Air conditioner

Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model provides an air conditioner, and belongs to the technical field of air conditioners. The air conditioner comprises a main body, a grounding protection object, a riveting piece and a grounding wire, the grounding protection object is installed on the main body, a grounding plate is used for electrical grounding and electrically connected with the grounding protection object, the riveting piece is riveted with the grounding plate and makes conductive contact with the grounding plate, the grounding wire is used for electrical grounding, and one end of the grounding wire is connected with the riveting piece. One end of the grounding wire is connected with the riveting piece, and the riveting piece is riveted and fixed with the grounding plate, so that the grounding wire is connected with the grounding plate, the riveting piece is riveted with the grounding plate, and the riveting piece is not in threaded connection with the grounding plate, the problem of screw loose does not occur between the riveting piece and the grounding plate, the riveting piece and the grounding plate are firmly connected, and the grounding wire and the grounding plate are firmly connected. And the grounding plate does not need to be flanged or tapped, so that the grounding plate is convenient to process.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of air conditioning technology, and more particularly to an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] Air conditioners have gradually become an indispensable household appliance in people's work and life. Some components of air conditioners that are not normally required to be electrified may become energized during use, necessitating electrical grounding protection.

[0003] Air conditioners include a grounding wire and a grounding plate, through which electrical grounding is achieved. However, in related technologies, the connection between the grounding wire and the grounding plate is not secure. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the related technical problems, this application aims to provide an air conditioner that ensures a secure connection between the grounding wire and the grounding plate.

[0005] The technical solution of this application embodiment is implemented as follows:

[0006] This application provides an air conditioner, including:

[0007] main body;

[0008] The grounding protection object is installed on the main body;

[0009] A grounding plate is used for electrical grounding, and the grounding plate is electrically connected to the grounding protection object;

[0010] A riveting component is riveted to the ground plane, and the riveting component is in conductive contact with the ground plane;

[0011] A grounding wire is used for electrical grounding, and one end of the grounding wire is connected to the riveting component.

[0012] In some embodiments, the rivet has a wire clip that engages with a grounding wire.

[0013] In some embodiments, the ground plane has a riveting hole, and the riveting member includes:

[0014] The riveting body is inserted through the riveting hole, and one side of the ground plate abuts against the riveting body;

[0015] A riveting flange abuts against the other side of the grounding plate, the riveting flange is connected to the riveting body, and the wire clip is formed on the riveting flange.

[0016] In some embodiments, the wire buckle is arranged to extend radially along the riveting hole.

[0017] In some embodiments, the riveting component is a rivet nut, and the air conditioner further includes a riveting device, which is threadedly connected to the rivet nut. The riveting device is used to drive the rivet nut to partially move and deform so that the rivet nut is riveted to the grounding plate.

[0018] In some embodiments, the riveted flange has at least two elastic blocks arranged circumferentially along the riveting hole, the outer contour surfaces of the elastic blocks gradually approaching or moving away from the grounding plate along the circumferential direction of the riveting hole.

[0019] In some embodiments, one of the elastic blocks is a first elastic block and the other elastic block is a second elastic block, and the remaining elastic blocks, excluding the first elastic block and the second elastic block, the first elastic block, the wire buckle, and the second elastic block are arranged sequentially along the circumference of the rivet hole.

[0020] In some embodiments, the riveting body and the riveting flange are integrally formed.

[0021] In some embodiments, on the outer contour line of the projection area formed by the axial projection of the rivet hole, at least two positions are not equidistant from the geometric center of the projection area of ​​the rivet hole. The rivet body has a limiting portion that is riveted to the ground plane. On the outer contour line of the projection area formed by the axial projection of the limiting portion of the rivet hole, at least two positions are not equidistant from the geometric center of the projection area of ​​the limiting portion, so that the hole wall of the rivet hole can restrict the limiting portion from rotating about the central axis of the rivet hole.

[0022] In some embodiments, the cross-sectional shape of the rivet hole is polygonal.

[0023] This application provides an air conditioner in which one end of a grounding wire is connected to a riveting member. The riveting member is riveted and fixed to a grounding plate, thus connecting the grounding wire to the grounding plate. The connection between the riveting member and the grounding plate is not threaded, preventing stripping of the threads. The connection between the riveting member and the grounding plate is secure, ensuring a firm connection between the grounding wire and the grounding plate. The grounding plate does not require flanging or tapping, making its processing convenient. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the riveting parts and rivet pullers of the air conditioner according to an embodiment of this application;

[0025] Figure 2 This is an assembly diagram of the riveting parts and the riveting device of the air conditioner according to an embodiment of this application;

[0026] Figure 3This is a schematic diagram of the riveting parts and the grounding plate of the air conditioner according to an embodiment of this application;

[0027] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the riveting parts and the ground plate of the air conditioner according to an embodiment of this application.

