Modular base and air conditioner

Abstract

The application provides a modular base and an air conditioner, and relates to the technical field of air conditioners. The modular base comprises a first fixed end, a second fixed end and a plurality of intermediate replacement sections. The first fixed end and the second fixed end are respectively used for being connected with an air conditioner body. The lengths of the plurality of intermediate replacement sections are different from each other. The plurality of intermediate replacement sections are selectively and detachably connected with the first fixed end and the second fixed end. The modular base provided by the application can realize the adjustment of the size by replacing part of the modules, and has wider applicability.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of air conditioning technology, and more specifically, to a modular base and an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] Air conditioners with different cooling capacities have different sizes, and the sizes of the bases they are equipped with also vary. For example, air conditioners with larger cooling capacities require longer bases.

[0003] Currently, the bases on the market are usually integral structures with fixed dimensions. When producing air conditioners with different cooling capacities, bases of different sizes need to be produced accordingly, resulting in excessively high base R&D and production costs. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The problem solved by this invention is that existing bases have fixed dimensions and poor applicability.

[0005] To address the aforementioned issues, this invention provides a modular base that allows for size adjustment by replacing modules of different sizes, thus adapting to the characteristics of air conditioners of varying sizes.

[0006] An embodiment of the present invention provides a modular base, including a first fixed end, a second fixed end, and a plurality of intermediate replacement sections. The first fixed end and the second fixed end are respectively used to connect to the main body of an air conditioner. The lengths of the plurality of intermediate replacement sections are different from each other, and one of the plurality of intermediate replacement sections can be detachably connected to the first fixed end and the second fixed end.

[0007] The modular base provided in this embodiment of the invention has multiple intermediate replacement sections of different lengths. In practical applications, when the modular base is assembled with a shorter air conditioner, the shorter intermediate replacement section can be selected to connect with the first and second fixed ends. When it needs to be assembled with a longer air conditioner, the longer intermediate replacement section can be selected to connect with the first and second fixed ends. Therefore, the modular base provided in this embodiment can adapt to air conditioners of different lengths by replacing intermediate replacement sections of different lengths, thus having wider applicability, being reusable, and reducing the cost of base research and development and production.

[0008] In an optional embodiment, the intermediate replacement segment is provided with a first plug-in end and a second plug-in end in the length direction, the first plug-in end being plugged into the first fixed end, and the second plug-in end being plugged into the second fixed end.

[0009] The first plug-in end is plugged into the first fixed end, and the second plug-in end is plugged into the second fixed end. In practical applications, this enables quick disassembly and assembly of the intermediate replacement section, facilitating rapid replacement and easy operation.

[0010] In an optional embodiment, one of the first plug-in end and the first fixed end is provided with a first slot, and the other of the two is provided with a first insert, the first insert being inserted into the first slot.

[0011] In an optional embodiment, a first clearance gap is provided on the side wall of the first slot, one end of the first clearance gap is opened at the slot opening of the first slot, and the other end of the first clearance gap extends along the extension direction of the first slot.

[0012] In an optional embodiment, a first spring-loaded latch is provided at the opening of the first slot. The first spring-loaded latch covers the opening of the first slot. The first spring-loaded latch can deform under the action of external force to release the obstruction of the opening of the first slot.

[0013] In practical applications, the first spring clip initially blocks the opening of the first slot. During the insertion of the first insert into the first slot, it can push the first spring clip to deform, allowing the first insert to be smoothly inserted into the first slot. After the first insert is fully inserted, the force on the first spring clip is removed, so that the first spring clip returns to its initial state, preventing the first insert from exiting the first slot.

[0014] In an optional embodiment, the first snap fastener includes a first connecting end and a first movable end. The first connecting end is connected to the first fixed end. The first movable end extends from the first connecting end along the extension direction of the first slot. The first movable end is provided with a first guide slide protrusion. The first guide slide protrudes from the slot wall of the first slot to cover the slot opening of the first slot.

