Outdoor unit for air conditioner and air conditioner

By using the water coolant in the water cooling box in the air conditioner to dissipate heat to the main control board waiting for the heat dissipation parts, the problem of poor heat dissipation effect of the main control board is solved, and a more efficient heat dissipation effect is achieved, high temperature conditions are avoided, and the normal operation of the air conditioner is ensured.

CN223242891UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-19QINGDAO HAIER AIR CONDITIONER GENERAL CORP LTD +1
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Application Number
CN202421814624.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-07-29
Publication Date
2025-08-19
Estimated Expiration
2034-07-29

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Technical Problem

The main control board of the existing air conditioner has poor heat dissipation effect, which leads to its long-term high temperature state, affecting its life and cooling effect.

Method used

The water coolant in the water cooling box is used to dissipate heat to the heat dissipate device, and the main control board is waiting for the heat dissipation parts to directly dissipate heat to improve the heat dissipation efficiency.

Benefits of technology

Effectively avoid the main control board waiting for the heat sink to be in a high temperature state, improve the heat dissipation efficiency, and ensure the normal operation and cooling effect of the air conditioner.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of household appliances. The utility model discloses an outdoor unit for an air conditioner. The outdoor unit comprises a machine shell, a heat dissipation device and a water cooling box. The machine shell is provided with an installation cavity, and a part to be cooled is arranged in the installation cavity. The heat dissipation device is arranged in the mounting cavity and is used for dissipating heat of the to-be-dissipated part; the water cooling box is arranged at the position, corresponding to the heat dissipation device, of the installation cavity. Wherein the water cooling box is used for storing water cooling liquid, and at least part of the part to be cooled is soaked in the water cooling liquid. The air conditioner further comprises a computer board to form a piece to be cooled, and the computer board is installed in the installation cavity. The cooling device is used for cooling the computer board. Through the arrangement, the heat dissipation efficiency of the to-be-cooled part can be improved, and then the to-be-cooled part is prevented from being in a high-temperature state. Meanwhile, the utility model further discloses the air conditioner.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of household appliances, for example, to an outdoor unit for an air conditioner and an air conditioner. Background Art

[0002] Air conditioners are now widely used in people's daily lives, allowing them to cool or heat indoors to regulate the temperature. However, with the development of society and improvements in living standards, people's demands for a higher quality of life are also increasing. For example, air conditioners now also include main control boards such as IPMs (Intelligent Power Modules) to integrate multiple functions into a single module, thereby achieving more precise and efficient motor control, which is crucial for variable-frequency air conditioners. However, during use, these main control boards generate heat and remain in a high-temperature state. If they remain in this high-temperature state for a long time, their lifespan will be shortened.

[0003] In the related art, for example, heat dissipation holes are generally provided on the housing where the main control board is mounted, and a fan is installed at the position of the air conditioner corresponding to the main control board. If the temperature of the main control board is high, the fan can be turned on to circulate air in the housing through the heat dissipation holes, thereby achieving the effect of cooling the main control board.

[0004] During the implementation of the embodiments of the present disclosure, it was found that at least the following problems exist in the related art:

[0005] In the related art, the existing air conditioner is provided with a fan and heat dissipation holes, which can only remove the heat dissipated by the main control board through air flow, and the heat dissipation effect is poor. The main control board may still be in a high temperature state for a long time.

[0006] It should be noted that the information disclosed in the above background technology section is only used to enhance the understanding of the background of this application, and therefore may include information that does not constitute prior art known to ordinary technicians in this field. Utility Model Content

[0007] In order to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed embodiments, a brief summary is given below. The summary is not an extensive review, nor is it intended to identify key / critical elements or delineate the scope of protection of these embodiments, but rather serves as a prelude to the detailed description that follows.

