Electric control module waterproof structure of modular air conditioner

By setting folding edges and sponge pads on the electronic control box and box door of the module air conditioner, a water guide groove and waterproof folding edge structure is formed, the problem of unsatisfactory waterproof effect of the electronic control box is solved, and higher waterproof performance and convenient Maintenance and repair.

CN222256936UActive Publication Date: 2024-12-27广东申菱热储科技有限公司
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Application Number
CN202420896341.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-04-26
Publication Date
2024-12-27
Estimated Expiration
2034-04-26

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Technical Problem

The overall waterproofing effect of the electric control box of the existing module air conditioner is not ideal, especially when rainwater is prone to seep into the air conditioner, which affects the life and safety of the air conditioner.

Method used

A waterproof structure including an electronic control box and a box door is designed, and a water guide groove is formed by providing a first folding edge, a second folding edge and a third folding edge. The second folding edge is used to block rainwater from the box door and the box door and the box door. The gaps between them enter and guide rainwater into the water guide tank, thereby achieving the discharge of rainwater and preventing splashing. The installation plate, top plate, bottom plate, back plate, left plate and right plate of the electronic control box form a waterproof folding edge through folding edges and connecting structures. The beam is equipped with inner folding edges and outer side plates for easy disassembly and waterproofing, and the box door is placed on the inner folding edges and outer side plates. A sponge pad is installed on the inside to enhance sealing.

Benefits of technology

It effectively improves the waterproof effect of the electronic control box, preventing rainwater from splashing even when the box door is opened, extending the service life and safety of the air conditioner.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an electric control module waterproof structure of a modular air conditioner, which comprises an electric control box and a box door arranged on the electric control box, and the electric control box is arranged on a cross beam of a unit; the electric control box is provided with a first folded edge, the box door is provided with a second folded edge, the cross beam is provided with a third folded edge, the end of the first folded edge is shielded by the second folded edge, the end of the second folded edge is shielded by the third folded edge, and the end of the third folded edge is shielded by the top of the electric control box. And the first folding edge, the third folding edge and the top of the electric control box are encircled to form a water chute. According to the electric control module waterproof structure of the modular air conditioner, the first folding edge, the second folding edge and the third folding edge are arranged to define the water retaining structure like a water guide groove, so that rainwater flows away from the two sides after falling into the water retaining structure, and even if the box door is opened, the first folding edge can block the rainwater and prevent the rainwater from being splashed into the electric control box; and the overall waterproof performance of the electric control box is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of modular air conditioners, in particular to a waterproof structure of an electric control module of a modular air conditioner. Background Art

[0002] The outdoor unit of the modular air-conditioning unit is generally installed outdoors, and an electric control module is provided in the outdoor unit, which is used to realize the connection and control with the indoor unit. The electric control module is an important module for the operation of the air conditioner. Once damaged, the unit will not be able to start. If rainwater penetrates into the unit on rainy days, it will seriously affect the life and safety of the air conditioner. Therefore, the electric control module is generally integrated in an electric control box, and a detachable box cover is provided to facilitate the maintenance and repair of the electric control module. The existing electric control box and the box cover are usually connected together via a snap-on structure or screws. Although such a connection structure is convenient for waterproofing, it is inconvenient to disassemble. When the box cover is set as a box door that can be opened independently, the waterproofing is usually only effective when the box door is closed. When the box door needs to be opened after the electric control box is wet, the rainwater remaining on the electric control box will still drip into the electric control box, and the overall waterproofing effect is not ideal.

[0003] It can be seen that the existing technology still needs to be improved and enhanced. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of the above-mentioned deficiencies in the prior art, the purpose of the present invention is to provide a waterproof structure of an electric control module of a modular air conditioner, aiming to solve the technical problem of unsatisfactory overall waterproof effect of the electric control box in the prior art.

