KR20100138514A - Radiator - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE: A radiator is provided to enable only a bracket module to be easily replaced and used without the need for replacing a radiator if a part of the bracket module is broken. CONSTITUTION: A radiator comprises first and second header tanks, a tube, a radiating fin and a bracket module(200). The first and second header tanks are installed at a certain interval. Both ends of the tube are fixed between the first and second header tanks and the tube forms a cooing-water path. The radiating fin is interposed between tubes. The bracket module is fixed to the first header tank or the second header tank. The bracket module comprises a bracket support part(210) and a replaceable bracket(220). The bracket support part comprises a protrusion(211), which is protruded to be upwardly bent. The replaceable bracket comprises a groove(221), which is formed to be inserted from the side of the protrusion.

Description

Radiator {Radiator}

The present invention relates to a radiator constituting a detachable bracket so that the bracket provided in the radiator can be replaced and replaceable portion of the fastening means can act as a rib structure for maintaining the rigidity of the bracket.

1 shows a perspective view and a partially enlarged view showing a conventional radiator.

Referring to FIG. 1, a pair of first header tanks 11 and second header tanks 12, the first header tanks 11, and the second header tanks spaced apart from each other by a predetermined radiator 10 are installed. A plurality of tubes 13 having both ends fixed to each other to form a cooling water flow path, the heat dissipation fins 14 interposed between the tubes 13, the first header tank 11, and the second header tank 12. It includes a bracket module 20 fixed to).

According to the conventional radiator 10, the bracket module 20 is a device that is fastened to a condenser or a fan shroud and the like, and the first header tank 11 and the second header tank 12 provided in the radiator 10 and the like. It is formed integrally. Accordingly, when a part of the bracket module 20 is damaged, even if the performance of the radiator 10 is not abnormal, the entire radiator 10 needs to be replaced, resulting in excessive cost and time consumption.

Therefore, even if a part of the bracket is broken, it is necessary to develop a radiator that can easily cut and remove it and prevent the time and cost of replacing the entire radiator by replacing the bracket.

The present invention has been made in order to solve the problems described above to configure a bracket module as a bracket support and a replacement bracket to provide a radiator that can replace only the replacement bracket and utilize the radiator as part of the bracket is damaged. do.

The present invention is to provide a radiator for performing the function of the rib structure to the portion where the fastening hole is coupled to the fastening means is coupled to strengthen the bracket module.

According to the present invention, both ends are provided between a pair of first header tanks 110 and second header tanks 120, the first header tanks 110, and the second header tanks 120, which are installed at predetermined intervals. The brackets are fixed to the plurality of tubes 130, the heat dissipation fins 140 interposed between the tubes 130, the first header tank 110 or the second header tank 120 is fixed to form a cooling water flow path In the radiator including the module 200, the bracket module 200 is bracket support portion 210 including a fastening protrusion 211 is formed to protrude to bend upward, the insert (side) of the fastening protrusion 211 insert) characterized in that it is provided with a replacement bracket 220 including a fastening groove 221 is formed to be fastened.

In the present invention, a first fastening hole 212 capable of coupling the fastening means 230 is formed at the lower end of the fastening protrusion 211, and the replacement bracket 220 is formed at the lower end of the fastening groove 221. When the insert is fastened to the bracket support part 210, a second fastening hole 222 is formed at a position in contact with the first fastening hole 212, and the first fastening hole 212 and the second fastening hole 230 are formed by the fastening means 230. The second fastening hole 222 is coupled is characterized in that the replacement bracket 220 and the bracket support portion 210 is coupled.

In addition, the present invention is characterized in that the replacement bracket 220 is provided with a notch portion 223 formed with a groove in the horizontal direction so as to cut in the portion except for the stress concentration portion of the bracket module 200.

The replacement bracket 220 has a locking jaw 225 is formed spaced upwardly from the fastening groove 221, the notch 223 is the direction of the locking jaw 225 is formed The fastening groove 221 is characterized in that formed in a position close to the end portion.