[0008] The disclosed embodiments provide an outdoor unit and an air conditioner for an air conditioner. When the temperature of a heat dissipation element on a main control board of the air conditioner is high, the heat dissipation device can be cooled by the water-cooling liquid in the water cooling tank, thereby improving the heat dissipation effect of the heat dissipation device on the heat dissipation element. This arrangement improves the heat dissipation efficiency of the heat dissipation element and prevents the heat dissipation element from being subjected to high temperatures.

[0009] The present disclosure provides an outdoor unit for an air conditioner, comprising a housing, a heat sink, and a water-cooling box. The housing includes a mounting cavity, wherein a heat sink is disposed within the mounting cavity; the heat sink is disposed within the mounting cavity for dissipating heat from the heat sink; and the water-cooling box is disposed within the mounting cavity corresponding to the heat sink. The water-cooling box stores a cooling liquid, and the heat sink is at least partially immersed in the cooling liquid.

[0010] In some embodiments, the air conditioner also includes an indoor unit, which includes: a condensing water tank; the water cooling box is provided with a water inlet and a water outlet; wherein the water inlet and the water outlet are respectively connected to the condensing water tank through pipes, and the condensed water in the condensing water tank can flow into the water cooling box through the pipes to form a water-cooled liquid.

[0011] In some embodiments, the water inlet is disposed at the lower half of the water cooling box, and the water outlet is disposed at the upper half of the water cooling box.

[0012] In some embodiments, an outdoor unit for an air conditioner further includes a water level sensor and an alarm device. The water level sensor is disposed within a water cooling tank and is configured to detect the water level within the water cooling tank. The alarm device is electrically connected to the water level sensor. When the water level within the water cooling tank is higher than or equal to a first water level, the water level sensor may trigger the alarm device.

[0013] In some embodiments, an outdoor unit for an air conditioner further includes a valve element disposed at a water inlet for unblocking or blocking the water inlet; wherein the valve element is electrically connected to a water level sensor; and when the water level in the water cooling tank is higher than or equal to a first water level, the water level sensor can control the valve element to block the water inlet.

[0014] In some embodiments, the outdoor unit for an air conditioner further includes a temperature sensor disposed in a water cooling tank for obtaining the temperature of water within the water cooling tank; wherein the temperature sensor is electrically connected to the valve element and can control the opening of the valve element based on the water temperature within the water cooling tank.

[0015] In some embodiments, the outdoor unit for the air conditioner further comprises a water receiving pan, which is disposed below the water cooling box and is used to receive the water cooling liquid overflowing from the water cooling box.

[0016] In some embodiments, the water receiving tray is connected to the condensed water tank through a pipeline, and the water in the water receiving tray can flow into the condensed water tank through the pipeline.

[0017] In some embodiments, the outdoor unit for the air conditioner further comprises a filter, which is arranged at the water inlet of the water cooling box.

[0018] The present disclosure also provides an air conditioner comprising: a computer board and the outdoor unit for the air conditioner. The computer board is disposed in the mounting cavity of the housing, the computer board constituting the heat dissipation element; wherein the heat dissipation device is used to dissipate heat from the computer board.

[0019] The embodiments of the present disclosure provide an outdoor unit for an air conditioner and an air conditioner, which can achieve the following technical effects:

[0020] The disclosed embodiment provides an outdoor unit for an air conditioner, comprising: a housing, a heat sink, and a water-cooling box. The housing is provided with a mounting cavity, wherein a heat sink to be dissipated is provided in the mounting cavity; the heat sink is provided in the mounting cavity for dissipating heat from the heat sink; the water-cooling box is provided at a position corresponding to the mounting cavity and the heat sink; wherein the water-cooling box is used to store water-cooled liquid, and the heat sink to be dissipated is at least partially immersed in the water-cooled liquid. The air conditioner further comprises a computer board to constitute the heat sink to be dissipated, and the computer board is installed in the mounting cavity. The heat sink is used to dissipate heat from the computer board. Thus, when the temperature of the computer board is high, water-cooling liquid can be injected into the water-cooling box. At this time, the heat sink is at least partially immersed in the water-cooling liquid, and the water-cooling liquid can dissipate heat from the heat sink immersed therein, thereby improving the heat dissipation effect of the heat sink on the computer board. Such a configuration can improve the heat dissipation efficiency of the heat sink to be dissipated, thereby preventing the heat sink from being in a high temperature state.

