Side plate assembly and refrigeration equipment

By using a rotating snap-fit ​​side panel assembly in the indoor unit of the air conditioner, the disassembly and assembly process of the side panel is simplified, solving the operational difficulties caused by the complex connection in the existing technology, improving disassembly and assembly efficiency and reducing costs.

CN223484479UActive Publication Date: 2025-10-28TCL AIR CONDITIONER ZHONGSHAN CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422707129.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-06
Publication Date
2025-10-28
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-06

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The existing air conditioner indoor unit has a complex connection structure between the side panel assembly and the middle frame, which makes disassembly and assembly difficult and reduces the efficiency of disassembly and assembly.

Method used

The rotating snap-fit ​​structure, including an arc groove and a rotating buckle or elastic buckle, allows for the fixing and removal of the side panel assembly by rotating the decorative panel, simplifying the installation and removal process of the decorative panel.

Benefits of technology

The improved efficiency of side panel assembly and disassembly makes the decorative panels on both sides of the air conditioner indoor unit easy and convenient to operate, and reduces production costs.

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Abstract

The side plate assembly comprises decorative plates and side plate bodies, the side plate bodies are used for being mounted at the two ends of a middle frame of the refrigeration equipment, the decorative plates are arranged on the sides, away from the middle frame, of the side plate bodies, mounting openings are formed in the side plate bodies in a penetrating mode, and the decorative plates are used for covering the mounting openings; a first clamping structure is arranged on the side, deviating from the middle frame, of the side plate body, a second clamping structure is arranged on the side, facing the side plate body, of the decorative plate, and the decorative plate enables the first clamping structure to be clamped to the second clamping structure in a rotatable mode and enables the first clamping structure and the second clamping structure to be separated in a rotatable mode; and when the first clamping structure is clamped to the second clamping structure, the decorative plate is fixedly connected with the side plate body. The embodiment of the utility model aims to optimize the structure of the side plate assembly so as to improve the disassembly and assembly efficiency of the side plate assembly.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of household appliance technology, specifically to a side panel assembly and a refrigeration device. Background Technology

[0002] Common air conditioner indoor units have decorative side panel assemblies on both sides of the middle frame. However, when repairing an air conditioner, it is necessary to remove the side panel assemblies on both sides to inspect the internal components. In the existing technology, the connection structure between the side panel assembly and the middle frame of the air conditioner is complex, which makes the operation of disassembling and assembling the side panel assembly complicated and reduces the efficiency of disassembling and assembling the air conditioner's side panel assembly. Utility Model Content

[0003] This application provides a side panel assembly and a cooling device, which aim to optimize the structure of the side panel assembly to improve the assembly and disassembly efficiency of the side panel assembly.

[0004] On one hand, this application provides a side panel assembly, including: a decorative panel and a side panel body. The side panel body is used to be installed at both ends of the middle frame of a refrigeration device. The decorative panel is disposed on the side of the side panel body away from the middle frame. A first snap-fit ​​structure is provided on the side of the side panel body away from the middle frame. An installation opening is provided through the side panel body. The decorative panel is used to cover the installation opening. A second snap-fit ​​structure is provided on the side of the decorative panel facing the side panel body. The decorative panel is rotatably configured to snap the first snap-fit ​​structure into the second snap-fit ​​structure and rotatably configured to separate the first snap-fit ​​structure from the second snap-fit ​​structure. When the first snap-fit ​​structure is snapped into the second snap-fit ​​structure, the decorative panel and the side panel body are fixedly connected.

[0005] In some embodiments, one of the first snap-fit ​​structure and the second snap-fit ​​structure is an arc-shaped groove, and the other is a rotating buckle, the rotating buckle being used to insert into and snap into the arc-shaped groove.

[0006] In some embodiments, the decorative panel is provided with a rotating buckle, the arc-shaped groove is provided in the side panel body, and the decorative panel is rotatably snapped onto the side panel body.

[0007] In some embodiments, one end of the arc-shaped groove is provided with an elastic boss, and the decorative plate is provided with locking ribs spaced apart from the rotating buckle. When the rotating buckle is engaged with one end of the arc-shaped groove, the elastic boss at the other end of the arc-shaped groove deforms to abut against the locking ribs.

