Air conditioner cabinet

By combining an air conditioner unit with a fish tank, and utilizing the air circulation of the air conditioner for aeration and gas treatment in the fish tank, the problem of the independent functions of the air conditioner unit and the fish tank is solved, thus enhancing the multifunctionality and aesthetics of the air conditioner unit.

CN116182287BActive Publication Date: 2026-04-21NINGBO AUX ELECTRIC CO LTD +1
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
NINGBO AUX ELECTRIC CO LTD
Filing Date
2023-02-06
Publication Date
2026-04-21

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Technical Problem

The existing air conditioning unit and fish tank are set up separately, with limited functions. The fish tank is only for ornamental purposes, and the functions of air conditioning and fish tank are not effectively combined, resulting in a lack of multifunctionality.

Method used

By combining an air conditioner unit with a fish tank, the aquarium is ventilated through an air pump, ventilation pipe, and fixed pipe. The aquarium is ventilated using the air circulation of the air conditioner, and the gas is treated in odor absorption and disinfection boxes. Combined with a water tank, automatic water replenishment and humidification are achieved.

Benefits of technology

The multi-functionality of the air conditioning unit has been improved, enabling the aquarium to exchange air, disinfect and deodorize, and replenish water, thereby improving air quality and performance, simplifying the structure and saving space.

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Abstract

This application discloses an air conditioner cabinet unit, including a cabinet, a fish tank, a composite panel, a compressor, a condenser, an air outlet grille, an air inlet grille, a control panel, an odor absorption box, an opening, a disinfection box, a connector, a baffle, an ultraviolet germicidal lamp, an air outlet pipe, an air pump, a connecting pipe, a ventilation pipe, a fixing pipe, a regulating valve, a partition, a water tank, an overflow pipe, a level gauge, a connecting rod, a float, a top block, an atomizer, an atomizing tube, a control switch, a water supply pipe, a control valve, an air filter, and a fan. This application combines an air conditioner cabinet unit with a fish tank, enhancing the multifunctionality and aesthetics of the unit while providing ventilation by utilizing the air circulation from the air conditioner to ventilate the fish tank.
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Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of air conditioner cabinet application technology, and in particular to an air conditioner cabinet. Background Technology

[0002] A cabinet air conditioner refers to a cabinet-style air conditioning unit, also known as an indoor cabinet air conditioner. It is a type of split-type air conditioner, commonly used in homes and small offices. Cabinet air conditioners have advantages such as high power and strong airflow. Currently, household cabinet air conditioners are relatively large and are usually only used for cooling and heating. To enhance their quality of life, more and more families are purchasing fish tanks and keeping fish of their own preferences. However, in current technology, the fish tank and the cabinet air conditioner are set up independently. Even though there are a few cabinet air conditioners on the market that include aquariums—that is, air conditioners with pre-designed space for placing aquariums or spaces with aquarium functions—the current setup simply places the aquarium within the air conditioner. The aquarium is purely decorative, while the air conditioner is only used to regulate indoor temperature and humidity. This merely adds visual appeal to the air conditioner, but in reality, the functions of the aquarium and the air conditioner are independent, and their functionality remains relatively limited. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This embodiment provides an air conditioner cabinet unit to solve the problem of limited functionality in existing air conditioner cabinet units.

[0004] According to one aspect of this application, an air conditioning unit is provided, including a cabinet, a partition fixedly installed inside the cabinet, a fitting plate fixedly installed inside the cabinet, a fish tank fixedly installed inside the fitting plate, an odor absorption box provided on the top of the fitting plate, the odor absorption box being fitted and inserted into the surface of the cabinet, the odor absorption box being filled with activated carbon particles, an air pump, a disinfection box and a water tank being fixedly installed on the top of the fitting plate respectively, the air inlet of the air pump being fixedly connected and connected to a connecting pipe, the air inlet of the connecting pipe extending downward to the air inlet of the cabinet, the air outlet of the air pump being fixedly connected and connected to a ventilation pipe and a fixed pipe respectively, the ventilation pipe passing through the fitting plate and extending into the fish tank, the fixed pipe passing through the partition, and the air outlet of the fixed pipe being located above the partition, both the fixed pipe and the ventilation pipe being provided with regulating valves.

[0005] Furthermore, a compressor and a condenser are fixedly installed at the bottom of the cabinet, an air outlet grille is provided at the top of the cabinet, a control panel is provided between the air outlet grille and the fish tank, an odor absorption box is located between the air outlet grille and the fish tank, and air inlet grilles are provided at the bottom of both sides of the cabinet.

