Anti-freezing water tank for vehicle
By introducing heat pipes and insulation materials into the vehicle water tank, the problem of water tank freezing in the prior art has been solved, achieving energy-saving antifreeze and heat preservation effects, and is suitable for various vehicle types.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423318153.9
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-30
- Publication Date
- 2025-12-12
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-30
AI Technical Summary
Traditional vehicle water tanks are prone to freezing in low-temperature environments, causing inconvenience in use. Furthermore, existing antifreeze measures are energy-intensive and complex to maintain, making them particularly unsuitable for applications involving frequent movement.
Heat is transferred to the water tank using heat pipes, and insulation material is used to fill the gap between the tank and the cover. A U-shaped cavity and exposed heat pipes are designed to ensure uniform heat transfer and reduce energy consumption.
It achieves effective antifreeze and heat preservation of the water tank in low-temperature environments, reduces energy consumption, ensures normal use of the water tank in cold conditions, and is suitable for various vehicle types.
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Abstract
Description
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The utility model relates to the field of vehicle equipment, concretely relates to a vehicle anti-freezing water tank. BACKGROUND
[0002] In the cold environment, the vehicle water tank is very easy to freeze the water in the tank body because of low temperature, thereby affecting the normal use of the water tank. The traditional anti-freezing water tank usually relies on electric heating or other external insulation measures, but these methods have problems such as high energy consumption, complex maintenance, etc., and are not ideal in the application scene where the RV, camper, mobile selling car or other special vehicles need to move frequently. Therefore, it is particularly important to develop an energy-saving, efficient and compact embedded anti-freezing water tank. SUMMARY
[0003] The utility model aims at overcoming the above-mentioned defects, and provides a vehicle anti-freezing water tank, which can prevent water from freezing by setting a heat pipe on the tank body to conduct heat to the water tank, and can achieve effective anti-freezing and heat preservation of the water tank by filling heat preservation material between the cover shell and the tank body.
[0004] Technical scheme: The utility model provides a vehicle anti-freezing water tank which comprises a tank body, a water inlet and a water outlet are arranged on the tank body, and a containing cavity is arranged in the tank body; a heat pipe is arranged in the containing cavity and is used for heat conduction to the tank body to prevent water in the tank body from freezing. Water can be injected into the tank body through the water inlet arranged on the tank body, and the water outlet can realize water output, so as to meet the basic circulation demand of water. The heat pipe arranged in the containing cavity can transfer heat to the tank body, effectively prevent water in the tank body from freezing in a low-temperature environment, and ensure normal use of the water tank under cold conditions.
[0005] Further, the vehicle anti-freezing water tank in the application further comprises a cover shell, the cover shell is groove-shaped and matches the shape of the tank body, the tank body is arranged in the cover shell, the cover shell bottom is provided with a through hole corresponding to the water outlet, a gap is arranged between the tank body and the cover shell, and heat preservation material is filled in the gap. The cover shell provides physical protection for the tank body, reduces the influence of external collision, dust and sundries on the tank body, fixes the tank body at a specific position to ensure its stability, prevents displacement or damage caused by vibration during vehicle driving, fills heat preservation material in the gap between the tank body and the cover shell to further enhance the heat preservation performance of the water tank, reduces heat loss, cooperates with the heat pipe to more effectively maintain the water temperature in the tank, prevents freezing and reduces the energy consumption of heat supplement.
[0006] Further, the vehicle anti-freezing water tank in the application, the containing cavity is U-shaped and penetrates the tank body, two through holes of the containing cavity are arranged on the upper surface of the tank body, the heat transfer pipe penetrates the containing cavity, and two ports of the heat transfer pipe extend out of the through holes. The containing cavity is U-shaped and penetrates the tank body, which provides an ideal layout path for the heat transfer pipe, so that the heat transfer pipe can be distributed in a larger range in the tank body, thereby more comprehensively contacting the tank body, effectively increasing the coverage area of heat transfer, ensuring that the water in each part of the tank body can receive heat well, achieving more uniform heating effect and preventing local icing. The heat transfer pipe penetrates the containing cavity, and two ports of the heat transfer pipe extend out of the through holes on the upper surface of the tank body, which facilitates the connection of the heat transfer pipe and the external heat source equipment, so that the heat medium can smoothly enter and exit the heat transfer pipe.
