Cabinet equipment and refrigerators

Abstract

This invention discloses a cabinet device and a refrigerator. The cabinet device includes a cabinet and a cooling device. The cabinet includes a storage compartment and a compressor compartment spaced apart from the storage compartment. The cooling device is used to cool the storage compartment. At least a portion of the cooling device is disposed within the compressor compartment. The cooling device includes a compressor, a condenser, a throttling component, an evaporator, and a piping assembly. The compressor, condenser, throttling component, and evaporator are sequentially connected via the piping assembly, and the evaporator is connected to the compressor via the piping assembly to form a circulation loop. The cooling device also includes an integrated assembly. The piping assembly is fixed to the integrated assembly, and the condenser is connected to the integrated assembly, allowing the condenser to dissipate heat through the integrated assembly. This refrigerator can improve the neatness of the piping assembly within the compressor compartment and improve the heat dissipation efficiency of the cooling device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of refrigeration equipment technology, and in particular to a cabinet device and a refrigerator. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of society and economy and the improvement of people's living standards, refrigeration equipment (such as refrigerators and freezers) has become an indispensable household appliance in people's daily lives. Refrigerators usually use a cooling device to generate cold air and deliver it to the refrigerator compartment and the freezer compartment to cool them.

[0003] In related technologies, refrigerator cooling systems typically have numerous pipes for connecting various components. However, these pipes are intricately and messily arranged inside the refrigerator. Furthermore, the condenser in the cooling system generates heat during operation, and its heat dissipation efficiency affects the refrigerator's performance. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of this, this application provides a cabinet device and a refrigerator that can improve the cleanliness of the piping components inside the compressor chamber and improve the heat dissipation efficiency of the cooling device.

[0005] Specifically, this application is implemented through the following technical solution.

[0006] According to a first aspect of the embodiments of this application, a box-type device is provided, comprising a box and a cooling device. The box includes a storage compartment and a compressor compartment spaced apart from the storage compartment. The cooling device is used to cool the storage compartment. At least a portion of the cooling device is disposed within the compressor compartment. The cooling device includes a compressor, a condenser, a throttling component, an evaporator, and a piping assembly. The compressor, condenser, throttling component, and evaporator are sequentially connected via the piping assembly, and the evaporator is connected to the compressor via the piping assembly to form a circulation loop. The cooling device also includes an integrated assembly. The piping assembly is fixed to the integrated assembly, the condenser is connected to the integrated assembly, and the condenser can dissipate heat through the integrated assembly.

[0007] The technical solutions provided by the embodiments of this application may include the following beneficial effects.

[0008] During refrigerator operation, the cooling system provides cooling to the storage compartments, refrigerating or freezing items to maintain freshness. The cooling system utilizes a piping assembly to connect the compressor, condenser, throttling device, and evaporator in sequence, forming a circulation loop. This allows the refrigerant to continuously circulate within the loop, cooling the storage compartments. The piping assembly is fixed to the integrated assembly to maintain its position and ensure cleanliness within the compressor compartment. This also prevents noise and damage caused by pipe collisions. During operation, the condenser generates heat. By connecting the condenser to the integrated assembly, it dissipates heat through the assembly. The integrated assembly also contains piping, some of which carries cooler refrigerant, further lowering the overall temperature of the integrated assembly and improving the efficiency of heat dissipation through the condenser, thus enhancing the refrigerator's operational reliability.

[0009] The technical solution of this application will be further described below.

[0010] In one embodiment, the enclosure further includes a drain pipe connected to the storage compartment and an evaporating dish for carrying water in the drain pipe. At least a portion of the condenser is disposed within the evaporating dish and is located between the drain pipe and the evaporating dish, so that water in the drain pipe passes through the condenser and enters the evaporating dish.

[0011] In one embodiment, the condenser includes a support plate and a coil disposed on the support plate, the support plate and / or the coil being connected to an integrated assembly.

[0012] In one embodiment, the housing device further includes an airflow generating component disposed within the compressor chamber, with the airflow generating component spaced apart from the condenser to dissipate heat from the condenser.

[0013] In one embodiment, the condenser includes a support plate and a coil disposed on the support plate. The support plate is provided with a plurality of baffles and openings corresponding to the plurality of baffles. The airflow generated by the airflow generating component passes through the baffles and the openings.

[0014] In one embodiment, the integrated component includes a first integrated plate and a second integrated plate. The first integrated plate has a plurality of first grooves, and the second integrated plate has a plurality of second grooves corresponding one-to-one with the first grooves. The first integrated plate and the second integrated plate cooperate to form a pipe assembly by cooperating the plurality of first grooves and the plurality of second grooves.

[0015] In one embodiment, the integrated component is manufactured by blow molding to form a pipe assembly on the integrated component.

