Panel assembly and air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model discloses a panel assembly and an air conditioner, and relates to the technical field of air conditioners, the panel assembly is applied to the air conditioner, the panel assembly comprises a first panel, a second panel and an adhesive tape, the second panel is spliced with the first panel, and an accommodating cavity is defined by the second panel and the first panel; and the adhesive tape is adhered to the first panel and the second panel. According to the technical scheme, the first panel and the second panel are bonded through the adhesive tape, stability and reliability of connection of the first panel and the second panel are improved, the risk that bumps appear at the splicing position of the first panel and the second panel is reduced, and then safety and attractiveness of the air conditioner are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of air conditioners, and particularly relates to a panel assembly and an air conditioner. Background Art

[0002] The peripheral side wall of the existing split mobile air conditioner indoor unit is generally formed by enclosing and splicing a front panel and a rear panel, and the front panel and the rear panel are buckled through buckles. When the split mobile air conditioner indoor unit is impacted during transportation or movement, or accidentally drops, the buckle is likely to fall off and fail under the action of external force, resulting in bulging at the splicing part of the front panel and the rear panel, which not only affects the overall beauty of the machine, but also the parts inside the air conditioner indoor unit may be exposed, scratching the skin of consumers. Summary of the Utility Model

[0003] The main purpose of the utility model is to provide a panel assembly and an air conditioner, aiming to reduce the risk of bulging of the panel assembly.

[0004] To achieve the above object, the panel assembly proposed by the utility model is applied to an air conditioner, and the panel assembly includes:

[0005] A first panel;

[0006] A second panel, spliced with the first panel and enclosing a receiving cavity with the first panel; and

[0007] A tape, bonded to both the first panel and the second panel.

[0008] In an embodiment, the tape is bonded to the outer surfaces of the first panel and the second panel.

[0009] In an embodiment, the tape extends along the splicing line between the first panel and the second panel, and at least part of the tape covers the middle of the splicing line.

[0010] In an embodiment, there are a plurality of tapes, and the plurality of tapes are arranged at intervals along the splicing line between the first panel and the second panel, and at least one tape is arranged in the middle of the splicing line.

[0011] In an embodiment, the first panel includes a first plate portion and a second plate portion distributed in the vertical direction, and the tape is bonded to both the first plate portion and the second plate portion.

[0012] In an embodiment, the tape is configured as a non-transfer tape.

[0013] In an embodiment, the first panel is detachably connected to the second panel.

[0014] In one embodiment, the first panel and the second panel are connected by a snap - fit structure and a screw - locking structure.

[0015] The present utility model also provides an air conditioner, including the aforementioned panel assembly.

[0016] In one embodiment, the air conditioner includes an indoor unit and an outdoor unit. The indoor unit is provided with the panel assembly. The indoor unit and the outdoor unit are connected by a refrigerant hose assembly, and the refrigerant hose assembly is pre - filled with refrigerant.

[0017] In one embodiment, the air conditioner includes an indoor unit and an outdoor unit. The indoor unit is provided with the panel assembly. The compressor of the air conditioner is disposed inside the indoor unit.

[0018] The technical solution of the present utility model bonds both the first panel and the second panel with tape, improving the stability and reliability of the connection between the first panel and the second panel. Thereby, the risk of bulging at the joint of the first panel and the second panel is reduced, and further, the safety and aesthetics of the air conditioner are improved. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present utility model or the prior art, the following will briefly introduce the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments or the prior art. Obviously, the following - described drawings are only some embodiments of the present utility model. For those of ordinary skill in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative efforts.

[0020] Figure 1 It is a schematic structural diagram of an embodiment of the panel assembly provided by the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 It is Figure 1 a schematic structural diagram of an embodiment of the first panel in

[0022] Figure 3 It is Figure 2 a partial enlarged view of part A in

[0023] Figure 4 It is Figure 1 a schematic structural diagram of an embodiment of the second panel in

[0024] Figure 5 It is Figure 4 a partial enlarged view of part B in

[0025] Figure 6 It is Figure 4 a partial enlarged view of part C in

[0026] Figure 7Schematic diagram of another embodiment of the panel assembly provided by the present utility model.

[0027] Explanation of the reference numerals in the attached drawings:

[0028] 10. Panel assembly; 100. First panel; 200. Second panel; 300. Tape; 400. Joining line; 110. First plate portion; 120. Second plate portion; 210. Rib; 510. First engaging member; 511. First main body portion; 512. First limiting rib; 520. Second engaging member; 521. Second main body portion; 522. Second limiting rib; 610. First connection hole; 620. Connecting member; 621. First connection portion; 622. Second connection portion; 623. Reinforcing rib; 624. Second connection hole.