[0008] In some embodiments, multiple arc-shaped grooves are provided, the multiple arc-shaped grooves are concentrically arranged, and the multiple arc-shaped grooves are arranged sequentially and evenly spaced apart. The elastic boss, the rotating buckle, and the locking rib are provided in multiple ways corresponding to the arc-shaped grooves.

[0009] In some embodiments, the side panel body is provided with a third snap-fit ​​structure and a first plug-in structure on the side facing the middle frame, and the mounting position is provided with a second plug-in structure and a fourth snap-fit ​​structure corresponding to the side panel body. The side panel body is slidably provided with the third snap-fit ​​structure snap-fit ​​into the fourth snap-fit ​​structure and the first plug-in structure plug-in into the second plug-in structure, so that the side panel body is snap-fitted to the middle frame.

[0010] In some embodiments, the first plug-in structure is the plug-in buckle, the second plug-in structure is the plug-in groove, the plug-in groove is recessed at the edge of the middle frame, the plug-in groove is arc-shaped, the plug-in buckle is protruding from the side plate body, and there are multiple plug-in buckles, which are distributed at intervals along the edge of the side plate body.

[0011] In some embodiments, the third snap-fit ​​structure is a buckle, the fourth snap-fit ​​structure is a buckle hole, the buckle protrudes from the side of the side panel body facing the middle frame, and there are multiple buckles, which are spaced apart from each other, and the buckle hole corresponds to the buckle one by one.

[0012] In some embodiments, a plurality of the buckle holes are connected in sequence to form an enclosed space, and a limiting hole is provided in the enclosed space. A limiting boss is protruding on the surface of the side plate body, and the limiting boss is used to be inserted into the limiting hole to restrict the movement of the side plate body.

[0013] In some embodiments, at least one of the buckle holes is provided with a protruding anti-collision rib at its edge, the anti-collision rib extending along the edge of the buckle hole, and each buckle hole is provided with a support rib at its edge, the support rib extending in a ring shape along the edge of the buckle hole.

[0014] On the other hand, embodiments of this application provide a refrigeration device, including the side panel assembly as described above.

[0015] In this embodiment, the side panel body is provided with an installation port, through which the internal structure of the refrigeration equipment can be inspected for maintenance. A decorative panel is provided at the installation port. A first snap-fit ​​structure is provided on the side of the side panel body facing the decorative panel, and a second snap-fit ​​structure is provided on the decorative panel corresponding to the first snap-fit ​​structure. The decorative panel is rotatably mounted at the installation port. By rotating the decorative panel, the first snap-fit ​​structure and the second snap-fit ​​structure can be snapped together to complete the installation of the decorative panel. Rotating the decorative panel in the opposite direction can remove the decorative panel. This design simplifies the installation and removal of the decorative panel, thereby improving the efficiency of the installation and removal of the decorative panel. Both ends of the refrigeration equipment use side panel assemblies with the same structure, which can ensure that the installation and removal of the decorative panels on both sides of the refrigeration equipment are simple. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the side panel assembly provided in some embodiments of this application;

[0018] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A magnified view of a section at point A in the middle;

[0019] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure of the middle side plate body;

[0020] Figure 4 for Figure 1 Structural diagram of the decorative panel;

[0021] Figure 5 These are schematic diagrams of the structure of a refrigeration device provided in some embodiments of this application;

[0022] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Assembly diagram of the middle frame and side panel assembly;

[0023] Figure 7 for Figure 6 A partial structural diagram of the middle frame.

[0024] Explanation of main component symbols: 1. Side panel body; 11. First snap-fit ​​structure; 12. Elastic boss; 13. Third snap-fit ​​structure; 14. First insertion structure; 15. Limiting boss; 16. Mounting port; 2. Decorative panel; 21. Second snap-fit ​​structure; 22. Locking rib; 3. Middle frame; 31. Fourth snap-fit ​​structure; 32. Second insertion structure; 33. Limiting hole; 34. Anti-collision rib; 35. Support rib. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0026] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, are used only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application. 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 indicated technical features. Thus, features defined with "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the stated features. In the description of this application, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0027] "A and / or B" includes the following three combinations: A only, B only, and a combination of A and B.

