Mounting structure of temperature sensor and air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model discloses a temperature sensor installation structure and an air conditioner, relates to the technical field of air conditioners, the temperature sensor installation structure comprises a panel and an installation rack, the installation rack is arranged on the panel, the installation rack is provided with an installation cavity and an installation port communicated with the installation cavity, and the installation port is communicated with the installation cavity. A temperature sensor is inserted into the mounting cavity from the mounting opening, so that the temperature sensor is mounted in the mounting cavity; according to the technical scheme provided by the utility model, the assembly efficiency of the temperature sensor can be improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of air conditioners, in particular to an installation structure of a temperature sensor and an air conditioner. Background Art

[0002] Air conditioners can be roughly divided into split-type air conditioners and integrated air conditioners. Split-type air conditioners have separate indoor and outdoor units, while integrated air conditioners have indoor and outdoor units integrated into one.

[0003] Generally speaking, the outdoor unit of a split-type air conditioner is usually equipped with a temperature sensor for measuring the outdoor temperature. The outdoor temperature sensors currently on the market generally utilize the insert of the sensor bracket to clamp the temperature sensor to the outdoor heat exchanger. When installing the temperature sensor, this fixing method requires installing the temperature sensor on the sensor bracket and then clamping the sensor bracket to the outdoor heat exchanger. This assembly process involves many steps and is time-consuming, resulting in low assembly efficiency of the temperature sensor. Utility Model Content

[0004] The main purpose of the utility model is to provide a temperature sensor installation structure and an air conditioner, aiming to improve the assembly efficiency of the temperature sensor.

[0005] To achieve the above object, the utility model provides a temperature sensor installation structure for an air conditioner, the temperature sensor installation structure comprising:

[0006] Panels; and

[0007] The mounting frame is arranged on the panel, and the mounting frame is provided with a mounting cavity and a mounting opening communicating with the mounting cavity, and the temperature sensor is inserted into the mounting cavity from the mounting opening so that the temperature sensor is installed in the mounting cavity.

[0008] In one embodiment, the mounting frame includes two base frames and a first limiting member connecting the two base frames, the first limiting member is arranged opposite to the mounting port, the length direction of the two base frames extends from the mounting port to the first limiting member, and the first limiting member abuts against the temperature sensor.

[0009] In one embodiment, the first limiting member includes a first limiting rib and a second limiting rib that are bent and connected to each other, the first limiting rib is arranged opposite to the installation port and extends into the installation cavity, the first limiting rib is used to abut against a portion of the end surface of the insertion end of the temperature sensor, and the second limiting rib is used to limit the lateral displacement of the temperature sensor.

[0010] In one embodiment, the first limiting rib has an abutting surface abutting against the temperature sensor, the first limiting rib and the mounting opening are located in a vertical direction, and when the first limiting rib is located below the mounting opening, the abutting surface is inclined downward in a direction away from the second limiting rib.

[0011] In one embodiment, the mounting bracket further includes a second limiting member and a third limiting member that are relatively arranged, and the second limiting member and the third limiting member are located between the first limiting member and the mounting opening, and are respectively used to limit the displacement of the temperature sensor on two sides relative to each other.

[0012] In one embodiment, the second limiting member and the third limiting member each include at least one third limiting rib, and opposite ends of the third limiting rib are respectively connected to the two base frames.

[0013] In one embodiment, the second limiting member includes a fourth limiting rib and two third limiting ribs, two ends of the two third limiting ribs are respectively connected to the two base frames, and two ends of the fourth limiting rib are respectively connected to the two third limiting ribs.

[0014] In one embodiment, the wall of the installation opening is provided with at least one guide surface, and the guide surface gradually extends obliquely toward the installation cavity in a direction away from the installation opening.

[0015] In one embodiment, the installation structure of the temperature sensor further includes a limiting structure, which is located at the side of the installation opening and is used to clamp the sensing wire of the temperature sensor located outside the installation cavity.

[0016] In one embodiment, the limiting structure includes a first limiting section, a second limiting section, and a third limiting section that are bent and connected in sequence, the first limiting section is connected to the panel, the second limiting section is parallel to the panel, and the third limiting section extends in a direction close to the panel to form a limiting cavity between the first limiting section, the second limiting section, and the third limiting section, and the sensing line of the temperature sensor located outside the installation cavity is clamped in the limiting cavity.