[0021] The above general description and the following description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not intended to limit the present application. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0022] One or more embodiments are exemplarily described by corresponding drawings. These exemplary descriptions and drawings do not limit the embodiments. Elements with the same reference numerals in the drawings are shown as similar elements. The drawings do not constitute a scale limitation. In addition,

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic structural diagram of an outdoor unit for an air conditioner provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic structural diagram of a water cooling box provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0025] Figure 3 is a structural schematic diagram of a heat dissipation device provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0026] Figure 4 This is a condensed water circulation flow diagram provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0027] Reference numerals:

[0028] 01: heat dissipation component; 02: indoor unit; 03: outdoor unit; 04: condensation water tank;

[0029] 10: heat dissipation device; 11: heat dissipation part; 12: fin;

[0030] 20: Water cooling box; 21: Water inlet; 22: Water outlet;

[0031] 31: Water level sensor; 32: Temperature sensor; 33: Warning device;

[0032] 40: Water tray. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0033] In order to be able to understand the features and technical content of the embodiments of the present disclosure in more detail, the implementation of the embodiments of the present disclosure is described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. The accompanying drawings are for reference only and are not used to limit the embodiments of the present disclosure. In the following technical description, for the sake of convenience of explanation, a full understanding of the disclosed embodiments is provided through multiple details. However, one or more embodiments can still be implemented without these details. In other cases, to simplify the drawings, well-known structures and devices can be simplified for display.

[0034] In the description and claims of the embodiments of the present disclosure, as well as in the accompanying drawings, the terms "first," "second," and the like are used to distinguish similar items and are not necessarily used to describe a particular order or precedence. It should be understood that the terms used in this manner are interchangeable where appropriate to describe the embodiments of the present disclosure herein. In addition, the terms "including," "having," and any variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusions.

[0035] In the embodiments of the present disclosure, the terms "upper", "lower", "inside", "middle", "outside", "front", "back" and the like indicate directions or positional relationships based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are mainly intended to better describe the embodiments of the present disclosure and their embodiments, and are not intended to limit the indicated devices, elements or components to having a specific direction, or to be constructed and operated in a specific direction. Moreover, in addition to being used to indicate directions or positional relationships, some of the above terms may also be used to indicate other meanings. For example, the term "upper" may also be used to indicate a certain dependency or connection relationship in certain circumstances. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of these terms in the embodiments of the present disclosure can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0036] Furthermore, the terms "disposed," "connected," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connected" can mean a fixed connection, a removable connection, or an integral structure; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection, an indirect connection through an intermediary, or an internal connection between two devices, elements, or components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in the embodiments of this disclosure based on the specific circumstances.

[0037] Unless otherwise stated, the term "plurality" means two or more.

[0038] In the embodiment of the present disclosure, the character " / " indicates that the preceding and following objects are in an "or" relationship. For example, A / B means: A or B.

[0039] The term "and / or" describes an association between objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B means: A or B, or A and B.

[0040] It should be noted that, in the absence of conflict, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of the present disclosure can be combined with each other.

[0041] In the prior art, a main control computer board, such as an IPM (Intelligent Power Module), is installed inside an air conditioner to integrate multiple functions into a single module. When the air conditioner is operating at high temperatures, the computer board generates a large amount of heat, so a fan is typically installed inside the air conditioner to cool the computer board.

[0042] However, for the above-mentioned air conditioner equipped with a fan, when the outdoor temperature continues to rise, the air cooling mode has a poor cooling effect on the computer board, resulting in the compressor being unable to continue to increase the frequency, thereby affecting the cooling effect of the air conditioner.

