Guide rail type dehumidification module and guide rail type dehumidification module group

By designing a rail-mounted dehumidification module, using a slot locking buckle and a centralized water collection box, the problem of inconvenient installation of existing equipment is solved, achieving convenient installation and effective dehumidification, which is suitable for humidity control of precision electronic equipment.

CN224388469UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-23CHANGZHOU MINTER ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
CHANGZHOU MINTER ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE
Filing Date
2025-07-21
Publication Date
2026-06-23

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Technical Problem

Existing dehumidification equipment is inconvenient to install on sliding rails, and it is difficult to achieve convenient installation and maintenance, which cannot meet the strict requirements of humidity control for precision electronic equipment.

Method used

A rail-mounted dehumidification module was designed, including a dehumidification body, a locking buckle, and an air circulation component. It can be quickly installed by sliding the buckle slot with the rail mounting slot, and is equipped with a drainage component and a centralized water collection box to ensure smooth drainage of condensate.

Benefits of technology

It enables convenient installation and maintenance of the dehumidification module, ensuring the stability and service life of the equipment, and is particularly suitable for applications with limited space.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a guide rail formula dehumidification module and module group thereof for installing on the guide rail, and the guide rail formula dehumidification module includes: dehumidification body and card slot locking buckle, the dehumidification body includes the casing, and the rear side of casing is equipped with guide rail installation groove and the buckle slot communication of guide rail installation groove, the card slot locking buckle can slide and be equipped with in buckle slot, and the card slot locking buckle is suitable for being acted after the casing is installed into the guide rail through the guide rail installation groove and extends into the guide rail installation groove and clamps the guide rail. The utility model can effectively dehumidify, and simultaneously combined flexible, and the installation operation is convenient.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a rail-mounted dehumidification module and a rail-mounted dehumidification module assembly, belonging to the field of dehumidification technology. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, with the continuous improvement of modern industrial automation, various precision electronic devices, automated control systems, and data processing equipment are widely used in production and daily life. These devices have extremely strict requirements for humidity control in their working environment. Excessive humidity can cause condensation inside the equipment, leading to short circuits, corrosion, and other malfunctions, severely affecting the stability and lifespan of the equipment. This is especially true in space-constrained applications such as electrical control cabinets, distribution boxes, and data center server rooms, where the ease of installation and maintenance of dehumidification equipment is paramount.

[0003] After searching the existing technology, it was found that Chinese patent with publication number CN212262831U discloses a new type of intelligent dehumidification device. This patent realizes the installation and fixation of the dehumidification device on the guide rail. However, it was found in the process of use that the sliding guide rail not only needs to slide itself on the smooth rail buckle, but the lower double-layer buckle and the upper layer buckle set at the upper and lower ends of the sliding guide rail also need to be set with corresponding guide rails, which is inconvenient to use. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to overcome the defects of the prior art and provide a rail-mounted dehumidification module and a rail-mounted dehumidification module assembly, which can effectively dehumidify, is flexible in combination, and is convenient to install and operate.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution of this utility model is: a rail-mounted dehumidification module for installation on a rail, comprising:

[0006] The dehumidifier body includes a housing, and the rear side of the housing is provided with a guide rail mounting groove and a snap-fit ​​groove communicating with the guide rail mounting groove;

[0007] A locking buckle is provided, which is slidably installed in the buckle groove. The locking buckle is adapted to be actuated to extend into the guide rail mounting groove and lock the guide rail after the housing is installed into the guide rail mounting groove.

[0008] Furthermore, the housing is provided with a dehumidification channel, and the two ends of the dehumidification channel are an air inlet and an air outlet that are connected to the outside, respectively.

[0009] The dehumidifier unit also includes:

[0010] An air circulation component is disposed within the dehumidification channel and is adapted to drive airflow within the dehumidification channel.

[0011] A dehumidification component is disposed within the housing and connected to the dehumidification channel. The dehumidification component is adapted to condense and dehumidify the air passing through the dehumidification channel.

[0012] Furthermore, the dehumidifier also includes a drainage component, which has a drainage channel suitable for draining the condensate from the dehumidifier and a drain outlet on the housing, the drain outlet being connected to the drainage channel.

[0013] Furthermore, two limiting recesses are respectively provided on the two inner sidewalls of the buckle groove, which are spaced apart along the sliding direction, and elastic protrusions that cooperate with the limiting recesses are respectively provided on both sides of the buckle groove locking buckle.

[0014] The two limiting recesses correspond to the positions where the locking buckle extends into the guide rail mounting groove and exits the guide rail mounting groove, respectively, and the elastic protrusion is adapted to engage with the limiting recesses at the corresponding positions.

