Support assembly for air conditioner outdoor unit and air conditioner outdoor unit

Abstract

The application relates to the air conditioner technical field, and discloses a support assembly for an air conditioner outdoor unit, which comprises a mounting bracket and a connecting piece. The mounting bracket is arranged vertically on the bottom plate of the air conditioner outdoor unit, and one end of the mounting bracket is connected to the bottom plate of the air conditioner outdoor unit. The connecting piece is connected to the other end of the mounting bracket, and the second end of the connecting piece is connected to an electric control box. The first end of the connecting piece is provided with a support part with an inclined folding edge, and the inclined folding edge of the support part can strengthen the strength of the connecting piece. The connecting piece and the mounting bracket can jointly support the electric control box. The support part with the inclined folding edge arranged on the connecting piece can improve the structural strength of the connecting piece and the support stability of the support assembly for the air conditioner outdoor unit. The application further discloses an air conditioner outdoor unit.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of air conditioning technology, for example to a support assembly for an outdoor air conditioning unit and an outdoor air conditioning unit. Background Technology

[0002] An air conditioner, or air conditioner, is a device that uses artificial means to regulate and control parameters such as temperature, humidity, and airflow within a building or structure. An air conditioner consists of four parts: a refrigeration system, an air duct system, an electrical system, and a casing and control panel. Currently, most air conditioners on the market have a designated space for installing electrical control components. This space is used for either installing individual electrical control components or installing a modular electrical control assembly. After installation, the electrical control assembly connects to the main unit's wiring, a process that requires managing numerous wires. How to quickly and effectively pre-install the electrical control assembly has become a common challenge in the industry.

[0003] The related technology provides an outdoor unit, which includes: an outdoor housing; a partition, which is disposed inside the outdoor housing to divide the outdoor housing into a first chamber and a second chamber; a compressor and an outdoor fan, the compressor being disposed in the first chamber and the outdoor fan being disposed in the second chamber; and an electronic control device, which includes an electronic control box, an electronic control board, power devices, passive devices, and a heat sink. The electronic control box is provided with an air inlet located in the first chamber and an air outlet located in the second chamber. A first waterproof structure is provided on the outer peripheral wall of the electronic control box, located outside the air outlet. The first waterproof structure has an air guide cavity, which is connected to the air outlet. The exhaust port of the air guide cavity is located on the side of the first waterproof structure away from the outdoor fan.

[0004] In the process of implementing the embodiments of this disclosure, at least the following problems were found in the related art:

[0005] In related technologies, the electrical control box of the outdoor unit of an air conditioner spans the first and second chambers and is located inside the outdoor unit. The electrical control box is supported and installed using a partition (equivalent to a middle partition). However, since the electrical control box is supported only by the partition, the center of gravity of the electrical control box needs to be located at the connection between the partition and the electrical control box. With the development of air conditioning technology, more electrical components are used, and the weight of the electrical control box increases. When the center of gravity of the electrical control box is easily deviated from the position of the partition, it can easily cause the partition to bend or break, resulting in low support stability.

[0006] It should be noted that the information disclosed in the background section above is only used to enhance the understanding of the background of this application, and therefore may include information that does not constitute prior art known to those skilled in the art. Summary of the Invention

[0007] To provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed embodiments, a brief summary is given below. This summary is not intended as a general commentary, nor is it intended to identify key / important components or describe the scope of protection of these embodiments, but rather as a prelude to the detailed description that follows.

[0008] This disclosure provides a support assembly for an outdoor air conditioner unit and an outdoor air conditioner unit, to solve the problem in related technologies where only a partition is used to support the electrical control box, resulting in unstable support of the electrical control box.

[0009] An embodiment of the first aspect of this application provides a support assembly for an outdoor unit of an air conditioner. The support assembly includes: a mounting bracket and a connector. The mounting bracket extends vertically onto the chassis of the outdoor unit, and one end of the mounting bracket is connected to the chassis of the outdoor unit. The connector has a first end connected to the other end of the mounting bracket and a second end connected to an electrical control box. The first end of the connector has a support portion with an inclined folded edge, which strengthens the connector.

[0010] The support assembly and outdoor unit for an air conditioner provided in this disclosure can achieve the following technical effects:

[0011] By setting up mounting brackets and connectors, the mounting brackets connect the connectors to the chassis of the outdoor unit of the air conditioner. The connectors and mounting brackets together support the electrical control box. By setting support parts on the connectors, the structural strength of the connectors can be improved, preventing the connectors from breaking or bending due to excessive force from the electrical control box, thus improving the support stability of the support components used for the outdoor unit of the air conditioner.

[0012] The above general description and the description below are exemplary and illustrative only and are not intended to limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0013] One or more embodiments are illustrated by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings. These illustrations and drawings do not constitute a limitation on the embodiments. Elements having the same reference numerals in the drawings are shown as similar elements. The drawings are not to be scaled. And wherein:

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a support assembly for an outdoor unit of an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of another support assembly for an outdoor unit of an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0016] Figure 3This is a schematic diagram of another support assembly for an outdoor unit of an air conditioner provided in this embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a connector provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0018] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of a connector provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0019] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of a support assembly for an outdoor unit of an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0020] Figure 7 This is provided by the embodiments of this disclosure. Figure 6 Enlarged diagram of section A in the middle;

[0021] Figure 8 This is a stress simulation diagram of a connector provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0022] Figure 9 This is a stress simulation diagram of another connector provided in this embodiment of the disclosure;

[0023] Figure 10 This is a stress simulation diagram of another connector provided in this embodiment of the disclosure;

