Middle partition plate assembly and air conditioner outdoor unit

Abstract

The utility model discloses a middle partition plate assembly and an air conditioner outdoor unit. The middle partition plate assembly comprises a middle partition plate and an electric control box mounting plate. The middle partition plate assembly is used for the air conditioner outdoor unit, the air conditioner outdoor unit comprises a shell, the middle partition plate is arranged in the shell and used for dividing the space in the shell into a fan cavity and a compressor cavity, a mounting opening and a wire passing opening are formed in the middle partition plate, and the wire passing opening is located below the mounting opening and communicates with the mounting opening; the electric control box mounting plate is arranged at the mounting opening, at least one of the two sides, in the thickness direction of the middle partition plate, of the lower end of the electric control box mounting plate is provided with a folded edge, the folded edge is supported on the lower edge of the mounting opening, at least part of the folded edge is located on the side, away from the fan cavity, of the middle partition plate, and the folded edge is arranged opposite to the wire passing opening in the vertical direction. According to the middle partition plate assembly, wires can penetrate through the middle partition plate assembly conveniently, installation is easy, the assembling efficiency is high, rain and water can be shielded, the stability and safety of the air conditioner outdoor unit are improved, and meanwhile the assembling and production cost is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of air handling equipment technology, and in particular to a partition assembly and an outdoor unit for air conditioning. Background Art

[0002] In related technologies, the outdoor unit of an air conditioner, as an important component of both residential and commercial air conditioners, is used for cooling and heating. An outdoor unit typically consists of a casing, compressor, fan assembly, and electrical control components. To prevent interference between the fan assembly and compressor, a partition is usually installed inside the casing to separate them. The fan assembly and compressor need to be electrically connected to the electrical control components via wires to maintain the normal operation of the outdoor unit. Therefore, the partition usually has wiring openings for the wires to pass through. However, rainwater is prone to splashing at these openings, potentially causing rainwater to pass through and contact the electrical control components, affecting the stability of the outdoor unit and posing a safety hazard. Furthermore, in existing technologies, the wiring openings on the partition generally require the use of rubber rings to assemble the wires and prevent water leakage from the fan assembly side to the electrical control components on the compressor side. The assembly process for these rubber rings is complex and costly, significantly impacting the assembly efficiency and cost of the outdoor unit. Utility Model Content

[0003] This utility model aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this utility model proposes a partition assembly, which facilitates the installation of wires, is simple to install and has high assembly efficiency, can provide rain and water protection, improves the stability and safety of the outdoor unit of the air conditioner, and reduces assembly and production costs.

[0004] This utility model also proposes an outdoor unit for an air conditioner, which includes the aforementioned partition assembly.

[0005] A partition assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a partition and an electrical control box mounting plate. The partition assembly is used in an outdoor air conditioning unit, which includes a housing. The partition is disposed within the housing to divide the internal space of the housing into a fan chamber and a compressor chamber. The partition has a mounting opening and a wiring opening, the wiring opening being located below and communicating with the mounting opening. The electrical control box mounting plate is disposed at the mounting opening. At least one of the two sides of the lower end of the electrical control box mounting plate along the thickness direction of the partition has a folded edge. The folded edge is supported by the lower edge of the mounting opening and is at least partially located on the side of the partition away from the fan chamber. The folded edge is positioned opposite the wiring opening in the vertical direction.

[0006] According to the embodiment of this utility model, the partition assembly has an installation port and a wiring port located below and communicating with the installation port. This facilitates the installation of wires through the wiring port to complete electrical connections, saving material costs and making it easier for operators to install wires, simplifying the operation and installation process, and thus improving the assembly efficiency of the outdoor air conditioning unit. Furthermore, by providing at least a portion of a folded edge along the lower end of the electrical control box mounting plate located at the installation port, on the side of the partition facing away from the fan cavity, and positioning the folded edge opposite the wiring port in the vertical direction, a waterproof function is achieved. This effectively prevents rainwater entering the compressor cavity through the wiring port from splashing upwards and contacting the electrical control components, avoiding damage to the electrical control components due to moisture or potential safety accidents, thereby improving the stability, reliability, and safety of the outdoor air conditioning unit. Simultaneously, the absence of other accessories simplifies the assembly process, improves assembly efficiency, and reduces assembly and production costs.

