Freezer air duct structure and beverage cabinet
By using a first plate to separate the air duct cavity and the receiving cavity in the freezer, and using the gap to form the air inlet and outlet, and combining the air guide and the blocking part, the problem of exposed air inlet and outlet of the freezer is solved, and the effect of simplified assembly and hidden air outlet is achieved.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423066449.6
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-11
- Publication Date
- 2025-11-14
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-11
AI Technical Summary
The air inlet and outlet structures of existing freezers are exposed, requiring additional holes to be machined during production, which leads to manufacturing difficulties and high costs.
The first plate is used to divide the freezer cavity into an air duct cavity and a receiving cavity. The gap is used to form an air inlet and outlet. The air duct structure is optimized by the air guide and the obstruction part, and the air outlet design is hidden.
It simplifies the assembly process of the freezer, reduces manufacturing costs, and has well-concealed air inlets and outlets, meeting user needs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to related technical fields, and in particular to a refrigerator air duct structure and a beverage cabinet. Background Technology
[0002] Refrigerators can regulate the temperature inside, and can store items such as wine, beverages, medicines, or food. In existing technology, the interior of the refrigerator is generally equipped with a cavity, and the air inlet and outlet for temperature regulation are usually directly set as holes in the cavity. Therefore, the air inlet and outlet are directly exposed and quite noticeable. Moreover, during production, the air inlet and outlet need to be machined into the internal cavity, which is quite troublesome. Therefore, the structure of the air inlet and outlet needs to be optimized. Utility Model Content
[0003] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes a refrigerator air duct structure and a beverage cabinet, which optimizes the air inlet and outlet structure, making it easier to manufacture.
[0004] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a refrigerator air duct structure includes: a cabinet body and a first panel. The cabinet body has a first cavity with a forward-facing opening. The first panel can be installed in the first cavity through the front opening, and the first panel can divide the first cavity into an air duct cavity and a receiving cavity. The receiving cavity is located in front of the air duct cavity, and there is a first gap and a second gap between the first panel and the side wall of the first cavity. The first gap is configured as an air outlet, and the second gap is configured as an air inlet. The air outlet connects the air duct cavity and the receiving cavity, and the air inlet connects the air duct cavity and the receiving cavity.
[0005] The refrigerated display case air duct structure according to the present utility model embodiment has at least the following beneficial effects: During manufacturing and assembly, the first plate can be inserted and connected from the front opening of the first cavity. At this time, the first plate can separate the first cavity into an air duct cavity and a receiving cavity, making the assembly relatively simple. The air duct cavity can have a driving mechanism to drive the airflow, while the receiving cavity is used to place items. After the first plate is assembled into the first cavity, the first gap and the second gap formed with the side wall serve as the air outlet and air inlet. Therefore, there is no need to drill holes to process the air outlet. The air outlet can be formed by assembly, resulting in low manufacturing costs. Furthermore, the air inlet and outlet can be hidden.
[0006] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the first gap is provided between the top of the first plate and the upper sidewall of the first cavity, and the second gap is provided between the bottom of the first plate and the lower sidewall of the first cavity.
[0007] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the upper side wall of the first cavity is provided with a wind guide, which can guide the air in the air duct cavity to the air outlet.
[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the air guide is inclined upward in a direction from back to front, and the air guide is located behind the first gap.
[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the lower sidewall of the first cavity is provided with an upwardly protruding blocking portion, and the upper part of the blocking portion and the bottom of the first plate define the second gap.
[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the blocking part has a baffle and a guide plate. The baffle is vertically arranged, the guide plate is disposed on the top of the baffle, and the guide plate is inclined upward in the direction from front to back. The guide plate and the bottom of the first plate define the second gap.
[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the cabinet includes a first shell and a second shell. The first shell extends through the front and rear directions. The front side of the first shell has a front opening, and the rear side of the first shell has a rear opening. The second shell is connected to the rear side of the first shell and blocks the rear opening to define the first cavity.
[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a connecting structure is also included, through which the first plate can be connected to the second housing.
[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the connection structure includes a connector, a first connecting part and a second connecting part, the first connecting part is disposed on the first plate, the second connecting part is disposed on the second housing, and the connector can be connected to the first connecting part and the second connecting part.
