Cooling circulation and waste heat recovery device of air compressor
By using an air compressor cooling cycle and waste heat recovery device, the problem of waste heat recovery in the air compressor cooling cycle is solved, realizing the effective utilization of waste heat and stable operation of the equipment, thereby improving service life and work efficiency.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-08
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-03
AI Technical Summary
Existing air compressor units cannot simultaneously recover waste heat during the cooling cycle, resulting in energy waste, equipment overheating, reduced service life and stability, and increased production costs.
An air compressor cooling circulation and waste heat recovery device was designed, including a support base plate, an empty casing, an air compressor, a waste heat recovery mechanism, an exchange box, and a quick installation and disassembly mechanism. Heat exchange is carried out through circulation pipes and heat dissipation pipes, and waste heat is used to heat water and store it in sections. The quick installation and disassembly mechanism facilitates component replacement.
It achieves effective recovery and utilization of waste heat, reduces energy waste, extends equipment life, improves stability and working efficiency, and reduces maintenance time.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of air compressor technology, and in particular to an air compressor cooling cycle and waste heat recovery device. Background Technology
[0002] In modern industrial production, air compressors are important power equipment and are widely used to drive various pneumatic tools and equipment. An air compressor is a mechanical device that compresses air to a higher pressure. The air compressor draws in air, compresses and stores it in a closed container, and then releases it at a higher pressure to drive various equipment and as an energy supply.
[0003] An air compressor unit mainly consists of a support base plate, an air compressor housing, and an air compressor. First, the support base plate provides a stable foundation for the air compressor unit. Then, the air compressor housing, as the external structure, protects the internal components and ensures smooth airflow. The air compressor is the core component, responsible for drawing in air and increasing its pressure through compression, thereby ensuring the generation and output of compressed air.
[0004] In the existing technology, some air compressor units typically use a single cooling method in their cooling system, mainly relying on water cooling and air cooling, which cannot simultaneously take into account the effective utilization of waste heat. This design not only limits the overall energy efficiency of the equipment but also increases production costs and affects the economic benefits of enterprises. In addition, under high load and long-term operation, the waste heat generated by the air compressor cannot be effectively recovered, which not only wastes energy but also causes the equipment to overheat, reducing its service life and stability. To address the above problems, an air compressor cooling circulation and waste heat recovery device is proposed. Utility Model Content
[0005] To overcome the above deficiencies, this utility model provides an air compressor cooling cycle and waste heat recovery device, which aims to improve the problem that some existing devices cannot simultaneously recover waste heat during the cooling cycle.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0007] An air compressor cooling circulation and waste heat recovery device includes a support base plate, an air compressor housing fixedly connected to the top of the support base plate, an air compressor fixedly connected inside the air compressor housing, a waste heat recovery mechanism fixedly connected to the top of the support base plate, an exchange box fixedly connected to the top of the support base plate, and a quick installation and disassembly mechanism fixedly connected to the outside of the exchange box.
[0008] The waste heat recovery mechanism includes a circulation pipe, the outside of which is fixedly connected to the inside of the exchange box. A water inlet pipe is fixedly connected to the bottom of the circulation pipe, a second water outlet pump is fixedly connected to the outside of the water inlet pipe, a second water outlet pipe is fixedly connected to the top of the circulation pipe, a circulation box is fixedly connected to the top of the support base plate, the outside of the second water outlet pipe is fixedly connected to the top inside of the circulation box, the outside of the water inlet pipe is fixedly connected to the bottom inside of the circulation box, and a cooling assembly is fixedly connected to the inside of the exchange box.
[0009] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0010] The cooling assembly includes a guide plate, the outside of which is fixedly connected to the inside of the exchange box. An exchange block is fixedly connected to the inside of the exchange box, and multiple heat dissipation pipes are fixedly connected to the inside of the exchange box. A partitioning assembly is fixedly connected to the inside of the circulation box.
[0011] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0012] The partitioning component includes an isolation plate, the upper and lower sides of which are fixedly connected to the inside of the circulation box, and a storage box is fixedly connected to the top of the support base plate.
[0013] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0014] The quick installation and disassembly mechanism includes two L-shaped connecting plates and a connecting top plate. The inner sides of the two L-shaped connecting plates are fixedly connected to the outside of the exchange box. Multiple connecting blocks are slidably connected to the top of the connecting top plate. A connecting fixing plate is fixedly connected inside every two connecting blocks. The connecting blocks are rotatably connected to both sides of the L-shaped connecting plate. A limiting post is fixedly connected to the bottom of the connecting fixing plate. The limiting post is slidably connected to the top of the connecting top plate.