[0007] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the free end portion of the folded edge is bent upward or downward to form a first edging, and the first edging is stacked with other areas of the folded edge.

[0008] According to some embodiments of this utility model, the free end of the folded edge is wrapped with sponge.

[0009] In some embodiments of this utility model, the outer edge of the wire passage is bent toward the compressor cavity or the fan cavity to form a second edging, and the second edging is stacked with other areas of the partition plate.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the extension length of the folded edge in the thickness direction of the partition plate is greater than 15mm.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the lower end of the electrical control box mounting plate is provided with folded edges on both sides along the thickness direction of the partition plate, which are respectively the first folded edge and the second folded edge. The electrical control box mounting plate includes a mounting plate body and a reinforcing member. The mounting plate body is located at the mounting opening, and the lower end of the mounting plate body has the first folded edge bent toward the compressor cavity. The reinforcing member is located on the side of the mounting plate body away from the first folded edge and is connected to the mounting plate body. The lower end of the reinforcing member has the second folded edge bent toward the fan cavity.

[0012] In some embodiments of this utility model, the free end of the second folded edge has a downwardly bent and extended water-blocking edge, which is located on the side of the partition plate away from the compressor cavity. In the width direction of the partition plate, the water-blocking edge is misaligned with the wire passage.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the lower edge of the mounting port is provided with a flange that bends toward the thickness direction of the partition plate, and the flange is supported on the flange.

[0014] In some embodiments of this utility model, the folding length of the flange is greater than 15mm.

[0015] An outdoor unit for an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: the aforementioned partition assembly.

[0016] According to an embodiment of this utility model, the outdoor unit of the air conditioner features a partition plate that divides the internal space of the unit into a fan chamber and a compressor chamber. The partition plate has an installation port and a wiring port located below and communicating with the installation port. This facilitates the installation of wires through the wiring port for electrical connection, saving material costs and simplifying the operation and installation process, thereby improving the assembly efficiency of the outdoor unit. Furthermore, the lower end of the electrical control box mounting plate at the installation port has a folded edge, at least partially located on the side of the partition plate away from the fan chamber, positioned vertically opposite to the wiring port. This folded edge provides waterproofing, effectively preventing rainwater entering the compressor chamber through the wiring port from splashing upwards and contacting the electrical control components. This avoids damage to the electrical control components due to moisture or potential safety accidents, improving the stability, reliability, and safety of the outdoor unit. Simultaneously, the absence of other accessories simplifies the assembly process, improves assembly efficiency, and reduces assembly and production costs.

[0017] Additional aspects and advantages of this 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

[0018] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0019] Figure 1 This is a side view of the partition assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 It is along Figure 1 Sectional view of line AA in the middle;

[0021] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 Enlarged view of point B in the middle;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a perspective view of the partition plate of the partition plate assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0023] Figure 5This is a perspective view of the electrical control box mounting plate of the partition assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 6 This is a perspective view of the electrical control box mounting plate of the partition assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0025] Figure 7 This is a perspective view of an outdoor unit of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0026] Reference numerals:

[0027] 100. Middle partition assembly;

[0028] 1. Middle partition; 11. Mounting port; 111. Flanged edge; 12. Cable guide port; 121. Second edging;

[0029] 2. Electrical control box mounting plate; 21. Folded edge; 211. First folded edge; 212. Second folded edge; 213. First edging; 214. Water-retaining edge; 22. Mounting plate body; 23. Reinforcing component;

[0030] 200. Air conditioner outdoor unit;

[0031] 3. Shell;

[0032] 4. Fan cavity;

[0033] 5. Compressor cavity;

[0034] 6. Wind turbine assembly; 61. Wind rotor;

[0035] 7. Heat exchanger;

[0036] 8. Compressor;

[0037] 9. Electronic control components;

[0038] 10. Radiator. Detailed Implementation

[0039] The embodiments of this utility model 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 this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0040] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "transverse," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this utility model 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 this utility model. Furthermore, features defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0041] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" 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 utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0042] The partition assembly 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention is described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0043] like Figure 1 As shown, the partition assembly 100 according to an embodiment of the present utility model includes a partition 1 and an electrical control box mounting plate 2.