[0005] In order to achieve the above purpose, the utility model adopts the following technical solutions:

[0006] A waterproof structure of an electric control module of a modular air conditioner, comprising: an electric control box and a box door installed on the electric control box, wherein the electric control box is installed on a crossbeam of a unit; the electric control box is provided with a first folded edge, the box door is provided with a second folded edge, and the crossbeam is provided with a third folded edge, the end of the first folded edge is blocked by the second folded edge, the end of the second folded edge is blocked by the third folded edge, and the end of the third folded edge is blocked by the top of the electric control box, the first folded edge, the third folded edge and the top of the electric control box are combined to form a water guide groove that can collect and discharge rainwater, and the second folded edge is used to block rainwater from entering the electric control box from the gap between the box door and the electric control box and guide the rainwater into the water guide groove.

[0007] The waterproof structure of the electric control module of the modular air conditioner, wherein the electric control box includes a mounting plate, a top plate, a bottom plate, a back plate, a left plate and a right plate, the mounting plate is connected to the top plate, the three sides of the top plate are respectively connected to the back plate, the left plate and the right plate, the three sides of the bottom plate are respectively connected to the back plate, the left plate and the right plate, and the first folded edge is formed by bending outward from the free side of the top plate.

[0008] The waterproof structure of the electric control module of the modular air conditioner is as follows: the three sides of the top plate without the first folded edge are all provided with waterproof folded edges bent inwardly; the side of the bottom plate close to the box door is provided with a fourth folded edge bent outwardly, and the three sides of the bottom plate without the fourth folded edge are also provided with waterproof folded edges bent inwardly; the waterproof folded edges are used to waterproof the connections between the top plate and the bottom plate and the back plate, the left plate and the right plate respectively.

[0009] The waterproof structure of the electric control module of the modular air conditioner, wherein the mounting plate includes a connecting bottom plate connected to the top plate, the connecting bottom plate is bent to provide a connecting side plate, the connecting side plate is bent to provide a shielding plate, and a clearance space is provided between the shielding plate and the top plate.

[0010] The waterproof structure of the electric control module of the modular air conditioner, wherein the crossbeam is provided with an inner folding edge, the inner folding edge is connected to the connecting side plate via screws, and the clearance space is used for a human hand or a robot to pass through to screw the connecting side plate and the inner folding edge.

[0011] The waterproof structure of the electric control module of the modular air conditioner, wherein the crossbeam also includes an outer plate bent and connected to the inner folded edge, and the second folded edge is bent and connected to the outer plate.

[0012] The waterproof structure of the electric control module of the modular air conditioner, wherein a sponge pad is provided on the inner side of the box door, and the sponge pad is used for waterproofing.

[0013] The waterproof structure of the electric control module of the modular air conditioner, wherein the box door is connected to the left panel or the right panel via a hidden hinge, and a door lock is provided on the side of the box door away from the hidden hinge, and the door lock is used to lock the box door to keep the box door closed.

[0014] Beneficial effects:

[0015] The utility model provides a waterproof structure of an electric control module of a modular air conditioner, comprising an electric control box and a box door installed on the electric control box, wherein the electric control box is installed on a crossbeam of a machine unit; the electric control box is provided with a first folded edge, the box door is provided with a second folded edge, and the crossbeam is provided with a third folded edge, an end of the first folded edge is blocked by the second folded edge, an end of the second folded edge is blocked by the third folded edge, and an end of the third folded edge is blocked by the top of the electric control box, the first folded edge, the third folded edge and the top of the electric control box are combined to form a water guide groove that can collect and discharge rainwater, and the second folded edge is used to block rainwater from entering the electric control box from a gap between the box door and the electric control box and guide the rainwater into the water guide groove. The waterproof structure of the electric control module of the modular air conditioner is formed by setting a first folded edge, a second folded edge and a third folded edge to form a water retaining structure like a water guide groove, so that rainwater falls into the water retaining structure and flows away from both sides. Even if the box door is opened, the first folded edge can block the rainwater to prevent rainwater from splashing into the electric control box, thereby achieving the advantage of improving the waterproof effect of the electric control box. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of the electric control box provided by the utility model with the box door in an open state;

[0017] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the crossbeam provided by the utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the cutaway structure of the electric control box provided by the utility model;

[0019] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the installation structure of the electric control box, the box door and the crossbeam provided by the utility model;

[0020] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of the electric control box provided by the utility model installed on the unit.

