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Condensing unit
Assignee: Copeland Corp LLC
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Filing: 1981-09-16
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Granted: 1984-09-18
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Expires: 2001-09-16
Abstract
Abstract There is disclosed herein an improved supporting base for refrigeration condensing units which is non-corrosive and includes integral provisions for securing different size refrigeration compressors and associated condensers, as well as an optional receiver. The supporting base also includes a condensate receiving reservoir and means for holding the compressor discharge line beneath the level of condensate therein. The mounting provisions are designed to position the condenser and compressor above the maximum condensate level so as to reduce the likelihood of resulting corrosion thereof and to effectively prevent condensate leakage therefrom.
Inventors
- 👤 Theodore E. Tinsler
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
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Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 01:01
CPC Classifications
F; F25; F25D; F25D23/00; F25D23/006; F25D21/00; F25D21/14; F25B; F25B2500/00; F25B2500/13; F25D2321/00; F25D2321/14; F25D2321/144; F25D2321/1442
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
259 words
In a condenser unit including compressor means, associated condenser means and conduit means operatively connecting said condenser means to said compressor means, a supporting base formed from a polymeric material for supporting compressor means and said condenser means, said supporting base comprising: a condensate receiving reservoir defined by a bottom and an upwardly extending peripheral flange portion: integrally formed supporting means positioned below a portion of said condenser for supporting said condenser in overlying relationship to said reservoir portion, said supporting means including a platform having a substantially planar upper surface adapted to supportingly engage the lower surface of said condenser means, said surface being positioned at or above the maximum condensate level; first securing means associated with said supporting means for securing said condenser means to said supporting means when said condenser means is less than a predetermined size; second securing means associated with said supporting means and spaced outwardly from said first securing means for securing said condenser means to said supporting means when said condenser means is greater than said predetermined size; integrally formed mounting means comprising a plurality of supporting protrusions extending upwardly from said bottom, each of said protrusions having an opening therethrough adapted to receive fastener means for securing said compressor to said base in overlying relationship to said reservoir, said bottom including a plurality of integrally formed reinforcing ribs disposed below said plurality of supporting protrusions; said supporting means and said mounting means being operative to position said condenser and said compressor at or above the maximum condensate level of said reservoir.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
259 words
In a condenser unit including compressor means, associated condenser means and conduit means operatively connecting said condenser means to said compressor means, a supporting base formed from a polymeric material for supporting compressor means and said condenser means, said supporting base comprising: a condensate receiving reservoir defined by a bottom and an upwardly extending peripheral flange portion: integrally formed supporting means positioned below a portion of said condenser for supporting said condenser in overlying relationship to said reservoir portion, said supporting means including a platform having a substantially planar upper surface adapted to supportingly engage the lower surface of said condenser means, said surface being positioned at or above the maximum condensate level; first securing means associated with said supporting means for securing said condenser means to said supporting means when said condenser means is less than a predetermined size; second securing means associated with said supporting means and spaced outwardly from said first securing means for securing said condenser means to said supporting means when said condenser means is greater than said predetermined size; integrally formed mounting means comprising a plurality of supporting protrusions extending upwardly from said bottom, each of said protrusions having an opening therethrough adapted to receive fastener means for securing said compressor to said base in overlying relationship to said reservoir, said bottom including a plurality of integrally formed reinforcing ribs disposed below said plurality of supporting protrusions; said supporting means and said mounting means being operative to position said condenser and said compressor at or above the maximum condensate level of said reservoir.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
40 words
A condenser unit as set forth in claim 1 wherein said protrusions are spaced below the upper edge of said peripheral flange portion and said mounting means further comprise elastomeric sealing means disposed between said compressor means and said protrusions.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
34 words
A condenser unit as set forth in claim 2 wherein said elastomeric sealing means operates to resiliently support said compressor means on said protrusions so as to reduce transmission of noise generating vibrations therebetween.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
32 words
A condenser unit as set forth in claim 1 wherein said opening includes means cooperable with said fastener means to prevent relative rotation of said fastener means with respect to said base.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
39 words
A condenser unit as set forth in claim 4 wherein said rotation preventing means comprises an enlarged non-circular recess adjacent said opening and said fastener means comprises a threaded bolt having a non-circular head receivable within said non-circular recess.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
35 words
A condenser unit as set forth in claim 4 wherein said fastener means are frictionally retained within said recess so as to enable said base member to be turned over without loss of said fasteners.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
232 words
In a condenser unit including compressor means, associated condenser means and conduit means operatively connecting said condenser means to said compressor means, a supporting base formed from a polymeric material for supporting said compressor means and said condenser means, said supporting base comprising: a condensate receiving reservoir defined by a bottom and an upwardly extending peripheral flange portion; integrally formed supporting means positioned below a portion of said condenser for supporting said condenser in overlying relationship to said reservoir portion, said supporting means including a first platform having a substantially planar upper surface adapted to supportingly engage the lower surface of said condenser means; and a second platform spaced from said platform, said upper surfaces being positioned at or above the maximum condensate level; first securing means associated with said supporting means for securing said condenser means to said supporting means when said condenser means is less than a predetermined size; second securing means associated with said supporting means and spaced outwardly from said first securing means for securing said condenser means to said supporting means when said condenser means is greater than said predetermined size; integrally formed mounting means for securing said compressor means to said supporting base in overlying relationship to said reservoir portion; said supporting means and said mounting means being operative to position said condenser and said compressor at or above the maximum condensate level of said reservoir.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
232 words
In a condenser unit including compressor means, associated condenser means and conduit means operatively connecting said condenser means to said compressor means, a supporting base formed from a polymeric material for supporting said compressor means and said condenser means, said supporting base comprising: a condensate receiving reservoir defined by a bottom and an upwardly extending peripheral flange portion; integrally formed supporting means positioned below a portion of said condenser for supporting said condenser in overlying relationship to said reservoir portion, said supporting means including a first platform having a substantially planar upper surface adapted to supportingly engage the lower surface of said condenser means; and a second platform spaced from said platform, said upper surfaces being positioned at or above the maximum condensate level; first securing means associated with said supporting means for securing said condenser means to said supporting means when said condenser means is less than a predetermined size; second securing means associated with said supporting means and spaced outwardly from said first securing means for securing said condenser means to said supporting means when said condenser means is greater than said predetermined size; integrally formed mounting means for securing said compressor means to said supporting base in overlying relationship to said reservoir portion; said supporting means and said mounting means being operative to position said condenser and said compressor at or above the maximum condensate level of said reservoir.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
44 words
A condenser unit as set forth in claim 7 wherein said first securing means includes a pair of spaced openings provided in each of said upper surfaces, said openings being adapted to cooperate with fastener means for securing a condenser of a predetermined size.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1987-09-18 | 1988-03-19 | 1988-09-18 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1991-09-18 | 1992-03-19 | 1992-09-18 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1995-09-18 | 1996-03-19 | 1996-09-18 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |