Soldered connection arrangement

Abstract

Connection arrangement (6) comprising: - a connector (10); - a first plate (12) having a wall (16) of the first plate (12) and an opening (18) of the first plate (12), wherein the wall (16) of the first plate (12) is positioned along an edge (20) of the first plate (12) that defines the opening (18) of the first plate (12); and - a second plate (14) having a wall (22) of the second plate (14) and an opening (24) of the second plate (14), wherein the wall (22) of the second plate (14) is positioned along an edge (26) of the second plate (14) that limits the opening (24) of the second plate (14);wherein the connection arrangement (6) comprises the connecting piece (10) sandwiched between the wall (16) of the first plate (12) and the wall (22) of the second plate (14), characterized in that the wall (16) of the first plate (12) is designed as an element with an inverted U-shape, such that the wall (16) of the first plate (12), extending from the first plate (12), projects in the opposite direction from the wall (22) of the second plate (14).

Description

AREA

[0001] The registration refers to a soldered connection arrangement. BACKGROUND

[0002] A stacked plate heat exchanger is constructed from a plurality of heat exchanger plates stacked on top of each other. The plurality of plates defines a flow channel for a first fluid, which in one embodiment, by way of example and without limitation, is machine oil, if the heat exchanger is, for example, an engine oil cooler (EOC). Each of the plurality of plates has at least one pair of openings aligned with each other within the plurality of plates, forming part of the inlet and outlet connections of the heat exchanger. The inlet and outlet connections each have an inlet and an outlet, allowing the first fluid to flow from the inlet through the flow channels (provided by the plurality of plates) to the outlet, where it exits. Various types of stacked plate heat exchangers are known in the prior art.

[0003] Typically, the inlet and outlet accommodate a fitting to which a hose or other pipe can be attached. A method for attaching a fitting to the heat exchanger is described in Fig. Figure 1 shows a cross-sectional view of a connector having a flange brazed to the reinforcement plate. One of the challenges with such a connector arrangement is ensuring the connector is properly aligned with the openings in the reinforcement and cover plates. Slippage or sliding of the connector can occur, resulting in an improperly aligned connector. Additionally, a plating material must be provided on both sides of the reinforcement plate for brazing to form the connector arrangement.

[0004] To address some of the issues associated with the connection arrangement after Fig. To counteract the associated disadvantages, alternative connection arrangements can be used, as in the Fig. 2 and Fig. 3 shown.

[0005] In the connection arrangement according to Fig. 2 is the connector with a flange, similar to the one shown below. Fig. 1. However, the flange is not located at the end of the fitting, but rather is positioned so that the flange rests against the heat exchanger's reinforcement plate, with part of the fitting extending beneath the reinforcement plate and the heat exchanger's cover plate. This portion of the fitting extending beneath the cover plate is subjected to a crimping or upsetting operation to form an edge, clamping the reinforcement plate and cover plate between the flange and the edge to secure the fitting to the heat exchanger and form the connection assembly.

[0006] Fig. Figure 3 shows another example of the connection arrangement used to attach the fitting to the heat exchanger. The difference between the connection arrangements according to Fig. 2 and Fig. 3 is that the connecting piece after Fig. 2. The connector has a pre-formed wide bead. A tool is inserted from the bottom end of the connector to expand the wall of the connector outwards and secure it to the reinforcement plate and the cover plate. The process of expanding from the inside is called 'staking'. A crimping or compression operation can also be performed on the bottom of the connector to form a rim (similar to the connector described in [reference]). Fig. 2) for attaching the connector to the reinforcement plate and the cover plate.

[0007] In the connection arrangements described above, a plating material is provided between the reinforcement plate and the cover plate of the heat exchanger. Additionally, a plating material is also provided on the top side of the reinforcement plate and is therefore present on both sides of the reinforcement plate. During a soldering process, the plating material, which acts as a filler, helps to bond the reinforcement plate to the cover plate, to bond the connection piece to the heat exchanger, and to fill any gaps. Since plating material can be expensive, there is a need in the prior art to reduce its use. Therefore, there is also a need in the prior art for a heat exchanger arrangement in which the plating material is present on one side of the reinforcement plate, rather than on both sides.