The present invention has the advantage that can be used to easily replace the bracket module without having to replace the entire radiator when a part of the bracket module is damaged, saving manpower, cost and time due to the replacement of the radiator.

The present invention may contribute to the simplification of the system and the simplification of the manufacturing process because the portion in which the fastening hole to which the fastening means is coupled without forming a separate rib structure serves as a rib for rigid reinforcement of the bracket module.

In general, internal combustion engines compress fuel supplied to ignite and burn under high temperature and high pressure. Accordingly, the internal combustion engine generates a lot of heat all the time, and if left unattended, the members constituting the engine such as a piston or a cylinder may be overheated to perform its function. Therefore, in general, the engine room of an automobile is provided with an engine, cooling means for cooling the engine, and an air conditioner. The cooling device is to cool the engine of the car, and radiators for cooling the engine's cooling water and a fan shroud to induce air flow to the radiator to increase the heat radiation efficiency of the radiator surface and consequently further promote the cooling efficiency of the cooling water. Include the unit. The fan shroud unit is located upstream or downstream of the airflow of the radiator and condenser, and serves to improve heat dissipation by forcibly passing air. The fan shroud secures the fan, the motor driving the motor, and the shroud that protects the fan. It is usually installed on the rear of the radiator in the engine room of the car.

Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

Figure 2 is an exploded view showing a coupling state of the bracket module according to the present invention, Figure 3 is a perspective view showing a state in which the bracket module according to the present invention, Figure 4 is a bracket module according to the present invention mounted on the radiator 5 is a perspective view showing a state coupled to the fan shroud, Figure 5 is a perspective view of a bracket module having a notch portion according to the present invention, Figure 6 is a perspective view showing a portion where the stress concentration in the bracket module according to the present invention Indicates.

Referring to FIG. 4, the radiator 100 may include a first header tank 110, a second header tank 120, a tube 130, a heat dissipation fin 140, and a bracket module 200.

Referring to FIG. 4, the radiator 100 includes a pair of first header tanks 110 and second header tanks 120, the first header tanks 110, and the second headers spaced apart at predetermined intervals. Both ends are fixed between the header tank 120 to form a cooling water flow path, a plurality of tubes 130, the heat dissipation fin 140 interposed between the tube 130, the first header tank 110 or the second header It may include a bracket module 200 is fixed to the tank 120. Since the first header tank 110, the second header tank 120, the tube 130, and the heat dissipation fin 140 are the same as those of a conventional radiator, the bracket module 200 will be described below. do.

Referring to FIG. 4, the bracket module 200 may be provided in the first header tank 110 or the second header tank 120, and the first header tank 110 or the second header tank 120 may be provided. It may be formed on the front or rear or side portion of the selected) and may be formed on both the front and rear, depending on the design. In addition, according to the design, the bracket module 200 may be provided only in any one of the first header tank 110 and the second header tank 120, or both.

As shown in FIG. 4, the bracket module 200 protrudes to the outside of the header tank and is coupled to the upper side of the radiator 100 to fasten the fan shroud 300 or the condenser (not shown). It is preferable to combine.

4 illustrates an embodiment in which the bracket module 200 is formed on the front and rear surfaces of the first header tank 110 and the second header tank 120. In this case, the bracket module 200 is formed on the front surface. ) May be coupled to a condenser (not shown), and the fan shroud 300 may be coupled to the bracket module 200 formed on a rear surface thereof. It is also possible to combine inversely depending on the design. In FIG. 4, the bracket module 200 is formed on each of the front and rear surfaces of the first header tank 110 and the second header tank 120 so that four bracket modules 200 are provided. Although illustrated, each of the plurality may be formed of course.