[0028] The use of "applies to" or "configured to" in this application implies open and inclusive language, which does not exclude the applicability to or configuration to devices performing additional tasks or steps. Additionally, the use of "based on" implies openness and inclusivity, because processes, steps, calculations, or other actions "based on" one or more of the stated conditions or values ​​may in practice be based on additional conditions or values ​​beyond those stated.

[0029] In this application, the term "exemplary" is used to mean "used as an example, illustration, or description." Any embodiment described as "exemplary" in this application is not necessarily to be construed as being more preferred or advantageous than other embodiments. The following description is provided to enable any person skilled in the art to make and use this application. Details are set forth in the following description for purposes of explanation. It should be understood that those skilled in the art will recognize that this application can be made without using these specific details. In other instances, well-known structures and processes are not described in detail to avoid obscuring the description of this application with unnecessary detail. Therefore, this application is not intended to be limited to the embodiments shown, but is consistent with the broadest scope of the principles and features disclosed in this application.

[0030] On the one hand, such as Figures 1 to 7As shown, this application embodiment provides a side panel assembly, including a decorative panel 2 and a side panel body 1. The side panel body 1 is used to install on both ends of the middle frame 3 of a refrigeration device. The decorative panel 2 is disposed on the side of the side panel body 1 away from the middle frame 3. A first snap-fit ​​structure 11 is provided on the side of the side panel body 1 away from the middle frame 3. The side panel body 1 is provided with an installation opening. The decorative panel 2 is used to cover the installation opening. A second snap-fit ​​structure 21 is provided on the side of the decorative panel 2 facing the side panel body 1. The decorative panel 2 can rotatably engage the first snap-fit ​​structure 11 with the second snap-fit ​​structure 21 and can rotatably separate the first snap-fit ​​structure 11 from the second snap-fit ​​structure 21. When the first snap-fit ​​structure 11 is engaged with the second snap-fit ​​structure 21, the decorative panel 2 and the side panel body 1 are fixedly connected.

[0031] The refrigeration equipment can be an indoor air conditioner unit, a cabinet air conditioner unit, or an air conditioning fan, etc. The existing side panel assembly has a complex connection structure with the frame 3 of the refrigeration equipment, which not only makes the disassembly and assembly of the side panel assembly difficult, but also results in a high production cost.

[0032] In this embodiment, the side panel body 1 is provided with an installation port, through which the internal structure of the refrigeration equipment can be inspected for maintenance. A decorative panel 2 is provided at the installation port. A first snap-fit ​​structure 11 is provided on the side of the side panel body 1 facing the decorative panel 2. A second snap-fit ​​structure 21 is provided on the decorative panel 2 corresponding to the first snap-fit ​​structure 11. The decorative panel 2 is rotatably disposed at the installation port. By rotating the decorative panel 2, the first snap-fit ​​structure 11 and the second snap-fit ​​structure 21 can be snapped together to complete the installation of the decorative panel 2. Rotating the decorative panel 2 in the opposite direction can remove the decorative panel 2. This arrangement simplifies the installation and removal of the decorative panel 2, thereby improving the efficiency of the installation and removal of the decorative panel 2. Both ends of the refrigeration equipment use side panel assemblies with the same structure, which can ensure that the installation and removal of the decorative panels 2 on both sides of the refrigeration equipment is simple.

[0033] In some embodiments, one of the first snap-fit ​​structure 11 and the second snap-fit ​​structure 21 is an arc-shaped groove, and the other is a rotating buckle, which is used to insert into and snap into the arc-shaped groove.

[0034] Specifically, when the decorative panel 2 is placed over the installation opening, the rotating buckle is inserted into the arc-shaped groove. By rotating the decorative panel 2, when the rotating buckle rotates to a certain position, it can engage with the arc-shaped groove. This design simplifies the structure of both the rotating buckle and the arc-shaped groove, and the connection method is simple and convenient, improving the efficiency of assembling and disassembling the decorative panel 2. In other embodiments, both the first engaging structure 11 and the second engaging structure 21 are elastic buckles with locking teeth that engage with each other.