[0017] In one embodiment, the panel is provided with grille holes, and the mounting frame is arranged corresponding to the grille holes.

[0018] In one embodiment, the mounting structure of the temperature sensor is integrally formed.

[0019] The utility model also provides an air conditioner, comprising the above-mentioned installation structure of the temperature sensor.

[0020] In one embodiment, the air conditioner includes an air conditioner indoor unit, an air conditioner outdoor unit, and a flexible connector connecting the air conditioner indoor unit and the air conditioner outdoor unit, and the mounting structure of the temperature sensor is configured as a rear panel of the air conditioner outdoor unit.

[0021] The technical solution of the utility model adopts the method of setting the mounting frame on the panel and then installing the temperature sensor on the mounting frame. Compared with the solution in the prior art that the sensor bracket of the temperature sensor is clamped on the outdoor heat exchanger, the present solution directly sets the mounting frame on the panel during production, which can reduce the number of parts in the later assembly, thereby saving the fixing steps of the mounting frame, shortening the assembly time of the temperature sensor, and thus improving the assembly efficiency of the temperature sensor. Moreover, since the mounting frame of the present solution is not clamped on the outdoor heat exchanger, the integrity of the outdoor heat exchanger can be guaranteed in appearance and the aesthetics can be improved. Secondly, the mounting frame of the temperature sensor is set on the panel. Compared with the solution that the sensor bracket of the temperature sensor is clamped on the outdoor heat exchanger, the present solution can ensure the distance between the bracket and the outdoor heat exchanger during production, transportation and use. When the air conditioner is in defrosting operation or heating operation, the risk of the temperature sensor being surrounded by the frost layer is reduced, thereby improving the temperature sensing accuracy of the temperature sensor or the stability of the temperature perception, reducing the probability of abnormal operation of the air conditioner due to frequent switching, and thus improving user satisfaction. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0022] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the utility model. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without paying creative work.

[0023] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present utility model from a first viewing angle;

[0024] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention from a second viewing angle;

[0025] Figure 3 A partial structural schematic diagram of a first viewing angle of an embodiment of a mounting structure of a temperature sensor provided by the utility model;

[0026] Figure 4 A partial structural schematic diagram of a second viewing angle of an embodiment of a mounting structure of a temperature sensor provided by the utility model;

[0027] Figure 5A partial structural schematic diagram of a third viewing angle of an embodiment of a mounting structure of a temperature sensor provided by the utility model;

[0028] Figure 6 The present invention is a schematic cross-sectional structural diagram of a mounting frame of a mounting structure of a temperature sensor provided by the present invention.

[0029] Description of Figure Numbers:

[0030] 1. air conditioner; 10. installation structure of temperature sensor; 100. panel; 110. grille hole; 200. mounting frame; 210. mounting cavity; 220. mounting opening; 230. base frame; 240. first limiting member; 241. first limiting rib; 241a. abutting surface; 242. second limiting rib; 250. second limiting member; 251. fourth limiting rib; 252. third limiting rib; 260. third limiting member; 270. guide surface; 300. limiting structure; 310. first limiting section; 320. second limiting section; 330. third limiting section.

[0031] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of the utility model will be further explained in conjunction with embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0032] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the utility model to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the utility model, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the utility model.

[0033] It should be noted that if the embodiments of the present invention involve directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back...), the directional indications are only used to explain the relative position relationship, movement status, etc. between the components in a certain specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indications will also change accordingly.

[0034] In addition, if there are descriptions involving "first", "second", etc. in the embodiments of the utility model, the descriptions of "first", "second", etc. are only used for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, the features limited to "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of the features. In addition, if "and / or" or "and / or" appears in the full text, its meaning includes three parallel solutions. Taking "A and / or B" as an example, it includes solution A, solution B, or solutions that satisfy both A and B. In addition, the technical solutions between the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but it must be based on the ability of ordinary technicians in this field to implement. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be deemed that such combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection required by the utility model.