[0028] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0029] 1. Grounding plate; 11. Riveting hole; 2. Riveting component; 21. Wire clip; 22. Riveting body; 23. Riveting flange; 231. Elastic block; 232. First elastic block; 233. Second elastic block; 24. Limiting part; 3. Grounding wire; 4. Riveting tool. Detailed Implementation

[0030] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0031] The specific technical features described in the specific embodiments can be combined in any suitable manner without contradiction. For example, different combinations of specific technical features can form different embodiments and technical solutions. To avoid unnecessary repetition, the various possible combinations of the specific technical features in this application will not be described separately.

[0032] In the following description, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used merely to distinguish different objects and do not indicate that the objects have the sameness or relationship. It should be understood that the directional descriptions "above," "below," "outside," and "inside" refer to the directions in normal use, while "left" and "right" refer to the left and right directions shown in the corresponding diagrams, which may or may not be the left and right directions in normal use.

[0033] It should be noted that the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Unless otherwise specified, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes that element. "A plurality of" means two or more.

[0034] In related technologies, a flange is formed on the grounding plate, and threads are tapped on the flange. The grounding wire is fixedly connected to the grounding plate by screws and threaded connection. Poor flange formation of the grounding plate can lead to poor tapping, which may cause the threads of the screw and the grounding plate to be mismatched. The connection between the screw and the grounding plate may strip, resulting in an unstable connection between the screw and the grounding plate, and thus an unstable connection between the grounding wire and the grounding plate.

[0035] This application provides an embodiment of an air conditioner; please refer to [link / reference needed]. Figures 1-4 The air conditioner includes a main body, a grounding protection object, a riveting piece 2, and a grounding wire 3. The grounding protection object is installed on the main body. The grounding plate 1 is used for electrical grounding and is electrically connected to the grounding protection object. The riveting piece 2 is riveted to the grounding plate 1 and is in conductive contact with the grounding plate 1. The grounding wire 3 is used for electrical grounding, and one end of the grounding wire 3 is connected to the riveting piece 2.

[0036] It should be noted that the grounding wire 3 is fixedly connected to the riveting part 2.

[0037] It should be noted that the grounding protection object is the structure in the air conditioner that requires grounding protection.

[0038] In this embodiment, one end of the grounding wire 3 is connected to the riveting member 2. The riveting member 2 is riveted and fixed to the grounding plate 1, thus connecting the grounding wire 3 to the grounding plate 1. The riveting of the riveting member 2 and the grounding plate 1 is not a threaded connection, preventing stripping between them. The connection is firm, ensuring a secure connection between the grounding wire 3 and the grounding plate 1. The grounding plate 1 does not require flanging or tapping, making it easy to process.

[0039] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 1-4 The riveting component 2 has a wire buckle 21, which is snapped into the grounding wire 3.

[0040] It should be noted that part of the grounding wire 3 extends into the wire buckle 21, and the grounding wire 3 is pressed and fixed by the wire buckle 21.

[0041] In this embodiment, the riveting component 2 has a wire buckle 21, which is snapped into the grounding wire 3 to facilitate the fixed connection between the grounding wire 3 and the riveting component 2. The riveting component 2 is riveted to the grounding plate 1 so that the grounding wire 3 is connected to the grounding plate 1.

[0042] It is understood that the riveting component 2 is not limited to the installation of the wire clip 21. Exemplarily, the grounding wire 3 is welded to the riveting component 2.

[0043] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 1-4The ground plate 1 has a riveting hole 11. The riveting component 2 includes a riveting body 22 and a riveting flange 23. The riveting body 22 passes through the riveting hole 11. One side of the ground plate 1 abuts against the riveting body 22. The riveting flange 23 abuts against the other side of the ground plate 1. The riveting flange 23 is connected to the riveting body 22. The wire buckle 21 is formed on the riveting flange 23.

[0044] It should be noted that the connection between the riveting flange 23 and the riveting body 22 is a fixed connection, and there is no relative movement between the riveting flange 23 and the riveting body 22.

