Anti-freezing device for air supply air conditioner in winter

By installing a heating circulator and a heating medium circulation system inside the outdoor unit of the air conditioner, the problem of freezing of the outdoor unit is solved, heating efficiency is improved and energy consumption is reduced.

CN223965511UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-03SUZHOU TIANCHENG PAINTING EQUIP ENG CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-04-09
Publication Date
2026-03-03

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Technical Problem

When traditional air conditioning systems are running in winter, improper mixing of hot and cold air can lead to localized low-temperature zones, a high risk of coil freezing, and severe external frost and ice buildup, which affects heating efficiency and increases energy consumption.

Method used

A heating circulator is installed inside the outdoor unit of the air conditioner, including a protective shell, main controller, thermostat, heating cover and circulation pump. It prevents the heat dissipation copper pipe from freezing by circulating the heating medium. The heating resistance wire and heating tube are used to quickly heat the medium and circulate it into the heat dissipation copper pipe through the circulation pump.

Benefits of technology

It effectively prevents the heat dissipation copper pipes from freezing, maintains refrigerant flow, avoids frost and ice formation, improves heating efficiency, and reduces energy consumption.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of air temperature adjusting equipment, and discloses a winter air supply air conditioner anti-freezing device which comprises a heating circulator and heat dissipation copper pipes, the heating circulator is fixedly installed in an air conditioner outdoor unit shell, the heat dissipation copper pipes are arranged in a plurality of heat dissipation fins in the air conditioner outdoor unit shell in a coiled mode, and the heating circulator further comprises a protection shell. A master controller is fixedly installed on the outer side of the protective shell, and a temperature controller is further fixedly installed on the protective shell located above the master controller. The heating circulator is arranged in the outdoor unit of the air conditioner, the heating circulator is composed of the protective shell, the main controller, the temperature controller, the heating cover, the circulating pump, the heating pipe and the like, the inner pipe is arranged in the heat dissipation copper pipe, and therefore the inner pipe can normally circulate refrigerants; and the heat dissipation copper pipe and the cavity in the inner pipe circularly heat the medium through the cooperation of the two connecting pipes and the heating circulator, so that the condition that the refrigerant in the heat dissipation copper pipe is frozen is prevented under the condition that the outdoor environment temperature is relatively low.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of air temperature regulation equipment, and in particular to a winter air supply air conditioner antifreeze device. Background Technology

[0002] Traditional air conditioning systems often fail to adequately consider the mixing of hot and cold air during design. During operation, the airflow organization inside the outdoor unit is not optimal, allowing cold air from the bottom to blow directly onto the coils. This causes a sharp drop in temperature in certain areas of the coils, creating localized low-temperature zones. Even if the overall ambient temperature monitored by the air conditioning system meets the preset standard, the existence of these localized low-temperature zones still exposes the coils to a high risk of freezing.

[0003] In addition, the external environment of the air conditioner's outdoor unit coil is harsh when the temperature is low in winter. Water vapor in the outdoor air easily condenses into frost when it encounters the low-temperature coil. Over time, the frost layer accumulates and eventually develops into ice. At the same time, in heating mode, the outdoor unit coil acts as an evaporator, and the refrigerant inside absorbs heat to evaporate. This further lowers the surface temperature of the coil, exacerbating the frost and ice formation. Once the coil freezes, it will not only affect the heating efficiency of the air conditioner and increase energy consumption, but may also damage the air conditioning equipment in severe cases. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a winter air-conditioning antifreeze device that can effectively solve the problems in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0006] A winter-cooled air conditioner antifreeze device includes a heating circulator and a heat dissipation copper pipe. The heating circulator is fixedly installed inside the outdoor unit housing of the air conditioner. The heat dissipation copper pipe is coiled in multiple heat dissipation fins inside the outdoor unit housing. The heating circulator also includes a protective shell. A main controller is fixedly installed on the outside of the protective shell. A thermostat is also fixedly installed on the protective shell above the main controller. The thermostat is electrically connected to the main controller via a connecting wire. A heating cover is fixedly installed inside the protective shell. A circulation pump is also fixedly installed inside the protective shell above the heating cover. The circulation pump is electrically connected to the main controller via a connecting wire. An inner tube is fixedly installed inside the heat dissipation copper pipe.

[0007] As a further preferred embodiment of this utility model, a heating resistance wire is fixedly installed on the outside of the heating cover, and the heating resistance wire is wound along the outer contour of the heating cover. The two ends of the heating resistance wire are electrically connected to the main control board inside the temperature controller.

[0008] As a further preferred embodiment of this utility model, one end of the circulating pump is fixedly installed with a liquid inlet.

[0009] As a further preferred embodiment of this utility model, a heating tube is inserted and installed inside the heating cover, and the outer surface of the heating tube is coated with thermally conductive silicone grease. One end of the heating tube is fixedly connected to one end of the circulating pump, and the other end of the heating tube is fixedly installed with a liquid outlet. The heating tube is positioned and installed inside the heating cover, and the medium flowing through the heating tube can be rapidly heated through the cooperation of the temperature controller and the heating resistance wire.

