Connector structure of air conditioner exhaust pipe opening and air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of air conditioner exhaust pipes, in particular to a connector structure of an air conditioner exhaust pipe opening and an air conditioner, the connector structure comprises an air pipe panel provided with an air pipe connector and a connector clamping plate, the air pipe panel is provided with a connector installation opening, and the connector clamping plate is installed at the clamping plate installation opening to limit axial positioning of the air pipe connector at the connector installation opening. The radial installation position of the air pipe connector is limited by the connector installation opening of the air pipe panel, and the axial installation position of the air pipe connector is limited by installing the connector clamping plate into the clamping plate installation opening, so that the installation position of the air pipe connector can be stabilized in different directions, the air pipe connector is not prone to loosening and falling off, and the service life of the air pipe connector is prolonged. And the axial mounting position of the air pipe joint is limited, so that the air tightness of the connection is ensured, the air leakage problems such as leakage, leakage or falling of the exhaust pipe are reduced, and the use of a user is facilitated.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of air conditioning exhaust pipe technology, specifically a connector structure for an air conditioning exhaust pipe outlet and an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] An air conditioner is a device that can regulate and control parameters such as temperature, humidity, cleanliness, and airflow of ambient air. It is a common household appliance. Air conditioners can be divided into several types according to different installation and usage methods, such as floor-standing air conditioners, wall-mounted air conditioners, and portable air conditioners. Among them, portable air conditioners are more flexible than traditional floor-standing and wall-mounted air conditioners because they are convenient for users to move around.

[0003] Existing portable air conditioners generally have an air outlet (to supply cold or warm air to users) and an air vent (to discharge excess exhaust gas generated during operation). The exhaust vent usually needs to discharge excess exhaust gas through an exhaust pipe to avoid the excess exhaust gas affecting the user's environment. Existing portable air conditioners are prone to unstable and loose connections at the exhaust pipe outlet, and loose gaps can easily exist between the connection structures, which can easily lead to leakage, seepage, or exhaust pipe detachment. The leaked excess exhaust gas will gradually have an adverse effect on the user's environment. For example, the warm exhaust gas generated when producing cold air will affect the cooling temperature, and the cool exhaust gas generated when producing heat will affect the heating temperature, making it inconvenient for users.

[0004] To address the above shortcomings, we need to develop a connector structure for air conditioning exhaust pipes and an air conditioner that meets the needs of a wide range of users. Utility Model Content

[0005] Regarding the aforementioned issues of unstable or loose connections, leaks, seepage, or detachment of the exhaust pipe in existing portable air conditioners, the technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve these problems is as follows:

[0006] A connector structure for an air conditioning exhaust duct includes a duct panel on which a duct connector and a connector clamp are mounted. The duct panel has a connector mounting port for limiting the radial positioning of the duct connector. The connector clamp is detachably mounted on the clamp mounting port of the duct panel to limit the axial positioning of the duct connector at the connector mounting port.

[0007] As described above, the air conditioner exhaust duct connector has a hollow, through-hole exhaust channel. The limiting outer ring of the air duct connector extends towards the center of the exhaust channel to form a limiting inner ring. The limiting outer ring has an installation end n for contacting the air duct panel and a connection end m for connecting to the exhaust duct. The positioning contact plane f of the limiting outer ring is located between the extension starting end g and the extension protruding end h of the limiting inner ring.

[0008] As described above, in the connector structure of an air conditioning exhaust duct, the limiting inner ring extends outward from the center of the exhaust channel to form a limiting support plate for limiting the installation position of the duct connector. The maximum outer diameter c of the limiting support plate is greater than the diameter e of the connector installation port, and the limiting inner ring has at least two separately arranged limiting support plates.

[0009] As described above, in an air conditioning exhaust duct connector structure, the limiting support plate includes at least a first support plate and a second support plate for limiting the duct connector from dislodging. One of the first support plate and the second support plate is located on the inner ring of the limiting plate near the mounting port of the clamping plate, and the other of the first support plate and the second support plate is located on the inner ring of the limiting plate away from the mounting port of the clamping plate. The duct panel has a connection process port through which the limiting support plate passes. The connection process port is located on the inner ring of the limiting plate, and the diameter j of the connection process port is greater than the maximum length k of the limiting support plate.

[0010] As described above, in the connector structure of an air conditioning exhaust duct, the connector plate has a raised pad near the duct connector to limit the installation position of the limiting support plate, and the raised height s of the raised pad is greater than the thickness t of the mounting plate of the duct panel.

