Side plate handle assembly, air conditioner outdoor unit and air conditioner

Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model provides a side plate handle assembly, an air conditioner outdoor unit and an air conditioner, and relates to the technical field of air conditioners. The side plate handle assembly comprises a side plate and a handle, one end of the handle is detachably connected with the side plate, and the other end of the handle is clamped with the side plate. The end, with the smaller installation space, of the handle is in rotatable clamping connection with the side plate, the installation space of the handle can be saved, the other end of the handle is fixedly connected with the side plate, the connection strength of the handle and the side plate can be guaranteed, and the connection stability is guaranteed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of air conditioners, and in particular to a side panel handle assembly, an air conditioner outdoor unit and an air conditioner. Background Art

[0002] The outdoor units in the air conditioning and heat pump industries are mostly relatively large in size and need to be moved to a designated location for installation.

[0003] However, due to insufficient space on the side of the outdoor unit in the air-conditioning and heat pump industries, the machine can only be moved using the sheet metal grille flange holes on the side panels during installation or transportation. The operator's hands can easily enter the interior of the machine and be cut by the fins. Some units have handles, but the internal space is insufficient, and the machine cannot be moved with force, resulting in a poor user experience. Utility Model Content

[0004] The utility model provides a side panel handle assembly, an air conditioner outdoor unit and an air conditioner, which can save installation space for the handle and ensure that the air conditioner outdoor unit and other devices can also be provided with a handle in a smaller installation space for easy transportation.

[0005] The embodiment of the present utility model can be implemented as follows:

[0006] An embodiment of the present invention provides a side panel handle assembly, which includes:

[0007] side panels;

[0008] A handle, one end of which is detachably connected to the side panel, and the other end of which is clamped to the side panel.

[0009] In an optional embodiment, the handle includes a snap-fitting portion, a bending portion, a connecting portion and a gripping portion, the snap-fitting portion is connected to one end of the bending portion, and the other end of the bending portion is connected to the connecting portion; the gripping portion is connected to both ends of the bending portion, and the bending portion and the gripping portion together enclose a gripping space; the end of the connecting portion away from the bending portion is detachably connected to the side panel, and the end of the snap-fitting portion away from the bending portion is snap-fitted to the side panel.

[0010] In an optional embodiment, the gripping portion is a curved plate that bends in a direction away from the bending portion.

[0011] In an optional embodiment, a side surface of the engaging portion facing the bending portion and a side surface of the bending portion facing the engaging portion are arranged at an acute angle.

[0012] In an optional embodiment, the connecting portion is provided with a buckle, and the side panel is correspondingly provided with a slot that cooperates with the buckle, and the buckle and the slot are detachably matched.

[0013] In an optional embodiment, the connecting portion is provided with a concave step, the concave step is provided with a mounting hole, the mounting hole is used for mounting a threaded fastener, and the concave step is used for hiding the threaded fastener.

[0014] In an optional embodiment, a plurality of heat dissipation holes are provided on the bending portion, and the plurality of heat dissipation holes are arranged at intervals.

[0015] In an optional embodiment, the bent portion is provided with at least one reinforcing rib.

[0016] An embodiment of the present invention further provides an air conditioner outdoor unit, comprising the side panel handle assembly described in any one of the above embodiments.

[0017] An embodiment of the present invention further provides an air conditioner, comprising an air conditioner indoor unit and an air conditioner outdoor unit as described in any one of the above embodiments, wherein the air conditioner indoor unit and the air conditioner outdoor unit are connected.

[0018] The beneficial effects of the side panel handle assembly, air conditioner outdoor unit and air conditioner according to the embodiment of the utility model include:

[0019] The side panel handle assembly includes a side panel and a handle. One end of the handle is detachably connected to the side panel, and the other end is clipped to the side panel. The handle is rotatably clipped to the side panel at the end where the mounting space is smaller, saving installation space. The other end of the handle is fixedly connected to the side panel to ensure the strength and stability of the connection between the handle and the side panel. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0020] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the following is a brief introduction to the drawings required for use in the embodiments. It should be understood that the following drawings only illustrate certain embodiments of the present invention and therefore should not be regarded as limiting the scope. For ordinary technicians in this field, other relevant drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0021] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of an air conditioner outdoor unit provided in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 A partial schematic diagram of an air conditioner outdoor unit provided in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a side panel handle assembly in a first state provided in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the side panel handle assembly provided in an embodiment of the present utility model in a second state;

[0025] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of a side panel handle assembly provided in an embodiment of the present invention from a first perspective;

[0026] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of a side panel handle assembly provided in an embodiment of the present invention from a second perspective;

