Partition for air conditioner and air conditioner having the same

Abstract

The application discloses a middle partition plate of an air conditioner, the air conditioner comprising an evaporator and a condenser, the middle partition plate being used for receiving condensed water generated by the evaporator, the middle partition plate being arranged above the condenser, and the middle partition plate comprising: a disc body, the disc body being provided with a water receiving area for receiving the condensed water generated by the evaporator, a plurality of water outlets being further arranged on the disc body, the condensed water flowing to the condenser through the water outlets, a ring-shaped surrounding plate being further arranged on the disc body to define an overflow channel, and an overflow hole being arranged on the disc body and being in communication with the overflow channel; and an opening and closing member, the opening and closing member being movably arranged on the disc body, and the opening and closing member being configured to open the overflow hole when the amount of the condensed water in the overflow channel meets a set condition. Thus, the problem of mutual influence of the upper and lower air fans can be solved by the conditional opening of the overflow hole by the opening and closing member, the risks of stall, surge, abnormal sound and the like of the air fan can be avoided, and the user experience can be improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of air conditioning technology, and in particular to a partition in an air conditioner and an air conditioner having therein. Background Technology

[0002] When designing an air conditioner, overflow holes need to be installed on the partition between the upper and lower air ducts to prevent condensate carried by the airflow from accumulating on the partition. When the upper air duct is the indoor unit and the fan system has a higher negative pressure, the upper and lower air ducts will work simultaneously in cooling mode (or heating mode when the upper air duct is the outdoor unit and the fan system has a higher negative pressure). The upper fan will steal the inlet airflow from the lower fan, which has a lower negative pressure, through the overflow hole, causing the lower fan system to stall, surge, and other phenomena, affecting the user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This invention aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes a partition for an air conditioner that can solve the problem of mutual interference between the upper and lower fans, avoid the risks of fan stall, surge, abnormal noise, etc., and improve the user experience.

[0004] The present invention further provides an air conditioner having a partition as described above.

[0005] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the air conditioner includes an evaporator and a condenser. The partition is used to receive condensate produced by the evaporator and is disposed above the condenser. The partition includes: a plate having a water receiving area for receiving condensate from the evaporator, a plurality of water outlets through which the condensate flows to the condenser, an annular baffle defining an overflow channel, and an overflow hole communicating with the overflow channel; and an opening / closing member movably disposed on the plate, configured to open the overflow hole when the amount of condensate in the overflow channel meets a set condition.

[0006] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the middle partition of the air conditioner can conditionally open the overflow hole through the opening and closing component, which can solve the problem of mutual interference between the upper and lower fans, avoid the risk of fan stall, surge, abnormal noise, etc., and improve the user experience.

[0007] In some examples of the present invention, the opening and closing member is installed below the disc body, and the opening and closing member includes a deformable part disposed opposite to the overflow hole. The deformable part deforms downward under the gravity of the condensate in the overflow channel to open the overflow hole, and the deformable part can restore its deformation to close the overflow hole.

[0008] In some examples of the present invention, the disc body is provided with a mounting hole, the opening and closing member is provided with a mounting part, and the mounting part cooperates with the mounting hole to fix the opening and closing member.

[0009] In some examples of the present invention, the mounting portion has an anti-detachment member located above the mounting hole, the anti-detachment member being adapted to abut against the bottom wall of the disc body to prevent the mounting portion from detaching from the mounting hole.

[0010] In some examples of the present invention, the opening and closing member is movably installed below the disc body. The opening and closing member includes a blocking part and an elastic member. The blocking part is disposed opposite to the overflow hole. The elastic member is connected to the blocking part and the disc body respectively. The blocking part moves downward under the gravity of the condensate to open the overflow hole. The elastic member pushes the blocking part to move to block the overflow hole.

[0011] In some examples of the present invention, the partition of the air conditioner further includes a group of guide ribs disposed on the panel, the group of guide ribs including at least one guide rib, the group of guide ribs being configured to guide condensate in the panel to at least a portion of the outlet.

[0012] In some examples of the present invention, the plate is provided with multiple water outlet areas spaced apart, each water outlet area is provided with multiple water outlets, and there are multiple sets of guide ribs, with each water outlet area corresponding to a set of guide ribs for guiding the flow of the condensate.

[0013] In some examples of the present invention, the side wall of the disc is provided with a water inlet, and a portion of the water outlets in each of the water outlet areas are provided with a corresponding set of the guide ribs, and each set of the guide ribs is provided adjacent to the water inlet.

[0014] In some examples of the present invention, the side wall of the disc is provided with a water inlet, and the partition plate further includes a water-dividing rib. The water-dividing rib is disposed on the disc and adjacent to the water inlet. The water-dividing rib divides the condensate flowing in from the water inlet into multiple streams to flow to multiple water outlet areas.

[0015] In some examples of the present invention, the water-dividing rib includes two water-dividing surfaces arranged opposite each other, the two water-dividing surfaces extending obliquely in a direction away from the water inlet and away from each other.

[0016] In some examples of the present invention, a portion of the edge of the outlet is provided with an upwardly protruding, non-circular water-breaking section, which punctures the condensate flowing toward the outlet.

[0017] In some examples of the present invention, each of the water outlets is provided with a plurality of spaced-apart water-breaking sections.

[0018] In some examples of the present invention, the partition of the air conditioner further includes a first fixing part adapted to fix the evaporator, the first fixing part being connected to the plate body, the first fixing part having a first fixing groove extending along the height direction of the evaporator, the evaporator being disposed on the plate body, and at least a portion of the evaporator extending into the first fixing groove.

[0019] In some examples of the present invention, the partition of the air conditioner further includes a second fixing part adapted to fix the condenser, the second fixing part being connected to the disc body, the second fixing part having a second fixing groove extending along the height direction of the condenser, and at least a portion of the condenser extending into the second fixing groove.

[0020] In some examples of the present invention, a portion of the disc body is recessed upward to form a clearance space for avoidance, the opening of which faces downward.

[0021] In some examples of the present invention, the upwardly recessed portion of the disc body is a clearance portion, and the side of the clearance portion away from the clearance space has a guide surface extending downward at an angle.

[0022] An air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention includes an evaporator, a partition plate, and a condenser. The partition plate is the partition plate of the air conditioner as described above, and the partition plate is located below the evaporator to receive condensate. The condenser is disposed below the partition plate, and the condensate flows to the condenser through the outlet.

[0023] According to the air conditioner of the present invention, by conditionally opening the overflow hole through the opening and closing component, the problem of mutual interference between the upper and lower fans can be solved, and the risks of fan stall, surge, abnormal noise, etc. can be avoided, thereby improving the user experience.

[0024] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0025] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0026] Figure 1 This is a partial schematic diagram of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 2 This is a partial schematic diagram of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A magnified view of a section at point A in the middle;

[0029] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 A magnified view of a section at point B in the middle;

[0030] Figure 5 This is a partial schematic diagram of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention from another angle;

[0031] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 Enlarged cross-sectional view of the opening / closing element at point C when it is closed;

[0033] Figure 8 yes Figure 6 Enlarged cross-sectional view of the opening / closing element at point C when it is open;

[0034] Figure 9 yes Figure 6 A magnified diagram of the opening / closing element at point C when it is open;

[0035] Figure 10 yes Figure 6 An enlarged schematic diagram of the opening and closing element at point C when it is closed.