[0015] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0016] The circulation tank is fixedly connected to a first water outlet pipe, and a first water inlet pump is fixedly connected to the outside of the first water outlet pipe. The other end of the first water outlet pipe is fixedly connected to the inside of the storage tank.
[0017] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0018] The bottom of the first water outlet pipe is fixedly connected to the top of the supporting base plate, and the bottom of the second water outlet pump is fixedly connected to the top of the supporting base plate.
[0019] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0020] A connecting filter plate is fixedly connected to the top of the circulation tank, and a water inlet is slidably connected inside the connecting filter plate;
[0021] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0022] The air compressor is fixedly connected to a return pipe and an inlet hose. The other end of the return pipe and the other end of the inlet hose are fixedly connected inside the exchange box.
[0023] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0024] 1. In this utility model, the air compressor enters the interior of the heat exchange box, and at the same time, the air enters the interior of the heat exchange block through the guide plate for heat exchange. Simultaneously, water is drawn from the circulation box and enters the interior of the circulation pipe. The water is heated by the residual heat in the heat exchange box, so that the water enters the other half of the circulation box. The isolation plate divides the circulation box into two areas, and the water enters the interior of the storage box through the first outlet pipe for collection. This reduces energy waste, ensures stable water temperature, reduces costs, and increases service life and stability.
[0025] 2. In this utility model, by moving the connecting fixing plate, the connecting block is driven to rotate outside the L-shaped connecting plate, while the limiting post is limited inside the connecting top plate. This allows for quick installation and separation of the connecting top plate and the exchange box, enabling rapid replacement of internal components. This convenient and quick replacement of internal components reduces maintenance time, improves work efficiency, and ensures rapid response and long-term stable operation of the equipment. Attached Figure Description
[0026] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of an air compressor cooling cycle and waste heat recovery device proposed in this utility model;
[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the storage tank of an air compressor cooling cycle and waste heat recovery device proposed in this utility model;
[0028] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the return pipe of an air compressor cooling cycle and waste heat recovery device proposed in this utility model;
[0029] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the connecting plate of an air compressor cooling cycle and waste heat recovery device proposed in this utility model;
[0030] Figure 5 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of point A in the middle.
[0031] Legend:
[0032] 1. Support base plate; 2. Empty casing; 3. Exchange box; 4. Circulation box; 5. Storage box; 6. Air compressor; 7. Inlet hose; 8. Isolation plate; 9. Guide plate; 10. Exchange block; 11. Heat dissipation pipe; 12. Water inlet pipe; 13. First water outlet pipe; 14. First water inlet pump; 15. Circulation pipe; 16. Second water outlet pump; 17. L-shaped connecting plate; 18. Second water outlet pipe; 19. Water inlet; 20. Connecting filter plate; 21. Return pipe; 22. Connecting block; 23. Connecting top plate; 24. Limiting post; 25. Connecting fixing plate. Detailed Implementation
[0033] 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.
[0034] Reference Figures 1 to 3 This utility model provides an embodiment of an air compressor cooling circulation and waste heat recovery device, including a supporting base plate 1. The supporting base plate 1 serves as the fundamental load-bearing structure of the entire device, possessing sufficient strength and stability to support the weight of the air compressor 6, ensuring that the device does not shift or shake during operation, thus extending the device's service life. An air compressor housing 2 is fixedly connected to the top of the supporting base plate 1. The air compressor housing 2 not only protects the air compressor 6 from external collisions and dust intrusion but also provides a certain degree of noise reduction during operation, minimizing the noise impact on the surrounding environment. The air compressor 6 is fixedly connected inside the air compressor housing 2, and a waste heat recovery mechanism is fixedly connected to the top of the supporting base plate 1. The waste heat recovery mechanism includes a circulation pipe 15, which can efficiently absorb the heat generated by the operation of the air compressor 6. The outside of the circulation pipe 15 is fixedly connected to the inside of the heat exchange box 3. The bottom of the circulation pipe 15 is fixedly connected to a water inlet pipe 12, which is responsible for pressurizing the hot water in the circulation pipe 15 into the circulation box 4. The outside of the water inlet pipe 12 is fixedly connected to a second water outlet pump 16. The top of the circulation pipe 15 is fixedly connected to a second water outlet pipe 18, which is responsible for pressurizing the cooling water in the circulation box 4 into the water inlet pipe 12 and then into the circulation pipe 15. The top of the support base plate 1 is fixedly connected to the circulation box 4. The outside of the second water outlet pipe 18 is fixedly connected to the inside of the top of the circulation box 4. The outside of the water inlet pipe 12 is fixedly connected to the inside of the bottom of the circulation box 4.