[0044] Specifically, such as Figure 1 and Figure 7 As shown, the partition assembly 100 is used in the outdoor unit 200 of the air conditioner. The outdoor unit 200 includes a housing 3, and the partition 1 is disposed inside the housing 3 to divide the internal space of the housing 3 into a fan chamber 4 and a compressor chamber 5. The housing 3 is provided with an air inlet and an air outlet communicating with the fan chamber 4. The fan chamber 4 is provided with a fan assembly 6 and a heat exchanger 7. The fan assembly 6 is used to drive airflow to enter through the air inlet and exit through the air outlet. During the airflow, the airflow exchanges heat with the heat exchanger 7. The fan assembly 6 includes a drive motor and a fan wheel 61. The fan wheel 61 is connected to the output shaft of the drive motor to drive the fan wheel 61 to rotate, thereby driving the airflow. The fan chamber 4 is also provided with a motor bracket to support the drive motor.

[0045] In addition, the compressor chamber 5 contains a compressor 8, which is responsible for compressing the refrigerant into a high-temperature, high-pressure gas. The compressor chamber 5 is isolated from the external environment, which helps ensure the operating performance and stability of the compressor 8. The partition 1 effectively isolates the two different functional areas, avoiding operational interference between the fan assembly 6 and the compressor 8. This helps isolate and protect the functions and performance of different components, reduces interference between the fan chamber 4 and the compressor chamber 5, and ensures the performance of the fan assembly 6 and the compressor 8, thereby improving the performance stability of the outdoor unit 200. The partition 1 can be made of metal to ensure sufficient strength and durability.

[0046] Furthermore, the partition 1 has a mounting opening 11 and a wiring opening 12. The wiring opening 12 is located below and communicates with the mounting opening 11. The electrical control box mounting plate 2 is located at the mounting opening 11, and its lower end is supported by the lower edge of the mounting opening 11. The electrical control box mounting plate 2 can be connected to electrical control components 9 such as the electrical control board and the heat sink 10, and the electrical control box mounting plate 2 can serve as the mounting and positioning base for the electrical control components 9 and the heat sink 10. By setting the electrical control box mounting plate 2, it is convenient to fix the electrical control components 9 and the heat sink 10 to the partition 1, thus optimizing the assembly process. The upper end of the mounting opening 11 is open, which facilitates the installation of the electrical control box mounting plate 2 from top to bottom onto the mounting opening 11 of the partition 1, providing convenience for assembly and improving the assembly efficiency of the partition assembly 100.

[0047] For example, the electrical control box mounting plate 2 may have an opening, the electrical control box mounting plate 2 may be located on the side of the partition 1 facing the compressor cavity 5 and connected to the partition 1, the electrical control component 9 may be located on the side of the electrical control box mounting plate 2 away from the fan cavity 4 and connected to the electrical control box mounting plate 2, and the radiator 10 may be connected to the side of the electrical control box mounting plate 2 facing the fan cavity 4 and pass through the above-mentioned opening and mounting port 11.

[0048] The mounting port 11 has a cable passage 12 below it for wires to pass through. The electrical control component 9 can be electrically connected to the fan assembly 6, heat exchanger 7, and compressor 8 via wires to continuously supply electrical energy and control and regulate them, thereby maintaining the normal operation of the fan assembly 6, heat exchanger 7, and compressor 8, and ensuring the performance and operation of the outdoor air conditioning unit 200. The electrical control component 9 is opposite to the mounting port 11 and located on the side of the partition assembly 100 away from the fan cavity 4. By providing the cable passage 12 on the partition 1, it is easy for wires to pass through the cable passage 12 to connect the electrical control component 9 to the fan assembly 6 and heat exchanger 7 in the fan cavity 4. This not only ensures the reliability of the electrical connection between the electrical control component 9 and the fan assembly 6, but also eliminates the need for the wires to bypass the partition 1, avoiding unnecessary increases in wire length. This optimizes the structural design of the partition assembly 100 and the outdoor air conditioning unit 200 while also saving material costs.

[0049] It should be noted that the upper end of the wiring port 12 is open and connected to the mounting port 11. During the installation process, the operator can first insert the wire into the wiring port 12 through the open upper end of the wiring port 12, and then fix the electrical control box mounting plate 2 at the mounting port 11 of the middle partition plate 1. This facilitates the operator's installation, simplifies the operation, reduces the complexity and time cost of the installation process, and can improve the assembly efficiency of the air conditioner outdoor unit 200.