[0043] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the disclosed embodiments provide an outdoor unit 03 for an air conditioner and an air conditioner. When the temperature of the heat dissipation element of the main control board of the air conditioner is high, the water-cooling liquid in the water cooling tank 20 can be used to dissipate heat from the heat dissipation device 10, thereby improving the heat dissipation effect of the heat dissipation device 10 on the heat dissipation element 01. This arrangement can improve the heat dissipation efficiency of the heat dissipation element 01, thereby preventing the heat dissipation element 01 from being in a high temperature state.

[0044] like Figures 1 to 4As shown, the disclosed embodiment provides an outdoor unit 03 for an air conditioner, comprising: a housing, a heat sink 10, and a water-cooling tank 20. The housing is provided with a mounting cavity, in which a heat dissipation element 01 is disposed; the heat sink 10 is disposed in the mounting cavity for dissipating heat from the heat dissipation element 01; and the water-cooling tank 20 is disposed in a position corresponding to the mounting cavity and the heat sink 10. The water-cooling tank 20 is used to store cooling liquid, and the heat dissipation element 01 is at least partially immersed in the cooling liquid.

[0045] Specifically, the heat dissipation component 01 of the outdoor unit 03 is a computer board installed in the casing. The heat dissipation device 10 includes a heat dissipation portion 11 attached to the computer board and fins 12 in contact with the heat dissipation portion 11. The heat dissipation portion 11 is used to dissipate heat from the computer board, and the fins 12 are used to dissipate heat from the heat dissipation portion 11. The upper end of the water cooling box 20 is provided with an opening, and the size of the opening is greater than or equal to the size of the heat dissipation device 10. The user can inject water-cooling liquid into the water cooling box 20 through the opening, and then install the water cooling box 20 in the installation cavity of the casing. At this time, the fins 12 of the heat dissipation device 10 are partially or completely immersed in the water-cooling liquid, and the water-cooling liquid can dissipate heat from the fins 12, thereby improving the heat dissipation effect of the heat dissipation device 10 on the heat dissipation component 01. Such a setting can improve the heat dissipation efficiency of the heat dissipation component 01, thereby preventing the heat dissipation component 01 from being in a high temperature state.

[0046] In practical applications, at least 1 / 3 of the heat dissipation device 10 is immersed in the water-cooling liquid to ensure the heat dissipation effect of the water-cooling liquid on the heat dissipation device 10 .

[0047] Optionally, heat element 01 is located above water-cooling box 20, and the distance between heat element 01 and water-cooling box 20 is greater than or equal to 0.5 cm. For example, the distance between heat element 01 and water-cooling box 20 can be 0.5 cm, 1 cm, or 1.5 cm. This arrangement prevents the coolant in water-cooling box 20 from splashing onto heat element 01.

[0048] Optionally, a waterproof member is provided at a position corresponding to the heat dissipation component 01 and the water cooling box 20 to further prevent the water-cooling liquid in the water cooling box 20 from splashing onto the heat dissipation component 01.

[0049] Optionally, the water cooling box 20 is detachably mounted in the mounting cavity. In this way, the user can take the water cooling box 20 out of the mounting cavity, and then inject or replace the water cooling liquid in the water cooling box 20, which is more convenient for the user to operate.

[0050] like Figure 4As shown, in some embodiments, the air conditioner further includes an indoor unit 02, and the indoor unit 02 includes: a condensed water tank 04; a water cooling box 20 is provided with a water inlet 21 and a water outlet 22; wherein the water inlet 21 and the water outlet 22 are respectively connected to the condensed water tank 04 through pipelines, and the condensed water in the condensed water tank 04 can flow into the water cooling box 20 through the pipeline to form a water-cooled liquid.

[0051] Specifically, the water inlet 21 and the water outlet 22 of the water cooling box 20 are provided with waterproof rings to prevent the water-cooling liquid from dripping from the water inlet 21 and the water outlet 22 to other components of the outdoor unit 03.