[0036] Figure label:

[0037] Air conditioner 1000; Evaporator 200; Condenser 300; Water pump 400; Chassis 500; Connecting pipe 600;

[0038] Middle partition 100;

[0039] 1. Plate body; 11. Water receiving area; 111. Water outlet; 1111. Water outlet; 12. Water inlet; 13. Guide surface; 14. Circumvention part; 141. Flow guide surface; 15. Mounting hole;

[0040] Guide rib group 2; Guide rib 21; Guide channel 211;

[0041] Water dividing rib 3; water dividing surface 31;

[0042] First rib 4; Guiding area 41;

[0043] Blocking part 5;

[0044] Overflow channel 6; Inlet end face 61; Overflow hole 62;

[0045] Hydrolysis Department 7;

[0046] First fixing part 8; First fixing groove 81;

[0047] Second fixing part 9; Second fixing groove 91;

[0048] 10 opening and closing parts; 101 mounting part; 102 anti-detachment parts; 103 deformable parts; 105 enclosure. Detailed Implementation

[0049] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0050] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships, are based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing the invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of the invention. Furthermore, features defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this invention, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0051] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0052] The following is for reference. Figures 1-10 This description covers the partition 100 and the air conditioner 1000 according to an embodiment of the present invention. The partition 100 can be used in the air conditioner 1000, or in other devices with cooling functions that generate condensate. For simplicity, the following description will only use the partition 100 in the air conditioner 100 as an example. Furthermore, it should be noted that the specific type of the air conditioner 1000 according to this embodiment is not limited; it can be a portable air conditioner or a window air conditioner. For simplicity, the description will only use a portable air conditioner as an example.

[0053] In some specific examples, the air conditioner 1000 may include a casing and a heat exchange module, with the heat exchange module located inside the casing, which has an air outlet. The heat exchange module may include a condenser 300, an evaporator 200, and a fan assembly. The casing may also have an air inlet. When the air conditioner 1000 is operating, the fan assembly can drive indoor airflow into the casing through the air inlet and out of the casing through the air outlet. The airflow exchanges heat with the evaporator 200 or the condenser 300 inside the casing, thus the airflow blown out from the air outlet is the heat-exchanged airflow. Here, when the air conditioner 1000 is cooling, the airflow blown out from the air outlet is the cold airflow after heat exchange with the evaporator 200, which can cool the room; when the air conditioner 1000 is heating, the airflow blown out from the air outlet is the hot airflow after heat exchange with the condenser 300, which can raise the room temperature.

[0054] like Figures 1-10 As shown, the air conditioner 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention has a partition 100, wherein the evaporator 200 produces condensate during operation, and the condenser 300 is located below the partition 100. The partition 100 may include a plate 1 and an opening / closing member 10.

[0055] Specifically, refer to Figures 1-5 The plate body 1 can be provided with a water receiving area 11, which can be used to receive condensate. The plate body 1 is provided with multiple water outlets 1111, through which condensate can flow into the condenser 300. The plate body 1 is also provided with an annular surrounding plate 105 to define the overflow channel 6. The plate body 1 can be provided with an overflow hole 62, which is connected to the overflow channel.

[0056] Understandably, the condensate produced by the evaporator 200 can flow to the water collection area 11 on the plate 1. The condensate in the water collection area 11 can flow to the condenser 300 through multiple water outlets 1111 on the plate 1, thus assisting the condenser 300 in dissipating heat. Figure 1As shown, in one possible implementation, the air conditioner 1000 may also include a chassis 500, with a condenser 300 located within the chassis 500. Condensate flowing onto the condenser 300 will then flow back to the chassis 500. A water pump 400 may be installed within the chassis 500. A connecting pipe 600 may connect the water pump 400 and the inlet 12 of the partition 100. The water pump 400 can drive the condensate in the chassis 500 back to the partition 100 through the connecting pipe 600. The condensate returning to the partition 100 can continue to flow to multiple outlets 1111, then to the condenser 300, and finally to the chassis 500. Thus, the condensate can circulate between the partition 100 and the chassis 500. During this circulation, the condensate continuously passes through the condenser 300, thereby continuously assisting the condenser 300 in heat dissipation.

[0057] On the one hand, by using condensate water to assist the condenser 300 in heat dissipation, the cooling effect of the air conditioner 1000 can be improved, as well as its capacity and energy efficiency, thus achieving energy saving. On the other hand, when the condensate water passes through the condenser 300, some of it vaporizes and dissipates into the air, thereby consuming some of the condensate water from the evaporator 200 and extending the water-holding time of the chassis 500. This extends the non-stop operation time of the air conditioner 1000, reduces the number of times users need to drain water, and makes the product design more user-friendly.

[0058] The condenser 300 is located below the partition plate 100, which facilitates the flow of condensate from the outlet 1111 of the partition plate 100 to the condenser 300, thereby accelerating the efficiency of the condensate cooling the condenser 300.

[0059] The plate body 1 may be provided with a blocking part 5 surrounding the edge of each water outlet 1111 to prevent impurities in the condensate from flowing to the water outlet 1111. Since impurities may exist in the condensate, the blocking part 5 can block these impurities, preventing them from flowing out of the water outlet 1111. This ensures that the condensate flowing onto the condenser 300 is clean, thus preventing impurities from flowing onto the condenser 300 and reducing its lifespan or even damaging it. The water inlet end face of each blocking part 5 away from the water outlet 1111 is lower than the water inlet end face 61. When the outlet 1111 of the middle partition 100 is blocked or the outlet 1111 cannot meet the condensate discharge requirements, the condensate can flow into the overflow channel 6. When the weight of the condensate meets the set conditions, the opening and closing member 10 can open the overflow hole 62 by movement, thereby accelerating the flow of condensate out of the middle partition 100 and towards the condenser 300. This prevents condensate from overflowing from the perimeter of the middle partition 100 and damaging other components of the air conditioner 1000. The inlet end face 61 of the overflow channel 6 is higher than the inlet end face of each blocking part 5 away from the outlet 1111, which can prevent condensate from entering the overflow channel 6 under normal conditions (when the outlet 1111 can meet the condensate discharge requirements).

[0060] Furthermore, the inlet end face 61 of the overflow channel 6 is at least 5 mm higher than the inlet end face of each blocking part 5 that is away from the outlet 1111.

[0061] Furthermore, when the weight of the condensate does not meet the set conditions, the opening and closing component 10 can close the overflow hole 62 by movement, thereby completely isolating the upper and lower fans, solving the problem of mutual interference between the upper and lower fans, avoiding the risk of fan stall, surge, abnormal noise, etc., and improving the user experience.

[0062] Therefore, by conditionally opening the overflow hole 62 through the opening and closing component 10, the problem of mutual interference between the upper and lower fans can be solved, and the risks of fan stall, surge, abnormal noise, etc. can be avoided, thereby improving the user experience.