[0015] Furthermore, the card slot locking buckle is provided with an operating part extending to the outside of the housing;

[0016] The operating part is adapted to cause the slot locking buckle to extend into the guide rail mounting groove when pressed, and to cause the slot locking buckle to exit the guide rail mounting groove when pulled.

[0017] Furthermore, the upper inner wall of the guide rail mounting groove is provided with at least one downwardly extending retaining protrusion, and the retaining protrusion and the bottom wall of the guide rail mounting groove form an upper retaining groove that retains the upper side of the guide rail.

[0018] Furthermore, the upper end of the slot locking buckle is provided with a locking head. When the slot locking buckle is activated, the locking head is adapted to extend into the guide rail mounting groove, and a lower locking groove is formed between the locking head and the bottom wall of the guide rail mounting groove to lock the lower side of the guide rail.

[0019] This utility model also provides a rail-mounted dehumidification module group, including the above-mentioned rail-mounted dehumidification module, with multiple rail-mounted dehumidification modules installed side by side on a rail.

[0020] Furthermore, the dehumidification body of the rail-mounted dehumidification module also includes a drain outlet;

[0021] The rail-mounted dehumidification module also includes a centralized water collection box, which has a water collection channel inside. The upper part of the centralized water collection box has multiple water inlets connected to the water collection channel, and the lower part of the centralized water collection box has a main drain outlet connected to the water collection channel.

[0022] The water inlets are connected to the corresponding drain outlets of the guide rail type dehumidification modules.

[0023] Furthermore, the water collection channel has a structure that is high on both sides and low in the middle, and the main drain outlet is located in the middle of the water collection channel.

[0024] By adopting the above technical solution, this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0025] In this invention, during installation, the guide rail mounting slot of the guide rail dehumidification module is aligned with the guide rail, and the locking buckle is operated to make it slide in the buckle slot and extend into the guide rail mounting slot, thereby completing the installation of the guide rail dehumidification module on the guide rail, which greatly simplifies the installation process.

[0026] In addition, the operation unit allows users to control the extension and retraction of the buckle with simple pressing or pulling actions, further improving the ease of operation; multiple rail-mounted dehumidification modules can be installed side by side to form a rail-mounted dehumidification module group, which, together with the centralized water collection box, realizes the centralized collection and discharge of condensate. At the same time, the design of the water collection channel, which is high on both sides and low in the middle, ensures that the condensate can be smoothly collected to the main drain outlet, avoiding the problem of water accumulation.

[0027] In summary, the rail-mounted dehumidification module and its module assembly provided by this utility model have the advantages of simple installation, convenient operation, reliable fixing, convenient maintenance, and flexible combination. They are particularly suitable for application scenarios with limited space and strict requirements for humidity control, such as electrical cabinets, effectively protecting electrical equipment from damage caused by humid environments and extending the service life of the equipment. Attached Figure Description

[0028] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the rail-mounted dehumidification module in Example 1. Figure 1 ;

[0029] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the rail-mounted dehumidification module in Example 1. Figure 2 ;

[0030] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the rail-mounted dehumidification module in Example 1. Figure 3 ;

[0031] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the rail-mounted dehumidification module assembly in Example 2. Figure 1 ;

[0032] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the rail-mounted dehumidification module assembly in Example 2. Figure 2 ;

[0033] Figure 6This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the locking buckle of the guide rail type dehumidification module in Example 1. Detailed Implementation

[0034] To make the contents of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to specific embodiments and accompanying drawings.

[0035] Example 1: As Figure 1-3 As shown, a rail-mounted dehumidification module, for mounting on a rail 5, includes:

[0036] The dehumidifier body includes a housing 1, and the rear side of the housing 1 is provided with a guide rail mounting groove 2 and a snap-fit ​​groove 3 that communicates with the guide rail mounting groove 2.

[0037] The slot locking buckle 4 is slidably installed in the buckle groove 3. The slot locking buckle 4 is adapted to be actuated after the guide rail 5 is installed in the guide rail mounting groove 2 to extend into the guide rail mounting groove 2 and lock the guide rail 5.

[0038] Specifically, the housing 1 is provided with a dehumidification channel, and the two ends of the dehumidification channel are an air inlet and an air outlet that are connected to the outside, respectively.

[0039] The dehumidifier unit also includes:

[0040] An air circulation component is installed inside the dehumidification channel and is designed to drive airflow within the dehumidification channel.

[0041] The dehumidification component is housed inside the housing 1 and connected to the dehumidification channel. The dehumidification component is suitable for condensing and dehumidifying the air passing through the dehumidification channel.