[0021] Reference numerals:

[0022] 1—Electric control box 11—First folded edge 12—Top plate

[0023] 13 - bottom plate 14 - back plate 15 - left side plate

[0024] 16—right side plate 17—waterproof fold 18—fourth fold

[0025] 2—Box door 21—Second folded edge 22—Sponge pad

[0026] 23—Hidden hinge 24—Door lock 3—Beam

[0027] 31 - third fold 32 - inner fold 33 - outer plate

[0028] 4—Mounting plate 41—Connecting bottom plate 42—Connecting side plate

[0029] 43—Baffle 44—Make way. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0030] The utility model provides a waterproof structure of an electric control module of a modular air conditioner. In order to make the purpose, technical solution and effect of the utility model clearer and more specific, the utility model is further described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described here are only used to explain the utility model and are not used to limit the utility model.

[0031] In the description of the present utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", etc. indicating directions or positional relationships are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present utility model and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific direction, and a specific direction structure and operation, and therefore, cannot be understood as a limitation on the present utility model. In addition, "first" and "second" are only for descriptive purposes, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, the features defined as "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. In the description of the present utility model, unless otherwise specified, "multiple" means two or more.

[0032] See also Figures 1 to 5As shown, the utility model provides a waterproof structure of an electric control module of a modular air conditioner, which includes: an electric control box 1 and a box door 2 installed on the electric control box 1, the electric control box 1 is installed on the crossbeam 3 of the unit; the electric control box 1 is provided with a first folded edge 11, the box door 2 is provided with a second folded edge 21, and the crossbeam 3 is provided with a third folded edge 31, the end of the first folded edge 11 is blocked by the second folded edge 21, the end of the second folded edge 21 is blocked by the third folded edge 31, and the end of the third folded edge 31 is blocked by the top of the electric control box 1, the first folded edge 11, the third folded edge 31 and the top of the electric control box 1 are combined to form a water guide groove that can collect and discharge rainwater, the second folded edge 21 is used to block rainwater from entering the electric control box 1 from the gap between the box door 2 and the electric control box 1 and guide the rainwater into the water guide groove, and the two ends of the water guide groove are not sealed. In this embodiment, the first folded edge 11 is formed by bending upward from the top plate 12 of the electric control box 1 near the box door 2, the second folded edge 21 is formed by bending from the upper end of the box door 2 toward the direction of the electric control box 1, and the third folded edge 31 is formed by bending downward from the bottom of the crossbeam 3. On rainy days, the second folded edge 21 blocks the gap between the box door 2 and the electric control box 1. When rain falls on the crossbeam 3 and the box door 2, part of the rain will flow into the water guide groove along the second folded edge 21 and the third folded edge 31, and then flow away from the two ends of the water guide groove. The first folded edge 11 blocks the rain in the water guide groove to prevent rain from infiltrating into the electric control box 1. The other three sides of the box door 2 are all provided with water-retaining folded edges in the same bending direction as the second folded edge 21. The water-retaining folded edge and the second folded edge 21 cooperate to enclose and shield the connection gap between the electric control box 1 and the box door 2 for waterproofing.