[0029] The realization of the object, functional features and advantages of the present utility model will be further described with reference to the embodiments and the accompanying drawings. Specific embodiments

[0030] Next, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present utility model, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative efforts shall fall within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0031] It should be noted that if there are directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back...) in the embodiments of the present utility model, the directional indications are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement conditions between components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indications will also change accordingly.

[0032] In addition, if there are descriptions such as "first" and "second" in the embodiments of the present utility model, the descriptions of "first" and "second" are only for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the quantity of the indicated technical features. Thus, the features defined with "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one such feature. In addition, if "and / or" or "and / or" appears throughout the text, its meaning includes three parallel solutions. Taking "A and / or B" as an example, it includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where A and B are satisfied simultaneously. In addition, the technical solutions between the embodiments can be combined with each other, but it must be based on the fact that those of ordinary skill in the art can implement them. When the combination of technical solutions results in contradictions or cannot be implemented, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the protection scope required by the present utility model.

[0033] The present utility model provides a panel assembly 10.

[0034] Please refer to Figure 1 , in an embodiment of the present utility model, the panel assembly 10 is applied to an air conditioner. The panel assembly 10 includes a first panel 100, a second panel 200, and an adhesive tape 300. The second panel 200 is spliced with the first panel 100 and encloses a receiving cavity with the first panel 100; the adhesive tape 300 is bonded to both the first panel 100 and the second panel 200.

[0035] Specifically, at least one of the first panel 100 and the second panel 200 includes a front panel, and the other includes at least a rear panel. The front panel is the main part for the air conditioner to interact with the user. Without loss of generality, control buttons, a display screen, or other interaction interfaces are provided on the outer surface of the front panel. At least one of the first panel 100 and the second panel 200 further includes a side panel, so that the front panel, the rear panel, and the side panel can enclose and define a receiving cavity, that is, the first panel 100 and the second panel 200 are spliced to form a complete outer shell and define a receiving cavity. The receiving cavity is used to accommodate the internal components of the air conditioner, such as a condenser, an evaporator, a fan, a filter screen, a drainage system, etc.

[0036] After the first panel 100 and the second panel 200 are spliced, due to the loose snap fit between the first panel 100 and the second panel 200, when the air conditioner is impacted during transportation, or moved during operation and impacted, or accidentally dropped, a bulging phenomenon will occur at the splicing joint of the first panel 100 and the second panel 200. The technical solution of the present utility model bonds the adhesive tape 300 to both the first panel 100 and the second panel 200, so that on the premise that the first panel 100 and the second panel 200 are snap-fitted, the splicing joint of the first panel 100 and the second panel 200 is further connected through the adhesive tape 300. Thus, the connection between the first panel 100 and the second panel 200 is more firm and stable, and its reliability is better. Even if the air conditioner is impacted, the splicing joint of the first panel 100 and the second panel 200 is not likely to bulge, thereby improving the aesthetics and integrity of the air conditioner; at the same time, it can also prevent the internal components of the receiving cavity from being exposed and causing the user to be scratched, thereby improving the safety of the air conditioner.

[0037] Compared with welding or mechanical fixing methods to improve the reliability of the connection between the first panel 100 and the second panel 200, the bonding operation of the adhesive tape 300 is more convenient and fast, the cost is lower, and the adhesive tape 300 is also easy to tear off without affecting the overall structure of the air conditioner.

[0038] The first panel 100 and the second panel 200 can adopt plastic panels made of a new type of ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) material and are polished, so that the touch feeling and visual effect are more advanced, which can improve the user experience and thus enhance the market competitiveness. Moreover, the plastic panels treated by polishing have a smooth surface and are easy to clean, and stains are not likely to remain, making it easier when the tape 300 is bonded to the first panel 100 and the second panel 200; at the same time, it is also very convenient to tear off the tape 300 from the first panel 100 and the second panel 200.

[0039] In practical applications, the tape 300 can be designed to match the color or texture of the first panel 100 and the second panel 200, or made of a transparent material, so that the tape 300 can serve as a decorative element between the first panel 100 and the second panel 200, making the air conditioner more designed and aesthetic, in order to improve the market competitiveness.