[0008] In addition to the above, one of the challenges associated with the connection arrangements described above is the precise alignment of the fitting with the heat exchanger. Furthermore, care should be taken during the coupling process to ensure that the fitting is positioned correctly within the heat exchanger, avoiding unnecessary angular movement. Therefore, there is a need in the prior art for a connection arrangement that helps ensure precise positioning of the fitting, and preferably, for the fitting to be self-positioning. There is also a need in the prior art for a connection arrangement that helps prevent unnecessary angular movement of the fitting during the connection process. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0009] In one aspect, the application reveals a collateral arrangement which contains: – a connector; – a first plate having a wall of the first plate and an opening of the first plate, wherein the wall of the first plate is positioned along an edge of the first plate that defines the opening of the first plate; and – a second plate comprising a wall of the second plate and an opening of the second plate, wherein the wall of the second plate is positioned along an edge of the second plate that limits the opening of the second plate; wherein the connection arrangement comprises the connecting piece sandwiched between the wall of the first plate and the wall of the second plate.

[0010] In a second aspect, the application discloses a heat exchanger arrangement that includes: – a plurality of heat exchanger plates that define a channel for the flow of a first fluid; – Inlet and outlet connections that are connected to the heat exchanger plates and allow the flow of the first fluid, wherein the inlet connection has an inlet and the outlet connection has an outlet that are in fluid communication with the flow channel; – a first plate having a wall of the first plate and an opening of the first plate, wherein the wall of the first plate is positioned along an edge of the first plate that defines the opening of the first plate; and – a second plate having a wall of the second plate and an opening of the second plate, wherein the wall of the second plate is positioned along an edge of the second plate that defines the opening of the second plate; and – a connecting piece that is sandwich-like between the wall of the first plate and the wall of the second plate in fluid contact with the inlet or outlet.

[0011] In a third aspect, the application discloses a method for forming a connection arrangement, wherein the connection arrangement comprises: a connector; a first plate having a wall of the first plate and an opening of the first plate, the wall of the first plate being positioned along an edge of the first plate defining the opening of the first plate; a second plate having a wall of the second plate and an opening of the second plate, the wall of the second plate being positioned along an edge of the second plate bounding the opening of the second plate, wherein the connection arrangement comprises the connector sandwiched between the wall of the first plate and the wall of the second plate; wherein the method comprises the steps: – Connecting the first plate to the second plate; – Inserting the connector into the opening of the first plate; and – Pressing the second plate to create a sandwich-like arrangement of the connecting piece between the wall of the first plate and the wall of the second plate. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWING

[0012] Reference is now made by way of example to the attached drawing, which shows exemplary embodiments of the present invention, and in which:

[0013] Fig. 1 shows an example of a cross-sectional area of ​​a connection arrangement;

[0014] Fig. 2 shows a second example of a cross-sectional area of ​​a connection arrangement;

[0015] Fig. 3 shows a third example of a cross-sectional area of ​​a connection arrangement;

[0016] Fig. 4 shows an image of an embodiment of a heat exchanger arrangement in accordance with an embodiment of the application;

[0017] Fig. 5 a picture of an enlarged area of ​​the in Fig. The heat exchanger shown in section 4 is shown;

[0018] Fig. 6 shows an exploded view of the connection arrangement in accordance with an embodiment of the application;

[0019] Fig. 7 a composite embodiment of the connection arrangement according to Fig. 6 shows;

[0020] Fig. Figure 8 shows a cross-sectional view of part of the heat exchanger arrangement in accordance with an embodiment of the application;

[0021] Fig. 9 shows a cross-sectional image of a heat exchanger arrangement in accordance with an embodiment of the application;

[0022] Fig. 10 shows a second image of a cross-section of a heat exchanger arrangement in accordance with an embodiment of the application;

[0023] Fig. 11 shows a third image of a cross-section of a heat exchanger arrangement in accordance with an embodiment of the application;

[0024] Fig. 12 shows a fourth image of a cross-section of a heat exchanger arrangement in accordance with an embodiment of the application;

[0025] Fig. 13 shows a cross-sectional view of a second embodiment of the connection arrangement in accordance with the application;

[0026] Fig. Figure 14 shows a cross-sectional view of a third embodiment of the connection arrangement in accordance with the application.