[0024] Figure 11 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of an outdoor unit of an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0025] Figure 12 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of another air conditioner outdoor unit provided in this embodiment;

[0026] Figure 13 This is a partial structural diagram of a mounting bracket provided in an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0027] Figure label:

[0028] 10: Chassis

[0029] 20: partition,

[0030] 30: Support component; 31: Mounting bracket; 310: Snap-fit ​​part; 3101: Snap-slot; 3102: First wall surface; 3103: Second wall surface; 311: First side wall; 312: Second side wall; 313: Third side wall; 32: Connector; 321: Snap protrusion; 322: Connecting fold; 323: Second inclined fold; 324: Main body; 325: First inclined fold; 326: Support part; 327: First reinforcing rib; 328: Second reinforcing rib; 329: Reinforcing structure; 33: Base; 34: Terminal block; 35: Limiting plate.

[0031] 40: Electrical control box; 50: Side panel; 501: Maintenance port; 60: Heat exchanger; 70: Expansion tank; 80: Water pump assembly. Detailed Implementation

[0032] To provide a more detailed understanding of the features and technical content of the embodiments of this disclosure, the implementation of the embodiments of this disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the embodiments of this disclosure. In the following technical description, for ease of explanation, several details are used to provide a full understanding of the disclosed embodiments. However, one or more embodiments may still be implemented without these details. In other cases, well-known structures and devices may be simplified in their depiction to simplify the drawings.

[0033] The terms "first," "second," etc., used in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this disclosure 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 disclosure described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0034] In this disclosure, the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "middle," "outer," "front," and "rear," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are primarily for better description of the embodiments of this disclosure and their implementations, and are not intended to limit the indicated devices, elements, or components to having a specific orientation, or to require them to be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Furthermore, some of the aforementioned terms may be used to indicate other meanings besides orientation or positional relationship; for example, the term "upper" may in some cases indicate a dependency or connection relationship. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in the embodiments of this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0035] Furthermore, the terms "set up," "connect," and "fix" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral structure; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or it can be an internal connection between two devices, components, or parts. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0036] Unless otherwise stated, the term "multiple" means two or more.

[0037] In this embodiment of the disclosure, the character " / " indicates that the objects before and after it are in an "or" relationship. For example, A / B means: A or B.

[0038] The term "and / or" describes an association between objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B means: A or B, or A and B.

[0039] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in the present disclosure can be combined with each other.

[0040] Combination Figures 1 to 13 As shown, this embodiment of the present disclosure provides a support assembly for an outdoor unit of an air conditioner. The support assembly for the outdoor unit of the air conditioner includes: a mounting bracket 31 and a connector 32. The mounting bracket 31 is vertically extended and disposed on the chassis 10 of the outdoor unit of the air conditioner, and one end of the mounting bracket 31 is connected to the chassis 10 of the outdoor unit of the air conditioner. The first end of the connector 32 is connected to the other end of the mounting bracket 31, and the second end of the connector 32 is connected to the electrical control box 40. The first end of the connector 32 is provided with a support portion having an inclined folded edge, and the inclined folded edge of the support portion can enhance the support strength of the connector 32.

[0041] The support assembly for an outdoor air conditioner unit provided in this embodiment utilizes a mounting bracket 31 and a connector 32. The mounting bracket 31 connects the connector 32 to the chassis 10 of the outdoor air conditioner unit. The connector 32 and the mounting bracket 31 together support the electrical control box 40. By providing a support portion with an inclined folded edge on the connector 32, the inclined folded edge strengthens the structural strength of the support portion, thereby increasing the structural strength of the connector 32. This prevents the connector 32 from breaking or bending due to excessive force from the electrical control box 40, thus improving the support stability of the support assembly for the outdoor air conditioner unit. Combined with… Figure 1 As shown in the diagram, this embodiment utilizes the mounting bracket 31, connector 32, and partition 20 to jointly support the electrical control box 40. Compared to related technologies where the electrical control box 40 is supported solely by the partition 20, the support method in this embodiment is more stable. Furthermore, compared to methods that connect the electrical control box 40 to both the partition 20 and the side wall of the machine body for support, the electrical control box 40 in this embodiment is not obstructed by the side wall of the machine body. Sufficient operating space surrounds the electrical control box 40, facilitating wiring operations for the electrical components within it, thus improving the ease and efficiency of assembling the electrical control box 40.

[0042] Optionally, combined Figures 1 to 3As shown, the support assembly 30 includes a mounting bracket 31 and a connector 32. The support assembly 30 is disposed opposite to the middle partition 20 of the outdoor unit of the air conditioner. The middle partition 20 and the support assembly 30 are used to jointly support the electrical control box 40 of the outdoor unit of the air conditioner.

[0043] Thus, since the partition 20 is vertically extended from the center of the chassis 10, the chassis 10 can be divided into two parts, one for installing the fan and the other for installing the compressor. By providing a support assembly 30 and positioning it opposite the partition 20, the partition 20 and the support assembly 30 can jointly support the electrical control box 40. After connecting the electrical control box 40 to the partition 20 and the support assembly 30, the partition 20 and the support assembly 30 each support one side of the electrical control box 40. The electrical control box 40 is unobstructed by other components, providing ample operating space and facilitating wiring operations for the electrical components within it. Furthermore, by using the partition 20 and the support assembly 30 to jointly support the electrical control box 40, compared to related support methods, the number of support points for the electrical control box 40 can be increased, thus improving the stability of the electrical control box 40.

[0044] Specifically, in combination Figures 1 to 3 As shown, when the electrical control box 40 is installed inside the machine body, one end of the electrical control box 40 is connected to the middle partition 20, and the other end of the electrical control box 40 is connected to the support assembly 30. The middle partition 20 and the support assembly 30 together support the electrical control box 40. The upper, lower, front and rear parts of the electrical control box 40 are not obstructed, leaving sufficient operating space to facilitate the installation of the electrical control box 40 and the wiring of the electrical components inside the electrical control box 40.

[0045] Optionally, the mounting bracket 31 includes a first sidewall 311, a second sidewall 312, and a third sidewall 313. The second sidewall 312 is connected to one end of the first sidewall 311, and the third sidewall 313 is connected to the other end of the first sidewall 311, and the third sidewall 313 is disposed opposite to the second sidewall 312. The first sidewall 311, the second sidewall 312, and the third sidewall 313 are integrally formed structures. Each of the first sidewall 311, the second sidewall 312, and the third sidewall 313 is provided with a mounting structure. The first sidewall 311 is used to connect to the heat exchanger 60, the second sidewall 312 is used to fix the expansion tank 70, and the third sidewall 313 is used to connect to the water pump assembly 80.

[0046] In this way, by setting up a first sidewall 311, a second sidewall 312, and a third sidewall 313, and setting up mounting structures on the first sidewall 311, the heat exchanger 60 can be fixedly connected to the first sidewall 311, the expansion tank 70 can be fixedly connected to the second sidewall 312, and the water pump assembly 80 can be fixedly connected to the third sidewall 313. The heat exchanger 60, the expansion tank 70, and the water pump assembly 80 can be installed together using a single component, the mounting bracket 31, to form a modular assembly. This allows the heat exchanger 60, the expansion tank 70, the water pump assembly 80, and the mounting bracket 31 to be assembled off the assembly line, and then the assembled module can be installed on the outdoor unit of the air conditioner. This reduces the number of parts required for installation and the assembly process, effectively improving assembly efficiency and reducing production costs. Furthermore, when the heat exchanger 60, expansion tank 70, water pump assembly 80, and mounting bracket 31 are assembled outside the assembly line, there is more space for assembly, avoiding the difficulty of assembly caused by the small assembly space of the assembly line, further simplifying the assembly process of the outdoor unit and reducing the assembly difficulty of the air conditioner outdoor unit; moreover, by installing the heat exchanger 60, expansion tank 70, and water pump assembly 80 on different side walls of the mounting bracket 31, it is not only convenient for assembly and installation, but also convenient for inspection, maintenance, and replacement of the heat exchanger 60, expansion tank 70, and water pump assembly 80.

[0047] Optionally, both the end of the second sidewall 312 facing away from the first sidewall 311 and the end of the third sidewall 313 facing away from the first sidewall 311 are provided with connecting edges. The mounting bracket 31 also includes a limiting plate 35, which is disposed opposite to the first sidewall 311. One end of the limiting plate 35 is connected to the connecting edge of the second sidewall 312 facing away from the first sidewall 311, and the other end of the limiting plate 35 is connected to the connecting edge of the third sidewall 313 facing away from the first sidewall 311. The upper end of the limiting plate 35 is provided with a snap-fit ​​part 310, and the limiting plate 35 can be detachably connected to both the second sidewall 312 and the third sidewall 313.

[0048] In this way, by setting the limiting plate 35 and detachably connecting the limiting plate 35 to both the second side wall 312 and the third side wall 313, the heat exchanger 60 can be easily installed by removing the limiting plate 35. Furthermore, after the heat exchanger 60 is connected to the mounting bracket 31, the relative position of the heat exchanger 60 and the mounting bracket 31 can be fixed. This not only prevents the heat exchanger 60 from moving away from or towards the first side wall 311, but also protects the heat exchanger 60 from collisions with other objects. In addition, by providing a snap-fit ​​part 310 at the upper end of the limiting plate 35, the connector 32 can be snapped into the mounting bracket 31.

[0049] Optionally, the distance s between the limiting plate 35 and the end face of the heat exchanger 60 facing the limiting plate 35 is greater than a preset distance.

[0050] Thus, combined Figure 6 As shown, by setting the distance s between the limiting plate 35 and the end face of the heat exchanger 60 facing the limiting plate 35 to be greater than a preset distance, it is possible to avoid the situation where the heat exchanger 60 is slightly displaced when the outdoor unit of the air conditioner is moved, causing the limiting plate 35 to collide with the heat exchange tube assembly of the heat exchanger 60.

[0051] Optionally, the preset distance can be 5mm, 10mm, or 15mm, etc. It is understood that the value of the preset distance is not unique and can be adjusted according to actual usage needs.

[0052] Optionally, the first sidewall 311, the second sidewall 312, and the third sidewall 313 together define an installation space, in which the heat exchanger 60 is installed.

[0053] In this way, by installing the heat exchanger 60 in the installation space, the first side wall 311, the second side wall 312 and the third side wall 313 surround the heat exchanger 60, which not only protects the heat exchanger 60 from collision, but also slows down the heat loss of the heat exchanger 60.

[0054] Specifically, the heat exchanger 60 has mounting posts on the wall surface corresponding to the first side wall 311 that are adapted to the position of the fixing holes. The shape and number of the mounting posts are adapted to the shape and number of the fixing holes so that the heat exchanger 60 can be stably connected to the mounting bracket 31.

[0055] Optionally, the heat exchanger 60 is spaced apart from the first sidewall 311, the second sidewall 312 and the third sidewall 313.