[0015] In practical applications, the first guide slide protrusion initially blocks the opening of the first slot. During the insertion of the first insert into the first slot, it can push the first guide slide protrusion to deform the first movable end, so that the first insert can be smoothly inserted into the first slot. After the first insert is fully inserted, the force on the first guide slide protrusion is removed, so that the first spring buckle returns to the initial state and restricts the first insert from exiting the first slot.

[0016] In an optional embodiment, one of the second plug-in end and the second fixed end is provided with a second slot, and the other of the two is provided with a second insert, which is inserted into the second slot.

[0017] In an optional embodiment, a second clearance gap is provided on the side wall of the second slot, one end of the second clearance gap is opened at the slot of the second slot, and the other end of the second clearance gap extends along the extension direction of the second slot.

[0018] In an optional embodiment, a second spring-loaded latch is provided at the opening of the second slot. The second spring-loaded latch blocks the opening of the second slot. The second spring-loaded latch can deform under the action of external force to release the blockage of the opening of the second slot.

[0019] In practical applications, the second spring clip initially blocks the opening of the second slot. During the insertion of the second insert into the second slot, it can push the second spring clip to deform, allowing the second insert to be smoothly inserted into the second slot. After the second insert is fully inserted, the force on the second spring clip is removed, and the second spring clip returns to its initial state, preventing the second insert from exiting the second slot.

[0020] In an optional embodiment, the second snap fastener includes a second connecting end and a second movable end. The second connecting end is connected to the second fixed end. The second movable end extends from the second connecting end along the extension direction of the second slot. The second movable end is provided with a second guide protrusion. The second guide protrusion protrudes from the slot wall of the second slot to cover the slot opening of the second slot.

[0021] In practical applications, the second guide protrusion initially blocks the opening of the second slot. During the insertion of the second insert into the second slot, it can push the second guide protrusion to deform the second movable end, allowing the second insert to be smoothly inserted into the second slot. After the second insert is fully inserted, the force on the second guide protrusion is removed, and the second spring buckle returns to its initial state, preventing the second insert from exiting the second slot.

[0022] The present invention also provides an air conditioner, including the aforementioned modular base. The modular base includes a first fixed end, a second fixed end, and a plurality of intermediate replacement sections. The first fixed end and the second fixed end are respectively used to connect to the air conditioner body. The lengths of the plurality of intermediate replacement sections are different from each other, and one of the plurality of intermediate replacement sections is detachably connected to the first fixed end and the second fixed end. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the modular base provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the intermediate replacement segment;

[0025] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first fixed end;

[0026] Figure 4 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure of the second fixed end;

[0027] Figure 5 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure before the middle replacement section is inserted into the first fixed end;

[0028] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Enlarged view of region A in the middle;

[0029] Figure 7 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure in which the first insert of the intermediate replacement segment is inserted into the first slot of the first fixed end;

[0030] Figure 8 for Figure 4 Enlarged view of region B in the middle;

[0031] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0032] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0033] 100 - Modular base; 110 - First fixed end; 111 - First slot; 112 - First clearance gap; 113 - First spring buckle; 1131 - First connecting end; 1132 - First movable end; 1133 - First guide slide protrusion; 1134 - First guide slide slope; 130 - Second fixed end; 131 - Second slot; 132 - Second clearance gap; 133 - Second spring buckle; 1331 - Second connecting end; 1332 - Second movable end; 1333 - Second guide slide protrusion; 1334 - Second guide slide slope; 150 - Intermediate replacement section; 151 - First insertion end; 152 - First insertion strip; 153 - Second insertion end; 154 - Second insertion strip; 200 - Air conditioner; 210 - Evaporator; 230 - Evaporator left bracket; 250 - Motor cover. Detailed Implementation

[0034] To make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more apparent and understandable, specific embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0035] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 1 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of the modular base 100 provided in this embodiment.