[0007] Further, the vehicle anti-freezing water tank in the application further comprises a fixing strip, the fixing strip is clamped between the shell and the tank body, the fixing strip is provided with a first mounting hole, the tank body is provided with a second mounting hole below, and the bottom of the shell is provided with a third mounting hole, the second mounting hole, the first mounting hole and the third mounting hole are on the same center line, and the shell, the fixing strip and the tank body are installed together by screwing the screws into the third mounting hole, the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole in sequence. The tight and stable connection between the components effectively prevents problems such as loosening and displacement between the components caused by vibration, bumping and the like during vehicle driving.
[0008] Further, the vehicle anti-freezing water tank in the application, the fixing strip extends upward along the side surface of the tank body, and the end portion of the fixing strip is provided with a mounting lug. The fixing strip extends upward along the side surface of the tank body and the end portion is provided with a mounting lug, which further enriches the installation and fixing mode of the anti-freezing water tank. The mounting lug can provide an additional connection point, facilitating connection with other structures or supporting components inside the vehicle.
[0009] Further, the vehicle anti-freezing water tank in the application, the tank body is further provided with an inspection opening and an inspection opening cover, the inspection opening cover covers the inspection opening, a water level sensor is arranged on the inspection opening cover, and the water level sensor extends into the tank body. The convenient inspection channel means that the water tank can be quickly repaired when it fails, and the user can clearly know how much water is left in the water tank by means of the real-time water level information provided by the water level sensor, so as to more accurately plan various water demand such as washing, cooking and bathing.
[0010] Further, the vehicle anti-freezing water tank in the application, the upper side of the tank body is provided with a boss, the inspection opening and the water inlet are arranged on the boss, the lower side of the tank body is provided with a recess, and the boss corresponding to the shell matched with the tank body is provided with a protrusion. The protrusion on the bottom of the shell upward can more accurately arrange the installation space of the surrounding components according to the position of the protrusion, and plays the role of reinforcing rib fixing.
[0011] Further, the vehicle anti-freezing water tank in the application, the upper edge of the cover is provided with a fourth mounting hole. The fourth mounting hole provided on the upper edge of the cover provides an additional mounting fixing point for the anti-freezing water tank. This makes the installation of the water tank in the vehicle can be connected with other structures or components in the vehicle interior through the mounting hole.
[0012] Further, the vehicle anti-freezing water tank in the application, the vehicle is one of a mobile home, a camping car, a mobile selling car, a special operation vehicle or an emergency rescue vehicle.
[0013] The above technical scheme can be seen that the utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0014] 1. The vehicle anti-freezing water tank realizes the anti-freezing and heat preservation functions of the water tank efficiently through the cooperation of the heat pipe and the heat preservation material, ensures the flowability of water in the water tank in a cold environment, meets the water demand of the vehicle under low temperature conditions, greatly expands the use geographical range and seasonal adaptability of the vehicle, and the user does not need to worry about the ice problem of the water tank whether in a cold northern winter or in a high-altitude cold area, which provides a solid guarantee for the long-term stable operation of the vehicle.
[0015] 2. The vehicle anti-freezing water tank is designed through the unique U-shaped through accommodating cavity and the heat pipe exposed at the port, which not only optimizes the heat transfer path, realizes uniform heating to prevent local icing, but also facilitates the connection and maintenance of the external heat source equipment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0016] Figure 1 It is a vehicle anti-freezing water tank structure schematic view of the utility model;
[0017] Figure 2 It is a vehicle anti-freezing water tank cover and heat pipe structure schematic view of the utility model;
[0018] Figure 3 It is a vehicle anti-freezing water tank structure tank body bottom structure schematic view of the utility model;
[0019] Figure 4 It is a vehicle anti-freezing water tank section schematic view of the utility model.
[0020] The description of the drawings of the specification is as follows: 1-tank body, 11-inlet, 12-outlet, 13-accommodating cavity, 14-second mounting hole, 15-inspection opening, 16-inspection opening cover, 17-water level sensor, 18-convex, 19-concave; 2-heat pipe; 3-cover, 31-through hole, 32-third mounting hole, 33-convex part, 34-fourth mounting hole; 4-gap; 5-fixing strip, 51-first mounting hole, 52-mounting ear. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0021] The utility model is further illustrated below in combination with the drawings and specific embodiments.
[0022] As Figure 1 , 2 , 3, 4 is used for a vehicle anti-freezing water tank for a camping vehicle.