[0042] Specifically, the dehumidifier also includes a drainage component, which has a drainage channel suitable for draining the condensate from the dehumidifier and a drain outlet on the housing 1, with the drain outlet connected to the drainage channel.

[0043] In this embodiment, as Figure 1-3 As shown, during installation, align the guide rail mounting slot 2 of the guide rail dehumidification module with the guide rail 5, and use the operating slot locking buckle 4 to make it slide in the buckle slot 3 and extend into the guide rail mounting slot 2, so as to realize the quick installation of the module on the guide rail 5.

[0044] The specific structure and operating principle of the dehumidification component can be found in the semiconductor condenser of a modular dehumidification device disclosed in announcement number CN209658717U, which is existing technology and will not be described in detail in this embodiment; the air circulation component can be a fan, which is set at the air inlet of the dehumidification channel to drive the air to flow in the dehumidification channel.

[0045] Specifically, the upper inner wall of the guide rail mounting groove 2 is provided with at least one downwardly extending retaining protrusion, and the retaining protrusion and the bottom wall of the guide rail mounting groove 2 form an upper retaining groove that retains the upper side of the guide rail 5.

[0046] Specifically, the upper end of the slot locking buckle 4 is provided with a locking head. The action of the slot locking buckle is adapted to insert the locking head into the guide rail mounting groove 2, and a lower locking groove is formed between the locking head and the bottom wall of the guide rail mounting groove 2 to lock the lower side of the guide rail 5.

[0047] In this embodiment, the entrance end of the upper slot is provided with an inwardly inclined guide surface, which is adapted to guide the upper side of the guide rail 5 to smoothly enter the upper slot when the guide rail 5 is inserted; the entrance end of the lower slot is also provided with an inwardly inclined guide surface, which is adapted to guide the lower side of the guide rail 5 to smoothly enter the lower slot when the slot locking buckle 4 is activated.

[0048] Specifically, such as Figure 1-2 and Figure 6 As shown, the two inner sidewalls of the buckle groove 3 are respectively provided with two limiting recesses 31 spaced apart along the sliding direction, and the two sides of the buckle groove locking buckle 4 are respectively provided with elastic protrusions 41 that cooperate with the limiting recesses 31.

[0049] The two limiting recesses 31 correspond to the positions where the locking buckle 4 extends into the guide rail mounting groove 2 and exits the guide rail mounting groove 2, respectively, and the elastic protrusion 41 is adapted to engage with the limiting recesses 31 at the corresponding positions.

[0050] In this embodiment, as Figure 1-2 and Figure 6 As shown, the elastic protrusion 41 undergoes elastic deformation during the sliding of the locking buckle 4. When the locking buckle 4 slides to the preset position, the elastic protrusion 41 returns to its original shape and engages with the corresponding limiting recess 31, forming a limiting lock. The limiting recess 31 ensures that the locking buckle 4 can be limited in both the insertion and withdrawal positions of the locking buckle 4, preventing positional displacement during use.

[0051] When the locking buckle 4 needs to switch working positions, the engaging structure between the elastic protrusion 41 and the limiting recess 31 overcomes the engagement between the elastic protrusion 41 and the limiting recess 31 by applying external force, allowing the locking buckle 4 to slide within the buckle groove 3. When the external force is removed, the elastic protrusion 41 re-engages with the limiting recess 31 at the new position, completing the position switch and maintaining a stable locking state.

[0052] Specifically, such as Figure 1-3 and Figure 6 As shown, the card slot locking buckle 4 is provided with an operating part 42 extending to the outside of the housing 1;

[0053] The operating part 42 is adapted to cause the locking buckle 4 to extend into the guide rail mounting groove 2 when pressed, and to cause the locking buckle 4 to exit the guide rail mounting groove 2 when pulled.

[0054] In this embodiment, as Figure 1-3 and Figure 6 As shown, the operating part 42 is a protruding structure, located at the end of the locking buckle 4 and extending to the outside of the housing 1, allowing the operator to directly contact the operating part 42 for operation. The operating part 42 and the locking buckle 4 form an integral structure. When the operating part 42 is subjected to external force, the external force is transmitted to the locking buckle 4 through the operating part 42, causing the locking buckle 4 to slide within the buckle groove 3.

[0055] When the operating unit 42 is subjected to pressure, it pushes the locking buckle 4 to slide along the buckle groove 3 towards the guide rail mounting groove 2, so that the front end of the locking buckle 4 extends into the guide rail mounting groove 2 and engages with the guide rail 5. When the operating unit 42 is subjected to pulling force, it drives the locking buckle 4 to slide along the buckle groove 3 away from the guide rail mounting groove 2, so that the front end of the locking buckle 4 exits the guide rail mounting groove 2 and releases the engagement with the guide rail 5.