[0040] The technical solution of the present utility model bonds the tape 300 to both the first panel 100 and the second panel 200, improving the stability and reliability of the connection between the first panel 100 and the second panel 200, thus reducing the risk of bulging at the joint of the first panel 100 and the second panel 200, and further enhancing the safety and aesthetics of the air conditioner.

[0041] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 1 , the tape 300 is bonded to the outer surfaces of the first panel 100 and the second panel 200.

[0042] The tape 300 being directly pasted on the outer surfaces of the first panel 100 and the second panel 200 can simplify the assembly process because no operation inside the accommodating cavity is required, reducing the complexity and time of assembly. Moreover, when the tape 300 is pasted on the outer surfaces of the first panel 100 and the second panel 200, it will be more convenient to disassemble and re-paste the tape 300 when maintaining or replacing the first panel 100 and the second panel 200.

[0043] In other embodiments, the tape 300 can also be bonded to the inner wall surfaces of the first panel 100 and the second panel 200, and can also be pasted on the end faces where the first panel 100 and the second panel 200 abut against each other.

[0044] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 1 , the tape 300 extends along the splicing line 400 between the first panel 100 and the second panel 200, and the tape 300 at least partially covers the middle of the splicing line 400.

[0045] By covering the middle part of the splicing line 400, the tape 300 can increase the bonding force between the first panel 100 and the second panel 200, strengthen the splicing strength of the first panel 100 and the second panel 200, and ensure the structural stability and integrity of the splicing part. The tape 300 extends along the splicing line 400 between the first panel 100 and the second panel 200. When the tape 300 is bonded, it only needs to be operated once, which simplifies the assembly operation process and improves the operation efficiency of bonding the tape 300.

[0046] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 7 , a plurality of tapes 300 are provided. The plurality of tapes 300 are arranged at intervals along the splicing line 400 between the first panel 100 and the second panel 200, and at least one tape 300 is arranged in the middle part of the splicing line 400.

[0047] By arranging a plurality of tapes 300 at different positions on the splicing line 400, the bonding area between the first panel 100 and the second panel 200 can be increased, thereby improving the structural stability and tensile strength of the entire panel assembly 10; it can ensure that the stress on the splicing line 400 is more evenly distributed, avoid excessive pressure on a single tape 300, and thus extend the service life of the tape 300; if a certain tape 300 is damaged or fails, only that tape 300 can be replaced without affecting other parts, reducing the maintenance cost and complexity. Since the length of the splicing line 400 is relatively long, at least one tape 300 is arranged in the middle part of the splicing line 400, which can strengthen the splicing strength of the first panel 100 and the second panel 200 and ensure the structural stability and integrity of the splicing part.

[0048] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 1 , the first panel 100 includes a first plate portion 110 and a second plate portion 120 distributed along the vertical direction, and the tape 300 is bonded to both the first plate portion 110 and the second plate portion 120.

[0049] The first panel 100 is divided into upper and lower parts. The tape 300 is bonded to the first plate portion 110 and the second plate portion 120 of the first panel 100 and the second panel 200 at the same time. Especially, the intersection of the second panel 200, the first plate portion 110 and the second plate portion 120 is bonded by the tape 300 at the same time, which improves the structural strength of the entire panel assembly 10 and ensures that when the panel assembly 10 is subjected to an external force, the intersection of the second panel 200, the first plate portion 110 and the second plate portion 120 is not easily deformed or separated to cause a bulging phenomenon.

[0050] In one embodiment, the tape 300 is configured as a non-transfer tape 300.

[0051] The non-transfer tape 300 will not leave any residue or adhesive on the adhered surface after use. Therefore, when the non-transfer tape 300 is removed from the surfaces of the first panel 100 and the second panel 200, it can be easily removed without damaging or harming the adhered surface, nor leaving any sticky residue, avoiding the need for subsequent cleaning work, reducing the use of cleaning agents and the generation of waste. Moreover, the non-transfer tape 300 can be pasted and removed multiple times without affecting the bonding performance, increasing the reusability of the tape 300 and reducing costs.

[0052] In one embodiment, the first panel 100 and the second panel 200 are detachably connected.

[0053] The detachable connection between the first panel 100 and the second panel 200 enables users or technicians to easily open the internal components of the air conditioner for maintenance, cleaning, or upgrading without damaging the entire panel assembly 10 or the equipment structure. If the panel is damaged or outdated, the user can conveniently replace it with a new one without having to purchase a brand-new air conditioner, which not only saves costs but also improves the sustainability of the product. The detachable panel assembly 10 reduces the space occupied during transportation of the air conditioner and lowers the transportation cost. If one of the first panel 100 and the second panel 200 is damaged, only the damaged one needs to be replaced instead of the entire panel assembly 10, which helps to reduce waste and costs. The detachable connection between the first panel 100 and the second panel 200 can be achieved by snap connection, magnetic connection, screw and nut locking, etc.