[0016] In one embodiment, the cooling device further includes a dryer filter fixed to the integrated assembly and connected between the condenser and the throttling assembly via a piping assembly.

[0017] In one embodiment, the cooling device further includes a solenoid valve, through which the dryer filter is connected to the throttling assembly.

[0018] In one embodiment, the solenoid valve includes a one-inlet-two-outlet valve, which includes a first inlet, a first outlet, and a second outlet. The piping assembly includes a first pipe, a second pipe, and a third pipe fixed to the integrated assembly. The dryer filter is connected to the first inlet via the first pipe, and the first outlet and the second outlet are connected to the throttling assembly via the second pipe and the third pipe, respectively.

[0019] In one embodiment, the integrated component is provided with a first clearance opening through which a portion of the compressor passes.

[0020] And / or, the integrated component is provided with a second clearance opening through which a portion of the condenser passes.

[0021] In one embodiment, the bottom wall of the press chamber is fixed with a plurality of support members spaced apart along the length of the integrated component. The support members are provided with mounting grooves, and the integrated component is mounted on the support members through the mounting grooves.

[0022] In one embodiment, the integrated component is connected to the compressor compartment to form a housing space, and the compressor and / or condenser is disposed within the housing space. The integrated component is provided with multiple ventilation holes to allow the housing space to communicate with the outside through the ventilation holes.

[0023] According to a second aspect of the embodiments of this application, a refrigerator is provided, including a door and a cabinet device as described in any of the above embodiments, wherein the door and the cabinet are movably connected.

[0024] The technical solutions provided by the embodiments of this application may include the following beneficial effects.

[0025] The refrigerator uses the cabinet device in any of the above embodiments, which can improve the cleanliness of the piping components in the compressor chamber and improve the heat dissipation efficiency of the cooling device, thereby improving the reliability of the refrigerator operation.

[0026] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and do not limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0027] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of this application. The illustrative embodiments of this application and their descriptions are used to explain this application and do not constitute an improper limitation of this application.

[0028] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0029] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a refrigerator according to one embodiment.

[0030] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shown illustrates the refrigeration principle of a refrigerator.

[0031] Figure 3 for Figure 1 The left view of the refrigerator shown.

[0032] Figure 4 for Figure 3 The refrigerator shown is a half-section view along line AA.

[0033] Figure 5 for Figure 1 The refrigerator shown is a front view.

[0034] Figure 6 for Figure 5 The refrigerator shown is a half-section view along line BB.

[0035] Figure 7 for Figure 6 The diagram shows the structure of the refrigerator's condenser.

[0036] Figure 8 for Figure 6 The diagram shows the structure of the refrigerator's condenser.

[0037] Figure 9 for Figure 3 The refrigerator shown is a half-section view along line AA.

[0038] Figure 10 for Figure 3 The refrigerator shown is a half-section view along line AA.

[0039] Figure 11 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of a refrigerator according to one embodiment.

[0040] Figure 12 for Figure 11 The diagram shows a partially enlarged structural schematic of the refrigerator.

[0041] Explanation of the reference numerals in the attached figures.

[0042] 10. Refrigerator; 100. Cabinet Equipment; 110. Cabinet; 111. Storage Compartment; 112. Refrigerator Compartment; 113. Freezer Compartment; 114. Compressor Compartment; 120. Cooling Unit; 121. Compressor; 122. Condenser; 1221. Support Plate; 1222. Coil; 123. Throttling Component; 124. Evaporator; 125. Piping Assembly; 1251. Return Gas Pipe; 1252. Decondenser Pipe; 1253. Inlet; 1254. Outlet; 126. Integrated Component; 1261. First Integrated Plate; 1262. Second Integrated Plate 1263, First clearance opening; 1264, Second clearance opening; 130, Drain pipe; 127, Dryer filter; 128, Solenoid valve; 1281, One inlet, two outlet valve; 1282, First inlet; 1283, First outlet; 1284, Second outlet; 140, Evaporating dish; 150, Airflow generating assembly; 101, Baffle; 102, Opening; 103, First groove; 104, Second groove; 105, Receiving space; 106, Support; 107, Mounting slot; 200, Door; 300, Control device. Detailed Implementation

[0043] The technical solutions in the embodiments (or "implementations") of this application will be clearly and completely described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings represent the same or similar elements.

[0044] If the embodiments of this application contain terms relating to directional indications or positional relationships (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, inside, outside, top, bottom, center, vertical, horizontal, longitudinal, transverse, length, height, counterclockwise, clockwise, axial, radial, circumferential, etc.), such terms are only used to explain the relative positional relationships and movements between components in a specific posture (as shown in the attached figures); if the specific posture changes, the directional indications or positional relationships will also change accordingly. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" used in the embodiments of this application are only for descriptive convenience and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0045] For ease of understanding, the technical terms involved in the embodiments of this application will be explained and described below.

