Fin cooling device for heat exchanger processing

By designing air curtain and monitoring components within the cooling device, temperature stability and uniformity in the fin cooling process were achieved, solving the problems of low cooling efficiency and unstable effects in existing technologies, and improving production efficiency and equipment lifespan.

CN224340488UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-09WUXI CHENGONG MASCH CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
WUXI CHENGONG MASCH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-08-05
Publication Date
2026-06-09

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing technologies have low fin cooling efficiency, natural cooling is inefficient, traditional air-cooled devices have poor cooling chamber sealing and unstable cooling effect, and water-cooled devices may cause condensation to affect processing, making it difficult to meet the cycle time requirements of large-scale production.

Method used

Design a fin cooling device that includes a cooling chamber, a cooler, an air curtain assembly, and a monitoring assembly. The air curtain fan forms an air curtain to block the contact between the air inside and outside the cooling chamber. Combined with temperature sensors and infrared temperature sensors, it enables real-time monitoring and automated control to ensure temperature stability inside the cooling chamber and uniform cooling of the fins.

Benefits of technology

It achieves stable cooling chamber temperature and uniform fin cooling, reduces cooling effect fluctuations and frequent equipment start-ups and shutdowns, extends equipment life, and improves automation and cooling process stability.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to heat exchanger processing technology related field, especially a fin cooling device for heat exchanger processing, including cooling chamber, air cooler, air curtain subassembly and monitoring subassembly, cooling chamber inside is installed with the transmission belt in the whole, the air cooler sets up in cooling chamber upper end, the air cooler lower extreme is located in cooling chamber and is provided with cooling pipe, the air curtain subassembly includes two groups of mounting bracket fixed in cooling chamber import and export upper end, the mounting bracket upper end is equipped with the air curtain fan, the air curtain fan lower extreme is connected with the air outlet pipe, the monitoring subassembly includes control panel, the control panel inboard is connected with first temperature sensor and infrared temperature sensor, can realize the heat preservation operation to cooling chamber internal environment, the temperature stability in the cooling chamber is convenient for maintaining, avoids the refrigeration effect fluctuation because of cold air loss, can realize the constant temperature operation control to cooling chamber and fin, is convenient for real -time grasps the cooling chamber inside and fin temperature state.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of heat exchanger processing technology, and in particular to a finned cooling device for heat exchanger processing. Background Technology

[0002] In the manufacturing process of heat exchangers, fins are the core heat exchange elements, and their processing quality directly affects the overall performance of the heat exchanger. Fins usually need to be formed through multiple processes such as stamping and cutting. In some processing processes, fins will generate a lot of heat due to friction and plastic deformation during processing, and need to be cooled.

[0003] Currently, the industry mostly uses natural cooling or simple air-cooling and water-cooling devices for fin cooling. Natural cooling is inefficient and cannot meet the cycle time requirements of large-scale production. Traditional air-cooling devices often have problems with poor sealing of the cooling chamber, allowing cold air to easily escape from the inlet and outlet, resulting in large temperature fluctuations and unstable cooling effects. In addition, the refrigeration equipment needs to be frequently started to maintain the set temperature, resulting in high energy consumption. Some water-cooling devices may cause condensation on the fin surface due to improper water volume control, affecting subsequent processing. Therefore, we need to upgrade and modify the existing technology to overcome the existing problems and shortcomings. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a finned cooling device for heat exchanger processing to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0006] Design a fin cooling device for heat exchanger processing, including a cooling chamber, a cold air fan, an air curtain assembly, and a monitoring assembly. A conveyor belt is installed through the interior of the cooling chamber. The cold air fan is located at the upper end of the cooling chamber, and a cooling pipe is installed at the lower end of the cold air fan inside the cooling chamber. The air curtain assembly is located at the inlet and outlet of the cooling chamber, and the monitoring assembly is installed inside the cooling chamber.

[0007] The air curtain assembly includes two sets of mounting brackets fixed at the upper end of the inlet and outlet of the cooling chamber. An air curtain fan is provided at the upper end of the mounting bracket, and an air outlet pipe is connected to the lower end of the air curtain fan.

[0008] The monitoring component includes a control panel, on the inside of which a first temperature sensor and an infrared temperature sensor are connected.

[0009] Preferably, the mounting bracket has an embedded groove at its lower end, and the air outlet pipe has a rotating shaft at its upper end. The air outlet pipe is rotatably connected to the lower end of the embedded groove via the rotating shaft.

[0010] Preferably, the air outlet duct structure adopts a flat nozzle design, and its width is adapted to the width of the conveyor belt to ensure that the air curtain can cover the full width of the conveyor belt. A guide plate is provided at the air outlet duct to reduce edge air leakage.

[0011] Preferably, the air curtain fan is a variable frequency fan and is electrically connected to the control panel, capable of receiving cooling room temperature data monitored by the first temperature sensor.

[0012] Preferably, the first temperature sensor is a PT platinum resistance sensor, and at least one is provided at the top, bottom and middle of the cooling chamber. The first temperature sensor is electrically connected to the controller inside the control panel.

