A multi-connected modular water chiller
By designing clamping and snap-fit components, the problem of inflexible splicing of modular chiller units is solved, realizing the assembleability of multi-unit chiller units, enhancing structural strength and reducing purchase costs.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHANGHAI JINGYU FLUID EQUIP CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-05
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-09
AI Technical Summary
Traditional modular chiller units cannot be flexibly assembled due to their fixed structure, which forces users to purchase new equipment to meet different cooling needs, resulting in resource waste and increased purchase costs.
The system employs clamping and snap-fit components, which are connected by toothed engagement and fastening bolts to enable the modular design of multi-unit chillers. The clamping and snap-fit components work together, and the lifting rod and spring are used to achieve quick fixation.
It enables flexible splicing of chiller units, enhances structural strength and rigidity, reduces equipment resource waste, and lowers the user's purchase cost.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of chiller units, and in particular relates to a modular chiller unit that can be assembled into multiple units. Background Technology
[0002] In industrial production and commercial buildings, chillers are key equipment for providing cooling capacity. Modular chillers are widely used due to their compact structure and flexible installation.
[0003] Traditional modular chiller units typically employ a fixed, integrated structure with relatively fixed connections between components. Each module of the chiller unit is pre-assembled at the factory, and in actual use, its structure lacks the flexibility for splicing. When users' cooling capacity requirements change, necessitating increases or decreases in the chiller's cooling capacity, existing modular chiller units, lacking a splicing structure, cannot achieve multi-unit combinations. To meet different cooling needs, users must purchase new chiller units, which not only wastes equipment resources but also increases purchase costs.
[0004] To address these issues, we provide a modular, multi-unit chiller unit that can be assembled together. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a modular chiller unit that can be assembled into multiple units. By using the combination of clamping and snap-fit components, it solves the problem that existing chiller units cannot achieve multi-unit combination. If different cooling needs are to be met, users can only purchase new chiller units, which not only causes a waste of equipment resources.
[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution.
[0007] This utility model relates to an assemblable multi-unit modular chiller unit, comprising a first frame, a second frame disposed on one side of the first frame, refrigeration modules disposed within the inner cavities of both the first and second frames, connecting pipes disposed on both sides of each refrigeration module, a clamping mounting assembly disposed at the top between the first and second frames, and a snap-fit assembly disposed at the bottom between the first and second frames, the clamping mounting assembly comprising a first positioning plate, one side of the first positioning plate being fixedly connected to the surface of the first frame, a second positioning plate being fixedly connected to one side of the second frame, teeth being fixedly connected to opposite sides of both the first and second positioning plates, a mounting rod being movably connected to the front of the first positioning plate, and a mounting frame being fixedly connected to the front of the second positioning plate.
[0008] The present invention is further configured such that the buckle assembly includes a positioning shell, one side of which is fixedly connected to the surface of the first frame, and a fixing frame is fixedly connected to the bottom of one side of the first frame and above the positioning shell. The inner cavity of the fixing frame is provided with an insert, and the top of the insert is fixedly connected with a lifting rod. A spring is sleeved on the surface of the lifting rod. An installation block is movably connected to the inner cavity of the positioning shell. When the first frame and the second frame are moved close to each other, the lifting rod is first lifted upwards. After the installation block on one side of the second frame is inserted into the inner cavity of the positioning shell on one side of the first frame, the lifting rod is released. Under the action of the spring, the lifting rod is inserted into the inner cavity of the installation block, thereby fixing the first frame and the second frame.
[0009] The present invention is further configured such that the inner cavity of the connecting pipe is provided with a sealing connecting pipe, and the surface of the sealing connecting pipe is provided with a sealing ring. As the first frame and the second frame approach each other, the connecting pipes on one side of the two refrigeration modules approach each other. The sealing connecting pipe is inserted into the inner cavity of the two connecting pipes to connect the two refrigeration modules.
[0010] The present invention is further configured such that the bottom of the first frame and the second frame are provided with casters, and the rollers at the bottom of the casters are provided with brakes. The four sets of casters are evenly distributed at the bottom of the first frame and the second frame, which not only provides stable support for the bottom of the first frame and the second frame, but also enables the first frame and the second frame to move.
