Refrigerated cabinet capable of preventing glass from condensing
By utilizing the waste heat from the refrigeration system to heat the air and combining it with intelligent control, the problem of condensation on the glass of the refrigerated cabinet was solved, achieving energy saving, uniform heating, and stable operation, thereby improving the user experience and extending the equipment's lifespan.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-20
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-10
AI Technical Summary
Traditional refrigerators suffer from high energy consumption, high maintenance costs, and uneven heating in preventing condensation on the glass. Furthermore, natural ventilation methods are not always effective in high humidity or low temperature environments.
The system utilizes the waste heat from the refrigeration system to heat the air through copper pipes. Combined with a circulating fan and airflow channels, the system uses the high temperature and high pressure of the refrigerant to heat the air. The circulating fan drives the airflow, and the system uses temperature sensors and controllers to achieve intelligent regulation, ensuring that the glass surface temperature is higher than the condensation point.
It effectively prevents glass condensation, reduces energy consumption, improves heating uniformity and equipment stability, reduces noise and vibration, and enhances user experience and equipment lifespan.
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Abstract
Description
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of refrigerators, in particular to a refrigerator capable of preventing glass condensation. BACKGROUND
[0002] As a common refrigeration equipment in commercial and household fields, refrigerators are widely used for storing and displaying food, medicine and other items. In order to facilitate the observation of the items in the refrigerator, a transparent glass cover is usually provided. However, during the operation of the refrigerator, condensation phenomenon is likely to occur on the surface of the glass cover due to the large temperature difference between the inside and outside of the refrigerator, which causes the glass to become foggy, affects the display effect, and may even cause inconvenience or safety hazards to the user.
[0003] Traditional refrigerators usually alleviate condensation by increasing the temperature inside the cabinet or reducing humidity, but these methods often sacrifice the refrigeration efficiency or increase the energy consumption. In the prior art, some refrigerators use electric heating to prevent glass condensation, such as applying a conductive film on the surface of the glass or setting up electric heating wires. Although this method can effectively heat the surface of the glass, it has the problems of high energy consumption, high maintenance cost and uneven heating. In addition, the electric heating system requires additional power supply and control device, which increases the complexity and manufacturing cost of the refrigerator. Some other solutions use natural ventilation or simple air circulation to reduce condensation, but these methods are limited by environmental conditions and have unstable effects, especially in high humidity or low temperature environments, which are difficult to meet the anti-condensation requirements.
[0004] In view of the above problems, there is an urgent need for an efficient, energy-saving and simple structure anti-condensation refrigerator. SUMMARY
[0005] The present application proposes a new anti-condensation scheme by utilizing the waste heat of the refrigeration system, combining with circulating air and intelligent control technology. Not only effectively solves the problem of glass condensation, but also reduces energy consumption and maintenance cost, suitable for various use scenarios. The design of the present application fully considers the actual operating environment of the refrigerator, aiming to provide a solution that takes into account the display effect and operating efficiency.
[0006] To achieve the above purpose, the utility model provides the following technical scheme: a refrigerator capable of preventing glass condensation, comprising a cabinet (13), further comprising:
[0007] A heat exchange box (1) is arranged in the cabinet (13), and a copper pipe (3) is arranged at the bottom of the heat exchange box (1), which is used to heat the air in the heat exchange box (1);
[0008] A circulating fan (2) is arranged in the heat exchange box (1), which is used to drive the circulation of air to heat the cold air;
[0009] A return air port (4) and an outlet air port (6) are communicated at two ends of the heat exchange box (1), and return air pipes (5) and outlet air pipes (7) are communicated at the two ends of the return air port (4) and the outlet air port (6) respectively.
[0010] A glass cover comprises inner glass (8) and outer glass (9), and an air flow channel (10) is arranged between the inner glass (8) and the outer glass (9), and the air flow channel (10) is communicated with the return air pipe (5) and the outlet air pipe (7) respectively.
[0011] Further, the cabinet (13) is provided with a compressor (11) and a radiator (12), the two ends of the copper pipe are connected with the compressor (11) and the radiator (12) respectively, and the copper pipe transmits high-temperature and high-pressure refrigerant gas containing a large amount of heat.