[0045] In this embodiment, the riveting body 22 passes through the riveting hole 11, one side of the grounding plate 1 abuts against the riveting body 22, and the riveting flange 23 abuts against the other side of the grounding plate 1. The riveting flange 23 and the riveting body 22 can clamp the grounding plate 1, so that the riveting component 2 is firmly connected to the grounding plate 1. The wire clip 21 is formed in the riveting flange 23, eliminating the need to manufacture the wire clip 21 separately, thus reducing the number of parts. The grounding wire 3 and the riveting component 2 can be pre-assembled and supplied in a modular manner, reducing the types of materials in the production process.

[0046] It is understood that the grounding plate 1 is not limited to having a riveting hole 11, and the riveting body 22 is not limited to being disposed through the riveting hole 11. Exemplarily, the riveting body 22 is stamped and riveted to the grounding plate 1.

[0047] It is understood that the wire clip 21 is not limited to being formed on the riveting flange 23. Exemplarily, the wire clip 21 snaps onto the riveting flange 23.

[0048] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 1-4 The wire buckle 21 extends radially along the rivet hole 11.

[0049] In this embodiment, the wire buckle 21 extends radially along the riveting hole 11, and the riveting body 22 passes through the riveting hole 11 axially. The riveting direction of the riveting body 22 is different from the extension direction of the wire buckle 21, which reduces the impact of the riveting of the riveting body 22 and the grounding plate 1 on the connection between the wire buckle 21 and the grounding wire 3.

[0050] It is understood that the wire buckle 21 is not limited to being arranged radially extending along the riveting hole 11. Exemplarily, the wire buckle 21 is arranged axially extending along the riveting hole 11.

[0051] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 1-4 The riveting part 2 is a rivet nut. The air conditioner also includes a rivet 4, which is threadedly connected to the rivet nut. The rivet 4 is used to drive the rivet nut to move and deform in part so that the rivet nut is riveted to the grounding plate 1.

[0052] For example, the rivet 4 is a grounding screw, which is threadedly connected to the rivet nut. The locking of the grounding screw drives the rivet nut to partially move and deform so that the rivet nut is riveted to the grounding plate 1.

[0053] In this embodiment, the rivet 4 is threadedly connected to the rivet nut. The rivet 4 is used to drive the rivet nut to partially move and deform so that the rivet nut is riveted to the grounding plate 1. The rivet 4 uses tension to deform the rivet nut and rivet it to the grounding plate 1, which is convenient for operation. The structure of the grounding plate 1 remains basically unchanged before and after being riveted and fixed with the riveted part 2, reducing the impact of riveting on the grounding plate 1. The rivet 4 and the rivet nut can be produced by the same manufacturer. The thread fit of the rivet 4 and the rivet nut can be inspected before leaving the factory to reduce stripping problems and improve the connection firmness between the riveted part 2 and the grounding plate 1. The rivet 4, the rivet nut and the grounding wire 3 can be pre-assembled and supplied in a modular manner.

[0054] It is understood that the air conditioner may not have a rivet 4, and the rivet 2 is not limited to a rivet nut. For example, the rivet 2 is an expansion rivet.

[0055] For example, the rivet 2 is a press-fit nut.

[0056] For example, the riveting component 2 is a pop rivet.

[0057] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 1-4 The riveting flange 23 has at least two elastic blocks 231, which are arranged circumferentially along the riveting hole 11. The outer contour surface of the elastic block 231 gradually approaches or moves away from the grounding plate 1 along the circumferential direction of the riveting hole 11.

[0058] For example, the number of elastic blocks 231 is not limited, and the number of elastic blocks 231 can be two, four, six or nine.

[0059] In this embodiment, at least two elastic blocks 231 are arranged circumferentially along the riveting hole 11. The outer contour surface of the elastic block 231 gradually approaches or moves away from the grounding plate 1 along the circumferential direction of the riveting hole 11. The outer contour surface of the elastic block 231 contacts the grounding plate 1 and the riveting tool 4 respectively. The elastic force of the elastic block 231 can clamp the grounding plate 1 between the riveting body 22 and the riveting flange 23, prevent the rivet nut from loosening, make the rivet nut firmly riveted to the grounding plate 1, and make the connection between the grounding wire 3 and the grounding plate 1 more secure.

[0060] It is understood that the riveted flange 23 is not limited to having the elastic block 231. Exemplarily, the air conditioner includes gaskets, with gaskets respectively provided on both sides of the riveted flange 23.

[0061] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 1-4One of the elastic blocks 231 is the first elastic block 231, and the other elastic block 231 is the second elastic block 231. The remaining elastic blocks 231, the first elastic block 231, the wire buckle 21, and the second elastic block 231 are arranged sequentially along the circumference of the riveting hole 11, except for the first elastic block 231 and the second elastic block 231.