[0036] The modular base 100 provided in this embodiment is applied to an air conditioner. It includes a first fixed end 110 and a second fixed end 130 that are respectively connected to the main body of the air conditioner, and a plurality of intermediate replacement sections 150. The lengths of the plurality of intermediate replacement sections 150 are different from each other, and the plurality of intermediate replacement sections 150 are respectively used to connect individually to the first fixed end 110 and the second fixed end 130 to form a complete base.

[0037] In practical applications, a suitable intermediate replacement section 150 is selected based on the size of the air conditioner being used, and the selected intermediate replacement section 150 is connected to the first fixed end 110 and the second fixed end 130 installed on the main body of the air conditioner. It can be seen that the modular base 100 provided in this embodiment can adjust its own size by selecting intermediate replacement sections 150 of different sizes, thereby adapting to air conditioners of different sizes.

[0038] For example, when the modular base 100 is applied to a longer air conditioner, a longer intermediate replacement section 150 is selected; when the modular base 100 is applied to a shorter air conditioner, a shorter intermediate replacement section 150 can be selected. Therefore, the modular base 100 provided in this embodiment adopts a modular structure, can adjust its own size, has wider adaptability, and can be used as a universal base, thereby saving base R&D and production costs.

[0039] It is understood that the modular base 100 provided in this embodiment has multiple intermediate replacement sections 150, each with the same connection structure at both ends for detachable connection with the first fixed end 110 and the second fixed end 130. This embodiment will be described using any one of the intermediate replacement sections 150 as an example.

[0040] In this embodiment, the intermediate replacement segment 150 is connected to both the first fixed end 110 and the second fixed end 130 via a plug-in connection. In other embodiments, the intermediate replacement segment 150 can also be connected to the first fixed end 110 and the second fixed end 130 via other convenient assembly and disassembly methods such as snap-fit. Furthermore, the intermediate replacement segment 150 can also be connected to the first fixed end 110 and the second fixed end 130 via two different connection methods.

[0041] The intermediate replacement section 150 is provided with a first plug-in end 151 and a second plug-in end 153 in the length direction. The first plug-in end 151 is plugged into the first fixed end 110, and the second plug-in end 153 is plugged into the second fixed end 130.

[0042] Please refer to the following: Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 , Figure 2 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of the intermediate replacement segment 150. Figure 3 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of the first fixed end 110. Figure 4 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of the second fixed end 130.

[0043] In this embodiment, a first insert 152 is provided on the first plug-in end 151 of the intermediate replacement section 150, and a second insert 154 is provided on the second plug-in end 153. A first slot 111 is provided on the first fixed end 110. When the first insert 152 is inserted into the first slot 111, the first plug-in end 151 and the first fixed end 110 are detachably connected. A second slot 131 is provided on the second fixed end 130. When the second insert 154 is inserted into the second slot 131, the second plug-in end 153 and the second fixed end 130 are detachably connected.

[0044] It should be noted that in other embodiments, depending on the processing conditions, the first insert 152 can also be disposed on the first fixed end 110. In this case, the first slot 111 is disposed on the first plug-in end 151. Similarly, the second insert 154 can also be disposed on the second fixed end 130, and the second slot 131 is disposed on the second plug-in end 153.

[0045] It is understandable that, in practical applications, by presetting the setting position of the first slot 111 on the first fixed end 110 and the setting position of the second slot 131 on the second fixed end 130, it is possible to achieve that when both the first fixed end 110 and the second fixed end 130 are installed on the body of the air conditioner, the first insertion slot and the second insertion slot can be located on the two sides of the first fixed end 110 and the second fixed end 130 that are close to each other, so as to facilitate the installation of the intermediate replacement section 150.

[0046] Please see Figure 5 and Figure 6 , Figure 5 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of the intermediate replacement section 150 before it is connected to the first fixed end 110. Figure 6 As shown Figure 5 An enlarged schematic diagram of region A in the middle.

[0047] In this embodiment, a first clearance gap 112 is provided on the side wall of the first slot 111. One end of the first clearance gap 112 is opened in the slot of the first slot 111, and the other end of the first clearance gap 112 extends along the extension direction of the first slot 111.