[0052] When the heat dissipation element 01 is at a high temperature, the condensed water in the condensed water tank 04 can flow into the water cooling tank 20 through the water inlet 21 of the water cooling tank 20 via a pipe. The condensed water flowing into the water cooling tank 20 forms a water-cooled liquid, which dissipates heat from the heat dissipation device 10. After the water-cooled liquid absorbs heat from the heat dissipation device 10, it can flow out of the water cooling tank 20 through the water outlet 22 and flow back into the condensed water tank through the pipe, completing the condensed water circulation. This configuration ensures that the water-cooled liquid in the water cooling tank 20 remains at a low temperature, thereby ensuring the heat dissipation effect of the heat dissipation device 10.

[0053] It is understandable that, generally speaking, the temperature of condensed water is relatively low, and dissipating the heat from the heat dissipation device 10 through the condensed water in the condensed water tank 04 can not only save water resources but also ensure the heat dissipation effect of the heat dissipation device 10 .

[0054] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the water inlet 21 is disposed at the lower half of the water cooling box 20 , and the water outlet 22 is disposed at the upper half of the water cooling box 20 .

[0055] Specifically, when the temperature of the heat dissipation element is high, the condensed water in the condensed water tank 04 can flow through the pipe from the lower half of the water cooling box 20. As the water level in the water cooling box 20 rises, the condensed water gradually soaks the heat dissipation device 10. When the water level in the water cooling box 20 rises to the water outlet 22, the condensed water can flow out of the water cooling box 20 from the water outlet 22, forming a fluid water flow.

[0056] It is understandable that setting the water inlet 21 of the water cooling box 20 in the lower half of the water cooling box 20 can reduce the height of the coolant flowing into the water cooling box 20, thereby preventing the coolant from dripping directly onto the bottom wall of the water cooling box 20.

[0057] like Figure 2As shown, in some embodiments, the outdoor unit 03 for the air conditioner further includes a water level sensor 31 and an alarm device 33. The water level sensor 31 is disposed in the water cooling tank 20 and is used to obtain the water level in the water cooling tank 20. The alarm device 33 is electrically connected to the water level sensor 31. When the water level in the water cooling tank 20 is higher than or equal to a first water level, the water level sensor 31 can trigger the alarm device 33.

[0058] Specifically, the height of the first water level is higher than the height of the water outlet 22 of the water cooling tank 20. A warning device 33 is provided on the housing to provide a user with a prompt. When the water level in the water cooling tank 20 is higher than or equal to the first water level, the water level sensor 31 sends a high water level signal to the warning device 33, triggering the warning device 33. At this point, the warning device 33 emits an audible or visual signal to remind the user that the water cooling tank 20 is at a high water level. With this configuration, the outdoor unit 03 can promptly remind the user to pour out or pump out the condensed water in the water cooling tank 20 to prevent the coolant from overflowing from the opening of the water cooling tank 20.

[0059] In the above embodiment, the first water level can be set according to the actual needs of the user, and the main requirement is that the height of the first water level is higher than the height of the water outlet 22 of the water cooling box 20. The height of the first water level refers to the height between the surface of the water-cooling liquid and the bottom wall of the water cooling box 20, and the height of the water outlet 22 refers to the height from the water outlet 22 to the bottom wall of the water cooling box 20.

[0060] In practical applications, the warning device 33 may be a device with a warning function such as a sound prompt or a light prompt.

[0061] like Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the outdoor unit 03 for the air conditioner further includes a valve element. The valve element is disposed at the water inlet 21 and is used to clear or block the water inlet 21. The valve element is electrically connected to a water level sensor 31. When the water level in the water cooling tank 20 is higher than or equal to a first water level, the water level sensor 31 can control the valve element to block the water inlet 21.