[0023] In the embodiment, the box 1 is provided with a water inlet 11 and a water outlet 12, and a containing cavity 13 is arranged in the box 1. The water inlet 11 is arranged above the box 1, and the water outlet 12 is arranged below the box 1. A heat pipe 2 is arranged in the containing cavity 13 and is used for heat transfer to the box 1 to prevent the water in the box from freezing. The water inlet 11 arranged above the box 1 can inject water into the box, and the water outlet 12 arranged below the box 1 can output water, thereby meeting the basic circulation demand of water for a vehicle. The heat pipe 2 arranged in the containing cavity 13 can transfer heat to the box 1, effectively prevent the water in the box from freezing in a low-temperature environment, and ensure normal use of the water tank in a cold condition.
[0024] In the embodiment, as Figure 2 , 4 indicated, the utility model also comprises a cover shell 3. The cover shell 3 is groove-shaped and is matched with the shape of the box 1. The box 1 is arranged in the cover shell 3. The cover shell 3 is provided with a through hole 31 corresponding to the water outlet 12 at the bottom. A gap 4 is arranged between the box 1 and the cover shell 3. The gap 4 is filled with thermal insulation material (not shown in the figure). The cover shell 3 provides physical protection for the box 1, reduces the influence of external collision, dust, sundries and the like on the box 1, fixes the box 1 at a specific position, ensures the stability of the box 1, prevents displacement or damage of the box 1 due to bumping and vibration in the process of driving the vehicle, fills the gap 4 between the box 1 and the cover shell 3 with thermal insulation material, further enhances the thermal insulation performance of the water tank, reduces heat loss, cooperates with the heat pipe 2, more effectively maintains the water temperature in the box, prevents freezing, and reduces the energy consumption of heat supplement. The thermal insulation material filled in the gap 4 can be high-performance polyurethane foam, rubber sponge and the like.
[0025] In the embodiment, as Figure 4As shown, the accommodating cavity 13 is U-shaped and penetrates the box 1, two openings of the accommodating cavity 13 are arranged on the upper surface of the box 1, the heat pipe 2 is arranged in the accommodating cavity 13, and the two ports of the heat pipe 2 extend out of the openings. The U-shaped accommodating cavity 13 penetrating the box 1 provides an ideal layout path for the heat pipe 2, so that the heat pipe can be distributed in a larger range in the box, thereby more fully contacting the box 1, effectively increasing the coverage area of heat transfer, ensuring that the water in each part of the box can receive heat well, achieving more uniform heating effect, and preventing local icing phenomenon. The heat pipe 2 is arranged in the accommodating cavity 13, and the two ports of the heat pipe 2 extend out of the openings on the upper surface of the box 1. Such a design facilitates the connection of the heat pipe 2 with the external heat source equipment, so that the heat medium can smoothly enter and exit the heat pipe 2. The two ports of the heat pipe 2 can be connected with the external heat source equipment (such as a waste heat recovery system of a vehicle engine, a vehicle-mounted fuel heater, etc.) through common connection methods such as flange connection and quick connector connection. The heat medium is hot air.
[0026] In this embodiment, as shown in the figure, Figure 3 A fixing strip 5 is further arranged between the cover 3 and the box 1. The fixing strip 5 is provided with a first mounting hole 51. The box 1 is provided with a second mounting hole 14, and the bottom of the cover 3 is provided with a third mounting hole 32. The second mounting hole 14, the first mounting hole 51 and the third mounting hole 32 are on the same center line. Screws are screwed into the third mounting hole 32, the first mounting hole 51 and the second mounting hole 14 in sequence to mount the cover 3, the fixing strip 5 and the box 1 together. The tight and stable connection between the components effectively prevents loosening and displacement between the components due to vibration, bumping and other conditions during vehicle driving. The fixing strip 5 is three strips, one of which is not shown in the figure, and is arranged horizontally and vertically.
[0027] In this embodiment, as shown in the figure, Figure 3 The fixing strip 5 extends upward along the side surface of the box 1, and the end of the fixing strip 5 is provided with a mounting ear 52. The fixing strip 5 extends upward along the side surface of the box 1 and the mounting ear 52 is arranged at the end, further enriching the mounting and fixing methods of the freeze-proof water tank. The mounting ear 52 can provide an additional connection point for connection with other structures or supporting components inside the vehicle.