[0035] The outdoor temperature sensor of the air conditioner is an important part of the air conditioning system. Its main function is to collect the temperature information of the outdoor environment and convert it into electrical signal output. These signals will be transmitted to the controller for processing. According to the set temperature parameters and the changes in the ambient temperature, the operating status of the indoor and outdoor units of the air conditioner will be controlled to achieve the purpose of controlling the indoor temperature and humidity.

[0036] That is to say, when the outdoor temperature changes, the resistance of the thermistor inside the temperature sensor will also change accordingly. This change in resistance will be converted into an electrical signal and then transmitted to the controller of the air conditioning system through the circuit.

[0037] The controller will process the received electrical signal and adjust the operating status of the air-conditioning system according to the difference between the preset temperature parameters and the current outdoor ambient temperature, such as adjusting the operating frequency of the compressor, the speed of the fan, etc., to achieve precise control of indoor temperature and humidity.

[0038] Specifically, if the outdoor temperature is high, the controller will receive a relatively low voltage signal (because the NTC resistance decreases as the temperature rises), and the air conditioning system will start the cooling mode to lower the indoor temperature. Conversely, if the outdoor temperature is low, the controller will receive a relatively high voltage signal, and the air conditioning system will start the heating mode to increase the indoor temperature.

[0039] In short, the working principle of the outdoor temperature sensor of the air conditioner is to use the sensitivity of thermistor to temperature changes, convert temperature information into electrical signals, and then transmit it to the controller through the circuit. The controller adjusts the operating status of the air conditioning system according to this information to achieve comfortable control of the indoor environment. It can be seen that the outdoor temperature sensor of the air conditioner is an indispensable component.

[0040] Currently on the market, the sensor bracket of the temperature sensor is connected to the outdoor heat exchanger using its plug-in card. When installing the temperature sensor, this fixing method requires installing the temperature sensor on the sensor bracket and then plugging the sensor bracket into the outdoor heat exchanger. This assembly method has many steps and is time-consuming, resulting in low assembly efficiency of the temperature sensor.

[0041] Reference Figure 1 to Figure 2 The utility model proposes a temperature sensor installation structure 10 for an air conditioner 1, the air conditioner 1 includes a flexible connector, an air conditioner outdoor unit and an air conditioner indoor unit, the flexible connector connects the air conditioner indoor unit and the air conditioner outdoor unit respectively, the air conditioner 1 can be a split air conditioner that is convenient for users to install personally, and it uses a flexible refrigerant pipe to connect the indoor heat exchanger of the air conditioner indoor unit and the outdoor heat exchanger of the air conditioner outdoor unit, and injects refrigerant into the refrigerant circuit before the equipment leaves the factory. In this way, when the user installs the equipment by himself, he only needs to fix the air conditioner indoor unit and the air conditioner outdoor unit respectively, without assembling the refrigerant pipe and filling the refrigerant, thereby reducing the difficulty of installation and realizing personal installation by the user. However, the present design is not limited to this. In other embodiments, the air conditioner 1 of the utility model can also be an ordinary split air conditioner, or an integrated air conditioner.

[0042] For the convenience of explanation, the following description will be given by taking the installation structure 10 of the temperature sensor being arranged in the outdoor unit of the air conditioner as an example.

[0043] See also Figures 3 to 5 In one embodiment of the utility model, the mounting structure 10 of the temperature sensor includes a panel 100 and a mounting frame 200. The mounting frame 200 is disposed on the panel 100. The mounting frame 200 is provided with a mounting cavity 210 and a mounting port 220 connected to the mounting cavity 210. The temperature sensor is inserted into the mounting cavity 210 from the mounting port 220 so that the temperature sensor is installed in the mounting cavity 210.

[0044] The technical solution of the utility model sets the mounting frame 200 on the panel 100 and then installs the temperature sensor on the mounting frame 200. Compared with the solution in the prior art that the sensor bracket of the temperature sensor is clamped to the outdoor heat exchanger, the present solution directly sets the mounting frame 200 on the panel 100 during production, which can reduce the number of parts in the later assembly, thereby saving the fixing steps of the mounting frame 200, shortening the assembly time of the temperature sensor, and thus improving the assembly efficiency of the temperature sensor. Moreover, since the mounting frame 200 of the present solution is not clamped to the outdoor heat exchanger, the integrity of the outdoor heat exchanger can be ensured in appearance, and the aesthetics can be improved.

