Mounting bracket for window air conditioner and window air conditioner set

Abstract

The application discloses a mounting bracket for a window air conditioner and a window air conditioner set, the window air conditioner comprising an indoor part, an outdoor part and a supporting part, the supporting part connecting the indoor part and the outdoor part, the mounting bracket comprising: a middle connecting part adapted to be supported on a windowsill, the supporting part being supported on the middle connecting part; an inner side stop part connected with an inner end of the middle connecting part, the inner side stop part being adapted to be stopped on an inner wall; and an outer side stop part connected with an outer end of the middle connecting part, the outer side stop part being adapted to be stopped on an outer wall. Thus, the installation convenience can be improved and the safety hidden trouble can be reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of air conditioner technology, and more particularly to a mounting bracket for a window air conditioner and an air conditioner kit. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, window air conditioners use a fixed intermediate channel to fix the outdoor unit in place, allowing it to be held against the wall.

[0003] However, window air conditioners are large in size and heavy in weight, making them difficult to install. They cannot be directly lifted from the windowsill to the outside of the window for installation, posing certain safety hazards. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The present invention aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, the present invention proposes a mounting bracket that can improve the ease of installation for outdoor components and reduce safety hazards during installation.

[0005] The present invention further proposes a window air conditioner kit using the above-mentioned mounting bracket.

[0006] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a mounting bracket for a window air conditioner includes an indoor portion, an outdoor portion, and a supporting portion, the supporting portion connecting the indoor portion and the outdoor portion. The mounting bracket includes: an intermediate connecting member adapted to support a windowsill, the supporting portion being supported on the intermediate connecting member; an inner abutment member connected to the inner end of the intermediate connecting member and adapted to abut against an inner wall; and an outer abutment member connected to the outer end of the intermediate connecting member and adapted to abut against an outer wall.

[0007] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the mounting bracket for a window air conditioner, by setting an inner stop component, an intermediate connecting component, and an outer stop component, and pivotally connecting the outdoor part to the supporting part, and using a first guide component to guide the sliding direction of the outdoor part, allows the outdoor part of the window air conditioner to be installed on the exterior wall directly in the indoor space without the need for high-altitude operations. This reduces installation difficulty, increases ease of disassembly and assembly, and effectively reduces safety hazards. Furthermore, the outer stop component pushes against the exterior wall, which improves the supporting effect of the outer stop component on the outdoor part, thereby enhancing the stability of the mounting bracket for the outdoor part.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the intermediate connecting component is provided with a first guide member, which is adapted to guide the sliding direction of the outdoor portion; the supporting portion is provided with a second guide member, the bottom surface of the first guide member is provided with a guide mating surface, and at least a portion of the second guide member is adapted to be located below the first guide member to slide and engage with the guide mating surface.

[0009] In some embodiments, the intermediate connecting member includes at least two connecting rods, each of which is connected to the inner stop member and the outer stop member respectively, and the first guide member is disposed on the connecting rod.

[0010] Furthermore, the first guide includes a horizontal plate and a vertical plate, the bottom wall of the horizontal plate defines the guide mating surface, the vertical plate is connected to the horizontal plate and the vertical plate is fixed to the connecting rod.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the intermediate connecting member is configured to have an adjustable length in the direction from the inner stop member to the outer stop member.

[0012] Furthermore, the intermediate connecting component includes a connector, a movable component, and an adjusting component. The connector and the movable component are movably engaged. The connector is connected to the inner stop component, and the movable component is connected to the outer stop component. The adjusting component engages with the connector and the movable component respectively to position the movable component in place.

[0013] Furthermore, the movable member is provided with a plurality of first mating holes, the connecting member is provided with a second mating hole, and the movable member moves such that the plurality of first mating holes and the second mating hole switch to correspond, and the adjusting member passes through the second mating hole and engages with one of the first mating holes.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the inner stop component includes: a plurality of connecting rods, each of the connecting rods extending in a vertical direction, the upper end of the connecting rod being connected to the intermediate connecting component; and a first mating member, each of the connecting rods being provided with the first mating member, the first mating member being adapted to stop against the inner wall.

[0015] Furthermore, the inner stop component also includes a second mating member, at least one of the connecting rods is provided with the second mating member, the second mating member being adapted to abut against the outer side of the indoor portion.

[0016] Furthermore, the second mating member is provided with a flexible element, which is adapted to abut against the interior portion.

[0017] Furthermore, the first mating component is adjustablely disposed on the connecting rod body, and the second mating component is fixed to the connecting rod body.

[0018] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the outer stop member includes an extension member and a first stop member, the extension member being connected to the intermediate connecting member, the first stop member being adjustablely disposed on the extension member, and the first stop member being adapted to abut against the outer wall.

[0019] In some embodiments, the mounting bracket further includes a second stop member disposed on the outer stop member, the second stop member being adapted to abut against the side wall of the outdoor portion facing the outer wall.