[0014] According to a second aspect of the present invention, a beverage cabinet includes a beverage cabinet employing the above-described refrigeration duct structure.
[0015] The beverage cabinet according to the present utility model embodiment has at least the following beneficial effects: by adopting the above-mentioned refrigeration air duct structure, the opening processing steps of the air inlet and outlet in the beverage cabinet can be simplified, and the assembly is also relatively simple. The air inlet and outlet can also be hidden, which can meet the user's needs.
[0016] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description
[0017] The above or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:
[0018] Figure 1 These are external schematic diagrams of some embodiments of the present invention;
[0019] Figure 2 These are cross-sectional structural diagrams of some embodiments of the present invention;
[0020] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the hidden cabinet door in some embodiments of this utility model;
[0021] Figure 4 for Figure 4 A magnified view of a section at point A in the middle;
[0022] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A magnified view of a section at point B in the middle;
[0023] Figure 6 This is a structural schematic diagram of the first plate and its connecting parts;
[0024] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the second shell structure.
[0025] Figure label:
[0026] Cabinet 100, first cavity 110, air duct cavity 111, receiving cavity 112, air guide part 113, blocking part 114, baffle 1141, guide plate 1142, front opening 120, first shell 130, second shell 140;
[0027] First plate 200, first gap 210, second gap 220;
[0028] Connection structure 300, connector 310, first connecting part 320, second connecting part 330. Detailed Implementation
[0029] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.
[0030] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "transverse," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships, are based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description. They 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 utility model. Furthermore, features defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.
[0031] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
[0032] Reference Figures 1 to 5 According to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention, the refrigerator air duct structure includes a cabinet body 100 and a first plate 200. The cabinet body 100 has a first cavity 110 with a front opening 120 facing forward. The first plate 200 can be installed in the first cavity 110 through the front opening 120, and the first plate 200 can divide the first cavity 110 into an air duct cavity 111 and a receiving cavity 112. The receiving cavity 112 is located in front of the air duct cavity 111, and there is a first gap 210 and a second gap 220 between the first plate 200 and the side wall of the first cavity 110. The first gap 210 is an air outlet, and the second gap 220 is an air inlet. The air outlet is connected to the air duct cavity 111 and the receiving cavity 112, and the air inlet is connected to the air duct cavity 111 and the receiving cavity 112. During manufacturing and assembly, the first plate can be inserted and connected from the front opening 120 of the first cavity 110. At this time, the first plate can divide the first cavity 110 into an air duct cavity 111 and a receiving cavity 112. The assembly is relatively simple. The air duct cavity 111 can have a driving mechanism to drive the air flow, while the receiving cavity 112 is used to place items. After the first plate is assembled into the first cavity 110, the first gap 210 and the second gap 220 formed with the side wall serve as the air outlet and air inlet. Therefore, there is no need to drill holes to process the air outlet. The air outlet can be formed by assembly, which has low manufacturing cost and the air inlet and outlet can also be hidden.
[0033] Specifically, the cabinet 100 has a first cavity 110 inside. The front opening 120 of the first cavity 110 is for placing objects. The first panel 200 can be inserted into and connected to the first cavity 110 through the front opening 120. The specific connection method is not limited here. The first panel 200 can be installed vertically in the first cavity 110, dividing the front and rear parts of the first cavity 110. The front part is a receiving cavity 112, which is a cavity for placing objects, while the rear part is an air duct cavity 111. It can be understood that a fan, refrigeration equipment, and heating equipment can be installed in the air duct cavity 111. After the first panel 200 is installed, it connects with the first cavity 110. The side wall of the cavity 110 has a first gap 210 and a second gap 220. The positions of the first gap 210 and the second gap 220 are not limited here. The first gap 210 and the second gap 220 connect the receiving cavity 112 and the air duct cavity 111, and can form an air inlet and an air outlet to realize air circulation. It can refrigerate or heat the objects in the receiving cavity 112. The first gap 210 and the second gap 220 are located at the edge, which has good concealment and meets the user's needs. Furthermore, the first plate can be assembled to form an air inlet and outlet without the need to process holes or assemble a fan cover, which can simplify the production process and reduce manufacturing costs.
[0034] Understandably, the first plate 200 can also be placed horizontally to separate the receiving cavity 112 from the air duct cavity 111 vertically.