[0046] Refrigerant, also known as coolant or refrigerant fluid, is the working fluid that circulates in a refrigeration system. Its main function is to absorb and release heat during the refrigeration cycle, thereby achieving the effect of cooling or heating. Refrigerants include, but are not limited to, difluorochloromethane, tetrafluoroethane, ammonia, carbon dioxide, and mixtures of difluoromethane and pentafluoroethane.

[0047] An evaporator, a type of heat exchanger, primarily functions in refrigeration equipment (such as refrigerators and air conditioners) to allow liquid refrigerant to absorb heat and evaporate into gaseous refrigerant, thereby cooling the surrounding medium (such as air or water). An evaporator includes a tube bundle that allows refrigerant to flow through, and the liquid refrigerant evaporates within it. The evaporator also includes fins attached to the outside of the tube bundle to increase the heat exchange area and improve heat exchange efficiency. The evaporator further includes a support structure to support at least the tube bundle and fins. Some of the support structure also guides the flow of external air.

[0048] In some embodiments, the evaporator also includes a liquid collector / distributor to ensure uniform refrigerant distribution, collect unevaporated droplets, and prevent compressor liquid slugging.

[0049] Evaporator Refrigerating Capacity: The amount of heat that an evaporator can remove from the cooled medium per unit time, usually measured in kilowatts (kW) or BTU / h. The evaporator's refrigerating capacity is related to its heat exchange area, the thermal conductivity of the materials, and other factors.

[0050] The compressor is the power component that drives the refrigerant cycle. The compressor draws low-temperature, low-pressure refrigerant that has absorbed heat and evaporated into a gaseous state from the evaporator, increases its pressure through mechanical compression, and simultaneously increases its temperature, compressing the low-pressure, low-temperature gaseous refrigerant into a high-pressure, high-temperature gaseous refrigerant that flows into the condenser, then is throttled by the throttling component before returning to the evaporator, completing the refrigeration cycle.

[0051] The temperature and pressure of the refrigerant input to the compressor (i.e., the refrigerant entering the compressor from the evaporator) are relatively low compared to the refrigerant state before it exits the condenser and reaches the throttling assembly. Specific values ​​vary depending on the refrigerant type, system design, and operating conditions (such as load and ambient temperature). For example, the refrigerant temperature may be -15°C to 10°C, and its pressure may be in the range of 0.1 MPa to 0.3 MPa.

[0052] The temperature and pressure of the high-pressure, high-temperature gaseous refrigerant output from the compressor vary depending on factors such as the compressor type, operating conditions, refrigerant type, system load, and ambient temperature. Generally, the temperature and pressure of the refrigerant output from the compressor are considered to be higher than those of the refrigerant before it entered the compressor. For example, the temperature of a high-pressure, high-temperature gaseous refrigerant is 65℃ to 100℃. Another example is a temperature above 100℃. Yet another example is a pressure above 1.2 MPa. Yet another example is a pressure of 1.3 MPa to 2.3 MPa. Yet another example is a pressure of 1.5 MPa to 3 MPa.

[0053] A condenser, a type of heat exchanger, is used in refrigeration equipment (such as refrigerators and air conditioners) to release heat from the high-temperature, high-pressure gaseous refrigerant output from the compressor to the external environment. In this process, the refrigerant gas is cooled by the condenser into a refrigerant that is at least partially liquid (including a high-pressure liquid state or a saturated state with a small number of bubbles), achieving a phase change from gaseous to liquid. The condenser ensures continuous refrigerant circulation and is a crucial component of refrigeration equipment. The specific values ​​of the refrigerant temperature and pressure after condenser cooling vary depending on factors such as refrigerant type, system design, environmental conditions (such as the temperature of the cooling medium), and system load. The refrigerant temperature after condenser cooling will be lower than the refrigerant temperature output from the compressor, while the refrigerant pressure output from the compressor is higher than the refrigerant pressure output from the condenser. For example, the refrigerant temperature after condenser cooling may range from 10°C to 60°C. For example, the pressure of the refrigerant output by the compressor is in the range of 1.5 MPa to 3 MPa, while the pressure of the refrigerant output by the condenser depends on the condensation temperature (usually determined by the cooling medium), and is approximately in the range of 1.3 MPa to 2.3 MPa.

[0054] The condenser includes at least one of the air-cooled condenser and the liquid-cooled condenser.