[0012] Further, the number of the return air port (4) and the outlet air port (6) is at least two.
[0013] Further, the copper pipe (3) is in contact with the bottom of the heat exchange box (1), the outer wall of the heat exchange box (1) is provided with a heat preservation layer, and the heat preservation layer is used for reducing heat loss in the heat exchange box (1).
[0014] Further, the air flow channel (10) is provided with a temperature sensor, the temperature sensor is electrically connected with a controller, and the return air pipe (5) and the outlet air pipe (7) are provided with electromagnetic valves, and the electromagnetic valves are electrically connected with the controller.
[0015] Further, the mounting positions of the circulating fan (2) and the heat exchange box (1) are provided with damping supports, and the damping supports are used for reducing vibration and noise during operation.
[0016] Further, the cabinet (13) is provided with an electric telescopic rod (14), the output end of the electric telescopic rod (14) is fixedly connected with the heat exchange box (1), the electric telescopic rod (14) can separate the heat exchange box (1) and the copper pipe (3), and the electric telescopic rod (14) is electrically connected with the controller.
[0017] Beneficial effects, the technical scheme of the application has the following technical effects:
[0018] 1. The present application provides a kind of refrigerators for preventing glass condensation, by setting copper pipe and circulating fan in heat exchange box, and using air flow channel to circulate heated air, effectively prevent the condensation phenomenon of glass cover.Copper pipe uses the waste heat of high temperature and high pressure refrigerant in refrigeration system to heat air, without additional electric heating device, significantly reduce energy consumption.Air flow channel is designed between inner glass and outer glass, ensure that heated air directly acts on glass surface, heating is uniform and high efficiency.Compared with traditional electric heating or natural ventilation scheme, the present application has obvious advantages in energy saving and condensation prevention effect.
[0019] 2, the present application realizes intelligent control of air temperature and flow by the cooperative work of temperature sensor, controller and electromagnetic valve.When the temperature of glass surface approaches condensation point, controller can automatically adjust the opening of electromagnetic valve or circulating fan speed, ensure that the air temperature in air flow channel always maintains in the range required for condensation prevention.In addition, the heat insulation layer and damping support of heat exchange box further improve the thermal efficiency and operation stability of the system, reduce the noise caused by heat loss and mechanical vibration, improve the service life and user experience of refrigerator.
[0020] 3, when condensation is not needed, the electric telescopic rod design of the present application can realize the separation of heat exchange box and copper pipe, the heat of copper pipe is radiated away, and then the heat exchange is stopped.The multi-point setting of gas inlet and gas outlet enhances the coverage range of air circulation.The present application has simple structure and strong adaptability, not only improves the display effect, but also provides a new technical path for efficient operation of commercial refrigeration equipment.
[0021] It should be understood that all combinations of the aforementioned concepts and additional concepts described in greater detail below can be seen as part of the utility model subject matter of the present disclosure, as long as such concepts are not mutually contradictory.
[0022] The aforementioned and other aspects, embodiments, and features of the present teachings can be understood more readily by reference to the following description in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Other aspects, features, and / or advantages of the present utility model will become apparent from the description that follows, and from the claims. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0023] The drawings are not intended to be to scale. In the drawings, each identical or nearly identical component that is illustrated in various figures is represented with a like numeral for clarity. Not all components can be called out in each drawing. Embodiments of various aspects of the present utility model will now be described, by way of example only, with reference to the drawings in which:
[0024] Figure 1 Structure schematic view for example 1.
[0025] Figure 2 It is a structural schematic diagram of Example 1.
[0026] Figure 3 It is a structural schematic diagram of Example 2.