[0033] See also Figure 3 to Figure 4 As shown, the electric control box 1 includes a mounting plate 4, a top plate 12, a bottom plate 13, a back plate 14, a left side plate 15 and a right side plate 16. The mounting plate 4 is connected to the top plate 12. The three sides of the top plate 12 are respectively connected to the back plate 14, the left side plate 15 and the right side plate 16. The three sides of the bottom plate 13 are respectively connected to the back plate 14, the left side plate 15 and the right side plate 16. The first folding edge 11 is formed by bending outward from the free side of the top plate 12. In this embodiment, the mounting plate 4 can be connected to the top plate 12 by welding or riveting. The top plate 12 is connected to the back plate 14, the left side plate 15 and the right side plate 16 by welding. The back plate 14 and the bottom plate 13 are an integrated structure. The back plate 14 is formed by bending upward from the rear end of the bottom plate 13. The left and right sides of the bottom plate 13 are respectively welded to the left side plate 15 and the right side plate 16.

[0034] See also Figure 1 , Figure 3As shown, the three sides of the top plate 12 without the first folded edge 11 are all provided with inwardly bent waterproof folded edges 17, and the waterproof folded edges 17 cover the upper ends of the back plate 14, the left plate 15 and the right plate 16, and are fully welded through a welding process, so as to improve the waterproof effect of the electric control box 1; the side of the bottom plate 13 close to the box door 2 is provided with an outwardly bent fourth folded edge 18, and the fourth folded edge 18 is used to prevent rainwater from falling from the bottom from splashing into the box from the bottom connecting gap between the electric control box 1 and the box door 2, and the three sides of the bottom plate 13 without the fourth folded edge 18 are also provided with inwardly bent waterproof folded edges 17; the waterproof folded edges 17 are used to waterproof the connection between the top plate 12 and the bottom plate 13 and the back plate 14, the left plate 15 and the right plate 16 respectively. In this embodiment, the bottom plate 13 and the back plate 14 are an integrated structure, therefore, there is no waterproof folded edge 17 on the rear side of the bottom plate 13, while the waterproof folded edges 17 on the left and right sides respectively cover the bottom ends of the left side plate 15 and the right side plate 16, and are fully welded together through a welding process, and the waterproof folded edges 17 are also provided at the connection between the back plate 14 and the left side plate 15 and the right side plate 16 respectively and are fully welded together, and the left side plate 15 and the right side plate 16 are both provided with a fifth folded edge bent outward on the side close to the box door 2, and the fifth folded edge can cooperate with the water-retaining folded edges on the left and right sides of the box door 2 to block water, thereby improving the waterproof effect of the electric control box 1.

[0035] See also Figure 4 As shown, the mounting plate 4 includes a connecting bottom plate 41 connected to the top plate 12, the connecting bottom plate 41 is bent to be provided with a connecting side plate 42, the connecting side plate 42 is bent to be provided with a shielding plate 43, and a clearance space 44 is provided between the shielding plate 43 and the top plate 12. In this embodiment, the connecting bottom plate 41 is fixedly connected to the top plate 12 by welding or riveting, the connecting bottom plate 41, the connecting side plate 42 and the shielding plate 43 are an integrated structure, the connecting side plate 42 is bent upward from the side of the connecting bottom plate 41 away from the box door 2, the shielding plate 43 is bent backward from the side of the connecting side plate 42 away from the bottom plate 13, and the end of the shielding plate 43 away from the connecting side plate 42 is bent downward at 45° to be provided with an inclined plate, and the inclined plate is used to prevent rainwater from splashing into the clearance space 44. The connecting bottom plate 41 , the connecting side plate 42 and the first folded edge 11 form the water guide groove. The connecting side plate 42 can also block rainwater to prevent rainwater from flowing backwards and penetrating into the electric control box 1 from the rear.

[0036] See also Figures 2 to 4As shown, the cross beam 3 is provided with an inner folding edge 32, and the inner folding edge 32 is connected to the connecting side plate 42 via screws, and the clearance space 44 is used for a human hand or a robot to pass through to screw the connecting side plate 42 and the inner folding edge 32. In this embodiment, when the electric control box 1 is installed on the cross beam 3, the connecting side plate 42 is made to fit with the inner folding edge 32, and then the connecting side plate 42 and the inner folding edge 32 are screwed into the clearance space 44 from the rear. For the convenience of screwing, corresponding through holes can be provided on the connecting side plate 42 and the inner folding edge 32 respectively. The inclined plate is provided with a folding edge on the side away from the shielding plate 43, and the folding edge fits with the inclined plate, so as to prevent the edge of the inclined plate from cutting the worker's hand when screwing.

