Hybrid reheat system with performance enhancement
US6941770B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 15, 2004 |
| Grant date | Sep 13, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 15, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF25B2600/0261
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An economizer loop is incorporated into the refrigerant system, which in conjunction with any selected reheat mode of operation, provides augmented performance, improved reliability, and enhanced control in meeting external heat load demands. A refrigerant system includes several features that can be selectively utilized alone or in combination with each other to provide an enhanced control over system cooling and dehumidification capability. In particular, a reheat coil is incorporated into the refrigerant system, and has alternative connection points to the main circuit, positioned both upstream and downstream of a condenser. Also, a flow control device allows a selective bypass around a condenser. In this manner, the refrigerant flowing through the reheat coil can be controlled to provide a desired level of temperature and humidity. Finally, the compressor may include an unloader feature such that additional steps in capacity control can be provided.
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