Air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model provides an air conditioner which comprises a temperature control unit, an energy storage cabinet and a first pipeline. A refrigerant for heat exchange is arranged in the temperature control unit; the temperature control unit is provided with a first connector, and the energy storage cabinet is provided with a second connector. The two ends of the first pipeline are connected to the first connector and the second connector correspondingly so that a refrigerant can flow between the temperature control unit and the heat exchange piece, the refrigerant in the temperature control unit is conveyed into the energy storage cabinet through the first pipeline, the refrigerant can provide cooling capacity for the energy storage cabinet, and a refrigeration environment is formed in the energy storage cabinet. The energy storage cabinet and the temperature control mechanism are respectively of an independent structure, the temperature control mechanism is provided with a first connector, the energy storage cabinet is provided with a second connector, the two ends of the first pipeline are detachably connected to the first connector and the second connector respectively, and rapid installation between the energy storage cabinet and the temperature control mechanism is facilitated. And the energy storage cabinet and the temperature control unit can be transported separately and can be rapidly installed after being transported to a destination.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of refrigeration, in particular to an air conditioner. Background Art

[0002] With the development of the energy storage industry, the energy storage temperature control industry has also developed rapidly. The energy storage and power storage industry is developing rapidly. The temperature of the battery rises during charging and discharging. To ensure the stability and safety of its use, the energy storage temperature control industry has developed rapidly.

[0003] With the development of energy storage battery technology, high-capacity battery cells are gradually being used, and the installed density of energy storage systems is also gradually increasing. The capacity requirements of the refrigeration system are increasing, and there is an urgent need for air-conditioning products with large cooling capacity to adapt to the development of the energy storage industry.

[0004] In the prior art, energy storage air conditioners are typically maintained by removing the unit from the energy storage cabinet and then disassembling it for maintenance. This requires disassembling the liquid cooling pipes, which then need to be refilled after maintenance, making the operation cumbersome and costly. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of the utility model is to provide an air conditioner, which is convenient for disassembly and installation of the electric control box, so as to facilitate maintenance of the air conditioner.

[0006] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:

[0007] According to one aspect of the present application, the present application provides an air conditioner, including a temperature control unit, an energy storage cabinet and a first pipeline; a refrigerant for heat exchange is provided in the temperature control unit; a first joint is provided on the temperature control unit for transporting the refrigerant; the energy storage cabinet is located outside the temperature control unit; the energy storage cabinet and the temperature control mechanism are independent structures; a storage chamber is provided in the energy storage cabinet; a heat exchange element is provided in the storage chamber; a second joint is provided on the energy storage cabinet; the second joint and the heat exchange element are connected by a pipeline; the first pipeline, whose two ends are respectively detachably connected to the first joint and the second joint, for the refrigerant to flow between the temperature control unit and the heat exchange element.

[0008] The above technical solution has at least the following technical effects and advantages:

[0009] The two ends of the first pipeline are respectively connected to the first joint and the second joint, so that the refrigerant flows between the temperature control unit and the heat exchange element. The refrigerant in the temperature control unit is transported to the energy storage cabinet through the first pipeline to provide cooling to the energy storage cabinet through the refrigerant, thereby forming a cooling environment in the energy storage cabinet.

[0010] The energy storage cabinet and temperature control unit are independent structures. A first connector is provided on the temperature control unit, and a second connector is provided on the energy storage cabinet. The ends of the first pipeline are detachably connected to the first and second connectors, respectively, facilitating quick installation of the energy storage cabinet and temperature control unit. The energy storage cabinet and temperature control unit can be transported separately and quickly installed at their destination.

[0011] In some embodiments of the present application, the first pipeline includes a first delivery pipe and a first return pipe in parallel; the two ends of the first delivery pipe are detachably connected to the first joint and the second joint respectively; the two ends of the first return pipe are detachably connected to the first joint and the second joint respectively.

[0012] The above technical solution has at least the following technical effects and advantages:

[0013] The first delivery pipe has two ends connected to the first connector on the temperature control unit and the second connector on the energy storage cabinet, respectively, to deliver the refrigerant in the temperature control unit to the energy storage cabinet. The first return pipe has two ends detachably connected to the first connector on the temperature control unit and the second connector on the energy storage cabinet, respectively, to allow the refrigerant in the energy storage cabinet to flow back to the temperature control unit.

[0014] In some embodiments of the present application, the heat exchange element is a cold plate fixed in the energy storage cabinet; a channel for the flow of refrigerant is provided in the cold plate, and the first pipeline is connected to the channel on the cold plate through a pipeline; the cold plate is horizontally arranged to support the items to be refrigerated.

[0015] The above technical solution has at least the following technical effects and advantages:

[0016] The cold plate is arranged horizontally to support the items to be refrigerated. The refrigerant in the first pipeline enters the channel on the cold plate, and the cold energy of the refrigerant in the cold plate is directly transferred to the items on the cold plate, so that the items on the cold plate can be cooled quickly.

