Top-out air-liquid refrigerator

By adopting a top-outlet design in the liquid cooler cabinet, separating the water-cooled compartment and the control compartment, and setting up a bent air outlet duct, cold air can be introduced horizontally and discharged vertically, which solves the problem of the large footprint of the liquid cooler cabinet, improves space utilization and reduces costs.

CN223771173UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-06CONTEMPORARY NEBULA TECH ENERGY CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520110929.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-17
Publication Date
2026-01-06
Estimated Expiration
2035-01-17

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The existing liquid cooler's front-inlet and rear-outlet design results in a large footprint and low space utilization, especially increasing costs when used in combination.

Method used

The cabinet adopts a top-outlet design, dividing the internal cavity into a water-cooled compartment and a control compartment arranged vertically. The water-cooled compartment has air inlets and bent air outlets at both ends. The cold air enters horizontally, undergoes heat exchange, and is then discharged vertically upwards, reducing the rear clearance to achieve back-to-back arrangement.

Benefits of technology

It improves space utilization, reduces the footprint required for liquid cooling cabinets, and lowers costs.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of energy storage equipment, in particular to a top-out air-liquid refrigerator, which comprises a refrigerator body, a water-cooling machine chamber and a control chamber, an air inlet is formed in the side wall of the water-cooling machine cabin; a notch is formed in the end, away from the air inlet, of the water cooling machine bin, a bent air outlet duct is arranged at the notch, an inlet is formed in the end, close to the air inlet, of the bent air outlet duct, and an air outlet is formed in the top of the bent air outlet duct. According to the top-out air-liquid refrigerator, the distance reserved at the rear part of the liquid refrigerator can be reduced, the back-to-back arrangement of the refrigerator body can be realized, and the space utilization rate is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of energy storage equipment technology, and in particular to a top-outlet liquid cooler. Background Technology

[0002] The structure of the liquid cooler can be referenced in Chinese Utility Model Patent Application No. CN202222189887.6, entitled "A Leak-Proof Liquid Cooler for Battery Packs". Existing liquid coolers use a front-inlet, rear-outlet airflow design for the liquid cooling unit and cabinet. Therefore, at least half a meter of space needs to be reserved at the rear of the cabinet to ensure effective heat dissipation. However, this design increases the footprint of the liquid cooler, resulting in extremely low space utilization, especially when used in combination, undoubtedly increasing costs. Utility Model Content

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a top-discharge liquid cooler that improves space utilization.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is: a top-discharge liquid cooler, comprising:

[0005] The cabinet's interior is divided into a water-cooled compartment and a control compartment, arranged vertically, by partitions.

[0006] The side wall of the water-cooled hopper is equipped with an air inlet;

[0007] The water-cooled hopper has an opening at the end furthest from the air inlet. A bent air outlet duct is provided at the opening. The end of the bent air outlet duct near the air inlet has an inlet, and the top of the bent air outlet duct has an air outlet.

[0008] Furthermore, the water-cooled hopper is equipped with baffles at the corresponding air inlets and outlets, and the baffles have ventilation mesh holes.

[0009] Furthermore, the cabinet includes an inner and outer frame and a skin, with partitions connected to the frame, and air inlets and openings located on the skin.

[0010] Furthermore, a backflow prevention plate is provided between the edge of the air inlet baffle and the frame.

[0011] Furthermore, the partitions, frames, and skin are welded.

[0012] Furthermore, there is a gap between the bottom of the bent air outlet duct and the partition, the bottom of the bent air outlet duct is provided with a guide port, the top surface of the partition is a slope, and the side wall of the cabinet is provided with a drain port at the lower end of the slope.

[0013] Furthermore, the angle between the top surface of the partition and the horizontal plane is less than or equal to 1.5°.

[0014] Furthermore, a water-cooled unit is installed inside the water-cooled refrigeration compartment.

[0015] Furthermore, the partition is provided with a bracket for supporting the water-cooled unit, and the bracket is provided with a front mounting plate and a rear pressure strip for fixing the water-cooled unit.