[0006] Furthermore, the connecting pipe is located on one side of the fish tank, the bottom end of the connecting pipe extends to one side of the condenser, and the air inlet grille is located on both sides of the condenser.

[0007] Furthermore, both the fish tank and the odor absorption box have interconnected openings, and a disinfection box is provided on one side of the odor absorption box. The top of the disinfection box is connected to the odor absorption box via a connector.

[0008] Furthermore, several baffles and ultraviolet germicidal lamps are fixedly connected inside the disinfection box. The baffles are staggered on the upper and lower sides of the disinfection box. A connector is fixedly connected to one side of the disinfection box, and the connector is attached to one side of the odor adsorption box. An air outlet pipe is fixedly connected to the other side of the disinfection box, and the air outlet pipe is connected through the partition.

[0009] Furthermore, the ventilation pipe extends to the bottom of the fish tank, the top of the fixed pipe is connected through the partition, the top of the partition is equipped with an air filter and a fan, and the air filter and fan are fixedly installed to the top of the cabinet.

[0010] Furthermore, one side of the cabinet is fixedly connected to a water supply pipe, the water supply pipe extends to the top of the water tank, the bottom of the water tank is fixedly connected to a level gauge, and a control valve is fixedly connected to the end of the water supply pipe, and the control valve is electrically connected to a control switch and a level gauge respectively.

[0011] Furthermore, an atomizer is fitted inside the partition, the bottom of the atomizer is fixedly connected to the atomizing tube, the atomizing tube extends to the bottom of the water tank, and the atomizer is correspondingly positioned below the filter element, while the filter element is correspondingly positioned on one side of the fan.

[0012] Furthermore, an overflow pipe is fixedly connected to the bottom of the water tank, and the inside of the overflow pipe is movably connected to a connecting rod. The two ends of the connecting rod are fixedly connected to a float and a top block, respectively. A control switch is fixedly connected to the bottom of the partition, and the control switch is correspondingly located above the top block.

[0013] Furthermore, the overflow pipe is located below the water supply pipe, the top of the connecting rod is inserted through the water tank, and the top block of the connecting rod is located between the partition and the water tank.

[0014] In the embodiments described above, when the air pump is working, the regulating valve on the ventilation pipe is opened. Part of the air supplied to the air pump via the connecting pipe enters the fish tank through the ventilation pipe. The regulating valve controls the gas flow rate of the fixed pipe and the ventilation pipe to regulate the pressure of the ventilation pipe. The air is then discharged through the fish tank to the odor absorption box before being discharged. This allows some oxygen in the air to remain inside the fish tank, achieving ventilation. Therefore, in this embodiment, combining an air conditioner unit with a fish tank enhances the multifunctionality of the air conditioner unit, improves its aesthetic appeal, and provides ventilation. The air is ventilated by the air conditioning unit, and the discharged air is disinfected and deodorized, preventing the release of fishy odors and bacteria from the fish tank. This effectively improves the air quality of the air conditioner unit, fully utilizes the air output of the air conditioner, simplifies the structure and components of additional ventilation components for the fish tank, reduces costs, and saves space. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of one embodiment of the present application;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a side view schematic diagram of one embodiment of this application;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a front view schematic diagram of one embodiment of this application;

[0019] Figure 4 This is one embodiment of the present application. Figure 3 Enlarged view of a portion of point A in the middle;

[0020] Figure 5 This is a top view schematic diagram of one embodiment of this application;

[0021] Figure 6 This is an external front view schematic diagram of one embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 7 This is a front view of the disinfection box according to one embodiment of this application;

[0023] Figure 8 This is a top view of the compressor according to one embodiment of this application.

[0024] In the diagram: 1. Cabinet, 2. Fish tank, 3. Laminated panel, 4. Compressor, 5. Condenser, 6. Air outlet grille, 7. Air inlet grille, 8. Control panel, 9. Odor absorption box, 10. Opening, 11. Disinfection box, 12. Connector, 13. Baffle, 14. Ultraviolet germicidal lamp, 15. Air outlet pipe, 16. Air pump, 17. Connecting pipe, 18. Ventilation pipe, 19. Fixing pipe, 20. Regulating valve, 21. Partition, 22. Water tank, 23. Overflow pipe, 24. Level gauge, 25. Connecting rod, 26. Float, 27. Top block, 28. Atomizer, 29. Atomizing tube, 30. Control switch, 31. Water supply pipe, 32. Control valve, 33. Air filter, 34. Fan. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort should fall within the scope of protection of the present application.