[0020] According to a second aspect of the present invention, a window air conditioner assembly includes: a window air conditioner comprising an indoor portion, an outdoor portion, and a support portion, wherein the support portion connects the indoor portion and the outdoor portion, and the outdoor portion is rotatably connected to the support portion; and a mounting bracket, wherein the mounting bracket is the mounting bracket described in the above embodiment, and the support portion is supported on the intermediate connecting member.

[0021] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0022] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the mounting bracket at one angle according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the mounting bracket from another angle according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figures 3-5 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the installation process of a window air conditioner assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram showing the cooperation between the second guide member of the window air conditioner and the first guide member of the mounting bracket according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] Figure label:

[0028] Mounting bracket 100, window air conditioner 200.

[0029] Inner stop component 10, connecting rod 11, first mating part 12, second mating part 13.

[0030] Intermediate connecting component 20, first guide component 21, horizontal plate 211, vertical plate 212, connecting rod 22, connector 221, moving component 222, first mating hole 2221, adjusting component 223.

[0031] Outer stop component 30, extension component 31, first stop component 32, second stop component 33

[0032] Indoor section 210, support section 220, outdoor section 230, locking structure 240, second guide 250. Detailed Implementation

[0033] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0034] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships, are based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing the invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of the invention. Furthermore, features defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this invention, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0035] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0036] It should be noted that in the prior art, the outdoor unit 230 of the window air conditioner 200 (i.e., the outdoor unit of the window air conditioner 200) is generally fixed to the windowsill by a fixed intermediate groove. However, when the user is on a higher floor, after the outdoor unit 230 is raised to the height of the windowsill, the installation work of moving it from inside the window to the outside is difficult and involves high-altitude work, which is dangerous and poses a safety hazard.

[0037] Based on this, the present invention proposes an installation bracket 100, which enables the outdoor part 230 to be installed outdoors from indoors, with low safety risks and low operation difficulty.

[0038] The following is for reference. Figures 1-6 The mounting bracket 100 and the window air conditioner assembly according to embodiments of the present invention are described.

[0039] like Figures 1-2 As shown, according to an embodiment of the present invention, a mounting bracket 100 for a window air conditioner 200 is provided. The window air conditioner 200 includes an indoor portion 210, an outdoor portion 230, and a support portion 220. The support portion 220 connects the indoor portion 210 and the outdoor portion 230. The outdoor portion 230 is rotatably connected to the support portion 220. The mounting bracket 100 is used at least to support the outdoor portion 230 of the window air conditioner 200, so as to realize the installation and fixation of the outdoor portion 230 on the exterior wall.

[0040] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the mounting bracket 100 includes: an inner stop component 10, an intermediate connecting component 20, and an outer stop component 30. The inner stop component 10 is used to fix the mounting bracket 100 to the inner wall, i.e., the indoor space. The intermediate connecting component 20 is used for the transition connection between the inner stop component 10 and the outer stop component 30, and connects the inner stop component 10 and the outer stop component 30. During the process of the outdoor part 230 being moved from the indoor to the outdoor, the intermediate connecting component 20 can play a guiding and transitioning role, which can further reduce the installation difficulty and improve the stability of the movement of the outdoor part 230. The outer stop component 30 is suitable for stopping against the outer wall and cooperates with the inner stop component 10 to fix the mounting bracket 100 on the window. That is, the inner stop component 10 and the outer stop component 30 clamp the wall in the inward and outward directions, and the outdoor part 230 can be flipped to the bottom of the window and pushed against the outer stop component 30.

[0041] It is understood that the window air conditioner 200 described in this invention is suitable for use in a window, where the inward and outward directions of the window (i.e., the direction through the window) are "longitudinal," the width direction of the window is "horizontal," and the height direction of the window is "vertical." In short, when the window air conditioner 200 is in use (e.g., Figure 6As shown in the diagram, the indoor portion 210 and the outdoor portion 230 are spaced apart along the inward and outward directions. The indoor portion 210 is located on the indoor side for regulating the indoor ambient temperature, etc., while the outdoor portion 230 is located on the outdoor side for heat exchange with the outdoor environment. In other words, the height, vertical, top and bottom, and other directions of this invention correspond to the height direction and vertical direction of the window, while the width, left and right, and other directions correspond to the width direction and horizontal direction of the window.

[0042] Specifically, the inner stop member 10 is adapted to stop against the inner wall. The inner stop member 10 is placed inside the windowsill. The upper end of the inner stop member 10 is connected to the middle connecting member 20, and the lower end extends away from the middle connecting member 20 and pushes against the inner wall to position and install the mounting bracket 100. That is, the inner stop member 10 can push against the wall below the windowsill to fix the mounting bracket 100 on the wall.

[0043] Furthermore, the inner end of the intermediate connecting component 20 is connected to the inner stop component 10. The intermediate connecting component 20 is suitable for support on the windowsill, i.e., the intermediate connecting component 20 is located above the windowsill, so that the intermediate connecting component 20 is supported by the windowsill in the height direction. The support part 220 of the window air conditioner 200 is supported by the intermediate connecting component 20. The wiring harness, refrigerant pipe and other components connecting the indoor part 210 and the outdoor part 230 can be installed in the support part 220. The support part 220 is set above the intermediate connecting component 20 and is supported by the intermediate connecting component 20, which can prevent the support part 220 from bending, improve the stability of the wiring harness and refrigerant pipe inside the support part 220, and improve the control stability and safety of the window air conditioner 200. In addition, during the installation of the window air conditioner 200, the intermediate connecting component 20 plays the role of fixing the support part 220 and transitioning the outdoor part 230, which can improve the installation convenience of the outdoor part 230.

