Fresh air conditioner with condensate water humidifying structure

By designing a condensate humidification structure in the fresh air conditioner and utilizing a cold spray humidification device and absorbent fibers to recover condensate, the problem of reduced indoor humidity and resource waste caused by air conditioning operation is solved, achieving air humidification and purification, and improving indoor environmental comfort and equipment reliability.

CN224175294UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-28TIANJIN QINGYU AIR CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
TIANJIN QINGYU AIR CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-02-25
Publication Date
2026-04-28

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Technical Problem

When traditional air conditioners are running, the indoor air humidity decreases due to the discharge of a large amount of condensate, which affects the comfort of the indoor environment. Furthermore, the waste of condensate resources and drainage problems increase the risk of equipment failure.

Method used

Design a fresh air conditioner with a condensate humidification structure. Through filter components and cold water humidification device, condensate is recycled and reused to achieve air humidification and purification. Water-absorbing fibers absorb condensate and release it into the air. Combined with evaporator cooling, air humidity and temperature are regulated.

Benefits of technology

It effectively increases indoor humidity, reduces water waste, lowers the risk of equipment failure, purifies the air, simplifies the configuration of indoor environmental control equipment, and provides a comfortable and healthy indoor environment.

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Abstract

A fresh air conditioner with a condensate water humidifying structure comprises a machine body, one end of the machine body is provided with a fresh air opening and an air return opening, and the other end of the machine body is an air supply opening. A filter assembly, an air supply fan and a cold spraying water humidifying device are arranged in the machine body, and the cold spraying water humidifying device can effectively utilize condensate water to humidify air; after being subjected to a series of processes such as purification, heat exchange and cooling of the filter assembly, fresh air can fully absorb condensate water in the cold spraying water tank when passing through the water absorption fibers, so that the air humidity is remarkably improved, the indoor environment is always kept at a relatively proper humidity level, the problem of dryness caused by long-time operation of an air conditioner is effectively solved, and the service life of the air conditioner is prolonged. A more comfortable and healthy indoor space is created for a user, and the user can feel more pleasant in life or work.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of fresh air conditioning technology, and mainly to a fresh air conditioner with a condensate humidification structure. Background Technology

[0002] In modern building environments, air conditioning systems are widely used to regulate indoor temperature and air quality. Traditional air conditioners operate with a low evaporator surface temperature due to the temperature difference between indoors and outdoors. When warm, humid air flows over the evaporator, water vapor condenses into water droplets – this is called air conditioning condensate. Previously, the treatment of this condensate was rather rudimentary, typically involving a drip tray below the evaporator, from which the collected condensate was directly discharged outdoors through a drain pipe. However, the moisture in indoor air is essential for maintaining indoor humidity balance. This practice of discharging large amounts of condensate outdoors leads to significant moisture loss over time, resulting in lower indoor humidity, negatively impacting indoor comfort, and causing discomfort for both living and working environments. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the aforementioned problems, this utility model proposes a fresh air conditioner with a condensate humidification structure.

[0004] The specific technical solution is as follows:

[0005] A fresh air conditioner with a condensate humidification structure includes a body, one end of which is provided with a fresh air inlet and a return air inlet, and the other end is a supply air outlet; the body is provided with a filter assembly, a supply air fan and a cold water humidification device, and the supply air fan is located between the filter assembly and the cold water humidification device.

[0006] The filter assembly is located near the fresh air inlet and the return air inlet, and the two are used together; the cold water humidification device is located near the air supply outlet, and the two are used together.

[0007] The filter assembly includes a pre-filter, a medium-efficiency filter, and a high-efficiency filter. The pre-filter is installed near the fresh air inlet and the return air inlet, the high-efficiency filter is installed near the air supply fan, and the medium-efficiency filter is located between the pre-filter and the high-efficiency filter.

[0008] The cold water humidification device includes a first humidification component and a second humidification component. The first humidification component includes a first cold water tank and a first evaporator. The second humidification component includes a second cold water tank and a second evaporator. The first cold water tank is connected to the second cold water tank through a water tank connecting pipe.

[0009] Water-absorbing fibers are provided between the first cold shower tank and the second cold shower tank;

[0010] The first humidification component is located above the second humidification component, and the first evaporator and the second evaporator are arranged symmetrically about the first cold water tank as the axis of symmetry.