2 and 3, the bracket module 200 may include a bracket support 210 and a replacement bracket 220. The bracket support part 210 may include a fastening protrusion 211 and a first fastening hole 212, and the replacement bracket 220 may include a fastening groove 221 and a second fastening hole 222. The catching jaw 225 and the notch part 223 may be selectively included.

Referring to FIG. 2, the fastening protrusion 211 may be provided at the bracket support part 210 extended outward from the first header tank 110 and the second header tank 120. The fastening protrusion 211 is preferably protruded to be bent upward from the bracket support portion 210.

Referring to FIG. 2, the fastening groove 221 may be provided in the replacement bracket 220 and may be formed to be fastened by inserting the insert at the side of the fastening protrusion 211. 2 illustrates an embodiment in which the fastening groove 221 is inserted while enclosing the fastening protrusion 211, but may also include an embodiment in which the fastening groove 221 is fastened by insertion.

2 and 3, the first fastening hole 212 may be formed to couple the fastening means 230 to the lower end of the fastening protrusion 211. Similarly, the second fastening hole 222 is formed at a position to be in contact with the first fastening hole 212 when inserting the replacement bracket 220 to the bracket support portion 210 at the lower end of the fastening groove 221. Can be. A lower end of the fastening protrusion 211 having the first fastening hole 212 and a lower end of the fastening groove 221 having the second fastening hole 222 are coupled to reinforce the rigidity of the bracket module 200. Can serve as a rib structure. In addition, the first fastening hole 212 and the second fastening hole 222 is coupled by the fastening means 230 to allow the replacement bracket 220 and the bracket support portion 210 to be coupled It also plays a role. Accordingly, the first fastening hole 212 and the second fastening hole 222 are coupled to each other by the fastening means 230 so as to be replaced when the replacement bracket 220 is damaged. As it can simultaneously perform a rib role to reinforce the rigidity of the bracket module 200, there is no need for a separate rib structure, there is an advantage that can contribute to simplify the bracket system and simplify the manufacturing process. The fastening means 230 is preferably a tapping screw so that the replacement bracket 220 can be easily replaced, but various fastening structures may be used.

4 and 5, the locking jaw 225 may be formed in the replacement bracket 220 but spaced upwardly from the fastening groove 221. The locking step 225 is a fixing means for fixing when the radiator 100 and the fan shroud 300 or a condenser (not shown) according to the present invention. Referring to FIG. 4, when the locking jaw 225 is fitted to the radiator 100 when the fan shroud 300 or the condenser (not shown) is coupled to the upper case, the embodiment is coupled downward. to be. Therefore, the latching jaw 225 may be formed at various positions according to a portion where the fan shroud 300 or the condenser (not shown) is coupled to the radiator 100.

Referring to FIG. 5, the notch part 223 may be provided with a groove formed in the horizontal direction in the replacement bracket 220. The notch part 223 is for the user to easily cut it when replacing the replacement bracket 220. Since the bracket module 200 is provided inside the vehicle while being coupled to the radiator 100, the bracket module 200 may replace only the replacement bracket 220 in the state where the radiator 100 is coupled to the vehicle. Therefore, it is preferable to cut and remove the upper end of the replacement bracket 220 to be removed by the user using the notch 223 and to insert and replace the replacement bracket 220 to be inserted. However, it is necessary to consider the stress distribution in relation to the formation position of the notch 223.

Referring to FIG. 6, when the radiator 100 is coupled with the fan shroud 300 or a condenser (not shown), the bracket module 200 may receive a stress. The areas highlighted in bold are stressed areas and the stress is concentrated in the areas marked 'stress concentrations'. Therefore, when the notch part 223 is formed at a site where stress is concentrated, a problem of strength decrease may occur due to the notch part 223 formed as a groove. Therefore, the notch part 223 is preferably formed between the fastening groove 221 and the locking step 225, except for the portion labeled 'stress concentration part'. According to the stress distribution, it may be considered to form the notch 223 at a position representing a stress distribution of 80% or less based on the maximum stress measured in the 'stress concentration unit'. Accordingly, the notch 223 may be formed at a position close to an end portion of the fastening groove 221 in the direction in which the locking step 225 is formed.