[0044] The outer stop member 30 is connected to the outer end of the intermediate connecting member 20 and the outer stop member 30 is adapted to stop against the outer wall.

[0045] Both the outer stop component 30 and the intermediate connecting component 20 are assembled from multiple plate-like pieces (e.g., welded, stamped integrally formed, or multiple beams joined by fasteners). One end of the outer stop component 30 is connected to the intermediate connecting component 20, and the other end extends downward. The outer stop component 30 is adapted to stop against the exterior wall. The end facing outwards from the window pivotally engages with the outdoor section 230, allowing the outdoor section 230 to be placed in a horizontal first position (see...). Figure 3 Switching between the first and second positions (see) and vertical placement (see) Figure 4 The first position and the second position have an angle between them, preferably 90°.

[0046] It should be noted that the inner stop member 10 and the outer stop member 30 extend toward the same side and push against the inner wall and the outer wall respectively to clamp the wall, thereby achieving stable fixation of the mounting bracket 100 on the wall, thus improving the fixation stability of the window air conditioner 200 on the mounting bracket 100 and the window air conditioner set on the window. In addition, the extension length of the inner stop member 10 is less than or equal to the extension length of the outer stop member 30, which can improve the clamping stability of the mounting bracket 100 on the wall.

[0047] Understandably, in the first position, the two ends of the horizontal outdoor portion 230 are roughly aligned with the extension direction of the windowsill to facilitate the removal of the outdoor portion 230. In the second position, the outer end of the horizontal outdoor portion 230 is located below, and the inner end of the outdoor portion 230 is located above, so that the outdoor portion 230 can be flipped to the bottom of the windowsill to avoid obstructing the windowsill.

[0048] It should be noted that the horizontal and vertical placements defined in this invention are relative concepts rather than absolute concepts. Horizontal placement should be understood as parallel or approximately parallel to a horizontal plane, that is, it can have a small tilt angle with the horizontal plane so that the support part 220 can fit against the intermediate connecting part 20, and the outdoor part 230 can smoothly transition from the location of the intermediate connecting part 20. The horizontal plane can be a plane parallel to the windowsill. Vertical placement should be understood as parallel to a vertical plane or having a small tilt angle so that the outdoor part 230 can fit against the wall after installation, improving stability. The vertical plane can be a plane parallel to the wall.

[0049] like Figures 3-5 As shown, the installation process of the window air conditioner 200 on the windowsill is as follows: First, the inner stop part 10 is fixed on the windowsill and pushed against the inner wall below the windowsill, and the outer stop part 30 is pushed against the outer wall below the windowsill. The outdoor part 230 is placed on the intermediate connecting part 20 and can be pushed away from the intermediate connecting part 20. Figures 3 to 4 (process), while the supporting part 220 moves to above the intermediate connecting part 20, and then the outdoor part 230 switches from the first position to the second position (process). Figures 4 to 5 The window air conditioner 200 can be installed on the windowsill by simply pulling the support part 220 to switch the outdoor part 230 from the second position back to the first position.

[0050] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the mounting bracket 100 for a window air conditioner 200, by providing an inner stop member 10, an intermediate connecting member 20, and an outer stop member 30, and pivotally connecting the outdoor portion 230 to the support portion 220, and the first guide member 21 for guiding the sliding direction of the outdoor portion 230, can directly realize the installation of the outdoor portion 230 of the window air conditioner 200 on the exterior wall in the indoor space, without the need for high-altitude operations, with lower installation difficulty and higher ease of disassembly and assembly, which can effectively reduce safety hazards. In addition, the outer stop member 30 pushes against the exterior wall, which can improve the support effect of the outer stop member 30 on the outdoor portion 230, thereby improving the fixing stability of the mounting bracket 100 on the outdoor portion 230.

[0051] It should be noted that a locking structure 240 can be provided between the outdoor part 230 and the supporting part 220. During the installation of the outdoor part 230, the outdoor part 230 and the supporting part 220 are first fixed by the locking structure 240. After the outdoor part 230 is pushed to the top of the first position, the locking structure 240 is released so that the outdoor part 230 can be flipped down synchronously to abut against the outer wall.

[0052] like Figure 6 As shown, according to some embodiments of the present invention, the intermediate connecting component 20 is provided with a first guide 21. The first guide 21 is adapted to guide the sliding direction of the outdoor part 230. During the installation of the outdoor part 230, the first guide 21 cooperates with the outdoor part 230 to guide the outdoor part 230, which can further improve the installation convenience of the outdoor part 230 and effectively reduce the installation difficulty.

