Fluid distribution housing, thermal management system, vehicle and building with such a fluid distribution housing

Abstract

The invention relates to a fluid distribution housing (100) for distributing a fluid, comprising and / or consisting of: a first housing section (110) and a second housing section (120), wherein the first and second housing sections (110; 120) are arranged next to each other and together are designed to form at least one valve housing for receiving a valve (V), wherein the fluid distribution housing (100) is at least partially made of plastic and / or consists of plastic.

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a fluid distribution housing for distributing fluid and a vehicle with such a fluid distribution housing.

[0002] Vehicles employ complex systems of lines, valves, and pumps to guide coolant and other fluids, ensuring the most efficient control of the vehicle's heat energy flows. The goal is to minimize the space required for arranging these lines, valves, and pumps. Furthermore, the requirements for these systems can vary depending on the vehicle. Finally, the implementation of these systems must be as simple and time-saving as possible.

[0003] In addition to these requirements, it is particularly important for manufacturers of pipes, valves and pumps, as well as related arrangements for these, that production should be as quick and cost-effective as possible.

[0004] Such devices are currently manufactured entirely from metal, particularly aluminum, because manufacturing tolerances for these devices are relatively easy to maintain. A disadvantage of this solution is the relatively heavy weight of these devices.

[0005] It is an object of the present invention to provide a fluid distribution housing and a vehicle that improve upon at least one or more of the aforementioned disadvantages. In particular, it is an object of the present invention to provide a fluid distribution housing that is lighter, inexpensive and quick to manufacture, and easy to implement.

[0006] The task is solved, according to a first aspect, by a fluid distribution housing for distributing a fluid. The fluid distribution housing consists of and / or comprises the units listed below. The fluid distribution housing consists of or comprises a first housing section and a second housing section, wherein the first and second housing sections are arranged adjacent to one another and together configured to form at least one valve housing for receiving a valve. The fluid distribution housing is at least partially made of plastic and / or consists at least partially of plastic.

[0007] The proposed fluid distribution housing provides a lightweight solution because it is at least partially, and in particular entirely, made of plastic. Furthermore, due to the properties of plastic, the fluid distribution housing can be manufactured using a highly efficient plastic injection molding process. Plastic can also be formed quickly and cost-effectively, allowing for rapid and economical fulfillment of the requirements for a tight seal. Compared to metal, plastic is a better insulator, thus improving the thermal properties of the fluid distribution housing. Exchange between individual fluid flows within such a housing is undesirable and can lead to poorer thermal management, so the improved thermal properties result in better thermal management.Furthermore, plastic has improved thermal expansion compared to metal and therefore deforms less. Thus, it may not be necessary to provide one or more expansion joints.

[0008] The fluid distribution housing can be modular and / or modularly assembled.

[0009] The fluid distribution housing can be made at least partially of plastic and / or another material. This other material can be a metal, particularly aluminum. Alternatively, the fluid distribution housing can be made entirely of plastic.

[0010] The plastic can be or comprise a single plastic. The plastic can be or comprise PA6 GF30. The plastic can be or comprise a mixture of different plastics.

[0011] The first and second housing sections can each comprise a valve housing section of the at least one valve housing, such that by arranging the first housing section on the second housing section, the respective valve housing sections are arranged one above the other to form the valve housing. The valve housing sections of the first and second housing sections can each comprise a predetermined portion of the valve housing. In the case of a cylindrical shape of the valve housing described below, the valve housing sections of the first and second housing sections can each have a semi-cylindrical shape, at least partially. The valve housing, in particular the cylindrical valve housing, can have two opposing end pieces, with the valve housing extending from one end piece to the other. One of the end pieces can be open to accommodate the valve.The other end piece can be closed. The first and second housing sections can each be configured such that one housing section forms at least one of the end pieces. Consequently, for example, the first housing section may have no end piece and the second housing section may have both end pieces.

[0012] The fluid can be a coolant, a refrigerant and / or an oil.

