Air outlet assembly and air conditioner

Abstract

The application discloses an air outlet assembly and an air conditioner, and relates to the technical field of air conditioners. The air outlet assembly comprises an air outlet frame and a mounting box. The mounting box is mounted on the air outlet frame. A drainage channel is arranged on the side of the mounting box close to the air outlet frame. The drainage channel is used for draining the condensed water on the top surface of the mounting box. Compared with the prior art, the air outlet assembly provided by the application can quickly drain the condensed water, has a good drainage effect, avoids the blowing water phenomenon, and improves the user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of air conditioning technology, and in particular to an air outlet assembly and an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, during the process of air conditioner units regulating indoor temperature, condensation may occur at the air outlet of the air outlet frame due to temperature differences, especially at the crossbeam. Condensation tends to accumulate on its top surface, and if this condensation is not drained promptly, it can cause water seepage, affecting the user experience. Furthermore, if a housing for electrical components (such as sensors) is installed at the crossbeam, water may accumulate around the housing, posing a safety hazard. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The problem solved by this invention is how to quickly drain condensate, achieve good drainage, avoid water blowing, and improve user experience.

[0004] To solve the above problems, the technical solution of the present invention is implemented as follows:

[0005] In a first aspect, the present invention provides an air outlet assembly, including an air outlet frame and a mounting box. The mounting box is mounted on the air outlet frame, and a drainage channel is provided on the side of the mounting box near the air outlet frame for draining condensate from the top surface of the mounting box. Compared with the prior art, the air outlet assembly provided by the present invention, due to the use of a mounting box mounted on the air outlet frame and a drainage channel mounted on the mounting box, can quickly drain condensate, resulting in good drainage performance, avoiding water blowing, and improving the user experience.

[0006] Furthermore, a water collection trough is provided on the top surface of the mounting box, which is connected to a drainage channel. The water collection trough is used to collect condensate on the mounting box and guide it into the drainage channel. The water collection trough can guide the condensate flow, ensuring that the condensate can only flow to the drainage channel through the water collection trough, thereby enhancing the drainage effect.

[0007] Furthermore, the water collection tank includes a first tank section and a second tank section connected to each other. The bottom wall of the first tank section is higher than the bottom wall of the second tank section, and the second tank section is connected to the drainage ditch. This design allows for the diversion of condensate when the water volume is large, preventing condensate from overflowing from the water collection tank. It also slows down the flow rate of the condensate, ensuring that it flows gently into the drainage ditch and preventing splashing.

[0008] Furthermore, the top surface of the mounting box is equipped with water-blocking ribs and limiting strips, which are positioned opposite each other on both sides of the mounting box. The limiting strips are used to limit the vertical air guide blades. The water-blocking ribs are connected to the limiting strips and together form a guide channel with a notch. The guide channel is connected to the water collection tank through the notch. The water-blocking ribs and limiting strips work together to ensure that condensate on the top surface of the mounting box can only flow into the water collection tank through the notch, preventing condensate from flowing outwards.

[0009] Furthermore, the top surface of the mounting box is also equipped with windbreak ribs, the height of which is greater than the height of the water-blocking ribs. A drainage channel is formed between the windbreak ribs and the water-blocking ribs, and the drainage channel is connected to the water collection tank. After the condensate collects, it flows to the drainage channel under the action of gravity, and the drainage channel is used to guide this part of the condensate to the water collection tank.

[0010] Furthermore, the drainage ditch includes a first ditch section and a second ditch section that are connected to each other. The first ditch section extends vertically and is set at a predetermined angle to the second ditch section. Condensate in the second ditch section can flow downward along the first ditch section under the action of gravity, enter the second ditch section, and then be discharged from the second ditch section.

[0011] Furthermore, the preset angle ranges from 90 degrees to 110 degrees. A reasonable preset angle can reduce the flow rate of condensate while ensuring the drainage effect, thus preventing condensate splashing.

[0012] Furthermore, the air outlet frame is equipped with a crossbeam, and the mounting box is fitted snugly against the crossbeam. The mounting box and the crossbeam together form a clearance cavity. The crossbeam has a drain hole communicating with the clearance cavity. A drain channel is located within the clearance cavity, and the position of the drain channel corresponds to the position of the drain hole. The drain hole is used to drain the condensate in the drain channel and also to allow condensate flowing into the clearance cavity through the gap between the mounting box and the crossbeam to flow out. This achieves the diversion of condensate and prevents condensate from accumulating.