[0062] In this embodiment, all elastic blocks 231 except for the first and second elastic blocks 231, the first elastic block 231, the wire buckle 21, and the second elastic block 231 are arranged sequentially along the circumference of the riveting hole 11. All elastic blocks 231 and wire buckles 21 surround the riveting hole 11 to maximize the contact area between the riveting flange 23 and the grounding plate 1, and to increase the clamping force between the riveting body 22 and the riveting flange 23, making the connection between the grounding wire 3 and the grounding plate 1 more secure. The wire buckle 21 and the elastic element are arranged sequentially along the circumference of the riveting hole 11. The wire buckle 21 does not significantly affect the contact between the outer contour surface of the elastic element and the grounding plate 1, allowing the rivet nut to achieve both convenient connection with the grounding wire 3 and secure riveting with the grounding plate 1.

[0063] It is understood that the remaining elastic blocks 231, excluding the first elastic block 231 and the second elastic block 231, the first elastic block 231, the wire buckle 21, and the second elastic block 231 are not necessarily arranged sequentially along the circumference of the riveting hole 11. For example, the wire buckle 21 is disposed on the elastic element.

[0064] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 1-4 The riveting body 22 and the riveting flange 23 are integrally formed.

[0065] In this embodiment, the riveting body 22 and the riveting flange 23 are integrally formed, eliminating the need to assemble the riveting body 22 and the riveting flange 23. The wire buckle 21 is formed on the riveting flange 23, and the wire buckle 21 is also integral with the riveting body 22, enabling the grounding wire 3 and the riveting component 2 to be supplied in a modular manner, reducing the number of parts in the air conditioner and the types of materials in the production process.

[0066] It is understood that the riveting body 22 is not limited to being integrally formed with the riveting flange 23. Exemplarily, the riveting body 22 and the riveting flange 23 are welded together.

[0067] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 1-4On the outer contour line of the projection area formed by the axial projection of the riveting hole 11, at least two positions are not equidistant from the geometric center of the projection area of ​​the riveting hole 11. The riveting body 22 has a limiting part 24 that is riveted to the ground plate 1. On the outer contour line of the projection area formed by the axial projection of the limiting part 24 along the riveting hole 11, at least two positions are not equidistant from the geometric center of the projection area of ​​the limiting part 24, so that the hole wall of the riveting hole 11 can restrict the limiting part 24 from rotating around the central axis of the riveting hole 11.

[0068] It should be noted that the minimum distance between the outer contour line of the projection area formed by the axial projection of the riveting hole 11 and the geometric center of the projection area of ​​the riveting hole 11 is the first distance, and the maximum distance between the outer contour line of the projection area formed by the axial projection of the limiting part 24 along the riveting hole 11 and the geometric center of the projection area of ​​the limiting part 24 is the second distance. The first distance is less than the second distance, so that the hole wall of the riveting hole 11 can restrict the limiting part 24 from rotating around the central axis of the riveting hole 11.

[0069] In this embodiment, on the outer contour line of the projection area formed by the axial projection of the riveting hole 11, at least two positions are not equidistant from the geometric center of the projection area of ​​the riveting hole 11, and the cross-section of the riveting hole 11 is not circular. On the outer contour line of the projection area formed by the axial projection of the limiting part 24, at least two positions are not equidistant from the geometric center of the projection area of ​​the limiting part 24, and the limiting part 24 of the riveting member 2 is not circular. The riveting body 22 passes through the riveting hole 11, and the hole wall of the riveting hole 11 can restrict the limiting part 24 from rotating around the central axis of the riveting hole 11, so that during the riveting process between the riveting body 22 and the grounding plate 1, the riveting member 2 basically cannot rotate, and the grounding wire 3 connected to the riveting member 2 also basically cannot rotate, reducing the possibility of the grounding wire 3 straightening due to rotation. A grounding symbol is provided on one side of the grounding plate 1. The grounding wire 3 does not rotate. The relative position of the grounding wire 3 and the riveting hole 11 is basically fixed before and after riveting, which makes it convenient for operators to adjust the relative position of the grounding wire 3 and the grounding plate 1. The grounding wire 3 can avoid the location of the grounding symbol, reducing the possibility of the grounding wire 3 blocking the grounding symbol.