[0013] The first and second housing sections can be arranged adjacent to one another and combined to form two, three, or more valve housings, each accommodating a valve. Consequently, the fluid distribution housing can provide various fluid flow circuits using multiple valve housings and associated valves. Multiple lines can lead to and / or from the fluid distribution housing to convey the respective fluid flows. Thus, such a fluid distribution housing can provide the interconnection of multiple fluid circuits, saving space, simplifying implementation, and reducing costs.

[0014] The features described above and below with regard to at least one valve housing can be applied to two, three or more valve housings.

[0015] The valve housing can be designed to form a fluid seal with the valve it houses. A fluid seal can mean, for example, that the valve housing and the valve it houses are technically leak-tight. Thus, fluid distribution can only occur via the valve in conjunction with the valve housing and / or the connecting lines and / or fluid connections mentioned below. If the valve housing is connected to a connecting line mentioned below, particularly a fluid connection, fluid can be conveyed into this connecting line and / or from the connecting line into the valve housing via the valve housing and the valve it houses. A connecting line can be defined as a channel. A fluid connection can mean that two units are fluidically connected to each other.The valve body can be fluidically connected to the connecting line. In particular, this connection can be based on the valve position. Several connecting lines and / or fluid connections (as described below) can be fluidically connected to the valve body, and one or more fluid flows can be adjusted accordingly by means of the valve position. The connecting lines and / or fluid connections can be fluidically connected to corresponding openings in the valve body with an internal volume. The openings can be distributed along the valve body. In particular, the openings can be located between the two end pieces of the valve body. Furthermore, the openings can be located on a first and / or second connection side (as described below).

[0016] The first and second housing sections can each be formed in one piece. The first and second housing sections can be made of plastic and / or consist of plastic. Alternatively, the first and second housing sections can be designed differently, with one of the first and second housing sections being made of plastic and the other of the other material. Alternatively, the first and / or the second housing section can be made at least partially of plastic and / or the other material.

[0017] The first and second housing sections can be connected to each other. This connection can be either material-bonded or force-fit. A screw connection can be used for this purpose. Individual units of the valve housing can additionally or alternatively be material-bonded or force-fitted. Material-bonded connections can be used to join parts together by fusion, intermolecular or chemical bonding forces, possibly via additives. These connections can include, in particular, welding, soldering, and adhesive bonding.

[0018] Alternatively or additionally, the units of the fluid distribution housing can be attached to each other, in particular in a fluid-technical sealing manner, for example by means of screws.

[0019] The following additional units of the fluid distribution housing may also be formed and / or connected to other units or the fluid distribution housing itself or to other units of the fluid distribution housing in a materially bonded manner.

[0020] The first and / or second housing section may further include one or more fluid connections, each designed to be fluidically coupled and / or connected to a fluid line. The fluid connections may each be arranged and designed to direct fluid to the valve housing or at least one of the valve housings. The one or more fluid connections may be integrally formed with the first or second housing section. The fluid connections may be made at least partially, and in particular entirely, of plastic and / or consist of it. Alternatively or additionally, the fluid connections may include attachments for connecting and / or coupling to the fluid lines. The fluid lines may be enclosed within the fluid distribution housing or be external. In particular, the fluid lines may be arranged outside the fluid distribution housing.The fluid connections can be quick connectors or quick-coupling fittings for connecting and / or coupling the fluid lines. Providing these fluid connections allows for particularly easy and quick connection of the fluid lines.

[0021] The fluid connections can be configured to direct fluid to the valve housing, a pump housing (as described below), and / or a connecting line (as described below). Alternatively or additionally, the fluid connections can be configured to direct fluid from the valve housing, the pump housing, and / or the connecting line to the fluid line.

[0022] The fluid connections can be located on the outside of the fluid distribution housing.

[0023] The fluid connections can be located on one or the first and / or one or the second connection side of the fluid distribution housing. This allows access to the fluid connections to be restricted to one or the two sides, enabling particularly simple implementation. The first and second connection sides can be arranged at a predetermined angle to each other. The predetermined angle can be 90 degrees. Alternatively, the fluid distribution housing can extend from the first to the opposite second connection side. The first and second connection sides can be parallel to each other.