[0055] A throttling component, at least, can rapidly reduce the pressure of the refrigerant after it has been cooled by the condenser, transforming it into a low-temperature, low-pressure refrigerant (including a mist or gas-liquid mixture), creating the necessary conditions for the refrigerant to evaporate and absorb heat in the evaporator. It is generally assumed that the temperature and pressure of the refrigerant after exiting the throttling component will be lower than those before it enters. After the throttling and pressure reduction by the throttling component, the refrigerant is in a low-temperature, low-pressure wet vapor or saturated liquid state. The specific pressure and temperature of this refrigerant vary depending on the system design, the type of refrigerant used, and the target evaporation temperature. For example, the pressure range of the refrigerant output by the throttling component is between 0.1 MPa and 0.6 MPa, depending on the refrigerant used and the required evaporation temperature. For example, the temperature of the refrigerant entering the evaporator (i.e., the evaporation temperature) is designed to be slightly lower than the temperature of the air or medium to be maintained inside the evaporator to ensure effective evaporation and heat absorption. For example, the temperature of the refrigerant output by the throttling component is typically between -20°C and 5°C, depending on the application requirements, such as refrigerators and air conditioners. For example, in a refrigeration scenario, the refrigerant temperature input to the refrigeration evaporator by this throttling component is -35℃ to -5℃, or -30℃ to -12℃.

[0056] -25℃~-20℃, etc.

[0057] Throttling components include at least one of expansion valves, throttle valves, capillary tubes, etc., and can be flexibly set according to the needs of refrigeration equipment.

[0058] To better understand the refrigerator of this application, the following description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0059] like Figure 1 As shown, in some embodiments, a refrigerator 10 is provided, including a cabinet device 100 and a door 200. The cabinet device 100 includes a cabinet 110, which includes a storage compartment 111. The storage compartment 111 includes a freezer compartment 113 and a refrigerator compartment 112. The door 200 is movably connected to the cabinet 110 to open or close the storage compartment 111. This facilitates the use of the freezer compartment 113 to freeze items (e.g., food) and the use of the refrigerator compartment 112 to refrigerate items (e.g., food).

[0060] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in some embodiments, the enclosure device 100 further includes a cooling device 120, and the enclosure 110 also includes a press chamber 114 spaced apart from the storage compartment 111. The cooling device 120 is disposed within the press chamber 114 and is used to cool the storage compartment 111. This lowers the temperature of the refrigerator compartment 112 and the freezer compartment 113, enabling refrigerated and frozen storage of items.

[0061] like Figure 1 As shown, in some embodiments, the refrigerator 10 further includes a control device 300 disposed on the cabinet device 100. The control device 300 is communicatively connected to the cooling device 120 to control the cooling device 120.

[0062] In related technologies, the cooling unit 120 of the refrigerator 10 typically has numerous pipes for connecting various components. However, when all the pipes in the compressor compartment 114 are clustered together, the pipes become complex, messy, and disorganized. This can lead to errors in pipe welding during the manufacturing process, causing refrigerant to flow incorrectly and failing to achieve the desired cooling effect. It can also cause short circuits, resulting in pipe malfunction and affecting cooling performance. Furthermore, the messy piping, with all the welded pipes placed inside the compressor compartment 114, can cause collisions between the pipes, generating noise. Improper operation during pipe installation in the compressor compartment 114 can also lead to weld breakage. Prolonged collisions between pipes, and vibrations during transport or operation of the refrigerator 10, can also cause weld breakage. Additionally, the condenser 122 of the cooling unit 120 generates heat during operation, and its heat dissipation efficiency can affect the performance of the refrigerator 10.

[0063] Based on this, such as Figure 4As shown, a cooling device 120 is provided. The cooling device 120 includes a compressor 121, a condenser 122, a throttling component 123, an evaporator 124, and a piping assembly 125. The compressor 121, condenser 122, throttling component 123, and evaporator 124 are connected sequentially through the piping assembly 125, and the evaporator 124 is connected to the compressor 121 through the piping assembly 125 to form a circulation loop. The cooling device 120 also includes an integrated assembly 126. The piping assembly 125 is fixed on the integrated assembly 126, and the condenser 122 is connected to the integrated assembly 126, and the condenser 122 can dissipate heat through the integrated assembly 126.

[0064] Thus, during the operation of the refrigerator 10, the cooling device 120 of the cabinet equipment 100 can cool the storage compartment 111 to refrigerate or freeze the items inside, thereby achieving a preservation effect. During the operation of the cooling device 120, the compressor 121, condenser 122, throttling device 123, and evaporator 124 are sequentially connected by the pipe assembly 125 to form a circulation loop, allowing the refrigerant to continuously circulate in the loop to cool the storage compartment 111. The pipe assembly 125 is fixed to the integrated assembly 126 to secure its position and ensure the cleanliness of the pipe assembly 125 within the compressor compartment 114. This also prevents noise and damage caused by collisions between the pipe assemblies 125. During the operation of the cooling device 120, the condenser 122 generates heat. By connecting the condenser 122 to the integrated assembly 126, the condenser 122 can dissipate heat through the integrated assembly 126. Furthermore, the integrated component 126 is also provided with a pipe assembly 125, in which a low-temperature refrigerant flows, which can reduce the temperature of the integrated component 126, thereby further improving the efficiency of the condenser 122 in heat dissipation through the integrated component 126 and improving the reliability of the refrigerator 10 operation.