[0011] As described above, the connector structure of an air conditioner exhaust pipe has a limiting inner ring with a protective diversion net for preventing a user's limbs from passing through the exhaust channel. The protective diversion net has several through protective diversion ports, and the several protective diversion ports can form a barrier structure for gas flow.

[0012] As described above, in an air conditioner exhaust duct connector structure, the connector plate has a first latching part and a second latching part on the plate plane for contacting the duct panel, which facilitates fastening the plate mounting port. The second latching part has a release handle for unfastening.

[0013] As described above, in an air conditioner exhaust pipe connector structure, the first snap-fit ​​part has a first inclined surface that facilitates sliding into the mounting port of the mounting plate, and a first engaging part that is recessed toward the center of the connector mounting plate between the first inclined surface and the mounting plate plane; the second snap-fit ​​part has a second inclined surface that facilitates sliding into the mounting port of the mounting plate, and a second engaging part that is recessed toward the center of the connector mounting plate between the second inclined surface and the mounting plate plane.

[0014] As described above, in the connector structure of an air conditioner exhaust pipe, the second snap-fit ​​part has an elastic deformation structure, which includes an initial extension section w, a turning extension section x, an inclined extension section y, and a handle extension section z, wherein the handle extension section z is a release handle.

[0015] An air conditioner includes a connector structure for the air conditioner exhaust pipe.

[0016] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0017] 1. The connector structure of this utility model has a duct connector and a connector clamp installed on the duct panel. The connector mounting port of the duct panel restricts the radial installation position of the duct connector, and the connector clamp is inserted into the clamp mounting port to restrict the axial installation position of the duct connector. This ensures a stable installation position of the duct connector in different directions, preventing the duct connector from easily loosening or falling off, thus enhancing connection stability. Furthermore, users can directly remove the connector clamp to easily remove the duct connector for maintenance or replacement inside the air conditioner without additional disassembly tools or accessories, simplifying disassembly and installation steps, improving disassembly and installation efficiency, reducing the difficulty of use, and restricting the axial installation position of the duct connector helps ensure the airtightness of the connection, reducing leakage, seepage, or air leakage problems such as exhaust pipe detachment, making it convenient for users. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the connector structure of an air conditioner exhaust pipe according to the present invention.

[0019] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional exploded view (back view) of the connector structure of an air conditioner exhaust pipe of this utility model.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional exploded view (front view) of the connector structure of an air conditioner exhaust pipe of this utility model.

[0021] Figure 4 This is a front view (back view) of the connector structure of an air conditioner exhaust pipe of this utility model.

[0022] Figure 5 for Figure 4 AA partial section view.

[0023] Figure 6 for Figure 4 A partial sectional view of BB.

[0024] Figure 7 for Figure 4 A partial sectional view of CC.

[0025] Figure 8 for Figure 4 DD section view. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The embodiments of this utility model will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0027] Example 1:

[0028] like Figures 1 to 8 The diagram shows a connector structure for an air conditioning exhaust duct, including a duct panel 3 on which a duct connector 1 and a connector clamp 2 are installed. The duct panel 3 has a connector mounting port 31 for limiting the radial positioning of the duct connector 1. The connector clamp 2 is detachably installed on the clamp mounting port 32 of the duct panel 3 to limit the axial positioning of the duct connector 1 in the connector mounting port 31.

[0029] Specifically, in this embodiment, the duct connector 1 is a pipe connection structure installed on the duct panel 3 for connecting to the exhaust pipe. The duct connector 1 adopts a hollow columnar structure with a hollow through exhaust channel 11. The limiting outer ring 12 of the duct connector 1 extends from the exhaust channel 11 toward the center of the channel and protrudes toward the mounting end n to form a limiting inner ring 13. The limiting outer ring 12 has a mounting end n for contacting the duct panel 3 and a connecting end m for connecting to the exhaust pipe. The limiting inner ring 13 extends toward the direction away from the center of the channel to form a limiting support plate 131 for limiting the installation position of the duct connector 1.

[0030] Specifically, in this embodiment, the connector plate 2 has a first latching part 21 and a second latching part 22 on its plate plane 25 for contacting the duct panel 3. The first latching part 21 and the second latching part 22 are located at both ends of the connector plate 2 in the length direction. One of the first latching part 21 and the second latching part 22 is a fixed latch, and the other of the first latching part 21 and the second latching part 22 is an elastic latch. In this embodiment, the first latching part 21 is preferably used as a fixed latch and the second latching part 22 is preferably used as an elastic latch.