[0037] See also Figures 2 to 4 As shown, the cross beam 3 also includes an outer plate 33 that is bent and connected to the inner folded edge 32, and the second folded edge 21 is bent and connected to the outer plate 33. In this embodiment, the inner folded edge 32 and the outer plate 33 are parallel to each other, the upper end of the outer plate 33 is bent backward to form an upper end panel, the inner folded edge 32 is bent downward from the upper end panel, the lower end of the outer plate 33 is bent backward to form a lower end panel, the second folded edge 21 is bent downward from the lower end panel, the second folded edge 21, the outer plate 33 and the inner folded edge 32 are an integrated structure, and the outer plate 33 is used to shield the screws installed on the inner folded edge 32 from being wetted by rainwater, thereby preventing the screws from getting wet and rusting, avoiding affecting the service life of the screws, and ensuring the installation stability and safety of the electric control box 1.

[0038] See also Figure 1 As shown, a sponge pad 22 is provided on the inner side of the box door 2, and the sponge pad 22 is used for waterproofing. In this embodiment, the sponge pad 22 is made of waterproof sponge, and the sponge pad 22 is attached to the inner side of the box door 2, and the shape of the sponge pad 22 must match the opening shape of the electric control box 1. When the box door 2 is closed, the sponge pad 22 is used as a sealing member to seal the connection gap between the box door 2 and the electric control box 1, thereby further improving the overall waterproof performance of the electric control box 1.

[0039] See also Figure 1As shown, the box door 2 is connected to the left side plate 15 or the right side plate 16 via a hidden hinge 23, and a door lock 24 is provided on the side of the box door 2 away from the hidden hinge 23, and the door lock 24 is used to lock the box door 2 to keep the box door 2 closed. In this embodiment, there are two box doors 2, and the two box doors 2 are respectively connected to the front side of the left side plate 15 and the front side of the right side plate 16 via hidden hinges 23 to form a double-door form; the door lock 24 uses a conventional lock suitable for double doors. When the two box doors 2 are in the closed state, the two sides close to each other are locked via the door lock 24. There are no screws on the surface of the electric control box 1 and the box door 2, which can effectively prevent rainwater from wetting the screws and rusting, and also prevent rainwater from penetrating into the electric control box 1 from the screw holes, further improving the waterproof performance of the electric control box 1, and at the same time, the double-door box door 2 is convenient for maintenance and repair of the electric control module.

[0040] In summary, the utility model provides a waterproof structure of an electric control module of a modular air conditioner, comprising an electric control box 1 and a box door 2 installed on the electric control box 1, wherein the electric control box 1 is installed on the crossbeam 3 of the unit; the electric control box 1 is provided with a first folded edge 11, the box door 2 is provided with a second folded edge 21, and the crossbeam 3 is provided with a third folded edge 31, the end of the first folded edge 11 is blocked by the second folded edge 21, the end of the second folded edge 21 is blocked by the third folded edge 31, and the end of the third folded edge 31 is blocked by the top of the electric control box 1, and the first folded edge 11, the second folded edge 21, the third folded edge 31 and the top of the electric control box 1 together form a water retaining structure. The waterproof structure of the electric control module of the modular air conditioner is formed by setting a first folded edge 11, a second folded edge 21 and a third folded edge 31 to form a water retaining structure like a water guide groove, so that rainwater falls into the water retaining structure and flows away from both sides. Even if the box door 2 is opened, the first folded edge 11 can block the rainwater and prevent the rainwater from splashing into the electric control box 1, thereby achieving the advantage of improving the waterproof effect of the electric control box 1.