[0017] In some embodiments of the present application, a second pipeline is further included, wherein the second pipeline is fixed on the side wall of the storage chamber; the second joint is fixed on the second pipeline; and the cold plate is connected to the second pipeline.

[0018] The above technical solution has at least the following technical effects and advantages:

[0019] The second joint is fixed to the second pipeline, and the first pipeline is connected to the second joint so that the first pipeline and the second pipeline are connected. The cold plate is connected to the second pipeline, and the refrigerant in the temperature control unit is transferred to the cold plate through the first pipeline and the second pipeline.

[0020] In some embodiments of the present application, a plurality of the cold plates are vertically spaced apart, and the plurality of cold plates are arranged in parallel on the second pipeline.

[0021] The above technical solution has at least the following technical effects and advantages:

[0022] Multiple cold plates are vertically spaced apart to divide the energy storage cabinet into multiple compartments. The arrangement of multiple cold plates increases the area around the cold plates, allowing the energy storage cabinet to directly support more items and cool more items simultaneously.

[0023] In some embodiments of the present application, the second pipeline includes a second delivery pipe and a second return pipe; the cold plate is connected to the second delivery pipe and the second return pipe respectively through pipelines.

[0024] The above technical solution has at least the following technical effects and advantages:

[0025] The cold plate is connected to the second delivery pipe and the second return pipe through pipelines, so that the refrigerant flows between the cold plate and the first pipeline, so as to continuously provide cold capacity for the cold plate and maintain continuous cooling of the cold plate.

[0026] In some embodiments of the present application, a third pipeline is further included, one end of the third pipeline is connected to the second pipeline through a valve, and the other end is plugged into and fixed to the cold plate.

[0027] The above technical solution has at least the following technical effects and advantages:

[0028] The third pipeline is used to connect the second pipeline and the cold plate. The third pipeline is fixed to the cold plate by plugging, so as to realize the quick connection between the third pipeline and the cold plate.

[0029] In some embodiments of the present application, the third pipeline includes a third delivery pipe and a third return pipe; both ends of the third delivery pipe and the third return pipe are connected to the second pipeline and the cold plate respectively.

[0030] The above technical solution has at least the following technical effects and advantages:

[0031] The third delivery pipe delivers the refrigerant to the cold plate, and the third return pipe is used to return the refrigerant in the cold plate to the second pipeline.

[0032] In some embodiments of the present application, a liquid separator is provided on the second pipeline; a plurality of interfaces are provided on the liquid separator, a plurality of third delivery pipes are provided, and one end of the third delivery pipe facing the second pipeline is connected to the interface.

[0033] The above technical solution has at least the following technical effects and advantages:

[0034] The refrigerant on the second pipeline is divided into a plurality of third delivery pipes through a liquid distributor to correspond to a plurality of cold plates.

[0035] In some embodiments of the present application, an expansion valve and a filter are connected to one end of the third delivery pipe facing the second pipeline.

[0036] The above technical solution has at least the following technical effects and advantages:

[0037] The expansion valve and filter are arranged on the third delivery pipe to adjust the flow rate of the refrigerant in the third delivery pipe.

[0038] Other features and advantages of the present application will become apparent from the following detailed description, or may be learned in part by practice of the present application.

[0039] It should be understood that the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not restrictive of the present application. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0040] The accompanying drawings are incorporated into and constitute a part of the specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with the present disclosure, and together with the specification, are used to explain the principles of the present disclosure. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present disclosure, and those skilled in the art can derive other drawings based on these drawings without inventive effort.

[0041] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of the air conditioner of the utility model from one perspective.

[0042] Figure 2 It is a structural schematic diagram of the air conditioner of the utility model from another perspective.

[0043] Figure 3 It is a structural diagram of the utility model from one perspective of the temperature control unit.

[0044] Figure 4 It is a structural schematic diagram of the temperature control unit of the utility model from another perspective.

[0045] Figure 5 It is a partial result schematic diagram of the temperature control unit of the utility model.

[0046] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 Schematic diagram of another view of the structure shown.

[0047] Figure 7 It is a structural diagram of the electric control box of the utility model.

[0048] Figure 8 It is a structural diagram of the slide rail of the utility model.

[0049] Figure 9 It is a structural schematic diagram of the guide rail of the utility model.

[0050] Figure 10 It is a structural schematic diagram of the guide rail of the utility model in the casing.

[0051] Figure 11 yes Figure 10 Enlarged view of point A in the middle.

[0052] Figure 12 yes Figure 10 Enlarged view of point B in the middle.

[0053] Figure 13 It is a partial structural diagram of the air conditioner of the utility model.