[0054] In one embodiment, refer to Figure 3 and Figure 5 The first panel 100 and the second panel 200 are connected by a snap structure. The snap structure can be made of plastic or metal snaps, latches, or tenons and can engage with each other to detachably connect the first panel 100 and the second panel 200 together. The snap structure enables quick installation, improves the assembly efficiency, and is easy to disassemble for maintenance and cleaning.

[0055] In one embodiment, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 6 The first panel 100 and the second panel 200 are connected by a screw attachment structure. The screw attachment structure uses screws and corresponding threaded holes or nuts to fix the first panel 100 and the second panel 200 to provide a stronger connection force and higher reliability.

[0056] In one embodiment, refer to Figure 2 and Figure 4, by combining the snap - fit structure and the screw - locking structure, the respective advantages can be fully utilized to create a panel assembly 10 that combines rapid installation, easy maintenance, and high - strength connection.

[0057] In one embodiment, refer to Figure 1 , Figure 4 and Figure 6 , the first panel 100 includes a front panel and two first side panels disposed on opposite sides of the front panel. The second panel 200 includes a rear panel and two second side panels disposed on opposite sides of the rear panel. The two first side panels and the two second side panels are connected in one - to - one correspondence and form a splicing line 400. It can be understood that the extension length of the splicing line 400 is relatively long. If the two end faces of the first side panel and the second side panel extending along the splicing line 400 directly abut, there may be a phenomenon that the two end faces cannot be completely aligned and the gaps at the splicing are uneven. Therefore, a rib 210 is provided on the end face of one of the first side panel and the second side panel along one side edge extending along the splicing line 400, and the rib 210 abuts against the end face of the other along one side edge extending along the splicing line 400. The setting of the rib 210 can visually eliminate the phenomenon that the two end faces cannot be completely aligned and the gaps at the splicing are uneven, thereby improving the aesthetics of the panel assembly 10 and enhancing the market competitiveness.

[0058] In one embodiment, refer to Figures 2 to 5 , one of the first side panel and the second side panel is provided with a plurality of first snap - fit members at intervals along the splicing line 400, and the other is correspondingly provided with a plurality of second snap - fit members. The first snap - fit members and the second snap - fit members are snap - fit to realize the connection between the first panel 100 and the second panel 200. Among them, the first snap - fit member includes a first main body portion 511 and two first limiting ribs 512. The first main body portion 511 is connected to the first side panel, and the two first limiting ribs 512 are disposed on the first main body portion 511 at intervals along the extension direction of the splicing line 400. The second snap - fit member includes a second main body portion 521 and two second limiting ribs 522. The second main body portion 521 is connected to the second side panel, and the two second limiting ribs 522 are disposed on the second main body portion 521 at intervals along the extension direction of the splicing line 400, and the two first limiting ribs 512 are disposed between the two second limiting ribs 522 and abut against the two second limiting ribs 522 in one - to - one correspondence.

[0059] In one embodiment, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 6, on one side of the first side plate close to the splicing line 400, a first connection hole 610 is provided. The panel assembly 10 further includes a connecting member 620 provided on the inner side wall of the second side plate. The connecting member 620 is provided with a second connection hole 624 corresponding to the first connection hole 610. The first connection hole 610 and the second connection hole 624 are connected by a fastener, so as to realize the detachable connection between the first panel 100 and the second panel 200, and ensure the reliability of the connection between the first panel 100 and the second panel 200. The connecting member 620 includes a first connecting portion 621, a second connecting portion 622 and a reinforcing rib 623. The first connecting portion 621 is connected to the inner side wall of the second side plate through the reinforcing rib 623 to improve the connection strength between the connecting member 620 and the second side plate. The second connecting portion 622 is connected to one side of the first connecting portion 621, is arranged corresponding to the first connection hole 610, and is provided with the second connection hole 624.

[0060] The present utility model also provides an air conditioner, which includes the panel assembly 10. The specific structure of the panel assembly 10 refers to the above-mentioned embodiments. Since this air conditioner adopts all the technical solutions of the above-mentioned all embodiments, it at least has all the beneficial effects brought by the technical solutions of the above-mentioned embodiments, and will not be elaborated herein one by one.