[0045] Secondly, the mounting bracket 200 of the temperature sensor is set on the panel 100. Compared with the solution of clamping the sensor bracket of the temperature sensor to the outdoor heat exchanger, this solution can ensure the distance between the bracket and the outdoor heat exchanger during production, transportation and use. When the air conditioner 1 is in defrosting operation or heating operation, the risk of the temperature sensor being surrounded by a frost layer is reduced, thereby improving the temperature sensing accuracy or the stability of the perceived temperature of the temperature sensor, reducing the probability of abnormal operation of the air conditioner 1 due to frequent switching, and thus improving user satisfaction.

[0046] The mounting bracket 200 is arranged on the inner side of the panel 100, that is, the temperature sensor is arranged on the inner side of the panel 100, which effectively prevents the risk of the temperature sensor being knocked off or removed in special circumstances.

[0047] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the outer side of the temperature sensor mounting structure 10 protrudes from the outer side of the panel 100, which can increase the distance between the temperature sensor and the outdoor heat exchanger, thereby ensuring the accuracy of the temperature sensor in detecting the outdoor temperature. Of course, the utility model is not limited to this, and in other embodiments, the outer side of the temperature sensor mounting structure 10 can also be flush with the outer side of the panel 100.

[0048] It should be noted that the outer side of the temperature sensor of the present solution is covered with a protective cover, and the protective cover is provided with a sensing port corresponding to the temperature sensing probe of the temperature sensor.

[0049] Optionally, in an embodiment of the present invention, the mounting cavity 210 of the mounting frame 200 is hollowed out, which can increase the flow area between the mounting cavity 210 and the external environment, thereby improving the accuracy of the temperature sensor in the mounting cavity 210 in sensing the external environment temperature.

[0050] Furthermore, the mounting frame 200 includes two base frames 230 and a first limit member 240 connecting the two base frames 230. The first limit member 240 is arranged opposite to the mounting port 220. The length direction of the two base frames 230 extends in the direction from the mounting port 220 to the first limit member 240. The first limit member 240 abuts against the temperature sensor. It can be understood that the temperature sensor is inserted into the mounting cavity 210 from the mounting port 220. When the insertion end of the temperature sensor abuts against the first limit member 240, it means that the temperature sensor has been installed in place. The first limit member 240 will also limit the position of the temperature sensor to prevent the temperature sensor from moving away from the mounting port 220 during transportation or use, resulting in deviation in the temperature measurement area of ​​the temperature sensor.

[0051] It should be noted that, the above-mentioned “the first limiting member 240 and the installation opening 220 are arranged opposite to each other” can be understood as the first limiting member 240 and the installation opening 220 are located on opposite sides of the installation cavity.

[0052] The two base frames 230 are in a plate shape, and opposite ends of the first position-limiting member 240 are respectively connected to opposite plate surfaces of the two base frames 230 .

[0053] In this embodiment, the temperature sensing probe of the temperature sensor is located at the insertion end of the temperature sensor into the installation cavity 210, and the end surface of the protective cover corresponds to the setting induction port of the temperature sensing probe.

[0054] Reference Figure 6 In one embodiment of the utility model, the first limiting member 240 includes a first limiting rib 241 and a second limiting rib 242 that are bent and connected to each other. The first limiting rib 241 is arranged opposite to the installation opening 220 and extends toward the installation cavity 210. The first limiting rib 241 is used to abut against a part of the end surface of the insertion end of the temperature sensor, and the second limiting rib 242 is used to limit the lateral displacement of the temperature sensor. It can be understood that the first limiting rib 241 of the first limiting member 240 is arranged opposite to the installation opening 220 and extends toward the installation cavity 210. 0, that is, the first limiting rib 241 constitutes a portion of the cavity wall opposite to the mounting opening 220 of the mounting cavity 210, and a portion of the side opposite to the mounting opening 220 of the mounting cavity 210 is hollowed out, so that the temperature sensing probe of the temperature sensor can be arranged at the insertion end, and when the end of the insertion end abuts against the first limiting rib 241, the end portion of the insertion end of the temperature sensor can be suspended, so that the temperature sensing probe arranged at the insertion end of the temperature sensor is fully in contact with the air in the environment, thereby increasing the temperature sensing accuracy of the temperature sensor.