[0053] The window air conditioner 200 includes a second guide 250, at least the outdoor portion 230 is provided with the second guide 250, and the first guide 21 is adapted to cooperate with the second guide 250 to guide the sliding direction of the outdoor portion 230.

[0054] Specifically, a second guide 250 can be provided on both the support portion 220 and the outdoor portion 230 of the window air conditioner 200, or only on the outdoor portion 230. Correspondingly, a second guide 250 that slides in cooperation with the first guide 21 is provided on the intermediate connecting component 20. Through the sliding cooperation between the first guide 21 and the second guide 250, the outdoor portion 230 can slide from the position of the intermediate connecting component 20 to the outer stop component 30. The smooth transition between the intermediate connecting component 20 and the outer stop component 30 makes the sliding of the outdoor portion 230 during disassembly and assembly smoother, improving the convenience of disassembly and assembly. In addition, the cooperation between the first guide 21 and the second guide 250 also has a limiting effect, which can prevent the outdoor portion 230 from coming off the mounting bracket 100 and reduce the safety hazards during disassembly and assembly.

[0055] The first guide member 21 can be constructed as a slide rail, and the second guide member 250 can be constructed as a slide groove to allow the first guide member 21 and the second guide member 250 to slide together. The first guide member 21 can be formed as a plate-shaped guide rail or an I-shaped guide rail, while the second guide member 250 is formed as a U-shaped guide groove. The guide rail extends into the guide groove to guide the sliding direction of the outdoor part 230, and the solid structures on both sides of the guide groove that protrude towards each other can achieve stable positioning of the outdoor part 230. Alternatively, the first guide member 21 can be constructed as a slide groove, and the second guide member 250 can be constructed as a slide rail.

[0056] It is understood that in some embodiments, the support portion 220 is provided with a second guide 250, the bottom surface of the first guide 21 is provided with a guide mating surface, and at least a portion of the second guide 250 is adapted to be located below the first guide 21 to slide in cooperation with the guide mating surface.

[0057] In other words, both the support portion 220 and the outdoor portion 230 are provided with second guide members 250. The second guide members 250 slide with the guide mating surface. While allowing the outdoor portion 230 to slide onto the outer stop member 30 under the guidance of the guide mating, the second guide member 250 and the first guide member 21 limit the support portion 220, preventing the support portion 220 from tilting up locally. This improves the connection stability of the support portion 220 on the mounting bracket 100. On the one hand, it further improves the fixing stability of the outdoor portion 230, making the installation of the window air conditioner 200 on the mounting bracket 100 more stable and reliable. On the other hand, preventing the support portion 220 from tilting up locally also prevents the support portion 220 from bending and deforming, thus avoiding the entanglement and bending of refrigerant pipes, wiring harnesses, etc., passing through the support portion 220, thereby improving the working stability and safety of the window air conditioner 200.

[0058] For example, in an embodiment where the first guide member 21 is formed as an I-shaped guide rail and the second guide member 250 is formed as a U-shaped guide groove, the guide mating surface is also formed as an I-shaped shape.

[0059] In some embodiments, the intermediate connecting member 20 includes at least two connecting rods 22, each connecting rod 22 being connected to the inner stop member 10 and the outer stop member 30 respectively, and the first guide member 21 is disposed on the connecting rod 22.

[0060] Specifically, the two connecting rods 22 are arranged parallel to each other in the width direction of the windowsill, and the inner end of the connecting rod 22 is connected to the inner stop member 10, and the outer end is pivotally connected to the outer stop member 30. The first guide member 21 is arranged on the side of the two connecting rods 22 facing each other. It can not only limit the height of the outdoor part 230 and the support part 220, so as to prevent the support part 220 or the outdoor part 230 from tilting during the installation process, thus improving the convenience and safety of assembly, but also limit the support part 220 and the outdoor part 230 in the left and right directions, so as to prevent the outdoor part 230 or the support part 220 from being offset in the left and right directions, thus preventing the occurrence of jamming. It can also improve the convenience and efficiency of assembly.

[0061] It should be noted that the connecting rod 22 can be formed into a square tube, which can make the mounting bracket 100 fit more closely to the wall.

[0062] Furthermore, such as Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the first guide member 21 includes a horizontal plate 211 and a vertical plate 212, the bottom wall of the horizontal plate 211 defining a guide mating surface, and the vertical plate 212 being connected to the horizontal plate 211 and fixed to the connecting rod 22.

[0063] For example, the first guide member 21 is constructed as an "L"-shaped plate, with a vertical plate 212 extending in the vertical direction fixed on the connecting rod 22, and a horizontal plate 211 extending in the horizontal direction used to cooperate with the second guide member 250 to guide the movement direction of the outdoor part 230. Correspondingly, the second guide member 250 is constructed as a guide groove extending in the horizontal direction. Two guide grooves are provided in the left and right directions on the side of the outdoor part 230 facing the first guide member 21. The openings of the two guide grooves are opposite to each other, and the two opposing horizontal plates 211 on the connecting rod 22 extend into one guide groove respectively to achieve guidance in the inward and outward directions, improve the stability of the movement of the outdoor part 230 during the process of moving from indoors to outdoors, and the horizontal plate 211 and the guide groove can be limited in the vertical direction to prevent the outdoor part 230 from tilting or falling out in the height direction, thereby improving the installation reliability.

