the inner side wall of the baffle (14) is fixedly provided with a connecting nozzle (15) corresponding to the transition groove (10). The top of the connecting nozzle (15) is fixedly provided with a tube (16) corresponding to the slot (12). The top of one side of the connecting nozzle (15) is provided with a sealing cover (17) corresponding to the groove (11).
3. The waterway integrated component according to claim 2, characterized in that: An extension cover (18) is fixedly provided on the inner bottom of the baffle (14), and a water tank connection port (19) is fixedly provided in the middle of the extension cover (18).
4. The waterway integrated component according to claim 3, characterized in that: A plate heat exchanger (20) is fixedly installed on the outer top of the baffle (14). The input end of the plate heat exchanger (20) is connected to the connecting pipe (8), and the output end of the plate heat exchanger (20) is connected to the insert pipe (16).
5. A waterway integrated component according to claim 4, characterized in that: A two-way valve (21) is fixedly installed at one end of the water tank connection port (19), and the two ends of the two-way valve (21) are respectively connected to the connection nozzle (15) and the extension cover (18).
6. A waterway integrated component according to claim 5, characterized in that: Temperature sensors (22) are fixedly installed at one end of the three-way connector (6) near the connecting pipe (8) and at the middle of the water inlet pipe (2).
Citation Information
Patent Citations
Water pump components, coolant circulation components, liquid cooling units and energy storage systems
CN221053902U