[0016] Furthermore, the control compartment is equipped with an electrical box and a main control box.

[0017] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: A top-discharge liquid-cooled cabinet uses a partition to divide the inner cavity of the cabinet into two parts: a water-cooled compartment and a control compartment. The two ends of the water-cooled compartment are respectively provided with an air inlet and a bent air outlet duct. Cold air enters the water-cooled compartment through the air inlet on the horizontal side, and heat exchange occurs when passing through the unit to achieve heat dissipation. The hot air after heat exchange then enters the bent air outlet duct through the inlet, and changes direction vertically upward through the bent air outlet duct before being discharged from the cabinet body through the air outlet. The top-discharge liquid-cooled cabinet of this utility model can reduce the distance reserved at the rear of the liquid-cooled cabinet arrangement, and can realize the back-to-back arrangement of the cabinets, improving the space utilization rate. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a top-vented liquid cooler.

[0019] Figure 2 This is the front view of the top-mounted liquid cooler.

[0020] Figure 3 This is another structural diagram of a top-vented liquid cooler;

[0021] Figure 4 This is another structural diagram of a top-vented liquid cooler;

[0022] Figure 5 An exploded view of a top-mounted refrigerated cabinet;

[0023] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of a top-vented liquid cooler.

[0024] Label Explanation:

[0025] 1. Cabinet; 11. Frame; 12. Skin; 13. Backdraft panel; 14. Drain outlet; 2. Partition; 21. Bracket; 211. Front mounting plate; 212. Rear pressure strip; 3. Water-cooled unit compartment; 31. Air inlet; 311. Baffle; 3111. Ventilation mesh; 32. Notch; 33. Bent air outlet duct; 331. Inlet; 332. Air outlet; 333. Air guide; 4. Control compartment; 5. Water-cooled unit. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To explain in detail the technical content, objectives, and effects of this utility model, the following description is provided in conjunction with the embodiments and accompanying drawings.

[0027] Please refer to Figures 1 to 2 As shown, a top-discharge liquid cooler of this utility model includes:

[0028] Cabinet 1, the inner cavity is divided into a water-cooled machine compartment 3 and a control compartment 4 arranged vertically by a partition 2;

[0029] The side wall of the water-cooled hopper 3 is provided with an air inlet 31;

[0030] The water-cooled hopper 3 has a notch 32 at the end away from the air inlet 31. A bent air outlet duct 33 is provided at the notch 32. An inlet 331 is provided at the end of the bent air outlet duct 33 near the air inlet 31. An air outlet 332 is provided at the top of the bent air outlet duct 33.

[0031] As can be seen from the above description, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: A top-outlet liquid-cooled cabinet uses a partition 2 to divide the inner cavity of the cabinet 1 into two parts: a water-cooled compartment 3 and a control compartment 4. The two ends of the water-cooled compartment 3 are respectively provided with an air inlet 31 and a bent air outlet duct 33. Cold air enters the water-cooled compartment 3 through the air inlet 31 on the horizontal side, and heat exchange occurs when passing through the unit to achieve heat dissipation. The hot air after heat exchange then enters the bent air outlet duct 33 through the inlet 331, and changes direction vertically upward through the bent air outlet duct 33 before being discharged from the cabinet 1 through the air outlet 332. The top-outlet liquid-cooled cabinet of this utility model can reduce the distance reserved at the rear of the liquid-cooled cabinet arrangement, and can realize the back-to-back arrangement of the cabinets 1, thereby improving the space utilization rate.

[0032] In an optional embodiment, the water-cooled hopper 3 is provided with baffles 311 at the positions corresponding to the air inlet 31 and the air outlet 332, and the baffles 311 are provided with ventilation mesh holes 3111.

[0033] As can be seen from the above description, the baffle 311 with ventilation mesh 3111 has both protection and dust prevention functions, and can also achieve ventilation and heat dissipation effects.