[0062] Specifically, the valve body element is a solenoid valve, which is arranged at the water inlet 21. When the heat dissipation element 01 is in a high temperature state, the valve body element opens to clear the water inlet 21. At this time, the condensed water in the condensed water tank 04 can flow through the pipeline from the lower half of the water cooling box 20. As the water level in the water cooling box 20 rises, the condensed water gradually soaks the heat dissipation device 10. When the water level in the water cooling box 20 is higher than or equal to the first water level, the water level sensor 31 determines that the water cooling box 20 is in a high water level state and sends a high water level signal to the valve body element. After the valve body element receives the high water level signal, the valve body element closes and blocks the water inlet 21 to prevent the condensed water in the condensed water tank 04 from continuing to flow into the water cooling box 20, thereby preventing the condensed water in the water cooling box 20 from overflowing.

[0063] like Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the outdoor unit 03 for the air conditioner further includes a temperature sensor 32. The temperature sensor 32 is disposed in the water cooling tank 20 and is used to obtain the water temperature in the water cooling tank 20. The temperature sensor 32 is electrically connected to the valve element and can control the opening of the valve element according to the water temperature in the water cooling tank 20.

[0064] Specifically, when the water-cooling liquid in the water-cooling box 20 absorbs the heat of the heat dissipation device 10, the temperature of the water-cooling liquid itself will also rise, thereby affecting the heat dissipation effect on the heat dissipation device 10. When the temperature sensor 32 detects that the water temperature in the water-cooling box 20 is less than or equal to the first preset temperature, it is determined that the water-cooling box 20 is in a low-temperature state, and a low-temperature signal is sent to the valve body element. After the valve body element receives the low-temperature signal, the valve body element can reduce the opening until it is closed to reduce the flow of condensed water, thereby saving water resources. When the temperature sensor 32 detects that the water level in the water-cooling box 20 is greater than or equal to the second preset temperature, it is determined that the water-cooling box 20 is in a high-temperature state, and a high-temperature signal is sent to the valve body element. After the valve body element receives the high-temperature signal, the valve body element can increase the opening until it is fully opened to increase the flow of condensed water, thereby improving the heat dissipation effect on the heat dissipation device 10.

[0065] like Figure 1 As shown, in some embodiments, the outdoor unit 03 for the air conditioner further includes a water receiving tray 40. The water receiving tray 40 is arranged below the water cooling box 20 and is used to receive the water-cooled liquid overflowed from the water cooling box 20.

[0066] Specifically, the water receiving pan 40 is fixedly mounted and located below the water cooling box 20. This allows the pan 40 to collect leaked or overflowed coolant from the water cooling box 20, or condensed water from the water cooling box 20 itself. This prevents coolant or condensed water from dripping onto other components of the outdoor unit 03, thereby extending the service life of the outdoor unit 03.

[0067] Optionally, the projection of the water cooling box 20 on the horizontal plane where the water receiving pan 40 is located completely falls into the water receiving pan 40 to ensure that the water-cooling liquid or condensed water completely falls into the water receiving pan 40.

[0068] In some embodiments, the water receiving tray 40 is connected to the condensed water tank 04 through a pipeline, and the water in the water receiving tray 40 can flow into the condensed water tank 04 through the pipeline.

[0069] Specifically, when the water-cooling liquid or condensed water drips onto the water receiving pan 40 , it can flow into the condensed water tank 04 through the pipeline to prevent the water in the water receiving pan 40 from overflowing.

[0070] In some embodiments, the outdoor unit 03 for the air conditioner further includes a filter. The filter is arranged at the water inlet 21 of the water cooling box 20.

[0071] Specifically, the filter is detachably installed at the water inlet 21 to filter the condensed water flowing into the water cooling box 20 to improve the water quality of the condensed water flowing into the water cooling box 20, thereby avoiding the occurrence of scale or other impurities in the water cooling box 20.

[0072] If the filter is clogged by scale or other impurities, the user can remove the filter from the water inlet 21 to clean or replace the filter.