[0064] exist Figure 1 and Figure 2 In the embodiments shown, according to some embodiments of the present invention, the intermediate connecting member 20 is configured to have an adjustable length in the direction from the inner stop member 10 to the outer stop member 30.

[0065] Specifically, one end of the intermediate connecting member 20 is connected to the inner stop member 10, and the other end of the intermediate connecting member 20 is connected to the outer stop member 30. The upper end of the outer stop member 30 is connected to the intermediate connecting member 20, and the lower end extends away from the intermediate connecting member 20 and is adapted to push against the outer wall.

[0066] Furthermore, the intermediate connecting component 20 is constructed as a structure with adjustable inner and outer lengths. That is, the intermediate connecting component 20 may include at least two separate components, which are nested together to achieve adjustable lengths, or one component is provided with a groove, and the other component is fixed to a component by a slide rail and adjusted by sliding to achieve adjustment of the inner and outer lengths of the intermediate connecting component 20.

[0067] It is understandable that the thickness of the outer wall where the windows are located varies in different buildings. After the inner stop component 10 is fixed to the window, the outer stop component 30 may not be able to push against the outer wall stably and reliably due to the different wall thickness. By setting the intermediate connecting component 20, the distance between the outer stop component 30 and the inner stop component 10 can be adjusted so that the distance matches the wall thickness, thereby improving the fixing stability of the mounting bracket 100 on the window and the pushing stability of the outer stop component 30 against the outer wall.

[0068] For example, the intermediate connecting component 20 may include multiple kits, which are sequentially nested and adjacent kits can slide relative to each other to adjust the inner and outer lengths of the intermediate connecting component 20.

[0069] Specifically, multiple kits can all be constructed as tubular components with progressively smaller diameters. The multiple kits are sequentially fitted together to form a telescopic sleeve structure. The telescopic sleeve structure enables the adjustment of the inner and outer lengths of the intermediate connecting component 20. Preferably, the kit is constructed as a rectangular tube, and the bottom wall of the rectangular tube can be fitted to the edge of the window to further improve the stability of the intermediate connecting component 20 on the window.

[0070] The first guide member 21 is mounted on the kit connected to the inner stop member 10, while the kit with the smallest diameter among the multiple kits is pivotally connected to the outer stop member 30.

[0071] Of course, the structure of the intermediate connecting component 20 is not limited to this. The intermediate connecting component 20 can be selected from multiple kits with a telescopic sleeve structure, or a telescopic pneumatic strut or hydraulic strut can be used as the intermediate connecting component 20. One end of the intermediate connecting component 20 is connected to the inner stop component 10, while the free end of the strut is connected to the outer stop component 30. Thus, the extension length of the strut can be adjusted by adjusting the internal pressure of the intermediate connecting component 20, thereby realizing the adjustment of the inner and outer lengths of the intermediate connecting component 20.

[0072] exist Figure 1 and Figure 2In the embodiment shown, the intermediate connecting component 20 includes a connector 221, a movable component 222, and an adjusting component 223. The connector 221 and the movable component 222 are movably engaged. The connector 221 is connected to the inner stop component 10, and the movable component 222 is connected to the outer stop component 30. The adjusting component 223 is engaged with the connector 221 and the movable component 222 respectively to position the movable component 222 in place.

[0073] Specifically, the connector 221 and the movable part 222 are constructed as the above-mentioned sleeve structure. One end of the connector 221 is connected to the inner stop member 10. The connector 221 is constructed as a hollow tube. One end of the movable part 222 is telescopically mounted on the other end of the connector 221. The other end of the movable part 222 is connected to the outer stop member 30 to realize the inner and outer length adjustment of the intermediate connecting part 20.

[0074] like Figure 2 As shown, the movable member 222 is provided with a plurality of first mating holes 2221, and the connecting member 221 is provided with a second mating hole. The movable member 222 moves so that the plurality of first mating holes 2221 and the second mating holes switch to correspond. The adjusting member 223 passes through the second mating hole and engages with one of the first mating holes 2221.

[0075] Therefore, by aligning any one of the multiple first mating holes 2221 with the second mating hole, and by having the adjusting member 223 pass through the first mating hole 2221 and the second mating hole, the moving member 222 is positioned at the corresponding position, thereby achieving dimensional adjustment of the intermediate connecting member 20 in the inward and outward directions.

[0076] Of course, the positioning of the movable part 222 and the connecting part 221 in this embodiment of the invention is not limited to this. Alternatively, a row of through holes can be opened on both the connecting part 221 and the movable part 222 (i.e., there are multiple first mating holes 2221 and multiple second mating holes). The adjusting part 223 can selectively pass through any of the through holes of the connecting part 221 and the movable part 222 in sequence to realize the length adjustment of the intermediate connecting part 20, so that the width of the intermediate connecting part 20 is adapted to the thickness of the wall.

