20240032262. COOLING ENCLOSURE FOR VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE simplified abstract (North American Electric, Inc.)

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COOLING ENCLOSURE FOR VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE

Organization Name

North American Electric, Inc.

Inventor(s)

Richard Alan Cornutt of Southaven MS (US)

COOLING ENCLOSURE FOR VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240032262 titled 'COOLING ENCLOSURE FOR VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes an apparatus for cooling a variable frequency drive (VFD) that includes an enclosure with two portions. The first portion houses internal components, while the second portion has a compartment with an ingress for air entry and an egress for air exit. The airflow from the ingress to the egress passes over heat sinks of the VFD to dissipate heat.

  • The apparatus is designed to cool a variable frequency drive (VFD).
  • The enclosure is divided into two portions, with the first portion housing internal components.
  • The second portion of the enclosure contains a compartment with an ingress and an egress.
  • Air can enter the compartment through the ingress and exit through the egress.
  • The airflow from the ingress to the egress is directed over heat sinks of the VFD.
  • The purpose of this airflow is to dissipate heat generated by the VFD.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Cooling variable frequency drives (VFDs) in various industrial applications.
  • Cooling VFDs used in HVAC systems.
  • Cooling VFDs used in electric vehicle powertrains.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • Variable frequency drives (VFDs) generate heat during operation, which can affect their performance and lifespan.
  • Inadequate cooling of VFDs can lead to overheating and potential failure.
  • This apparatus provides an effective cooling solution to dissipate heat from VFDs.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Improved performance and reliability of variable frequency drives (VFDs) by maintaining optimal operating temperatures.
  • Increased lifespan of VFDs due to efficient heat dissipation.
  • Enhanced safety by preventing overheating and potential damage to the VFDs.


Original Abstract Submitted

an apparatus for cooling a variable frequency drive (vfd) is disclosed including an enclosure having a first portion isolated from a second portion, the first portion defining a space configured to house one or more internal components. the second portion defines a compartment, an ingress in communication with the compartment for facilitating entry of air into the compartment, and an egress for facilitating an exit of the entered air from the compartment. air flowing from the ingress to the egress is configured to pass over one or more heat sinks of the vfd to dissipate heat from the vfd.

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