Face frame and air conditioner with same

Abstract

The face frame comprises a frame body, a through clamping hole is formed in the frame body, the clamping hole is used for being connected with a panel of the air conditioner in a clamped mode, the inner wall of the clamping hole is connected with a shielding wall, the shielding wall is located at the end, facing the inner side of the frame body, of the clamping hole, and the end, deviating from the inner wall of the clamping hole, of the shielding wall extends towards the interior of the clamping hole. According to the face frame, the shielding wall is connected to the inner wall of the clamping hole, the shielding wall is located at the end, facing the inner side of the frame body, of the clamping hole, and the end, deviating from the inner wall of the clamping hole, of the shielding wall extends towards the interior of the clamping hole, so that part of the clamping hole is shielded on the premise that clamping of the panel is not affected, and the area of the area completely penetrated by the clamping hole can be reduced; the situation that fingers of a user stretch into the clamping holes to make contact with wire bodies or electric devices on the inner side of the face frame, and the electric shock risk occurs is avoided, and therefore the face frame of the air conditioner meets the overseas global future upgrading safety standard.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of air handling equipment technology, and in particular to a faceplate and an air conditioner having therein. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, the faceplate has clip holes for connecting with the panel. However, the existing clip holes do not meet the requirements for future upgrades to global safety technology standards and pose a safety hazard. 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 face frame that can reduce the area of ​​the region where the card hole can be completely penetrated.

[0004] This utility model proposes an air conditioner, which includes the aforementioned face frame.

[0005] According to an embodiment of the present utility model, a face frame is used for an air conditioner and includes: a frame body having a through-hole for engaging with the panel of the air conditioner; a shielding wall is connected to the inner wall of the through-hole; the shielding wall is located at one end of the through-hole facing the inner side of the frame body, and the end of the shielding wall facing away from the inner wall of the through-hole extends toward the inside of the through-hole.

[0006] According to the embodiment of this utility model, the face frame is equipped with a shielding wall connected to the inner wall of the card hole. The shielding wall is located at one end of the card hole facing the inner side of the frame, and the other end of the shielding wall facing away from the inner wall of the card hole extends towards the inside of the card hole. Without affecting the panel snap-fit, a portion of the card hole is shielded, which can reduce the area of ​​the card hole that is completely penetrated. This prevents users from inserting their fingers into the card hole and coming into contact with the wires or electrical components on the inner side of the face frame, thus avoiding the risk of electric shock. As a result, the face frame of the air conditioner meets the safety standards for future global upgrades.

[0007] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the card hole has a first wall and a second wall facing each other, the shielding wall is connected to the end of the first wall facing the inner side of the frame, and the second wall has a spring-loaded cantilever that engages with the panel snap fastener.

[0008] In some embodiments of this utility model, the end of the second wall facing the inner side of the frame has an extension rib extending toward the inner side of the frame; and / or, the end of the shielding wall away from the inner wall of the card hole has a flange extending toward the inner side of the frame.

[0009] In some embodiments of this utility model, the end of the flange facing the inner side of the frame and the end of the extension rib facing the inner side of the frame are flush.

[0010] In some embodiments of this utility model, the distance between the flange and the extension rib remains unchanged along the depth direction of the card hole.

[0011] In some embodiments of this utility model, the extension rib is connected to the fixed end of the spring-loaded cantilever and is located on the extension line of the spring-loaded cantilever.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the free end of the shielding wall is inclined toward the inner side of the frame relative to the fixed end.

[0013] According to some embodiments of this utility model, the card hole is one or multiple holes spaced apart along the length of the frame.

[0014] According to some embodiments of this utility model, the frame is a single piece.

[0015] An air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present utility model includes the aforementioned front frame; a panel, wherein a buckle is provided on the panel, and the buckle engages with the buckle hole.

[0016] According to the embodiment of the present invention, the air conditioner, by setting the above-mentioned face frame, connects a shielding wall to the inner wall of the card hole. The shielding wall is located at one end of the card hole facing the inner side of the frame, and the other end of the shielding wall facing away from the inner wall of the card hole extends towards the inside of the card hole. Without affecting the panel snap-fit, it shields part of the card hole, which can reduce the area of ​​the card hole that is completely penetrated, and prevent the user's fingers from being inserted into the card hole and coming into contact with the wires or electrical components on the inner side of the face frame, thus avoiding the risk of electric shock. This allows the face frame of the air conditioner to meet the safety standards for future global upgrades.

[0017] 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

[0018] The above and / 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:

[0019] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the face frame according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a bottom view of the face frame according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 yes Figure 2 Sectional view of the middle BB line;

[0023] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 Enlarged view of point C in the middle;

[0024] Figure 6 This is a diagram of the first state when a finger is inserted into the card slot;

[0025] Figure 7 This is the second state diagram of a finger inserted into the card slot;

[0026] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the card holes and lines of the face frame according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0027] Figure label:

[0028] 100. Faceplate;

[0029] 1. Frame; 11. Clip hole; 12. First wall surface; 13. Second wall surface; 14. Shelter wall; 15. Spring-loaded cantilever arm; 16. Extension rib; 17. Flanged edge; 18. Electrical control area;

[0030] 200. Line body;

[0031] 300. Fingers. Detailed Implementation

[0032] 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.