[0027] The same reference symbols are used in different figures to denote identical components. DESCRIPTION

[0028] The application relates to a connection arrangement and was submitted here with reference to a stacked plate heat exchanger arrangement. 2described as an exemplary embodiment, without being particularly limited to it.

[0029] As described above, one aspect of the application reveals a collateral arrangement which contains: – a connector; – a first plate having a wall of the first plate and an opening of the first plate, wherein the wall of the first plate is positioned along an edge of the first plate that defines the opening of the first plate; and – a second plate comprising a wall of the second plate and an opening of the second plate, wherein the wall of the second plate is positioned along an edge of the second plate that limits the opening of the second plate; wherein the connection arrangement comprises the connecting piece sandwiched between the wall of the first plate and the wall of the second plate.

[0030] In a second aspect, the application discloses a heat exchanger arrangement that includes: – a plurality of heat exchanger plates that define a channel for the flow of a first fluid; – Inlet and outlet connections that are connected to the heat exchanger plates and allow the flow of the first fluid, wherein the inlet connection has an inlet and the outlet connection has an outlet that are in fluid communication with the flow channel; – a first plate having a wall of the first plate and an opening of the first plate, wherein the wall of the first plate is positioned along an edge of the first plate that defines the opening of the first plate; and – a second plate having a wall of the second plate and an opening of the second plate, wherein the wall of the second plate is positioned along an edge of the second plate that defines the opening of the second plate; and – a connecting piece that is sandwich-like between the wall of the first plate and the wall of the second plate in fluid contact with the inlet or outlet.

[0031] Fig. 4 discloses an embodiment of a stacked plate heat exchanger arrangement 2 with a heat exchanger 4 and a connection arrangement 6 The heat exchanger 4 is made up of a plurality of plates 8 manufactured, which are stacked on top of each other and connected by a channel 46 are equipped for the flow of a first fluid. Each of the multiple plates 8 has at least two openings that are in fluid communication with the flow channel, one of the openings being part of an inlet or outlet connection. 44 of the heat exchanger. As in the Fig. 4 and Fig. The heat exchanger shown in section 5 is... 4 with a connection arrangement 6provided which are also in fluid connection with either the inlet or the outlet of the respective inlet or outlet connection. 44 is.

[0032] The connection arrangement 6 , as in the Fig. 6 and Fig. 7 shown, contains a connector 10 , a first record 12 and a second record 14 The type of connector used 10 is not particularly limited and can depend on the application and the requirements of the individual arrangement. In one embodiment as an example and without limitation, the connecting piece 10 A tubular connector with a channel, as shown in the figures. However, in other embodiments, the connector can have other shapes, such as a triangular, square, or hexagonal cross-section.

[0033] The first record 12, as disclosed here, is not particularly limited. In one embodiment by way of example and without limitation, the first plate 12 a reinforcement plate of a heat exchanger assembly 2 The first record 12 a wall 16 the first plate and an opening 18 the first plate, with the wall 16 the first plate along one edge 20 or is located on an edge of the first plate, which forms the opening 18 limited to the first plate.

[0034] The wall 16 the first plate in the connection arrangement 6 The existing structure, as described here, is not particularly limited. In one embodiment, as an example and without limitations, the wall 16 the first plates cylindrical, as in the Fig. 6 and Fig. 7 shown. The wall 16However, the first panel can be provided as a plurality of wall sections extending from the first panel. 12 along the edge 20 extend the first plate to provide support for the connecting piece 10 to be provided. The number of wall sections is not particularly limited and can depend on the specific embodiment and the requirements of the connection arrangement. 6 vary, as long as the support for the connector 10 can be ensured. In another embodiment, a wall in an inverted U-shape ( Fig. 14) will be provided for.