[0035] Reference Figure 2 and Figures 4 to 5 In some embodiments of this utility model, a first gap 210 is provided between the top of the first plate 200 and the upper sidewall of the first cavity 110, and a second gap 220 is provided between the bottom of the first plate 200 and the lower sidewall of the first cavity 110. Specifically, the first gap 210 can be located at the upper part, and the second gap 220 can be located at the lower part, so that the air outlet is located at the upper part of the first cavity 110, and the air inlet is located at the lower part of the first cavity 110. During cooling, cold air can be output from the upper part, and after cooling the object, air is introduced from the lower air inlet, resulting in a good cooling effect.
[0036] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 4 In some embodiments of this utility model, the upper side wall of the first cavity 110 is provided with a guide section 113, which can guide the air in the air duct cavity 111 to the air outlet. Specifically, the guide section 113 can gather and guide the air in the air duct cavity 111 to the air outlet for air discharge. The specific structure of the guide section 113 is not limited here.
[0037] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 4In some embodiments of this utility model, the air guide 113 is inclined upward in a rear-to-forward direction and is located behind the first gap 210. Specifically, the air guide 113 can be configured as an inclined plate. It is understood that the air guide 113 can be stamped. The air guide 113, which is inclined upward in a rear-to-forward direction, can gradually gather the air in the air duct cavity 111 to the first gap 210, thereby improving the air outlet effect. Furthermore, the inclined air guide 113 is located behind the first gap 210, so that the first gap 210 does not directly communicate with the air duct cavity 111. Thus, the air guide 113 can also play a blocking role, preventing the components in the air duct cavity 111 from being exposed.
[0038] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 5 In some embodiments of this utility model, the lower sidewall of the first cavity 110 is provided with an upwardly protruding blocking portion 114, and the upper part of the blocking portion 114 and the bottom of the first plate 200 define a second gap 220. Specifically, the upward protrusion of the blocking portion 114 can prevent condensate in the receiving cavity 112 from entering the air duct cavity 111, making it difficult for water to accumulate in the air duct cavity 111. Furthermore, the blocking portion 114 can also cooperate with the second gap 220 to improve the concealment of the air inlet.
[0039] Reference Figure 5 In some embodiments of this utility model, the blocking part 114 has a baffle 1141 and a guide plate 1142. The baffle 1141 is vertically arranged, and the guide plate 1142 is disposed on the top of the baffle 1141. The guide plate 1142 is inclined upward in the front-to-back direction, and the guide plate 1142 and the bottom of the first plate 200 define a second gap 220. Specifically, the blocking part 114 can be formed by stamping to make it protrude upward, and can be configured as a baffle 1141 and a guide plate 1142. The baffle 1141 can be vertically arranged to play a blocking role, while the guide plate 1142 is inclined upward in the front-to-back direction to play a guiding role, so as to facilitate air intake, and can also return the formed condensate towards the receiving cavity 112.
[0040] Reference Figure 3 In some embodiments of this utility model, the cabinet 100 includes a first housing 130 and a second housing 140. The first housing 130 extends through the front and rear directions, with a front opening 120 on the front side and a rear opening on the rear side. The second housing 140 is connected to the rear side of the first housing 130 and seals the rear opening to define the first cavity 110. Specifically, the first housing 130 and the second housing 140 can be spliced to form the cabinet 100, which is convenient for manufacturing. The first housing 130 is a side frame assembly that extends through the front and rear, allowing the first panel 200 to be assembled from the rear opening. Installing the second housing 140 after assembling the first panel improves the ease of assembly.
[0041] It should be noted that the second housing 140 may be provided with an air guide 113 and a blocking part 114, and the air guide 113 and the blocking part 114 may be manufactured by stamping, which facilitates assembly and manufacturing.
[0042] Reference Figure 3 In some embodiments of this utility model, a connecting structure 300 is also included, through which the first plate 200 can be connected to the second housing 140. Specifically, the first plate can also be first connected to the second housing 140 through the connecting structure 300, and then the second housing 140 can be connected and assembled with the first housing 130 to form the air duct cavity 111 and the receiving cavity 112. The specific structure of the connecting structure 300 is not limited here.
