A new marine air dryer

By employing staggered condenser plates and serpentine water flow channels in marine air dryers, combined with insulation layers and low-temperature cooling water, the problems of high energy consumption and unstable dehumidification in existing technologies have been solved, achieving efficient and low-energy air drying.

CN224558473UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-28DALIAN SHUNZE MARINE ELECTRICAL ENG CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
DALIAN SHUNZE MARINE ELECTRICAL ENG CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-08-08
Publication Date
2026-07-28

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Technical Problem

Existing marine air dryers suffer from high energy consumption, the need for regular replacement of adsorbents, and unstable dehumidification effects. Furthermore, cooling dehumidification technology is limited by condensation area and airflow distribution.

Method used

The design employs staggered condenser plates and a serpentine water flow channel, combined with an insulation layer, to extend the contact time between the air and the condenser plates. Moisture is condensed by low-temperature cooling water, and the humid air is heated by an induced draft fan and electric heating wires to achieve multi-stage condensation dehumidification.

Benefits of technology

It significantly improves water vapor condensation efficiency, reduces energy consumption, and ensures the stability of dehumidification effect and low-energy operation of the equipment.

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Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of marine drying and discloses a novel marine air dryer. The utility model includes a condenser box, with an exhaust pipe fixedly connected to the left end and a ventilation pipe fixedly connected to the right end. An induced draft fan is installed inside the exhaust pipe, and an intake pipe is threaded to the right end of the ventilation pipe. Heating wires are wound around the outer wall of the intake pipe, which has an outer cylinder. The left and right ends of the outer cylinder are fixedly connected to the outer walls of both ends of the intake pipe. The condenser box contains three condensing plates, which are equidistantly distributed horizontally and vertically, with their outer walls fixedly connected to the inner wall of the condenser box. Water flow channels are formed within the condensing plates, and water pipes are fixedly connected between the inlet and outlet ends of the water flow channels of adjacent condensing plates. This utility model, through the staggered distribution of the three condensing plates and the serpentine water flow channels, significantly extends the contact time between air and the condensing surface, improves water vapor condensation efficiency, and enables the dried humid air to be discharged.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of marine drying, specifically a new type of marine air dryer. Background Technology

[0002] During navigation, the high humidity and salt content of the air inside the ship's cabin can easily lead to equipment corrosion, pipeline blockage, and system failure.

[0003] Adsorption dryers require compressed air for regeneration, resulting in high energy consumption. The adsorbent needs to be replaced or regenerated regularly, and the internal cleaning of the equipment is difficult. Cooling and dehumidification technology is limited by the condensation area and airflow distribution, leading to insufficient water vapor condensation and unstable dehumidification effect. Utility Model Content

[0004] To overcome the above-mentioned shortcomings, this utility model provides a novel marine air dryer.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0006] A novel marine air dryer includes a condenser box. The left end of the condenser box is fixedly connected to an air outlet pipe, and the right end is fixedly connected to a ventilation pipe. An induced draft fan is installed inside the air outlet pipe. The right end of the ventilation pipe is threadedly connected to an air inlet pipe. Heating wire is wound around the outer wall of the air inlet pipe, which has an outer cylinder. The air inlet pipe is inside the outer cylinder, which has constricted ends. The left and right ends of the outer cylinder are fixedly connected to the outer walls of the two ends of the air inlet pipe. Brackets are located on the left and right sides of the bottom of the outer cylinder, and these brackets are fitted onto the outer wall of the outer cylinder. Both the inner walls of the condenser box and the outer cylinder are insulated. The condenser box contains three condensing plates. The condenser plates are equidistantly distributed horizontally and vertically, with their outer walls fixedly connected to the inner walls of the condenser box. Water flow channels are opened inside the condenser plates, forming a serpentine tube shape. Water pipes are fixedly connected between the inlet and outlet ends of the water flow channels in adjacent condenser plates. The inlet end of the water flow channel of the right condenser plate is fixedly connected to the cold water inlet pipe, and the outlet end of the water flow channel of the left condenser plate is fixedly connected to the cold water outlet pipe. The cold water inlet and outlet pipes pass through the rear and front side walls of the condenser box, respectively. Three drain pipes are fixedly connected to the bottom of the condenser box, and the drain pipes are staggered with the left and right condenser plates. Valves are installed on the drain pipes.

[0007] The bottom ends of the left and right condenser plates are fixedly connected to the inner bottom wall of the condenser box, and there is a gap between the top ends of the left and right condenser plates and the inner top wall of the condenser box. The upper end of the middle condenser plate is fixedly connected to the upper inner wall of the condenser box, and there is a gap between the bottom end of the middle condenser plate and the inner bottom wall of the condenser box.