[0011] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0012] 1. This patent describes a cold-spray humidification device for a fresh air conditioner with a condensate humidification structure. It can effectively utilize condensate to humidify the air. After the fresh air passes through a series of processes such as filtration, heat exchange, and cooling, it can fully absorb the condensate in the cold-spray tank when passing through the water-absorbing fibers, which significantly increases the air humidity and keeps the indoor environment at a relatively suitable humidity level. This effectively alleviates the dryness caused by prolonged operation of the air conditioner, creating a more comfortable and healthy indoor space for users. Whether living or working, users can feel more comfortable and reduce health problems such as respiratory discomfort caused by dry air.

[0013] 2. This patented fresh air conditioner with a condensate humidification structure utilizes a unique cold-spray humidification device design to recycle and reuse previously wasted air conditioning water. The first and second cold-spray water tanks are interconnected and work in conjunction with the evaporator, allowing the condensate water to be recycled during the humidification process. This not only reduces water waste but also lowers the risk of pipe blockages and leaks caused by frequent drainage, extending the lifespan of the air conditioner. From both environmental protection and equipment maintenance perspectives, this is significant, aligning with modern society's requirements for resource conservation and sustainable development. It also saves users the potential costs of repairing the air conditioner due to drainage issues.

[0014] 3. This patented fresh air conditioner with a condensate humidification structure utilizes primary, medium, and high-efficiency filters in its filter assembly to filter various pollutants such as dust, pollen, and bacteria from the air, effectively purifying the air entering the room and ensuring indoor air quality. Simultaneously, the cold water humidification device further cools the air during humidification due to the heat absorption characteristics of water evaporation, working in conjunction with the evaporator's cooling function to achieve more precise temperature and humidity regulation. This integrated design allows the air conditioner to comprehensively improve the indoor environment during operation, eliminating the need for users to purchase additional humidifiers or air purifiers. It simplifies the configuration of indoor environmental control equipment, providing users with a convenient and efficient indoor environment solution. Whether in the hot summer or the dry winter, it easily creates a fresh, comfortable, and temperature- and humidity-appropriate indoor environment. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention.

[0016] In the diagram: 1. Main unit; 2. Fresh air inlet; 3. Return air inlet; 4. Air supply outlet; 5. Filter assembly; 6. Air supply fan; 7. Cold water humidification device; 8. Primary filter; 9. Medium-efficiency filter; 10. High-efficiency filter; 11. First humidification assembly; 12. Second humidification assembly; 13. First cold water tank; 14. First evaporator; 15. Second cold water tank; 16. Second evaporator; 17. Water tank connecting pipe; 18. Water-absorbing fiber. Detailed Implementation

[0017] To make the technical solution of this utility model clearer and more explicit, the utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Any solution derived by equivalent substitution and conventional reasoning of the technical features of this utility model shall fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0018] 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 skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0019] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "middle", "outer", "inner", "lower", "around", etc., which indicate orientation or positional relationship, are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the components or elements referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0020] A fresh air conditioner with a condensate humidification structure includes a body 1, one end of which is provided with a fresh air inlet 2 and a return air inlet 3, and the other end is a supply air outlet 4; the body 1 is provided with a filter assembly 5, a supply air fan 6 and a cold water humidification device 7, and the supply air fan 6 is located between the filter assembly 5 and the cold water humidification device 7.

[0021] The filter assembly 5 is located near the fresh air inlet 2 and the return air inlet 3, and the two are used together; the cold water humidification device 7 is located near the air supply outlet 4, and the two are used together.

[0022] The filter assembly 5 includes a primary filter 8, a medium-efficiency filter 9, and a high-efficiency filter 10. The primary filter 8 is installed close to the fresh air inlet 2 and the return air inlet 3. The high-efficiency filter 10 is installed close to the air supply fan 6. The medium-efficiency filter 9 is located between the primary filter 8 and the high-efficiency filter 10.

[0023] The cold water humidification device 7 includes a first humidification component 11 and a second humidification component 12. The first humidification component 11 includes a first cold water tank 13 and a first evaporator 14. The second humidification component 12 includes a second cold water tank 15 and a second evaporator 16. The first cold water tank 13 is connected to the second cold water tank 15 through a water tank connecting pipe 17.

[0024] Water-absorbing fibers 18 are provided between the first cold water tank 13 and the second cold water tank 15;

[0025] The first humidification component 11 is located above the second humidification component 12, and the first evaporator 14 and the second evaporator 16 are arranged symmetrically about the first cold water tank 13.