[0065] like Figure 4 The image shows the direction of refrigerant flow during the operation of refrigerator 10.

[0066] like Figure 4As shown, in some embodiments, the refrigerator unit 100 further includes a drain pipe 130 connected to the storage compartment 111 and an evaporating dish 140 for carrying water in the drain pipe 130. At least a portion of the condenser 122 is disposed within the evaporating dish 140, and the condenser 122 is located between the drain pipe 130 and the evaporating dish 140, so that water in the drain pipe 130 passes through the condenser 122 and enters the evaporating dish 140. Thus, condensate and defrost water in the refrigerator compartment 112 and freezer compartment 113 within the storage compartment 111 can be discharged through the drain pipe 130. By distributing at least a portion of the condenser 122 within the evaporating dish 140, and placing the condenser 122 between the drain pipe 130 and the evaporating dish 140, the condensate and defrost water discharged through the drain pipe 130 can pass through the condenser 122, further cooling and dissipating heat from the condenser 122, improving the heat dissipation efficiency of the condenser 122, thereby improving the overall performance of the refrigerator 10. Furthermore, the use of the high-temperature condenser 122 can accelerate the evaporation rate of water in the evaporating dish 140.

[0067] like Figure 7 as well as Figure 8 As shown, in some embodiments, the condenser 122 includes a support plate 1221 and a coil 1222 disposed on the support plate 1221. The support plate 1221 and / or the coil 1222 are connected to the integrated assembly 126. Thus, by connecting at least one of the support plate 1221 and the coil 1222 of the condenser 122 to the integrated assembly 126, when the condenser 122 is operating, the heat from the coil 1222 can be transferred to the integrated assembly 126 through the support plate 1221 to achieve heat dissipation. In this process, the heat from the coil 1222 is transferred to the support plate 1221, and the support plate 1221 can also dissipate heat, thereby improving the heat dissipation efficiency of the condenser 122. Alternatively, the heat from the coil 1222 can be directly transferred to the integrated assembly 126, and since the area of ​​the integrated assembly 126 is larger than that of the support plate 1221, the heat dissipation area is increased, thereby improving the heat dissipation efficiency of the condenser 122 and enhancing the operational reliability of the refrigerator 10.

[0068] It should be noted that the material of the support plate 1221 can be made in various ways, including aluminum, aluminum alloy, copper, copper alloy, stainless steel, etc.

[0069] As shown in the figure Figure 5 as well as Figure 6 As shown, in some embodiments, a portion of the support plate 1221 abuts against the integrated component 126, and at least a portion of the support plate 1221 is located within the evaporating dish 140.

[0070] like Figure 9As shown, in some embodiments, the cabinet device 100 further includes an airflow generating assembly 150, which is disposed within the compressor chamber 114. The airflow generating assembly 150 is spaced apart from the condenser 122 to dissipate heat from the condenser 122. Thus, when the refrigerator 10 is operating, the airflow generating assembly 150 is activated, generating convective gas to dissipate heat from the condenser 122, thereby further improving the heat dissipation efficiency of the condenser 122.

[0071] Understandably, the airflow generating component 150 is capable of causing gas to flow. The airflow generating component 150 includes, but is not limited to, fans (axial fans, centrifugal fans, blowers, etc.), ventilators, air compressors 121, etc.

[0072] Fan blades include axial flow fan blades, centrifugal fan blades, mixed flow fan blades, airfoil fan blades, propeller fan blades, etc.

[0073] In some embodiments, the airflow generated by the airflow generating assembly 150 is parallel to the support plate 1221. In this way, the airflow generated by the airflow generating assembly 150 can make more sufficient contact with the support plate 1221, carrying away the heat from the coil 1222 and the support plate 1221.

[0074] like Figure 7 as well as Figure 8 As shown, in some embodiments, the support plate 1221 is provided with a plurality of baffles 101 and openings 102 corresponding to each baffle 101. The airflow generated by the airflow generating assembly 150 passes through the baffles 101 and the openings 102. Thus, after the airflow generating assembly 150 is activated, convective gas is generated, and the airflow generated by the airflow generating assembly 150 passes through the baffles 101 and the openings 102 on the support plate 1221, making the airflow generated by the airflow generating assembly 150 turbulent. This allows the airflow to flow more fully through the condenser 122, maximizing the removal of heat from the condenser 122, further improving the heat dissipation efficiency of the condenser 122, and further improving the reliability of the refrigerator 10 operation.