[0011] The present invention is further configured such that the surface of the mounting rod is provided with a mounting hole, and the surface of the mounting frame is provided with a bolt hole. The mounting rod is rotated until one end is inserted into the inner cavity of the mounting frame, and the fastening bolt is screwed into the bolt hole on the surface of the mounting frame and the mounting hole penetrating the surface of the mounting rod, thereby fixing the mounting rod in the inner cavity of the mounting frame, so that the two form a whole.
[0012] The present invention is further configured such that a support plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner cavity of the first frame and the second frame, and a slot is provided on the top of the support plate. The locking block at the bottom of the refrigeration module is movably connected to the slot on the top of the support plate. The support plate can support and fix the bottom of the refrigeration module and facilitate the subsequent disassembly of the refrigeration module.
[0013] The present invention is further provided that a lifting plate is fixedly connected to the top of the lifting rod, and the surface of the lifting plate is provided with anti-slip texture. The surface of the lifting plate has good anti-slip properties, making it more convenient to lift the lifting rod by lifting the lifting plate.
[0014] The present invention is further provided that the front of the refrigeration module is provided with a dustproof net, the dustproof net being made of stainless steel, which can filter dust in the air and prevent excessive dust from being sucked into the interior by the fan on the refrigeration module.
[0015] The present invention has the following beneficial effects.
[0016] 1. This utility model moves the first frame and the second frame closer together, and uses the cooperation of the lifting rod, spring, mounting block and positioning shell to achieve quick and stable fixation of the bottom of the first frame and the second frame. This bottom fixing method is simple to operate. Just lift the lifting rod and then release it. With the help of the spring force, the lifting rod is inserted into the inner cavity of the mounting block, which can effectively ensure the stability of the bottom connection.
[0017] 2. After the first frame and the second frame of this utility model are brought close together, the teeth on the surface of the positioning plates on both sides engage with each other. Then, the mounting rod is rotated to engage with the inner cavity of the mounting frame, and the mounting rod is fixed in the mounting frame by fastening bolts, thereby achieving the fixation of the top of the first frame and the second frame. This top fixing method not only enables the teeth to engage for initial positioning, but also further strengthens the connection strength through the mounting rod and fastening bolts, thereby enhancing the structural strength and rigidity of the unit. Attached Figure Description
[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below.
[0019] Figure 1 A three-dimensional modular chiller unit that can be assembled into multiple units. Figure 1 .
[0020] Figure 2 A three-dimensional modular chiller unit that can be assembled into multiple units. Figure 2 .
[0021] Figure 3 This is a front view schematic diagram of a modular chiller unit that can be assembled into multiple units.
[0022] Figure 4 A modular chiller unit that can be assembled into multiple units Figure 3 A magnified view of a portion of point A in the middle.
[0023] Figure 5 A modular chiller unit that can be assembled into multiple units Figure 3 A magnified view of a portion of point B in the middle.
[0024] In the attached diagram: 1. First frame; 2. Second frame; 3. Refrigeration module; 4. Connecting pipe; 5. Clamping mounting assembly; 6. Snap-on assembly; 501. First positioning plate; 502. Second positioning plate; 503. Tooth; 504. Mounting rod; 505. Mounting frame; 601. Positioning shell; 602. Fixing bracket; 603. Insert; 604. Lifting rod; 605. Spring; 606. Mounting block; 7. Caster wheel. Detailed Implementation
[0025] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments.
[0026] Example 1
[0027] Please see Figure 1-5 This utility model is an assembleable multi-unit modular chiller unit, including a first frame 1, a second frame 2 provided on one side of the first frame 1, refrigeration modules 3 provided in the inner cavity of both the first frame 1 and the second frame 2, connecting pipes 4 provided on both sides of the refrigeration modules 3, a clamping installation assembly 5 provided at the top between the first frame 1 and the second frame 2, and a buckling assembly 6 provided at the bottom between the first frame 1 and the second frame 2. The clamping installation assembly 5 includes a first positioning plate 501, one side of the first positioning plate 501 is fixedly connected to the surface of the first frame 1, a second positioning plate 502 is fixedly connected to one side of the second frame 2, teeth 503 are fixedly connected to the opposite sides of the first positioning plate 501 and the second positioning plate 502, an installation rod 504 is movably connected to the front of the first positioning plate 501, and an installation frame 505 is fixedly connected to the front of the second positioning plate 502.
