Modular chiller

Abstract

The utility model relates to heat exchange equipment technical field, and disclose a kind of modular cooler, the utility model is designed as multiple detachable connection cooling unit module to cooler, the number of cooling unit module can be flexibly combined according to actual cooling demand, improve the adaptability of cooler.When some cooling unit module appears damage, it can be replaced only by connecting assembly disassembly, without disassembling the whole cooler, reduce maintenance difficulty and cost, ensure the normal operation of equipment.Simultaneously, cooling unit module is provided with radiator pipe and radiating fin, can improve heat dissipation efficiency, meet the scene of high heat dissipation demand.The first valve and second valve set on inlet header and outlet header, can be conveniently controlled the working condition of each cooling unit module.The setting of temperature sensor can monitor outlet temperature in real time, it is convenient to adjust the operating parameter of cooler in time.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of heat exchange equipment technology, specifically a modular cooler. Background Technology

[0002] A cooler is a device used to cool high-temperature fluids to a suitable temperature, and it is widely used in industrial production, power, chemical, metallurgical and other fields. Traditional coolers are usually of a monolithic structure, with their internal heat dissipation components fixedly connected, and cannot be flexibly combined and disassembled according to actual needs.

[0003] In practical use, when some heat dissipation components of the cooler are damaged, the entire cooler needs to be disassembled and repaired. This is not only difficult and costly, but it also affects the normal operation of the equipment. Furthermore, different application scenarios have different cooling requirements, and traditional monolithic coolers cannot flexibly adjust to changes in cooling capacity, resulting in poor adaptability. At the same time, the heat dissipation efficiency of monolithic coolers is also difficult to improve further, failing to meet the needs of some high-heat-dissipation scenarios.

[0004] Therefore, a modular cooler is proposed to address the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the problems mentioned in the background section, this utility model provides a modular cooler, aiming to overcome the shortcomings of existing coolers, such as fixed structure, inconvenient maintenance, poor adaptability, and low heat dissipation efficiency.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a modular cooler, comprising multiple cooling unit modules, connecting components, an inlet manifold, and an outlet manifold; the multiple cooling unit modules are detachably connected via the connecting components; the inlet manifold is connected to the inlet end of each cooling unit module, and the outlet manifold is connected to the outlet end of each cooling unit module.

[0007] According to the claim 1, a modular cooler is characterized in that: the cooling unit module includes a housing, a heat dissipation pipe disposed within the housing, and heat dissipation fins disposed outside the heat dissipation pipe; the two ends of the heat dissipation pipe are the liquid inlet and liquid outlet of the cooling unit module, respectively.

[0008] Preferably, the housing is provided with connecting parts on both sides to cooperate with the connecting components.

[0009] Preferably, the connecting assembly includes a bolt and a nut, the connecting part has a through hole that mates with the bolt, and the nut is threadedly connected to the bolt.

[0010] Preferably, the heat dissipation pipe is a U-shaped pipe.

[0011] Preferably, a first valve is provided between the liquid inlet manifold and the liquid inlet end of the cooling unit module, and a second valve is provided between the liquid outlet manifold and the liquid outlet end of the cooling unit module.

[0012] Preferably, both the inlet manifold and the outlet manifold are equipped with flange interfaces.

[0013] Preferably, the housing is provided with heat dissipation holes, and a fan is provided on the side surface of the housing away from the heat dissipation holes.

[0014] Preferably, it also includes a temperature sensor, which is disposed on the surface of the liquid outlet manifold.

[0015] Preferably, the heat dissipation fins are aluminum or copper, and the heat dissipation fins are fixed to the heat dissipation pipe by welding.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0017] This utility model designs the cooler as multiple detachable cooling unit modules, allowing for flexible combination of modules to meet specific cooling needs and improving the cooler's adaptability. When a cooling unit module fails, it can be replaced simply by disassembling and replacing it via connecting components, eliminating the need to disassemble the entire cooler, thus reducing maintenance difficulty and cost and ensuring normal equipment operation. Simultaneously, the cooling unit modules are equipped with heat dissipation pipes and fins to improve heat dissipation efficiency and meet high heat dissipation requirements. First and second valves on the inlet and outlet manifolds facilitate convenient control of the operating status of each cooling unit module. Temperature sensors monitor the outlet liquid temperature in real time, enabling timely adjustment of the cooler's operating parameters. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the heat dissipation pipe and heat dissipation fins in this utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a bottom view of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the cooling unit module in this utility model.

[0022] In the diagram: 1. Cooling unit module; 11. Housing; 111. Connecting part; 112. Heat dissipation hole; 12. Heat dissipation pipe; 13. Heat dissipation fins; 14. Fan; 2. Connecting assembly; 21. Bolt; 22. Nut; 3. Liquid inlet main pipe; 4. Liquid outlet main pipe; 5. First valve; 6. Second valve; 7. Flange interface; 8. Temperature sensor. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0024] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, this utility model provides a modular cooler, including multiple cooling unit modules 1, connecting components 2, a liquid inlet manifold 3, and a liquid outlet manifold 4. The multiple cooling unit modules 1 are detachably connected via the connecting components 2, allowing the number of cooling unit modules 1 to be increased or decreased according to actual cooling needs, thus improving the cooler's adaptability. The liquid inlet manifold 3 is connected to the liquid inlet end of each cooling unit module 1, used to supply the fluid to be cooled to the cooling unit module 1; the liquid outlet manifold 4 is connected to the liquid outlet end of each cooling unit module 1, used to discharge the cooled fluid.