[0010] As a further preferred embodiment of this utility model, two connecting pipes are fixedly installed on the outside of the heat dissipation copper pipe, and the connecting pipes are connected to the inner cavity of the heat dissipation copper pipe. One end of one of the connecting pipes is fixedly connected to the liquid inlet end, and the other end of the connecting pipe is fixedly connected to the liquid outlet end.

[0011] As a further preferred embodiment of this utility model, a plurality of first partitions are fixedly connected between the inner tube and the heat dissipation copper tube, and a plurality of second partitions are fixedly connected between the inner tube and the heat dissipation copper tube located between the two connecting tubes. Sealing rings are fixedly connected to both ends of the plurality of second partitions and the inner tube. The inner tube is set inside the heat dissipation copper tube, and the refrigerant of the air conditioner can be circulated normally in the inner tube through the second partitions and the sealing rings. The cavity between the inner tube and the heat dissipation copper tube is separated by the second partitions and the sealing rings, and the heating medium is circulated by the cooperation of the two connecting tubes and the heating circulator.

[0012] As a further preferred embodiment of this utility model, the cavity between the heat dissipation copper tube and the inner tube, as well as the connecting tube and the heating tube, are filled with a heating medium.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0014] In this invention, a heating circulator is installed inside the outdoor unit of the air conditioner. The heating circulator consists of a protective shell, a main controller, a thermostat, a heating cover, a circulation pump, and a heating pipe. An inner tube is installed inside the heat dissipation copper pipe, which allows the refrigerant to circulate normally. The heat dissipation copper pipe and the cavity inside the inner tube circulate the heating medium through two connecting pipes and the cooperation of the heating circulator. This prevents the refrigerant inside the heat dissipation copper pipe from freezing when the outdoor ambient temperature is low. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure assembly of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the heating circulator structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the heating circulator of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the heat dissipation copper pipe and connecting pipe of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the inner tube layout structure of this utility model.

[0021] In the diagram: 1. Heating circulator; 2. Heat dissipation copper tube; 3. Protective shell; 4. Main controller; 5. Temperature controller; 6. Heating cover; 7. Circulation pump; 8. Inner tube; 9. Connecting tube; 10. Heating resistance wire; 11. Liquid inlet; 12. Liquid outlet; 13. Heating tube; 14. First partition; 15. Second partition; 16. Sealing ring. Detailed Implementation

[0022] To make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model will be further described below in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0023] like Figures 1-6 As shown, the present invention provides a winter air-conditioning antifreeze device, including a heating circulator 1 and a heat dissipation copper pipe 2. The heating circulator 1 is fixedly installed inside the outdoor unit housing of the air conditioner, and the heat dissipation copper pipe 2 is coiled in multiple heat dissipation fins inside the outdoor unit housing of the air conditioner. The heating circulator 1 also includes a protective shell 3. A main controller 4 is fixedly installed on the outside of the protective shell 3. A thermostat 5 is also fixedly installed on the protective shell 3 above the main controller 4, and the thermostat 5 is electrically connected to the main controller 4 through a connecting wire. A heating cover 6 is fixedly installed inside the protective shell 3. A circulation pump 7 is also fixedly installed inside the protective shell 3 above the heating cover 6, and the circulation pump 7 is electrically connected to the main controller 4 through a connecting wire. An inner pipe 8 is fixedly installed inside the heat dissipation copper pipe 2.

[0024] like Figures 3-4As shown, a heating resistance wire 10 is fixedly installed on the outside of the heating cover 6, and the heating resistance wire 10 is wound around the outer contour of the heating cover 6. The two ends of the heating resistance wire 10 are electrically connected to the main control board inside the temperature controller 5. One end of the circulation pump 7 is fixedly installed with a liquid inlet 11. A heating tube 13 is inserted inside the heating cover 6, and the outer surface of the heating tube 13 is coated with thermal conductive silicone grease. One end of the heating tube 13 is fixedly connected to one end of the circulation pump 7, and the other end of the heating tube 13 is fixedly installed with a liquid outlet 12. The heating tube 13 is positioned and installed inside the heating cover 6. Through the cooperation of the temperature controller 5 and the heating resistance wire 10, the medium flowing through the heating tube 13 can be rapidly heated. Two connecting pipes 9 are fixedly installed on the outside of the heat dissipation copper tube 2, and the connecting pipes 9 are connected to the inner cavity of the heat dissipation copper tube 2. One end of one connecting pipe 9 is fixedly connected to the liquid inlet 11, and the other end of the connecting pipe 9 is fixedly connected to the liquid outlet 12.