[0056] Specifically, such as Figure 1-3 As shown, the air inlet is located at the bottom of the housing 1, and the air outlet is located at the top of the housing 1.

[0057] In this embodiment, as Figure 1-3 As shown, the air inlet is located on the bottom surface of the housing 1 and is connected to the inlet end of the dehumidification channel, allowing outside air to enter the dehumidification channel through the air inlet. The air outlet is located on the top surface of the housing 1 and is connected to the outlet end of the dehumidification channel, allowing the dehumidified air to be discharged into the external environment through the air outlet. The vertical arrangement of the air inlet and outlet forms a vertical airflow channel, creating an upward flow path for the air within the dehumidification channel.

[0058] Specifically, such as Figure 1-3 As shown, the rail-mounted dehumidification module also includes an operation panel 7, which is located on the front end face of the housing 1.

[0059] In this embodiment, as Figure 3 As shown, the rail-mounted dehumidification module also includes a detection module and a control module. The detection module is connected to the control module, and the control module is connected to the operation panel 7. The operation panel 7 is used to display the humidity detected by the detection module. The specific structure and operating principle of the detection module and the control module can be found in the detection module and control module of a modular dehumidification device disclosed in announcement number CN209658717U. This is prior art and will not be described in detail in this embodiment.

[0060] Specifically, such as Figure 1-3As shown, the housing 1 is also provided with multiple wiring terminals, which are suitable for connecting an external power source to power the air circulation component, dehumidification component, operation panel 7, detection module and control module.

[0061] Specifically, such as Figure 1-3 As shown, the drainage assembly also includes a quick-release connector, which is installed on the housing 1 and connected to the drain outlet.

[0062] In this embodiment, as Figure 1-3 As shown, the quick-release connector is located on the bottom surface of housing 1. The outer end of the quick-release connector has a standard interface structure, and the external drain pipe is connected to the quick-release connector via a plug-in method. The quick-release connector allows for tool-free connection and disconnection of the drain pipe, enabling operators to quickly disconnect the drain pipe when the dehumidification module needs to be moved or maintained. Water condensed by the dehumidification component flows into the quick-release connector through the drain channel and is then discharged to a designated location via the external drain pipe. In some embodiments, the quick-release connector can be a pagoda connector; in other embodiments, a locking quick-release connector or a snap-on or rotary locking structure can also be used.

[0063] Example 2: This example provides a rail-mounted dehumidification module group, including the rail-mounted dehumidification module in Example 1, with multiple rail-mounted dehumidification modules installed side by side on the rail 5.

[0064] Specifically, such as Figure 4-5 As shown, the dehumidification body of the rail-mounted dehumidification module also includes a drain outlet, and the rail-mounted dehumidification module group also includes a centralized water collection box 6. The centralized water collection box 6 is provided with a water collection channel. The upper part of the centralized water collection box 6 is provided with multiple water inlets connected to the water collection channel, and the lower part of the centralized water collection box 6 is provided with a main drain outlet connected to the water collection channel.

[0065] The inlet of the centralized water collection box 6 is connected to the drain outlet of the corresponding guide rail dehumidification module.

[0066] In this embodiment, as Figure 4-5 As shown, a quick-release socket is provided at the water inlet, corresponding to the quick-release connector on the drain outlet of the rail-mounted dehumidifier module. The quick-release socket is fixed to the upper part of the centralized water collection box 6, and its internal structure matches the quick-release connector. Both the quick-release connector and the quick-release socket are existing technologies. When the quick-release socket of the rail-mounted dehumidifier module is inserted into the quick-release connector, multiple rail-mounted dehumidifier modules can form a reliable connection with the centralized water collection box 6. The condensate generated by each rail-mounted dehumidifier module flows into the water collection channel of the centralized water collection box 6 through its respective drain outlet, quick-release connector, quick-release socket, and water inlet. The quick-release socket can be a water pipe that mates with a pagoda connector.

[0067] Specifically, the water collection channel has a structure that is high on both sides and low in the middle, with the main drainage outlet located in the middle of the water collection channel.

[0068] In this embodiment, the bottom surface of the water collection channel gradually slopes from both ends towards the middle, forming a V-shaped inclined structure. The height at both ends is higher than the height in the middle, and the main drain outlet is located at the lowest point of the bottom surface of the water collection channel. This structure allows the condensate flowing into the water collection channel from each inlet to collect towards the middle under the action of gravity, and finally be discharged through the main drain outlet. The main drain outlet is also equipped with a quick connector, which can be connected to a water pipe to discharge the condensate to the outside.