[0035] A cooling assembly is fixedly connected inside the heat exchange tank 3. This assembly includes a guide plate 9, which guides the flow of cooling water within the tank, ensuring even contact with the circulation pipe 15 and the heat dissipation pipe 11, thus improving cooling efficiency. The guide plate 9 is externally fixedly connected inside the heat exchange tank 3. An heat exchange block 10 is also fixedly connected inside the tank, further enhancing heat exchange and allowing the hot water in the circulation pipe 15 to fully exchange heat with the cooling medium in the heat exchange tank 3. This facilitates rapid heat transfer and improves heat exchange efficiency. Multiple heat dissipation pipes 11 are also fixedly connected inside the heat exchange tank 3, increasing the heat dissipation area. The heat dissipation pipes 11 can... The heat in the heat exchange tank 3 can be quickly dissipated to the surrounding environment. The internal part of the circulation tank 4 is fixedly connected to a partition component, which facilitates the connection with the inlet pipe 12 and the second outlet pipe 18. The material of the circulation tank 4 has good corrosion resistance and sealing performance to prevent the leakage of cooling medium. The partition component includes an isolation plate 8, which divides the tank into different areas for storing different types of water. The upper and lower sides of the isolation plate 8 are fixedly connected to the inside of the circulation tank 4. The top of the support base plate 1 is fixedly connected to a storage tank 5, which is used to store the hot water generated after waste heat recovery. The top of the support base plate 1 is fixedly connected to the heat exchange tank 3. The external part of the heat exchange tank 3 is fixedly connected to a quick installation and disassembly mechanism.
[0036] Reference Figure 4 and Figure 5 The quick installation and disassembly mechanism includes two L-shaped connecting plates 17 and a connecting top plate 23. The L-shaped connecting plates 17 can withstand the weight of the exchange box 3 and the external forces generated during installation and disassembly. The inner sides of the two L-shaped connecting plates 17 are fixedly connected to the outside of the exchange box 3. Multiple connecting blocks 22 are slidably connected to the top of the connecting top plate 23. A connecting fixing plate 25 is fixedly connected inside each pair of connecting blocks 22. The connecting blocks 22 are rotatably connected to both sides of the L-shaped connecting plates 17. The design of the connecting blocks 22 makes it easy to adjust their position during installation and disassembly of the exchange box 3 to adapt to different installation requirements. The bottom of the connecting fixing plate 25 is fixedly connected to a limiting post 24. The limiting post 24 is slidably connected to the top of the connecting top plate 23. During installation, by adjusting the position of the connecting blocks 22, the limiting post 24 is aligned with the corresponding position on the connecting top plate 23. Then, the connecting fixing plate 25 is fixed, and the installation of the connecting top plate 23 and the exchange box 3 can be completed. During disassembly, the connecting top plate 23 can be easily removed by reversing the operation, which greatly improves the efficiency of installation and disassembly.
[0037] A first outlet pipe 13 is fixedly connected inside the circulation tank 4, and a first inlet pump 14 is fixedly connected to the outside of the first outlet pipe 13. The bottom of the first outlet pipe 13 is fixed to the top of the supporting base plate 1 to ensure the stability of the pipe. The first inlet pump 14 is installed on the first outlet pipe 13 and fixed to the top of the supporting base plate 1. The first inlet pump 14 is responsible for pumping the hot water in the circulation tank 4 after heat exchange into the storage tank 5. Its working performance is stable and can ensure the efficiency of hot water delivery. The other end of the first outlet pipe 13 is fixedly connected to the inside of the storage tank 5, and the bottom of the first outlet pipe 13 is fixedly connected to the top of the supporting base plate 1. The bottom of the second outlet pump 16 is fixedly connected to the top of the supporting base plate 1. A connecting filter plate 20 is fixedly connected to the top of the circulating box 4. An inlet 19 is slidably connected inside the connecting filter plate 20. The connecting filter plate 20 can filter the cooling medium entering the circulating box 4, remove impurities, and ensure the cleanliness of the cooling medium, thereby improving the operational stability and service life of the device. The inlet 19 facilitates connection to an external water source. At the same time, during the sliding connection with the connecting filter plate 20, the sealing of the connection can be ensured to prevent impurities from entering the circulating box 4. A return pipe 21 is fixedly connected inside the air compressor 6. An inlet hose 7 is fixedly connected inside the air compressor 6. The other end of the return pipe 21 and the other end of the inlet hose 7 are fixedly connected inside the exchange box 3.
[0038] Working principle: First, the heat generated by the air compressor 6 during operation enters the inside of the hose 7. After the heat exchange is completed, it enters the air compressor 6 through the return pipe 21, maintaining the temperature balance inside the air compressor 6 and reducing the impact on the equipment's service life. In the heat exchange box 3, the heat is guided by the guide plate 9 and enters the heat exchange block 10 for heat exchange. At the same time, the water in the circulation box 4 is drawn into the circulation pipe 15 through the second outlet pipe 18. The circulation pipe 15 absorbs the residual heat in the heat exchange box 3, raising the water temperature. The heated water returns to the other side of the circulation box 4 through the inlet pipe 12. The isolation plate 8 divides the circulation box 4 into two areas to ensure that the hot and cold water flow separately and do not affect each other.