[0035] The second record 14 , as disclosed here, is not particularly limited. In one embodiment by way of example and without limitation, the second plate 14 a cover plate of a heat exchanger 4 The second album 14 similar to the first album 12 a wall22 the second plate and an opening 24 the second plate, with the wall 22 the second plate along one edge 26 or is positioned on an edge of the second plate, which forms the opening 24 the second plate is limited. The wall 22 the second panel, similar to the wall 16 The first is, in one embodiment, cylindrical as an example and without limitation, as shown in the figures, while in other embodiments it can be provided with a plurality of wall sections, as long as it provides support for the connecting piece. 10 can supply and the connecting piece between the wall 16 the first plate and the wall 22 can be attached to the second plate.

[0036] The walls 16 , 22 the first and the second record, which differ from the first and the second record 12 , 14in one embodiment, as an example and without limitation, they can extend perpendicular to the surface of the first and second plates 12 , 14 be ( Fig. 5, Fig. 6 and Fig. 8) Alternatively, in another embodiment, the walls are 16 , 22 the first and the second record, which differ from the first and second records 12 , 14 extend at an angle to the surface of the first and second plates 12 , 14 ( Fig. 10 and Fig. 11) The angle between the wall 16 and the first record 12 or between the wall 22 and the second record 14 is not particularly limited as long as a support can be provided and the connecting piece 10 can be attached.

[0037] In one embodiment, as shown in the figures, the walls extend 16 , 22from the first and second album 12 , 14 in the same direction. In another embodiment, as an example and without limitation, the wall 16 the first plate as an element with an inverted U-shape ( Fig. 14) designed in such a way that the wall 16 the first record that differed from the first record 12 extends in the opposite direction from the wall 22 projecting beyond the second plate. In such an embodiment, the connecting piece 10 even between the walls 16 , 22 the first and second plates due to the diameters of the openings 18 , 24 attached to the first and second plates.

[0038] In the connection arrangement 6 , as in Fig. As shown in 8, the diameter of the opening is 18 the first plate larger than the diameter of the opening 24 the second plate. The diameters of the openings18 , 24 The first and second panels are selected to ensure that the wall 16 the outer surface of the first plate 28 the connector contacted and the wall 22 the inner surface of the second plate 30 the connector.

[0039] In another embodiment, as in the Fig. 9– Fig. Shown in 12 is the connecting piece 10 with a cutout 32 provided in such a way that the wall 22 the second record the cutout 32 supplemented if the connector 10 between the walls 16 , 22 attached to the first and second plates. Such an embodiment can also avoid obstruction or minimize the influence on the flow of fluid passing through the connection. 10 and into the entrance or exit 42each of the inlet connection or outlet connection 44 flows. In another embodiment, the wall of the connecting piece can 10 near the first and second record 12 , 14 will be expanded ( Fig. 13), to have a larger inner diameter than the remaining inner diameter of the connector 10 to provide for this. This allows the use of a connector. 10 without a cutout 32 and also the use of a connector 10 with a reduced wall thickness.

[0040] In a third aspect, the application relates to a method for forming a connection arrangement, wherein the connection arrangement comprises: a connector; a first plate having a wall of the first plate and an opening of the first plate, the wall of the first plate being positioned along an edge of the first plate defining the opening of the first plate; a second plate having a wall of the second plate and an opening of the second plate, the wall of the second plate being positioned along an edge of the second plate that bounds the opening of the second plate, wherein the connection arrangement includes the connector sandwiched between the wall of the first plate and the wall of the second plate; wherein the method comprises the steps: – Connecting the first plate to the second plate; – Inserting the connector into the opening of the first plate; and – Pressing the second plate to create a sandwich-like arrangement of the connecting piece between the wall of the first plate and the wall of the second plate.