[0034] In an optional embodiment, the cabinet 1 includes an inner and outer frame 11 and a skin 12, the partition 2 is connected to the frame 11, and the air inlet 31 and the notch 32 are both provided on the skin 12.

[0035] As can be seen from the above description, the frame 11 serves a supporting function, while the skin 12 covers the outside and serves a protective function.

[0036] In an optional embodiment, a backflow prevention plate 13 is provided between the edge of the baffle 311 of the air inlet 31 and the frame 11.

[0037] As can be seen from the above description, the function of the anti-return air plate 13 is to reduce the hot air from the water-cooled unit 5 flowing back to the front air inlet.

[0038] In an alternative embodiment, the partition 2, frame 11, and skin 12 are welded together.

[0039] In an optional embodiment, there is a gap between the bottom of the bent air outlet duct 33 and the partition 2, the bottom of the bent air outlet duct 33 is provided with a guide port 333, the top surface of the partition 2 is a slope, and the side wall of the cabinet 1 is provided with a drain port 14 at the lower end of the slope.

[0040] As can be seen from the above description, due to the top heat dissipation method, rainwater will pass through the air outlet 332 and flow downward along the air duct. Therefore, a gap is reserved between the bottom of the bent air outlet duct 33 and the partition 2. Water flows from the guide port 333 into the gap, and then flows along the inclined partition 2 to the drain port 14 and is discharged outside the cabinet 1.

[0041] In an optional embodiment, the angle between the top surface of the partition 2 and the horizontal plane is less than or equal to 1.5°.

[0042] As can be seen from the above description, experiments have shown that within the above angle range, both rapid and complete drainage can be achieved, while also meeting the needs of installation and heat dissipation.

[0043] In an optional embodiment, a water-cooled unit 5 is provided inside the water-cooled compartment 3.

[0044] In an optional embodiment, the partition 2 is provided with a bracket 21 for supporting the water-cooled unit 5, and the bracket 21 is provided with a front mounting plate 211 and a rear pressure strip 212 for fixing the water-cooled unit 5.

[0045] As can be seen from the above description, the water-cooled unit 5 is placed on the bracket 21 and positioned and fixed by the front mounting plate 211 and the rear pressure strip 212 to ensure structural stability.

[0046] In an optional embodiment, the control compartment 4 is equipped with an electrical box and a main control box.

[0047] As can be seen from the above description, the upper part of the cabinet 1 houses the water-cooled unit 5, and the lower part houses the discharge box and the main control box. The partition 2 is used to separate the water-cooled unit 5 compartment from the bottom battery compartment.

[0048] Please refer to Figures 1 to 2 As shown, Embodiment 1 of this utility model is: a top-discharge liquid cooler, comprising:

[0049] Cabinet 1, the inner cavity is divided into a water-cooled machine compartment 3 and a control compartment 4 arranged vertically by a partition 2;

[0050] The side wall of the water-cooled hopper 3 is provided with an air inlet 31;

[0051] The water-cooled hopper 3 has a notch 32 at the end away from the air inlet 31. A bent air outlet duct 33 is provided at the notch 32. The bent air outlet duct 33 is a hollow shell with openings at both ends. An inlet 331 is provided at the end of the bent air outlet duct 33 near the air inlet 31. An air outlet 332 is provided at the top of the bent air outlet duct 33.