[0075] like Figure 7 as well as Figure 8 As shown, in some embodiments, multiple baffles 101 are spaced apart along the length and width directions of the support plate 1221, respectively. Multiple openings 102 are also spaced apart along the length and width directions of the support plate 1221, respectively. Researchers have verified through experiments that this arrangement of baffles 101 and openings 102 allows the airflow generating assembly 150 to better dissipate heat from the condenser 122, improving heat dissipation efficiency. Furthermore, this arrangement is easy to manufacture and implement.

[0076] It should be noted that, as Figure 5As shown, the length direction of the support plate 1221 is the X direction shown in the figure, and the width direction of the support plate 1221 is the Y direction shown in the figure.

[0077] It should be noted that there are several ways to fix the pipe assembly 125 to the integrated assembly 126, including manufacturing the pipe assembly 125 and the integrated assembly 126 as a single piece, or manufacturing the pipe assembly 125 and the integrated assembly 126 separately and then fixing them together.

[0078] In some embodiments, the pipe assembly 125 and the integrated assembly 126 are fixedly connected by adhesive bonding.

[0079] In some embodiments, the cooling device 120 further includes an adhesive layer, through which the pipe assembly 125 is bonded and fixed to the integrated assembly 126.

[0080] In some embodiments, the pipe assembly 125 and the integrated assembly 126 are fixedly connected by welding.

[0081] In some embodiments, the cooling device 120 further includes a welded layer, through which the pipe assembly 125 is welded to the integrated assembly 126.

[0082] In some embodiments, the pipe assembly 125 is snap-fitted to the integrated assembly 126. This method facilitates disassembly.

[0083] like Figure 7 As shown, in some embodiments, the piping assembly 125 includes a return pipe 1251 and a decondensation pipe 1252, the decondensation pipe 1252 including an inlet 1253 and an outlet 1254. The return pipe 1251 connects the evaporator 124 and the compressor 121, and is used to return the low-temperature, low-pressure gaseous refrigerant that has absorbed heat in the evaporator 124 back to the compressor 121 for another compression cycle. The decondensation pipe 1252 can absorb water vapor within the cooling unit 120 to prevent condensation from forming due to temperature differences during the operation of the cooling unit 120.

[0084] Understandably, the connections of the return pipe 1251, the throttling assembly 123, and the decondensation pipe 1252 within the piping assembly 125 are not limited, such as... Figure 7 As shown, the return air pipe 1251, the throttling assembly 123, and the decondensation pipe 1252 can be located on the left side of the integrated assembly 126, as shown. Figure 8 As shown, the return air pipe 1251, the throttling component 123, and the decondensation pipe 1252 can be located on the right side of the integrated component 126. Of course, they can also be located in other positions, which are not specifically limited here.

[0085] Of course, in order to facilitate the welding of pipe assembly 125 by workers during the manufacturing process of refrigerator 10, the arrangement position of pipe assembly 125 can be specified to improve production efficiency.

[0086] like Figure 11 as well as Figure 12 As shown, in some embodiments, the integrated assembly 126 includes a first integrated plate 1261 and a second integrated plate 1262. The first integrated plate 1261 has a plurality of first grooves 103, and the second integrated plate 1262 has a plurality of second grooves 104 corresponding one-to-one with the first grooves 103. The first integrated plate 1261 and the second integrated plate 1262 cooperate to form a pipe assembly 125 by the cooperation of the plurality of first grooves 103 and the plurality of second grooves 104. In this way, by the cooperation of the first integrated plate 1261 and the second integrated plate 1262, the first grooves 103 and the second grooves 104 cooperate to form a pipe assembly 125, thereby forming a pipe assembly 125 on the integrated assembly 126. This method can reduce the number of times the pipe assembly 125 is fixed to the integrated assembly 126, thereby improving manufacturing efficiency. Furthermore, the integrated assembly 126 adopts a plate structure, which can increase the heat dissipation area, thereby further improving the heat dissipation efficiency of the condenser 122.

[0087] In another embodiment, the integrated component 126 is manufactured by blow molding to form the pipe assembly 125 on the integrated component 126. Thus, the method of forming the pipe assembly 125 on the integrated component 126 by blow molding can achieve mass production, improve production efficiency, and has relatively low cost.