[0043] Reference Figure 3 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 In some embodiments of this utility model, the connecting structure 300 includes a connector 310, a first connecting portion 320, and a second connecting portion 330. The first connecting portion 320 is disposed on the first plate 200, and the second connecting portion 330 is disposed on the second housing 140. The connector 310 can be connected to the first connecting portion 320 and the second connecting portion 330. Specifically, the connector 310 can be connected to the first connecting portion 320 first, and then the first plate 200 is mated with the second housing 140. At this time, the connector 310 can be connected to the second connecting portion 330, which makes assembly more convenient.
[0044] It is conceivable that multiple sets of connecting structures 300 can be set and arranged around the circumference of the first plate 200. The connector 310 can be provided with connecting holes and fasteners. The first connecting part 320 can be provided as a connecting hole. The connector 310 can be connected to the first connecting part 320 by fasteners. The second connecting part 330 can be provided as a slot. After the connector 310 is installed on the first plate 200, the first plate 200 can be connected to the second housing 140. At this time, the fastener can be engaged with the slot, making installation relatively convenient.
[0045] Reference Figure 1 According to a second aspect of the present invention, a beverage cabinet includes a beverage cabinet with the above-mentioned refrigeration duct structure. The beverage cabinet can hold items such as wine, beverages, medicines or food, and can heat or refrigerate. By adopting the above-mentioned refrigeration duct structure, the opening process of the air inlet and outlet in the beverage cabinet can be simplified, and the assembly is also relatively simple. The air inlet and outlet can also be hidden, which is more aesthetically pleasing and can meet the user's needs.
[0046] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above 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 one or more embodiments or examples.
[0047] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A freezer air duct structure, characterized in that, include: The cabinet (100) has a first cavity (110) inside, and the first cavity (110) has a forward-facing front opening (120); The first plate (200) can be installed on the first cavity (110) through the front opening (120), and the first plate (200) can divide the first cavity (110) into an air duct cavity (111) and a receiving cavity (112). The receiving cavity (112) is located in front of the air duct cavity (111), and there is a first gap (210) and a second gap (220) between the first plate (200) and the side wall of the first cavity (110). The first gap (210) is set as an air outlet, and the second gap (220) is set as an air inlet. The air outlet connects the air duct cavity (111) and the receiving cavity (112), and the air inlet connects the air duct cavity (111) and the receiving cavity (112).
2. The freezer air duct structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first plate (200) has a first gap (210) between its top and the upper sidewall of the first cavity (110), and the first plate (200) has a second gap (220) between its bottom and the lower sidewall of the first cavity (110).
3. The freezer air duct structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The upper side wall of the first cavity (110) is provided with a guide section (113), which can guide the air in the air duct cavity (111) to the air outlet.
4. The freezer air duct structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The air guide (113) is inclined upward in a direction from back to front, and the air guide (113) is located behind the first gap (210).
5. The freezer air duct structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The lower side wall of the first cavity (110) is provided with an upwardly protruding blocking part (114), and the upper part of the blocking part (114) and the bottom of the first plate (200) define the second gap (220).
6. The freezer air duct structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The blocking part (114) has a baffle (1141) and a guide plate (1142). The baffle (1141) is vertically arranged, and the guide plate (1142) is located on the top of the baffle (1141). The guide plate (1142) is inclined upward in the direction from front to back. The guide plate (1142) and the bottom of the first plate (200) define the second gap (220).
7. The freezer air duct structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cabinet (100) includes a first housing (130) and a second housing (140). The first housing (130) extends through the front and rear directions. The front side of the first housing (130) is the front opening (120), and the rear side of the first housing (130) has a rear opening. The second housing (140) is connected to the rear side of the first housing (130) and blocks the rear opening to define the first cavity (110).
8. The freezer air duct structure according to claim 7, characterized in that, It also includes a connecting structure (300) through which the first plate (200) can be connected to the second housing (140).
9. The freezer air duct structure according to claim 8, characterized in that, The connection structure (300) includes a connector (510), a first connection part (520) and a second connection part (530). The first connection part (520) is disposed on the first plate (200), and the second connection part (530) is disposed on the second housing (140). The connector (510) can be connected to the first connection part (520) and the second connection part (530).
10. A beverage cabinet, characterized in that, The refrigerator air duct structure includes any one of claims 1-9.