[0027] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of a handle provided in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0028] Figure 8 This is a partial enlarged schematic diagram of point A provided in an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0029] Icon: 1000-air conditioner outdoor unit; 100-side panel handle assembly; 110-side panel; 120-handle; 121-locking part; 122-bending part; 1221-heat dissipation hole; 1222-reinforcement rib; 123-connecting part; 1231-clip; 1232-recessed step; 12321-mounting hole; 124-grip part; 125-grip space; 200-fan; 300-housing; 400-screw; 500-evaporator. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0030] To make the purpose, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention more clear, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, not all embodiments. Generally, the components of the embodiments of the present invention described and shown in the drawings herein can be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0031] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but rather merely represents selected embodiments of the present invention. All other embodiments derived by persons of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without creative effort are intended to fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0032] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters denote similar items in the following drawings, and therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, it does not need to be further defined or explained in subsequent drawings.

[0033] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that if the terms "upper", "lower", "inside", "outside", etc. appear, the orientation or position relationship indicated is based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or is the orientation or position relationship in which the utility model product is usually placed when in use. It is only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and does not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, it cannot be understood as a limitation on the present invention.

[0034] In addition, the terms "first", "second", etc., if used, are merely used to distinguish and describe, and should not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0035] It should be noted that, in the absence of conflict, the features in the embodiments of the present invention can be combined with each other.

[0036] Outdoor units in the air conditioning and heat pump industries are generally relatively large and require transport to a designated location during installation. However, due to limited side clearance, these units are often moved using the flanging holes in the sheet metal grilles on the side panels. This can easily lead to injuries from the fins. Some units have handles, but lack sufficient internal space, making it difficult to effectively move the unit, resulting in a poor user experience.

[0037] Based on this, see Figure 1-Figure 4 The side panel handle assembly 100 provided in the embodiment of the present invention can effectively improve the technical problems mentioned above. The side panel handle assembly 100 can save the installation space of the handle 120, ensuring that devices such as the air conditioner outdoor unit 1000 can also be provided with a handle 120 in a smaller installation space for easy transportation. The side panel handle assembly 100 can be applied to devices such as the air conditioner outdoor unit 1000 that are large in size, need to be transported, and have a smaller installation space for the handle 120. The air conditioner outdoor unit 1000 can be applied to air conditioners. Devices with the side panel handle assembly 100 all have the functions mentioned above, which will not be described in detail here.

[0038] The air conditioner in this embodiment includes an indoor unit and an outdoor unit 1000, which are connected to each other. The indoor and outdoor units are typically connected by pipes, which include high-pressure and low-pressure pipes. The high-pressure pipes transport high-temperature, high-pressure refrigerant gas, while the low-pressure pipes transport low-temperature, low-pressure refrigerant gas. This design allows the refrigerant to circulate between the indoor and outdoor units, thereby achieving a cooling or heating effect.

[0039] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of an air-conditioning outdoor unit 1000 provided in an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 2 This is a partial schematic diagram of the air conditioner outdoor unit 1000 provided in the embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The air conditioner outdoor unit 1000 in this embodiment includes a shell 300 and a side panel handle assembly 100. The shell 300 has an air inlet and an air outlet. The side panel 110 is connected to the shell 300, and the side panel 110 and the shell 300 together enclose a ventilation space. A fan 200 and an evaporator 500 are provided in the ventilation space. The evaporator 500 is provided at the air inlet, and the fan 200 is provided at the air outlet. Of course, the air conditioner outdoor unit 1000 may also include other structures such as a condenser, a fin heat exchanger, etc., which are determined according to actual use requirements and are not limited here. The air conditioner outdoor unit 1000 can be carried by the handle 120 so that it can be carried to a designated installation location for installation. In addition, it is also convenient to move the air conditioner outdoor unit 1000 that needs to be replaced by the handle 120.

[0040] The structure of the side panel handle assembly 100 is described in detail below.

[0041] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a first state of the side panel handle assembly 100 provided in an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the second state of the side panel handle assembly 100 provided in an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 and Figure 4 The side panel handle assembly 100 in this embodiment includes a side panel 110 and a handle 120. One end of the handle 120 is detachably connected to the side panel 110, and the other end of the handle 120 is engaged with the side panel 110. The aforementioned "the other end of the handle 120 is rotatably engaged with the side panel 110" specifically means that the handle 120 has a protruding retaining structure, and a retaining groove is formed at a corresponding position on the side panel 110. The retaining structure engages with the retaining groove, and the end of the handle 120 with the retaining structure can be rotated toward the side panel 110 about the abutment point between the retaining structure and the retaining groove. When the retaining structure is rotated inwardly of the side panel 110, the retaining structure engages with the retaining groove, and the handle 120 is now fixedly connected to the side panel 110, allowing the device including the side panel handle assembly 100 to be transported. When the retaining structure is rotated outwardly of the side panel 110, the retaining structure is disconnected from the retaining groove. This design occupies less installation space and also ensures a secure connection between the handle 120 and the side panel 110. Of course, a retaining structure may also be provided on the side panel 110, and a retaining groove may be provided on the handle 120, depending on the actual installation space and is not limited here. The handle 120 is rotatably connected at the end with less installation space between the side panel 110, which can save installation space for the handle 120, and the other end of the handle 120 is fixedly connected to the side panel 110 to ensure the connection strength and stability of the handle 120 and the side panel 110.