[0013] Preferably, the infrared temperature sensor is a sensor with an x-pixel array, and its installation position corresponds to the conveyor path of the conveyor belt, which can cover the running trajectory of the fins. The infrared temperature sensor is connected to the control panel.

[0014] Preferably, the controller inside the control panel is an STM microcontroller, which can receive data transmitted from the first temperature sensor and the infrared temperature sensor, and control the operation of the air cooler and the air curtain fan according to a preset program.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0016] This invention features an air curtain assembly within the device. An air curtain fan blows air through the air outlet duct, forming an air curtain at the air inlet and outlet of the cooling chamber. This air curtain blocks the contact between the internal cold air and the external air, thus achieving heat preservation of the internal environment of the cooling chamber. This facilitates the maintenance of a stable temperature within the cooling chamber, prevents fluctuations in cooling effect due to cold air loss, ensures uniform cooling of the fins, reduces the frequency of starting and stopping the air cooler, extends the service life of the air cooler, and also reduces the amount of external dust and impurities entering the cooling chamber with the air.

[0017] This invention incorporates a monitoring component within the device. A first temperature sensor monitors the internal temperature of the cooling chamber, while an infrared temperature sensor monitors the fin temperature. The control panel adjusts the operating power of the cooling fan, enabling constant temperature control of the cooling chamber and fins. This allows for real-time monitoring of the internal temperature distribution and fin cooling status, timely detection and rapid adjustment of localized temperature anomalies, ensuring that each fin meets the preset cooling standard and improving the automation and stability of the cooling process.

[0018] Specific embodiments of the present invention are disclosed in detail with reference to the following description and accompanying drawings, indicating how the principles of the present invention can be employed. It should be understood that the embodiments of the present invention are not limited in scope. Within the spirit and scope of the appended claims, the embodiments of the present invention include many changes, modifications, and equivalents. Attached Figure Description

[0019] The accompanying drawings are provided to further illustrate the present invention and form part of the specification. They are used together with the embodiments of the present invention to explain the present invention, but do not constitute a limitation thereof. In the drawings:

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure according to the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the overall structure according to this utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 An exploded view of the air curtain assembly according to this utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the monitoring component according to the present invention.

[0024] In the diagram: 1. Cooling chamber; 2. Conveyor belt; 3. Air cooler; 31. Cooling pipe; 4. Air curtain assembly; 41. Mounting bracket; 42. Air curtain fan; 43. Air outlet duct; 44. Embedded groove; 45. Rotating shaft; 5. Monitoring components; 51. Control panel; 52. First temperature sensor; 53. Infrared temperature sensor. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model will be further described below in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0026] like Figure 1-4 As shown, this embodiment provides a fin cooling device for heat exchanger processing, including a cooling chamber 1, a cold air fan 3, an air curtain assembly 4, and a monitoring assembly 5. A conveyor belt 2 is installed through the interior of the cooling chamber 1. The cold air fan 3 is located at the upper end of the cooling chamber 1, and a cooling pipe 31 is installed at the lower end of the cold air fan 3 inside the cooling chamber 1. The air curtain assembly 4 is located at the inlet and outlet of the cooling chamber 1, and the monitoring assembly 5 is installed inside the cooling chamber 1.

[0027] In this embodiment, the air curtain assembly 4 includes two sets of mounting brackets 41 fixed to the upper ends of the inlet and outlet of the cooling chamber 1. An air curtain fan 42 is mounted on the upper end of each mounting bracket 41, and an air outlet duct 43 is connected to the lower end of the air curtain fan 42. An embedded groove 44 is provided at the lower end of each mounting bracket 41, and a rotating shaft 45 is provided on the upper end of the air outlet duct 43. The air outlet duct 43 is rotatably connected to the lower end of the embedded groove 44 via the rotating shaft 45. The air outlet duct 43 adopts a flat nozzle design, and its width is adapted to the width of the conveyor belt 2 to ensure that the air curtain can cover the full width of the conveyor belt 2. A guide plate is provided at the air outlet duct 43 to reduce edge air leakage. The air curtain fan 42 is a variable frequency fan and is electrically connected to the control panel 51. It can receive temperature data inside the cooling chamber 1 monitored by the first temperature sensor 52, and blow air through the air curtain fan 42. The angle of the air outlet duct 43 can be adjusted by the rotating shaft 45. An air curtain is formed at the air inlet and outlet of the cooling chamber 1 through the air outlet duct 43, blocking the contact between the internal cold air and the external air. This can achieve the temperature preservation operation of the internal environment of the cooling chamber 1, which is conducive to maintaining the temperature stability inside the cooling chamber 1 and avoiding fluctuations in the cooling effect due to the loss of cold air, thereby ensuring the uniformity of fin cooling. At the same time, it reduces the frequent start and stop of the air cooler 3, reduces equipment energy consumption, and extends the service life of the air cooler 3. It can also reduce the entry of external dust and impurities into the cooling chamber 1 with the air.