[0056] In this way, when the heat exchanger 60 is installed in the installation space, none of the end faces of the heat exchanger 60 facing the mounting bracket 31 will contact the mounting bracket 31. The heat exchanger 60 is also spaced a certain distance from the first side wall 311, the second side wall 312 and the third side wall 313. This can prevent the heat exchanger 60 from being slightly displaced during transportation, which could cause the tube bundle of the heat exchanger 60 to collide and be damaged by the mounting bracket 31.

[0057] Optionally, the mounting bracket 31 also includes a base 33, which is detachably connected to the chassis 10. The bottom end of the second side wall 312 is provided with a flange and a through hole. The lower part of the third side wall 313 is provided with a through hole. The second side wall 312 is connected to the top wall of the base 33, and the third side wall 313 is connected to the side wall of the base 33.

[0058] In this way, by setting the base 33, the chassis 10 and the mounting bracket 31 can be connected, and the mounting bracket 31 can be fixedly installed on the chassis 10 of the outdoor unit of the air conditioner, increasing the reliability of the connection between the chassis 10 and the mounting bracket 31. By providing a flange on the bottom side of the second side wall 312 of the mounting bracket 31, and the flange having a through hole, the second side wall 312 can be connected to the top wall of the base 33 by bolts or other connection methods. Furthermore, by providing a through hole at the bottom of the third side wall 313, the third side wall 313 can be connected to the side wall of the base 33 by bolts or other connection methods. This can prevent the mounting bracket 31 from shifting relative to the base 33 in the vertical, horizontal, and front-back directions, thus improving the stability of the connection between the mounting bracket 31 and the base 33.

[0059] Optionally, the bottom end of the connector 32 is provided with a latching protrusion 321, and the top of the limiting plate 35 of the mounting bracket 31 is provided with a latching part 310. The latching part 310 is recessed in the direction away from the connector 32 to form a latching groove 3101. The latching groove 3101 is adapted to the bottom edge of the latching protrusion 321 so that the mounting bracket 31 and the connector 32 are latched together.

[0060] Using the support assembly for an outdoor air conditioning unit provided in this disclosure embodiment, combined with Figure 2 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, by setting the snap-fit ​​part 310 and the snap-fit ​​protrusion 321, the mounting bracket 31 and the connector 32 can be snapped together, which facilitates the connection of the mounting bracket 31 and the connector 32 and improves the installation efficiency of both.

[0061] Optionally, the latching protrusion 321 includes a connecting folded edge 322 and a second inclined folded edge 323. When the latching protrusion 321 is engaged with the latching part 310, the wall surface of the second inclined folded edge 323 facing the latching part 310 abuts against the latching part 310.

[0062] The support assembly for an outdoor air conditioner unit provided in this embodiment of the invention, wherein the connector 32 and the mounting bracket 31 are connected by a latching protrusion 321 and a latching portion 310, and by providing a connecting flange 322 and a second inclined flange 323 and setting the second inclined flange 323 at an angle to the connecting flange 322, can limit the position of the connector 32 relative to the mounting bracket 31 when the connector 32 is latched, preventing the connector 32 from sliding relative to the mounting bracket 31 in the direction toward or away from the partition plate 20, thereby improving the stability of the latching between the connector 32 and the mounting bracket 31 and ensuring the structural strength of the latching protrusion 321. When the latching protrusion 321 is latched with the latching portion 310, the wall surface of the second inclined flange 322 facing the latching portion 310 abuts against the latching portion 310, which can increase the contact area between the connector 32 and the mounting bracket 31 and improve the connection reliability between the connector 32 and the mounting bracket 31.

[0063] In actual use, if the second included angle θ between the connecting folded edge 322 and the second inclined folded edge 323 is less than 120°, specifically, when the included angle between the connecting folded edge 322 and the second inclined folded edge 323 is 90°, after the latching protrusion 321 engages with the latching groove 3101, the latching groove 3101 cannot limit the position of the second inclined folded edge 323, which will cause the connector 32 to slide relative to the mounting bracket 31. If the second included angle θ between the connecting fold 322 and the second inclined fold 323 is greater than 150°, specifically, when the included angle between the connecting fold 322 and the second inclined fold 323 is 180°, after the latching protrusion 321 and the latching groove 3101 are engaged, not only will the connector 32 slide relative to the mounting bracket 31, but the gravity applied to the connector 32 by the control box 40 and the supporting force applied to the connector 32 by the mounting bracket 31 will also act on the connection between the second inclined fold 323 and the mounting bracket 31, which will also cause the second inclined fold 323 to bend or break due to excessive force.

[0064] Optionally, the slot 3101 includes a first wall surface 3102 and a second wall surface 3103. The first wall surface 3102 extends vertically, and the second wall surface 3103 is inclined relative to the first wall surface 3102. The included angle between the first wall surface 3102 and the second wall surface 3103 is complementary to the included angle θ between the connecting folded edge 322 and the inclined folded edge 323.

[0065] Thus, when the protrusion 321 connects to the slot 3101, the first wall surface 3102 of the slot 3101 abuts against the bottom end of the second inclined folded edge 323 of the protrusion 321, and the second wall surface 3103 of the slot 3101 adheres to and abuts against the second inclined folded edge 323 of the protrusion 321. The slot 3101 can limit the position of the protrusion 321 and support the protrusion 321, preventing the protrusion 321 from moving towards or away from the first wall surface 3102. By setting the second wall surface 3103 at an inclination, not only can the position of the protrusion 321 be limited, but the contact area between the slot 3101 and the protrusion 321 can also be increased, avoiding the situation where the slot 3101 is subjected to excessive force, which may cause the slot 3101 to break or bend, thereby improving the structural reliability of the support assembly used for the outdoor unit of the air conditioner.