[0042] For details, please refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4The handle 120 in this embodiment includes a snap-fitting portion 121, a bent portion 122, a connecting portion 123, and a gripping portion 124. The snap-fitting portion 121 is connected to one end of the bent portion 122, and the other end of the bent portion 122 is connected to the connecting portion 123. The gripping portion 124 connects both ends of the bent portion, and the bent portion 122 and the gripping portion 124 together enclose a gripping space 125. The end of the connecting portion 123 away from the bent portion 122 is detachably connected to the side panel 110, and the end of the snap-fitting portion 121 away from the bent portion 122 is engaged with the side panel 110. The gripping space 125 is for an operator to insert their fingers into for easy transport. The bent portion 122 and the gripping portion 124 enclose a structure with two connected openings at both ends. The openings facilitate the transport operator to insert their fingers into the gripping space 125. The size of the gripping space 125 can be designed and adjusted according to the size of the user's hand, and is not limited here. The size of the gripping space 125 in this embodiment is designed based on the curled gripping position of an adult male finger in northern China. The provision of the handle 120 with the gripping space 125 prevents an operator from inserting their hands into a device such as the air conditioner outdoor unit 1000 during transport, thereby preventing injury from being cut by the fins and other structures within the device.

[0043] See also Figure 3 , and combined with Figure 8 , Figure 8 This is a partial enlarged schematic diagram of point A provided in an embodiment of the present invention. The engaging portion 121 in this embodiment is Y-shaped and has a retaining groove formed therein. A retaining structure is protruded from the side panel 110 away from the engaging portion 121. The retaining groove cooperates with the retaining structure, and a portion of the engaging portion 121 abuts against the retaining structure. Of course, the engaging portion 121 and the corresponding retaining structure on the side panel 110 can also be designed in other structural forms, which are not limited here.

[0044] Please continue reading Figure 3 and Figure 4 To enhance the operator's grip on the handle 120 and provide greater comfort, the grip portion 124 in this embodiment is a curved plate that bends away from the bend 122. To further reduce the installation space for the handle 120 and expand the gripping space 125, the side surface of the engaging portion 121 facing the bend 122 in this embodiment forms an acute angle with the side surface of the bend 122 facing the engaging portion 121. Specifically, the engaging portion 121 connects to one end of the bend 122 at an angle of less than 20°. Furthermore, to ensure the connection strength at the bend 122, a reinforcing plate is provided at the junction of the bend 122 and the engaging portion 121.

[0045] The aforementioned "one end of the handle 120 is fixedly connected to the side panel 110" specifically refers to the fact that in this embodiment, one end of the handle 120 is connected to the side panel 110 using a screw 400 or bolt, or other threaded fastener, to facilitate removal and replacement of the handle 120. Of course, while the handle 120 is fixedly connected to the side panel 110, the handle 120 may also be connected to the side panel 110 by a detachable connection method such as riveting, which is not limited here.

[0046] See also Figure 3 , and combined with Figure 6 , Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram from a second perspective of the side panel handle assembly 100 provided in an embodiment of the present invention. To facilitate manual insertion of screws 400 and other threaded fasteners after the handle 120 is inserted into the side panel 110, the connecting portion 123 in this embodiment is provided with a latch 1231. The side panel 110 is provided with a corresponding slot that mates with the latch 1231. The latch 1231 and the slot are removably engaged. The connecting portion 123 is positioned by the latch 1231 engaging the slot on the side panel 110. A mounting hole 12321 is defined in the connecting portion 123. After the connecting portion 123 is locked into position with the side panel 110, a screw 400 or other threaded fastener is installed and tightened in the mounting hole 12321 to securely connect the connecting portion 123 to the side panel 110. Once secured with the latch 1231, the operator can install the screw 400 without holding the handle 120, preventing injury during installation.