[0031] Specifically, in this embodiment, the duct panel 3 is an outer shell panel for installation on the outside of the air conditioner. The duct panel 3 has a connector mounting port 31 for installing the duct connector 1 and a mounting plate mounting port 32 for installing the connector mounting plate 2. The connector mounting port 31 and the mounting plate mounting port 32 are connected by a connection process port 33. The opening contour of the mounting plate mounting port 32 matches the outer contour of the connector mounting plate 2. The duct panel 3 has an outer panel surface u facing the outside of the air conditioner and an inner panel surface v facing the inside of the air conditioner. The duct connector 1 is installed on the outer panel surface u.

[0032] The working principle and implementation method of this embodiment:

[0033] In use, first extend the limiting inner ring 13 of the duct connector 1 from the outer plate surface u into the connector mounting port 31, so that the first support plate 1311 passes through the connector mounting port 31 and the second support plate 1312 passes through the connection process port 33, until the limiting outer ring 12 contacts the outer plate surface u and stops. The connector mounting port 31 restricts the radial movement position and installation position of the duct connector 1, and the duct connector 1 cannot be radially loosened.

[0034] Next, the connector clamp 2 is installed in the clamp mounting opening 32. The second snapping part 22 is elastically deformed toward the center of the connector clamp 2 so that the connector clamp 2 can be smoothly installed into the clamp mounting opening 32. The first snapping part 21 and the second snapping part 22 are respectively fastened to the duct panel 3. The connector clamp 2 presses the duct connector 1 firmly against the outer plate surface u of the duct panel 3. The clamp mounting opening 32 restricts the axial movement position and installation position of the duct connector 1, and the duct connector 1 cannot be axially loosened.

[0035] Finally, install the exhaust pipe onto the threaded structure 121 of the duct connector 1 to complete the installation of the exhaust pipe outlet.

[0036] When disassembly is required, the user can manually loosen the connector clip 2 to remove the duct connector 1, or disassemble the exhaust pipe from the threaded structure 121 to complete the disassembly of the exhaust pipe outlet.

[0037] Furthermore, in some optional embodiments, the diameter a of the limiting outer ring 12 is greater than the diameter b of the limiting inner ring 13. The contact plane f of the limiting outer ring 12 for contacting the duct panel 3 is located between the extension starting end g and the extension protruding end h of the limiting inner ring 13. The extension starting end g is located between the mounting end n and the connecting end m. The diameter a of the limiting outer ring 12 is greater than the diameter e of the connector mounting port 31, and the diameter b of the limiting inner ring 13 is smaller than the diameter e of the connector mounting port 31.

[0038] Furthermore, in some optional embodiments, the maximum outer diameter c of the limiting support plate 131 is greater than the diameter e of the connector mounting port 31. The limiting support plate 131 is located near the outer side of the limiting inner ring 13. The limiting support plate 131 includes at least a first support plate 1311 and a second support plate 1312 for limiting the duct connector 1 from dislodging. One of the first support plate 1311 and the second support plate 1312 is located near the clamping plate mounting port 32 of the limiting inner ring 13, and the other of the first support plate 1311 and the second support plate 1312 is located away from the clamping plate mounting port 32 of the limiting inner ring 13. The connecting diameter j of the connection process port 33 of the duct panel 3 is greater than the maximum length k of the limiting support plate 131.

[0039] Furthermore, in some optional embodiments, the inner sidewall of the limiting outer ring 12 has a threaded structure 121 for connecting the exhaust pipe port. The threaded structure 121 adopts a segmented structure and is symmetrically arranged at the center of the limiting outer ring 12 between the mounting end n and the connecting end m of the limiting outer ring 12.

[0040] Furthermore, in some optional embodiments, the first support plate 1311 and the second support plate 1312 are symmetrically arranged on the limiting inner ring 13 with respect to the center of the exhaust channel 11, and the first support plate 1311 and the second support plate 1312 extend out in a fan-shaped structure in a direction away from the center of the limiting inner ring 13.

[0041] Furthermore, in some alternative embodiments, the limiting inner ring 13 has a protective diversion net 14 for preventing the user's limbs from passing through. The protective diversion net 14 has several through protective diversion ports 141. The several protective diversion ports 141 can form a barrier structure for gas flow. The barrier structure can prevent the user's limbs from accidentally passing through the exhaust channel 11 and extending into the air conditioner.

[0042] Furthermore, in some optional embodiments, a plurality of protective diversion ports 141 are arranged at intervals around the central circumference of the exhaust channel 11, and are arranged in layers with different diameter ring structures from the inside out, forming a barrier structure that has the functions of blocking, diverting and aesthetics. Specifically, in this embodiment, each ring structure consists of a plurality of protective diversion ports 141 evenly spaced around the circumference. The ring structures are arranged sequentially from the inside out as a first ring, a second ring, a third ring, a fourth ring, and a fifth ring. The first ring has four equally divided protective diversion ports 141, the second and third rings each have eight equally divided protective diversion ports 141, and the fourth and fifth rings each have sixteen equally divided protective diversion ports 141. This helps to distribute the exhaust air evenly, avoids concentrated exhaust air affecting the force, and can also prevent unintentional insertion of limbs by others, thus improving safety.