[0055] The first limiting member 240 also includes a second limiting rib 242 bent and connected to the first limiting rib 241, so that the first limiting rib 241 and the second limiting rib 242 can be used to limit the displacement of the adjacent two sides of the insertion end of the temperature sensor, thereby increasing the stability of the temperature sensor installation.

[0056] In this embodiment, the first limiter 240 and the mounting opening 220 are located in the vertical direction of the panel 100, the second limiter rib 242 is arranged close to the outer side of the panel 100, the first limiter rib 241 abuts against the end of the temperature sensor, and the second limiter rib 242 limits the outer displacement of the temperature sensor. Of course, the utility model is not limited to this, and in other embodiments, the first limiter 240 and the mounting opening 220 can also be located in the horizontal direction of the panel 100.

[0057] Furthermore, the first stopper 240 is located below the installation opening 220, which is conducive to fixing the temperature sensor by using the weight of the temperature sensor and the cooperation of the first stopper 240, thereby saving installation steps. Of course, the utility model is not limited to this. In other embodiments, the first stopper 240 can also be located above the installation opening 220. After the temperature sensor is inserted into the installation cavity 210 from the installation opening 220, the temperature sensor is fixed by the fixing structure.

[0058] Furthermore, in one embodiment of the utility model, the first limiting rib 241 has an abutting surface 241a abutting against the temperature sensor, and the first limiting rib 241 and the mounting opening 220 are located in a vertical direction, and when the first limiting rib 241 is located below the mounting opening 220, the abutting surface 241a is inclined downward in a direction away from the second limiting rib 242. It can be understood that the abutting surface 241a is inclined downward in a direction away from the second limiting rib 242 in order to guide water entering between the abutting surface 241a and the second limiting rib 242 to flow out of the abutting surface 241a, thereby preventing water from damaging the temperature sensor.

[0059] Specifically, the end of the protective sleeve abuts against the abutting surface 241 a of the first limiting rib 241 .

[0060] Reference Figure 4 and Figure 5 Furthermore, in an embodiment of the utility model, the mounting frame 200 further includes a second stopper 250 and a third stopper 260 which are arranged opposite to each other. The second stopper 250 and the third stopper 260 are located between the first stopper 240 and the mounting opening 220, and are respectively used to limit the displacement of the temperature sensor on both sides. The second stopper 250 and the third stopper 260 can limit the position of the temperature sensor when the temperature sensor is inserted into the mounting cavity 210 from the mounting opening 220, so as to avoid the temperature sensor from passing out of the mounting cavity 210. Moreover, after the temperature sensor is installed, the second stopper 250 and the third stopper 260 can also limit the displacement of the temperature sensor on both sides, thereby increasing the installation stability of the temperature sensor.

[0061] The above-mentioned “oppositely arranged second limiting member 250 and third limiting member 260 ” can be understood as the second limiting member 250 and the third limiting member 260 being located at opposite sides of the installation cavity 210 .

[0062] Furthermore, in this embodiment, in the direction from the first limiting member 240 to the installation opening 220 , the second limiting member 250 and the third limiting member 260 are staggered, which can better limit the position of the temperature sensor in the installation cavity 210 .

[0063] Among them, the third limit member 260 is close to the inner side of the panel 100, and the second limit member 250 is arranged close to the outer side of the panel 100. It can be understood that the third limit member 260 can limit the position of the temperature sensor close to the side of the outdoor heat exchanger, thereby ensuring the distance between the bracket and the outdoor heat exchanger during production, transportation and use, and avoiding the temperature sensor from being too close to the outdoor heat exchanger.

[0064] The third limiting member 260 is close to the inner side of the panel 100 , and the second limiting member 250 is close to the outer side of the panel 100 . It can be understood that the third limiting member 260 is closer to the outdoor heat exchanger than the second limiting member 250 .

[0065] In this embodiment, the second limiting member 250 and the third limiting member 260 respectively include at least one third limiting rib 252, and the opposite ends of the third limiting rib 252 are respectively connected to the two base frames 230. Such a first limiting member 240 and the second limiting member 250 have a simple structure and are easy to process and form.

[0066] In other embodiments, the third limiting member 260 may also be in the shape of a limiting plate.