[0070] It is understood that, on the outer contour line of the projection area formed by the axial projection of the rivet hole 11, at least two locations are not necessarily unequal in distance from the geometric center of the projection area of ​​the rivet hole 11. Exemplarily, at least two locations are unequal in distance from the geometric center of the projection area of ​​the rivet hole 11.

[0071] It is understood that, on the outer contour line of the projection area formed by the axial projection of the limiting part 24 along the riveting hole 11, at least two positions are not necessarily unequal in distance from the geometric center of the projection area of ​​the limiting part 24. Exemplarily, at least two positions are unequal in distance from the geometric center of the projection area of ​​the limiting part 24.

[0072] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 3 The cross-sectional shape of the rivet hole 11 is polygonal.

[0073] For example, the cross-sectional shape of the rivet hole 11 is hexagonal or quadrilateral.

[0074] For example, the rivet hole 11 is stamped on the ground plane 1.

[0075] In this embodiment, the cross-sectional shape of the rivet hole 11 is polygonal. The polygonal rivet hole 11 facilitates the fabrication of the rivet hole 11 on the ground plate 1, while restricting the rotation of the limiting part 24 within the rivet hole 11.

[0076] It is understood that the shape of the cross-section of the rivet hole 11 is not limited to a polygon. For example, the cross-section of the rivet hole 11 is elliptical.

[0077] In some embodiments, the shape of the cross-section of the limiting portion 24 is adapted to the shape of the cross-section of the riveting hole 11.

[0078] For example, the cross-sectional shape of the rivet hole 11 is hexagonal, and the cross-sectional shape of the limiting part 24 is hexagonal.

[0079] For example, the cross-sectional shape of the rivet hole 11 is quadrilateral, and the cross-sectional shape of the limiting part 24 is quadrilateral.

[0080] In some embodiments, the main body includes a compressor host, wherein one grounding protection object is a housing covering the compressor host.

[0081] In some embodiments, the main body includes an indoor unit and an outdoor unit, wherein the grounding protection object is the casing covering the outdoor unit.

[0082] In some embodiments, one of the grounding protection objects is the casing covering the indoor unit.

[0083] In the description of this application, the terms "an embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the embodiments of this application. In this application, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Furthermore, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine different embodiments or examples described in this application, as well as features of different embodiments or examples.

[0084] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: main body; The grounding protection object is installed on the main body; A grounding plate is used for electrical grounding, and the grounding plate is electrically connected to the grounding protection object; A riveting component is riveted to the ground plane, and the riveting component is in conductive contact with the ground plane; A grounding wire is used for electrical grounding, and one end of the grounding wire is connected to the riveting component.

2. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The riveting component has a wire buckle, which is engaged with the grounding wire.

3. The air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that, The grounding plate has rivet holes, and the rivet includes: The riveting body is inserted through the riveting hole, and one side of the ground plate abuts against the riveting body; A riveting flange abuts against the other side of the grounding plate, the riveting flange is connected to the riveting body, and the wire clip is formed on the riveting flange.

4. The air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized in that, The wire buckle is arranged to extend radially along the rivet hole.

5. The air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized in that, The riveting component is a rivet nut, and the air conditioner also includes a rivet puller, which is threadedly connected to the rivet nut. The rivet puller is used to drive the rivet nut to partially move and deform so that the rivet nut is riveted to the grounding plate.

6. The air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized in that, The riveting flange has at least two elastic blocks, which are arranged circumferentially along the riveting hole, and the outer contour surface of the elastic blocks gradually approaches or moves away from the ground plate along the circumferential direction of the riveting hole.

7. The air conditioner according to claim 6, characterized in that, One of the elastic blocks is a first elastic block, and the other elastic block is a second elastic block. All the elastic blocks except the first elastic block and the second elastic block, the first elastic block, the wire buckle, and the second elastic block are arranged sequentially along the circumference of the rivet hole.

8. The air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized in that, The riveting body and the riveting flange are integrally formed.

9. The air conditioner according to any one of claims 3 to 8, characterized in that, On the outer contour line of the projection area formed by the axial projection of the rivet hole, at least two positions are not equidistant from the geometric center of the projection area of ​​the rivet hole. The rivet body has a limiting part that is riveted to the ground plate. On the outer contour line of the projection area formed by the axial projection of the limiting part of the rivet hole, at least two positions are not equidistant from the geometric center of the projection area of ​​the limiting part, so that the hole wall of the rivet hole can restrict the limiting part from rotating about the central axis of the rivet hole.

10. The air conditioner according to claim 9, characterized in that, The cross-sectional shape of the rivet hole is polygonal.

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