Flat Radiator Side Connection Block for Flow-Return Separation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing panel radiators face challenges in reliably controlling the direction of the heating medium flow, particularly on the inlet side, which affects heat distribution, and existing connection bodies are not suitable for flat radiators with side connections.
Innovation Solution
A separating disk is integrated into a connection block within the side part of the flat heating element, forming a connection block that connects perpendicularly oriented and parallel pieces, ensuring reliable separation between flow and return, and maintaining the intended series connection of plates.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a separating disk is provided in a connection body for central connections, then flow direction control is improved, but the design is not suitable for side connections in flat radiators
Solution Approach 1:
The connection body is divided into a first connection part for the flow circuit and a second connection part for the return circuit, with the separating disk positioned between them. This segmentation allows the same connection body design to be effectively adapted for side connections in flat radiators while maintaining reliable flow direction control.
2Reliability
If the separating disk is arranged perpendicular to the flow direction in the valve receptacle extension, then flow separation is achieved, but the arrangement is not suitable for side connection configurations
Solution Approach 1:
The separating disk is positioned locally between the first and second connection parts, specifically arranged to separate the flow and return circuits in side connection configurations. This local arrangement maintains effective flow separation while adapting to the specific geometric requirements of side connections in flat radiators.
3Device complexity
If conventional connection bodies are used without a separating disk, then the structure is simpler, but reliable flow direction control cannot be ensured
Solution Approach 1:
A separating disk is introduced as an intermediary element between the first connection part and the second connection part. This disk acts as a physical barrier that reliably separates the flow and return circuits, ensuring proper flow direction control while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure.
4Shape
If the connection block is incorporated into the side part, then visual appearance is improved, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The connection block is merged with the side part of the flat radiator, creating an integrated structure that incorporates the first connection part, second connection part, and separating disk. This merging improves visual appearance by eliminating protruding elements while the integrated design facilitates straightforward manufacturing processes.
Data Source
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AI summary
The panel radiator has two heating plates (1,2) that are connected together by a connector body (5), where a separate partition wall is provided in the connector body. The separate partition wall is arranged at a right angle to a flow direction of a heating medium. A cutting disk divider (54) is arranged in the connector body which is formed as a connector block that is locked with a side part.