[0048] In fact, a connecting rib is protruding from the end face of the first insertion end 151, and the end of the connecting rib away from the first insertion end 151 is connected to the first insertion strip 152. The width of the first insertion strip 152 is smaller than the width of the first clearance gap 112. During the process of inserting the first insertion strip 152 provided on the first insertion end 151 into the first slot 111, the connecting rib inserts into the first clearance gap 112 and slides along the first clearance gap 112. However, the width of the first insertion strip 152 is greater than the width of the first clearance gap 112, that is, the first insertion strip 152 is stopped and limited by the groove wall where the first clearance gap 112 is located.

[0049] A first spring buckle 113 is provided at the opening of the first slot 111. The first spring buckle 113 covers the opening of the first slot 111. The first spring buckle 113 can deform under the action of external force to release the obstruction of the opening of the first slot 111.

[0050] In this embodiment, the first snap fastener 113 includes a first connecting end 1131 and a first movable end 1132. The first connecting end 1131 is connected to the first fixed end 110. The first movable end 1132 extends from the first connecting end 1131 along the extension direction of the first slot 111. The first movable end 1132 is provided with a first guide slide protrusion 1133. The first guide slide protrusion 1133 protrudes from the groove wall of the first slot 111 to cover the groove opening of the first slot 111.

[0051] In this embodiment, a first guide slope 1134 is provided on the side of the first guide protrusion 1133 away from the groove of the first slot 111. The first guide slope 1134 is used to contact the first insert 152 before the first insert 152 is inserted into the first slot 111, so as to bear the force of the first insert 152 and drive the first movable end 1132 to deform, thereby removing the obstruction of the groove of the first slot 111.

[0052] Please refer to the following: Figure 6 and Figure 7 , Figure 7 The diagram shows the structure of the first insert 152 fully inserted into the first slot 111.

[0053] Understandably, in its natural state, the first guide protrusion 1133 extends laterally into the extension path of the first slot 111, thus blocking the opening of the first slot 111. Before aligning the first insert 152 with the opening of the first slot 111 and inserting the first insert 152 into the first slot 111, the insertion end of the first insert 152 contacts the first guide slope 1134 of the first guide protrusion 1133 and slides relative to it on the first guide slope 1134.

[0054] During this process, the first guide slope 1134 is pushed by the first insert 152, causing the first movable end 1132 to move in the direction of its lateral exit from the first slot 111. This causes the first movable end 1132 to deform relative to the first connecting end 1131, accumulating elastic potential energy. When the insertion end of the first insert 152 slides out of the first guide slope 1134, the first guide protrusion 1133 completely exits the path of the first slot 111, and the first guide protrusion 1133 remains in contact with the side wall of the first insert 152 under the action of elastic restoring force, and the insertion end of the first insert 152 is inserted into the groove of the first slot 111.

[0055] When the first insert 152 is fully inserted into the first slot 111, as Figure 7 As shown, the first guide slide protrusion 1133 disengages from the side wall of the first insert 152, and the first movable end 1132 releases elastic potential energy, causing the first guide slide protrusion 1133 to extend laterally into the path of the first slot 111, thereby re-blocking the opening of the first slot 111, thus locking the first insert 152 and preventing the first insert 152 from exiting the first slot 111.

[0056] Please see Figure 8 , Figure 8 As shown Figure 4 A magnified view of region B in the middle.

[0057] In fact, in this embodiment, the structure of the second slot 131 provided on the second fixed end 130 is exactly the same as the structure of the first slot 111.

[0058] That is, a second clearance gap 132 is provided on the side wall of the second slot 131, one end of the second clearance gap 132 is opened in the slot of the second slot 131, and the other end of the second clearance gap 132 extends along the extension direction of the second slot 131.

