Panel heat exchanger formed from tubes and sheets
US5469915A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 19, 1993 |
| Grant date | Nov 28, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 19, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/602
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A panel heat exchanger is disclosed. The panel heat exchanger has a plurality of parallel tubes in a spaced apart side-by-side relationship, the tubes being located between two plastic sheets that envelope and conform to the shape of the tubes so as to maintain said tubes in the side-by-side relationship. The sheets being bonded together between said tubes. One end of each of the plurality of tubes is in fluid flow communication with an inlet manifold and the other end of each of the plurality of tubes is in fluid flow communication with an outlet manifold. Processes for the manufacture of the panel heat exchanger are also disclosed. The panel heat exchanger may be used in a variety of uses, including automotive, refrigeration and domestic uses.
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