[0050] Furthermore, at least one of the two sides of the lower end of the electrical control box mounting plate 2 along the thickness direction of the partition plate 1 is provided with a folded edge 21. The folded edge 21 is supported on the lower edge of the mounting port 11 and is at least partially located on the side of the partition plate 1 away from the fan cavity 4. The folded edge 21 extends along the thickness direction of the partition plate 1 and is arranged opposite to the cable passage 12 in the vertical direction.

[0051] It is understood that the folded edge 21 is located at the lower edge of the electrical control box mounting plate 2 and supported by the lower edge of the mounting port 11. The electrical control component 9 is opposite to the mounting port 11, that is, the electrical control component 9 is located above the folded edge 21. When the outdoor unit 200 of the air conditioner is running, the fan cavity 4 is connected to the external environment and will be exposed to rainwater. When the impeller 61 rotates, it may carry rainwater from the fan cavity 4 through the wiring port 12 into the compressor cavity 5. In the thickness direction of the partition plate 1, at least a portion of the folded edge 21 is located on the side of the wiring port 12 of the partition plate 1 away from the fan cavity 4, and the folded edge 21 is located above the wiring port 12. Therefore, the folded edge 21 can play a waterproof role, which can effectively prevent rainwater entering the compressor cavity 5 from the wiring port 12 from splashing upward and contacting the electrical control component 9, avoiding damage to the electrical control component 9 due to moisture or causing safety accidents, and improving the stability, reliability and safety of the outdoor unit 200 of the air conditioner.

[0052] In addition, the waterproof protection of the wire passage can be achieved by the cooperation of the wire passage 12 and the folded edge 21, without the need for accessories such as wire passage rubber rings. This simplifies the assembly process, improves assembly efficiency, and reduces assembly and production costs.

[0053] According to the embodiment of this utility model, the partition plate assembly 100 has an installation port 11 and a wire passage 12 located below and communicating with the installation port 11. This facilitates the installation of wires through the wire passage 12 to complete electrical connections, saving material costs and making it easier for operators to install wires, simplifying the operation and installation process, and thus improving the assembly efficiency of the outdoor unit 200. Furthermore, by providing a folded edge 21 at least partially located on the side of the partition plate 1 facing away from the fan cavity 4 along the lower end of the electrical control box mounting plate 2 located at the installation port 11, and positioning the folded edge 21 opposite to the wire passage 12 in the vertical direction, it provides waterproofing. This effectively prevents rainwater entering the compressor cavity 5 through the wire passage 12 from splashing upwards and contacting the electrical control components 9, avoiding damage to the electrical control components 9 due to moisture or causing safety accidents, thereby improving the stability, reliability, and safety of the outdoor unit 200. Simultaneously, no other accessories are required, simplifying the assembly process, improving assembly efficiency, and reducing assembly and production costs.

[0054] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the free end of the folded edge 21 is bent upwards or downwards to form a first edging 213, which is stacked with other areas of the folded edge 21. The first edging 213 can be achieved through sheet metal pressing process. The bending process allows the first edging 213 to form a smooth arc at the junction with other areas of the folded edge 21, effectively reducing the sharpness of the free end of the folded edge 21. This protects the wires and prevents the free end of the folded edge 21 from scratching or damaging them when they pass through it, thereby improving the stability, reliability, and safety of the outdoor unit 200.

[0055] In some embodiments of this utility model, the free end of the folded edge 21 is wrapped with sponge. Sponge has the advantages of being soft, elastic, and low in cost, which can make the free end of the folded edge 21 soft, effectively reducing the hardness of the free end of the folded edge 21. This can protect the wire and prevent the free end of the folded edge 21 from scratching or even damaging the wire when it passes through the folded edge 21, thereby improving the stability, reliability, and safety of the outdoor unit 200 of the air conditioner.

[0056] In some embodiments of this utility model, the sponge is bonded to the folded edge 21, which ensures the stability of the connection between the sponge and the folded edge 21. The bonding process is simple and low-cost, simplifying the assembly process, improving assembly efficiency, and reducing assembly and production costs. Alternatively, the perimeter of the wire passage 12 can also be bonded to the sponge, protecting the wire while further reducing assembly and production costs.