[0077] The adjusting element 223 can be constructed as a plug pin or an elastic pin that can be selectively extended through a hole and is provided in the connecting rod 22.

[0078] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, according to some embodiments of the present invention, the inner stop component 10 includes: a plurality of connecting rods 11 and a first mating member 12, each connecting rod 11 extending in a vertical direction, the upper end of the connecting rod 11 being connected to the intermediate connecting component 20; the first mating member 12, each connecting rod 11 being provided with a first mating member 12, the first mating member 12 being adapted to stop against the inner wall.

[0079] Specifically, the connecting rod 11 can be constructed as a square tube or a cylindrical tube, with its upper end connected to the middle connecting component 20 and its lower end extending away from the windowsill. The first mating component 12 is located on the side of the connecting rod 11 facing the inner wall and is used to push against the inner wall to cooperate with the outer stop component 30, thereby clamping and fixing the mounting bracket 100 on the wall. The first mating component 12 is provided on multiple connecting rods 11 so that the inner stop component 10 and the wall are constructed to be fixed by multiple points or multiple surfaces, which can improve the stress stability and make the fixing stability of the mounting bracket 100 on the wall higher.

[0080] There are multiple connecting rods 11, which are arranged opposite to each other and spaced apart in the width direction of the window. Connecting beams can be set between adjacent connecting rods 11, so that the inner stop component 10 is generally constructed as a frame structure, which has higher structural strength and better fixing stability.

[0081] In addition, the extension length of the connecting rod 11 should be less than or equal to the extension length of the external stop component, which can improve the cross-installation stability of the mounting bracket 100 on the wall.

[0082] It should be noted that the first mating part 12 may include a first adjusting screw and a first buffer pad disposed on the head of the first adjusting screw. The first buffer pad pushes against the inner wall, and the first adjusting screw is threadedly engaged with the connecting rod 11. By adjusting the distance between the head and the connecting rod 11, the distance between the upper and lower ends of the connecting rod 11 and the inner wall can be made consistent, which can improve the anti-impact effect of the first mating part 12. The first buffer pad can also buffer the anti-impact and provide sound insulation and noise reduction when the indoor part 210 is working. In addition, the elastic buffer of the first buffer pad can also buffer the vibration and impact of the indoor part 210.

[0083] Of course, the structure of the first mating member 12 is not limited to this. In other embodiments, one end of each of the multiple first mating members 12 is connected to the corresponding connecting rod body 11, and the other end is provided with a plate-shaped first buffer pad. Elastic members are sleeved on the multiple first mating members 12, and the first mating members 12 are slidably disposed on the connecting rod body 11 so as to elastically push against the inner wall through the elastic members. When bearing the gravity separation of the indoor part 210 and balancing the force on the outdoor part 230, the first buffer point can stably abut against the inner wall to effectively fix the mounting bracket 100 and the window air conditioner 200.

[0084] like Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, according to some embodiments of the present invention, the inner stop member 10 further includes a second mating member 13, at least one connecting rod body 11 is provided with the second mating member 13, and the second mating member 13 is adapted to abut against the outer side of the indoor portion 210.

[0085] Specifically, each connecting rod 11 is provided with a first mating part 12 to improve the pushing effect of the inner stop part 10 on the inner wall. The second mating part 13 is provided on the side of the connecting rod 11 away from the inner wall, and the second mating part 13 is used to push or stop on the side of the indoor part 210 facing the inner stop part 10 or to push on the lower end surface of the indoor part 210. On the one hand, it makes the contact area between the indoor part 210 and the rod-shaped metal parts such as the connecting rod 11 smaller, avoiding frequent scratches that could damage the paint surface of the indoor part 210 and improving the aesthetics of the indoor part 210. On the other hand, it makes the fixation of the indoor part 210 on the inner stop part 10 more firm and reliable, and the balance between the indoor part 210 and the outdoor part 230 is better. It can reduce the bending and torsional forces borne by the support part 220 and improve the fixation stability of the window air conditioner 200.

[0086] Optionally, the second mating component 13 is provided with a flexible element, which is adapted to abut against the indoor part 210. This allows for flexible contact with the indoor part 210, which on the one hand absorbs vibration, buffers impact, reduces operating noise of the indoor part 210, and prevents the indoor part 210 from experiencing flapping or vibration coupling with surrounding components, effectively improving the user experience of the window air conditioner 200; on the other hand, it improves the stability of the indoor part 210, effectively buffers impact, extends the service life of the indoor part 210, and prevents paint peeling from scratches, improving the aesthetics of the indoor part 210.

[0087] like Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, in some embodiments, the first mating member 12 is adjustablely disposed on the connecting rod body 11, and the second mating member 13 is fixed to the connecting rod body 11.

[0088] In other words, the first mating part 12 can be constructed as the above-mentioned adjusting screw structure or sliding mating structure, and can move linearly relative to the connecting rod 11 to adjust the angle between the connecting rod 11 and the horizontal plane, thereby improving the stopping effect of the inner stop part 10 on the inner wall.