[0024] The first housing section can have a first fluid interface section, which is arranged on the first housing section and has the fluid connections of the first housing section. Alternatively or additionally, the second housing section can have a second fluid interface section, which is arranged on the second housing section and has the fluid connections of the second housing section.

[0025] The first and / or the second fluid interface section can be plate-shaped.

[0026] The first and / or second fluid interface sections can be located on the first and / or second connection side.

[0027] The first housing section can be positioned between the first fluid interface section and the second housing section. Alternatively or additionally, the second housing section can be positioned between the second fluid interface section and the first housing section. In this case, the first and second fluid interface sections can be arranged opposite each other on the fluid distribution housing.

[0028] The first and / or second fluid interface sections can be formed in one piece, with the first housing section being formed in one piece and the second housing section being formed in one piece. The first and / or second fluid interface sections can be metallurgically bonded to the first and / or second housing sections. Consequently, the fluid distribution housing can consist of and / or comprise three or four units: first housing section, second housing section, and first and / or second fluid interface unit.

[0029] The first and / or second housing sections can have one or more openings that provide a fluid connection between the valve housing and at least one of the fluid ports, at least one connecting line, and / or the pump housing. The first housing section and the first fluid interface section can be formed as a single unit. Alternatively or additionally, the second housing section and the second fluid interface section can be formed as a single unit. Due to the single-unit formation of the respective fluid interface section with the respective housing section, the fluid distribution housing can consist of and / or comprise the two units: first housing section (one unit with first fluid interface section) and second housing section (one unit with second fluid interface section).

[0030] The first and second housing sections can be arranged adjacent to one another and together configured to form at least one pump housing for accommodating at least one pump. Additionally or alternatively, the first and / or the second housing section can have an interface for connecting, in particular for fluidic connection, the pump to the fluid distribution housing. The interface can be configured such that the pump and / or an associated line can be flanged to it. The single pump housing can be configured to accommodate two or more pumps. The pump can be configured to pump a fluid flow.

[0031] The distribution housing can further include at least one valve and / or at least one pump.

[0032] The first and second housing sections can each comprise a pump housing section of the at least one pump housing, such that by arranging the first housing section on the second housing section, the respective pump housing sections are arranged one above the other to form the pump housing. The pump housing sections of the first and second housing sections can each comprise a predetermined proportion of the pump housing section. In the case of a cylindrical shape of the pump housing as described below, the pump housing sections of the first and second housing sections can each have a semi-cylindrical shape.

[0033] The pump housing can be designed in such a way that it provides a fluid seal by accommodating at least one pump, in particular in such a way that fluid exchange can be provided via the connecting lines and / or fluid connections connected to the pump housing.

[0034] The first housing section can have at least one connecting line for fluidically connecting the valve housing to at least one fluid connection, for fluidically connecting the at least one valve housing to at least one further valve housing of the fluid distribution housing, and / or for fluidically connecting the at least one valve housing to the pump housing. Additionally or alternatively, the at least one connecting line can fluidically connect one of the units of the fluid distribution housing to at least one of the fluid connections.

[0035] The at least one connecting line can be formed entirely through the first or second housing section, so that it can convey fluid from, for example, a valve to a fluid connection even without arranging and / or connecting the first and second housing sections together. Alternatively or additionally, the first and second housing sections can each have a recess or a connecting line section such that the connecting line is formed by means of the recesses or connecting line sections when the first and second housing sections are arranged and / or connected.

[0036] The valve housing and / or the pump housing can be cylindrical. The cylindrical valve housings and / or pump housings can extend along an insertion axis with a predetermined cylinder height. The valve housing and / or the pump housing can be designed and arranged such that the valve and / or the pump can be inserted into the valve housing or the pump housing along the insertion axis. An arrangement axis can extend perpendicular to the insertion axis. The valve housing(s) and / or the pump housing(s) can be arranged along the arrangement axis, in particular spaced apart from one another, so that the valve housing(s) and / or pump housing(s) extend parallel to each other.