[0028] In this embodiment, the monitoring component 5 includes a control panel 51. A first temperature sensor 52 and an infrared temperature sensor 53 are connected to the inside of the control panel 51. The first temperature sensor 52 is a PT100 platinum resistance sensor, with at least one located at the top, bottom, and middle of the cooling chamber 1. The first temperature sensor 52 is electrically connected to a controller inside the control panel 51. The infrared temperature sensor 53 is a sensor with an 8x8 pixel array, and its installation position corresponds to the conveyor path of the conveyor belt 2, covering the running trajectory of the fins. The infrared temperature sensor 53 is connected to the control panel 51. The controller inside the control panel 51 is an STM32 microcontroller capable of receiving the first temperature sensor... The data transmitted by the first temperature sensor 52 and the infrared temperature sensor 53 are used to control the operation of the air cooler 3 and the air curtain fan 42 according to the preset program. The internal temperature of the cooling chamber 1 is monitored by the first temperature sensor 52, and the fin temperature is monitored by the infrared temperature sensor 53. The operating power of the air cooler 3 is adjusted by the control panel 51. This enables constant temperature operation control of the cooling chamber 1 and the fins, which facilitates real-time monitoring of the internal temperature field distribution and fin cooling status of the cooling chamber 1, timely detection of local temperature anomalies and rapid adjustment, and ensures that each fin meets the preset cooling standard. At the same time, closed-loop control is formed through data feedback, reducing manual intervention and improving the automation and stability of the cooling process.

[0029] The working principle and process of this utility model are as follows: During operation, the fins to be cooled are conveyed into the cooling chamber 1 by the conveyor belt 2. After the air cooler 3 is started, cold air is delivered into the cooling chamber 1 through the cooling pipe 31 to provide a cooling environment for the fins. The air curtain fan 42 receives the temperature data of the cooling chamber 1 monitored by the first temperature sensor 52 and forms an air curtain at the inlet and outlet of the cooling chamber 1 through the air outlet pipe 43, which effectively blocks the cold air inside the cooling chamber 1 from contacting the outside air and maintains the internal temperature stability. The first temperature sensor 52 monitors the internal temperature, and the infrared temperature sensor 53 monitors the surface temperature of the fins along the path of the conveyor belt 2. Both transmit the data to the control panel 51. The controller analyzes the data according to the preset program and dynamically adjusts the operating power of the air cooler 3 and the air supply intensity of the air curtain fan 42 to form a closed-loop control.

[0030] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "equipped with," "connected," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0031] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper," "lower," "right," etc., refer to the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation, 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 this utility model. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for distinction in description and have no special meaning.

Claims

1. A finned cooling device for heat exchanger processing, characterized in that, The device includes a cooling chamber (1), a cooler (3), an air curtain assembly (4), and a monitoring assembly (5). A conveyor belt (2) is installed through the interior of the cooling chamber (1). The cooler (3) is located at the upper end of the cooling chamber (1). A cooling pipe (31) is installed at the lower end of the cooler (3) inside the cooling chamber (1). The air curtain assembly (4) is located at the inlet and outlet of the cooling chamber (1). The monitoring assembly (5) is installed inside the cooling chamber (1). The air curtain assembly (4) includes two sets of mounting brackets (41) fixed at the upper end of the inlet and outlet of the cooling chamber (1). The upper end of the mounting bracket (41) is provided with an air curtain fan (42), and the lower end of the air curtain fan (42) is connected to an air outlet pipe (43). The monitoring component (5) includes a control panel (51), on the inside of which a first temperature sensor (52) and an infrared temperature sensor (53) are connected.

2. The finned cooling device for heat exchanger processing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting bracket (41) has an embedded groove (44) at its lower end, and the air outlet pipe (43) has a rotating shaft (45) at its upper end. The air outlet pipe (43) is rotatably connected to the lower end of the embedded groove (44) via the rotating shaft (45).

3. The finned cooling device for heat exchanger processing according to claim 2, characterized in that: The air outlet pipe (43) adopts a flat nozzle design, and its width is adapted to the width of the conveyor belt (2) to ensure that the air curtain can cover the full width of the conveyor belt (2). A guide plate is provided at the air outlet pipe (43) to reduce edge air leakage.

4. The finned cooling device for heat exchanger processing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The air curtain fan (42) is a variable frequency fan and is electrically connected to the control panel (51), and can receive the temperature data in the cooling chamber (1) monitored by the first temperature sensor (52).

5. The finned cooling device for heat exchanger processing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first temperature sensor (52) is a PT100 platinum resistance sensor, and at least one is provided at the top, bottom and middle of the cooling chamber (1). The first temperature sensor (52) is electrically connected to the controller inside the control panel (51).

6. The finned cooling device for heat exchanger processing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The infrared temperature sensor (53) is a sensor with an 8x8 pixel array. Its installation position corresponds to the conveying path of the conveyor belt (2) and can cover the running trajectory of the fins. The infrared temperature sensor (53) is connected to the control panel (51).

7. The finned cooling device for heat exchanger processing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The controller inside the control panel (51) is an STM32 microcontroller, which can receive data transmitted by the first temperature sensor (52) and the infrared temperature sensor (53), and control the operation of the air cooler (3) and the air curtain fan (42) according to the preset program.