[0028] Specifically: Move the first frame 1 and the second frame 2 respectively, so that they are close to each other until they are pressed together. At this time, the teeth 503 on the surface of the first positioning plate 501 on one side of the first frame 1 and the teeth 503 on the second positioning plate 502 on one side of the second frame 2 are engaged with each other. Then, rotate the mounting rod 504 until one end of it is inserted into the inner cavity of the mounting frame 505. Screw the fastening bolt into the bolt hole on the surface of the mounting frame 505 and the mounting hole through the surface of the mounting rod 504, so as to fix the mounting rod 504 in the inner cavity of the mounting frame 505, so that the two form a whole, thereby fixing the top of the first frame 1 and the second frame 2.
[0029] Example 2
[0030] Please see Figure 1-5Based on Embodiment 1, the snap-fit assembly 6 includes a positioning shell 601. One side of the positioning shell 601 is fixedly connected to the surface of the first frame 1. A fixing frame 602 is fixedly connected to the bottom of one side of the first frame 1 and above the positioning shell 601. An insert 603 is provided in the inner cavity of the fixing frame 602. A lifting rod 604 is fixedly connected to the top of the insert 603. A spring 605 is sleeved on the surface of the lifting rod 604. An mounting block 606 is movably connected to the inner cavity of the positioning shell 601. A sealing connecting pipe is provided in the inner cavity of the connecting pipe 4. A sealing ring is provided on the surface of the sealing connecting pipe. Both the first frame 1 and the second frame 2 are equipped with casters 7 at their bottoms. Brakes are provided at the rollers at the bottom of the casters 7. Mounting rod 504 has mounting holes on its surface, and mounting frame 505 has bolt holes on its surface. Support plates are fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner cavities of both the first frame 1 and the second frame 2. The top of the support plates has a slot. The bottom of the refrigeration module 3 is movably connected to the slot at the top of the support plate. The top of the lifting rod 604 is fixedly connected to a lifting plate with anti-slip texture on its surface. A dustproof net is provided on the front of the refrigeration module 3. The dustproof net is made of stainless steel.
[0031] Specifically: Move the first frame 1 and the second frame 2 until they are close to each other. First, lift the lifting rod 604 upwards. After the mounting block 606 on one side of the second frame 2 is inserted into the inner cavity of the positioning shell 601 on one side of the first frame 1, release the lifting rod 604. Under the action of the spring 605, the lifting rod 604 is inserted into the inner cavity of the mounting block 606, thereby fixing the first frame 1 and the second frame 2. As the first frame 1 and the second frame 2 move closer to each other, the connecting pipes 4 on one side of the two cooling modules 3 also move closer. Insert the sealing connecting pipes into the inner cavities of the two connecting pipes 4 to connect the two cooling modules 3. Four sets of moving wheels 7 are evenly distributed at the bottom of the first frame 1 and the second frame 2, which can not only move the first frame 1 and the second frame 2, but also... The bottom of the second frame 2 is stably supported, and the first frame 1 and the second frame 2 can be moved. Rotate the mounting rod 504 until one end is inserted into the inner cavity of the mounting frame 505. Tighten the fastening bolts into the bolt holes on the surface of the mounting frame 505 and the mounting holes through the surface of the mounting rod 504, thereby fixing the mounting rod 504 to the inner cavity of the mounting frame 505, so that the two form a whole. The support plate can support and fix the bottom of the cooling module 3 and facilitate the subsequent disassembly of the cooling module 3. The surface of the lifting plate has good anti-slip properties, making it easier to lift the lifting rod 604. The dust filter can filter dust in the air and prevent excessive dust from being sucked into the interior by the fan on the cooling module 3.
