LOW VOLTAGE APPARATUS ›› 2026, Vol. 0 ›› Issue (9): 47-53.doi: 10.16628/j.cnki.2095-8188.2026.09.006

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Research on Homologous Design and Synergistic Mechanism of Heat Dissipation and Waterproofing for Outdoor Low-Voltage Distribution Boxes

Su Yadong1, Zhang Huaxu2, Li Jianjun1, Chen Haowen1, Zhou Yan1, Kong Fantai1   

  1. 1 Zhongyuan Electric Laboratory, Xuchang 461000, China
    2 Liruite Electric Co., Ltd., Xuchang 461000, China
  • Received:2026-06-22 Online:2026-09-30 Published:2026-10-16

Abstract:

Aiming at the common industry problem of difficulty in balancing efficient heat dissipation and high-level protection of outdoor low-voltage distribution boxes,the inherent contradiction and limitations of traditional single-layer cabinet design are quantitatively revealed,and collaborative optimization research is carried out.The concept of heat dissipation-waterproofing homologous design is proposed,and a double-layer hollow composite cabinet structure based on the chimney effect is constructed,a synergistic mechanism model of heat-moisture coupling and rainwater retention is established,structural parameters are optimized through simulation and orthogonal tests,and the scheme performance via multi-dimensional tests is verified.The results show that the protection rating of the scheme reaches IP45,the core temperature rise under full load is reduced by 42.7% compared with the industry benchmark,the maximum temperature difference inside the cabinet is controlled within 6.8 ℃,the average annual maintenance frequency is reduced by 87.5%,the average annual failure outage time of a single device is reduced by 92%,and there is no condensation,rainwater ingress or overheating fault during the whole process.A technical path can be provided for the high-reliability design of end-user outdoor power distribution equipment in new-type power systems.

Key words: low-voltage distribution box, passive heat dissipation, waterproof protection, chimney effect, distribution network technology

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