[0089] In some embodiments, the mounting bracket 100 may further include a guide member disposed on the inner stop member 10 or the intermediate connecting member 20, at least a portion of which extends obliquely toward the intermediate connecting member 20 or toward the outside to be adapted to guide the outdoor portion 230 to the intermediate connecting member 20.

[0090] Specifically, the guide is constructed as an arc-shaped plate, and is positioned above the connecting rod 11. There are two guides, one on each of the two connecting rods 11 at the left and right ends, respectively. They are positioned opposite each other in the left-right direction of the window to define the entrance of the outdoor section 230. The two guides are positioned opposite each other so that the opening of the entrance gradually decreases in the direction away from the indoor space. This allows the outdoor section 230 to be guided by the guides, enabling it to enter the middle connecting component 20. This further improves the ease of installation of the outdoor section 230 and increases the positioning accuracy of the outdoor section 230, resulting in greater stability after installation.

[0091] In addition, the connecting rod 22 of the intermediate connecting component 20 is connected to the connecting rod body 11, and a countersunk hole can be provided on the connecting rod 22 of the intermediate connecting component 20. The connecting rod 22 and the connecting rod body 11 are connected by a countersunk bolt. The bolt head is recessed into the countersunk hole, which can avoid interference between the fastener protruding and the support part 220 or the outdoor part 230, and can further improve the installation convenience of the window air conditioner 200 on the mounting bracket 100.

[0092] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, according to some embodiments of the present invention, the outer stop member 30 includes an extension member 31 and a first stop member 32. The extension member 31 is connected to the intermediate connecting member 20, and the first stop member 32 is adjustablely disposed on the extension member 31. The first stop member 32 is adapted to stop against the outer wall.

[0093] Specifically, the extension member 31 is constructed as an extension plate or extension column, with one end connected to the intermediate connecting member 20 and the other end extending downward. The first stop member 32 is set on the other end and faces the outer wall, so that the outdoor part 230 is formed as a cantilever beam structure fixed on the outer stop member 30, and the first stop member 32 stops against the outer wall, thereby improving the fixing stability of the outdoor part 230.

[0094] It should be pointed out that, as Figure 1 and Figure 4As shown, the first stopper 32 may include: a second adjusting screw and a second buffer pad disposed on the head of the second adjusting screw. The second buffer pad pushes against the outer wall, and the second adjusting screw is threadedly engaged with the extension 31. By adjusting the distance between the head and the extension 31, the distance between the upper and lower ends of the extension 31 and the outer wall can be made consistent, which can improve the stopping effect of the first stopper 32. The second buffer pad can also buffer the stopping and provide sound insulation and noise reduction when the outdoor part 230 is working. The elastic buffer of the second buffer pad can also buffer the impact during the switching process of the outdoor part 230 from the first position to the second position, preventing the outdoor part 230 from detaching under the action of the reverse force, and further improving the fixed stability of the outdoor part 230.

[0095] like Figure 5 As shown, the mounting bracket 100 also includes a second stop member 33, which is disposed on the outer stop member 30 and is adapted to abut against the side wall of the outdoor portion 230 facing the outer wall.

[0096] In other words, when the outdoor portion 230 is rotated to the second position, the outdoor portion 230 abuts against the second abutment member 33.

[0097] In other words, the inner side of one side of the outer stop member 30 is abutted against the outer wall by the first stop member 32, and the outer side of the other side of the outer stop member 30 is provided with a second stop member 33. The outdoor part 230 is above the second stop member 33 and abuts against the second stop member 33. The setting of the second stop member 33 can not only improve the support effect of the outdoor part 230, but also provide a buffer for the outdoor part 230 during the process of switching from the first position to the second position, so as to reduce the impact during the switching process.

[0098] like Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, a window air conditioner assembly according to a second aspect embodiment of the present invention includes: a window air conditioner 200 and a mounting bracket 100. The window air conditioner 200 includes an indoor portion 210, an outdoor portion 230 and a support portion 220. The support portion 220 connects the indoor portion 210 and the outdoor portion 230, and the outdoor portion 230 is rotatably connected to the support portion 220. The mounting bracket 100 is the mounting bracket 100 in the above embodiment, and the support portion 220 is supported on an intermediate connecting member 20.

[0099] Specifically, the outdoor portion 230 is rotatably connected to the supporting portion 220. The mounting bracket 100 is used to support at least the outdoor portion 230 of the window air conditioner 200, so as to realize the installation and fixation of the outdoor portion 230 on the exterior wall. During the installation process, the mounting bracket 100, the supporting portion 220 and the outdoor portion 230 can be configured to slide together. The outdoor portion 230 can be flipped relative to the supporting portion 220 to switch between a first position and a second position, so as to realize the installation of the outdoor portion 230 indoors.