[0054] Figure 14 It is a partial structural diagram of the energy storage cabinet of the utility model, wherein the cabinet body is not shown.

[0055] Figure 15 It is a structural diagram of the pipelines in the energy storage cabinet of the utility model.

[0056] Figure 16 yes Figure 15 Enlarged view of point C in the middle.

[0057] The accompanying drawings are marked as follows: 100, energy storage cabinet; 101, second joint; 110, cabinet body; 120, heat exchanger; 200, temperature control unit; 201, first joint; 210, casing; 211, return air inlet; 212, air outlet; 220, compressor; 230, condenser; 240, return air hood; 250, electrical control box; 260, guide rail; 261, slide groove; 262, side panel; 263, connecting plate; 264, fixing plate; 270, slide rail; 271, fixing part; 272, sliding part; 280, support frame; 281, limiter; 282, mounting seat; 290, fan; 310, first pipeline; 320, second pipeline; 321, liquid distributor; 330, third pipeline; 340, expansion valve; 350, filter. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0058] Example embodiments will now be described more fully with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, example embodiments can be implemented in many forms and should not be construed as limited to the examples set forth herein; rather, these embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete and will fully convey the concepts of the example embodiments to those skilled in the art.

[0059] In addition, described feature, structure or characteristic can be combined in one or more embodiments in any suitable manner.In the following description, many specific details are provided so as to provide a full understanding of the embodiments of the present application. However, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that the technical scheme of the present application can be put into practice without one or more of the specific details, or other methods, components, devices, steps etc. can be adopted. In other cases, known methods, devices, implementations or operations are not shown or described in detail to avoid blurring the various aspects of the application.

[0060] The present application is further described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that the technical features involved in the various embodiments of the present application described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are intended to be used to explain the present application, and should not be understood as limiting the present application.

[0061] For ease of description and understanding, taking the state of the air conditioner when in use as a reference, the height direction of the air conditioner is the up and down direction, and the width direction of the air conditioner is the left and right direction.

[0062] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of the air conditioner of the utility model from one perspective. Figure 2 It is a structural schematic diagram of the air conditioner of the utility model from another perspective.

[0063] See Figure 1 and Figure 2 The present application provides an air conditioner, which is an energy storage air conditioner. Energy storage air conditioners are generally used to store cold or heat during periods of low electricity demand (such as at night) so as to release it during peak electricity consumption periods (such as daytime), thereby reducing the burden on the power grid and reducing users' electricity bills.

[0064] To store cold energy, energy storage air conditioners use a refrigeration unit to cool water or other media and store the cooled energy in a specialized energy storage device (such as an ice storage system or chiller). To store heat, a hot water reservoir stores hot water to provide heat when needed. During peak electricity demand periods, the cold or heat in the energy storage device is released to the air conditioning system to meet indoor cooling or heating needs.

[0065] By storing energy during periods of low electricity prices, users can reduce their electricity consumption during peak hours, thereby lowering their electricity bills. During peak demand periods, energy storage air conditioners can reduce the burden on the power grid, helping to improve grid stability. Through intelligent control and energy storage technologies, energy storage air conditioners can optimize energy efficiency under varying operating conditions. Effectively utilizing renewable energy sources (such as solar energy) for energy storage helps reduce carbon emissions.

[0066] In this embodiment, the air conditioner may include an energy storage cabinet 100 and a temperature control unit 200. The energy storage cabinet 100 includes a storage compartment for storing items. The storage compartment of the energy storage cabinet 100 creates a cooling or heating storage environment for cooling or heating items. The temperature control unit 200 is used to transfer cooling or heating to the energy storage cabinet 100 to maintain the storage environment of the energy storage cabinet 100.

[0067] In this embodiment, the temperature control unit 200 is located outside the energy storage cabinet 100. The temperature control unit 200 and the energy storage cabinet 100 are independent structures, resulting in a split-type air conditioner. The independent design of the temperature control unit and the energy storage cabinet 100 occupies less space during transportation or installation, making it easier to transport and use.

[0068] Figure 3 It is a structural diagram of the utility model from one perspective of the temperature control unit. Figure 4 It is a structural schematic diagram of the temperature control unit of the utility model from another perspective.

[0069] See Figures 1 to 4 The temperature control unit 200 may include a housing 210. The housing 210 may be a hollow structure such as a rectangular parallelepiped. The housing 210 forms the outer shell of the temperature control unit 200. It should be noted that the housing 210 may also be a hollow structure of other structures.

[0070] In one embodiment, the housing 210 includes a plurality of horizontal beams, longitudinal beams, and vertical beams, and is a frame structure formed by connecting the horizontal beams, longitudinal beams, and vertical beams.

[0071] In some embodiments, a receiving space is formed in the housing 210 for receiving other structures and components of the temperature control unit 200 .