[0026] It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," etc., in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate for the embodiments of this application described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion; for example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that comprises a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units not explicitly listed or inherent to such processes, methods, products, or apparatus.

[0027] In this application, the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "front," "rear," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "middle," "vertical," "horizontal," "lateral," and "longitudinal" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are primarily for the purpose of better describing this application and its embodiments, and are not intended to limit the indicated device, element, or component to having a specific orientation, or to be constructed and operated in a specific orientation.

[0028] Furthermore, in addition to indicating location or positional relationship, some of the aforementioned terms may also have other meanings. For example, the term "above" may also be used in some cases to indicate a certain dependency or connection relationship. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0029] Furthermore, the terms "installation," "setup," "equipped with," "connection," "linking," and "socketing" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral structure; 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, or an internal connection between two devices, components, or parts. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0030] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. This application will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0031] Please see Figure 1-8 As shown in the figure, this application provides an air conditioner cabinet unit, including a cabinet 1. A partition 21 is fixedly installed inside the cabinet 1. A fitting plate 3 is fixedly installed inside the cabinet 1. A fish tank 2 is fixedly installed inside the fitting plate 3. An odor absorption box 9 is provided on the top of the fitting plate 3. The odor absorption box 9 is fitted and inserted into the surface of the cabinet 1. The odor absorption box 9 is filled with activated carbon particles. An air pump 16, a disinfection box 11, and a water tank 22 are fixedly installed on the top of the fitting plate 3. The air inlet end of the air pump 16 is fixedly connected to... It is connected to the connecting pipe (17), the air inlet of the connecting pipe (17) extends downward to the air inlet of the cabinet (1), the air outlet of the air pump (16) is fixed and connected to the ventilation pipe 18 and the fixed pipe 19 respectively, the ventilation pipe 18 passes through the interlocking plate (3) and extends into the fish tank (2), the fixed pipe (19) passes through the partition (21), and the air outlet of the fixed pipe (19) is located above the partition (21). Both the fixed pipe 19 and the ventilation pipe 18 are equipped with regulating valves 20.

[0032] In this embodiment of the application, a compressor 4 and a condenser 5 are fixedly installed at the bottom of the cabinet 1, an air outlet grille 6 is provided at the top of the cabinet 1, a control panel 8 and an odor absorption box 9 are provided between the air outlet grille 6 and the fish tank 2, and air inlet grilles 7 are provided at the bottom of both sides of the cabinet 1.

[0033] In this embodiment, the connecting pipe 17 is located on one side of the fish tank 2, and the bottom end of the connecting pipe 17 extends to one side of the condenser 5. The air inlet grille 7 is located on both sides of the condenser 5.

[0034] In this embodiment of the application, both the fish tank 2 and the odor absorption box 9 have interconnected openings 10. The odor absorption box 9 has a disinfection box 11 on one side, and the top of the disinfection box 11 is connected to the odor absorption box 9 through a connector 12.

[0035] In this embodiment of the application, a plurality of baffles 13 and ultraviolet germicidal lamps 14 are fixedly connected inside the disinfection box 11. The baffles 13 are staggered on the upper and lower sides of the disinfection box 11. A connector 12 is fixedly connected to one side of the disinfection box 11. The connector 12 is attached to one side of the odor adsorption box 9. An air outlet pipe 15 is fixedly connected to the other side of the disinfection box 11. The air outlet pipe 15 is connected through the partition 21.

[0036] In this embodiment, the ventilation pipe 18 extends to the bottom of the fish tank 2, the top of the fixed pipe 19 is connected through the partition 21, the top of the partition 21 is provided with an air filter 33 and a fan 34, and both the air filter 33 and the fan 34 are fixedly installed on the top of the cabinet 1.

[0037] In this embodiment of the application, one side of the cabinet 1 is fixedly connected to the water supply pipe 31, the water supply pipe 31 extends to the top of the water tank 22, the bottom of the water tank 22 is fixedly connected to the level gauge 24, and the end of the water supply pipe 31 is fixedly connected to the control valve 32, and the control valve 32 is electrically connected to the control switch 30 and the level gauge 24 respectively.