[0063] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figures 6-8As shown, the opening / closing member 10 can be installed below the disc body 1. The opening / closing member 10 may include a deformable part 103, which is positioned opposite to the overflow hole 62. The deformable part 103 deforms downward under the gravity of the condensate in the overflow channel to open the overflow hole 62. The deformable part 103 can also close the overflow hole 62 by restoring its deformation. The number of overflow holes 62 can be set to multiple, and the multiple overflow holes 62 are spaced apart in the length direction of the overflow channel 6. The deformable part 103 can be set as a long plate, which can block multiple overflow holes 62 at the same time. The length of the long plate depends on the number of overflow holes 62. Of course, it is understood that the present invention is not limited to this. The multiple overflow holes 62 can also be spaced apart in the height direction or axial direction of the overflow channel 6. The deformable part 103 can also be set as a circular plate, etc., as long as the deformable part 103 can close the overflow hole 62.

[0064] It is understandable that when condensate enters the overflow channel 6, due to the gravity of the condensate, the deformable part 103 will deform downward, thus defining a water flow space between the deformable part 103 and the bottom wall of the disc. At this time, the overflow hole 62 is in the open state, and the condensate flows to the condenser through the overflow hole 62 and the water flow space.

[0065] When there is no condensate in the overflow channel 6 or the amount of condensate is too small to deform the deformable part 103, the deformable part 103 returns to its original shape to fit against the bottom wall of the disc body 1 to close and block the overflow hole 62. This setting allows the opening and closing of the overflow hole 62 by the opening and closing component 10. On the one hand, when the outlet 1111 cannot meet the condensate discharge requirements, the condensate flows into the overflow channel 6 and out through the overflow hole 62, preventing the condensate from overflowing from the perimeter of the partition 100 onto other components of the air conditioner 1000 and damaging the air conditioner 1000. On the other hand, when the outlet 1111 can meet the condensate discharge requirements or when there is not much condensate in the overflow channel 6, the overflow hole 62 can be closed to avoid mutual interference between the upper and lower fans, thus preventing risks such as stalling, surging, and abnormal noise, and improving the user experience.

[0066] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figures 6-8 As shown, the disc body 1 can be provided with mounting holes 15, and the opening / closing member 10 can be provided with mounting parts 101. The mounting holes 15 and mounting parts 101 cooperate to fix the opening / closing member 10. It should be noted that the mounting parts 101 can pass through the mounting holes 15 to install the opening / closing member 10 on the disc body 1. This arrangement can fix the opening / closing member 10 on the disc body 1, thereby enabling the opening / closing member 10 to conditionally open the overflow hole 62.

[0067] In some embodiments of the present invention, the mounting portion 101 has an anti-detachment member 102 located above the mounting hole 15. The anti-detachment member 102 can abut against the bottom wall of the disc body 1 to prevent the mounting hole 15 from detaching from the mounting portion 101. The anti-detachment member 102 of the mounting portion 101 abuts against the bottom wall of the disc body 1 to ensure that the mounting portion 101 and the mounting hole 15 are engaged. The shape of the anti-detachment member 102 can be triangular, with one side of the triangle abutting against the bottom wall of the disc body 1. Setting the anti-detachment member 102 as a triangle makes its structure more stable. However, it is understood that the shape of the anti-detachment member 102 is not limited to this; it can also be rectangular, etc. This arrangement ensures that the opening / closing member 10 and the disc body 1 are firmly connected together.

[0068] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figures 6-8 As shown, an opening / closing member 10 is movably installed below the disc body 1. The opening / closing member 10 may include an elastic member and a blocking part. The overflow hole 62 and the blocking part are arranged opposite each other. The elastic member is connected to the disc body 1 and the blocking part respectively. The blocking part moves downward under the gravity of the condensate to open the overflow hole 62. The elastic member pushes the blocking part to move to block the overflow hole 62. The elastic member can deform. The gravity of the condensate in the overflow channel 6 is applied to the blocking part through the overflow hole 62. When the weight of the condensate reaches a certain threshold, the elastic force of the elastic member is less than the resultant force of the weight of the condensate and the weight of the blocking part. Under the resultant force of the weight of the condensate and the weight of the blocking part, the blocking part moves upward to open the overflow hole 62.

[0069] When there is no condensate or the amount of condensate in the overflow channel, and the elastic force of the elastic element is greater than the combined force of the weight of the condensate and the weight of the blocking part, the elastic force of the elastic element pulls the blocking part to block the overflow hole 62.

[0070] This configuration allows the opening and closing of the overflow hole 62 by the opening and closing component 10. On the one hand, when the outlet 1111 cannot meet the condensate water output, the condensate water flows into the overflow channel 6 and out through the overflow hole 62, preventing the condensate water from overflowing from the perimeter of the partition 100 onto other components of the air conditioner 1000 and damaging the air conditioner 1000. On the other hand, when the outlet 1111 can meet the condensate water output or when there is not much condensate water in the overflow channel 6, the overflow hole 62 can be closed to prevent the upper and lower fans from interfering with each other, thus avoiding risks such as stalling, surging, and abnormal noise, and improving the user experience.

[0071] Optionally, the elastic element can be a spring, a sheet, or other components. Specifically, when a movable opening and closing member 10 is installed below the disc body 1, and the opening and closing member 10 may include a blocking part and an elastic element, the installation method of the opening and closing member 10 can be the same as the installation method in the embodiment where the opening and closing member may include a deformable part 103, that is, including an anti-detachment part 102, etc. In this case, the elastic element can be sleeved on the mounting part and its two ends can be abutted against the anti-detachment part and the disc body.

[0072] It should be noted that the structure of the opening and closing device is not limited to this. For example, a water level sensor can be installed in the overflow channel, and the opening and closing device can be an electrically controlled one-way valve. When the water level sensor detects the water level, it controls the one-way valve to open the overflow hole 62.

[0073] In some embodiments of the present invention, the partition 100 of the air conditioner 1000 may further include a group of guide ribs, and the panel 1 may be provided with a group of guide ribs 2, which includes one or more guide ribs 21. The group of guide ribs 2 is configured to guide condensate water to at least a portion of the water outlet 1111. For example, the guide rib 21 can extend along the direction from the inlet 12 to the outlet 1111. When the guide rib group 2 includes one guide rib 21, the guide rib 21 can guide at least a portion of the condensate entering the partition 100 from the inlet 12 to at least a portion of the outlets 1111. Specifically, for example, there can be two outlets 1111, and the guide rib is located between the two outlets 1111, so that the condensate can flow along the guide rib 21 to the two outlets 1111. Alternatively, there can be more than two outlets 1111, but the guide rib 21 is provided only at one outlet 1111 or between two outlets 1111. In this case, the guide rib 21 can guide the condensate to the corresponding outlet 1111 or both outlets 1111.

[0074] When the flow guide rib group 2 includes multiple flow guide ribs 21, for example, the flow guide rib group 2 may include two flow guide ribs 21. Multiple guide channels 211 can be formed between the two flow guide ribs 21 and between a single flow guide rib 21 and other components on the partition plate 100. Condensate can flow along the guide channels 211 to at least a portion of the outlets 1111. Of course, the flow guide rib group 2 can also have other configurations. For example, the flow guide rib group 2 may also include three flow guide ribs 21, four flow guide ribs 21, five flow guide ribs 21, or six flow guide ribs 21, etc. Multiple flow guide ribs 21 can form various forms of guide channels 21, and no further restrictions are imposed here.