[0013] Furthermore, the crossbeam frame includes a top plate, a connecting plate, and a bottom plate. The top plate is connected to the bottom plate via the connecting plate. Both the top and bottom plates are fitted snugly against the mounting box. Drainage holes are located at the connection between the bottom plate and the connecting plate to facilitate the drainage of condensate.

[0014] Furthermore, the base plate is provided with a water guide groove, into which a drainage channel extends, and the water guide groove is connected to the drainage hole. The water guide groove is used to collect condensate in the clearance cavity and guide the condensate into the drainage hole.

[0015] Furthermore, the air outlet frame has a front and a back side, with a drain hole connecting the front and back sides. The back side is used to guide the condensate flowing out of the drain hole, allowing the condensate to flow downwards along the back side. This achieves the guidance of condensate, preventing condensate accumulation, and the flow of condensate on the back side is not visible to the user, improving the user experience.

[0016] Furthermore, a water inlet is provided on the back side, located below the drain hole. The water inlet is used to collect condensate flowing downwards along the back side and guide the condensate into the drip tray, thereby achieving the function of draining condensate.

[0017] Secondly, the present invention provides an air conditioner including the aforementioned air outlet assembly. The air outlet assembly includes an air outlet frame and a mounting box, the mounting box being mounted on the air outlet frame. A drainage channel is provided on the side of the mounting box near the air outlet frame, the drainage channel being used to drain condensate from the top surface of the mounting box. The air conditioner can quickly drain condensate, resulting in good drainage performance, avoiding water seepage, and improving the user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the air outlet assembly described in the first embodiment of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of a section of section II;

[0020] Figure 3 This is an axonometric view of the mounting box in the air outlet assembly according to the first embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a top view of the mounting box in the air outlet assembly according to the first embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the air outlet frame in the air outlet assembly according to the first embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 A magnified view of a section of VI;

[0024] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the air outlet assembly described in the first embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 8 yes Figure 7 A magnified view of a section of VIII.

[0026] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0027] 100 - Air outlet assembly; 110 - Air outlet frame; 111 - Air outlet; 112 - Crossbeam; 113 - Drain hole; 114 - Top plate; 115 - Connecting plate; 116 - Bottom plate; 117 - Water guide channel; 118 - Front; 119 - Back; 1191 - Water inlet; 120 - Mounting box; 121 - Drainage channel; 1211 - First channel section; 1212 - Second channel section; 122 - Water collection trough; 1221 - First channel section; 1222 - Second channel section; 123 - Water baffle; 124 - Limiting strip; 125 - Wind baffle; 126 - Flow guide channel; 1261 - Notch; 127 - Drainage channel; 130 - Clearance cavity; 200 - Vertical air guide blade. Detailed Implementation

[0028] 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.

[0029] First Embodiment

[0030] Please refer to the reference. Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 This invention provides an air outlet assembly 100 for achieving air outlet function. It can quickly discharge condensate, providing good drainage, avoiding water blowing, and improving user experience.

[0031] It should be noted that the air outlet assembly 100 is used in air conditioning cabinet units. The air conditioning cabinet unit is placed on the ground and can blow out hot or cold air to achieve the function of heating or cooling. The air outlet assembly 100 is used to realize the air outlet function of the air conditioning cabinet unit and improve the air outlet effect.

[0032] The air outlet assembly 100 includes an air outlet frame 110 and a mounting box 120. The air outlet frame 110 has an air outlet 111 through which airflow is blown outwards to achieve heating or cooling functions. The mounting box 120 is mounted on the air outlet frame 110 and positioned outside the air outlet 111. The mounting box 120 is used to install sensors to detect indoor temperature or humidity. A drainage channel 121 is provided on the side of the mounting box 120 near the air outlet frame 110. The drainage channel 121 is used to drain condensate from the top surface of the mounting box 120, achieving rapid drainage, good drainage effect, avoiding water blowing, and improving user experience.

[0033] Specifically, when the air conditioner unit regulates the indoor temperature, the airflow passes through the air outlet 111 and blows into the room. During this process, due to the uneven temperature between the inside and outside, condensation will be generated on the top surface of the mounting box 120. This condensation can flow into the drain ditch 121 along the top surface of the mounting box 120 to achieve the function of draining condensation.

[0034] In this embodiment, a water collection trough 122 is provided on the top surface of the mounting box 120. The water collection trough 122 is connected to the drainage channel 121. The water collection trough 122 is used to collect condensate on the mounting box 120 and guide the condensate into the drainage channel 121. The water collection trough 122 can guide the condensate to ensure that the condensate can only flow to the drainage channel 121 through the water collection trough 122, thereby enhancing the drainage effect.