[0041] The process of connecting the first plate 12 with the second record 14 is not particularly limited. Connecting can be easily achieved by placing the first plate. 12 in contact with the second plate 14 In one embodiment, by way of example and without limitation, the first plate 12 and the second record 14 plated together. In another embodiment, by way of example and without limitation, the first plate 12 and the second record 14 soldered together. Furthermore, plating and soldering can be carried out to join the first plate. 12 to the second record 14to couple. In the embodiment disclosed here, the plating material can only be attached to one surface of the first plate. 12 , which belong to the second record 14 is intended to be.

[0042] The connector 10 is then inserted into the opening of the first plate 18 introduced; and the walls of the first plate 16 can contribute to the alignment of the connector 10 in the connection arrangement 6 contribute. Although the process involves connecting the first plate 12 and the second record 14 as described, which occurred before the introduction of the connector. 10 into the opening 18 the first plate took place; it should be noted that the step of connecting the first plate 12 with the second record 14 after inserting the connector 10 into the opening 18 the first plate can be carried out.

[0043] The process then involves compressing the second plate 14 , to connect the piece 10 between the wall 16 the first plate and the wall 22 to arrange the second plate in a sandwich-like manner. In another embodiment, as an example and without limitations, the wall 22 the second record 14 present before the upsetting or crimping process, so that the upsetting or crimping is carried out in one step of securing the connector. 10 between the walls 16 , 22 the first and second records result.

[0044] In another embodiment, the wall is missing. 22 the second record 14 and the second record 14 is provided with a hole that has a smaller diameter than the opening 24 the second plate, which is present in the connection arrangement. In such an embodiment, the connector makes contact 10during the introduction to the opening 18 the first record the second record 14 and is stopped. The pressing or upsetting process is then stopped by inserting the upsetting tool into the hole of the second plate. 14 carried out, which resulted in the formation of the wall 22 the second plate and the expansion of the diameter of the hole in the second plate 14 results in the opening 24 to form the second plate. Additionally, the connecting piece 10 then between the walls 16 , 22 attached to the first and second plates.

[0045] One of the advantages of the above embodiment is that the diameter of the hole is determined in such a way that the formed wall 22 the second plate complementary to the cutout on the inner surface of the connecting piece 30is and is captured in the cutout during the upsetting or crimping process. This can help ensure that the connector 10 between the walls 16 , 22 the first and second plates can be firmly attached during the pressing or compression process.

[0046] After attaching the connector 10 on the first and second record 12 , 14 Soldering can take place to secure the connection arrangement. 6 to solder. During the soldering step, plating material can be transferred between the first and second plates. 12 , 14 flow and spaces between the wall 16 the first plate and the connector 10 and / or spaces between the wall 22 the second plate and the connector 10 fill and continue to fill the connector 10 at the connection arrangement 6 attach.

[0047] The connection arrangement 6 and the heat exchanger arrangement 2 , which are described here, can be a self-positioning connector 10 provide and can include a connector 10 This results in a better localized solution. Additionally, the connection arrangement described here can be used. 6 and heat exchanger arrangement 2 have a plating material that is only present on one side.

[0048] Certain adjustments and modifications to the described embodiments can be made. Therefore, the embodiments discussed above are considered exemplary and not limiting. Reference symbol list 2 Heat exchanger arrangement 4 heat exchangers (HX) 6 Connection arrangement 8. Plural of HX plates 10 connector pieces 12 first record 14 second record 16 Wall of the first plate 18 Opening the first plate 20 Edge of the first plate 22 Wall of the second plate 24 Opening the second plate 26 Edge of the second plate 28 Outer surface of the connector 30 Inner surface of the connector 32 Excerpt 34 36 38 40 42 Entrance or Exit 44 Inlet or outlet connection 46-channel HX