[0038] In this embodiment, an atomizer 28 is fitted inside the partition 21. The bottom of the atomizer 28 is fixedly connected to the atomizing tube 29. The atomizing tube 29 extends to the bottom of the water tank 22. The atomizer 28 is correspondingly positioned below the filter element, and the filter element is correspondingly positioned on one side of the fan 34.

[0039] In this embodiment, an overflow pipe 23 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the water tank 22. The overflow pipe 23 is movably connected to a connecting rod 25. The two ends of the connecting rod 25 are fixedly connected to a float 26 and a top block 27, respectively. A control switch 30 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the partition 21, and the control switch 30 is correspondingly positioned above the top block 27. The overflow pipe 23 is located below the water supply pipe 31. The overflow pipe 23 is movably connected to the connecting rod 25. The top of the connecting rod 25 is inserted through the water tank 22, and the top block 27 at the top of the connecting rod 25 is located between the partition 21 and the water tank 22.

[0040] The air conditioner unit provided in this embodiment integrates a fish tank, and the air exchange method for the fish tank includes the following steps:

[0041] S100, when the air conditioner cabinet unit is started, when the cabinet 1 is cooling or heating, the compressor 4 works to make the medium pass through the pipe of the condenser 5, the air pump 16 draws outside air through the air inlet grille 7 and passes through the condenser 5, and by starting the air pump 16, the cooled or heated air is transported from the connecting pipe 17 to the inside of the fixed pipe 19 and discharged. The fan 34 discharges the air through the air outlet grille 6, and the air filter 33 purifies the air.

[0042] S200, aquarium 2 is ventilated. When air pump 16 is working, the regulating valve 20 on the ventilation pipe 18 is opened. Part of the air delivered to air pump 16 by connecting pipe 17 enters the aquarium 2 through ventilation pipe 18. The gas flow rate of fixed pipe 19 and ventilation pipe 18 is controlled by regulating valve 20 to regulate the pressure of ventilation pipe 18. The air enters the odor adsorption box 9 after passing through aquarium 2 and is then discharged. This allows some oxygen in the air to remain in aquarium 2 to achieve ventilation.

[0043] S300, gas treatment: the gas discharged from the fish tank 2 enters the odor adsorption box 9 through the opening 10. The odor in the fish tank 2 is adsorbed by the activated carbon particles filled in the odor adsorption box 9. The gas then enters the disinfection box 11 through the connector 12. When the gas passes through the baffle 13, the ultraviolet germicidal lamp 14 sterilizes the gas. Finally, the gas is discharged through the exhaust pipe 15 and discharged through the exhaust grille 6 along with the fan 34. This achieves air exchange and gas treatment at the same time, ensuring air quality.

[0044] S400, when the water in fish tank 2 is consumed, water is replenished through water supply pipe 31. The water first enters the water tank 22, causing the water in the water tank 22 to overflow the overflow pipe 23 before entering the fish tank 2. When the water in fish tank 2 is full, the float ball 26 floats up and pushes the connecting rod 25 and the top block 27 to move, causing the top block 27 to contact the control switch 30, which connects the controller circuit of the control valve 32, thereby stopping the water replenishment and preventing water from overflowing. There is always water in the water tank 22. By starting the atomizer 28, the water in the water tank 22 is consumed through the atomizing pipe 29. The atomized air is discharged at the air outlet grille 6, which plays a role in air humidification. When the level gauge 24 detects that the water in the water tank 22 is insufficient, water is replenished by opening the control valve 32.

[0045] The advantages of the air conditioner unit provided in this application embodiment are:

[0046] 1. Combining an air conditioner unit with a fish tank can enhance the multi-functionality of the air conditioner unit, improve its aesthetic appeal, and provide ventilation by utilizing the air circulation of the air conditioner to ventilate the fish tank.

[0047] 2. While ventilating, it can also disinfect and deodorize the exhaust gas, preventing fishy smells and bacteria from being released from the fish tank;

[0048] 3. It can replenish the water in the fish tank. When replenishing water using the water tank, it can also humidify the air at the same time, which can improve the performance of the air conditioner cabinet unit. It is also simple and convenient to operate, and can realize automatic air exchange and water replenishment of the fish tank, thus improving the practicality and functionality of the air conditioner cabinet unit.

[0049] The circuits, electronic components, and modules involved are all existing technologies, which can be fully implemented by those skilled in the art, and need not be elaborated upon. The content protected by this application does not involve any improvement to the software and methods.

