Condensation unit for commercial applications

Abstract

The utility model discloses a condensing unit for commercial application, which comprises a support structure, a condenser, a condenser fan motor, a compressor, a liquid receiver, a suction valve and a distribution box. Wherein the condensing unit further comprises a water tray, and the water tray is arranged below the supporting structure and is detachably attached to the supporting structure.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a water tray for a condenser unit in a refrigeration system for commercial applications requiring cooling. More specifically, this invention discloses an easily replaceable water tray for collecting defrost water that has no means of disposal (e.g., drain pipe or hose) and no structural function, enabling a reduction in the size of the condenser unit. Background Technology

[0002] The dimensions of the condenser unit are a key feature of refrigeration systems used in commercial applications, primarily its height and depth.

[0003] Furthermore, the amount of water collected in the condenser unit's water pan is also crucial. Increased compressor efficiency reduces the heat discharged into the collected water, thus preventing the water from evaporating.

[0004] Therefore, there is a need in the art to provide a condensation unit with a reduced size and a water tray that mitigates the problem of collected water evaporation. Several prior art solutions attempt to provide such a condensation unit and water tray.

[0005] For example, document US2013 / 0276471, entitled "Refrigeration Equipment with Drain Pan," published on October 24, 2013, discloses a refrigeration equipment having a drain pan installed below the condenser of the refrigeration equipment. The drain pan includes features such as channels for guiding air through the drain pan. The channels can improve the efficiency of the condenser and / or promote the evaporation of liquid contained within the drain pan.

[0006] However, the aforementioned document US2013 / 0276471 does not disclose a condenser unit with a reduced size. This document attempts to address the problem of water evaporation collected in the drain pan, but its drain pan is not easily replaceable and has structural limitations.

[0007] For example, document US2019 / 0120541, published on April 25, 2019, entitled "Drip Tray for Compact Machine Compartment and Refrigerator Using Drip Tray," discloses a drip tray for the machine compartment of a refrigerator. This refrigerator includes a fan assembly housing space separated from a defrost water storage space by an inner wall, preventing defrost water from flowing into the fan assembly housing space. The fan assembly includes a cutout that, when the fan assembly is positioned within the fan assembly housing space, extends beyond the inner wall and overlaps with a portion of the defrost water storage space.

[0008] Although the aforementioned document US2019 / 0120541 attempts to provide a condenser unit with a reduced size, its drip tray is not easily replaceable because it supports multiple components (e.g., fan assembly). Therefore, it is clear that this drip tray also has a structural function. Utility Model Content

[0009] The purpose of this invention is to provide a condensation unit with a water tray, which overcomes the shortcomings of the prior art.

[0010] This objective is achieved through a condensation unit for commercial applications, which includes:

[0011] A support structure that supports the condenser, condenser fan motor, compressor, liquid receiver, suction valve, and electrical control box;

[0012] The condensation unit further includes a water tray, which is disposed below the support structure and detachably attached to the support structure.

[0013] In the condensation unit according to this utility model, a heat circuit for heat dissipation is provided in the water pan.

[0014] Furthermore, in the condensation unit according to this invention, the water pan has at least one bracket and a snap-fit ​​clamp to maintain the secure positioning of the heat circuit.

[0015] In addition, in the condensation unit according to the present invention, at least one support is made of plastic, which has the property of resisting deformation caused by the high temperature of the discharge pipe.

[0016] Furthermore, in the condensation unit according to this invention, the water tray has a pawl pin and can be detachably attached to the support structure by inserting the pawl pin into a hole in the support structure with pressure.

[0017] Furthermore, in the condensation unit according to this invention, the water tray is made of plastic; and the supporting structure is made of metal.

[0018] One advantage of this invention is that the water tray is placed below the aforementioned support structure and has only the function of collecting water. Considering that the water tray according to this invention does not have a structural function, it allows for easy removal.