[0088] like Figure 9 as well as Figure 10 As shown, in some embodiments, the cooling device 120 further includes a dryer filter 127, which is fixed to the integrated assembly 126 and connected between the condenser 122 and the throttling assembly 123 via a pipe assembly 125. Thus, by connecting the dryer filter 127 between the condenser 122 and the throttling assembly 123 via the pipe assembly 125, the dryer filter 127 removes moisture, impurities, and acidic substances from the cooling device 120, protecting it from corrosion and blockage, and ensuring its normal operation and long-term stability. This improves the performance and reliability of associated devices. By fixing the dryer filter 127 to the integrated assembly 126, the dryer filter 127 and the integrated assembly 126 can be modularized, facilitating the installation of the cooling device 120. This reduces the assembly steps of the cooling device 120 and improves assembly efficiency.

[0089] like Figure 3 as well as Figure 4As shown, in some embodiments, the cooling device 120 further includes a solenoid valve 128, and the dryer filter 127 is connected to the throttling assembly 123 via the solenoid valve 128. Thus, the solenoid valve 128 can be used to precisely control the refrigerant flow rate, enabling switching of cooling modes, overheat and overcooling protection, energy saving and efficiency improvement, as well as fault detection and protection, thereby further improving the operational stability of the refrigerator 10.

[0090] like Figure 9 as well as Figure 10 As shown in one example, the solenoid valve 128 includes a one-inlet, two-outlet valve 1281, which includes a first inlet 1282, a first outlet 1283, and a second outlet 1284. The piping assembly 125 includes a first pipe, a second pipe, and a third pipe fixed to the integrated assembly 126. The dryer filter 127 is connected to the first inlet 1282 via the first pipe, and the first outlet 1283 and the second outlet 1284 are connected to the throttling assembly 123 via the second pipe and the third pipe, respectively. Thus, when the cooling unit 120 is operating, the refrigerant passes through the condenser 122 and then flows through the dryer filter 127, where the dryer filter 127 removes moisture, impurities, and acidic substances from the cooling unit 120. Then, the refrigerant enters the inlet-outlet-dual-outlet valve 1281 through the first inlet 1282. The control device 300 of the refrigerator 10 can control the opening and closing of the inlet-outlet-dual-outlet valve 1281, thereby controlling the opening and closing of the first outlet 1283 and / or the second outlet 1284 according to the actual situation, so that the refrigerant enters the throttling component 123 and flows in the circulation loop.

[0091] like Figure 10 as well as Figure 11 As shown, in some embodiments, the integrated component 126 is provided with a first clearance opening 1263, through which a portion of the compressor 121 passes. Thus, by providing the first clearance opening 1263 on the integrated component 126, the integrated component 126 can avoid the compressor 121 through the first clearance opening 1263, allowing the compressor 121 to be positioned within the first clearance opening 1263, thereby reducing the space occupied by the compressor 121 and the integrated component 126 in the compressor compartment 114.

[0092] like Figure 10 as well as Figure 11 As shown, in some embodiments, the integrated assembly 126 is provided with a second clearance opening 1264, through which a portion of the condenser 122 passes. Thus, by providing the second clearance opening 1264 on the integrated assembly 126, the integrated assembly 126 can avoid the condenser 122 through the second clearance opening 1264, allowing the condenser 122 to be located within the second clearance opening 1264, thereby reducing the space occupied by the condenser 122 and the integrated assembly 126 in the compressor compartment 114.

[0093] like Figure 11As shown, in some embodiments, the integrated component 126 is fixed to the bottom wall of the press chamber 114. Thus, by fixing the integrated component 126 to the bottom wall of the press chamber 114, and fixing the pipe assembly 125 to the integrated component 126, the position of the pipe assembly 125 within the press chamber 114 is fixed, ensuring the cleanliness of the pipe assembly 125 within the press chamber 114. Furthermore, it also prevents noise and damage to the pipe assemblies 125 caused by collisions between them.

[0094] It should be noted that there are several ways to achieve the fixed connection between the integrated component 126 and the bottom wall of the press chamber 114. These include the integrated component 126 being integrally formed with the bottom wall of the press chamber 114, and the integrated component 126 and the press chamber 114 being manufactured separately and then fixedly connected by fasteners.

[0095] Understandably, there can be many different implementations of fasteners, including but not limited to threaded fasteners such as screws and bolts.

[0096] like Figure 11 As shown, in some embodiments, the bottom wall of the press chamber 114 is fixedly provided with a plurality of support members 106 spaced apart along the length direction of the integrated assembly 126. Each support member 106 has a mounting groove 107, through which the integrated assembly 126 is mounted. Thus, by providing a plurality of support members 106 along the length direction of the integrated assembly 126 on the bottom wall of the press chamber 114, and by spaced apart between the support members 106, the integrated assembly 126 is mounted on the support members 106 through the mounting groove 107, thereby achieving a fixed connection between the integrated assembly 126 and the press chamber 114. Using spaced-apart support members 106 to fix the integrated assembly 126 improves the reliability of the fixed connection between the integrated assembly 126 and the press chamber 114. Furthermore, installing the integrated assembly 126 through the mounting groove 107 facilitates the installation, maintenance, and replacement of the support members.