[0057] Preferably, the outer edge of the wire passage 12 can also be wrapped with sponge, which is bonded to the outer edge of the wire passage 12, making the outer edge of the wire passage 12 soft and protecting the wire. This prevents the wire from being scratched or even damaged when passing through the wire passage 12, thereby improving the stability, reliability and safety of the outdoor unit 200 of the air conditioner.

[0058] In some embodiments of the present invention, Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the outer edge of the wire passage 12 is bent towards the compressor cavity 5 or the fan cavity 4 to form a second edging 121. The second edging 121 is stacked with other areas of the partition plate 1. The second edging 121 can be achieved through sheet metal pressing process. The bending process allows the second edging 121 to form a smooth arc at the junction with other areas of the partition plate 1, which can effectively reduce the sharpness of the outer edge of the wire passage 12, protect the wire, and prevent the wire from being scratched or even damaged when passing through the wire passage 12. This can improve the stability, reliability and safety of the outdoor unit 200 of the air conditioner.

[0059] In some embodiments of the present invention, Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, combined with Figure 5 and Figure 6 The extension length of the folded edge 21 in the thickness direction of the partition plate 1 is greater than 15mm. If the extension length of the folded edge 21 in the thickness direction of the partition plate 1 is less than or equal to 15mm, the width of the folded edge 21 in the thickness direction of the partition plate 1 is too narrow, and it cannot completely block all rainwater that passes through the wire passage 12 and splashes upward, thus failing to guarantee the waterproof protection effect at the wire passage. The extension length of the folded edge 21 in the thickness direction of the partition plate 1 is greater than 15mm, which can guarantee the waterproof effect at the wire passage, effectively blocking all rainwater that passes through the wire passage 12 and splashes upward, preventing the electrical control components 9 from coming into contact with water and being damaged or causing safety accidents, thereby ensuring the stability, reliability and safety of the outdoor unit 200 of the air conditioner.

[0060] In some embodiments of the present invention, Figure 3 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the lower end of the electrical control box mounting plate 2 has folded edges 21 on both sides along the thickness direction of the partition plate 1, which are respectively the first folded edge 211 and the second folded edge 212. The electrical control box mounting plate 2 includes a mounting plate body 22 and a reinforcing member 23. The mounting plate body 22 is located at the mounting opening 11, and the lower end of the mounting plate body 22 has a first folded edge 211 bent toward the compressor cavity 5. The reinforcing member 23 is located on the side of the mounting plate body 22 away from the first folded edge 211 and is connected to the mounting plate body 22. The lower end of the reinforcing member 23 has a second folded edge 212 bent toward the fan cavity 4, and the second folded edge 212 is supported on the lower edge of the mounting opening 11.

[0061] It is understood that the first folded edge 211 bends and extends towards the compressor cavity 5 at the lower end of the mounting plate body 22, and the second folded edge 212 bends and extends towards the fan cavity 4 at the lower end of the reinforcing member 23. By setting the first folded edge 211 and the second folded edge 212, the extension length of the folded edge 21 in the thickness direction of the partition plate 1 can be effectively increased, ensuring the waterproof effect at the wire passage. This can ensure that all rainwater that passes through the wire passage 12 and splashes upward is blocked, preventing the electrical control components 9 from being damaged by water or causing safety accidents. In this way, the stability, reliability and safety of the air conditioner outdoor unit 200 can be guaranteed.

[0062] On the other hand, the electronic control component 9 is installed on the side of the mounting plate body 22 near the compressor cavity 5. The first folded edge 211 at the lower end of the mounting plate body 22 provides an additional support platform, which can ensure the connection stability and reliability of the electronic control component 9 and the mounting plate body 22, thereby enhancing the overall structural stability and reliability of the air conditioner outdoor unit 200.

[0063] Optionally, the lower surfaces of the first fold 211 and the second fold 212 can be flush.

[0064] In some embodiments of the present invention, Figure 3 and Figure 5 As shown, the free end of the second folded edge 212 has a downwardly bent and extended water-blocking edge 214. The water-blocking edge 214 is located on the side of the partition plate 1 away from the compressor cavity 5. In the width direction of the partition plate 1, the water-blocking edge 214 is offset from the wire passage 12.