[0026] Working principle:

[0027] Fresh air enters the unit through the fresh air inlet at the air intake port; it first passes through the pre-filter, which is mainly used to filter larger particles of impurities, such as dust and hair. If these large particles are not filtered out, they will affect the normal operation of subsequent equipment and reduce indoor air quality. Next, the air passes through the medium-efficiency filter, which can filter out medium-sized particles, such as some smaller dust particles and fibers, further purifying the air. Finally, the air passes through the high-efficiency filter, which can remove tiny particles, including bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms, as well as even smaller dust particles, ensuring that the air entering the heat exchange stage is relatively clean.

[0028] After filtration, the fresh air and return air undergo heat exchange. The return air is indoor air that has already been conditioned by air conditioning. The heat exchange process allows the temperature of the fresh air to approach the temperature of the indoor air, reducing the energy consumption of subsequent air conditioning temperature regulation. This process is achieved through a heat exchanger, which uses the temperature difference between the fresh air and return air to transfer heat from the side with a higher temperature to the side with a lower temperature. The air after heat exchange is then transported by a supply fan, which provides power to push the air to the next processing stage.

[0029] The air then undergoes a secondary cooling process through the evaporator, which is an important component of the refrigeration system. The refrigerant evaporates and absorbs heat in the evaporator, causing the temperature of the air flowing through it to decrease. This is based on the principle of the refrigeration cycle, where the refrigerant absorbs heat from the surrounding air and vaporizes under low pressure, thereby lowering the air temperature.

[0030] During the operation of the evaporator, as the air temperature decreases, the water vapor in the air will condense into water droplets. These water droplets are condensate. The condensate will collect in the first and second cold water tanks of the cold water humidification device. The first and second cold water tanks are connected by a water tank connecting pipe, so that the condensate can flow between the two tanks.

[0031] The absorbent fiber located between the two water tanks absorbs the condensation in the water tanks. When the air, after being cooled twice, flows through the absorbent fiber, the air carries away the moisture from the absorbent fiber, thus humidifying the air. The absorbent fiber acts like a sponge, storing moisture and releasing it into the air as it flows through.

[0032] After being humidified and cooled, the air is delivered into the room through the air outlet, thereby improving the indoor air humidity and temperature and providing a comfortable indoor environment.

[0033] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model, but the scope of protection of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this utility model should be included within the scope of protection of this utility model. Therefore, the scope of protection of this utility model should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A fresh air conditioner with a condensate humidification structure, comprising a body (1), characterized in that, The body (1) has a fresh air inlet (2) and a return air inlet (3) at one end and an air supply outlet (4) at the other end; the body (1) is equipped with a filter assembly (5), an air supply fan (6) and a cold water humidification device (7), and the air supply fan (6) is located between the filter assembly (5) and the cold water humidification device (7).

2. A fresh air conditioner with a condensate humidification structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The filter assembly (5) is located near the fresh air inlet (2) and the return air inlet (3), and the two are used together; the cold water humidification device (7) is located near the air supply outlet (4), and the two are used together.

3. A fresh air conditioner with a condensate humidification structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The filter assembly (5) includes a primary filter (8), a medium-efficiency filter (9) and a high-efficiency filter (10). The primary filter (8) is installed close to the fresh air inlet (2) and the return air inlet (3). The high-efficiency filter (10) is installed close to the air supply fan (6). The medium-efficiency filter (9) is located between the primary filter (8) and the high-efficiency filter (10).

4. A fresh air conditioner with a condensate humidification structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The cold water humidification device (7) includes a first humidification component (11) and a second humidification component (12). The first humidification component (11) includes a first cold water tank (13) and a first evaporator (14). The second humidification component (12) includes a second cold water tank (15) and a second evaporator (16). The first cold water tank (13) is connected to the second cold water tank (15) through a water tank connecting pipe (17).

5. A fresh air conditioner with a condensate humidification structure as described in claim 4, characterized in that, A water-absorbing fiber (18) is provided between the first cold water tank (13) and the second cold water tank (15).

6. A fresh air conditioner with a condensate humidification structure as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The first humidification component (11) is located above the second humidification component (12), and the first evaporator (14) and the second evaporator (16) are arranged symmetrically about the first cold water tank (13).