[0047] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a side panel handle assembly 100 provided in an embodiment of the present invention from a first perspective; Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the handle 120 provided in the embodiment of the present invention, please continue to refer to Figure 3 , and combined with Figure 5 and Figure 7 To prevent exposed portions of screws 400 and other threaded fasteners from colliding with the operator's fingers, thereby affecting the operator's comfort and safety, the connecting portion 123 of this embodiment is provided with a recessed step 1232. This recessed step 1232 defines a mounting hole 12321. Mounting hole 12321 is used to mount the threaded fastener, while recessed step 1232 conceals the threaded fastener. Of course, recessed step 1232 can also be designed with other structures, as long as it conceals the threaded fastener and prevents it from coming into contact with the operator's fingers. The specific structure and shape are not limited.

[0048] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of a second viewing angle of the side panel handle assembly 100 provided in an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 6In this embodiment, the bent portion 122 is provided with a plurality of heat dissipation holes 1221, which are spaced apart. The provision of heat dissipation holes 1221 effectively reduces wind resistance and improves the heat exchange efficiency of the evaporator 500. It also ensures the strength of the handle 120 while reducing weight. In this embodiment, the plurality of heat dissipation holes 1221 are configured as grilles. Of course, the heat dissipation holes 1221 may also be circular or other shapes, and this is not a limitation here.

[0049] In order to ensure the connection strength between the bent portion 122 and other parts, please continue to refer to Figure 6 In this embodiment, the bent portion 122 is provided with at least one reinforcing rib 1222. In this embodiment, the reinforcing rib 1222 is provided at the connection between the bent portion 122 and other parts. In this embodiment, six reinforcing ribs 1222 are provided. Of course, the number and location of the reinforcing ribs 1222 can be determined according to actual conditions and are not limited here.

[0050] In summary, the side panel handle assembly 100 includes a side panel 110 and a handle 120. One end of the handle 120 is detachably connected to the side panel 110, and the other end of the handle 120 is clipped to the side panel 110. The handle 120 is rotatably clipped to the end where the installation space with the side panel 110 is smaller, which can save installation space for the handle 120. The other end of the handle 120 is fixedly connected to the side panel 110 to ensure the strength and stability of the connection between the handle 120 and the side panel 110.

[0051] The above is only a specific implementation method of the present invention, but the protection scope of the present invention is not limited to this. Any changes or replacements that can be easily thought of by any technician familiar with this technical field within the technical scope disclosed in the present invention should be included in the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A side panel handle assembly, characterized in that: include: Side panels (110); a handle (120), one end of the handle (120) being detachably connected to the side panel (110), and the other end of the handle (120) being snap-connected to the side panel (110); The handle (120) includes a snap-fitting portion (121), a bending portion (122), a connecting portion (123) and a gripping portion (124), wherein the snap-fitting portion (121) is connected to one end of the bending portion (122), and the other end of the bending portion (122) is connected to the connecting portion (123); the gripping portion (124) is connected to both ends of the bending portion (122), and the bending portion (122) and the gripping portion (124) together enclose a gripping space (125); an end of the connecting portion (123) away from the bending portion (122) is detachably connected to the side panel (110), and an end of the snap-fitting portion (121) away from the bending portion (122) is snap-fitted to the side panel (110).

2. The side panel handle assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The gripping portion (124) is a curved plate that bends in a direction away from the bending portion (122).

3. The side panel handle assembly according to claim 1, wherein: A side surface of the clamping portion (121) facing the bending portion (122) and a side surface of the bending portion (122) facing the clamping portion (121) are arranged at an acute angle.

4. The side panel handle assembly according to claim 1, wherein: The connecting portion (123) is provided with a buckle (1231), and the side plate (110) is correspondingly provided with a slot that cooperates with the buckle (1231), and the buckle (1231) and the slot are detachably matched.

5. The side panel handle assembly according to claim 1, wherein: The connecting portion (123) is provided with a concave step (1232), the concave step (1232) is provided with a mounting hole (12321), the mounting hole (12321) is used for mounting a threaded fastener, and the concave step (1232) is used for hiding the threaded fastener.

6. The side panel handle assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: A plurality of heat dissipation holes (1221) are provided on the bent portion (122), and the plurality of heat dissipation holes (1221) are arranged at intervals.

7. The side panel handle assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The bent portion (122) is provided with at least one reinforcing rib (1222).

8. An air conditioner outdoor unit, characterized in that: The side panel handle assembly (100) comprises the side panel handle assembly (100) according to any one of claims 1 to 7.

9. An air conditioner, characterized in that: It comprises an air-conditioning indoor unit and an air-conditioning outdoor unit (1000) according to claim 8, wherein the air-conditioning indoor unit and the air-conditioning outdoor unit (1000) are connected.

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