[0066] In some embodiments, the connector 32 includes a main body 324 and a connecting flange 322. The first end of the main body 324 and the connecting flange 322 are connected by a first inclined flange 325, such that the main body 324 and the connecting flange 322 are misaligned in the vertical direction.

[0067] In this way, the first inclined folded edge 325 enhances the overall strength of the connector 32, ensuring that the connector 32 meets the support requirements of the electrical control box 40. Furthermore, the main body 324 and the connecting folded edge 322 are vertically misaligned, creating installation space and improving space utilization. In this embodiment, the connecting folded edge 322 is used to connect to the mounting bracket 31, and the second end of the main body 324 (i.e., the end opposite to the connecting folded edge 322) is used to connect to the electrical control box 40. That is, the support portion includes the first inclined folded edge 325 and the connecting folded edge 322. By setting the first inclined folded edge 325 at an incline, partially bending the connector 32, compared to a completely vertical connector 32, the strength of the connector 32 can be effectively enhanced, ensuring that the connector 32 meets the support requirements of the electrical control box 40.

[0068] Optionally, the connection point between the first inclined folded edge 325 and the connecting folded edge 322 is set at a first included angle α, where the first included angle α satisfies 120°≤α≤150°.

[0069] In this way, by setting the first inclined folded edge 325 and setting the angle between the first inclined folded edge 325 and the connecting folded edge 322 within 120° to 150°, the reliability of the connection between the first inclined folded edge 325 and the connecting folded edge 322 can be guaranteed.

[0070] Optionally, the connector 32 is a one-piece molded plate structure. For example, a one-piece molded metal plate structure.

[0071] Optionally, connector 32 is made of galvanized steel.

[0072] Optionally, the thickness of the connector 32 can be 3-5 mm.

[0073] In some embodiments, the connector 32 further includes a second inclined folded edge 323, which is connected to the lower end of the connecting folded edge 322 and extends downward toward the main body portion 324.

[0074] In this way, by setting a second inclined folded edge 323, the second inclined folded edge 323 and the connecting folded edge 322 are used to connect with the mounting bracket 31. The second inclined folded edge 323 can increase the contact area between the connector 32 and the mounting bracket 31, and improve the connection reliability between the connector 32 and the mounting bracket 31.

[0075] Specifically, in combination Figures 1 to 7As shown, the support includes a connecting flange 322, a second inclined flange 323, and a first inclined flange 325. The connecting flange 322 extends vertically. The first end of the second inclined flange 323 is connected to the lower end of the connecting flange 322, and the second end of the second inclined flange 323 extends downward and is inclined toward the side where the electrical control box 40 is located. The first inclined flange 325 is located above the connecting flange 322, and the first end of the first inclined flange 325 is connected to the upper end of the connecting flange 322 and extends away from the side where the electrical control box 40 is located. The connection between the first inclined flange 325 and the connecting flange 322 forms a first included angle α, which satisfies 120°≤α≤150°.

[0076] In this way, by setting the first inclined folded edge 325 and setting the angle between the first inclined folded edge 325 and the connecting folded edge 322 within 120° to 150°, the reliability of the connection between the first inclined folded edge 325 and the connecting folded edge 322 can be guaranteed.

[0077] Optionally, the connection point between the connecting folded edge 322 and the second inclined folded edge 323 is set at a second included angle θ, where the second included angle θ satisfies 120°≤θ≤150°.

[0078] By using the support assembly for an outdoor air conditioner unit provided in this embodiment, the included angle between the connecting folded edge 322 and the second inclined folded edge 323 can be set between 120° and 150°, ensuring the reliability of the connection between the connecting folded edge 322 and the second inclined folded edge 323 and preventing the connection folded edge 322 and the second inclined folded edge 323 from breaking at the included angle.

[0079] Optionally, the distance between the first inclined flange 325 and the end of the heat exchanger 60 near the first inclined flange 325 is greater than a preset distance.

[0080] By setting the distance between the first inclined flange 325 and the end of the heat exchanger 60 near the first inclined flange 325 to be greater than a preset distance, it avoids the situation where the height of the heat exchanger 60 is too high after installation, preventing the connector 32 from being unable to connect to the mounting bracket 31. Furthermore, bending the first inclined flange 325 to avoid the heat exchanger 60 improves the space utilization of the connector 32 while ensuring its structural strength. It can be understood that the distance between the first inclined flange 325 and the end of the heat exchanger 60 near the first inclined flange 325 refers to the shortest distance d between the first inclined flange 325 and the heat exchanger 60. Figure 7 As shown in the image.

[0081] Specifically, the preset distance can be 10mm, 15mm, 20mm, etc.

[0082] Optionally, the angle of the first included angle is the same as the angle of the second included angle.

[0083] In this way, by setting the first included angle and the second included angle to be the same, when the connector 32 is subjected to force, the connection between the first inclined fold 325 and the connecting fold 322 and the connection between the connecting fold 322 and the second inclined fold 323 are subjected to force evenly, which can improve the structural strength of the connector 32 and improve the structural reliability of the support components used for the outdoor unit of the air conditioner.

[0084] Optionally, when the height A between the upper end of the connecting fold 322 and the bottom end of the second inclined fold 323 is a constant, the length of the connecting fold 322 is L1, the length of the second inclined fold 323 is L2, and the length ratio of the connecting fold 322 to the second inclined fold 323 satisfies 0.25≤L1 / L2≤0.7.