[0028] In this embodiment, as shown in the figure, Figure 1 The box 1 is further provided with an inspection opening 15 and an inspection opening cover 16. The inspection opening cover 16 covers the inspection opening 15, and the inspection opening cover 16 is provided with a water level sensor 17 extending into the box. The convenient inspection channel means that the water tank can be quickly repaired when it fails. With the real-time water level information provided by the water level sensor 17, the user can clearly know how much water is left in the water tank, so as to more accurately plan various water activities such as washing, cooking and bathing.
[0029] In the embodiment, as shown in Figure 1 , 2 , the upper side of the box 1 is provided with a boss 18, the access hole 15 and the water inlet 11 are both arranged on the boss 18, and the lower side of the box 1 is provided with a recess 19, and the bottom of the cover shell 3 corresponding to the recess 19 is provided with a protrusion 33 upward. The protrusion 33 upward arranged at the bottom of the cover shell is matched with the boss 18 at the upper side of the box, which helps to accurately plan the installation layout of the surrounding components, and at the same time can play a role similar to a reinforcing rib to stabilize and enhance the overall structural strength.
[0030] In the embodiment, as shown in Figure 2 , the upper edge of the cover shell 3 is provided with a fourth mounting hole 34. The fourth mounting hole 34 arranged at the upper edge of the cover shell 3 provides an additional mounting fixed point for the freeze-proof water tank. The fourth mounting hole 34 is connected with the vehicle frame longitudinal beam, cross beam or specially arranged water tank mounting bracket structure in the vehicle interior through a bolt or other connecting member, to ensure the stability of the installation of the water tank in the vehicle.
[0031] The above embodiments are exemplary, and the purpose is to illustrate the technical concept and characteristics of the utility model, so that those skilled in the art can understand the content of the utility model and implement it accordingly, and the protection scope of the utility model cannot be limited thereby. Any equivalent changes or modifications made according to the spirit and essence of the utility model should be covered within the protection scope of the utility model.
Claims
1. A vehicle antifreeze water tank, characterized in that: Includes a housing (1), which has an inlet (11) and an outlet (12) and a receiving cavity (13) passing through it; and a heat pipe (2) which is located in the receiving cavity (13).
2. The vehicle antifreeze water tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a cover (3), which is groove-shaped and matches the shape of the box (1). The box (1) is located in the cover (3). The cover (3) has a through hole (31) corresponding to the water outlet (12). There is a gap (4) between the box (1) and the cover (3), and the gap (4) is filled with heat insulation material.
3. The vehicle antifreeze water tank according to claim 2, characterized in that: The receiving cavity (13) is U-shaped, and the two openings of the receiving cavity (13) are located on the upper surface of the box body (1). The heat pipe (2) is inserted into the receiving cavity (13), and both ends of the heat pipe (2) extend out of the openings.
4. A vehicle antifreeze water tank according to claim 3, characterized in that: It also includes a fixing strip (5), which is sandwiched between the cover (3) and the box (1). The fixing strip (5) has a first mounting hole (51), the box (1) has a second mounting hole (14) at the bottom, and the cover (3) has a third mounting hole (32) at the bottom. The second mounting hole (14), the first mounting hole (51) and the third mounting hole (32) are on the same center line. Screws are screwed into the third mounting hole (32), the first mounting hole (51) and the second mounting hole (14) in sequence to install the cover (3), the fixing strip (5) and the box (1) together.
5. A vehicle antifreeze water tank according to claim 4, characterized in that: The fixing strip (5) extends upward along the side of the box (1), and the end of the fixing strip (5) is provided with a mounting ear (52).
6. A vehicle antifreeze water tank according to claim 5, characterized in that: The box (1) is also provided with an inspection port (15) and an inspection port cover (16). The inspection port cover (16) covers the inspection port (15), and a water level sensor (17) is provided on the inspection port cover (16). The water level sensor (17) extends into the box (1).
7. A vehicle antifreeze water tank according to claim 6, characterized in that: The upper side of the box (1) is provided with a boss (18), and the inspection port (15) and the water inlet (11) are both provided on the boss (18).
8. A vehicle antifreeze water tank according to claim 7, characterized in that: The box (1) has a recess (19) on its lower side, and the cover (3) that matches the box (1) has a protrusion (33) at the corresponding position.
9. A vehicle antifreeze water tank according to claim 2, characterized in that: The upper edge of the cover (3) is provided with a fourth mounting hole (34).
10. A vehicle antifreeze water tank according to any one of claims 1-9, characterized in that: The vehicle can be one of the following: recreational vehicle, campervan, mobile vending vehicle, special-purpose vehicle, or emergency rescue vehicle.