[0019] Another advantage of this invention is that the water tray is securely attached to the support structure by a pawl pin, and the thermal circuit is securely positioned inside the water tray by a snap-fit ​​clamp. This prevents vibration of the components.

[0020] Another advantage of this invention is that the water tray is made of plastic, while prior art water trays are made of steel. Considering that plastic conducts heat more slowly than steel, the water tray according to this invention provides for faster evaporation of the collected water.

[0021] In addition, the plastic water tray does not have corrosion problems. Attached Figure Description

[0022] The objects and advantages of this invention will become clearer from the following detailed description of the embodiments and non-limiting drawings presented at the end of this document:

[0023] Figure 1 A top view of a condensation unit according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0024] Figure 2 A water tray, arranged below a support structure and detachably attached to the structure, is shown according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 3 A water tray according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention is shown. Detailed Implementation

[0026] Figure 1 A top view of a condensing unit 10 for a commercial application requiring refrigeration, according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, is shown. Figure 1 The condensing unit 10 includes a support structure 20, which is made of metal, for example, and supports a condenser 30, a condenser fan motor 40, a compressor 50, a liquid receiver 60, a suction valve 70, and a distribution box 80.

[0027] Further based on Figure 1 The condensation unit 10 also includes a water tray 90, which is made of, for example, plastic, disposed below the support structure 20 and detachably attached to the structure 20. This allows the water tray 90 to be easily replaced or removed when necessary. Therefore, the water tray 90 according to the preferred embodiment of the present invention does not have a structural function; it is only used to collect defrost water.

[0028] Figure 2 A water tray 90, disposed below and detachably attached to the support structure 20, is further shown according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 The water tray 90 includes a pawl pin 100, and is attached to the support structure 20 by pressing the pawl pin 100 into a hole 105 present in the support structure 20. Alternatively, other fastening elements such as screws, rivets, or plastic clips can be used instead of the pawl pin.

[0029] Figure 3 Some details of the water tray 90 according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention are shown. Figure 3A heat circuit 110 for heat dissipation is provided within the water pan 90, which improves the evaporation of water collected by the water pan 90. Furthermore, the water pan 90 includes at least one support 120 and a snap-fit ​​clamp 130 to securely position the heat circuit 110 within the water pan 90. The at least one support 120 is made, for example, of plastic, which has properties that resist deformation due to the high temperature of the discharge pipe. Figure 3 Two supports are shown; however, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that one, three or more supports may be used to maintain the thermal circuit.

[0030] It is important to note that the sole purpose of the above description is to specifically describe preferred exemplary embodiments of the present invention. Therefore, it is clear that modifications, variations, and constructive combinations of elements that perform the same function in substantially the same manner to achieve the same result are preserved within the scope of protection defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A condensation unit for commercial applications, the condensation unit (10) comprising: Support structure (20) supports condenser (30), condenser fan motor (40), compressor (50), liquid receiver (60), suction valve (70) and distribution box (80); The condensation unit (10) is characterized in that it further includes a water tray (90), which is disposed below the support structure (20) and is detachably attached to the support structure (20).

2. The condensation unit for commercial applications according to claim 1, characterized in that, A heat circuit (110) for heat dissipation is provided in the water pan (90).

3. The condensation unit for commercial applications according to claim 2, characterized in that, The water tray (90) has at least one bracket (120) and a snap-fit ​​clamp (130) to keep the thermal circuit (110) firmly positioned.

4. The condensation unit for commercial applications according to claim 3, characterized in that, The at least one support (120) is made of plastic, which has the property of resisting deformation due to the high temperature of the discharge pipe.

5. The condensation unit for commercial applications according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water tray (90) has a pawl pin (100) and is detachably attached to the support structure (20) by pressing the pawl pin (100) into a hole (105) present in the support structure (20).

6. The condensation unit for commercial applications according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water tray (90) is made of plastic; and the support structure (20) is made of metal.

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