[0037] The fluid distribution housing can have two or more valve housings and / or at least one pump housing, wherein the valve housings and / or the pump housing are spaced apart from each other.

[0038] The first and second housing sections can be arranged and configured together such that at least one thermally insulating section is formed between the spaced valve housings and / or the spaced pump housing. The insulating section can, in particular, consist of or comprise a thermally insulating material and / or be or comprise a gas inclusion. The gas can be air. The insulating section can be designed to insulate the spaced valve housings and / or pump housings. This reduces heat energy exchange between the fluids in the valve and / or pump housings.

[0039] The fluid distribution housing can be made entirely of plastic and / or consist of plastic.

[0040] The problem is solved according to a second aspect by a thermal management system, in particular for a vehicle according to the third aspect, comprising a heat pump, a fluid distribution housing and a compressor, characterized in that the fluid distribution housing is designed according to the first aspect.

[0041] In the present invention, temperature control is understood to mean cooling or heating.

[0042] A thermal management system is a system that regulates the temperature of at least two devices. A device can be either cooled or heated. One device can be cooled and the other heated. These devices can even be in the same coolant circuit, as will be explained below.

[0043] Preferably, a consumer can be an electric machine. Furthermore, a consumer can be an inverter. Additionally or alternatively, a consumer can be a passenger compartment. Advantageously, a consumer can be a battery.

[0044] The thermal management system can have at least one coolant circuit. Preferably, the thermal management system has at least one refrigerant circuit and one coolant circuit. At least one cooling unit is arranged in the refrigerant circuit. This unit cools the coolant. The cooling circuit can be cooled via the refrigerant and can be in direct connection with at least one consumer.

[0045] Furthermore, the thermal management system can have at least two, and in particular exactly two, coolant circuits and one refrigerant circuit. At least one cooling unit is arranged in the refrigerant circuit. This unit can cool the coolant. The cooling circuits can be cooled via the refrigerant and can be in direct connection with the consumers.

[0046] Preferably, one of the coolant circuits can be arranged as a high-temperature circuit and the other as a low-temperature circuit. The high-temperature circuit can be thermally connected to the refrigerant circuit at a first point, and the low-temperature circuit can be thermally connected to the refrigerant circuit at a second point. The first point can have a higher temperature than the second point. In particular, the high-temperature circuit can be connected downstream of a condenser or refrigerant condenser. Preferably, the low-temperature circuit can be connected downstream of an evaporator.

[0047] The temperature to which the high-temperature circuit can be cooled can be, for example, 50°C. This temperature can be used simultaneously to heat one component, such as the passenger compartment, and to cool another component, such as an electric motor.

[0048] The low-temperature circuit can be cooled to a lower temperature than the high-temperature circuit. This allows the cooling capacity to be concentrated on the low-temperature circuit, to which the highest cooling demand, e.g., power electronics, is connected. This optimizes the provision of cooling capacity and allows, for example, the component to be smaller.

[0049] The low-temperature circuit may preferably include power electronics and / or a radiator for exchanging heat energy with the ambient air and / or battery.

[0050] Advantageously, the high-temperature circuit can accommodate a passenger compartment, an electric motor, a battery, and / or a radiator of a vehicle for dissipating heat energy to the ambient air. Furthermore, the low-temperature circuit can accommodate a power electronics assembly, in particular an inverter.

[0051] The cooling unit can be designed as a heat pump. The heat pump comprises at least two heat exchangers and a compressor. One of the heat exchangers can be configured as a condenser or refrigerant condenser, and the other as a refrigerant evaporator. A pressure reducer, such as an electronically controlled expansion valve, can be provided upstream of the evaporator in the refrigeration circuit.

[0052] Preferably, the refrigerant in the refrigerant circuit can be a natural refrigerant, in particular propane. Furthermore, the coolant in the coolant circuit(s) can be a water-glycol mixture.