[0039] The hot water after heat exchange is pumped into the storage tank 5 by the first inlet pump 14 through the first outlet pipe 13. In addition, the heat dissipation pipe 11 in the exchange tank 3 absorbs excess heat to ensure system temperature balance. The cooling medium enters the circulation tank 4 through the connecting filter plate 20 and the inlet 19. The connecting filter plate 20 removes impurities to ensure the cleanliness of the cooling medium, thereby recovering waste heat when the air compressor 6 is in cooling circulation.
[0040] Secondly, by moving the connecting fixing plate 25, the connecting block 22 is driven to rotate outside the L-shaped connecting plate 17, and the limiting post 24 is limited inside the connecting top plate 23, thereby realizing the quick installation and separation of the exchange box 3, facilitating the replacement and maintenance of internal components, reducing maintenance time, improving work efficiency, and ensuring the rapid response and long-term stable operation of the equipment.
[0041] 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. An air compressor cooling circulation and waste heat recovery device, comprising a supporting base plate (1), characterized in that: The top of the support base plate (1) is fixedly connected to an empty casing (2), the inside of the empty casing (2) is fixedly connected to an air compressor (6), the top of the support base plate (1) is fixedly connected to a waste heat recovery mechanism, the top of the support base plate (1) is fixedly connected to an exchange box (3), and the outside of the exchange box (3) is fixedly connected to a quick installation and disassembly mechanism. The waste heat recovery mechanism includes a circulation pipe (15), the outside of which is fixedly connected to the inside of the exchange box (3). The bottom of the circulation pipe (15) is fixedly connected to a water inlet pipe (12), the outside of which is fixedly connected to a second water outlet pump (16), the top of the circulation pipe (15) is fixedly connected to a second water outlet pipe (18), the top of the support base plate (1) is fixedly connected to a circulation box (4), the outside of which is fixedly connected to the inside of the top of the circulation box (4), the outside of which is fixedly connected to the inside of the bottom of the circulation box (4), and a cooling assembly is fixedly connected inside the exchange box (3).
2. The air compressor cooling cycle and waste heat recovery device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cooling assembly includes a guide plate (9), the outside of which is fixedly connected to the inside of the exchange box (3), an exchange block (10) is fixedly connected to the inside of the exchange box (3), a plurality of heat dissipation pipes (11) are fixedly connected to the inside of the exchange box (3), and a partitioning component is fixedly connected to the inside of the circulation box (4).
3. The air compressor cooling cycle and waste heat recovery device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The partitioning component includes an isolation plate (8), the upper and lower sides of which are fixedly connected to the inside of the circulation box (4), and a storage box (5) is fixedly connected to the top of the support base plate (1).
4. The air compressor cooling cycle and waste heat recovery device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The quick installation and disassembly mechanism includes two L-shaped connecting plates (17) and a connecting top plate (23). The inner sides of the two L-shaped connecting plates (17) are fixedly connected to the outside of the exchange box (3). Multiple connecting blocks (22) are slidably connected to the top of the connecting top plate (23). A connecting fixing plate (25) is fixedly connected inside every two connecting blocks (22). The connecting blocks (22) are rotatably connected to both sides of the L-shaped connecting plates (17). A limiting post (24) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the connecting fixing plate (25). The limiting post (24) is slidably connected to the top of the connecting top plate (23).
5. The air compressor cooling circulation and waste heat recovery device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The circulation tank (4) is fixedly connected to a first water outlet pipe (13), and the first water outlet pipe (13) is fixedly connected to a first water inlet pump (14). The other end of the first water outlet pipe (13) is fixedly connected to the inside of the storage tank (5).
6. The air compressor cooling circulation and waste heat recovery device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The bottom of the first water outlet pipe (13) is fixedly connected to the top of the support base plate (1), and the bottom of the second water outlet pump (16) is fixedly connected to the top of the support base plate (1).
7. The air compressor cooling cycle and waste heat recovery device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the circulation tank (4) is fixedly connected to a connecting filter plate (20), and the inside of the connecting filter plate (20) is slidably connected to a water inlet (19).
8. The air compressor cooling cycle and waste heat recovery device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The air compressor (6) is fixedly connected to a return pipe (21) and an inlet hose (7). The other end of the return pipe (21) and the other end of the inlet hose (7) are fixedly connected inside the exchange box (3).