[0072] In some embodiments, the housing 210 may be provided with a return air vent 211 and an air outlet 212. Air outside the temperature control unit 200 can enter the housing space within the housing 210 through the return air vent 211. After exchanging heat in the housing space, the outside air is discharged from the housing 210 through the air outlet 212. The return air vent 211 and the air outlet 212 facilitate air convection between the temperature control unit 200 and the external environment, thereby dissipating heat from the temperature control unit 200.

[0073] In a specific embodiment, the return air inlet 211 and the air outlet 212 are arranged on opposite sides of the casing 210 so that air enters one side of the casing 210 and exits the other side, so that the air flows better in the casing 210 and the temperature control unit 200 has a better heat dissipation effect.

[0074] In other embodiments, the air outlet 212 and the air return port 211 are disposed on any two side surfaces of the housing 210, such as two adjacent side surfaces.

[0075] Figure 5 It is a partial schematic diagram of the temperature control unit 200 of the present invention. Figure 6 yes Figure 5 Schematic diagram of another view of the structure shown.

[0076] See Figures 2 to 6 The temperature control unit 200 may also include a compressor 220 and a condenser 230. Both compressor 220 and condenser 230 are housed within the housing 210. Compressor 220 and condenser 230 are part of a refrigeration cycle system, through which refrigerant flows. The refrigeration cycle system is connected by pipelines, allowing the refrigerant to flow between its various components.

[0077] In some embodiments, the compressor 220 is the power source of the refrigeration cycle, sucking in low-temperature, low-pressure refrigerant gas and compressing it into high-temperature, high-pressure gas. The compressor 220 can deliver the high-temperature, high-pressure refrigerant to the condenser 230.

[0078] In some embodiments, the condenser 230 can be used to receive the refrigerant flowing out of the compressor 220 and cool the high-temperature, high-pressure refrigerant gas from the compressor 220 and convert it into liquid. The condenser 230 can transfer heat from the refrigerant to the surrounding air, thereby lowering the temperature of the refrigerant.

[0079] In some embodiments, the refrigeration system may include a throttling unit (not shown). The condenser 230 may transport the condensed refrigerant to the throttling device. The throttling device may be a capillary tube.

[0080] In some embodiments, the temperature control unit 200 may further include a return air hood 240, which covers the return air outlet 211 of the housing 210. The return air hood 240 has mesh holes extending therethrough for air circulation. It should be noted that a mesh cover is provided at the air outlet 212 of the housing 210 for air circulation.

[0081] In this embodiment, the return air hood 240 is detachably connected to the casing 210, and the return air hood 240 can be removed from the return air outlet 211 of the casing 210, so that the return air outlet 211 can be opened, making it convenient to repair and maintain the structure inside the temperature control unit 200 at the return air outlet 211.

[0082] In some embodiments, a magnetic member (not shown) is provided at the return air inlet 211 of the housing 210 to magnetically attract the return air cover 240. The edge of the return air cover 240 is made of iron material or a magnet is provided on the return air cover 240 to magnetically attract the magnetic member, thereby facilitating the removal of the return air cover 240.

[0083] In other embodiments, the return air cover 240 is connected to the casing 210 through structures such as snap-fit ​​bolts, so that the return air cover 240 is detachably connected to the casing 210 .

[0084] Figure 7 It is a structural diagram of the electric control box 250 of the present invention. Figure 8 It is a structural diagram of the slide rail 270 of the present invention. Figure 9 It is a structural schematic diagram of the guide rail 260 of the present invention. Figure 10 It is a schematic structural diagram of the guide rail 260 of the present invention in the housing 210 . Figure 11 yes Figure 10 Enlarged view of point A in the middle.

[0085] See Figures 7 to 11 The temperature control unit 200 may further include an electrical control box 250, which is slidably disposed within the casing 210 so as to be withdrawn from and inserted into the casing 210 through the return air inlet 211. The electrical control box 250 is slidably disposed on the casing 210 so as to be withdrawn from and inserted into the casing 210 through the return air inlet 211. When the electrical control box 250 is repaired or maintained, the return air cover 240 is removed from the return air inlet 211 of the casing 210, and the electrical control box 250 is slidably disposed within the casing 210 so as to be withdrawn from and inserted into the casing 210 through the return air inlet 211. The electrical control box 250 can be withdrawn from the casing 210 for maintenance and repair, and the electrical control box 250 can be easily installed within the casing 210 after maintenance and repair. This facilitates the removal and installation of the electrical control box 250, facilitating maintenance of the air conditioner.

[0086] In some embodiments, a guide rail 260 may be provided within the housing 210, extending in a straight line. The electric control box 250 is slidably disposed on the guide rail 260. The electric control box 250 slides on the guide rail 260, allowing the electric control box 250 to be drawn in and out of the air outlet 212 of the housing 210, thereby facilitating installation and removal of the electric control box 250 from the housing 210 and facilitating repair and maintenance of the electric control box 250.