[0008] A groove is provided on the bottom inner wall of the condenser box between the left condenser plate and the left inner wall of the condenser box; a groove is provided on the bottom inner wall of the condenser box between the left and right condenser plates; and a groove is provided on the bottom inner wall of the condenser box between the right condenser plate and the right inner wall of the condenser box. The bottom of the three grooves are respectively connected to three drain pipes.

[0009] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0010] This invention utilizes three staggered condenser plates, combined with a serpentine water flow channel, to significantly extend the contact time between air and the condenser plates, thereby improving the efficiency of water vapor condensation. This allows the humid air to be dried and discharged, while the insulation layer between the condenser box and the inner wall of the outer cylinder reduces energy loss. Attached Figure Description

[0011] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0012] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Rear view structural diagram;

[0013] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 Top view;

[0014] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 The left view;

[0015] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 Cross-sectional view at point AA;

[0016] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model that eliminates the condenser box and outer cylinder;

[0017] Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view of the condenser plate of this utility model.

[0018] The specific reference numerals in all the attached drawings are as follows: 1. Condensation chamber; 2. Exhaust pipe; 3. Exhaust fan; 4. Vent pipe; 5. Insulation layer; 6. Condensation plate; 7. Water flow channel; 8. Water pipe; 9. Cold water inlet pipe; 10. Cold water outlet pipe; 11. Drain pipe; 12. Valve; 13. Inlet pipe; 14. Heating wire; 15. Outer cylinder; 16. Bracket; 17. Groove. Detailed Implementation

[0019] like Figure 1-7As shown: A novel marine air dryer includes a condenser box 1, with an outlet pipe 2 fixedly connected to the left end of the condenser box 1 and a ventilation pipe 4 fixedly connected to the right end of the condenser box 1. An induced draft fan 3 is installed inside the outlet pipe 2. An inlet pipe 13 is threaded to the right end of the ventilation pipe 4. Heating wire 14 is wound around the outer wall of the inlet pipe 13. An outer cylinder 15 is formed on the outer wall of the inlet pipe 13, and the inlet pipe 13 is located inside the outer cylinder 15. The left and right ends of the outer cylinder 15 are constricted and fixedly connected to the outer walls of both ends of the inlet pipe 13. Brackets 16 are provided on both the left and right sides of the bottom of the outer cylinder 15, and the brackets 16 are fitted onto the outer wall of the outer cylinder 15. Insulation layers 5 are provided on the inner walls of both the condenser box 1 and the outer cylinder 15. The condenser box 1 contains three condensation plates. 6. Three condenser plates 6 are equidistantly distributed horizontally and vertically, with their outer walls fixedly connected to the inner wall of the condenser box 1. Water flow channels 7 are opened inside the condenser plates 6, and the water flow channels 7 are in the shape of serpentine tubes. Water pipes 8 are fixedly connected between the inlet and outlet ends of the water flow channels 7 in adjacent condenser plates 6. The inlet end of the water flow channel 7 of the right condenser plate 6 is fixedly connected to the cold water inlet pipe 9, and the outlet end of the water flow channel 7 of the left condenser plate 6 is fixedly connected to the cold water outlet pipe 10. The cold water inlet pipe 9 and the cold water outlet pipe 10 pass through the rear and front side walls of the condenser box 1, respectively. Three drain pipes 11 are fixedly connected to the bottom of the condenser box 1. The drain pipes 11 are staggered with the left and right condenser plates 6, and valves 12 are installed on the drain pipes 11.

[0020] The bottom ends of the two left and right condensing plates 6 are fixedly connected to the inner bottom wall of the condensing box 1. There is a gap between the top ends of the two left and right condensing plates 6 and the inner top wall of the condensing box 1. The upper end of the middle condensing plate 6 is fixedly connected to the upper inner wall of the condensing box 1. There is a gap between the bottom end of the middle condensing plate 6 and the inner bottom wall of the condensing box 1.

[0021] A groove 17 is provided on the bottom inner wall of the condenser box 1 between the left condenser plate 6 and the left inner wall of the condenser box 1. A groove 17 is provided on the bottom of the inner wall of the condenser box 1 between the left and right condenser plates 6. A groove 17 is provided on the bottom inner wall of the condenser box 1 between the right condenser plate 6 and the right inner wall of the condenser box 1. The bottom of the three grooves 17 are respectively connected to three drain pipes 11.

