Circulating water tank for air energy water heater

By employing a multi-layered protective structure in the circulating water tank of the air source water heater, including a stainless steel inner tank, a galvanized layer, and a baked enamel topcoat, the problem of poor corrosion resistance in the circulating water tank is solved, resulting in a longer service life and better heat preservation performance.

CN224121410UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-14SHANGHAI XIYUE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION EQUIP CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SHANGHAI XIYUE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION EQUIP CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-19
Publication Date
2026-04-14

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Technical Problem

The circulating water tanks used in existing air source water heaters have poor corrosion resistance, leading to corrosion damage and shortened service life.

Method used

It adopts a multi-layer protective structure including a stainless steel inner liner, a galvanized layer, and a baked enamel topcoat, combined with a 316 stainless steel heat pipe to enhance corrosion resistance and heat preservation performance.

Benefits of technology

It improves the corrosion resistance and operational stability of the circulating water tank, extends its service life, and enhances its resistance to erosion in humid and chemical environments.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a circulating water tank for an air energy water heater, which comprises a water tank barrel, a fixed bottom frame is mounted on the periphery of the bottom of the water tank barrel, a mounting pin is arranged on the outer side of the top of the fixed bottom frame, the bottom of the mounting pin penetrates through the bottom of the fixed bottom frame, and the water tank barrel comprises a stainless steel inner container. A heat preservation layer is arranged on the outer surface of the stainless steel inner container, an outer steel plate layer is arranged on the outer surface of the heat preservation layer, a protection layer is arranged on the outer surface of the outer steel plate layer and comprises a zinc coating, and an electroplating coating is arranged on the outer surface of the zinc coating. A hard, smooth and glossy protective layer can be provided for the water tank barrel through the protective layer, and the protective layer is attractive, can effectively resist erosion of rainwater and ultraviolet rays, keeps long-term gloss, has good corrosion resistance, can resist erosion of a humid environment and chemical substances, and can be used for protecting the water tank barrel. Therefore, the service life of the circulating water tank is prolonged.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of circulating water tanks for air source water heaters, specifically a circulating water tank for air source water heaters. Background Technology

[0002] Air source heat pump water heaters, also known as "air source heat pump water heaters", work on a principle very similar to air conditioners. They use a small amount of electricity to drive the compressor, and the high-pressure liquid working fluid evaporates into a gaseous state in the evaporator after passing through the expansion valve, absorbing a large amount of heat energy from the air. Air source heat pump water heaters require the use of a circulating water tank.

[0003] Currently, the circulating water tanks used in air source heat pump water heaters have poor corrosion resistance, which can cause damage to the circulating water tank due to corrosion, reducing its strength and shortening its service life.

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a circulating water tank for an air source water heater to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. The information disclosed in this background section is only intended to enhance the understanding of the overall background of this utility model, and is not necessarily to be regarded as an admission or to imply in any way that the information constitutes prior art known to those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a circulating water tank for an air source water heater, which solves the problem that the circulating water tank for air source water heaters mentioned in the background art has poor corrosion resistance, which will cause the circulating water tank to be damaged by corrosion, reducing the strength of the circulating water tank and shortening its service life.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a circulating water tank for an air source water heater, comprising a tank barrel, a fixed base frame installed around the bottom of the tank barrel, an installation pin provided on the outer side of the top of the fixed base frame, the bottom of the installation pin penetrating the bottom of the fixed base frame, the tank barrel comprising a stainless steel inner liner, an insulation layer provided on the outer surface of the stainless steel inner liner, an outer steel plate layer provided on the outer surface of the insulation layer, a protective layer provided on the outer surface of the outer steel plate layer, the protective layer comprising a galvanized layer, an electroplated coating layer provided on the outer surface of the galvanized layer, and a baked enamel topcoat layer provided on the outer surface of the electroplated coating layer.

[0007] Preferably, the top of the fixed base frame is provided with a threaded hole for use with a mounting pin.

[0008] Preferably, a heat-conducting pipe is arranged in a ring around the inner cavity of the water tank, and the heat-conducting pipe is made of 316 stainless steel.

[0009] Preferably, the insulation layer is a foamed insulation layer, and the thickness of the foamed insulation layer is 45-55mm.

[0010] Preferably, a hot water inlet is connected to the front side of the top left side of the water tank, and a negative pressure valve inlet is connected to the rear side of the top left side of the water tank.