[0035] In some embodiments, the decorative panel 2 is provided with a rotating buckle, and an arc-shaped groove is provided in the side panel body 1, so that the decorative panel 2 is rotatably snapped into the side panel body 1.

[0036] Specifically, a rotating buckle protrudes from the decorative panel 2, and an arc-shaped groove is recessed into the side panel body 1. This arrangement facilitates the forming of the rotating buckle and the arc-shaped groove. The decorative panel 2 and the rotating buckle are integrally formed, making production more convenient and enhancing the connection stability and overall structural strength of the rotating buckle and the decorative panel 2. In some other embodiments, the side panel body 1 is provided with a rotating buckle, and the arc-shaped groove is provided in the decorative panel 2.

[0037] In some embodiments, one end of the arc groove is provided with an elastic boss 12, and the decorative plate 2 is provided with a locking rib 22 spaced apart from the rotating buckle. When the rotating buckle is engaged with one end of the arc groove, the elastic boss 12 at the other end of the arc groove deforms to abut against the locking rib 22.

[0038] Specifically, an elastic boss 12 is provided at one end of the arc-shaped groove, and a locking rib 22 is also provided on the decorative panel 2. When the rotating buckle rotates a certain distance, the rotating buckle is engaged with the other end of the arc-shaped groove, and the end of the locking rib 22 can abut against the elastic boss 12. At this time, the elastic boss 12 undergoes a certain elastic deformation, and the reverse force can press the elastic boss 12 itself onto the locking rib 22. This setting can further improve the installation stability of the decorative panel 2, and the decorative panel 2 is not easy to detach from the side panel body 1 when installed.

[0039] In some embodiments, multiple arc-shaped grooves are provided, which are concentrically arranged and evenly spaced in sequence. The elastic boss 12, the rotating buckle and the locking rib 22 are provided in multiple corresponding arc-shaped grooves.

[0040] Specifically, the two ends of the side panel body 1 are provided with multiple arc-shaped grooves. The multiple arc-shaped grooves on the same side are concentric and spaced apart from each other. Correspondingly, the decorative panel 2 is provided with multiple locking ribs 22 and rotating buckles. The multiple rotating buckles are evenly spaced along the circumference, and the locking ribs 22 are evenly spaced along the circumference. In this way, when the decorative panel 2 is rotated and installed, all the rotating buckles and locking ribs 22 can be engaged at the same time. With this setting, multiple sets of connection structures are provided between the decorative panel 2 and the side panel body 1, which can further improve the connection stability between the decorative panel 2 and the side panel body 1.

[0041] In some embodiments, the side panel body 1 is provided with a third snap-fit ​​structure 13 and a first insertion structure 14 on the side facing the middle frame 3, and the mounting position is provided with a second insertion structure 32 and a fourth snap-fit ​​structure 31 on the side panel body 1. The side panel body 1 can slide such that the third snap-fit ​​structure 13 snaps into the fourth snap-fit ​​structure 31 and the first insertion structure 14 inserts into the second insertion structure 32, so that the side panel body 1 snaps into the middle frame 3.

[0042] Specifically, the side panel body 1 is also detachably connected to the middle frame 3 of the refrigeration equipment. A third snap-fit ​​structure 13 and a first insertion structure 14 are provided on one side of the side panel body 1, and a fourth snap-fit ​​structure 31 and a second insertion structure 32 are provided on the middle frame 3. First, the side panel body 1 is inserted obliquely into the middle frame 3, so that the first insertion structure 14 and the second insertion structure 32 interlock. Then, the third snap-fit ​​structure 13 and the fourth snap-fit ​​structure 31 interlock, thereby completing the installation of the side panel body 1. This design simplifies the assembly and disassembly of the side panel body 1 and eliminates the need for bolts or screws for fixing, facilitating assembly and disassembly and improving efficiency. In other embodiments, the side panel body 1 has a through hole for screws to pass through, and the screws are screwed into the middle frame 3 to fix the side panel body 1.

[0043] In some embodiments, the first plug-in structure 14 is a plug-in buckle, and the second plug-in structure 32 is a plug-in groove. The plug-in groove is recessed at the edge of the middle frame 3 and is arc-shaped. The plug-in buckle protrudes from the side plate body 1. There are multiple plug-in buckles, and the multiple plug-in buckles are distributed at intervals along the edge of the side plate body 1.