[0035] The water collection tank 122 includes a first tank section 1221 and a second tank section 1222 connected to each other. The bottom wall of the first tank section 1221 is higher than the bottom wall of the second tank section 1222. The second tank section 1222 is connected to the drainage channel 121. Condensate on the top surface of the mounting box 120 can flow into the first tank section 1221 or the second tank section 1222. Condensate in the first tank section 1221 can flow into the second tank section 1222, and condensate in the second tank section 1222 can flow into the drainage channel 121. Specifically, a height difference is formed between the first tank section 1221 and the second tank section 1222 to divert condensate when the water volume is large, preventing condensate from overflowing from the water collection tank 122. It also slows down the flow rate of the condensate, ensuring that the condensate flows slowly into the drainage channel 121 and avoiding splashing.

[0036] It is worth noting that the top surface of the mounting box 120 is provided with a water-blocking rib 123, a limiting strip 124, and a wind-blocking rib 125. The water-blocking rib 123 and the limiting strip 124 are positioned opposite each other on both sides of the mounting box 120, while the wind-blocking rib 125 is spaced apart from the water-blocking rib 123. The water-blocking rib 123 is used to block condensate to prevent water blowing. The limiting strip 124 is used to limit the vertical guide vane 200 to ensure its stability and reliability during rotation. The water-blocking rib 123 and the limiting strip 124 are connected and together form a guide groove 126 with a notch 1261. The guide groove 126 is connected to the water collection tank 122 through the notch 1261. The water-blocking rib 123 and the limiting strip 124 work together to ensure that condensate on the top surface of the mounting box 120 can only flow to the water collection tank 122 through the notch 1261, preventing condensate from flowing outward.

[0037] In this embodiment, the height of the wind deflector 125 is greater than the height of the water deflector 123. The wind deflector 125 is used to block part of the airflow blowing out from the air outlet 111 to prevent this part of the airflow from blowing onto the water deflector 123. This avoids a large temperature difference between the inner and outer sides of the water deflector 123 (the side of the water deflector 123 closer to the wind deflector 125 and the side of the water deflector 123 farther from the wind deflector 125), thereby preventing condensation from forming on the outer side of the water deflector 123, i.e., preventing condensation from forming on the outer side of the air conditioner unit, thus improving the user experience.

[0038] Furthermore, a drainage channel 127 is formed between the wind baffle 125 and the water baffle 123, and the drainage channel 127 is connected to the water collection tank 122. Because the wind baffle 125 blocks part of the airflow, the temperature difference between the inner and outer sides of the wind baffle 125 is relatively large. That is, the temperature difference between the side of the wind baffle 125 near the air outlet 111 and the side of the wind baffle 125 near the water baffle 123 is relatively large. As a result, under the blowing action of the airflow, condensation will be generated on the side of the wind baffle 125 near the water baffle 123. When the amount of condensation is large, the condensation will accumulate and flow to the drainage channel 127 under the action of gravity. The drainage channel 127 is used to guide this part of the condensation to the water collection tank 122.

[0039] The drainage ditch 121 includes a first ditch section 1211 and a second ditch section 1212 that are connected to each other. The first ditch section 1211 extends vertically and is set at a predetermined angle to the second ditch section 1212. The first ditch section 1211 is connected to the second trough section 1222 of the water collection tank 122. Condensate in the second trough section 1222 can flow downward along the first ditch section 1211 under the action of gravity, enter the second ditch section 1212, and then be discharged from the second ditch section 1212.

[0040] It should be noted that the preset angle ranges from 90 degrees to 110 degrees. A reasonable preset angle can slow down the flow rate of condensate while ensuring the drainage effect, thus preventing condensate splashing. In this embodiment, the preset angle is 100 degrees, but it is not limited to this. In other embodiments, the preset angle can be 90 degrees or 110 degrees, and the size of the preset angle is not specifically limited.

[0041] Please refer to the reference. Figure 5 , Figure 6 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 It is worth noting that the air outlet frame 110 is provided with a crossbeam 112, and the mounting box 120 is fitted to the crossbeam 112. The mounting box 120 and the crossbeam 112 work together to install the vertical guide vane 200 and limit the vertical guide vane 200. The mounting box 120 and the crossbeam 112 together form a clearance cavity 130. The crossbeam 112 has a drain hole 113 that communicates with the clearance cavity 130. The drain channel 121 is provided in the clearance cavity 130, and the position of the drain channel 121 corresponds to the position of the drain hole 113. The drain hole 113 is used to drain the condensate in the drain channel 121. The drain hole 113 is also used to allow the condensate that flows into the clearance cavity 130 through the gap between the mounting box 120 and the crossbeam 112 to flow out. Specifically, the condensate flowing out of the drainage ditch 121 and the condensate flowing into the clearance cavity 130 from the gap between the mounting box 120 and the crossbeam frame 112 can both flow out through the drainage hole 113 to guide the condensate and prevent the condensate from accumulating.