As described above, according to the conventional radiator 10, the conventional bracket module 20 is integrally formed with the conventional first header tank 11 and the second header tank 12 provided in the conventional radiator 10. If the conventional bracket module 20 is damaged, there is a problem that the entire radiator 10 must be replaced.

The radiator 100 according to the present invention does not need to replace the radiator 100 even if a part of the bracket module 200 is damaged, thereby replacing only the replacement bracket 220, and thus the time, cost and labor of the radiator replacement. Can save.

In addition, since the first fastening hole 212 and the second fastening hole 222 play a role of reinforcing the rigidity of the bracket module 200, a separate rib structure is unnecessary and the system is simplified. In addition, the notch part 223 is formed in consideration of the stress distribution, so that when the replacement bracket 220 is replaced, the user can easily replace the radiator 100 without being removed from the vehicle. .

The technical idea should not be interpreted as being limited to the above-described embodiment of the present invention. Various modifications may be made at the level of those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit of the invention as claimed in the claims. Therefore, such improvements and modifications fall within the protection scope of the present invention as long as it is obvious to those skilled in the art.

1 is a perspective view and a partially enlarged view showing a conventional radiator.

Figure 2 is an exploded coupling diagram showing a coupling state of the bracket module according to the present invention.

Figure 3 is a perspective view showing a state in which the bracket module according to the present invention is coupled.

Figure 4 is a perspective view showing a state in which the bracket module according to the present invention is mounted to the radiator and coupled to the fan shroud.

5 is a perspective view of a bracket module provided with a notch according to the present invention.

Figure 6 is a perspective view showing a portion where the stress is concentrated in the bracket module according to the present invention.

<Description of the symbols for the main parts of the drawings>

10: radiator

11: first header tank 12: second header tank

13 tube 14 heat dissipation fin

20: bracket module

21: bracket 22: rib

100: radiator

110: first header tank 120: second header tank

130 tube 140 heat sink fin

200: bracket module

210: bracket support 211: fastening protrusion

212 first fastening hole

220: replacement bracket 221: fastening groove

222: second fastening hole 223: notch part

225: locking jaw 230: fastening means

300: fan shroud

Claims (4)

Both ends are fixed between a pair of the first header tank 110 and the second header tank 120, the first header tank 110, and the second header tank 120 spaced apart at predetermined intervals. Bracket module 200 fixed to the plurality of tubes 130, the heat dissipation fins 140 interposed between the tubes 130, the first header tank 110 or the second header tank 120 to form a cooling water flow path In a radiator comprising a) The bracket module 200 includes a bracket support part 210 including a fastening protrusion 211 formed to protrude upwardly to be bent, and a fastening groove 221 formed to insert into an insert at a side of the fastening protrusion 211. Radiator, characterized in that provided as a replacement bracket 220. The method of claim 1, The lower end of the fastening protrusion 211 is formed with a first fastening hole 212 capable of coupling the fastening means 230, At the lower end of the fastening groove 221, a second fastening hole 222 is formed at a position contacting the first fastening hole 212 when inserting the replacement bracket 220 into the bracket support 210. The first fastening hole 212 and the second fastening ball 222 is coupled by the fastening means 230, characterized in that the replacement bracket 220 and the bracket support portion 210 is coupled to Radiator characterized by. The method of claim 2, The replacement bracket 220 is a radiator, characterized in that the notch portion 223 is formed with a groove in the horizontal direction to be cut to the portion except the stress concentration portion of the bracket module 200. The method of claim 3, wherein The replacement bracket 220 has a locking step 225 is formed spaced upwardly from the fastening groove 221, The notch part 223 is a radiator, characterized in that formed in a position close to the end portion of the fastening groove (221) in the direction in which the locking step (225) is formed.

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