[0065] It is understandable that the water-blocking edge 214 is staggered from the wiring port 12 to prevent the water-blocking edge 214 from obstructing the wiring port 12 and interfering with the installation of wires. The reasonable structural arrangement ensures the normal operation of the outdoor unit 200. The water-blocking edge 214 is located on the side of the partition 1 away from the compressor cavity 5. The compressor cavity 5 contains the compressor 8 and the electronic control components 9, etc. The water-blocking edge 214 helps prevent rainwater in the fan cavity 4 from entering the compressor cavity 5 through the gap between the folded edge 21 and the partition 1, enhancing the waterproof effect of the partition assembly 100, protecting the performance and safe operation of the electronic control components 9 and the compressor 8, and thus improving the stability, reliability and safety of the outdoor unit 200.

[0066] In some embodiments of the present invention, Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, the lower edge of the mounting opening 11 is provided with a flange 111 that bends towards the thickness direction of the partition plate 1, and the flange 21 is supported on the flange 111. The flange 111 bends and extends towards the compressor cavity 5 at the lower edge of the mounting opening 11, which can provide support for the electrical control box mounting plate 2 and the electrical control components 9 connected to the electrical control box mounting plate 2, and can ensure the stability and reliability of the electrical control box mounting plate 2 and the electrical control components 9 connected to the electrical control box mounting plate 2 at the mounting opening 11, thereby enhancing the overall structural stability of the air conditioner outdoor unit 200.

[0067] On the other hand, when the operator assembles the electrical control box mounting plate 2, the operator installs the electrical control box mounting plate 2 from top to bottom to the mounting port 11 from the upper end of the partition plate 1. At this time, the flange 111 can provide support and hold the electrical control box mounting plate 2, making it easier for the operator to perform subsequent fastener connection and other operations, reducing the complexity and time cost in the installation process, and thus improving the assembly efficiency of the partition plate assembly 100 and the air conditioner outdoor unit 200.

[0068] Preferably, such as Figure 4 As shown in the example, multiple reinforcing ribs can be provided at the bend of the flange 111. The reinforcing ribs can be formed into grooves, which can enhance the structural strength and support of the flange 111, thereby further improving the stability and reliability of the electrical control box mounting plate 2 at the mounting opening 11.

[0069] In some embodiments of the present invention, Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the folding length of the flange 111 is greater than 15mm. The folded edge 21 of the lower edge of the electrical control box mounting plate 2 abuts against the flange 111. The extension length of the flange 111 in the thickness direction of the partition plate 1 is greater than 15mm, which can ensure the contact area between the folded edge 21 and the flange 111, enhance the supporting force of the flange 111, improve the stability and reliability of the electrical control box mounting plate 2 at the mounting opening 11, and thus enhance the overall structural stability of the air conditioner outdoor unit 200.

[0070] The following describes an outdoor unit 200 of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0071] The outdoor unit 200 of the air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present utility model includes: the above-mentioned partition assembly 100.

[0072] Specifically, such as Figure 1 and Figure 7As shown, the partition assembly 100 includes a partition 1 and an electrical control box mounting plate 2. The outdoor unit 200 of the air conditioner also includes a housing 3. The partition 1 is disposed inside the housing 3 and is used to divide the internal space of the housing 3 into a fan chamber 4 and a compressor chamber 5. The housing 3 is provided with an air inlet and an air outlet communicating with the fan chamber 4. The fan chamber 4 is provided with a fan assembly 6 and a heat exchanger 7. The fan assembly 6 is used to drive airflow to enter through the air inlet and exit through the air outlet. During the flow, the airflow exchanges heat with the heat exchanger 7. The fan assembly 6 includes a drive motor and a fan wheel 61. The fan wheel 61 is connected to the output shaft of the drive motor to drive the fan wheel 61 to rotate, thereby driving the airflow. A motor bracket is also provided inside the fan chamber 4 to support the drive motor.

[0073] In addition, the compressor chamber 5 contains a compressor 8, which is responsible for compressing the refrigerant into a high-temperature, high-pressure gas. The compressor chamber 5 is isolated from the external environment, which helps ensure the operating performance and stability of the compressor 8. The partition 1 effectively isolates the two different functional areas, avoiding operational interference between the fan assembly 6 and the compressor 8. This helps isolate and protect the functions and performance of different components, reduces interference between the fan chamber 4 and the compressor chamber 5, and ensures the performance of the fan assembly 6 and the compressor 8, thereby improving the performance stability of the outdoor unit 200. The partition 1 can be made of metal to ensure sufficient strength and durability.