[0059] In fact, a connecting rib is protruding from the end face of the second insertion end 153, and the end of the connecting rib away from the second insertion end 153 is connected to the second insertion strip 154. The width of the second insertion strip 154 ​​is smaller than the width of the second clearance gap 132. During the process of the second insertion strip 154 ​​provided on the second insertion end 153 being inserted into the second slot 131, the connecting rib is inserted into the second clearance gap 132 and slides along the second clearance gap 132. However, the width of the second insertion strip 154 ​​is greater than the width of the second clearance gap 132, that is, the second insertion strip 154 ​​is stopped and limited by the groove wall where the second clearance gap 132 is located.

[0060] A second spring buckle 133 is provided at the opening of the second slot 131. The second spring buckle 133 covers the opening of the second slot 131. The second spring buckle 133 can deform under the action of external force to release the obstruction of the opening of the second slot 131.

[0061] In this embodiment, the second snap fastener 133 includes a second connecting end 1331 and a second movable end 1332. The second connecting end 1331 is connected to the second fixed end 130. The second movable end 1332 extends from the second connecting end 1331 along the extension direction of the second slot 131. The second movable end 1332 is provided with a second guide protrusion 1333. The second guide protrusion 1333 protrudes from the groove wall of the second slot 131 to cover the groove opening of the second slot 131.

[0062] In this embodiment, a second guide slope 1334 is provided on the side of the second guide protrusion 1333 away from the groove of the second slot 131. The second guide slope 1334 is used to contact the second insert 154 before the second insert 154 is inserted into the second slot 131, so as to bear the force of the second insert 154 and drive the second movable end 1332 to deform, thereby removing the obstruction of the groove of the second slot 131.

[0063] Similarly, in its natural state, the second guide protrusion 1333 extends laterally into the extension path of the second slot 131, thus blocking the opening of the second slot 131. Before aligning the second insert 154 with the opening of the second slot 131 and inserting the second insert 154 into the second slot 131, the insertion end of the second insert 154 contacts the second guide slope 1334 of the second guide protrusion 1333 and slides relative to it on the second guide slope 1334.

[0064] During this process, the second guide slope 1334 is pushed by the second insert 154, causing the second movable end 1332 to move in the direction of its lateral exit from the second slot 131. This causes the second movable end 1332 to deform relative to the second connecting end 1331, accumulating elastic potential energy. When the insertion end of the second insert 154 slides out of the second guide slope 1334, the second guide protrusion 1333 completely exits the path of the second slot 131, and under the action of the elastic restoring force, the second guide protrusion 1333 remains in contact with the side wall of the second insert 154, and the insertion end of the second insert 154 is inserted into the groove of the second slot 131.

[0065] When the second insert 154 is fully inserted into the second slot 131, the second guide protrusion 1333 disengages from the side wall of the second insert 154, and the second movable end 1332 releases elastic potential energy, causing the second guide protrusion 1333 to extend laterally into the path of the second slot 131, thereby re-blocking the opening of the second slot 131 and locking the second insert 154 to prevent it from exiting the second slot 131.

[0066] In summary, the modular base 100 provided in this embodiment has multiple intermediate replacement sections 150, each of which is provided with a first insertion end 151 and a second insertion end 153. The first insertion end 151 is provided with a first insertion strip 152, and the second insertion end 153 is provided with a second insertion strip 154. The first insertion strip 152 is inserted into the first slot 111 provided on the first fixed end 110, and the second insertion strip 154 ​​is inserted into the second slot 131 provided on the second fixed end 130, thereby realizing the detachable connection between the intermediate replacement section 150 and the first fixed end 110 and the second fixed end 130.

[0067] In practical applications, based on the size of the air conditioner being used, the most suitable length among multiple intermediate replacement sections 150 is selected and connected to the first fixed end 110 and the second fixed end 130 to form a base adapted to the air conditioner. Therefore, the modular base 100 provided in this embodiment can adjust its own size by selecting intermediate replacement sections 150 of different sizes, thereby adapting to air conditioners of different sizes, having wider adaptability, and serving as a universal base, saving base development and production costs.