[0075] In addition, the guide channel 211 can be set at multiple water outlets 1111, with each water outlet 1111 guiding condensate; alternatively, the guide channel 211 can be set at some water outlets 1111, with corresponding water outlets 1111 guiding condensate. The guide rib group 2 facilitates the uniform distribution of condensate, allowing condensate to flow to water outlets 111 at different locations, thus ensuring uniform water output from the water outlets 111 and further improving the heat dissipation effect on the condenser 300. Furthermore, the partition plate 100 of this invention uses the guide ribs 21 for water distribution. Compared to the water distribution using a sealed water box in the prior art, the partition plate 100 of this invention does not require ultrasonic welding or other processes, making the manufacturing process simpler and avoiding the leakage risks associated with poor sealing of a sealed water box.

[0076] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figures 2-5 As shown, the tray 1 has multiple spaced water outlet areas 111, with multiple water outlets 1111 located within each water outlet area 111. Multiple sets of guide ribs 2 are provided, with each water outlet area 111 corresponding to one set of guide ribs 2 for guiding the flow of condensate. It is understood that multiple water outlet areas 111 facilitate the installation of more water outlets 1111, thereby increasing the outflow volume and efficiency of condensate from the partition 100. This accelerates the circulation efficiency of the condensate, further improving the heat dissipation effect of the condenser 300, enhancing the cooling effect of the air conditioner 1000, increasing its capacity and energy efficiency, and achieving energy savings. It also consumes more condensate from the evaporator 200, extending the water-holding time of the chassis 500, thus further extending the non-stop operation time of the air conditioner 1000 and reducing the frequency of drainage by the user. The multiple sets of guide ribs 2 can facilitate the flow of water to each water outlet area 111 by having a corresponding set of guide ribs 2, thereby accelerating the flow efficiency of condensate on the middle baffle 100 and further improving the circulation efficiency of condensate.

[0077] In some specific examples, such as Figure 5 As shown, there are two outlet areas 111 that are arranged opposite each other at both ends of the partition plate 100. A condenser 300 can be arranged below each outlet area 111. The condensate flows out from the outlet 1111 of the outlet area 111 and flows directly to the corresponding condenser 300, thereby providing auxiliary heat dissipation for the corresponding condenser 300.

[0078] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figures 2-5As shown, the inlet 12 can be installed on the side wall of the plate body 1. A set of guide ribs 2 is correspondingly installed on a portion of the outlets 1111 within each outlet area 111, with each set of guide ribs 2 located adjacent to the inlet 12. Therefore, the guide ribs 2 corresponding to a portion of the outlets 1111 can guide the condensate to that portion of the outlets 1111, thus facilitating the flow of condensate to that portion of the outlets and accelerating the flow efficiency of the condensate.

[0079] In addition, the placement of each set of guide ribs 2 near the water inlet 12 facilitates the flow of condensate from the water inlet 12 into the partition 100, where it is then guided by the guide ribs 2 to the water outlet 1111. This further accelerates the circulation of condensate, enhances the heat dissipation of the condenser 300, strengthens the cooling effect of the air conditioner 1000, improves the capacity and energy efficiency of the air conditioner 1000, and achieves energy saving. It also consumes more condensate from the evaporator 200, extending the water-holding time of the chassis 500, thereby further extending the non-stop operation time of the air conditioner 1000 and reducing the number of times the user needs to drain water.

[0080] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figures 2-5 As shown, the inlet 12 is located on the side wall of the plate 1. The partition plate 100 also includes water-dividing ribs 3. The water-dividing ribs 3 are provided on the plate 1 and are located adjacent to the inlet 12. The water-dividing ribs 3 divide the condensate flowing in from the inlet 12 into multiple streams so that they flow to multiple outlet areas 111. The fact that the water-dividing ribs 3 are located on the plate 1 and adjacent to the inlet 12 makes it easy for the condensate to be divided into multiple streams after entering the partition plate 100 from the inlet 12, thereby facilitating the condensate to flow to multiple outlet areas 111 respectively.

[0081] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 3 As shown, the water-dividing rib 3 has two water-dividing surfaces 31, which are arranged opposite to each other and extend obliquely away from the inlet 12, and are far from each other. As one possible implementation, the water outlet areas 111 can be two located on both sides of the water-dividing rib 3, with one water outlet area 111 located on one side of one of the water-dividing surfaces 31 of the water-dividing rib 3, and the other water outlet area 111 located on one side of the other water-dividing surface 31 of the water-dividing rib 3. The water-dividing surface 31 on the side corresponding to the water outlet area 111 can guide the condensate water to that water outlet area 111. This arrangement facilitates the guidance of condensate water to the corresponding water outlet area 111.

[0082] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figures 2-4As shown, the partition 100 may further include a first rib 4, which defines a guiding region 41. Multiple outlets 1111 are disposed within the guiding region 41, and the guide rib group 2 guides condensate towards the guiding region 41. It is understood that the first rib 4 facilitates the definition of the guiding region 41, which can be used to accumulate condensate. Specifically, after the condensate flows through the guide rib group 2 into the guiding region 41, the first rib 4 can confine the condensate within the guiding region 41, thereby facilitating the flow of condensate from the multiple outlets 1111 within the guiding region 41 out of the partition 100.

[0083] Furthermore, such as Figures 2-4 As shown, the first rib 4 comprises multiple guide regions 41 spaced apart, each guide region 41 corresponding to a guide channel 211 defined by at least one guide rib 21. Here, there can be one or multiple guide ribs 21. A single guide rib 21 can define a guide channel 211 with other components on the partition plate 100 on both sides of the guide rib 21. When there are multiple guide ribs 21, a guide channel 211 can be formed between two guide ribs 21. Simultaneously, the outermost guide rib 21 among the multiple guide ribs 21 can define a guide channel 211 with other components on the partition plate 100. The guide channel 211 guides the condensate to the corresponding guide region 41.

[0084] By setting multiple spaced-apart guide zones 41, more water outlets 1111 can be installed, thereby increasing the outflow volume and efficiency of condensate from the partition 100. This accelerates the condensate circulation efficiency, further improving the heat dissipation of the condenser 300, enhancing the cooling effect of the air conditioner 1000, increasing its capacity and energy efficiency, and achieving energy savings. It also consumes more condensate from the evaporator 200, extending the water-holding time of the chassis 500, thus extending the non-stop operation time of the air conditioner 1000 and reducing the frequency of drainage by the user. Multiple sets of guide ribs 2 ensure that each water outlet zone 111 has a corresponding guide rib group 2 for guiding the flow, thereby accelerating the flow efficiency of condensate on the partition 100 and further improving the condensate circulation efficiency.