[0027] In the figure, the meanings of the reference numerals are as follows: 1, heat exchange box; 2, circulating fan; 3, copper pipe; 4, air return port; 5, air return pipe; 6, air outlet port; 7, air outlet pipe; 8, inner layer glass; 9, outer layer glass; 10, air flow channel; 11, compressor; 12, radiator; 13, cabinet body; 14, electric telescopic rod. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0028] In order to better understand the technical content of the utility model, specific embodiments are described below in combination with the accompanying drawings. In the disclosure, aspects of the utility model are described with reference to the accompanying drawings, and many embodiments of the description are shown in the drawings. The embodiments of the disclosure are not necessarily defined in all aspects of the utility model. It should be understood that the various concepts and embodiments introduced above, as well as those concepts and embodiments described in more detail below, can be implemented in any one of many ways, because the concepts and embodiments disclosed by the utility model are not limited to any implementation. In addition, some aspects of the utility model can be used alone, or used in any appropriate combination with other aspects of the utility model.
[0029] Example 1
[0030] The embodiment provides a refrigeration cabinet for preventing glass condensation, as shown in Figure 1 and Figure 2 It includes a cabinet body 13, a heat exchange box 1, a circulating fan 2, a copper pipe 3, an air return port 4, an air return pipe 5, an air outlet port 6, an air outlet pipe 7, an inner layer glass 8, an outer layer glass 9, an air flow channel 10, a compressor 11, a radiator 12, a thermal insulation layer, a temperature sensor, a controller, a solenoid valve and a damping support.
[0031] The cabinet body 13 serves as the main frame of the refrigeration cabinet, and is used for accommodating all components and providing a refrigeration space. Its purpose is to provide stable structural support, ensure the overall sealing and thermal insulation of the refrigeration cabinet. Ventilation holes can be provided on the cabinet body 13 as needed, and pulleys can be provided at the bottom.
[0032] The heat exchange box 1 is arranged in the cabinet body 13, and the bottom is in contact with the copper pipe 3. The hot air of the copper pipe 3 contains a high amount of heat, which can be used to heat the air in the box. Its purpose is to provide a heat source by using the waste heat of the refrigeration system to prevent glass condensation, and the structure is compact and the thermal efficiency is high.
[0033] The circulating fan 2 is installed in the heat exchange box 1, which is used to drive the air to circulate between the heat exchange box 1 and the air flow channel 10. The purpose is to ensure that the cold air is heated and uniformly delivered to the glass surface. The air volume is stable, which promotes heat transfer. The heat exchange box 1 is provided with corresponding holes for the wiring of the circulating fan 2, which is not described here.
[0034] The copper pipe 3 is arranged at the bottom of the heat exchange box 1 and connected with the compressor 11 and the radiator 12, which transmits high-temperature and high-pressure refrigerant gas inside. It can heat the air by using the waste heat of the refrigerant without additional heating devices. It achieves the purpose of energy saving and environmental protection and fully utilizes the heat of the system.
[0035] The air return port 4 and the air outlet port 6 are respectively communicated at both ends of the heat exchange box 1, each of which is provided with two, which are respectively connected with the air return pipe 5 and the air outlet pipe 7. It can form an air circulation path and enhance the air flow coverage. The multi-point setting improves the air flow uniformity and adapts to different sizes of glass covers.
[0036] The air return pipe 5 and the air outlet pipe 7 are connected with the air return port 4 and the air outlet port 6, and are provided with the air flow channel 10 for guiding the air flow. It ensures smooth circulation of air between the air flow channel 10 and the heat exchange box 1. The pipeline layout is reasonable, which reduces the air flow resistance.
[0037] The inner layer glass 8 and the outer layer glass 9 constitute the glass cover, and form the air flow channel 10 therebetween. Through the double-layer structure, a sealed channel is formed, which allows heated air to flow through the glass surface to prevent condensation. It has high transparency, and takes into account the display effect and condensation prevention function.
[0038] The air flow channel 10 is located between the inner layer glass 8 and the outer layer glass 9, and is connected with the air return pipe 5 and the air outlet pipe 7 at both ends. It provides a flow path for heated air and directly acts on the glass surface. It helps to heat evenly and has significant condensation prevention effect.