[0043] Furthermore, in some alternative embodiments, the threaded structure 121 of the limiting outer ring 12 is located between the protective diversion mesh 14 and the connecting end m, which facilitates detachable connection.

[0044] Furthermore, in some optional embodiments, the opening profile of the mounting port 32 adopts an arc-shaped round-headed groove structure, and the outer profile of the connector plate 2 adopts an arc-shaped round-headed long plate structure to adapt to the use of the duct connector 1 as a cylindrical structure.

[0045] Furthermore, in some optional embodiments, the outer contour of the connector plate 2 adopts an arc-shaped round-headed long plate structure. The arc-shaped round-headed long plate structure has rounded corners on both sides of the connector plate 2 along its length. The long plate structure is arc-shaped and curved. More specifically, the arc bending radius of the connector plate 2 is the same as the arc bending radius of the plate mounting opening 32. The central arc length of the arc-shaped round-headed groove structure of the plate mounting opening 32 is greater than the central arc length of the arc-shaped round-headed long plate structure of the connector plate 2. This avoids excessive corners and edges affecting user use and is suitable for the use of duct connector 1 with a cylindrical structure.

[0046] Furthermore, in some alternative embodiments, the first latching part 21 has a first inclined surface 211 that facilitates sliding into the mounting opening 32 of the mounting plate. The first inclined surface 211 is inclined from the protruding end of the first latching part 21 toward the outer edge of the connector mounting plate 2 along the length direction of the connector mounting plate 2, and is inclined from the center of the connector mounting plate 2 toward the first latching part 21. The first inclined surface 211 and the mounting plate plane 25 have a first fastening part 212 that is recessed toward the center of the connector mounting plate 2, which facilitates smoother installation.

[0047] Furthermore, in some alternative embodiments, the second latching part 22 has a second inclined surface 222 that facilitates sliding into the mounting opening 32 of the connector plate. The second inclined surface 222 is inclined from the protruding end of the second latching part 22 toward the outer edge of the connector plate 2 along the length direction and toward the second latching part 22 from the center of the connector plate 2. A second fastening part 223 recessed toward the center of the connector plate 2 is provided between the second inclined surface 222 and the plate plane 25, which facilitates smoother installation.

[0048] Furthermore, in some alternative embodiments, both the first inclined surface 211 and the second inclined surface 222 are curved surfaces to better fit the opening profile of the card plate mounting port 32, and can slide in more easily when the buckle is inserted.

[0049] Furthermore, in some alternative embodiments, the connector plate 2 has a first latching part 21 and a second latching part 22 on the plate plane 25 for contacting the duct panel 3, which facilitates fastening the plate mounting port 32. The second latching part 22 has a release handle 221 for unfastening.

[0050] Furthermore, in some optional embodiments, the second latching part 22 has an elastic deformation structure, which includes an initial extension section w, a turning extension section x, an inclined extension section y, and a handle extension section z. The initial extension section w extends from the surface of the connector plate 2 toward a first direction, which is perpendicular to the surface of the connector plate 2 and toward the outside. The turning extension section x bends from the initial extension section w toward a second direction, which is from the center of the connector plate 2 toward the second latching part 22. The inclined extension section y is inclined from the turning extension section x toward the second direction and toward the direction closer to the connector plate 2. The handle extension section z extends from the inclined extension section y toward a third direction, which is opposite to the first direction. The connector plate 2 has a clearance hole 24 for the handle extension section z to pass through. The handle extension section z can move elastically within the clearance hole 24. The handle extension section z is a release handle. The user can easily disassemble the latching connection of the connector plate 2 by pressing the release handle, which is convenient for replacement and disassembly.

[0051] Furthermore, in some optional embodiments, the connector plate 2 has a raised pad 23 near the duct connector 1 to limit the installation position of the limiting support plate 131. The raised height s of the raised pad 23 is greater than the thickness t of the mounting plate 34 of the duct panel 3. The raised pad 23 can extend into and abut against the limiting support plate 131 of the duct connector 1 to enhance the fit stability and installation sealing.

[0052] Example 2:

[0053] An air conditioner includes a connector structure for an air conditioner exhaust duct as described in any of the above embodiments, wherein the air conditioner can be a wall-mounted air conditioner, a floor-standing air conditioner, or a portable air conditioner, and the duct panel 3 is one of the outer shell panels of the air conditioner.