[0097] It should be noted that, as Figure 9 As shown, the length direction of the integrated component 126 is the Z direction in the figure.

[0098] like Figure 6As shown, in some embodiments, the integrated component 126 is connected to the compressor compartment 114 to form a receiving space 105. The compressor 121 and / or condenser 122 are disposed within the receiving space 105. The integrated component 126 has multiple ventilation holes to allow the receiving space 105 to communicate with the outside through the ventilation holes. In this way, the integrated component 126 can serve as a cover for the compressor compartment 114, thereby achieving the sealing of the compressor compartment 114. Furthermore, the multiple ventilation holes on the integrated component 126 allow heat inside the compressor compartment 114 to be transferred to the outside through the ventilation holes, reducing the temperature inside the compressor compartment 114 and improving the reliability of the refrigerator 10 operation.

[0099] It should be noted that the technical solutions or features described in the above embodiments can be combined or supplemented with each other without conflict. The scope of protection of this application is not limited to the precise structures described in the above embodiments and shown in the accompanying drawings; all modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A box-type device, characterized in that, include: The housing includes a storage compartment and a press compartment spaced apart from the storage compartment; as well as A cooling device for cooling the storage compartment; At least a portion of the cooling device is disposed within the compressor compartment. The cooling device includes a compressor, a condenser, a throttling assembly, an evaporator, and a piping assembly. The compressor, condenser, throttling assembly, and evaporator are sequentially connected through the piping assembly, and the evaporator is connected to the compressor through the piping assembly to form a circulation loop. The cooling device also includes an integrated assembly. The piping assembly is fixed to the integrated assembly, and the condenser is connected to the integrated assembly, and the condenser can dissipate heat through the integrated assembly.

2. The enclosure device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The enclosure also includes a drain pipe connected to the storage compartment and an evaporating dish for carrying water in the drain pipe. At least a portion of the condenser is disposed in the evaporating dish, and the condenser is located between the drain pipe and the evaporating dish, so that the water in the drain pipe enters the evaporating dish after passing through the condenser.

3. The enclosure equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The condenser includes a support plate and a coil disposed on the support plate, the support plate and / or the coil being connected to the integrated assembly.

4. The enclosure device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing equipment also includes an airflow generating component, which is disposed inside the compressor chamber and spaced apart from the condenser to dissipate heat from the condenser.

5. The enclosure device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The condenser includes a support plate and a coil disposed on the support plate. The support plate is provided with a plurality of baffles and openings corresponding to the plurality of baffles. The airflow generated by the airflow generating component passes through the baffles and the openings.

6. The enclosure equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The integrated component includes a first integrated plate and a second integrated plate. The first integrated plate has a plurality of first grooves, and the second integrated plate has a plurality of second grooves that correspond one-to-one with the first grooves. The first integrated plate and the second integrated plate cooperate to form a pipe assembly by the plurality of first grooves and the plurality of second grooves.

7. The enclosure device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The integrated component is manufactured by blow molding to form the pipe assembly on the integrated component.

8. The enclosure equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cooling device also includes a dryer filter, which is fixed on the integrated assembly and connected between the condenser and the throttling assembly via the piping assembly.

9. The enclosure device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The cooling device also includes a solenoid valve, and the dryer filter is connected to the throttling assembly through the solenoid valve.

10. The enclosure device according to claim 9, characterized in that, The solenoid valve includes a one-inlet, two-outlet valve, which includes a first inlet, a first outlet, and a second outlet; the pipeline assembly includes a first pipeline, a second pipeline, and a third pipeline fixed on the integrated assembly; the dryer filter is connected to the first inlet through the first pipeline; and the first outlet and the second outlet are respectively connected to the throttling assembly through the second pipeline and the third pipeline.

11. The enclosure device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The integrated component is provided with a first clearance opening, through which a portion of the compressor passes; And / or, the integrated component is provided with a second clearance opening through which a portion of the condenser passes.

12. The enclosure device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom wall of the press chamber is fixed with a plurality of support members spaced apart along the length of the integrated component. Each support member has a mounting groove, and the integrated component is mounted on the support member through the mounting groove.

13. The enclosure device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The integrated component is connected to the compressor compartment to form a receiving space, and the compressor and / or the condenser is disposed in the receiving space. The integrated component is provided with multiple ventilation holes so that the receiving space can communicate with the outside through the ventilation holes.

14. A refrigerator, characterized in that, It includes a door and the enclosure device according to any one of claims 1 to 13, wherein the door is movably connected to the enclosure.

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