[0039] The compressor 11 and the radiator 12 are installed in the cabinet 13, which constitutes the core components of the refrigeration system and is connected with the copper pipe 3. It provides refrigeration function and delivers high-temperature refrigerant to the copper pipe 3. Other structures refer to the prior art, which is not described here, and is not shown in the figure.
[0040] The heat preservation layer is arranged on the outer wall of the heat exchange box 1, which is used to reduce heat loss. The purpose is to improve the thermal efficiency of the heat exchange box 1 and reduce energy consumption. Further improve the heat preservation effect and reduce energy waste.
[0041] The temperature sensor is installed in the air flow channel 10 and is electrically connected with the controller. When connected, a hole can be opened on the glass, and the temperature sensor is used to monitor the air temperature near the glass surface. It provides real-time temperature data, supports intelligent control, and improves the adaptability of condensation prevention.
[0042] The controller is electrically connected with the temperature sensor, solenoid valve and circulating fan 2, used to adjust air flow and heating state according to temperature data. It realizes intelligent operation, optimizes anti-condensation effect, has high automation degree and convenient operation.
[0043] The solenoid valve is installed on the return air pipe 5 and the outlet air pipe 7, and is electrically connected with the controller, used to adjust the opening and closing and flow of the air flow channel. Its purpose is to accurately control the air flow to adapt to different environmental needs. The advantage is fast response and flexible regulation.
[0044] The damping support is arranged at the installation position of the circulating fan 2 and the heat exchange box 1, used to reduce the vibration and noise during operation. Its purpose is to improve the running stability of the equipment and improve the user experience. The advantage is that the damping effect is remarkable, and the service life of the equipment is prolonged.
[0045] The working principle is as follows: when the refrigerator is running, the compressor 11 compresses the refrigerant into high-temperature and high-pressure gas, which is transmitted to the radiator 12 through the copper pipe 3. Part of the heat of the copper pipe 3 heats the air in the box. The circulating fan 2 drives the air flow, so that the cold air enters the heat exchange box 1 through the return air port 4 and the return air pipe 5, and is heated at the heat exchange box 1. The heated air enters the air flow channel 10 through the outlet air port 6 and the outlet air pipe 7, flows through the surface of the inner glass 8 and the outer glass 9, increases the glass temperature, and prevents condensation. The temperature sensor monitors the air temperature in the air flow channel 10 in real time, and transmits the data to the controller. The controller adjusts the opening of the solenoid valve according to the temperature data to control the air flow, or adjusts the rotating speed of the circulating fan 2 to ensure that the glass surface temperature is higher than the condensation point. The heat insulating layer reduces the heat loss of the heat exchange box 1, and the damping support reduces the running noise, which together ensures the efficient and stable operation of the system.
[0046] Example 2
[0047] This embodiment provides a refrigerator for preventing glass condensation, which is different from example 1 in that an electric telescopic rod 14 is additionally arranged in the cabinet 13. The electric telescopic rod 14 is installed in the cabinet 13, and the output end is fixedly connected with the heat exchange box 1 and is electrically connected with the controller, and can drive the heat exchange box 1 to separate from the copper pipe 3. Its purpose is to stop heating when condensation is not needed, so that the heat of the copper pipe 3 is directly dissipated into the cabinet 13 or other heat dissipation paths, such as the cabinet 13 which can be provided with ventilation and heat dissipation holes according to needs, to avoid unnecessary heating. The advantage is that the energy saving and controllability of the system are improved, and the maintenance and cleaning are facilitated.