Claims

[1] Connection arrangement, comprising: – a connector; – a first plate having a wall of the first plate and an opening of the first plate, wherein the wall of the first plate is positioned along an edge of the first plate that defines the opening of the first plate; and – a second plate having a wall of the second plate and an opening of the second plate, wherein the wall of the second plate is positioned along an edge of the second plate that limits the opening of the second plate; wherein the connection arrangement comprises the connecting piece sandwich-like between the wall of the first plate and the wall of the second plate. [2] Connection arrangement according to claim 1, wherein the diameter of the opening of the first plate is larger than the diameter of the opening of the second plate. [3] Connection arrangement according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the wall of the first plate is perpendicular to the first plate. [4] Connection arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the wall of the second plate is perpendicular to the second plate. [5] Connection arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the wall of the first plate and the wall of the second plate extend from the plates in the same direction. [6] Connection arrangement according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the wall of the first plate is cylindrical and extends along the entire edge of the first plate, which limits the opening of the first plate. [7] Connection arrangement according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the wall of the second plate is cylindrical and extends along the entire edge of the second plate, which limits the opening of the second plate. [8] Connection arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the connection piece is a tubular connection piece with a channel. [9] Connection arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the first and second plates are plated to each other. [10] Connection arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the connection piece is soldered to the first and second plates for fastening the connection piece. [11] Heat exchanger assembly comprising: – a plurality of heat exchanger plates that define a channel for the flow of a first fluid; – Inlet and outlet connections that are connected to the heat exchanger plates and allow the flow of the first fluid, wherein the inlet connection has an inlet and the outlet connection has an outlet that are in fluid communication with the flow channel; – a first plate having a wall of the first plate and an opening of the first plate, wherein the wall of the first plate is positioned along an edge of the first plate that defines the opening of the first plate; and – a second plate having a wall of the second plate and an opening of the second plate, wherein the wall of the second plate is positioned along an edge of the second plate that defines the opening of the second plate; and – a connecting piece that is sandwich-like between the wall of the first plate and the wall of the second plate in fluid contact with the inlet or outlet. [12] Heat exchanger arrangement according to claim 11, wherein the diameter of the opening of the first plate is larger than the diameter of the opening of the second plate. [13] Heat exchanger arrangement according to claim 11 or 12, wherein the wall of the first plate is perpendicular to the first plate. [14] Heat exchanger arrangement according to one of claims 11 to 13, wherein the wall of the second plate is perpendicular to the second plate. [15] Heat exchanger arrangement according to one of claims 11 to 14, wherein the wall of the first plate and the wall of the second plate extend from the plates in the same direction. [16] Heat exchanger arrangement according to any one of claims 11 to 15, wherein the wall of the first plate is cylindrical and extends along the entire edge of the first plate, which limits the opening of the first plate. [17] Heat exchanger arrangement according to one of claims 11 to 16, wherein the wall of the second plate is cylindrical and extends along the entire edge of the second plate, which limits the opening of the second plate. [18] Heat exchanger arrangement according to one of claims 11 to 17, wherein the connecting piece is a tubular connecting piece with a channel. [19] Heat exchanger arrangement according to one of claims 11 to 18, wherein the first and second plates are plated to each other. [20] Heat exchanger arrangement according to one of claims 11 to 19, wherein the connecting piece is soldered to the first and second plates for fastening the connecting piece. [21] Heat exchanger arrangement according to one of claims 11 to 20, wherein the heat exchanger arrangement is designed as a plate heat exchanger. [22] Method for forming a connection arrangement, wherein the connection arrangement comprises: a connector; a first plate having a wall of the first plate and an opening of the first plate, wherein the wall of the first plate is positioned along an edge of the first plate that defines the opening of the first plate; a second plate having a wall of the second plate and an opening of the second plate, wherein the wall of the second plate is positioned along an edge of the second plate that limits the opening of the second plate, wherein the connector arrangement includes the connector sandwiched between the wall of the first plate and the wall of the second plate; wherein the method comprises the steps: – Connecting the first plate to the second plate; – Inserting the connector into the opening of the first plate; and – Pressing the second plate to create a sandwich-like arrangement of the connecting piece between the wall of the first plate and the wall of the second plate. [23] Method according to claim 22, wherein the compression or upsetting process results in the formation of the wall of the second plate. [24] Method according to claim 22 or 23, further comprising the step of plating the first plate and the second plate. [25] Method according to any one of claims 22 to 24, further comprising soldering the connector to the walls of the first and the second plate.