[0061] In one embodiment, the air conditioner includes an indoor unit and an outdoor unit. The indoor unit is provided with the panel assembly 10. The indoor unit and the outdoor unit are connected by a refrigerant hose assembly, and the refrigerant hose assembly is pre-filled with refrigerant.

[0062] The air conditioner of the present utility model can be a split air conditioner that is convenient for users to install personally. It uses a refrigerant hose assembly 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, and does not need to assemble the refrigerant pipe and add refrigerant, thereby reducing the installation difficulty and realizing personal installation by the user. However, this design is not limited thereto. In other embodiments, the air conditioner of the present utility model can also be a common split air conditioner.

[0063] The main task of the refrigerant hose assembly is to transfer the cooling effect generated by the outdoor unit (condenser) to the indoor unit (evaporator) to cool the indoor air. In the heating mode, its function is reversed, that is, to transfer the heat absorbed by the outdoor unit to the indoor. Its flexible design allows the refrigerant hose assembly to adapt to different installation angles and distances during installation, providing great flexibility for installation; during the operation of the air conditioner, certain vibrations will be generated, and the refrigerant hose assembly can absorb these vibrations, reduce the stress on the pipe joints, and extend the service life of the system. The refrigerant hose assembly is connected to the outdoor unit and the indoor unit respectively through sheet metal parts. The refrigerant hose assembly also provides additional protection for the outdoor unit. When the outdoor unit falls, it can hold the outdoor unit to prevent serious injuries and damages caused by the fall of the outdoor unit, improving the safety of the outdoor unit. The refrigerant hose assembly is usually made of stainless steel, copper, aluminum or composite materials woven, or made of engineering plastics with greater strength.

[0064] The indoor unit is provided with a panel assembly 10. When the indoor unit is impacted during transportation, or moved and impacted during operation, or accidentally dropped, the indoor unit is not likely to bulge, thus improving the aesthetics and integrity of the indoor unit; at the same time, it can also prevent the internal components of the indoor unit from being exposed and causing scratches to users, thereby improving the safety of the indoor unit.

[0065] In an embodiment, the air conditioner includes an indoor unit and an outdoor unit. The indoor unit is provided with a panel assembly 10, and the compressor of the air conditioner is arranged inside the indoor unit.

[0066] The compressor is arranged inside the indoor unit, that is, the compressor is arranged in the accommodation cavity formed by the panel assembly 10 to reduce the weight of the outdoor unit, thus facilitating the installation of the outdoor unit. Correspondingly, the corresponding compressor should be provided with a noise reduction structure to reduce the noise of the compressor indoors.

[0067] The above are only exemplary embodiments of the present invention, and do not limit the patent scope of the present invention. Any equivalent structural transformation made under the technical concept of the present invention by using the content of the specification and drawings of the present invention, or directly / indirectly applied in other related technical fields, is included in the patent protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A panel assembly, applied to an air conditioner, characterized in that: The panel assembly comprises: First panel; A second panel is spliced ​​with the first panel and enclosed with the first panel to define a receiving cavity; and An adhesive tape is bonded to both the first panel and the second panel.

2. The panel assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that The adhesive tape is bonded to the outer surfaces of the first panel and the second panel.

3. The panel assembly according to claim 1, wherein: The adhesive tape extends along a splicing line between the first panel and the second panel, and the adhesive tape at least partially covers a middle portion of the splicing line.

4. The panel assembly according to claim 1, wherein: A plurality of the adhesive tapes are provided, and the plurality of the adhesive tapes are arranged at intervals along the splicing line between the first panel and the second panel, and at least one of the adhesive tapes is arranged in the middle of the splicing line.

5. The panel assembly according to claim 1, wherein: The first panel includes a first plate portion and a second plate portion distributed along a vertical direction, and the adhesive tape is bonded to both the first plate portion and the second plate portion.

6. The panel assembly according to claim 1, wherein: The tape is configured as a non-transfer tape.

7. The panel assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: The first panel is detachably connected to the second panel.

8. The panel assembly according to claim 7, wherein: The first panel and the second panel are connected via a clamping structure and a screw locking structure.

9. An air conditioner, characterized in that: Comprising the panel assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 8.

10. The air conditioner according to claim 9, characterized in that: The air conditioner comprises an indoor unit and an outdoor unit, and the indoor unit is provided with the panel assembly; The indoor unit is connected to the outdoor unit via a refrigerant hose assembly, and the refrigerant hose assembly is pre-filled with refrigerant; or the compressor of the air conditioner is arranged in the indoor unit.

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