[0074] Furthermore, the partition 1 has a mounting opening 11 and a wiring opening 12. The wiring opening 12 is located below and communicates with the mounting opening 11. The electrical control box mounting plate 2 is located at the mounting opening 11, and its lower end is supported by the lower edge of the mounting opening 11. The electrical control box mounting plate 2 can be connected to electrical control components 9 such as the electrical control board and the heat sink 10, and the electrical control box mounting plate 2 can serve as the mounting and positioning base for the electrical control components 9 and the heat sink 10. By setting the electrical control box mounting plate 2, it is convenient to fix the electrical control components 9 and the heat sink 10 to the partition 1, thus optimizing the assembly process. The upper end of the mounting opening 11 is open, which facilitates the installation of the electrical control box mounting plate 2 from top to bottom onto the mounting opening 11 of the partition 1, providing convenience for assembly and improving the assembly efficiency of the partition assembly 100.

[0075] For example, the electrical control box mounting plate 2 may have an opening, the electrical control box mounting plate 2 may be located on the side of the partition 1 facing the compressor cavity 5 and connected to the partition 1, the electrical control component 9 may be located on the side of the electrical control box mounting plate 2 away from the fan cavity 4 and connected to the electrical control box mounting plate 2, and the radiator 10 may be connected to the side of the electrical control box mounting plate 2 facing the fan cavity 4 and pass through the above-mentioned opening and mounting port 11.

[0076] The mounting port 11 has a cable passage 12 below it for wires to pass through. The electrical control component 9 can be electrically connected to the fan assembly 6, heat exchanger 7, and compressor 8 via wires to continuously supply electrical energy and control and regulate them, thereby maintaining the normal operation of the fan assembly 6, heat exchanger 7, and compressor 8, and ensuring the performance and operation of the outdoor air conditioning unit 200. The electrical control component 9 is opposite to the mounting port 11 and located on the side of the partition assembly 100 away from the fan cavity 4. By providing the cable passage 12 on the partition 1, it is easy for wires to pass through the cable passage 12 to connect the electrical control component 9 to the fan assembly 6 and heat exchanger 7 in the fan cavity 4. This not only ensures the reliability of the electrical connection between the electrical control component 9 and the fan assembly 6, but also eliminates the need for the wires to bypass the partition 1, avoiding unnecessary increases in wire length. This optimizes the structural design of the partition assembly 100 and the outdoor air conditioning unit 200 while also saving material costs.

[0077] It should be noted that the upper end of the wiring port 12 is open and connected to the mounting port 11. During the installation process, the operator can first insert the wire into the wiring port 12 through the open upper end of the wiring port 12, and then fix the electrical control box mounting plate 2 at the mounting port 11 of the middle partition plate 1. This facilitates the operator's installation, simplifies the operation, reduces the complexity and time cost of the installation process, and can improve the assembly efficiency of the air conditioner outdoor unit 200.

[0078] Furthermore, at least one of the two sides of the lower end of the electrical control box mounting plate 2 along the thickness direction of the partition plate 1 is provided with a folded edge 21. The folded edge 21 is supported on the lower edge of the mounting port 11 and is at least partially located on the side of the partition plate 1 away from the fan cavity 4. The folded edge 21 extends along the thickness direction of the partition plate 1 and is arranged opposite to the cable passage 12 in the vertical direction.

[0079] It is understood that the folded edge 21 is located at the lower edge of the electrical control box mounting plate 2 and supported by the lower edge of the mounting port 11. The electrical control component 9 is opposite to the mounting port 11, that is, the electrical control component 9 is located above the folded edge 21. When the outdoor unit 200 of the air conditioner is running, the fan cavity 4 is connected to the external environment and will be exposed to rainwater. When the impeller 61 rotates, it may carry rainwater from the fan cavity 4 through the wiring port 12 into the compressor cavity 5. In the thickness direction of the partition plate 1, at least a portion of the folded edge 21 is located on the side of the wiring port 12 of the partition plate 1 away from the fan cavity 4, and the folded edge 21 is located above the wiring port 12. Therefore, the folded edge 21 can play a waterproof role, which can effectively prevent rainwater entering the compressor cavity 5 from the wiring port 12 from splashing upward and contacting the electrical control component 9, avoiding damage to the electrical control component 9 due to moisture or causing safety accidents, and improving the stability, reliability and safety of the outdoor unit 200 of the air conditioner.