[0048] When the refrigerator is running, the compressor 11 compresses the refrigerant into high-temperature and high-pressure gas, which is transmitted to the radiator 12 through the copper pipe 3. When anti-condensation is needed, the electric telescopic rod 14 keeps the heat exchange box 1 in contact with the copper pipe 3, and the heat of the copper pipe 3 heats the air in the heat exchange box 1. The circulating fan 2 drives the air to enter the heat exchange box 1 through the air return port 4 and the air return pipe 5, and after being heated, the air enters the air flow channel 10 through the air outlet 6 and the air outlet pipe 7, flows through the inner glass 8 and the outer glass 9, and increases the glass temperature to prevent condensation. The temperature sensor monitors the temperature in the air flow channel 10, and the controller adjusts the opening degree of the electromagnetic valve and the rotating speed of the circulating fan 2 according to the data to maintain the anti-condensation effect. The heat insulation layer and the damping support respectively ensure the heat efficiency and the operation stability. When anti-condensation is not needed, for example, the ambient humidity is low or the glass temperature is higher than the condensation point, the controller drives the electric telescopic rod 14 to separate the heat exchange box 1 from the copper pipe 3, and the heat of the copper pipe 3 is no longer transmitted to the heat exchange box 1, but is directly dissipated into the cabinet 13 or other heat dissipation paths, and the heating process of the air flow channel 10 is stopped.
[0049] The standard parts used in the present application can be purchased from the market, and can be ordered according to the description and drawings, and the specific connection mode of each part adopts the conventional bolt, rivet, welding and other conventional means in the prior art, the mechanical, parts and equipment adopt the conventional type in the prior art, the control mode is automatically controlled by the controller, and the control circuit of the controller can be realized by simple programming of the person skilled in the art, which belongs to the common knowledge in the art, and the present application is mainly used to protect the mechanical device, so the control mode and circuit connection are not explained in detail.
[0050] Although the present application has been disclosed with the preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present application. Those skilled in the art can make various changes and modifications without departing from the spirit and scope of the present application. Therefore, the protection scope of the present application is defined by the claims.
Claims
1. A refrigerated showcase for preventing condensation on glass, comprising a cabinet (13), characterized in that: Also include: Heat exchange box (1), the heat exchange box (1) is arranged in cabinet (13), the bottom of heat exchange box (1) is provided with copper pipe (3), and the copper pipe (3) is used for heating air in heat exchange box (1); Circulating fan (2), the circulating fan (2) is arranged in heat exchange box (1), and the circulating fan (2) is used for driving air circulation flow, so that cold air is heated; Air return port (4) and air outlet (6), the air return port (4) and air outlet (6) are communicated at both ends of heat exchange box (1) respectively, and the air return pipe (5) and air outlet pipe (7) are communicated at both ends of air return port (4) and air outlet (6) respectively; Glass cover, the glass cover includes inner layer glass (8) and outer layer glass (9), and the airflow channel (10) is arranged between the inner layer glass (8) and the outer layer glass (9), and both ends of the airflow channel (10) are communicated with the air return pipe (5) and the air outlet pipe (7) respectively.
2. The glass-condensation-preventing refrigerator according to claim 1, wherein: The cabinet (13) is provided with compressor (11) and radiator (12), both ends of the copper pipe are connected with compressor (11) and radiator (12) respectively, and the copper pipe transmits high-temperature and high-pressure refrigerant gas containing a large amount of heat.
3. The glass-condensation-preventing refrigerator according to claim 1, wherein: The number of air return port (4) and air outlet (6) is at least two.
4. The glass-condensation-preventing refrigerator according to claim 1, wherein: The copper pipe (3) is in contact with the bottom of heat exchange box (1), the outer wall of heat exchange box (1) is provided with heat preservation layer, and the heat preservation layer is used for reducing the loss of heat in heat exchange box (1).
5. The glass-condensation-preventing refrigerator according to claim 1, wherein: The temperature sensor is arranged in the airflow channel (10), and the temperature sensor is electrically connected with the controller, and the electromagnetic valve is arranged on the air return pipe (5) and the air outlet pipe (7), and the electromagnetic valve is electrically connected with the controller.
6. The glass-condensation-preventing refrigerator according to claim 1, wherein: The mounting position of circulating fan (2) and heat exchange box (1) is provided with damping support, and the damping support is used for reducing vibration and noise during operation.
7. The glass-condensation-preventing refrigerator according to claim 1, wherein: The cabinet (13) is provided with electric telescopic rod (14), the output end of electric telescopic rod (14) is fixedly connected with heat exchange box (1), electric telescopic rod (14) can separate heat exchange box (1) and copper pipe (3), and electric telescopic rod (14) is electrically connected with the controller.