[0085] Furthermore, the spaced arrangement of multiple guide areas 41 facilitates a more even flow of condensate to the condenser 300. Specifically, the multiple guide areas 41 can be spaced apart along the length of the condenser 300. This allows for more uniform heat dissipation from the condenser 300, thereby further improving its heat dissipation effect, enhancing the cooling performance of the air conditioner 1000, increasing its capacity and energy efficiency, and ultimately contributing to energy conservation.

[0086] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figures 2-3 As shown, the bottom wall of the plate 1 is provided with a guide surface 13 that extends downward at an inclination toward the outlet 1111. This facilitates the flow of condensate from the inlet 12 to the outlet 1111.

[0087] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 3 As shown, a portion of the edge of the outlet 1111 has an upward-protruding, non-circular water-breaking section 7, which punctures the condensate flowing towards the outlet 1111. This disrupts the surface tension of the condensate, thereby causing it to flow out of the outlet 1111. Further, refer to... Figure 3 Each outlet 1111 is provided with multiple spaced-apart water-breaking sections 7. This allows more condensate to be broken, disrupting the surface tension of more condensate and thus causing more condensate to flow out from the outlet 1111.

[0088] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figures 1-2 As shown, the partition 100 also includes a first fixing part 8, the plate 1 is connected to the first fixing part 8, a first fixing groove 81 is disposed on the first fixing part 8, the height direction of the evaporator 200 is the extension direction of the first fixing groove 81, the plate 1 is provided with the evaporator 200, and a portion of the evaporator 200 can extend into the first fixing groove 81. Here, the height direction of the evaporator 200 can be understood as the height direction of the air conditioner 1000, that is, as shown... Figure 1 The up and down directions are shown.

[0089] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figures 1-2 As shown, the partition 100 also includes a second fixing part 9, which is connected to the panel 1. The second fixing part 9 has a second fixing groove 91 that extends along the height direction of the condenser 300, and at least a portion of the condenser 300 extends into the second fixing groove 91. Here, the height direction of the condenser 300 can be understood as the height direction of the air conditioner 1000, that is, as shown... Figure 1 The up and down directions are shown.

[0090] Understandably, at least a portion of the condenser 300 extends into the second fixing groove 91, allowing the second fixing groove 91 to limit the condenser 300. Since the second fixing groove 91 extends along the height direction of the condenser 300, it can limit more parts of the condenser 300 in the height direction. As a result, the condenser 300 can be installed more stably on the chassis 500, preventing the condenser 300 from tipping over and causing condenser 300 malfunction.

[0091] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 2As shown, part of the panel 1 is recessed upwards to form a clearance space for avoidance, and the opening of the clearance space faces downwards. This clearance space can be used to avoid other components of the air conditioner 1000, such as electronic devices and disinfection / sterilization modules, which can be located within the clearance space. This saves installation space for the air conditioner 1000, making its structure more compact and reducing its overall size.

[0092] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 2 As shown, the upwardly recessed portion of the disc 1 is the clearance portion 14, and the side of the clearance portion 14 away from the clearance space has a downwardly extending guide surface 141. It should be noted that the air duct housing of the air conditioner 1000 can be installed above the clearance portion 14. The airflow flows inside the air duct housing. When the airflow is cold air, condensation may form on the outer wall of the air duct housing. The condensation will fall onto the side of the clearance portion 14 away from the clearance space. Therefore, the downwardly extending guide surface 141 can guide the condensation to flow downwards into the water receiving area 11 of the disc.

[0093] The following reference Figures 1-8 The partition 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail below. It is to be understood that the following description is merely illustrative and not intended to limit the specific scope of the invention.

[0094] like Figures 1-8 As shown, the air conditioner 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention has a partition 100, wherein the evaporator 200 generates condensate during operation, and the partition 100 is used to receive the condensate generated by the evaporator 200. The partition 100 is disposed above the condenser 300. The partition 100 may include a plate 1 and an opening / closing member 10.

[0095] Specifically, refer to Figures 1-5 The plate body 1 has a water receiving area 11 for receiving condensate from the evaporator 200. The plate body 1 is also provided with multiple water outlets 1111. The condensate flows to the condenser 300 through the water outlets 1111. The plate body 1 is also provided with an annular surrounding plate 105 to define the overflow channel. The plate body 1 may be provided with an overflow hole 62 that communicates with the overflow channel.

[0096] Understandably, the condensate produced by the evaporator 200 can flow to the water collection area 11 on the plate 1. The condensate in the water collection area 11 can flow to the condenser 300 through multiple water outlets 1111 on the plate 1. On the one hand, the condensate can assist the condenser 300 in heat dissipation, thereby improving the cooling effect of the air conditioner 1000. At the same time, it can also improve the capacity and energy efficiency of the air conditioner 1000, thus playing a role in energy saving. On the other hand, when the condensate passes through the condenser 300, some of the condensate vaporizes and dissipates into the air. Therefore, it can consume some of the condensate from the evaporator 200, prolong the time that the base 500 holds water, thereby prolonging the non-stop operation time of the air conditioner 1000, reducing the number of times the user drains water, and making the product design more user-friendly.

[0097] The condenser 300 is located below the partition plate 100, which facilitates the flow of condensate from the outlet 1111 of the partition plate 100 to the condenser 300, thereby accelerating the efficiency of the condensate cooling the condenser 300.

[0098] like Figure 1 As shown, in one possible implementation, the air conditioner 1000 may also include a chassis 500, with a condenser 300 located within the chassis 500. Condensate flowing onto the condenser 300 will then flow back to the chassis 500. A water pump 400 may be installed within the chassis 500. A connecting pipe 600 may connect the water pump 400 and the inlet 12 of the partition 100. The water pump 400 can drive the condensate in the chassis 500 back to the partition 100 through the connecting pipe 600. The condensate returning to the partition 100 can continue to flow to multiple outlets 1111, and then from the outlets 1111 to the condenser 300, and finally back to the chassis 500. Thus, the condensate can circulate between the partition 100 and the chassis 500. During this circulation, the condensate continuously passes through the condenser 300, thereby continuously assisting the condenser 300 in heat dissipation.

[0099] The plate body 1 may be provided with a blocking part 5 surrounding the edge of each outlet 1111 to prevent impurities in the condensate from flowing to the outlet 1111. Since impurities may exist in the condensate, the blocking part 5 can block these impurities, preventing them from flowing out of the outlet 1111. This ensures that the condensate flowing onto the condenser 300 is clean, thus preventing impurities from flowing onto the condenser 300 and reducing its lifespan or even damaging it. The water inlet end face of the blocking part 5 in the direction away from the outlet 1111 is lower than the water inlet end face 61 of the overflow channel 6. It should be noted that when the outlet 1111 cannot meet the condensate discharge requirements, the condensate can flow into the overflow channel 6. When the amount of condensate in the overflow channel 6 meets the set conditions, the opening / closing member 10 can open the overflow hole 62 through movement, thereby accelerating the flow of condensate out of the partition 100 and towards the condenser 300. This prevents condensate from overflowing from the perimeter of the partition 100 and damaging other components of the air conditioner 1000. The inlet end face 61 of the overflow channel 6 is higher than the inlet end face of each blocking part 5 away from the outlet 1111, which can prevent condensate from entering the overflow channel 6 under normal circumstances (when the outlet 1111 can meet the condensate discharge requirements).