[0085] By using the support assembly for an outdoor air conditioner provided in this embodiment, and by setting the length ratio of the connecting folded edge 322 to the second inclined folded edge 323 to satisfy 0.25≤L1 / L2≤0.7, the structural strength of the connecting folded edge 322 and the second inclined folded edge 323 can be guaranteed, preventing the connecting folded edge 322 and the second inclined folded edge 323 from breaking or bending, thereby improving the structural reliability of the support assembly for the outdoor air conditioner.

[0086] Optionally, when the angle between the connecting fold 322 and the second inclined fold 323 is 120°, the ratio of the length of the connecting fold 322 to the length of the second inclined fold 323 is 0.25.

[0087] By using the support assembly for an outdoor air conditioner unit provided in this embodiment, the included angle between the connecting folded edge 322 and the second inclined folded edge 323 is set to 120°, and the ratio of the length L1 of the connecting folded edge 322 to the length L2 of the second inclined folded edge 323 is set to 0.25. This ensures the structural strength of the connecting folded edge 322 and the second inclined folded edge 323, and also ensures the connection stability between the connector 32 and the mounting bracket 31.

[0088] Optionally, when the angle between the connecting fold 322 and the second inclined fold 323 is 150°, the ratio of the length of the connecting fold 322 to the length of the second inclined fold 323 is 1:1.5.

[0089] By using the support assembly for an outdoor air conditioner unit provided in this embodiment, the included angle between the connecting folded edge 322 and the second inclined folded edge 323 is set to 150°, and the ratio of the length of the connecting folded edge 322 to the length of the second inclined folded edge 323 is set to 1:1:5. This ensures the structural strength of the connecting folded edge 322 and the second inclined folded edge 323, and also ensures the connection stability between the connector 32 and the mounting bracket 31.

[0090] Optionally, when the angle between the connecting fold 322 and the second inclined fold 323 is 135 degrees, the ratio of the length of the connecting fold 322 to the length of the second inclined fold 323 is 1:3.

[0091] By using the support assembly for an outdoor air conditioner unit provided in this embodiment, by setting the included angle between the connecting folded edge 322 and the second inclined folded edge 323 to 135 degrees, and setting the ratio of the length of the connecting folded edge 322 to the length of the second inclined folded edge 323 to 1:3, the structural strength of the connecting folded edge 322 and the second inclined folded edge 323 can be maximized, and the connection stability between the connector 32 and the mounting bracket 31 can be guaranteed.

[0092] Specifically, in combination Figures 8 to 10 As shown, when the same amount of gravity is applied to the connector 32, the maximum displacement of the connector 32 at different angles (120°, 135°, and 150°) is as follows: Figures 8 to 10 As shown, the location where the maximum displacement occurs is at the upper end of the main body 324, indicating that these different configurations of the connector 32 can all ensure the structural strength of the connector 32.

[0093] Specifically, in combination Figures 8 to 10 As shown, when the angle between the connecting fold 322 and the second inclined fold 323 is 120°, and the ratio of the length L1 of the connecting fold 322 to the length L2 of the second inclined fold 323 is set to 1:4, the maximum displacement of the connector 32 is 1.553 mm, and the maximum displacement of the main body 324 is 0.88 mm. When the angle between the connecting fold 322 and the second inclined fold 323 is 135 degrees, and the ratio of the length L1 of the connecting fold 322 to the length L2 of the second inclined fold 323 is set to 1:3, the maximum displacement of the connector 32 is 1.473 mm, and the maximum displacement of the main body 324 is 0.72 mm. When the angle between the connecting flange 322 and the second inclined flange 323 is 150°, and the ratio of the length L1 of the connecting flange 322 to the length L2 of the second inclined flange 323 is set to 1:1.5, the maximum displacement of the connector 32 is 1.586 mm, and the maximum displacement of the main body 324 is 0.88 mm. Therefore, it can be concluded that when the angle between the connecting flange 322 and the second inclined flange 323 is 135 degrees, and the ratio of the length L1 of the connecting flange 322 to the length L2 of the second inclined flange 323 is set to 1:3, the connector 32 exhibits the best structural strength and the strongest resistance to deformation.

[0094] Optionally, the connector 32 includes: a main body, which is located above the first inclined folded edge and extends vertically, a first end of the main body is connected to the first inclined folded edge, and a second end of the main body is connected to the electrical control box, wherein the main body is provided with a terminal block to facilitate wiring of the electrical control box.

[0095] Using the support assembly for an outdoor air conditioning unit provided in this embodiment, the main body 324 allows the connector 32 to be connected to the electrical control box 40. A first inclined flange 325 connects the main body 324 to the connecting flange 322, defining an installation space in the direction of the main body 324 toward the connecting flange 322 for installing electrical control components. A terminal block 34 is provided on the main body 324 for connecting the wiring of the electrical control components within the electrical control box 40. Furthermore, by providing the terminal block 34 on the main body 324, its proximity to the electrical control box 40 facilitates connecting the electrical control components within the box to the terminal block 34, shortening the wiring distance. It also allows for the separation of the wiring of the electrical components within the box, resulting in neat and aesthetically pleasing wiring connections. Additionally, if a problem occurs in the wiring of the electrical components within the box 40, the fault can be quickly identified by measuring the corresponding voltage on the terminal block 34, facilitating repair and testing.

[0096] Optionally, the connecting fold 322, the second inclined fold 323, the main body 324, and the first inclined fold 325 are an integrated structure.

[0097] This facilitates the production of connector 32 and ensures the structural strength of connector 32.