[0033] 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," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this utility model 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 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.

[0034] 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.

[0035] The face frame 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention is described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0036] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the face frame 100 is used in an air conditioner, and the air conditioner also includes a panel, which is disposed on the front side of the face frame 100 and connected to the face frame 100. For example... Figure 1 As shown, the face frame 100 includes a frame 1.

[0037] Specifically, such as Figures 1-5 As shown, the frame 1 has a through-hole 11 for engaging with the air conditioner's panel. The panel has a buckle that engages with the through-hole 11, ensuring a tight fit between the panel and the front of the frame 100. This panel design ensures a neat and aesthetically pleasing appearance on the front of the air conditioner while also providing dust protection for the frame 100 and its inner structure. Furthermore, the snap-fit ​​connection between the panel and the frame 100 allows for easy closure of the panel and facilitates cleaning and after-sales maintenance.

[0038] like Figure 2 and Figure 5 As shown, a shielding wall 14 is connected to the inner wall of the card hole 11. The shielding wall 14 is located at the end of the card hole 11 facing the inside of the frame 1, and the end of the shielding wall 14 facing away from the inner wall of the card hole 11 extends into the card hole 11. The shielding wall 14 can shield part of the card hole 11 without affecting the buckle on the panel from entering the card hole 11 for snap-fit ​​connection. When the shielding wall 14 shields part of the card hole 11, it can reduce the area of ​​the card hole 11 that is completely penetrated, avoiding the risk of electric shock caused by the user's finger 300 entering the card hole 11 and coming into contact with the wire 200 inside the frame 100. This ensures that the air conditioner frame 100 meets the safety standards for future global upgrades.

[0039] The inner side of the frame 1 is the side of the frame 1 facing the inside of the air conditioner, or the side of the outer frame 1 facing away from the panel.

[0040] According to the embodiment of the present utility model, the face frame 100 has a shielding wall 14 connected to the inner wall of the card hole 11. The shielding wall 14 is located at the end of the card hole 11 facing the inside of the frame 1, and the end of the shielding wall 14 away from the inner wall of the card hole 11 extends into the card hole 11. Without affecting the panel snapping, a part of the card hole 11 is shielded, which can reduce the area of ​​the card hole 11 that is completely penetrated. This prevents the user's finger 300 from being inserted into the card hole 11 and coming into contact with the wire 200 or electrical components inside the face frame 100, thus avoiding the risk of electric shock. As a result, the face frame 100 of the air conditioner meets the safety standards for future global upgrades.

[0041] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 5 As shown, the latch 11 has a first wall 12 and a second wall 13 facing each other. A blocking wall 14 is connected to the end of the first wall 12 facing the inside of the frame 1. The second wall 13 has a spring-loaded cantilever 15 that engages with the panel latch. The first wall 12 serves as a limiting element. The end of the spring-loaded cantilever 15 facing the inside of the frame 1 is connected to the second wall 13, and the end of the spring-loaded cantilever 15 facing the outside of the frame 1 is a free end. The latch on the panel is adapted to be located between the first wall 12 and the spring-loaded cantilever 15. When the buckle on the panel is inserted into the buckle hole 11, the spring buckle arm 15 deforms in the direction away from the first wall surface 12. After the buckle is inserted into place, the spring buckle arm 15 returns to its initial position and engages with the buckle on the panel to fix the panel. When the buckle on the panel is disengaged from the buckle hole 11, the spring buckle arm 15 deforms in the direction away from the first wall surface 12. After the buckle is completely disengaged, the spring buckle arm 15 returns to its initial position to separate the panel from the face frame 100. The first wall surface 12 and the spring buckle arm 15 ensure the panel's normal opening and closing function and limiting function.

[0042] The first wall 12 is fixedly installed relative to the frame 1, and the shielding wall 14 is connected to the first wall 12. This can improve the deformation resistance of the shielding wall 14 and the shielding ability of the shielding wall 14 to block the penetration area of ​​the card hole 11, thus preventing the user's finger 300 from being inserted into the card hole 11 and coming into contact with the wire 200 on the inner side of the face frame 100, which could lead to electric shock risk. This ensures that the face frame 100 of the air conditioner meets the safety standards for future global upgrades.

[0043] It should be noted that the faceplate 100 can be injection molded. The faceplate 100 is specifically designed with features such as the locking hole 11 and the shielding wall 14 to meet the requirements of mold manufacturing. At the same time, the elasticity and locking force of the spring buckle cantilever 15 meet the user's needs, reduce the penetration area of ​​the locking hole 11, and meet more stringent safety standards.