[0044] Specifically, the snap-fit ​​fastener is a plate-shaped structure, with a snap-fit ​​groove located on the inner edge of the middle frame 3. The shape of the snap-fit ​​fastener is adapted to the snap-fit ​​groove. The snap-fit ​​fastener protrudes from the side edge of the side panel body 1 and is aligned with the extension direction of the side panel body 1. Multiple snap-fit ​​fasteners are evenly spaced along the edge of the side panel body 1, forming an arc-shaped plate-shaped structure. The arc-shaped plate-shaped structure is inserted into the snap-fit ​​groove to achieve the insertion of the side panel body 1. This arrangement increases the insertion stability of the side panel body 1. In other embodiments, the first insertion structure 14 is a snap-fit ​​groove, and the second insertion structure 32 is a snap-fit ​​fastener.

[0045] In some embodiments, the third snap-fit ​​structure 13 is a snap-fit, and the fourth snap-fit ​​structure 31 is a snap-fit ​​hole. The snap-fit ​​protrudes from the side of the side panel body 1 facing the middle frame 3, and there are multiple snap-fits. The multiple snap-fits are spaced apart from each other, and the snap-fit ​​holes are corresponding to the snap-fits one by one.

[0046] Specifically, the buckle is an elastic buckle component. By engaging the buckle with the buckle hole, the side panel body 1 and the middle frame 3 are connected. When one end of the side panel body 1 is inserted into the middle frame 3, that end of the side panel body 1 is already limited. Then, the buckle is engaged with the buckle hole to limit the other end of the side panel body 1, thereby fixing the side panel body 1. This design makes both the third and fourth buckle structures 13 simple, and the connection between them convenient and efficient, thus optimizing the connection structure and assembly / disassembly efficiency of the side panel body 1. In some other embodiments, the third buckle structure 13 is a buckle hole, and the fourth buckle structure 31 is a buckle.

[0047] In some embodiments, multiple snap-fit ​​holes are connected in sequence to form an enclosed space. A limiting hole 3315 is provided in the enclosed space. A limiting boss 18 is protruding from the surface of the side plate body 1. The limiting boss 18 is used to be inserted into the limiting hole 3315 to restrict the movement of the side plate body 1.

[0048] Specifically, the enclosed space formed by the multiple snap-fit ​​holes is rectangular. There are four snap-fit ​​holes, distributed at the four corners of the rectangle. A limiting hole 3315 is located at the center of the enclosed space. A rectangular limiting boss 18 is provided on the side panel body 1 corresponding to the limiting hole 3315. The limiting boss 18 is inserted into the limiting hole 3315 to restrict the movement of the side panel body 1 in the front-back direction. The limiting hole 3315 is rectangular, and its length is greater than the length of the limiting boss 18. This arrangement further increases the installation stability of the side panel body 1. In other embodiments, the side panel body 1 has an elastic protrusion, and the middle frame 3 has a limiting circular hole. The elastic protrusion is used to insert into the limiting circular hole.

[0049] In some embodiments, at least one snap hole is provided with an anti-collision rib 16 protruding at the edge of the snap hole, the anti-collision rib 16 extends along the edge of the snap hole, and each snap hole is provided with a support rib 17 at the edge, the support rib 17 extends along the edge of the snap hole in a ring shape.

[0050] Specifically, strip-shaped anti-collision ribs 16 are provided at the upper and lower ends of one of the buckle holes. The width of the anti-collision ribs 16 is greater than or equal to the width of the buckle hole. Support ribs 17 are provided at the edge of each buckle hole. The support ribs 17 extend in a ring shape along the periphery of the buckle hole. The anti-collision ribs 16 and support ribs 17 are respectively located on both sides of the middle frame 3. This arrangement strengthens the structural strength of the buckle hole through the support ribs 17. Since the overall space of the refrigeration equipment is limited, the buckle is too close to the electrical control box, and the buckle is easy to break during drop tests. Therefore, anti-collision ribs 16 are added to protect the buckle.

