Outdoor distribution box
By installing protective covers and nets in outdoor distribution boxes, the problem of rainwater intrusion in rainy and snowy weather is solved, automatic protection is achieved, the safety and reliability of the equipment are improved, and maintenance costs are reduced.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422597695.8
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-10-28
- Publication Date
- 2025-09-12
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-10-28
AI Technical Summary
Existing outdoor distribution boxes require manual adjustment of the protective structure in rainy and snowy weather. If the operation is not timely, rainwater may easily enter, affecting the safety and reliability of the equipment.
An outdoor distribution box including a protective cover and a protective net is designed. The protective cover is equipped with an exhaust vent and a protective net at the air outlet to automatically prevent rainwater from intruding and avoid electrical faults such as short circuits caused by moisture.
It realizes automatic protection in rainy and snowy weather, improves the operational safety and reliability of the distribution box, and reduces maintenance frequency and labor costs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of power distribution equipment, in particular to an outdoor power distribution box. Background Art
[0002] An outdoor distribution box is a device installed in an outdoor environment to distribute electricity and protect circuit safety. It is usually made of weather-resistant materials and can withstand adverse weather conditions, ensuring the stability and safety of the power supply system. To adapt to more complex working environments, some outdoor distribution boxes are also equipped with active cooling systems to maintain the normal operating temperature of the internal electrical components. Active cooling can be achieved through a forced ventilation system, such as using a fan to expel hot air to achieve the purpose of cooling. This design ensures that even in high temperature or extreme climate conditions, the electrical components such as circuit breakers and leakage protectors in the distribution box can be maintained within a suitable operating temperature range, thereby improving the reliability and service life of the system. It is suitable for a variety of scenarios such as residential areas, industrial sites, and public places.
[0003] Chinese utility model patent publication number CN 221783665 U discloses a heat dissipation distribution cabinet that uses a manually adjustable protective structure to provide rain and snow protection, preventing rain and snow from entering the cabinet. However, manual operation is required during use, which can hinder timely operation and make it easy for users to forget to adjust the protective structure. Utility Model Content
[0004] The technical problem to be solved by the utility model is to provide an outdoor distribution box.
[0005] In order to solve the above technical problems, the technical solution of the utility model is:
[0006] An outdoor distribution box comprises a box body, a box door hinged to the box body on one side, and a cooling fan; the upper inner portion of the box body is a component chamber, and the lower portion is a heat dissipation chamber connected to the component chamber; a baffle is detachably connected to the front side of the heat dissipation chamber, and the baffle is provided with a plurality of air inlet holes communicating with the heat dissipation chamber; an air outlet is provided at the upper portion of one side of the box body, the cooling fan is fixedly connected to the box body, and the air outlet end is connected to the air inlet holes; a protective cover covering the air outlet is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the box body at the air outlet, an exhaust outlet is provided at the lower portion of the protective cover, and a protective net is fixedly connected to the exhaust outlet.
[0007] Preferably, the protective cover includes a mounting plate with a through hole in the middle, a sleeve fixedly connected to the mounting plate, and a closing plate that closes the end of the sleeve; the exhaust port is opened at the lower part of the sleeve; and the mounting plate is fixedly connected to the box body by screws.
[0008] Preferably, the sleeve is in the shape of a cylindrical tube or a rectangular tube.
[0009] Preferably, the protective net includes a closing portion covering the air outlet and a flange portion fitted with an outer edge of the closing plate; the protective net is connected to the protective cover by snapping.
[0010] Preferably, the protective net and the protective cover are an integrally formed part.
[0011] Preferably, the baffle is fixed to the box body by bolts.
[0012] The above technical solution has the following advantages:
[0013] By providing a protective cover, this utility model not only provides a solid barrier for the outdoor distribution box, but also cleverly arranges an exhaust vent at the bottom of the protective cover, and further installs a protective net at the exhaust vent. This design effectively prevents rainwater from directly invading the distribution box, avoiding short circuits or other electrical failures caused by moisture, and greatly improving the operational safety and reliability of the distribution box. More importantly, the protective cover does not require manual adjustment during use and can automatically function in rainy and snowy weather conditions, reducing the frequency of regular inspections and adjustments by maintenance personnel, thereby significantly reducing management labor costs and making the management and maintenance of the entire system simpler and more efficient. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0014] Figure 1 This is the main view of the utility model;
[0015] Figure 2 is the right view;
[0016] Figure 3 It is an exploded view of the utility model;
[0017] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of part A;
[0018] Figure 5 This is a magnified three-dimensional image of the protective cover;
[0019] In the picture:
[0020] 1-Box body, 2-Box door, 3-Cooling fan, 4-Baffle, 5-Air inlet, 6-Air outlet, 7-Protective cover, 8-Protective net, 9-Through hole, 10-Mounting plate, 11-Casing, 12-Closing plate, 13-Screw, 14-Closing part, 15-Flange part, 16-Bolt, 17-Exhaust vent. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0021] The following further describes specific embodiments of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the descriptions of these embodiments are intended to aid understanding of the present invention and do not constitute limitations on the present invention. Furthermore, the technical features involved in the various embodiments of the present invention described below may be combined with one another as long as they do not conflict with one another.