[0042] In this embodiment, there are two crossbeams 112 and two mounting boxes 120. The two crossbeams 112 are arranged in parallel and spaced apart inside the air outlet frame 110. The two mounting boxes 120 are installed on the air outlet frame 110, and each mounting box 120 is fitted with one crossbeam 112.

[0043] The crossbeam frame 112 includes a top plate 114, a connecting plate 115, and a bottom plate 116. The top plate 114 is connected to the bottom plate 116 via the connecting plate 115. In this embodiment, the top plate 114, connecting plate 115, and bottom plate 116 are integrally formed to improve the connection strength. Both the top plate 114 and the bottom plate 116 are fitted into the mounting box 120 to facilitate the assembly of the mounting box 120. A drain hole 113 is provided at the connection between the bottom plate 116 and the connecting plate 115 to facilitate the drainage of condensate.

[0044] In this embodiment, when the mounting box 120 is installed on the air outlet frame 110, the drainage channel 121 is set in the clearance cavity 130. The condensate on the top surface of the mounting box 120 can flow into the drainage channel 121 through the water collection tank 122, and then be discharged outward through the drain hole 113. Some of the condensate flows into the clearance cavity 130 from the gap between the top plate 114 and the mounting box 120, and this part of the condensate can be discharged outward directly through the drain hole 113.

[0045] In this embodiment, the base plate 116 is provided with a water guide groove 117, and the drainage channel 121 extends into the water guide groove 117. The water guide groove 117 is connected to the drainage hole 113. The water guide groove 117 is used to collect condensate in the clearance cavity 130 and guide the condensate into the drainage hole 113. The water guide groove 117 can guide the condensate to ensure that the condensate can only flow to the drainage hole 113 through the water guide groove 117, thereby enhancing the drainage effect.

[0046] It is worth noting that the air outlet frame 110 has a front 118 and a back 119 arranged opposite each other. The airflow can blow out of the air outlet 111 from the back 119 towards the front 118. That is, the front 118 faces the user, and the back 119 faces away from the user. The user may be able to observe the front 118 of the air outlet frame 110. Specifically, the crossbeam 112 is arranged on the front 118, and the drain hole 113 connects the front 118 and the back 119. The back 119 is used to guide the condensate flowing out through the drain hole 113, so that the condensate flows downward along the back 119, thereby guiding the condensate and preventing the accumulation of condensate. Moreover, the flow of condensate on the back 119 will not be observed by the user, improving the user experience.

[0047] In this embodiment, a water inlet 1191 is protruding from the back surface 119. The water inlet 1191 is located below the drain hole 113. The water inlet 1191 is used to collect condensate flowing downward along the back surface 119 and guide the condensate into the drip tray to achieve the function of draining condensate. Specifically, during the drainage process, the condensate on the top surface of the mounting box 120 flows into the clearance cavity 130 through the drain channel 121, and flows to the back surface 119 through the drain hole 113. Under the action of gravity, it flows downward along the back surface 119 until it reaches the water inlet 1191. The water inlet 1191 can guide the condensate to the drip tray to complete the drainage operation.

[0048] The air outlet assembly 100 of this embodiment of the invention has a mounting box 120 installed on an air outlet frame 110. A drainage channel 121 is provided on the side of the mounting box 120 near the air outlet frame 110, for draining condensate from the top surface of the mounting box 120. Compared with the prior art, the air outlet assembly 100 provided by this invention, due to the use of the mounting box 120 installed on the air outlet frame 110 and the drainage channel 121 installed on the mounting box 120, can quickly drain condensate, resulting in good drainage performance, avoiding water blowing, and improving the user experience.

[0049] Second Embodiment

[0050] This invention provides an air conditioner (not shown) for regulating indoor temperature. The air conditioner includes an air outlet assembly 100, a fan (not shown), and a heat exchanger (not shown). The basic structure, principle, and technical effects of the air outlet assembly 100 are the same as in the first embodiment. For brevity, any parts not mentioned in this embodiment can be referred to the corresponding content in the first embodiment.