[0069] Furthermore, when multiple rail-mounted dehumidifier modules are used simultaneously, their terminals can be connected in parallel using wires. Jumper wires are used, with one end connected to the terminal of the first rail-mounted dehumidifier module and the other end connected to the same terminal of the adjacent module. Multiple rail-mounted dehumidifier modules are connected in parallel via jumper wires, allowing them to share a single external power supply.

[0070] During use, the number of rail-mounted dehumidifier modules can be determined according to the humidity of the environment, such as one, two, or three modules.

[0071] The specific embodiments described above further illustrate the technical problems, technical solutions, and beneficial effects of this utility model. It should be understood that the above descriptions are merely specific embodiments of this utility model and are not intended to limit this utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A rail-mounted dehumidification module for mounting on a rail (5), characterized in that, include: The dehumidifier body includes a housing (1), and the rear side of the housing (1) is provided with a guide rail mounting groove (2) and a snap-fit ​​groove (3) communicating with the guide rail mounting groove (2). A locking buckle (4) is provided, which is slidably mounted in the buckle groove (3). The locking buckle (4) is adapted to be installed in the housing (1) through the guide rail mounting groove (2). The device is then activated to extend into the guide rail mounting slot (2) and engage the guide rail (5).

2. The rail-mounted dehumidifier module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing (1) is provided with a dehumidification channel, and the two ends of the dehumidification channel are an air inlet and an air outlet that are connected to the outside, respectively. The dehumidifier unit also includes: An air circulation component is disposed within the dehumidification channel and is adapted to drive airflow within the dehumidification channel. A dehumidification component is disposed inside the housing (1) and connected to the dehumidification channel. The dehumidification component is adapted to condense and dehumidify the air passing through the dehumidification channel.

3. The rail-mounted dehumidification module according to claim 2, characterized in that, The dehumidifier also includes a drainage component, which has a drainage channel suitable for draining the condensate of the dehumidifier and a drain outlet on the housing (1), the drain outlet being connected to the drainage channel.

4. The rail-mounted dehumidifier module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The two inner sidewalls of the buckle groove (3) are respectively provided with two limiting recesses (31) spaced apart along the sliding direction, and the two sides of the buckle groove locking buckle (4) are respectively provided with elastic protrusions (41) that cooperate with the limiting recesses (31). The two limiting recesses (31) correspond to the positions where the locking buckle (4) extends into the guide rail mounting groove (2) and exits the guide rail mounting groove (2), respectively, and the elastic protrusion (41) is adapted to engage with the limiting recesses (31) at the corresponding positions.

5. The rail-mounted dehumidifier module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The slot locking buckle (4) is provided with an operating part (42) extending to the outside of the housing (1); The operating part (42) is adapted to drive the slot locking buckle (4) into the guide rail mounting groove (2) when pressed, and to drive the slot locking buckle (4) out of the guide rail mounting groove (2) when pulled.

6. The rail-mounted dehumidifier module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper inner wall of the guide rail mounting groove (2) is provided with at least one downwardly extending retaining protrusion, and the retaining protrusion and the bottom wall of the guide rail mounting groove (2) form an upper retaining groove that retains the upper side of the guide rail (5).

7. The rail-mounted dehumidifier module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper end of the slot locking buckle (4) is provided with a locking head. When the slot locking buckle (4) is activated, it is adapted to insert the locking head into the guide rail mounting groove (2), and a lower locking groove is formed between the locking head and the bottom wall of the guide rail mounting groove (2) to lock the lower side of the guide rail (5).

8. A rail-mounted dehumidification module assembly, characterized in that, Includes the rail-mounted dehumidification module as described in any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein a plurality of the rail-mounted dehumidification modules are mounted side by side on a rail (5).

9. The rail-mounted dehumidification module assembly according to claim 8, characterized in that, The dehumidification body of the rail-mounted dehumidification module also includes a drain outlet; It also includes a centralized water collection box (6), which is provided with a water collection channel. The upper part of the centralized water collection box (6) is provided with multiple water inlets connected to the water collection channel, and the lower part of the centralized water collection box (6) is provided with a main drain outlet connected to the water collection channel. The water inlets are connected to the corresponding drain outlets of the guide rail type dehumidification modules.

10. The rail-mounted dehumidification module assembly according to claim 9, characterized in that, The water collection channel has a structure that is high on both sides and low in the middle, and the main drain outlet is located in the middle of the water collection channel.