[0054] The above examples are merely illustrative of the technical content of this utility model to facilitate reader understanding, but do not imply that the implementation of this utility model is limited to these embodiments. Any technical extensions or re-creations made based on this utility model are protected by this utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the claims.

Claims

1. A connector structure for an air conditioner exhaust pipe, characterized in that: The air pipe panel (3) is provided with an air pipe joint (1) and a joint clamping plate (2), the air pipe panel (3) is provided with a joint mounting hole (31) for limiting the radial positioning of the air pipe joint (1), and the joint clamping plate (2) is detachably mounted on the clamping plate mounting hole (32) of the air pipe panel (3) to limit the axial positioning of the air pipe joint (1) in the joint mounting hole (31).

2. The joint structure for an air conditioner exhaust nozzle according to claim 1, characterized in that: The air pipe joint (1) is provided with a hollow through exhaust passage (11), a limiting outer ring (12) of the air pipe joint (1) extends a limiting inner ring (13) towards the center of the exhaust passage (11), the limiting outer ring (12) is respectively provided with an installation end n for contacting the air pipe panel (3) and a connection end m for connecting an exhaust pipe opening, and a contact plane f for positioning of the limiting outer ring (12) is located between an extension starting end g and an extension protruding end h of the limiting inner ring (13).

3. The joint structure for an air conditioner exhaust nozzle according to claim 2, characterized in that: The limiting inner ring (13) extends a limiting support plate (131) for limiting the installation position of the air pipe joint (1) away from the position of the center of the exhaust passage (11) to the outside, the maximum outer diameter c of the limiting support plate (131) is greater than the caliber e of the joint mounting hole (31), and the limiting inner ring (13) is provided with at least two limiting support plates (131) arranged separately.

4. The joint structure for an air conditioner exhaust nozzle according to claim 3, characterized in that: The limiting support plate (131) at least includes a first support plate (1311) and a second support plate (1312) for limiting the disengagement of the air pipe joint (1), one of the first support plate (1311) and the second support plate (1312) is located at a position of the limiting inner ring (13) close to the clamping plate mounting hole (32), the other of the first support plate (1311) and the second support plate (1312) is located at a position of the limiting inner ring (13) away from the clamping plate mounting hole (32), the air pipe panel (3) is provided with a connection process hole (33) through which the limiting support plate (131) passes, the connection process hole (33) is located at the, and the communication caliber j of the connection process hole (33) is greater than the maximum length k of the limiting support plate (131).

5. The joint structure for an air conditioner exhaust nozzle according to claim 3, characterized in that: The joint clamping plate (2) is provided with a raised pad (23) for limiting the installation position of the limiting support plate (131) at a position close to the air pipe joint (1), and the raised height s of the raised pad (23) is greater than the thickness t of the installation plate body (34) of the air pipe panel (3).

6. The joint structure for an air conditioner exhaust nozzle according to claim 2, characterized in that: The limiting inner ring (13) is provided with a protective shunt net (14) for blocking the limbs of a user from passing through the exhaust passage (11), the protective shunt net (14) is provided with a plurality of through protective shunt holes (141), and the plurality of protective shunt holes (141) can form a blocking net structure for gas flow.

7. The joint structure of the air conditioner exhaust nozzle according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: The clamping plate plane (25) of the joint clamping plate (2) for contacting the air pipe panel (3) is respectively provided with a first clamping portion (21) and a second clamping portion (22) for facilitating the clamping of the clamping plate mounting hole (32), and the second clamping portion (22) is provided with a loose handle (221) for unclamping.

8. The joint structure for an air conditioner exhaust nozzle according to claim 7, characterized in that: The first clasp part (21) has a first inclined surface (211) facilitating sliding into the clamping plate installation opening (32), and the first inclined surface (211) and the clamping plate plane (25) have a first clasp part (212) recessed towards the center of the joint clamping plate (2); The second clasp part (22) has a second inclined surface (222) facilitating sliding into the clamping plate installation opening (32), and the second inclined surface (222) and the clamping plate plane (25) have a second clasp part (223) recessed towards the center of the joint clamping plate (2).

9. The joint structure for an air conditioner exhaust nozzle according to claim 8, characterized in that: The second clasp part (22) has an elastic deformation structure, which includes a starting extension segment w, a turning extension segment x, an inclined extension segment y, and a handle extension segment z, and the handle extension segment z is a loose clasp handle (221).

10. An air conditioner characterized by comprising: A joint structure of an air conditioner exhaust pipe opening, comprising a joint clamping plate (1) and a clamping plate (2) as claimed in any one of claims 1-9.

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