[0100] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the mounting bracket 100 includes: an inner stop component 10, an intermediate connecting component 20, and an outer stop component 30. The inner stop component 10 is used to fix the mounting bracket 100 to the inner wall, i.e., the indoor space. The intermediate connecting component 20 is used for the transition connection between the inner stop component 10 and the outer stop component 30, and connects the inner stop component 10 and the outer stop component 30. During the process of the outdoor part 230 being moved from the indoor to the outdoor, the intermediate connecting component 20 can play a guiding and transitioning role, which can further reduce the installation difficulty and improve the stability of the movement of the outdoor part 230. The outer stop component 30 is suitable for stopping against the outer wall and cooperates with the inner stop component 10 to fix the mounting bracket 100 on the window. That is, the inner stop component 10 and the outer stop component 30 clamp the wall in the inward and outward directions, and the outdoor part 230 can be flipped to the bottom of the window and pushed against the outer stop component 30.

[0101] According to the air conditioner kit of the present invention, by setting the mounting bracket 100, the installation difficulty of the outdoor part 230 of the window air conditioner 200 is reduced, the fixing reliability is increased, and safety hazards can be effectively reduced.

[0102] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0103] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A mounting bracket for a window air conditioner, characterized in that, The window air conditioner includes an indoor section, an outdoor section, and a supporting section. The supporting section connects the indoor section and the outdoor section. The mounting bracket includes: An intermediate connecting component, the intermediate connecting component being adapted to be supported on a windowsill, the supporting portion being supported on the intermediate connecting component; An inner stop component is provided, which is connected to the inner end of the intermediate connecting component, and is adapted to abut against the inner wall. An outer stop component, wherein the outer stop component is connected to the outer end of the intermediate connecting component and the outer stop component is adapted to stop against the outer wall; The outdoor portion can be switched between a horizontally placed first position and a vertically placed second position. A locking structure is provided between the outdoor portion and the supporting portion. When the locking structure locks the outdoor portion and the supporting portion, the outdoor portion is in the first position. When the locking structure unlocks the outdoor portion and the supporting portion, the outdoor portion flips to the second position. The outer stop component includes an extension and a first stop component. The extension is connected to the intermediate connecting component. The first stop component is adjustablely disposed on the extension and is adapted to stop against the outer wall. The first stopper includes: a second adjusting screw and a second buffer pad disposed on the head of the second adjusting screw. The second buffer pad pushes against the outer wall. The second adjusting screw is threadedly engaged with the extension, so that the distance between the head and the extension is adjustable.

2. The mounting bracket for a window air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The intermediate connecting component is provided with a first guide member, which is adapted to guide the sliding direction of the outdoor part; the supporting part is provided with a second guide member, the bottom surface of the first guide member is provided with a guide mating surface, and at least a portion of the second guide member is adapted to be located below the first guide member to slide and engage with the guide mating surface.

3. The mounting bracket for a window air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The intermediate connecting component includes at least two connecting rods, each of which is connected to the inner stop component and the outer stop component respectively, and a first guide is disposed on the connecting rod.

4. The mounting bracket for a window air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first guide includes a horizontal plate and a vertical plate. The bottom wall of the horizontal plate defines a guide mating surface. The vertical plate is connected to the horizontal plate and is fixed to the connecting rod.

5. The mounting bracket for a window air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The intermediate connecting member is configured to have an adjustable length in the direction from the inner stop member to the outer stop member.

6. The mounting bracket for a window air conditioner according to claim 5, characterized in that, The intermediate connecting component includes a connector, a movable component, and an adjusting component. The connector and the movable component are movably engaged. The connector is connected to the inner stop component, and the movable component is connected to the outer stop component. The adjusting component engages with the connector and the movable component respectively to position the movable component in place.

7. The mounting bracket for a window air conditioner according to claim 6, characterized in that, The movable component is provided with a plurality of first mating holes, and the connecting component is provided with a second mating hole. The movable component moves such that the plurality of first mating holes and the second mating hole switch to correspond. The adjusting component passes through the second mating hole and engages with one of the first mating holes.

8. The mounting bracket for a window air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner stop component includes: Multiple connecting rods, each extending vertically, with its upper end connected to the intermediate connecting component; The first fitting is provided in each of the connecting rods, and the first fitting is adapted to abut against the inner wall.

9. The mounting bracket for a window air conditioner according to claim 8, characterized in that, The inner stop component also includes a second mating member, at least one of the connecting rods is provided with the second mating member, and the second mating member is adapted to abut against the outer side of the indoor portion.

10. The mounting bracket for a window air conditioner according to claim 9, characterized in that, The second mating component is provided with a flexible element, which is adapted to abut against the interior portion.

11. The mounting bracket for a window air conditioner according to claim 9, characterized in that, The first mating component is adjustablely disposed on the connecting rod body, and the second mating component is fixed to the connecting rod body.

12. The mounting bracket for a window air conditioner according to any one of claims 1-11, characterized in that, It also includes a second stop member, which is disposed on the outer stop member and is adapted to abut against the side wall of the outdoor portion facing the outer wall.

13. A window air conditioner set, characterized in that, include: A window air conditioner, comprising an indoor unit, an outdoor unit, and a supporting unit, wherein the supporting unit connects the indoor unit and the outdoor unit, and the outdoor unit is rotatably connected to the supporting unit; The mounting bracket is the mounting bracket according to any one of claims 1-12, and the supporting portion is supported on the intermediate connecting component.

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