[0080] In addition, the waterproof protection of the wire passage can be achieved by the cooperation of the wire passage 12 and the folded edge 21, without the need for accessories such as wire passage rubber rings. This simplifies the assembly process, improves assembly efficiency, and reduces assembly and production costs.

[0081] According to the embodiment of the present invention, the outdoor unit 200 of the air conditioner has a partition plate 1 that divides the internal space of the housing 3 into a fan cavity 4 and a compressor cavity 5. The partition plate 1 has an installation port 11 and a wiring port 12 located below and communicating with the installation port 11. This facilitates the installation of wires through the wiring port 12 for electrical connection, saving material costs and making it easier for operators to install wires, simplifying the operation and installation process, and thus improving the assembly efficiency of the outdoor unit 200. Furthermore, by providing at least a partial flange 21 along the lower end of the electrical control box mounting plate 2 located at the installation port 11 on the side of the partition plate 1 facing away from the fan cavity 4, and positioning the flange 21 opposite to the wiring port 12 in the vertical direction, a waterproof function is achieved. This effectively prevents rainwater entering the compressor cavity 5 through the wiring port 12 from splashing upwards and contacting the electrical control components 9, avoiding damage to the electrical control components 9 due to moisture or causing safety accidents. This improves the stability, reliability, and safety of the outdoor unit 200. At the same time, no other parts are needed, which can simplify the assembly process, improve assembly efficiency, and reduce assembly and production costs.

[0082] Other components of the outdoor unit 200 of the air conditioner according to the present invention, such as the fan assembly 6, heat exchanger 7, compressor 8, radiator 10 and electronic control assembly 9, are known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here.

[0083] 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 present 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.

[0084] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will appreciate that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations may be made to the embodiments without departing from the principles and purpose of the present invention, and that the scope of the present invention is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A middle partition assembly, characterized in that: Used for an air conditioner outdoor unit, the air conditioner outdoor unit comprises a shell, and the middle partition assembly comprises: A middle partition, the middle partition is arranged in the shell and is used to separate the space in the shell into a fan chamber and a compressor chamber, the middle partition has a mounting opening and a wire passing opening, the wire passing opening is located below the mounting opening and is communicated with the mounting opening; An electric control box mounting plate, the electric control box mounting plate is arranged at the mounting opening, and the lower end of the electric control box mounting plate is provided with a folded edge on at least one of the two sides along the thickness direction of the middle partition, the folded edge is supported on the lower edge of the mounting opening and is at least partially located on the side of the middle partition away from the fan cavity, and the folded edge is arranged opposite to the wire passing opening in the up and down directions.

2. The middle partition assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The free end portion of the folded edge is bent upward or downward to form a first edge wrapping, and the first edge wrapping is stacked with other areas of the folded edge.

3. The middle partition assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The free end of the folded edge is wrapped with sponge.

4. The middle partition assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer edge portion of the wire-passing opening is bent toward the compressor cavity or the fan cavity to form a second edge wrapping, and the second edge wrapping is stacked with other areas of the middle partition.

5. The middle partition assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The extension length of the folded edge in the thickness direction of the middle partition is greater than 15 mm.

6. The middle partition assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower end of the electric control box mounting plate is provided with the folded edges on both sides along the thickness direction of the middle partition plate, and the folded edges are respectively the first folded edge and the second folded edge. The electric control box mounting plate comprises: A mounting plate body, the mounting plate body being arranged at the mounting opening, and the lower end of the mounting plate body having the first folded edge bent toward the compressor cavity; A reinforcement member is arranged on a side of the mounting plate body away from the first folded edge and connected to the mounting plate body, and the lower end of the reinforcement member has the second folded edge bent toward the fan cavity.

7. The middle partition assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that: The free end of the second folded edge has a water retaining edge that bends and extends downward, and the water retaining edge is located on the side of the middle partition away from the compressor chamber. In the width direction of the middle partition, the water retaining edge and the wire passing opening are staggered.

8. The middle partition assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower edge of the installation opening is provided with a flange bent toward one side in the thickness direction of the middle partition plate, and the flange is supported on the flange.

9. The middle partition assembly according to claim 8, characterized in that: The folding length of the flange is greater than 15 mm.

10. An air conditioner outdoor unit, characterized in that: It comprises a middle partition plate assembly according to any one of claims 1-9.

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