[0011] Preferably, the water tank has a circulation port connected to the front side of the bottom left side, a cold water port connected to the bottom left side, and a drain port connected to the rear side of the bottom left side.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0013] 1. This utility model provides a hard, smooth and glossy protective layer for the water tank through the protective layer. This protective layer is not only beautiful, but also effectively resists the erosion of rainwater and ultraviolet rays, maintains a long-lasting luster, and has good corrosion resistance, resisting the erosion of humid environments and chemicals, thereby extending the service life of the circulating water tank.

[0014] 2. The present invention facilitates the assembly of the water tank by setting a fixed base frame and mounting pins, increases the stability of the water tank during use, and also facilitates the disassembly and maintenance of the water tank in the future. Attached Figure Description

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

[0016] Figure 2 This is a partial sectional view of the structure of the heat-conducting pipe and water tank of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a partial sectional view of the water tank structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 4 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the protective layer structure of this utility model.

[0019] In the diagram: 1. Water tank; 2. Fixed base frame; 3. Mounting pin; 4. Stainless steel inner liner; 5. Insulation layer; 6. Outer steel plate layer; 7. Protective layer; 71. Galvanized layer; 72. Electroplated coating; 73. Baked paint topcoat layer; 8. Heat conduction pipe. Detailed Implementation

[0020] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solution of this utility model, the present utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The description in this part is only exemplary and explanatory, and should not be used to limit the scope of protection of this utility model in any way.

[0021] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0022] It should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product is in use. They are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the present invention. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0023] Furthermore, terms such as "horizontal," "vertical," and "sag" do not imply that components must be absolutely horizontal or suspended, but rather that they can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" simply means that its direction is more horizontal relative to "vertical," and does not mean that the structure must be completely horizontal, but can be slightly tilted.

[0024] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0025] Please see Figure 1-4 A circulating water tank for an air source water heater includes a water tank 1. A fixed base frame 2 is installed around the bottom of the water tank 1. An installation pin 3 is provided on the outer side of the top of the fixed base frame 2. The bottom of the installation pin 3 penetrates the bottom of the fixed base frame 2. The water tank 1 includes a stainless steel inner tank 4. An insulation layer 5 is provided on the outer surface of the stainless steel inner tank 4. An outer steel plate layer 6 is provided on the outer surface of the insulation layer 5. A protective layer 7 is provided on the outer surface of the outer steel plate layer 6. The protective layer 7 includes a galvanized layer 71. An electroplated coating layer 72 is provided on the outer surface of the galvanized layer 71. A baked paint topcoat layer 73 is provided on the outer surface of the electroplated coating layer 72.

[0026] The top of the fixed base frame 2 is provided with a threaded hole for use with the mounting pin 3. The stainless steel inner liner 4 provides good corrosion resistance because it contains metallic elements such as chromium and nickel, which can effectively resist the erosion of acids, alkalis and other chemicals and will not cause corrosion. At the same time, the high temperature resistance of the stainless steel inner liner 4 enables it to operate stably in complex industrial environments and adapt to the erosion of various chemical media.

[0027] The inner cavity of the water tank 1 is provided with a heat-conducting pipe 8 in a ring. The heat-conducting pipe 8 is made of 316 stainless steel. With the setting of the insulation layer 5, in low temperature environment, the insulation layer 5 can effectively slow down the rate of water temperature drop and prevent the water in the water tank 1 from freezing and expanding, which may cause cracking. Especially in areas where the winter temperature is below 0℃ for a long time, the insulation layer 5, together with the electric heat tracing system, can completely avoid the risk of freezing and improve the heat preservation performance of the water tank 1.

[0028] The insulation layer 5 is a foamed insulation layer with a thickness of 45-55mm. The paint coating layer 73 provides a hard, smooth and glossy protective layer for the water tank 1. This protective layer is not only beautiful, but also effectively resists the erosion of rainwater and ultraviolet rays, maintains a long-lasting gloss, and has good corrosion resistance. It can resist the erosion of humid environments and chemicals, thereby extending the service life of the circulating water tank.

[0029] A hot water inlet is connected to the front side of the top left side of the water tank 1, and a negative pressure valve inlet is connected to the rear side of the top left side of the water tank 1. The galvanized layer 71 and the electroplated coating 72 mainly serve to prevent corrosion, improve system stability and economic benefits, and can also effectively isolate the water tank 1 from contact with corrosive substances, thereby extending the service life of the water tank 1.