[0098] Optionally, the upper end of the main body 324 is provided with a support part 326, which is used to connect to and support the electrical control box 40.

[0099] In this way, by setting the support part 326, the contact area between the connector 32 and the electrical control box 40 can be increased, thereby improving the connection reliability between the connector 32 and the electrical control box 40.

[0100] Specifically, in combination Figure 4 As shown, the support part 326 extends toward the electrical control box 40 along the direction perpendicular to the main body part 324. The two ends of the support part 326 are provided with hanging ears, and the hanging ears are provided with through holes so that the support part 326 can be connected to the electrical control box 40 by screws. This can eliminate the potential deformation of the support part 326 and ensure the structural strength of the connector 32.

[0101] Optionally, the connector 32 is provided with reinforcing ribs that extend from the first end of the connector 32 toward the second end of the connector 32, and / or the reinforcing ribs extend laterally along the connector 32 to enhance the structural strength of the connector 32.

[0102] The support assembly for an outdoor air conditioner unit provided in this embodiment of the present disclosure is used. By setting reinforcing ribs and placing them on the connecting fold 322, the second inclined fold 323, the main body 324 and the first inclined fold 325, the reinforcing ribs are arranged in the longitudinal and transverse directions, which can strengthen the longitudinal and transverse structural strength of the connector 32, especially the structural strength at the connection of different folds, thereby ensuring the structural strength of the connector 32.

[0103] Optionally, the reinforcing rib includes a first reinforcing rib 327, which extends longitudinally and extends from the main body 324 to the second inclined folded edge 323.

[0104] In this way, by setting the first reinforcing rib 327 and extending the first reinforcing rib 327 from the main body 324 to the second inclined folded edge 323, the first reinforcing rib 327 sequentially connects the main body 324, the first inclined folded edge 325, the connecting folded edge 322 and the second inclined folded edge 323, not only can the longitudinal structural strength of the connector 32 be strengthened, but also the structural strength of the connection points of different folded edges can be strengthened.

[0105] Optionally, there may be multiple first reinforcing ribs 327, which are arranged side by side at intervals.

[0106] In this way, by setting multiple first reinforcing ribs 327 and arranging them side by side at intervals, the longitudinal structural strength of the connector 32 can be effectively enhanced.

[0107] Optionally, the reinforcing rib further includes a second reinforcing rib 328, which is arranged laterally and located at the connecting fold 322, wherein the second reinforcing rib 328 connects a plurality of first reinforcing ribs 327.

[0108] In this way, by setting the second reinforcing rib 328 and placing it laterally on the connecting flange 322, the lateral structural strength of the connecting flange 322 can be increased, preventing the connecting flange 322 from breaking or bending due to excessive force. By connecting multiple first reinforcing ribs 327 with the second reinforcing rib 328, the lateral and longitudinal strength of the connector 32 can be further strengthened, ensuring the structural reliability of the connector 32.

[0109] Optionally, a reinforcing structure 329 is provided at the connection between the connecting folded edge 322 and the second inclined folded edge 323.

[0110] In this way, by providing a reinforcing structure 329 at the connection between the connecting folded edge 322 and the second inclined folded edge 323, the connection strength between the first folded edge and the second inclined folded edge 323 can be strengthened, preventing excessive stress concentration at the connection between the connecting folded edge 322 and the second inclined folded edge 323, thereby avoiding the situation where the connecting folded edge 322 and the second inclined folded edge 323 break or bend at the connection.

[0111] Combination Figures 11 to 13 As shown in the figure, this disclosure provides an outdoor air conditioner unit, which includes a casing and a support assembly for the outdoor air conditioner unit as described in the above embodiment. The casing includes a chassis 10 and a partition plate 20 disposed longitudinally in the middle of the chassis 10. The top of the support assembly for the outdoor air conditioner unit cooperates with the top of the partition plate 20 to support the electrical control box 40.

[0112] The outdoor unit of the air conditioner provided in this disclosure includes the support component for the outdoor unit of the air conditioner in any of the above embodiments, and therefore has the beneficial effects of the support component for the outdoor unit of the air conditioner in any of the above embodiments, which will not be repeated here.

[0113] Optionally, the outdoor unit of the air conditioner also includes a side panel 50, the bottom end of which is fixedly connected to the chassis 10 and the side panel 50 is connected to the connector 32. The side panel 50 has a maintenance opening 501 on the wall surface corresponding to the main body 324, and there is a gap between the side panel 50 and the wall surface of the mounting bracket 31 facing the side panel 50.

[0114] By creating a gap between the side panel 50 and the mounting bracket 31 facing the wall of the side panel 50, damage to the heat exchanger 60 due to collision between the side panel 50 and the mounting bracket 31 during transportation of the outdoor unit can be avoided. Furthermore, resonance between the side panel 50 and the mounting bracket 31 during operation can prevent abnormal noise. By providing a maintenance port 501 on the wall of the side panel 50 corresponding to the main body 324, users can directly inspect and repair the electrical components on the connector 32 without disassembling the outdoor unit casing, improving the convenience of inspection and maintenance.

[0115] Optionally, the outdoor unit of the air conditioner also includes a heat exchanger 60, an expansion tank 70, and a water pump assembly 80; the heat exchanger 60 is disposed within and connected to the mounting bracket 31; the expansion tank 70 is disposed on one side of the mounting bracket 31 and connected to the mounting bracket 31; the water pump assembly 80 is disposed on the other side of the mounting bracket 31 and connected to the mounting bracket 31; wherein, the expansion tank 70, the heat exchanger 60, and the water pump assembly 80 are arranged laterally on the mounting bracket 31.