[0067] Furthermore, the second limiting member 250 and the third limiting member 260 respectively include at least one third limiting rib 252, so that demoulding can be facilitated when the temperature sensor mounting structure 10 is integrally formed.

[0068] The second limiting member 250 includes a fourth limiting rib 251 and two third limiting ribs 252, the two ends of the two third limiting ribs 252 are respectively connected to the two base frames 230, and the two ends of the fourth limiting rib 251 are respectively connected to the two third limiting ribs 252, so that the second limiting member 250 can not only play a limiting role, but also increase the ventilation area between the installation cavity 210 and the external environment. Of course, the utility model is not limited to this, and in other embodiments, the second limiting member 250 can also be in the shape of a limiting plate.

[0069] Furthermore, the fourth limiting rib 251 connects the middle parts of the two third limiting ribs 252 .

[0070] Reference Figure 5 and Figure 6 Optionally, in one embodiment of the utility model, the wall of the installation opening 220 is provided with at least one guide surface 270, and the guide surface 270 gradually extends in a direction away from the installation opening 220 toward the installation cavity 210, so that the temperature sensor can be guided to be inserted into the installation cavity 210.

[0071] Optionally, in one embodiment of the utility model, the mounting structure 10 of the temperature sensor further includes a limiting structure 300, which is located on the side of the mounting opening 220 and is used to clamp the sensing wire of the temperature sensor located outside the mounting cavity 210; it can be understood that the limiting structure 300 is used to limit the position of the sensing wire of the temperature sensor located outside the mounting cavity 210, to prevent the sensing wire of the temperature sensor located outside the mounting cavity 210 from arching in a direction away from the mounting opening 220, thereby preventing other panels of the air conditioner 1 from pressing the sensing wire of the temperature sensor located outside the mounting cavity 210.

[0072] Further, the limiting structure 300 includes a first limiting section 310, a second limiting section 320 and a third limiting section 330 which are bent and connected in sequence, the first limiting section 310 is connected to the panel 100, the second limiting section 320 is parallel to the panel 100, and the third limiting section 330 extends in a direction close to the panel 100, so as to enclose and form a limiting cavity between the first limiting section 310, the second limiting section 320 and the third limiting section 330, and the sensing line of the temperature sensor located outside the installation cavity 210 is clamped in the limiting cavity. Such a limiting structure 300 has a simple structure and is easy to form. Of course, the utility model is not limited to this. In other embodiments, the limiting structure 300 may also include two elastic walls, which are arranged on the inner side of the panel 100 and extend in a direction away from the panel 100 to form an elastic clamping position between the two elastic arms, and the sensing line of the temperature sensor located outside the installation cavity 210 is clamped in the elastic clamping position.

[0073] Optionally, in an embodiment of the present invention, the panel 100 is provided with grille holes 110, and the mounting frame 200 is arranged corresponding to the grille holes 110, which can improve the air flow in the mounting cavity 210, thereby increasing the accuracy of the temperature sensor in sensing the external environment.

[0074] Furthermore, the mounting bracket 200 is disposed in the grille hole 110 of the panel 100 close to the top of the air conditioner 1 .

[0075] Optionally, the temperature sensor mounting structure 10 is integrally formed, because the integrally formed production process is simple and the installation process is more convenient and quick, which can improve the production efficiency of the temperature sensor mounting structure 10, and the integrally formed product has high structural rigidity, good integrity, stronger stability and is not easy to break. The strength of the temperature sensor mounting structure 10 produced by the integrally formed process can be improved. Of course, the utility model is not limited to this. In other embodiments, the mounting frame 200 can also be welded with the panel 100.

[0076] In this embodiment, the material of the temperature sensor installation structure is plastic, and the temperature sensor installation structure is integrally injection molded.

[0077] The utility model also proposes an air conditioner 1, which includes a mounting structure 10 for a temperature sensor. The specific structure of the mounting structure 10 for the temperature sensor refers to the above-mentioned embodiment. Since the air conditioner 1 adopts all the technical solutions of all the above-mentioned embodiments, it has at least all the beneficial effects brought by the technical solutions of the above-mentioned embodiments, which will not be described one by one here.