[0052] The water-cooled duct 3 has baffles 311 bolted to the corresponding air inlets 31 and outlets 332, with ventilation mesh holes 3111 on the baffles 3111. The cabinet 1 includes an inner and outer frame 11 and a skin 12. The frame 11 is welded together from horizontal beams, vertical beams, and columns. The partition 2 is bolted to the vertical beams. The air inlets 31 and notches 32 are both located on the skin 12. A backflow preventer 13 is provided between the edge of the baffle 311 of the air inlet 31 and the frame 11. The partition 2, frame 11, and skin 12 are welded together. There is a 15mm gap between the bottom of the bent air outlet duct 33 and the partition 2. The bottom of the bent air outlet duct 33 is provided with a guide port 333. The top surface of the partition 2 is sloping, and the side wall of the cabinet 1 is provided with a drain outlet 14 at the lower end of the sloping surface. The angle between the top surface of the partition 2 and the horizontal plane is less than or equal to 1.5°. The water-cooled unit 5 is housed within the water-cooled compartment 3. The cooling water pipes of the water-cooled unit 5 pass through the partition 2 using sealed connectors and extend into the control compartment 4. The wiring harness between the water-cooled compartment 3 and the control compartment 4 also uses IP54-compliant sealed connectors. The partition 2 has a bracket 21 for supporting the water-cooled unit 5. The bracket 21 has a front mounting plate 211 and a rear pressure strip 212 for fixing the water-cooled unit 5. The front mounting plate 211 is bolted to the bracket 21. The control compartment 4 houses the electrical box and the main control box.

[0053] In summary, the top-discharge liquid-cooled cabinet of this invention uses a partition to divide the inner cavity of the cabinet into two parts: a water-cooled unit compartment and a control compartment. Air inlets and bent air outlet ducts are respectively located at both ends of the water-cooled unit compartment. Cold air enters the water-cooled unit compartment through the horizontal air inlet, undergoes heat exchange as it passes through the unit to dissipate heat, and then the hot air enters the bent air outlet duct through the inlet, changes direction, and is discharged vertically upwards from the outlet. This top-discharge liquid-cooled cabinet reduces the rear clearance required for liquid-cooled cabinet placement, allowing for back-to-back cabinet arrangements and improving space utilization.

[0054] The above description is merely an embodiment of this utility model and does not limit the patent scope of this utility model. Any equivalent modifications made based on the content of this utility model specification and drawings, or direct or indirect applications in related technical fields, are similarly included within the patent protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A push-out air-cooled refrigerator characterized by, The utility model relates to a water-cooled computer cabinet. The cabinet body is divided into a water-cooled computer compartment and a control compartment by a partition plate. The side wall of the water-cooled computer compartment is provided with an air inlet. The water-cooled computer compartment is provided with an opening at the end far from the air inlet.

2. The push-out air cooling refrigerator according to claim 1, wherein The opening is provided with a bent air outlet air duct.

3. The pusher air-cooled refrigerator according to claim 2, characterized in that, The bent air outlet air duct is provided with an air inlet at the end close to the air inlet.

4. The pusher air-cooled refrigerator according to claim 3, wherein The top of the bent air outlet air duct is provided with an air outlet.

5. The pusher air-cooled refrigerator according to claim 3, wherein The water-cooled computer compartment is provided with a baffle at the positions corresponding to the air inlet and the air outlet.

6. The push air liquid cooler according to claim 1, wherein, The baffle is provided with a ventilation mesh.

7. The pusher air-cooled refrigerator according to claim 6, characterized in that, The cabinet body comprises an inner frame and an outer skin.

8. The pusher air-cooled refrigerator according to claim 1, wherein The partition plate is connected with the frame.

9. The top air blown liquid chiller of claim 8, wherein, The air inlet and the opening are arranged on the skin.

10. The pusher air-cooled refrigerator according to claim 1, wherein The edge of the baffle of the air inlet is provided with an air return prevention plate between the frame. The partition plate, the frame and the skin are welded. The bottom of the bent air outlet air duct is provided with a gap with the partition plate. The bottom of the bent air outlet air duct is provided with a flow guide opening. The top surface of the partition plate is inclined. The side wall of the cabinet body is provided with a drain at the lower end of the inclined surface. The angle between the top surface of the partition plate and the horizontal plane is less than or equal to 1.5°. The water-cooled computer compartment is provided with a water-cooled computer unit. The partition plate is provided with a bracket for supporting the water-cooled computer unit. The bracket is provided with a front mounting plate and a rear pressing strip for fixing the water-cooled computer unit. The control compartment is provided with an electrical box and a main control box.

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