[0116] This effectively reduces the installation space required for the heat pump module of the air conditioner outdoor unit, especially the vertical space, thereby improving the space utilization rate of the air conditioner outdoor unit.

[0117] The foregoing description and accompanying drawings fully illustrate embodiments of the present disclosure to enable those skilled in the art to practice them. Other embodiments may include structural and other changes. The embodiments represent only possible variations. Individual components and functions are optional unless explicitly required, and the order of operation may vary. Parts and features of some embodiments may be included or substituted for parts and features of other embodiments. Embodiments of the present disclosure are not limited to the structures described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes may be made without departing from its scope. The scope of the present disclosure is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A support assembly for an outdoor unit of an air conditioner, characterized in that, include: The mounting bracket is used to extend vertically onto the chassis of the outdoor unit of the air conditioner, and one end of the mounting bracket is used to connect to the chassis of the outdoor unit of the air conditioner. The connector has a first end connected to the other end of the mounting bracket, and a second end for connecting to the electrical control box. The first end of the connector is provided with a support portion having an inclined folded edge, and the inclined folded edge of the support portion can enhance the strength of the connector. The connector includes a main body and a connecting flange. The first end of the main body and the connecting flange are connected by a first inclined flange, so that the main body and the connecting flange are misaligned in the vertical direction; wherein, the support part includes a connecting flange and a first inclined flange. The upper part of the main body is provided with a support part, which is used to connect to and support the electrical control box; The mounting bracket defines an installation space for mounting a heat exchanger; wherein the distance between the first inclined flange and the end of the heat exchanger near the first inclined flange is greater than a preset distance.

2. The support assembly for an outdoor air conditioning unit according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connector further includes a second inclined flange, which is connected to the lower end of the connecting flange and extends downward toward the main body.

3. The support assembly for an outdoor air conditioning unit according to claim 2, characterized in that, The connection point between the connecting fold and the second inclined fold is set at a second included angle θ, where the second included angle θ satisfies 120°≤θ≤150°.

4. The support assembly for an outdoor air conditioning unit according to claim 2, characterized in that, When the height A between the upper end of the connecting fold and the bottom end of the second inclined fold is a constant, the length of the connecting fold is L1, the length of the second inclined fold is L2, and the ratio of the length of the connecting fold to the length of the second inclined fold satisfies 0.25≤L1 / L2≤0.

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5. The support assembly for an outdoor air conditioning unit according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connector includes a main body, which is located above the first inclined folded edge and extends vertically. A first end of the main body is connected to the first inclined folded edge, and a second end of the main body is connected to the electrical control box. The main body is provided with a terminal block to facilitate wiring of the electrical control box.

6. The support assembly for an outdoor air conditioning unit according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connection point between the first inclined fold and the connecting fold is set at a first included angle α, where the first included angle α satisfies 120°≤α≤150°.

7. The support assembly for an outdoor unit of an air conditioner according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The connector is provided with reinforcing ribs, which extend from the first end of the connector toward the second end of the connector, and / or extend laterally along the connector, so as to enhance the structural strength of the connector.

8. The support assembly for an outdoor unit of an air conditioner according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The mounting bracket includes a first sidewall, a second sidewall, and a third sidewall. The second sidewall is connected to one end of the first sidewall, and the third sidewall is connected to the other end of the first sidewall, with the third sidewall and the second sidewall being positioned opposite each other. The first sidewall, the second sidewall, and the third sidewall are all provided with mounting structures. The first sidewall is used to connect to the heat exchanger, the second sidewall is used to fix the expansion tank, and the third sidewall is used to connect to the water pump assembly.

9. The support assembly for an outdoor air conditioning unit according to claim 8, characterized in that, The mounting bracket also includes a limiting plate; the limiting plate is disposed opposite to the first side wall, and one end of the limiting plate is connected to the connecting edge of the second side wall away from the first side wall, and the other end of the limiting plate is connected to the connecting edge of the third side wall away from the first side wall; the upper end of the limiting plate is provided with a snap-fit ​​part, which is recessed in the direction away from the connector to form a snap-fit ​​groove. The bottom end of the connector is provided with a locking protrusion, and the locking groove is adapted to the bottom edge of the locking protrusion so that the mounting bracket and the connector can be locked together. When engaging with the slot of the limiting plate, the second inclined folded edge abuts against the wall of the slot.

10. The support assembly for an outdoor air conditioning unit according to claim 9, characterized in that, The slot includes a first wall and a second wall, the first wall extends vertically, and the second wall is inclined relative to the first wall; When the connector includes a second inclined folded edge, the included angle between the first wall surface and the second wall surface is complementary to the included angle θ between the connecting folded edge and the second inclined folded edge; the first wall surface of the slot abuts against the bottom end of the second inclined folded edge, and the second wall surface of the slot is in contact with and abuts against the second inclined folded edge.

11. The support assembly for an outdoor air conditioning unit according to claim 9, characterized in that, The distance between the limiting plate and the end face of the heat exchanger facing the limiting plate is greater than a preset distance to avoid the situation where the heat exchanger is displaced when the outdoor unit of the air conditioner is moved, causing the limiting plate to collide with the heat exchanger tube assembly.

12. An outdoor unit for an air conditioner, characterized in that, include: A chassis, the chassis including a base and a partition plate disposed longitudinally in the middle of the base; The support assembly for an outdoor air conditioning unit as described in any one of claims 1 to 11, wherein the top of the support assembly cooperates with the top of the middle partition to support the electrical control box.

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