[0087] In some embodiments, two spaced-apart guide rails 260 are disposed within the housing 210, with slide grooves 261 defined on opposing sides of the two guide rails 260. Slide rails 270 are disposed on opposing sides of the electrical control box 250. The slide rails 270 extend into the slide grooves 261 and are capable of sliding within the slide grooves 261. The slide rails 270 slide within the slide grooves 261, allowing the electrical control box 250 to be slidably disposed on the guide rails 260. The upper and lower guide rails 260 are configured to restrict movement of the electrical control box 250 along the spacing direction of the guide rails 260. The slide rails 270 extend into the slide grooves 261, confining them within the slide grooves 261 and restricting movement of the slide rails 270 in a direction perpendicular to the spacing direction of the guide rails 260.

[0088] In this embodiment, two guide rails 260 are spaced apart vertically, with slide grooves 261 opening in the upper and lower directions. Both the guide rails 260 and the slide grooves 261 extend in the front-to-back direction. A slide rail 270 is slidably disposed within the slide grooves 261. The slide rail 270 is vertically limited between the two guide rails 260. The movement of the slide rail 270 within the slide grooves 261 limits its left-right movement.

[0089] In some embodiments, the two guide rails 260 are spaced apart in the horizontal direction. For example, the two guide rails 260 are spaced apart in the left-right direction, and the facing sides of the two guide rails 260 are open to form a slide groove 261. The slide rail 270 extends into the guide rail 260 and is supported in the guide rail 260.

[0090] In this embodiment, the guide rail 260 is a structure formed by bending metal, and the guide rail 260 includes a side panel 262, a connecting plate 263 vertically connected to the side panel 262 on one side, and a fixed plate 264 vertically connected to the other end of the connecting plate 263; the fixed plate 264 is fixed to the side of the casing 210, and a slide groove 261 is formed between the side panel 262, the connecting plate 263 and the casing 210.

[0091] Furthermore, the side panels 262 and the fixing plates 264 extend back to back, a support frame 280 is provided on the housing 210 , and the side panels 262 are attached to and fixed on the support frame 280 to form a slide groove 261 between the side panels 262 , the connecting plates 263 and the support frame 280 .

[0092] In some embodiments, the side panels 262 and the fixing panels 264 extend in the same direction, and the side panels 262 , the connecting panels 263 , and the fixing panels 264 enclose a sliding groove 261 .

[0093] In some embodiments, the slide rail 270 includes a fixed portion 271 and a sliding portion 272 ; the fixed portion 271 is fixed to the outer periphery of the electric control box 250 , and the sliding portion 272 protrudes in a direction away from the electric control box 250 . The sliding portion 272 extends into and is slidably disposed in the slide groove 261 .

[0094] Figure 12 yes Figure 10 Enlarged view of point B in the middle.

[0095] See Figures 7 to 12 In this embodiment, the guide rail 260 includes an upper guide rail 260 and a lower guide rail 260 spaced apart from each other. A support frame 280 is provided within the housing 210. The support frame 280 extends vertically, and the lower guide rail 260 is fixed to the upper portion of the support frame 280. The upper guide rail 260 and the lower guide rail 260 are spaced apart from each other, so that the upper guide rail 260 and the lower guide rail 260 are provided on the upper and lower sides of the electric control box 250 to limit the upward and downward movement of the electric control box 250. The lower guide rail 260 is fixed to the upper portion of the support frame 280, thereby enhancing the structural strength and stability of the lower guide rail 260. The lower guide rail 260 is fixed to the support frame 280, and the lower guide rail 260 supports the electric control box 250 upward. The provision of the support frame 280 enhances the support strength of the electric control box 250.

[0096] In one embodiment, a single support frame 280 is provided, and the single support frame 280 is located below the electrical control box 250. The lower guide rail 260 is fixed to the support frame 280. In some embodiments, multiple support frames 280 are provided, with at least two support frames spaced one above the other; the lower guide rail 260 is fixed to the lower support frame 280, and the upper guide rail 260 is fixed to the upper support frame 280.

[0097] In some embodiments, the extension direction of the support frame 280 is parallel to the sliding direction of the electrical control box 250. Two support frames 280 are provided, and the two support frames 280 are arranged horizontally and spaced apart. A wiring space is formed between the two support frames 280 to accommodate wires. The electrical control box 250 is slidably mounted on the housing 210 and can be withdrawn from the housing 210. Longer wires are provided on the electrical control box 250. The wiring space can accommodate longer wires on the electrical control box 250.