[0068] In addition, this embodiment also provides an air conditioner 200, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 9 , Figure 9 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of the air conditioner 200 provided in this embodiment.

[0069] The air conditioner 200 provided in this embodiment includes an evaporator 210, an evaporator left bracket 230 and a motor cover 250 respectively disposed at both ends of the evaporator 210, and the aforementioned modular base 100. The first fixed end 110 of the modular base 100 is connected to the evaporator left bracket 230, the second fixed end 130 is connected to the motor cover 250, and a length-adapted one selected from a plurality of intermediate replacement sections 150 is connected to the first fixed end 110 and the second fixed end 130 to form the base.

[0070] When the air conditioner 200 is scrapped, the first fixed end 110 and the second fixed end 130 of the modular base 100 can be disassembled and reused in other models and sizes of air conditioners 200. When reused, only one of the multiple intermediate replacement sections 150 with the appropriate length needs to be selected.

[0071] While the present invention has been disclosed above, it is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art can make various modifications and alterations without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention; therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention should be determined by the scope defined in the claims.

Claims

1. A modular base, characterized in that, It includes a first fixed end (110), a second fixed end (130) and a plurality of intermediate replacement sections (150). The first fixed end (110) and the second fixed end (130) are respectively used to connect to the main body of the air conditioner. The lengths of the plurality of intermediate replacement sections (150) are different from each other. One of the plurality of intermediate replacement sections (150) can be detachably connected to the first fixed end (110) and the second fixed end (130). The intermediate replacement section (150) is provided with a first plug-in end (151) and a second plug-in end (153) in the length direction. The first plug-in end (151) is plugged into the first fixed end (110), and the second plug-in end (153) is plugged into the second fixed end (130). One of the first plug-in end (151) and the first fixed end (110) is provided with a first slot (111), and the other one is provided with a first insert (152), which is inserted into the first slot (111); A first spring buckle (113) is provided at the opening of the first slot (111). The first spring buckle (113) covers the opening of the first slot (111). The first spring buckle (113) can deform under the action of external force to release the obstruction of the opening of the first slot (111). One of the second plug-in end (153) and the second fixed end (130) is provided with a second slot (131), and the other one is provided with a second insert (154), which is inserted into the second slot (131).

2. The modular base according to claim 1, characterized in that, A first clearance gap (112) is provided on the side wall of the first slot (111). One end of the first clearance gap (112) is opened in the slot of the first slot (111), and the other end of the first clearance gap (112) extends along the extension direction of the first slot (111).

3. The modular base according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first snap fastener (113) includes a first connecting end (1131) and a first movable end (1132). The first connecting end (1131) is connected to the first fixed end (110). The first movable end (1132) extends from the first connecting end (1131) along the extension direction of the first slot (111). The first movable end (1132) is provided with a first guide slide protrusion (1133). The first guide slide protrusion (1133) protrudes from the groove wall of the first slot (111) to cover the groove opening of the first slot (111).

4. The modular base according to claim 1, characterized in that, A second clearance gap (132) is provided on the side wall of the second slot (131). One end of the second clearance gap (132) is opened in the slot of the second slot (131), and the other end of the second clearance gap (132) extends along the extension direction of the second slot (131).

5. The modular base according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second slot (131) is provided with a second spring buckle (133) at the opening of the slot. The second spring buckle (133) covers the opening of the second slot (131). The second spring buckle (133) can deform under the action of external force to release the obstruction of the opening of the second slot (131).

6. The modular base according to claim 5, characterized in that, The second snap fastener (133) includes a second connecting end (1331) and a second movable end (1332). The second connecting end (1331) is connected to the second fixed end (130). The second movable end (1332) extends from the second connecting end (1331) along the extension direction of the second slot (131). The second movable end (1332) is provided with a second guide protrusion (1333). The second guide protrusion (1333) protrudes from the groove wall of the second slot (131) to cover the groove opening of the second slot (131).

7. An air conditioner, characterized in that, Includes the modular base (100) as described in any one of claims 1-6.

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