[0100] Furthermore, the inlet end face 61 of the overflow channel 6 is at least 5 mm higher than the inlet end face of each blocking part 5 that is away from the outlet 1111.

[0101] Furthermore, when the amount of condensate in the overflow channel 6 does not meet the set conditions, the opening and closing component 10 can close the overflow hole 62 by moving, thereby completely isolating the upper and lower fans, solving the problem of mutual interference between the upper and lower fans, avoiding the risk of fan stall, surge, abnormal noise, etc., and improving the user experience.

[0102] Therefore, by conditionally opening the overflow hole 62 through the opening and closing component 10, the problem of mutual interference between the upper and lower fans can be solved, and the risks of fan stall, surge, abnormal noise, etc. can be avoided, thereby improving the user experience.

[0103] In some embodiments of the present invention, the opening / closing member 10 can be installed below the disc body 1. The opening / closing member 10 may include a deformable part 103 disposed opposite to the overflow hole 62. The deformable part 103 deforms downward under the gravity of the condensate in the overflow channel to open the overflow hole 62, and the deformable part 103 can restore its deformation to close the overflow hole 62. The number of overflow holes 62 can be set to multiple, and the multiple overflow holes 62 are spaced apart in the length direction of the overflow channel 6. The deformable part 103 can be set as a long plate, and the deformable part 103 can block multiple overflow holes 62 at the same time. The length of the long plate depends on the number of overflow holes 62. Of course, it is understood that the present invention is not limited to this. The multiple overflow holes 62 can also be spaced apart in the height direction or axial direction of the overflow channel 6. The deformable part 103 can also be set as a circular plate, etc., as long as the deformable part 103 can close the overflow hole 62.

[0104] It is understandable that when condensate enters the overflow channel 6, due to the gravity of the condensate, the deformable part 103 will deform downward, thus defining a water flow space between the deformable part 103 and the bottom wall of the disc. At this time, the overflow hole 62 is in the open state, and the condensate flows to the condenser through the overflow hole 62 and the water flow space.

[0105] When there is no condensate in the overflow channel 6 or the amount of condensate is too small to deform the deformable part 103, the deformable part 103 returns to its original shape to fit against the bottom wall of the disc body 1 to close and block the overflow hole 62. This setting allows the opening and closing of the overflow hole 62 by the opening and closing component 10. On the one hand, when the outlet 1111 cannot meet the condensate discharge requirements, the condensate flows into the overflow channel 6 and out through the overflow hole 62, preventing the condensate from overflowing from the perimeter of the partition 100 onto other components of the air conditioner 1000 and damaging the air conditioner 1000. On the other hand, when the outlet 1111 can meet the condensate discharge requirements or when there is not much condensate in the overflow channel 6, the overflow hole 62 can be closed to avoid mutual interference between the upper and lower fans, thus preventing risks such as stalling, surging, and abnormal noise, and improving the user experience.

[0106] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figures 6-8 As shown, the disc body 1 can be provided with mounting holes 15, and the opening / closing member 10 can be provided with mounting parts 101. The mounting parts 101 cooperate with the mounting holes 15 to fix the opening / closing member 10. It should be noted that the mounting parts 101 can pass through the mounting holes 15 to install the opening / closing member 10 on the disc body 1. This arrangement can fix the opening / closing member 10 on the disc body 1, thereby enabling the opening / closing member 10 to conditionally open the overflow hole 62.

[0107] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figures 6-8As shown, the mounting part 101 has an anti-detachment member 102 located above the mounting hole 15. The anti-detachment member 102 is adapted to abut against the bottom wall of the disc body 1 to prevent the mounting part 101 from detaching from the mounting hole 15. The anti-detachment member 102 of the mounting part 101 abuts against the bottom wall of the disc body 1 to ensure that the mounting part 101 and the mounting hole 15 are engaged. The shape of the anti-detachment member 102 can be triangular, with one side of the triangle abutting against the bottom wall of the disc body 1. Setting the anti-detachment member 102 as a triangle makes its structure more stable. However, it is understood that the shape of the anti-detachment member 102 is not limited to this; it can also be rectangular, etc. This arrangement ensures that the opening / closing member 10 and the disc body 1 are firmly connected, making the structure of the opening / closing member 10 and the disc body 1 more stable.

[0108] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figures 6-8 As shown, the opening / closing member 10 is movably installed below the disc body 1. The opening / closing member 10 may include a blocking part and an elastic member. The blocking part is positioned opposite the overflow hole 62. The elastic member is connected to both the blocking part and the disc body 1. Under the gravity of the condensate, the blocking part moves downward to open the overflow hole 62. The elastic member pushes the blocking part to move and block the overflow hole 62. The elastic member can deform. The gravity of the condensate in the overflow channel 6 is applied to the blocking part through the overflow hole 62. When the weight of the condensate in the overflow channel 6 reaches a certain threshold, the elastic force of the elastic member is less than the combined force of the weight of the condensate and the weight of the blocking part. Under the combined force of the weight of the condensate and the weight of the blocking part, the blocking part moves upward to open the overflow hole 62.

[0109] When there is no condensate or the amount of condensate in the overflow channel, and the elastic force of the elastic element is greater than the combined force of the weight of the condensate and the weight of the blocking part, the elastic force of the elastic element pulls the blocking part to block the overflow hole 62.

[0110] This configuration allows the opening and closing of the overflow hole 62 by the opening and closing component 10. On the one hand, when the outlet 1111 cannot meet the condensate water output, the condensate water flows into the overflow channel 6 and out through the overflow hole 62, preventing the condensate water from overflowing from the perimeter of the partition 100 onto other components of the air conditioner 1000 and damaging the air conditioner 1000. On the other hand, when the outlet 1111 can meet the condensate water output or when there is not much condensate water in the overflow channel 6, the overflow hole 62 can be closed to prevent the upper and lower fans from interfering with each other, thus avoiding risks such as stalling, surging, and abnormal noise, and improving the user experience.

[0111] Optionally, the elastic element can be a spring, a sheet, or other components. Specifically, when the opening / closing member 10 is movably installed below the disc body 1, and the opening / closing member 10 may include a blocking part and an elastic element, the installation method of the opening / closing member 10 can be the same as the installation method in the embodiment where the opening / closing member may include a deformable part 103, that is, including an anti-detachment part 102, etc. In this case, the elastic element can be sleeved on the mounting part and its two ends can abut against the anti-detachment part and the disc body.

[0112] It should be noted that the structure of the opening and closing device is not limited to this. For example, a water level sensor can be installed in the overflow channel, and the opening and closing device can be an electrically controlled one-way valve. When the water level sensor detects the water level, it controls the one-way valve to open the overflow hole 62.