[0098] In one embodiment, two support frames 280 are arranged at intervals in the horizontal direction. The guide rail 260 is fixed to the upper portion of one support frame 280, and the electric control box 250 is supported on the upper portion of the other support frame 280. Both support frames 280 can support the electric control box 250, thereby providing more stable support for the electric control box 250 and making the sliding and fixing of the electric control box 250 in the housing 210 more stable and reliable.

[0099] Furthermore, the temperature control unit 200 also includes a limit member 281, which is fixed on the support frame 280. The limit member 281 stops on the side of the electric control box 250 facing away from the lower guide rail 260, so as to limit the position of the electric control box 250 and guide the sliding of the electric control box 250.

[0100] The limiting member 281 is disposed at one end of the electric control box 250 facing away from the lower guide rail 260 to limit the movement of the electric control box 250 facing away from the lower guide rail 260 .

[0101] In some embodiments, a mounting base 282 is further fixed within the housing 210. The upper surface of the mounting base 282 is higher than the upper end of the guide rail 260. The compressor 220 is fixed to the upper surface of the mounting base 282. When the compressor 220 is mounted on the mounting base 282, interference with the installation of the compressor 220 by the guide rail 260 can be effectively avoided.

[0102] In some embodiments, the temperature control unit 200 includes a fan 290, and the return air inlet 211 and the air outlet 212 are arranged on opposite sides of the casing 210; in the direction from the return air inlet 211 to the air outlet 212, the electrical control box 250, the compressor 220, the condenser 230 and the fan 290 are arranged in sequence, so that the fan 290 drives the gas in the casing 210 to move from the return air inlet 211 to the air outlet 212, thereby better dissipating the heat of the devices in the casing 210.

[0103] Figure 13 It is a partial structural diagram of the air conditioner of the utility model. Figure 14 It is a partial structural diagram of the energy storage cabinet 100 of the present invention, wherein the cabinet body 110 is not shown. Figure 15 It is a structural diagram of the pipelines in the energy storage cabinet of the utility model. Figure 16 yes Figure 15 Enlarged view of point C in the middle.

[0104] See Figure 13 and Figure 16 The air conditioner may include a temperature control unit 200 and an energy storage cabinet 100. The temperature control unit 200 can supply refrigerant to the energy storage cabinet 100, allowing the energy storage cabinet 100 to release cooling or heat. The energy storage cabinet 100 is located outside the temperature control unit 200. The energy storage cabinet 100 and the temperature control unit 200 are connected by a pipeline to allow refrigerant to flow between the temperature control unit 200 and the energy storage cabinet 100.

[0105] In some embodiments, a storage room is provided in the energy storage cabinet 100. The energy storage cabinet 100 includes a cabinet body 110, and the storage room is formed in the cabinet body 110. The storage room is used to store items to cool or heat the items.

[0106] In other embodiments, a heat exchanger 120 is installed in the storage chamber. Heat exchanger 120 is connected to temperature control unit 200 via a pipeline. Refrigerant in temperature control unit 200 enters heat exchanger 120 through the pipeline. The refrigerant in heat exchanger 120 exchanges heat with items or air in the storage chamber, thereby cooling or heating the items in the storage chamber. After exchanging heat in energy storage cabinet 100, the refrigerant flows back into temperature control unit 200 via the pipeline, allowing the refrigerant to circulate between temperature control unit 200 and energy storage cabinet 100.

[0107] In some embodiments, the temperature control unit 200 may be provided with a first connector 201 for transporting refrigerant. The first connector 201 is used to connect the temperature control unit 200 and the energy storage cabinet 100. A pipeline connects the first connector 201 and the energy storage cabinet 100 to facilitate the flow of refrigerant between the temperature control unit 200 and the energy storage cabinet 100.

[0108] In some embodiments, the first connector 201 is a valve, and the pipeline is connected through the valve structure to facilitate the connection between the temperature control unit 200 and the energy storage cabinet 100. In some embodiments, the first connector 201 is another pipeline connector.

[0109] In some embodiments, at least two first connectors 201 are provided, and the two first connectors 201 are used for outputting and receiving refrigerant, respectively, for circulating the refrigerant.

[0110] In some embodiments, the energy storage cabinet 100 may be provided with a second connector 101; a pipe connects the second connector 101 to the heat exchange element 120. The second connector 101 is connected to the temperature control unit 200 via the pipe, allowing the refrigerant in the temperature control unit 200 to be transferred to the heat exchange element 120 through the second connector 101. After the refrigerant in the temperature control unit 200 is transferred to the heat exchange element 120, the heat exchange element 120 exchanges heat with the air and objects in the energy storage cabinet 100.

[0111] In some embodiments, the second connector 101 is a valve, and the pipeline is connected through the valve structure to facilitate the connection between the temperature control unit 200 and the energy storage cabinet 100. In some embodiments, the second connector 101 is another pipeline connector.