[0051] In this embodiment, the air conditioner is a cabinet air conditioner. The fan is used to generate negative pressure to drive air flow and form an airflow. The heat exchanger is used to exchange heat with the airflow so that the airflow can be heated or cooled. The airflow passes through the air outlet 111 of the air outlet frame 110 under the action of the fan and is blown into the room to achieve the function of regulating the indoor temperature.

[0052] The beneficial effects of the air conditioner described in this embodiment are the same as those of the first embodiment, and will not be repeated here.

[0053] 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. An air outlet assembly, comprising: The air outlet frame (110) and the mounting box (120) are arranged, the mounting box (120) is arranged on the air outlet frame (110), and the mounting box (120) is provided with a drainage channel (121) near one side of the air outlet frame (110), and the drainage channel (121) is used for draining the condensed water on the top surface of the mounting box (120); The top surface of the mounting box (120) is provided with a water collecting groove (122), the water collecting groove (122) is communicated with the drainage channel (121), and the water collecting groove (122) is used for collecting the condensed water on the mounting box (120) and guiding the condensed water into the drainage channel (121); The air outlet frame (110) is provided with a cross beam frame (112), the mounting box (120) is arranged in close contact with the cross beam frame (112), the mounting box (120) and the cross beam frame (112) jointly form a gap cavity (130), the cross beam frame (112) is provided with a drainage hole (113) communicated with the gap cavity (130), the drainage channel (121) is arranged in the gap cavity (130), the position of the drainage channel (121) corresponds to the position of the drainage hole (113), the drainage hole (113) is used for draining the condensed water in the drainage channel (121), and the drainage hole (113) is also used for guiding the condensed water flowing into the gap cavity (130) through the gap between the mounting box (120) and the cross beam frame (112) to flow out.

2. The air outlet assembly of claim 1, wherein, The water collecting groove (122) comprises a first groove section (1221) and a second groove section (1222) connected with each other, the bottom wall of the first groove section (1221) is higher than that of the second groove section (1222), and the second groove section (1222) is communicated with the drainage channel (121).

3. The air outlet assembly of claim 1, wherein, The top surface of the mounting box (120) is provided with a water retaining rib (123) and a limiting strip (124), the water retaining rib (123) and the limiting strip (124) are arranged on the two sides of the mounting box (120) in opposition, the limiting strip (124) is used for limiting the vertical air guide blade (200), the water retaining rib (123) is connected with the limiting strip (124) and jointly forms a flow guide groove (126) with a gap (1261), and the flow guide groove (126) is communicated with the water collecting groove (122) through the gap (1261).

4. The air outlet assembly of claim 3, wherein, The top surface of the mounting box (120) is further provided with a wind retaining rib (125), the height of the wind retaining rib (125) is greater than that of the water retaining rib (123), a drainage flow channel (127) is formed between the wind retaining rib (125) and the water retaining rib (123), and the drainage flow channel (127) is communicated with the water collecting groove (122).

5. The air outlet assembly of claim 1, wherein, The drainage channel (121) comprises a first channel section (1211) and a second channel section (1212) connected with each other, the first channel section (1211) is arranged in the vertical direction, and the first channel section (1211) is arranged at a preset angle with the second channel section (1212).

6. The air outlet assembly of claim 5, wherein, The preset angle ranges from 90 degrees to 110 degrees.

7. The air outlet assembly of claim 1, wherein, The cross beam frame (112) comprises a top plate (114), a connecting plate (115) and a bottom plate (116), the top plate (114) is connected with the bottom plate (116) through the connecting plate (115), the top plate (114) and the bottom plate (116) are both arranged in close contact with the mounting box (120), and the drain hole (113) is arranged at the connecting position of the bottom plate (116) and the connecting plate (115).

8. The air outlet assembly of claim 7, wherein, The bottom plate (116) is provided with a water guide groove (117), the drain channel (121) is arranged in the water guide groove (117), and the water guide groove (117) is communicated with the drain hole (113).

9. The air outlet assembly of claim 1, wherein, The air outlet frame (110) is oppositely provided with a front face (118) and a back face (119), the drain hole (113) is communicated between the front face (118) and the back face (119), and the back face (119) is used for guiding the condensed water flowing out through the drain hole (113) to flow downward along the back face (119).

10. The air outlet assembly of claim 9, wherein, The back face (119) is provided with a water receiving nozzle (1191), the water receiving nozzle (1191) is located below the drain hole (113), and the water receiving nozzle (1191) is used for collecting the condensed water flowing downward along the back face (119) and guiding the condensed water into a water receiving tray.

11. An air conditioner characterized by comprising: The air outlet assembly comprises the air outlet assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 10. The air outlet assembly comprises the air outlet assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 10.

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