[0053] The thermal management system includes a fluid distribution device for controlling the coolant flows and consequently the cooling or heating output of the consumers. The fluid distribution device controls which circuit is connected to which other circuit and which consumer. Advantageously, the fluid distribution device includes at least one valve housing with at least one valve. The valve can be a spool valve, in particular an axial spool valve or a rotary spool valve. In particular, the fluid distribution device can have at least four, preferably exactly four, valve housings for accommodating and / or containing individual valves. The fluid distribution device can be referred to as a distribution unit.

[0054] The fluid distribution device has at least the first and second housing sections.

[0055] Furthermore, the thermal management system can include a pump arrangement with at least one pump and / or the fluid distribution device can include at least one pump housing section for accommodating the pump. Preferably, the pump arrangement and / or the pump housing section can include at least two, and in particular exactly two, pumps. At least one pump can be designed as a gerotor pump. At least one pump can be designed as a vane pump.

[0056] Alternatively, the thermal management system can also be installed in a stationary position, e.g. in a building.

[0057] The task is solved, according to a third aspect, by a vehicle comprising a fluid distribution housing as described in the first aspect. The vehicle can be electrically powered and may have an electric motor.

[0058] The task is solved according to a fourth aspect by a building with a fluid distribution housing according to the first aspect and / or a thermal management system according to the third aspect.

[0059] Preferred embodiments are explained by way of example with reference to the accompanying figures. These show: Fig. 1 an exploded view of a fluid distribution housing; Fig. 2 the assembled fluid distribution housing; Fig. 3 a schematic cross-section of two valve bodies with an insulating section located between them; Fig. 4 a schematic representation of a thermal management system with a fluid distribution housing; Fig. 5 a schematic representation of a vehicle with such a fluid distribution housing; and Fig. 6 a schematic representation of a building with such a fluid distribution housing.

[0060] In the figures, identical or essentially functionally equivalent or similar elements are designated with the same reference symbols.

[0061] Fig. Figure 1 shows an exploded view of a fluid distribution housing 100 for distributing a fluid, in particular a coolant, for a thermal management system 200 and / or a vehicle 300. The Fig. The fluid distribution housing 100 shown in Figure 1 consists of three one-piece units: a first housing section 110, a second housing section 120, and a fluid interface section 130. All three sections 110, 120, and 130 are thus each formed as a single piece. Alternatively, the fluid interface section 130 can be formed as a single piece with the first housing section 110, so that the fluid distribution housing 100 consists of two one-piece units.

[0062] The first and second housing sections 110, 120 can be arranged one behind the other and are designed together to form at least one valve housing, here three valve housings, for receiving a respective valve V. Furthermore, the first and second housing sections 110, 120 are designed according to the Fig. 1 such as can be arranged one another and together designed to form a pump housing for receiving at least one pump, in particular two pumps.

[0063] The first and second housing sections 110, 120 each have first and second valve housing sections 111, 121, respectively. When the first and second housing sections 110, 120 are arranged one above the other, two opposing valve housing sections 111, 121 form a valve housing. For clarity, the following were included in the Fig. 1. Not all valve housing sections are marked with reference numbers 111 and 121.

[0064] Furthermore, the first and second housing sections 110, 120 each have a first and a second pump housing section 112, 122 respectively, which together form the pump housing.

[0065] The fluid distribution housing 100 is at least partially made of plastic and / or consists entirely of plastic. In particular, the fluid distribution housing 100 consists entirely of plastic. The first and second housing sections 110, 120, and the fluid interface section 130 can be manufactured quickly and cost-effectively using an injection molding process. Furthermore, the sections 110, 120, and 130 can be assembled by means of a material-bonded connection.

[0066] The fluid interface section 130 has a multitude of fluid connections 131, which are designed to be connected and / or coupled to fluid lines. The fluid lines can be, for example, fluid lines, in particular coolant lines of the vehicle 300.

[0067] According to the Fig. 1. The first housing section 110 is arranged between the fluid interface section 130 and the second housing section 120. Thus, the fluid interface section 130 is arranged opposite the second housing section 120. In the Fig. 1. A first side, on which the fluid interface section 130 is arranged, can be a first connection side. Opposite the first connection side, a second side, in particular a second connection side, can be located, which is in the Fig. 1 is located below the fluid distribution housing 100. The fluid distribution housing 100 can extend from the first connection side to the second connection side.