[0022] As shown in the accompanying drawings, an outdoor distribution box includes a box body 1, a box door 2 hinged to the box body 1 on one side, and a cooling fan 3; the upper part of the box body 1 is a component chamber, and the lower part is a heat dissipation chamber connected to the component chamber; the front side of the heat dissipation chamber is detachably connected to a baffle 4, and the baffle 4 is provided with a number of air inlet holes 5 communicating with the heat dissipation chamber; an air outlet 6 is provided on the upper part of one side of the box body 1, the cooling fan 3 is fixedly connected to the box body 1 and the air outlet end is connected to the air inlet hole 5; a protective cover 7 covering the air outlet 6 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the box body 1 at the air outlet 6, an exhaust outlet 17 is provided at the lower part of the protective cover 7, and a protective net 8 is fixedly connected to the exhaust outlet 17.
[0023] As a specific technical solution of this embodiment, the protective cover 7 includes a mounting plate 10 with a through hole 9 in the middle, a casing 11 fixedly connected to the mounting plate 10, and a closing plate 12 that closes the end of the casing 11. The exhaust port 17 is provided at the bottom of the casing 11. The mounting plate 10 is fixedly connected to the housing 1 via screws 13. The closing plate 12 effectively blocks rainwater from entering and ensures that hot air is discharged.
[0024] As a specific technical solution of this embodiment, the sleeve body 11 is in the form of a circular tubular column, and can obviously also be in the form of a rectangular tube or other applicable shapes.
[0025] As a specific technical solution of this embodiment, the protective net 8 includes a closing portion 14 covering the exhaust port 17, and a flange portion 15 fitted with the outer edge of the closing plate 12; the protective net 8 is connected to the protective cover 7 by snap-fitting, and obviously, bolt connection can also be adopted; the protective net can be made of metal net or plastic net.
[0026] As an alternative technical solution to this embodiment, the protective net 8 and the protective cover 7 can be an integrally formed one-piece member, such as by injection molding.
[0027] As a specific technical solution of this embodiment, the baffle 4 is fixedly connected to the box body 1 by bolts 16. Obviously, a snap-on connection or the like can also be used to facilitate disassembly, assembly and maintenance.
[0028] The utility model provides a protective cover 7, which not only provides a solid barrier for the outdoor distribution box, but also cleverly provides an exhaust vent 17 at the lower part of the protective cover 7, and further installs a protective net 8 at the exhaust vent 17. This design can effectively prevent rainwater from directly invading the interior of the distribution box, avoids short circuits or other electrical faults caused by moisture, and greatly improves the operating safety and reliability of the distribution box.
[0029] The protective cover 7 of the utility model does not require manual adjustment intervention during use, and can automatically function under rainy and snowy weather conditions, reducing the frequency of regular inspections and adjustments by maintenance personnel, thereby significantly reducing the labor cost of management, making the management and maintenance of the entire system simpler and more efficient.
[0030] The embodiments of the present invention are described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings, but the present invention is not limited to the described embodiments. It is apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions, and variations to these embodiments may be made without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, and these changes and modifications still fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.
Claims
1. An outdoor distribution box, comprising a box body (1), a box door (2) hinged to the box body (1) on one side, and a cooling fan (3); characterized in that: The upper portion of the box body (1) is a component chamber, and the lower portion is a heat dissipation chamber connected to the component chamber; a baffle (4) is detachably connected to the front side of the heat dissipation chamber, and a plurality of air inlet holes (5) communicating with the heat dissipation chamber are provided on the baffle (4); an air outlet (6) is provided on the upper portion of one side of the box body (1), and the heat dissipation fan (3) is fixedly connected to the box body (1) and its air outlet end is connected to the air inlet hole (5); a protective cover (7) covering the air outlet (6) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the box body (1) at the air outlet (6), and an air outlet (17) is provided at the lower portion of the protective cover (7), and a protective net (8) is fixedly connected to the air outlet (17).
2. The outdoor distribution box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The protective cover (7) comprises a mounting plate (10) having a through hole (9) in the middle, a sleeve (11) fixedly connected to the mounting plate (10), and a closing plate (12) closing the end of the sleeve (11); the exhaust port (17) is opened at the lower part of the sleeve (11); the mounting plate (10) is fixedly connected to the box (1) by screws (13).
3. The outdoor distribution box according to claim 2, characterized in that: The sleeve (11) is in the shape of a circular tube or a rectangular tube.
4. The outdoor distribution box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The protective net (8) comprises a closing portion (14) covering the air outlet (17) and a flange portion (15) affixed to the outer edge of the closing plate (12); the protective net (8) is connected to the protective cover (7) by snapping.
5. The outdoor distribution box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The protective net (8) and the protective cover (7) are integrally formed parts.
6. The outdoor distribution box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The baffle (4) is fixedly connected to the box body (1) via bolts (16).
Citation Information
Patent Citations
Heat dissipation power distribution cabinet
CN221783665U