[0041] It is understandable that those skilled in the art can make equivalent substitutions or changes based on the technical solution and utility model concept of the utility model, and all these changes or substitutions should fall within the protection scope of the claims attached to the utility model.

Claims

1. A waterproof structure of an electric control module of a modular air conditioner, characterized in that: include: An electric control box (1) and a box door (2) mounted on the electric control box (1), wherein the electric control box (1) is mounted on a crossbeam (3) of a unit; the electric control box (1) is provided with a first folded edge (11), the box door (2) is provided with a second folded edge (21), and the crossbeam (3) is provided with a third folded edge (31); the end of the first folded edge (11) is blocked by the second folded edge (21), the end of the second folded edge (21) is blocked by the third folded edge (31), and the end of the third folded edge (31) is blocked by the top of the electric control box (1); the first folded edge (11), the third folded edge (31) and the top of the electric control box (1) are combined to form a water guide groove capable of collecting and discharging rainwater; the second folded edge (21) is used to block rainwater from entering the electric control box (1) through a gap between the box door (2) and the electric control box (1) and to guide the rainwater into the water guide groove.

2. The waterproof structure of the electric control module of the modular air conditioner according to claim 1 is characterized in that: The electric control box (1) comprises a mounting plate (4), a top plate (12), a bottom plate (13), a back plate (14), a left side plate (15) and a right side plate (16); the mounting plate (4) is connected to the top plate (12); the three sides of the top plate (12) are respectively connected to the back plate (14), the left side plate (15) and the right side plate (16); the three sides of the bottom plate (13) are respectively connected to the back plate (14), the left side plate (15) and the right side plate (16); and the first folded edge (11) is formed by bending outward from the free side of the top plate (12).

3. The waterproof structure of the electric control module of the modular air conditioner according to claim 2 is characterized in that: The three sides of the top plate (12) without the first folded edge (11) are all provided with waterproof folded edges (17) bent inwardly; the side of the bottom plate (13) close to the box door (2) is provided with a fourth folded edge (18) bent outwardly, and the three sides of the bottom plate (13) without the fourth folded edge (18) are also provided with waterproof folded edges (17) bent inwardly; the waterproof folded edges (17) are used to waterproof the connection between the top plate (12) and the bottom plate (13) and the back plate (14), the left side plate (15) and the right side plate (16) respectively.

4. The waterproof structure of the electric control module of the modular air conditioner according to claim 3 is characterized in that: The mounting plate (4) comprises a connecting bottom plate (41) connected to the top plate (12); the connecting bottom plate (41) is bent to provide a connecting side plate (42); the connecting side plate (42) is bent to provide a shielding plate (43); and a clearance space (44) is provided between the shielding plate (43) and the top plate (12).

5. The waterproof structure of the electric control module of the modular air conditioner according to claim 4 is characterized in that: The crossbeam (3) is provided with an inner folding edge (32), and the inner folding edge (32) is connected to the connecting side plate (42) via screws. The clearance space (44) is used for a human hand or a robot to pass through to screw the connecting side plate (42) and the inner folding edge (32).

6. The waterproof structure of the electric control module of the modular air conditioner according to claim 5 is characterized in that: The cross beam (3) further comprises an outer plate (33) which is bent and connected to the inner folded edge (32), and the second folded edge (21) is bent and connected to the outer plate (33).

7. The waterproof structure of the electric control module of the modular air conditioner according to claim 1 is characterized in that: A sponge pad (22) is provided on the inner side of the box door (2), and the sponge pad (22) is used for waterproofing.

8. The waterproof structure of the electric control module of the modular air conditioner according to claim 2 is characterized in that: The box door (2) is connected to the left side plate (15) or the right side plate (16) via a hidden hinge (23); a door lock (24) is provided on the side of the box door (2) away from the hidden hinge (23); the door lock (24) is used to lock the box door (2) to keep the box door (2) in a closed state.