[0030] The front side of the bottom left side of the water tank 1 is connected to a circulation interface, the bottom left side of the water tank 1 is connected to a cold water interface, and the rear side of the bottom left side of the water tank 1 is connected to a drain interface. The heat pipe 8 is made of 316 stainless steel, which has good corrosion resistance and high temperature resistance, and is suitable for various corrosive environments, thus improving the corrosion resistance of the heat pipe 8.

[0031] During use, the stainless steel inner liner 4 provides excellent corrosion resistance. Because it contains metallic elements such as chromium and nickel, it effectively resists the erosion of acids, alkalis, and other chemicals, preventing corrosion. Simultaneously, the high-temperature resistance of the stainless steel inner liner 4 allows for stable operation in complex industrial environments and adaptability to various chemical media. The insulation layer 5 effectively slows down the rate of water temperature drop in low-temperature environments, preventing the water in the tank 1 from freezing and expanding, which could lead to cracking. Especially in areas where winter temperatures are consistently below 0°C, the insulation layer 5, in conjunction with an electric heating system, completely eliminates the risk of freezing, improving the insulation performance of the tank 1. The painted surface layer 73 further enhances the... The water tank 1 provides a hard, smooth, and glossy protective layer. This protective layer is not only aesthetically pleasing but also effectively resists the erosion of rainwater and ultraviolet rays, maintaining its long-lasting luster. It also has excellent corrosion resistance, resisting the erosion of humid environments and chemicals, thereby extending the service life of the circulating water tank. The galvanized layer 71 and the electroplated coating 72 mainly contribute to the corrosion prevention, improved system stability, and economic benefits of the circulating water tank. They also effectively isolate the water tank 1 from contact with corrosive substances, thus extending its service life. The 316 stainless steel material of the heat pipe 8 has good corrosion resistance and high temperature resistance, making it suitable for various corrosive environments and improving the corrosion resistance of the heat pipe 8.

[0032] All standard parts used in this application can be purchased from the market, and can be customized according to the description and drawings. The specific connection methods of each part adopt conventional methods such as bolts, rivets, and welding that are mature in the prior art. The machinery, parts and equipment adopt conventional models in the prior art. The control method is automatic control through a controller. The control circuit of the controller can be implemented by simple programming by those skilled in the art and is common knowledge in the field. Since this utility model is mainly used to protect mechanical devices, this utility model will not explain the control method and circuit connection in detail. The external controller mentioned in the specification can play a control role for the electrical components mentioned in this article, and the external controller is a conventional known device.

[0033] It should be noted that, in this document, the terms “comprising,” “including,” or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0034] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of this invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered illustrative and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of this invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, it is intended that all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims be included within this invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

[0035] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. A circulating water tank for an air source heat pump water heater, comprising a water tank container (1), characterized in that: The bottom of the water tank (1) is equipped with a fixed base frame (2) around its perimeter. The fixed base frame (2) is provided with an installation pin (3) on the outer side of its top. The bottom of the installation pin (3) penetrates the bottom of the fixed base frame (2). The water tank (1) includes a stainless steel inner liner (4). The outer surface of the stainless steel inner liner (4) is provided with a heat insulation layer (5). The outer surface of the heat insulation layer (5) is provided with an outer steel plate layer (6). The outer surface of the outer steel plate layer (6) is provided with a protective layer (7). The protective layer (7) includes a galvanized layer (71). The outer surface of the galvanized layer (71) is provided with an electroplated coating layer (72). The outer surface of the electroplated coating layer (72) is provided with a baked paint topcoat layer (73).

2. The circulating water tank for an air source heat pump water heater according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the fixed base frame (2) is provided with a threaded hole for use with the mounting pin (3).

3. The circulating water tank for an air source heat pump water heater according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner cavity of the water tank (1) is provided with a heat-conducting pipe (8) in a ring shape, and the heat-conducting pipe (8) is made of 316 stainless steel.

4. The circulating water tank for an air source heat pump water heater according to claim 1, characterized in that: The insulation layer (5) is a foamed insulation layer, and the thickness of the foamed insulation layer is 45-55mm.

5. The circulating water tank for an air source heat pump water heater according to claim 1, characterized in that: The front side of the top left side of the water tank (1) is connected to a hot water interface, and the rear side of the top left side of the water tank (1) is connected to a negative pressure valve interface.

6. The circulating water tank for an air source heat pump water heater according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water tank (1) has a circulation port on the front side of the bottom left side, a cold water port on the bottom left side, and a sewage port on the rear side of the bottom left side.