[0068] Furthermore, in the Fig. Figure 1 shows that the fluid connections 131 protrude in different directions. The exact design of the fluid connections 131 can depend on the requirements of the application, for example, in the vehicle 300. Depending on the arrangement of the fluid distribution housing 100 in the vehicle, it may be advantageous to arrange the fluid lines along a predetermined direction. Accordingly, the fluid connections 131 can be designed to advantageously support these requirements and / or to reduce kinking of the fluid lines or even prevent it when connecting the fluid lines to the fluid connections 131.

[0069] The valve bodies can have the same shape and / or size. The pump housing can be identical to one of the valve bodies or different from one or all of the valve bodies. According to the Fig. 1. The pump housing has a larger diameter compared to the valve housings.

[0070] All three valve housings have the same diameter and are arranged parallel to each other along an arrangement axis. An insertion axis extends perpendicular to this arrangement axis. The valve housings and the pump housing are arranged and designed such that the valves and the pump, respectively, can be inserted and received into the respective housing along the insertion axis.

[0071] The valve housings and the pump housing are cylindrical, each housing having a longitudinal axis extending parallel to the insertion axis. The valve housings and the pump housing can be designed and arranged such that the longitudinal axes of the cylinders lie within a plane defined by the longitudinal axes of the cylinders and the arrangement axis.

[0072] Furthermore, the Fig. 1. Openings 114 of the first housing section 110. The openings 114 are arranged and designed such that they are fluidically connected to the fluid connections 131 in the assembled state of the fluid distribution housing 100. The openings 114 can fluidly connect the fluid connections 131 to the valve housings and / or the pump housing.

[0073] Additionally, the first housing section 110 has connecting lines 113. The connecting lines 113 are arranged between the valve housings and the fluid interface section 130. The connecting lines 113 enable fluid exchange between two valve housings and / or between a valve housing and at least one fluid connection 131. The pump housing can also be connected fluidically in this way. Thus, a compact fluid distribution housing 100 can be provided in a simple manner.

[0074] Fig. Figure 2 shows the fluid distribution housing 100 in the assembled state, without the valves V and the pump being shown.

[0075] Fig. Figure 3 shows a schematic cross-section and two valve housings. The cross-section extends along the axis of arrangement. The fluid distribution housing 100 is made at least partially, and in particular completely, of plastic, allowing the various fluid flows through the valve housings, the connecting lines 113, the openings 114, the pump housing, and the fluid connections 131 to be thermally isolated from one another. The thermal insulation can be further improved by spacing the individual housings, in this case the valve housings and the pump housing, apart from each other.

[0076] The Fig. Figure 3 shows at least one insulating section 140 arranged between the spaced-apart valve housings. The insulating section 140 is further designed to insulate the two valve housings. For this purpose, the insulating section 140 can enclose a gas, for example, air.

[0077] The first and second housing sections 110, 120 can each have an insulating subsection of the insulating section 140, such that when the first and second housing sections 110, 120 are arranged one on top of the other, the insulating subsections are arranged one on top of the other. The air inclusion can occur when the two housing sections 110, 120 are arranged. Alternatively, at least one of the first and second housing sections 110, 120 can comprise at least one insulating section 140.

[0078] Fig. Figure 4 shows a thermal management system 200 for a vehicle 200 with a heat pump 210, a fluid distribution device 100 and a compressor 220. The thermal management system 200 can alternatively be used in a building 400.

[0079] Fig. Figure 5 shows a vehicle 300 with such a fluid distribution housing 100. The fluid distribution housing 100 provides an arrangement in which several valves and / or a pump can be housed in a compact manner. Various fluid flows can be switched using the valves and pumps as well as the fluid distribution housing 100. Furthermore, the at least partial, and in particular the complete, construction from plastic provides a particularly lightweight and thermally insulating arrangement.