[0112] In some embodiments, at least two second connectors 101 are provided, and the two second connectors 101 are used for receiving and returning refrigerant, respectively, for circulating the refrigerant.

[0113] In other embodiments, the temperature control unit 200 may be provided with a first connector 201, the energy storage cabinet 100 may be provided with a second connector 101, and a first pipeline 310 may be provided between the temperature control unit 200 and the energy storage cabinet 100. The first pipeline 310 has two ends detachably connected to the first connector 201 and the second connector 101, respectively, to facilitate the flow of refrigerant between the temperature control unit 200 and the heat exchanger 120. The first pipeline 310 has two ends connected to the first connector 201 and the second connector 101, respectively, to facilitate the flow of refrigerant between the temperature control unit 200 and the heat exchanger 120. The refrigerant in the temperature control unit 200 is transported to the energy storage cabinet 100 via the first pipeline 310, thereby providing cooling to the energy storage cabinet 100 and creating a refrigerated environment within the energy storage cabinet 100.

[0114] The energy storage cabinet 100 and the temperature control unit 200 are independent structures. A first connector 201 is provided on the temperature control unit, and a second connector 101 is provided on the energy storage cabinet 100. The ends of the first pipeline 310 are detachably connected to the first connector 201 and the second connector 101, respectively, facilitating quick installation of the energy storage cabinet 100 and the temperature control unit. The energy storage cabinet 100 and the temperature control unit 200 can be transported separately and quickly installed at their destination.

[0115] In some embodiments, at least two first connectors 201 and second connectors 101 are provided. The first pipeline 310 includes a first delivery pipe and a first return pipe connected in parallel. The first delivery pipe is detachably connected to the first connector 201 and the second connector 101 at both ends, and the first return pipe is detachably connected to the first connector 201 and the second connector 101 at both ends. The first delivery pipe and the first return pipe are connected to different first connectors 201 and 101 at both ends, respectively. The first delivery pipe is used to deliver refrigerant to the energy storage cabinet 100, and the first return pipe is used to return the refrigerant within the energy storage cabinet 100 to the temperature control unit 200.

[0116] In some embodiments, the first connector 201 is disposed outside the temperature control unit 200 , and the second connector 101 is disposed outside the energy storage cabinet 100 , to facilitate connection of the first pipeline 310 between the temperature control unit 200 and the energy storage cabinet 100 .

[0117] The heat exchanger 120 is a cold plate fixed within the energy storage cabinet 100. A refrigerant channel is provided within the cold plate, and the first pipe 310 is connected to the channel on the cold plate via the channel. The cold plate is positioned horizontally to support the items to be refrigerated. The refrigerant in the first pipe 310 enters the channel on the cold plate, where the cooling energy is directly transferred to the items on the cold plate, rapidly cooling them.

[0118] In this embodiment, the cold plate is positioned horizontally to support the items, facilitating their placement. The cold plate is positioned horizontally to support the items. The cold plate directly contacts the items, transferring heat from the refrigerant within the cold plate directly to the items, resulting in faster and more efficient cooling.

[0119] In some embodiments, the cold plate may be an evaporator disposed in the energy storage cabinet 100. The evaporator releases cold energy into the energy storage cabinet 100 to provide cooling.

[0120] In this embodiment, the temperature control unit 200 may further include a second pipeline 320, the first pipeline 310 is connected to the second joint 101, the second joint 101 is fixed on the second pipeline 320, and the cold plate and the second pipeline 320 are connected, so that the refrigerant can flow between the temperature control unit 200 and the cold plate through the first pipeline 310 and the second pipeline 320.

[0121] In some embodiments, the second pipeline 320 includes a second delivery pipe and a second return pipe; the cold plate is connected to the second delivery pipe and the second return pipe via pipes. The refrigerant flows from the second delivery pipe into the cold plate, releases cooling energy in the cold plate, and then flows back to the second return pipe.

[0122] The second pipeline 320 is fixed on the side wall of the storage chamber to fix the second pipeline 320 and ensure the stability of the second pipeline 320.

[0123] Multiple cold plates are vertically spaced apart and arranged in parallel on the second pipe 320. Multiple cold plates are vertically spaced apart to divide the energy storage cabinet 100 into multiple compartments. The multiple cold plates increase the area around the cold plates, allowing more items to be directly supported within the energy storage cabinet 100 and cooled simultaneously.

[0124] In some embodiments, the air conditioner may further include a third pipe 330. One end of the third pipe 330 is connected to the second pipe 320 via a valve, and the other end is plugged into and secured to the cold plate. The third pipe 330 is used to connect the second pipe 320 and the cold plate. The third pipe 330 is secured to the cold plate via a plug-in connection, enabling a quick connection between the third pipe 330 and the cold plate.