[0113] In some embodiments of the present invention, the partition 100 of the air conditioner 1000 may further include a group of guide ribs 2 disposed on the panel 1. The group of guide ribs 2 includes at least one guide rib 21 and is configured to guide the condensate in the panel 1 to at least a portion of the drain outlet 1111. The group of guide ribs 2 may include one guide rib 21 or multiple guide ribs 21. For example, the guide rib 21 can extend along the direction from the inlet 12 to the outlet 1111. When the guide rib group 2 includes one guide rib 21, the guide rib 21 can guide at least a portion of the condensate entering the partition 100 from the inlet 12 to at least a portion of the outlets 1111. Specifically, for example, there can be two outlets 1111, and the guide rib is located between the two outlets 1111, so that the condensate can flow along the guide rib 21 to the two outlets 1111. Alternatively, there can be more than two outlets 1111, but the guide rib 21 is provided only at one outlet 1111 or between two outlets 1111. In this case, the guide rib 21 can guide the condensate to the corresponding outlet 1111 or both outlets 1111.

[0114] When the flow guide rib group 2 includes multiple flow guide ribs 21, for example, the flow guide rib group 2 may include two flow guide ribs 21. Multiple guide channels 211 can be formed between the two flow guide ribs 21 and between a single flow guide rib 21 and other components on the partition plate 100. Condensate can flow along the guide channels 211 to at least a portion of the outlets 1111. Of course, the flow guide rib group 2 can also have other configurations. For example, the flow guide rib group 2 may also include three flow guide ribs 21, four flow guide ribs 21, five flow guide ribs 21, or six flow guide ribs 21, etc. Multiple flow guide ribs 21 can form various forms of guide channels 21, and no further restrictions are imposed here.

[0115] The guide ribs 2 facilitate the uniform distribution of condensate, allowing it to flow to different outlets 111, thus ensuring uniform water output and further enhancing the heat dissipation of the condenser 300. Simultaneously, the partition 100 of this invention uses guide ribs 21 for water distribution. Compared to the existing sealed water box method, the partition 100 of this invention does not require ultrasonic welding or other processes, simplifying the manufacturing process and avoiding the leakage risks associated with poor sealing in sealed water boxes. Figures 2-5 As shown, the plate 1 has multiple spaced water outlet areas 111, each with multiple water outlets 1111. Multiple sets of guide ribs 2 are also present, with each water outlet area 111 corresponding to one set of guide ribs 2 for guiding the flow of condensate. It is understood that multiple water outlet areas 111 facilitate the installation of more water outlets 1111, thereby increasing the outflow volume and efficiency of condensate from the partition 100. This accelerates the circulation efficiency of the condensate, further improving the heat dissipation effect of the condenser 300, enhancing the cooling effect of the air conditioner 1000, increasing its capacity and energy efficiency, and thus saving energy. It also consumes more condensate from the evaporator 200, extending the water-holding time of the chassis 500, thereby further extending the non-stop operation time of the air conditioner 1000 and reducing the frequency of drainage by the user. The multiple sets of guide ribs 2 can facilitate the flow of water to each water outlet area 111 by having a corresponding set of guide ribs 2, thereby accelerating the flow efficiency of condensate on the middle baffle 100 and further improving the circulation efficiency of condensate.

[0116] In some specific examples, such as Figure 5 As shown, there are two outlet areas 111 that are arranged opposite each other at both ends of the partition 100. The inlet 12 is located on the side wall between the outlet areas 111 of the partition 100. A set of guide ribs 2 is provided between the inlet 12 and each outlet area 111. Thus, after the condensate flows into the partition 100 from the inlet 12, it can flow along the guide ribs 2 to the corresponding outlet area 111. A condenser 300 can be arranged below each outlet area 111. The condensate can flow directly from the outlet 1111 of the outlet area 111 to the corresponding condenser 300, thereby providing auxiliary heat dissipation for the corresponding condenser 300.

[0117] like Figures 2-5 As shown, a set of guide ribs 2 is provided for a portion of the water outlets 1111 in each water outlet area 111, and each set of guide ribs 2 is located adjacent to the water inlet 12. Therefore, the guide ribs 2 corresponding to a portion of the water outlets 1111 can guide the condensate to that portion of the water outlets 1111, thereby facilitating the flow of condensate to a portion of the water outlets 1111 and accelerating the flow efficiency of the condensate.

[0118] In addition, the placement of each set of guide ribs 2 near the water inlet 12 facilitates the flow of condensate from the water inlet 12 into the partition 100, where it is then guided by the guide ribs 2 to the water outlet 1111. This further accelerates the circulation of condensate, enhances the heat dissipation of the condenser 300, strengthens the cooling effect of the air conditioner 1000, improves the capacity and energy efficiency of the air conditioner 1000, and achieves energy saving. It also consumes more condensate from the evaporator 200, extending the water-holding time of the chassis 500, thereby further extending the non-stop operation time of the air conditioner 1000 and reducing the number of times the user needs to drain water.

[0119] like Figures 2-5 As shown, the partition 100 also includes water-dividing ribs 3, which are disposed on the plate 1 and adjacent to the inlet 12. The water-dividing ribs 3 divide the condensate flowing in from the inlet 12 into multiple streams to flow to multiple outlet areas 111. The placement of the water-dividing ribs 3 on the plate 1 and adjacent to the inlet 12 facilitates the division of condensate into multiple streams after it enters the partition 100 from the inlet 12, thus allowing the condensate to flow to the multiple outlet areas 111 respectively.

[0120] like Figure 3 As shown, the water-dividing rib 3 includes two opposing water-dividing surfaces 31, which extend at an inclination away from the inlet 12 and away from each other. As one possible implementation, the outlet areas 111 can be two located on either side of the water-dividing rib 3, with one outlet area 111 located on one side of one of the water-dividing surfaces 31 and the other outlet area 111 located on the other side of the water-dividing surface 31. The water-dividing surface 31 on the side corresponding to the outlet area 111 can guide the condensate to that outlet area 111. The inclination of the two water-dividing surfaces 31 towards the direction away from the inlet 12 and away from each other facilitates the guidance of condensate to the corresponding outlet area 111.

[0121] like Figures 2-4 As shown, the partition 100 may further include a first rib 4, which defines a guiding region 41. The guiding region 41 has multiple outlets 1111. The guide rib group 2 guides condensate towards the guiding region 41. It is understood that the first rib 4 facilitates the definition of the guiding region 41, which can be used to accumulate condensate. Specifically, after the condensate flows through the guide rib group 2 into the guiding region 41, the first rib 4 can confine the condensate within the guiding region 41, thereby facilitating the flow of condensate out of the partition 100 from the multiple outlets 1111 within the guiding region 41.

[0122] Furthermore, such as Figures 2-4As shown, the first rib 4 comprises multiple guide regions 41 spaced apart, each guide region 41 corresponding to a guide channel 211 defined by at least one guide rib 21. Here, there can be one or multiple guide ribs 21. A single guide rib 21 can define a guide channel 211 with other components on the partition plate 100 on both sides of the guide rib 21. When there are multiple guide ribs 21, a guide channel 211 can be formed between two guide ribs 21. Simultaneously, the outermost guide rib 21 among the multiple guide ribs 21 can define a guide channel 211 with other components on the partition plate 100. The guide channel 211 guides the condensate to the corresponding guide region 41.