[0050] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A cabinet air conditioner, characterized in that: Includes a cabinet (1), inside which a partition (21) is fixedly installed, and inside which a fitting plate (3) is fixedly installed, and inside which a fish tank (2) is fixedly installed, and on the top of the fitting plate (3) is an odor adsorption box (9), which is fitted and inserted into the surface of the cabinet (1), and the odor adsorption box (9) is filled with activated carbon particles, and on the top of the fitting plate (3) are fixedly installed an air pump (16), a disinfection box (11) and a water tank (22), and the air inlet of the air pump (16) is... The air pump (16) is fixedly connected to and connected to the connecting pipe (17). The air inlet of the connecting pipe (17) extends downward to the air inlet of the cabinet (1). The air outlet of the air pump (16) is fixedly connected to and connected to the air exchange pipe (18) and the fixed pipe (19). The air exchange pipe (18) passes through the interlocking plate (3) and extends into the fish tank (2). The fixed pipe (19) passes through the partition (21). The air outlet of the fixed pipe (19) is located above the partition (21). Both the fixed pipe (19) and the air exchange pipe (18) are equipped with regulating valves (20). The bottom of the cabinet (1) is fixedly installed with a compressor (4) and a condenser (5); The connecting pipe (17) is located on one side of the fish tank (2), and the bottom end of the connecting pipe (17) extends to one side of the condenser (5).

2. The air conditioner unit according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper front area of ​​the cabinet (1) is provided with an air outlet grille (6), and a control panel (8) is provided between the air outlet grille (6) and the fish tank (2). An odor absorption box (9) is located between the air outlet grille (6) and the fish tank (2), and air inlet grilles (7) are provided at the bottom of both sides of the cabinet (1).

3. The air conditioner unit according to claim 2, characterized in that: The air intake grille (7) is located on both sides of the condenser (5).

4. The air conditioner unit according to claim 2, characterized in that: The fish tank (2) and the odor absorption box (9) are both provided with interconnected openings (10). The odor absorption box (9) is provided with a disinfection box (11) on one side. The top of the disinfection box (11) is connected to the odor absorption box (9) through a connector (12).

5. The air conditioner unit according to claim 4, characterized in that: The disinfection box (11) is fixedly connected to several baffles (13) and ultraviolet germicidal lamps (14). The baffles (13) are staggered on the upper and lower sides of the disinfection box (11). A connector (12) is fixedly connected to one side of the disinfection box (11). The connector (12) is attached to one side of the odor adsorption box (9). An air outlet pipe (15) is fixedly connected to the other side of the disinfection box (11). The air outlet pipe (15) is connected through the partition (21).

6. The air conditioner unit according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that: The ventilation pipe (18) extends to the bottom of the fish tank (2), and the top of the fixed pipe (19) is connected through the partition (21). The top of the partition (21) is provided with an air filter (33) and a fan (34). The air filter (33) and the fan (34) are both fixedly installed on the top of the cabinet (1).

7. The air conditioner unit according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that: The cabinet (1) is fixedly connected to a water supply pipe (31) on one side. The water supply pipe (31) extends to the top of the water tank (22). The bottom of the water tank (22) is fixedly connected to a level gauge (24). A control valve (32) is fixedly connected to the end of the water supply pipe (31). The control valve (32) is electrically connected to the control switch (30) and the level gauge (24) respectively.

8. The air conditioner unit according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that: An atomizer (28) is fitted inside the partition (21). The bottom of the atomizer (28) is fixedly connected to the atomizing tube (29). The atomizing tube (29) extends to the bottom of the water tank (22). The atomizer (28) is correspondingly positioned below the filter element. The filter element is correspondingly positioned on one side of the fan (34).

9. The air conditioner unit according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that: The bottom of the water tank (22) is fixedly connected to an overflow pipe (23), the inside of the overflow pipe (23) is movably connected to a connecting rod (25), the two ends of the connecting rod (25) are fixedly connected to a float (26) and a top block (27) respectively, and a control switch (30) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the partition (21), and the control switch (30) is correspondingly set above the top block (27).

10. The air conditioner unit according to claim 9, characterized in that: The overflow pipe (23) is located below the water supply pipe (31), the top of the connecting rod (25) is inserted through the water tank (22), and the top block (27) of the connecting rod (25) is located between the partition (21) and the water tank (22).

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