[0078] The air conditioner 1 includes an air conditioner indoor unit, an air conditioner outdoor unit, and a flexible connector connecting the air conditioner indoor unit and the air conditioner outdoor unit, and the temperature sensor mounting structure 10 is configured as a rear panel of the air conditioner outdoor unit. The flexible connector can be a flexible refrigerant tube and a sleeve for sleeve-mounting the flexible refrigerant tube, or can include any two of the refrigerant tube, the drain pipe, and the power conductor, and a sleeve for sleeve-mounting the two at the same time, or can include the refrigerant tube, the drain pipe, the power conductor, and a sleeve for sleeve-mounting the three at the same time, so as to facilitate connection.

[0079] The above description is only an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, and does not limit the patent scope of the present invention. All equivalent structural changes made by using the contents of the present invention specification and drawings under the technical concept of the present invention, or directly / indirectly applied in other related technical fields are included in the patent protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A temperature sensor installation structure for an air conditioner, characterized in that: The installation structure of the temperature sensor includes: Panels; and A mounting frame, the mounting frame is mounted on the panel, the mounting frame is provided with a mounting cavity and a mounting opening communicating with the mounting cavity, the temperature sensor is inserted into the mounting cavity from the mounting opening, so that the temperature sensor is installed in the mounting cavity; The mounting frame includes two base frames and a first limit member connecting the two base frames, the first limit member is arranged opposite to the mounting opening, the length direction of the two base frames extends from the mounting opening to the first limit member, and the first limit member abuts against the temperature sensor.

2. The temperature sensor installation structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first limiting member includes a first limiting rib and a second limiting rib which are bent and connected to each other. The first limiting rib is arranged opposite to the installation opening and extends into the installation cavity. The first limiting rib is used to abut against a part of the end surface of the insertion end of the temperature sensor, and the second limiting rib is used to limit the lateral displacement of the temperature sensor.

3. The temperature sensor installation structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first limiting rib has an abutting surface abutting against the temperature sensor, the first limiting rib and the mounting opening are located in a vertical direction, and when the first limiting rib is located below the mounting opening, the abutting surface is inclined downward in a direction away from the second limiting rib.

4. The temperature sensor installation structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting bracket further comprises a second limiting member and a third limiting member which are arranged opposite to each other. The second limiting member and the third limiting member are located between the first limiting member and the mounting opening and are used to limit the displacement of two opposite sides of the temperature sensor respectively.

5. The temperature sensor installation structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: The second limiting member and the third limiting member each include at least one third limiting rib, and opposite ends of the third limiting rib are respectively connected to the two base frames.

6. The temperature sensor installation structure according to claim 5, characterized in that: The second limiting member includes a fourth limiting rib and two third limiting ribs, two ends of the two third limiting ribs are respectively connected to the two base frames, and two ends of the fourth limiting rib are respectively connected to the two third limiting ribs.

7. The temperature sensor installation structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The wall of the installation opening is provided with at least one guide surface, and the guide surface gradually extends obliquely toward the installation cavity in a direction away from the installation opening.

8. The temperature sensor installation structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The installation structure of the temperature sensor further includes a limiting structure, which is located at the side of the installation opening and is used to clamp the sensing wire of the temperature sensor located outside the installation cavity.

9. The temperature sensor installation structure according to claim 8, characterized in that: The limiting structure includes a first limiting section, a second limiting section and a third limiting section which are bent and connected in sequence, the first limiting section is connected to the panel, and the third limiting section extends in a direction close to the panel to form a limiting cavity between the first limiting section, the second limiting section and the third limiting section, and the sensing line of the temperature sensor located outside the installation cavity is clamped in the limiting cavity.

10. The temperature sensor installation structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The panel is provided with grille holes, and the mounting frame is arranged corresponding to the grille holes.

11. The temperature sensor installation structure according to any one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that: The installation structure of the temperature sensor is integrally formed.

12. An air conditioner, characterized in that: A mounting structure comprising a temperature sensor as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 11.

13. The air conditioner according to claim 12, characterized in that: The air conditioner comprises an air conditioner indoor unit, an air conditioner outdoor unit, and a flexible connector connecting the air conditioner indoor unit and the air conditioner outdoor unit. The mounting structure of the temperature sensor is configured as a rear panel of the air conditioner outdoor unit.

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