[0125] In some embodiments of the present application, the third pipeline 330 may include a third delivery pipe and a third return pipe, each of which is connected to the second pipeline 320 and the cold plate, respectively. The third delivery pipe delivers refrigerant to the cold plate, and the third return pipe is used to return the refrigerant in the cold plate to the second pipeline 320.

[0126] In some embodiments, the refrigerant is transported from the temperature control unit 200 to the cold plate via the following sequence: first connector 201, first delivery pipe, second connector 101, second delivery pipe, third delivery pipe, and cold plate. The refrigerant is transferred to the cold plate via the delivery path and cooled by the cold plate.

[0127] The refrigerant flows from the cold plate to the temperature control unit 200 through the following return path: cold plate, third return pipe, second loop pipe, second connector 101, first return pipe, and first connector 201. The refrigerant flows back to the temperature control unit 200 through the return path.

[0128] In some implementations, a liquid separator 321 is provided on the second pipeline 320; the liquid separator 321 is provided with multiple interfaces, and multiple third delivery pipes are provided, with one end of each third delivery pipe facing the second pipeline 320 connected to the interfaces. The liquid separator 321 divides the refrigerant in the second pipeline 320 into multiple third delivery pipes to correspond to multiple cold plates.

[0129] In some embodiments, an expansion valve 340 and a filter 350 are connected to one end of the third delivery pipe facing the second pipeline 320. The expansion valve 340 and the filter 350 are provided on the third delivery pipe to regulate the flow of the refrigerant in the third delivery pipe.

[0130] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of the technical features being referred to. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. Throughout the description of this application, "plurality" means two or more, unless otherwise specifically defined.

[0131] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, terms such as "assembled" and "connected" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, removable connections, or integration; mechanical connections or electrical connections; direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; internal communication between two components; or interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in this application based on the specific circumstances. Throughout this specification, references to terms such as "some embodiments" and "exemplarily" indicate that the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with such embodiments or examples are included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the schematic representations of these terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples. Furthermore, those skilled in the art may combine and integrate different embodiments or examples, as well as features from different embodiments or examples, as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0132] Although the embodiments of the present application have been shown and described above, it can be understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and cannot be understood as limitations on the present application. Ordinary technicians in this field can change, modify, replace and modify the above embodiments within the scope of the present application. Therefore, any changes or modifications made in accordance with the claims and description of the present application should fall within the scope of the patent application.

Claims

1. An air conditioner, characterized in that: include: A temperature control unit is provided with a refrigerant for heat exchange; the temperature control unit is provided with a first connector for conveying the refrigerant; An energy storage cabinet is located outside the temperature control unit; the energy storage cabinet and the temperature control unit are independent structures; a storage chamber is provided in the energy storage cabinet; a heat exchange element is provided in the storage chamber; a second joint is provided on the energy storage cabinet; the second joint and the heat exchange element are connected by a pipeline; The first pipeline has two ends detachably connected to the first joint and the second joint respectively, so as to allow the refrigerant to flow between the temperature control unit and the heat exchange element.

2. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that The first pipeline includes a first delivery pipe and a first return pipe connected in parallel; both ends of the first delivery pipe are detachably connected to the first joint and the second joint; both ends of the first return pipe are detachably connected to the first joint and the second joint.

3. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that The heat exchange component is a cold plate fixed in the energy storage cabinet; a channel for the flow of refrigerant is provided in the cold plate, and the first pipeline is connected to the channel on the cold plate through a pipeline; the cold plate is arranged horizontally to support the items to be refrigerated.

4. The air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized in that It also includes a second pipeline, which is fixed on the side wall of the storage chamber; the second joint is fixed on the second pipeline; and the cold plate is connected to the second pipeline.

5. The air conditioner according to claim 4, characterized in that A plurality of the cold plates are arranged at intervals in the vertical direction, and the plurality of the cold plates are arranged in parallel on the second pipeline.

6. The air conditioner according to claim 4, characterized in that The second pipeline includes a second delivery pipe and a second return pipe; the cold plate is connected to the second delivery pipe and the second return pipe respectively through pipelines.

7. The air conditioner according to claim 4, characterized in that It also includes a third pipeline, one end of which is connected to the second pipeline through a valve, and the other end of which is plugged into and fixed on the cold plate.

8. The air conditioner according to claim 7, characterized in that The third pipeline includes a third delivery pipe and a third return pipe; both ends of the third delivery pipe and the third return pipe are connected to the second pipeline and the cold plate respectively.

9. The air conditioner according to claim 8, characterized in that The second pipeline is provided with a liquid separator; the liquid separator is provided with a plurality of interfaces, the third delivery pipe is provided with a plurality of interfaces, and one end of the third delivery pipe facing the second pipeline is connected to the interface.

10. The air conditioner according to claim 8, characterized in that An expansion valve and a filter are connected to one end of the third delivery pipe facing the second pipeline.

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