[0022] Humid air inside the ship is drawn into the equipment through the air inlet pipe 13 by the induced draft fan 3. The heating wire 14 wrapped around the outer wall of the air inlet pipe 13 heats the humid air. The outer cylinder 15 and the bracket 16 provide support and protection for the air inlet pipe 13.

[0023] After being heated, humid air enters the condenser chamber 1, it comes into contact with three staggered condenser plates 6. Low-temperature cooling water is continuously supplied through the water flow channels 7 inside the condenser plates 6 via the cold water inlet pipe 9. The low-temperature cooling water exits through the cold water outlet pipe 10 after passing through the water flow channels 7. When the cold water in the water flow channels 7 encounters the hot, humid air, it condenses the moisture into water, forming a serpentine circulation path. This prolongs the cooling time and enhances heat exchange efficiency. The humid air cools on the surface of the condenser plates 6, causing the water vapor to condense into liquid water. The cold water inlet pipe 9 and the cold water outlet pipe 10 can be connected to an external cooling water circulation system, which is a prior art device.

[0024] Condensate flows along the surface of the condenser plate 6 into the bottom of the condenser box 1 and is periodically discharged through three drain pipes 11. The valve 12 can control the timing of drainage. The insulation layer 5 of the condenser box 1 reduces energy loss and maintains a low-temperature environment.

[0025] The dry air after multi-stage condensation and dehumidification is discharged through the air outlet pipe 2. The exhaust fan 3 provides continuous power, and the staggered layout of the condenser plates 6 guides the air to form an "S" shaped flow path, maximizing the contact area and dehumidification efficiency.

[0026] This utility model only protects the mechanical parts; the functions implemented by the software control part are not within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A novel marine air dryer, comprising a condenser box (1), wherein the left end of the condenser box (1) is fixedly connected to an air outlet pipe (2), and the right end of the condenser box (1) is fixedly connected to an air vent pipe (4), characterized in that, An exhaust fan (3) is installed inside the exhaust pipe (2). The right end of the ventilation pipe (4) is threaded to the intake pipe (13). The outer wall of the intake pipe (13) is wrapped with an electric heating wire (14). The outer wall of the intake pipe (13) has an outer cylinder (15). The intake pipe (13) is inside the outer cylinder (15). The left and right ends of the outer cylinder (15) are narrowed. The left and right ends of the outer cylinder (15) are fixedly connected to the outer walls of the two ends of the intake pipe (13). The bottom left and right sides of the outer cylinder (15) have brackets (16). The brackets (16) are fitted onto the outer wall of the outer cylinder (15). The inner walls of the condenser box (1) and the outer cylinder (15) are both provided with heat insulation layers (5). The condenser box (1) has three condensing plates (6). The three condensing plates (6) are equidistantly distributed on the left and right and staggered vertically. The outer walls of the condensing plates (6) are... The wall is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the condenser (1). A water flow channel (7) is opened in the condenser plate (6). The water flow channel (7) is in the shape of a serpentine tube. The water inlet and outlet of the water flow channel (7) in the adjacent condenser (6) are fixedly connected to a water pipe (8). The water inlet of the water flow channel (7) of the right condenser (6) is fixedly connected to a cold water inlet pipe (9). The water outlet of the water flow channel (7) of the left condenser (6) is fixedly connected to a cold water outlet pipe (10). The cold water inlet pipe (9) and the cold water outlet pipe (10) pass through the rear side wall and the front side wall of the condenser (1) respectively. The bottom of the condenser (1) is fixedly connected to three drain pipes (11). The drain pipes (11) are staggered with the left and right condenser (6). Valves (12) are installed on the drain pipes (11).

2. The novel marine air dryer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom ends of the left and right condenser plates (6) are fixedly connected to the inner bottom wall of the condenser box (1). There is a gap between the top ends of the left and right condenser plates (6) and the inner top wall of the condenser box (1). The upper end of the middle condenser plate (6) is fixedly connected to the upper inner wall of the condenser box (1). There is a gap between the bottom end of the middle condenser plate (6) and the inner bottom wall of the condenser box (1).

3. A novel marine air dryer according to claim 1, characterized in that, A groove (17) is provided on the bottom inner wall of the condenser box (1) between the left condenser plate (6) and the left inner wall of the condenser box (1). A groove (17) is provided on the bottom of the inner wall of the condenser box (1) between the left and right condenser plates (6). A groove (17) is provided on the bottom inner wall of the condenser box (1) between the right condenser plate (6) and the right inner wall of the condenser box (1). The bottom of the three grooves (17) are respectively connected to three drain pipes (11).