[0051] On the other hand, embodiments of this application provide a refrigeration device, including the side panel assembly as described above.

[0052] Specifically, the refrigeration equipment is an indoor air conditioning unit, and there are two side panel assemblies, which are installed at the left and right ends of the middle frame 3 of the refrigeration equipment, respectively.

[0053] The side panel assembly and cooling device provided in the embodiments of this application have been described in detail above. Specific examples have been used to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this application. The description of the above embodiments is only for the purpose of helping to understand the method and core ideas of this application. At the same time, for those skilled in the art, there will be changes in the specific implementation methods and application scope based on the ideas of this application. Therefore, the content of this specification should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

Claims

1. A side panel assembly, characterized in that, include: A decorative panel and a side panel body, wherein the side panel body is used to be installed at both ends of the middle frame of the refrigeration equipment, the decorative panel is disposed on the side of the side panel body opposite to the middle frame, the side panel body is provided with an installation opening, the decorative panel is used to cover the installation opening, the side panel body is provided with a first snap-fit ​​structure on the side opposite to the middle frame, and the decorative panel is provided with a second snap-fit ​​structure on the side facing the side panel body, the decorative panel is rotatably capable of snapping the first snap-fit ​​structure into the second snap-fit ​​structure, and is also rotatably capable of separating the first snap-fit ​​structure and the second snap-fit ​​structure; when the first snap-fit ​​structure is snapped into the second snap-fit ​​structure, the decorative panel and the side panel body are fixedly connected.

2. The side panel assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, One of the first snap-fit ​​structure and the second snap-fit ​​structure is an arc-shaped groove, and the other is a rotating buckle. The rotating buckle is used to insert into and snap into the arc-shaped groove.

3. The side panel assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The decorative panel is provided with a rotating buckle, and the arc-shaped groove is provided in the side panel body. The decorative panel is rotatably snapped into the side panel body.

4. The side panel assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that, One end of the arc-shaped groove is provided with an elastic boss, and the decorative panel is provided with locking ribs spaced apart from the rotating buckle. When the rotating buckle is engaged with one end of the arc-shaped groove, the elastic boss at the other end of the arc-shaped groove deforms to stop the locking ribs.

5. The side panel assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, The arc-shaped grooves are provided in multiple ways, and the multiple arc-shaped grooves are arranged concentrically and evenly spaced in sequence. The elastic boss, the rotating buckle and the locking rib are provided in multiple ways corresponding to the arc-shaped grooves.

6. The side panel assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The side panel body is provided with a third snap-fit ​​structure and a first plug-in structure on the side facing the middle frame. The mounting position is provided with a second plug-in structure and a fourth snap-fit ​​structure corresponding to the side panel body. The side panel body can slide so that the third snap-fit ​​structure snaps into the fourth snap-fit ​​structure and the first plug-in structure plugs into the second plug-in structure, so that the side panel body snaps into the middle frame.

7. The side panel assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first plug-in structure is the plug-in buckle, and the second plug-in structure is the plug-in groove. The plug-in groove is recessed into the edge of the middle frame and is arc-shaped. The plug-in buckle protrudes from the side plate body. There are multiple plug-in buckles, and the multiple plug-in buckles are distributed at intervals along the edge of the side plate body.

8. The side panel assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that, The third snap-fit ​​structure is a buckle, and the fourth snap-fit ​​structure is a buckle hole. The buckle protrudes from the side of the side panel body facing the middle frame, and there are multiple buckles, which are spaced apart from each other. The buckle hole corresponds to the buckle one by one.

9. The side panel assembly according to claim 8, characterized in that, Multiple buckle holes are connected in sequence to form an enclosed space. A limiting hole is provided in the enclosed space. A limiting boss is protruded on the surface of the side plate body. The limiting boss is used to be inserted into the limiting hole to restrict the movement of the side plate body. And / or, an anti-collision rib is protruded at the edge of at least one of the buckle holes. The anti-collision rib extends along the edge of the buckle hole. A support rib is provided at the edge of each buckle hole. The support rib extends in a ring shape along the edge of the buckle hole.

10. A refrigeration device, characterized in that, Includes the side panel assembly as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.