[0025] like Figure 2 , Figures 5-6 As shown, multiple first partitions 14 are fixedly connected between the inner tube 8 and the heat dissipation copper tube 2. Multiple second partitions 15 are fixedly connected between the inner tube 8 and the heat dissipation copper tube 2 located between the two connecting pipes 9. Sealing rings 16 are fixedly connected to both ends of the multiple second partitions 15 and the inner tube 8. The inner tube 8 is set inside the heat dissipation copper tube 2, and the refrigerant of the air conditioner can be circulated normally in the inner tube 8 through the second partitions 15 and the sealing rings 16. The cavity between the inner tube 8 and the heat dissipation copper tube 2 is separated by the second partitions 15 and the sealing rings 16, and the heating medium is circulated by the cooperation of the two connecting pipes 9 and the heating circulator 1. The cavity between the heat dissipation copper tube 2 and the inner tube 8, as well as the connecting pipes 9 and the heating pipe 13, are filled with heating medium.

[0026] It should be noted that this utility model is a winter-cooled air conditioner antifreeze device. When the air conditioner is running in winter and the outdoor temperature is low, causing frost to form on the heat dissipation copper pipe 2 of the outdoor unit and some of the refrigerant inside to freeze, the main controller 4 monitors the ambient temperature and refrigerant circulation. If the ambient temperature is too low and the refrigerant inside the heat dissipation copper pipe 2 may freeze, the main controller 4 will activate the thermostat 5. The heating resistance wire 10 wrapped around the outside of the heating cover 6 will be energized and heated under the control of the thermostat 5 to heat the heating tube 13 inside the heating cover 6. Furthermore, since the outer surface of the heating tube 13 is coated with thermally conductive silicone grease, it can absorb heat more efficiently. Then, the circulation pump 7 starts and extracts the heating medium from the cavity between the heat dissipation copper pipe 2 and the inner tube 8 through the liquid inlet 11. After being heated by the heating tube 13, it is sent back to the cavity between the heat dissipation copper pipe 2 and the inner tube 8 from the liquid outlet 12 and circulates. During this process, the heating medium continuously transfers heat to the heat dissipation copper pipe 2, keeping the heat dissipation copper pipe 2 at a certain temperature and preventing the refrigerant from freezing.

[0027] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claims. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A freeze protection device for a winter air supply air conditioner, characterized by: The utility model provides a heating circulator (1) and heat dissipation copper pipe (2) are included, heating circulator (1) fixed mounting in air conditioner outer casing, heat dissipation copper pipe (2) then disc installation in the multiple heat dissipation fin of air conditioner outer casing, heating circulator (1) still include protective housing (3), the main control unit (4) is fixedly installed on the outside of protective housing (3), the protective housing (3) still fixedly installed with temperature controller (5) at the place above main control unit (4), and temperature controller (5) is electrically connected with main control unit (4) through connecting line, heating cover (6) is fixedly installed in protective housing (3), circulating pump (7) is still fixedly installed in protective housing (3) at the place above heating cover (6), and circulating pump (7) is electrically connected with main control unit (4) through connecting line, heat dissipation copper pipe (2) fixedly installs inner tube (8) in.

2. The anti-freezing device for a winter air supply air conditioner according to claim 1, wherein: Heating resistance wire (10) is fixedly installed on the outside of heating cover (6), and heating resistance wire (10) is around the outside profile of heating cover (6), and the both ends of heating resistance wire (10) are electrically connected with the main control panel in temperature controller (5) respectively.

3. The anti-freezing device for a winter air supply air conditioner according to claim 2, wherein: Circulating pump (7) one end fixed mounting has liquid inlet end (11).

4. The anti-freezing device for a winter air supply air conditioner according to claim 2, wherein: Heating pipe (13) is installed in the heating cover (6), and the outer surface of heating pipe (13) is coated with heat-conducting silicon grease, one end of heating pipe (13) is fixedly connected to one end of circulating pump (7), and the other end of heating pipe (13) is fixedly installed with liquid outlet end (12).

5. The anti-freezing device for a winter air supply air conditioner according to claim 4, wherein: Two connecting pipes (9) are fixedly installed on the outside of heat dissipation copper pipe (2), and the connecting pipes (9) are communicated with the inner cavity of heat dissipation copper pipe (2), one end of one of the connecting pipes (9) is fixedly connected to the liquid inlet end (11), and one end of the other connecting pipe (9) is fixedly connected to the liquid outlet end (12).

6. The anti-freezing device for a winter air supply air conditioner according to claim 5, wherein: A plurality of first spacers (14) are fixedly connected between the inner tube (8) and the heat dissipation copper pipe (2), and a plurality of second spacers (15) are fixedly connected between the inner tube (8) and the heat dissipation copper pipe (2) between the two connecting pipes (9), and a sealing ring (16) is fixedly connected between the both ends of the second spacer (15) and the inner tube (8).

7. The anti-freezing device for a winter air supply air conditioner according to claim 5, wherein: The cavity between the heat dissipation copper pipe (2) and the inner tube (8), the connecting pipe (9) and the heating pipe (13) is filled with heating medium.