[0080] Fig.Figure 6 shows a building 400 with a fluid distribution housing 100. Alternatively or additionally, the building 400 can include a thermal management system 200. Reference sign 100 Fluid distribution device 110 first housing section 111 first valve housing section 112 first pump housing section 113 Connecting line 114 Opening 120 second housing section 121 second valve housing section 122 second pump housing section 130 Fluid interface section 131 fluid connections 140 Insulation section 200 Thermal Management System 210 Heat pump 220 compressor 300 vehicles 400 buildings V valve

Claims

[1] Fluid distribution housing (100) for distributing a fluid, consisting of and / or comprising: a first housing section (110) and a second housing section (120), wherein the first and second housing sections (110; 120) are arranged next to each other and together formed to create at least one valve housing for receiving a valve (V), wherein the fluid distribution housing (100) is at least partially made of and / or consists of plastic. [2] Housing (100) according to claim 1, wherein the first and second housing sections (110; 120) are each formed in one piece. [3] Housing (100) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the first and second housing sections (110; 120) are connected to each other. [4] Housing (100) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the first and / or the second housing section (110; 120) further comprise one or more fluid ports (131), wherein the fluid connections (131) are designed in such a way that they can each be coupled and / or connected to a fluid line in a fluid-technical manner, wherein the fluid connections (131) are each arranged and designed to direct fluid to and / or from the valve housing. [5] Housing (100) according to claim 4, wherein the fluid connections (131) are arranged on a first and / or on a second connection side of the fluid distribution housing (100). [6] Housing (100) according to claim 4 or 5, wherein the first housing section (110) has a first fluid interface section (130) which is arranged on the first housing section (110) and has the fluid port (131) or fluid ports (131) of the first housing section (110), and / or wherein the second housing section (120) has a second fluid interface section which is arranged on the second housing section and which has the fluid port or fluid interface ports of the second housing section (120). [7] Housing (100) according to claim 6, wherein the first housing section (110) is arranged between the first fluid interface section (130) and the second housing section (120), and / or wherein the second housing section (120) is arranged between the second fluid interface section and the first housing section (110). [8] Housing (100) according to claim 6 or 7, wherein the first (130) and / or the second fluid interface section are formed in one piece, wherein the first housing section (110) is formed in one piece and the second housing section (120) is formed in one piece. [9] Housing (100) according to claim 6 or 7, wherein the first housing section (110) and the first fluid interface section (130) are formed in one piece, and / or wherein the second housing section (120) and the second fluid interface section are formed in one piece. [10] Housing (100) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the first and second housing sections (110; 120) are arranged next to each other and together designed to form at least pump housings for receiving at least one pump, and / or wherein the first and / or the second housing section (110; 120) have an interface for connecting the pump to the fluid distribution housing. [11] Housing (100) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the first housing section (110) has at least one connecting line (113) for fluidically connecting the valve housing to at least one fluid connection (131), for fluidically connecting the at least one valve housing to at least one further formed valve housing of the fluid distribution housing (100) and / or for fluidically connecting the at least one valve housing to the pump housing. [12] Housing (100) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the fluid distribution housing (100) has two or more valve housings and / or at least one pump housing, wherein the valve housings and / or the pump housing are designed to be spaced apart from each other. [13] Housing (100) according to claim 12, wherein the first and second housing sections (110; 120) are arranged together and designed such that at least one thermally insulating insulation section (140) is formed between the spaced-apart valve housings and / or the spaced-apart pump housing, wherein the insulation section (140) consists in particular of a thermally insulating material and / or is or comprises a gas inclusion. [14] Housing (100) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the fluid distribution housing (100) is made entirely of and / or consists of plastic. [15] Thermal management system (200), in particular for a vehicle (300), comprising a heat pump, a fluid distribution housing and a compressor, characterized by , that the fluid distribution housing is designed according to one of claims 1 to 14. [16] Vehicle (300) comprising a fluid distribution housing (100) according to any one of claims 1 to 14 and / or a thermal management system (200) according to claim 15. [17] Building (400) comprising a fluid distribution housing (100) according to any one of claims 1 to 14 and / or a thermal management system (200) according to claim 15

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