[0025] The cooling unit module 1 includes a housing 11, a heat dissipation pipe 12 disposed inside the housing 11, and heat dissipation fins 13 disposed outside the heat dissipation pipe 12. The two ends of the heat dissipation pipe 12 are the liquid inlet and liquid outlet of the cooling unit module 1, respectively. After the fluid to be cooled enters the heat dissipation pipe 12, it exchanges heat with the outside environment through the heat dissipation pipe 12 and the heat dissipation fins 13, thus achieving cooling. The housing 11 protects the internal heat dissipation pipe 12 and heat dissipation fins 13. The housing 11 is provided with heat dissipation holes 112 to improve heat dissipation. A fan 14 is disposed on the surface of the housing 11 away from the heat dissipation holes 112. The fan 14 can accelerate the cooling of the surface of the heat dissipation fins 13, further improving the overall heat dissipation effect of the device.

[0026] The housing 11 has connecting parts 111 on both sides that cooperate with the connecting component 2. The connecting component 2 includes bolts 21 and nuts 22. The connecting parts 111 have through holes that cooperate with bolts 21. The connecting parts 111 of multiple cooling unit modules 1 are fixedly connected by bolts 21 and nuts 22, so as to realize the detachable connection between cooling unit modules 1, which is convenient for installation and disassembly.

[0027] The heat sink 12 can be a U-shaped tube or a serpentine tube. This structure increases the flow path of the fluid within the heat sink 12, prolongs the heat exchange time, and improves heat dissipation efficiency. The heat dissipation fins 13 are made of aluminum or copper. Aluminum and copper have good thermal conductivity, which can improve heat exchange efficiency. Furthermore, the heat dissipation fins 13 are fixed to the heat sink 12 by welding, ensuring a tight connection between the two and improving the heat transfer effect.

[0028] A first valve 5 is provided between the liquid inlet manifold 3 and the liquid inlet end of the cooling unit module 1, and a second valve 6 is provided between the liquid outlet manifold 4 and the liquid outlet end of the cooling unit module 1. The opening and closing of each cooling unit module 1 can be controlled by the first valve 5 and the second valve 6, which facilitates the maintenance or replacement of a single cooling unit module 1 without affecting the normal operation of other cooling unit modules 1.

[0029] It should be noted that the number of the second valve 6 and the first valve 5 is matched with the number of liquid inlet and liquid outlet of the cooling unit module 1. Individual valves can be opened or closed according to usage requirements, which is highly flexible.

[0030] Both the inlet manifold 3 and the outlet manifold 4 are equipped with flange interfaces 7 for easy connection to external pipelines. This modular cooler also includes a temperature sensor 8, which is installed on the outlet manifold 4. The temperature sensor 8 can monitor the temperature of the fluid in the outlet manifold 4 in real time and transmit the temperature signal to the control system. The control system adjusts the operating parameters of the cooler according to the temperature signal to ensure the cooling effect.

[0031] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: The fluid to be cooled enters the heat dissipation pipe 12 of each cooling unit module 1 through the inlet manifold 3. During the flow process, the fluid exchanges heat with the outside environment through the heat dissipation pipe 12 and heat dissipation fins 13. The fluid with reduced temperature is discharged through the outlet manifold 4. When it is necessary to adjust the cooling capacity, it can be achieved by increasing or decreasing the number of cooling unit modules 1. When a cooling unit module 1 malfunctions, the corresponding first valve 5 and second valve 6 are closed, and it can be disassembled and replaced through the connecting assembly 2.

[0032] In summary, the modular cooler of this utility model has the advantages of flexible structure, convenient maintenance, strong adaptability and high heat dissipation efficiency, and can meet the cooling needs of different scenarios.

[0033] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0034] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A modular cooler, comprising multiple cooling unit modules (1), connecting components (2), a liquid inlet manifold (3), and a liquid outlet manifold (4), characterized in that: Multiple cooling unit modules (1) are detachably connected by a connecting component (2); the liquid inlet manifold (3) is connected to the liquid inlet end of each cooling unit module (1), and the liquid outlet manifold (4) is connected to the liquid outlet end of each cooling unit module (1).

2. A modular cooler according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cooling unit module (1) includes a housing (11), a heat dissipation pipe (12) disposed in the housing (11), and heat dissipation fins (13) disposed on the outside of the heat dissipation pipe (12); the two ends of the heat dissipation pipe (12) are the liquid inlet and liquid outlet of the cooling unit module (1), respectively.

3. A modular cooler according to claim 2, characterized in that: The housing (11) has connecting parts (111) on both sides that cooperate with the connecting assembly (2).

4. A modular cooler according to claim 3, characterized in that: The connecting assembly (2) includes a bolt (21) and a nut (22). The connecting part (111) has a through hole (23) that mates with the bolt (21). The nut (22) is threadedly connected to the bolt (21).

5. A modular cooler according to claim 2, characterized in that: The heat dissipation pipe (12) is a U-shaped pipe.

6. A modular cooler according to claim 1, characterized in that: A first valve (5) is provided between the liquid inlet manifold (3) and the liquid inlet end of the cooling unit module (1), and a second valve (6) is provided between the liquid outlet manifold (4) and the liquid outlet end of the cooling unit module (1).

7. A modular cooler according to claim 1, characterized in that: Both the inlet manifold (3) and the outlet manifold (4) are equipped with flange interfaces (7).

8. A modular cooler according to claim 2, characterized in that: The housing (11) is provided with heat dissipation holes (112), and a fan (14) is provided on the side surface of the housing (11) away from the heat dissipation holes (112).

9. A modular cooler according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a temperature sensor (9), which is disposed on the surface of the liquid outlet manifold (4).

10. A modular cooler according to claim 2, characterized in that: The heat dissipation fins (13) are made of aluminum or copper, and the heat dissipation fins (13) are fixed to the heat dissipation pipe (12) by welding.

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