[0123] By setting multiple spaced-apart guide zones 41, more water outlets 1111 can be installed, thereby increasing the outflow volume and efficiency of condensate from the partition 100. This accelerates the condensate circulation efficiency, further improving the heat dissipation of the condenser 300, enhancing the cooling effect of the air conditioner 1000, increasing its capacity and energy efficiency, and achieving energy savings. It also consumes more condensate from the evaporator 200, extending the water-holding time of the chassis 500, thus extending the non-stop operation time of the air conditioner 1000 and reducing the frequency of drainage by the user. Multiple sets of guide ribs 2 ensure that each water outlet zone 111 has a corresponding guide rib group 2 for guiding the flow, thereby accelerating the flow efficiency of condensate on the partition 100 and further improving the condensate circulation efficiency.

[0124] Furthermore, the spaced arrangement of multiple guide areas 41 facilitates a more even flow of condensate to the condenser 300. Specifically, the multiple guide areas 41 can be spaced apart along the length of the condenser 300. This allows for more uniform heat dissipation from the condenser 300, thereby further improving its heat dissipation effect, enhancing the cooling performance of the air conditioner 1000, increasing its capacity and energy efficiency, and ultimately contributing to energy conservation.

[0125] like Figures 2-3 As shown, the bottom wall of the plate 1 is provided with a guide surface 13 that extends downward at an inclination toward the outlet 1111. This facilitates the flow of condensate from the inlet 12 to the outlet 1111.

[0126] like Figure 3 As shown, a portion of the edge of the outlet 1111 has an upward-protruding, non-circular water-breaking section 7, which punctures the condensate flowing towards the outlet 1111. This disrupts the surface tension of the condensate, thereby causing it to flow out of the outlet 1111. Further, refer to... Figure 3Each outlet 1111 is provided with multiple spaced-apart water-breaking sections 7. This allows more condensate to be broken, disrupting the surface tension of more condensate and thus causing more condensate to flow out from the outlet 1111.

[0127] like Figure 1 As shown, the air conditioner 1000 according to an embodiment of the present invention may include: a condenser 300, a partition 100 and an evaporator 200. The partition 100 is the partition 100 of the air conditioner 100 described above. The partition 100 may be disposed below the evaporator 200 to receive condensate. The condenser 300 may be disposed below the partition 100, and the condensate flows to the condenser 300 through the outlet 1111.

[0128] According to the embodiment of the present invention, the air conditioner 1000 can conditionally open the overflow hole 62 by the opening and closing member 10, which can solve the problem of mutual interference between the upper and lower fans, avoid the risk of fan stall, surge, abnormal noise, etc., and improve the user experience.

[0129] In some embodiments of the present invention, at least one of the evaporator 200 and the condenser 300 is connected to the partition plate 100 via a connector. It is understood that the evaporator 200 and the partition plate 100 can be connected via a connector, and the condenser 300 and the partition plate 100 can also be connected via a connector. Furthermore, both the evaporator 200 and the condenser 300 can be connected to the partition plate 100 via connectors. The connectors allow the evaporator 200 and / or the condenser 300 to be reliably fixed to the partition plate 100. Additionally, the connectors facilitate the installation and removal of the evaporator 200 and / or the condenser 300 from the partition plate 100.

[0130] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0131] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A partition in an air conditioner, the air conditioner comprising an evaporator and a condenser, characterized in that, The partition plate is used to receive condensate produced by the evaporator, and the partition plate is disposed above the condenser. The partition plate includes: The plate body has a water receiving area for receiving condensate from the evaporator, and the plate body also has multiple water outlets through which the condensate flows to the condenser. The plate body also has an annular baffle to define an overflow channel, and the plate body has an overflow hole communicating with the overflow channel. An opening and closing element is movably disposed on the disc body, and the opening and closing element is configured to open the overflow hole when the amount of condensate in the overflow channel meets a set condition. The opening and closing component is movably installed below the disc body. The opening and closing component includes a blocking part and an elastic element. The blocking part is arranged opposite to the overflow hole. The elastic element is connected to the blocking part and the disc body respectively. The blocking part moves downward under the gravity of the condensate to open the overflow hole. The elastic element pushes the blocking part to move to block the overflow hole. The outlet has a non-circular, upward-protruding water-breaking section on one edge, which punctures the condensate flowing towards the outlet.

2. The partition of the air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The opening and closing component is installed below the plate body. The opening and closing component includes a deformable part that is directly opposite the overflow hole. The deformable part deforms downward under the gravity of the condensate in the overflow channel to open the overflow hole. The deformable part can restore its deformation to close the overflow hole.

3. The partition of the air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that, The disc body is provided with mounting holes, and the opening and closing component is provided with a mounting part. The mounting part cooperates with the mounting holes to fix the opening and closing component.

4. The partition of the air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized in that, The mounting portion has an anti-detachment component located above the mounting hole, the anti-detachment component being adapted to abut against the bottom wall of the disc body to prevent the mounting portion from detaching from the mounting hole.

5. The partition of the air conditioner according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, It also includes a flow guide rib assembly, which is disposed on the disc body. The flow guide rib assembly includes at least one flow guide rib and is configured to guide the condensate in the disc body to at least a portion of the outlet.

6. The partition of the air conditioner according to claim 5, characterized in that, The plate body is provided with multiple water outlet areas spaced apart, and each water outlet area is provided with multiple water outlets. There are multiple sets of guide ribs, and each water outlet area is provided with a set of guide ribs for guiding the flow of condensate.

7. The partition of the air conditioner according to claim 6, characterized in that, The side wall of the disc is provided with a water inlet, and a group of guide ribs is provided for a portion of the water outlets in each of the water outlet areas. Each group of guide ribs is located adjacent to the water inlet.

8. The partition of the air conditioner according to claim 6, characterized in that, The side wall of the plate is provided with a water inlet, and the partition plate also includes a water-dividing rib. The water-dividing rib is provided on the plate and adjacent to the water inlet. The water-dividing rib divides the condensate flowing in from the water inlet into multiple streams to flow to multiple water outlet areas.

9. The partition of the air conditioner according to claim 8, characterized in that, The water-dividing rib includes two water-dividing surfaces arranged opposite each other, which extend at an angle toward the water inlet and away from each other.

10. The partition of the air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, Each of the water outlets is provided with multiple water-breaking sections spaced apart.

11. The partition of the air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a first fixing part adapted to fix the evaporator, the first fixing part being connected to the plate body, the first fixing part having a first fixing groove extending along the height direction of the evaporator, the evaporator being disposed on the plate body, and at least a portion of the evaporator extending into the first fixing groove.

12. The partition of the air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a second fixing part adapted to fix the condenser, the second fixing part being connected to the disc body, the second fixing part having a second fixing groove extending along the height direction of the condenser, and at least a portion of the condenser extending into the second fixing groove.

13. The partition of the air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, Part of the disc body is recessed upward to form a clearance space for avoidance, and the opening of the clearance space faces downward.

14. The partition of the air conditioner according to claim 13, characterized in that, The recessed portion of the disc body is a clearance section, and the side of the clearance section away from the clearance space has a guide surface that extends downward at an angle.

15. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: Evaporator; A partition, wherein the partition is the partition of the air conditioner according to any one of claims 1-14, and the partition is located below the evaporator to receive condensate; A condenser is located below the partition plate, and the condensate flows to the condenser through the outlet.

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