[0073] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the embodiment of the present disclosure further provides an air conditioner comprising: a computer board and the outdoor unit 03 for the air conditioner. The computer board is arranged in the mounting cavity of the housing, and the computer board constitutes the heat dissipation element 01; wherein the heat dissipation device 10 is used to dissipate heat from the computer board.

[0074] Specifically, the heat dissipation device 10 can dissipate heat from the computer board, and the water-cooling liquid in the water-cooling box 20 can dissipate heat from the heat dissipation device 10, thereby improving the heat dissipation efficiency of the heat dissipation device 10 on the computer board.

[0075] Such an arrangement can improve the heat dissipation efficiency of the heat dissipation element 01 , thereby preventing the heat dissipation element 01 from being in a high temperature state.

[0076] The above description and the accompanying drawings sufficiently illustrate the embodiments disclosed in this application to enable those skilled in the art to practice them. Other embodiments may include structural and other changes. The embodiments represent only possible variations. Unless expressly required, individual components and functions are optional, and the order of operations may vary. Portions and features of some embodiments may be included in or replace portions and features of other embodiments. The embodiments disclosed in this application are not limited to the structures described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes may be made without departing from the scope thereof. The scope of this disclosure is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. An outdoor unit for an air conditioner, characterized in that: include: The housing is provided with a mounting cavity, and a heat dissipation element is provided in the mounting cavity; A heat dissipation device, disposed in the installation cavity, for dissipating heat from the heat-dissipating element; and, A water cooling box is provided at a position corresponding to the installation cavity and the heat dissipation device; The water cooling box is used to store water cooling liquid, and the heat dissipation component to be cooled is at least partially immersed in the water cooling liquid.

2. The outdoor unit according to claim 1, wherein: The air conditioner further comprises an indoor unit, and the indoor unit comprises: a condensation water tank; The water cooling box is provided with a water inlet and a water outlet; The water inlet and the water outlet are respectively connected to the condensing water tank through pipelines, and the condensed water in the condensing water tank can flow into the water cooling tank through the pipelines to form a water-cooling liquid.

3. The outdoor unit according to claim 2, characterized in that: The water inlet is arranged at the lower half of the water cooling box, and the water outlet is arranged at the upper half of the water cooling box.

4. The outdoor unit according to claim 2, wherein: Also includes: A water level sensor is provided in the water cooling box and is used to obtain the water level in the water cooling box; and, a warning device, electrically connected to the water level sensor; When the water level in the water cooling box is higher than or equal to the first water level, the water level sensor may trigger the warning device.

5. The outdoor unit according to claim 4, characterized in that: Also includes: a valve element, disposed at the water inlet, for unblocking or blocking the water inlet; Wherein, the valve body element is electrically connected to the water level sensor; When the water level in the water cooling box is higher than or equal to the first water level, the water level sensor can control the valve body element to block the water inlet.

6. The outdoor unit according to claim 5, characterized in that Also includes: a temperature sensor, disposed in the water cooling box, for obtaining the water temperature in the water cooling box; Wherein, the temperature sensor is electrically connected to the valve body element, and the temperature sensor can control the opening of the valve body element according to the water temperature in the water cooling box.

7. The outdoor unit according to any one of claims 2 to 6, characterized in that: Also includes: The water receiving tray is arranged below the water cooling box and is used for receiving the water cooling liquid overflowing from the water cooling box.

8. The outdoor unit according to claim 7, characterized in that: The water receiving pan is in communication with the condensed water tank via a pipeline, and the water in the water receiving pan can flow into the condensed water tank via the pipeline.

9. The outdoor unit according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: Also includes: The filter is arranged at the water inlet of the water cooling box.

10. An air conditioner, characterized in that: include: A computer board is arranged in the mounting cavity of the housing, and the computer board constitutes the heat dissipation element; and, The outdoor unit for an air conditioner according to any one of claims 1 to 9; in, The heat dissipation device is used for dissipating heat from the computer board.