[0032] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: Simultaneously move the first frame 1 and the second frame 2 until they are close to each other. After they reach a certain distance, first lift the lifting rod 604 upwards. When the mounting block 606 on one side of the second frame 2 is inserted into the inner cavity of the positioning shell 601 on one side of the first frame 1, release the lifting rod 604. Under the action of the spring 605, the lifting rod 604 is inserted into the inner cavity of the mounting block 606, thereby fixing the bottom of the first frame 1 and the second frame 2. At the same time, the first frame 1... The teeth 503 on the surface of the positioning plate 501 engage with the teeth 503 on the second positioning plate 502 on one side of the second frame 2. After the teeth 503 engage, rotate the mounting rod 504 until one end of it is inserted into the inner cavity of the mounting frame 505. Screw the fastening bolts into the bolt holes on the surface of the mounting frame 505 and the mounting holes through the surface of the mounting rod 504, thereby fixing the mounting rod 504 in the inner cavity of the mounting frame 505, so that the two form a whole, thereby fixing the top of the first frame 1 and the second frame 2.
[0033] The preferred embodiments of the present utility model disclosed above are only used to help illustrate the present utility model. The preferred embodiments do not describe all the details in detail, nor do they limit the present utility model to the specific implementation methods described. The present specification selects and specifically describes these embodiments in order to better explain the principle and practical application of the present utility model, so that those skilled in the art can better understand and utilize the present utility model.
Claims
1. A modular water chiller unit that can be assembled into multiple units, comprising a first frame (1), characterized in that: A second frame (2) is provided on one side of the first frame (1). A refrigeration module (3) is provided in the inner cavity of both the first frame (1) and the second frame (2). A connecting pipe (4) is provided on both sides of the refrigeration module (3). A clamping installation component (5) is provided at the top between the first frame (1) and the second frame (2). A buckle component (6) is provided at the bottom between the first frame (1) and the second frame (2). The clamping and mounting assembly (5) includes a first positioning plate (501), one side of the first positioning plate (501) is fixedly connected to the surface of the first frame (1), and one side of the second frame (2) is fixedly connected to a second positioning plate (502). Teeth (503) are fixedly connected to the opposite sides of the first positioning plate (501) and the second positioning plate (502). A mounting rod (504) is movably connected to the front of the first positioning plate (501), and a mounting frame (505) is fixedly connected to the front of the second positioning plate (502).
2. The modular chiller unit that can be assembled into multiple units according to claim 1, characterized in that: The buckle assembly (6) includes a positioning shell (601), one side of which is fixedly connected to the surface of the first frame (1). A fixing frame (602) is fixedly connected to the bottom of one side of the first frame (1) and above the positioning shell (601). An insert (603) is provided in the inner cavity of the fixing frame (602). A lifting rod (604) is fixedly connected to the top of the insert (603). A spring (605) is sleeved on the surface of the lifting rod (604). An installation block (606) is movably connected to the inner cavity of the positioning shell (601).
3. The modular chiller unit that can be assembled into multiple units according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner cavity of the connecting pipe (4) is provided with a sealing connecting pipe, and the surface of the sealing connecting pipe is provided with a sealing ring.
4. The modular chiller unit that can be assembled into multiple units according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the first frame (1) and the second frame (2) are both provided with casters (7), and brakes are provided at the rollers at the bottom of the casters (7).
5. A modular chiller unit that can be assembled into multiple units according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting rod (504) has mounting holes on its surface, and the mounting frame (505) has bolt holes on its surface.
6. A modular chiller unit that can be assembled into multiple units according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the inner cavity of the first frame (1) and the second frame (2) are both fixedly connected to a support plate, and the top of the support plate is provided with a slot. The bottom of the refrigeration module (3) is movably connected to the slot at the top of the support plate.
7. A modular chiller unit that can be assembled into multiple units according to claim 2, characterized in that: The top of the lifting rod (604) is fixedly connected to a lifting plate, and the surface of the lifting plate is provided with anti-slip texture.
8. A modular chiller unit that can be assembled into multiple units according to claim 1, characterized in that: The front of the refrigeration module (3) is provided with a dustproof net, which is made of stainless steel.