[0044] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 5As shown, the end of the second wall 13 facing the inside of the frame 1 has an extension rib 16 extending towards the inside of the frame 1. This can prevent the expansion of the penetration area of ​​the snap-lock arm 11 due to deformation of the snap-lock arm 15 itself during safety testing, while ensuring the elastic deformation capability of the snap-lock arm 15. At the same time, it enhances the friction of the test tool passing through the penetration area and the strength of the snap-lock arm 15, which is beneficial to the safety protection of electrical components.

[0045] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 5 As shown, the end of the shielding wall 14 facing away from the inner wall of the card hole 11 has a flange 17 extending toward the inner side of the frame 1. The flange 17 can enhance the structural strength of the shielding wall 14, improve the shielding wall 14's resistance to deformation, and improve the shielding wall 14's ability to block the penetration area of ​​the card hole 11.

[0046] When the shielding wall 14 has a flange 17 extending toward the inside of the frame 1 at one end facing away from the inner wall of the card hole 11 and / or the second wall 13 has an extension rib 16 extending toward the inside of the frame 1 at one end facing the inside of the frame 1, the friction force of the finger 300 passing through this area is increased, and the part of the finger 300 that passes through is protected. At the same time, based on the characteristics of the thread 200, the thread 200 has a certain degree of rigidity and natural bending ability. The flange 17 and the extension rib 16 can prevent the thread 200 from sliding into the buckle and reduce the risk of the thread 200 touching the buckle.

[0047] Furthermore, such as Figure 5 As shown, the end of the flange 17 facing the inside of the frame 1 is flush with the end of the extension rib 16 facing the inside of the frame 1. This simplifies the structure of the frame 1, ensures the structural strength of the shielding wall 14 and the spring-loaded cantilever arm 15, and better protects the user's fingers 300, reducing the risk of the cable 200 touching the wire.

[0048] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 5 As shown, the distance between the flange 17 and the extension rib 16 remains constant along the depth direction of the hole 11. This simplifies the structure and processing technology of the frame 1 and improves production efficiency. Of course, this utility model is not limited to this. Under the premise of ensuring that the mold processing requirements are met, the distance between the flange 17 and the extension rib 16 can be gradually reduced along the depth direction of the hole 11 and in the direction towards the inside of the frame 1, further improving the protective ability of the flange 17 and the extension rib 16 for the finger 300.

[0049] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 5As shown, the extension rib 16 is connected to the fixed end of the snap-lock arm 15 and is located on the extension line of the snap-lock arm 15. This not only greatly enhances the structural strength of the snap-lock arm 15 and ensures the reliability of the engagement between the face frame 100 and the panel, but also improves the protection of the fingers 300.

[0050] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 5 As shown, the free end of the shielding wall 14 is inclined towards the inside of the frame 1 relative to the fixed end. This not only facilitates the injection molding of the shielding wall 14, but also improves the connection reliability between the shielding wall 14 and the first wall surface 12, enhances the deformation capacity of the shielding wall 14, and prevents the shielding wall 14 from breaking after being pressed by the user's finger 300.

[0051] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 1 As shown, the locking holes 11 can be one or multiple holes spaced apart along the length of the frame 1. This allows for a secure and reliable fixation of the panel and frame 100, while also providing better protection for the user, enabling the air conditioner to meet future global safety standards.

[0052] In some embodiments of this utility model, the frame 1 is a single piece, thereby eliminating the assembly process of the frame 1 and improving production efficiency.

[0053] The following explanation uses the card hole 11 on the right side of the faceplate 100 as an example.

[0054] On the right side of the faceplate 100, the faceplate 100 covers the electronic control area 18, and the relevant wires 200 move within the internal space of the faceplate 100 as needed. To prevent children aged 0-36 months from inserting their fingers 300 into the locking holes 11 and touching live parts under certain force, such as... Figure 5 As shown, a shielding wall 14 is provided to reduce the free movement of a child's finger 300 through the penetration area of ​​the hole 11. At the same time, based on the basic characteristics of the thread 200, when the thread 200 passes naturally, the flange 17 and the extension rib 16 are added to prevent the edge of the thread 200 from touching the edge of the child's finger 300, thus strictly controlling the safety of the structure from multiple angles.

[0055] like Figure 6 As shown, when a child's finger 300, aged 0-36 months, is subjected to a certain force, it extends towards the penetration position of the hole 11 in the faceplate 100. Passing through the spring-loaded cantilever arm 15, due to the elastic deformation capability of the spring-loaded cantilever arm 15, it undergoes elastic deformation after being subjected to force, causing the finger 300 to move downwards along the spring-loaded cantilever arm 15. When it encounters the blocking wall 14, it experiences significant resistance. However, because the human finger 300 is soft, it will change shape according to the hard object when compressed, thus some fingers 300 may partially pass through the edge of the blocking wall 14 due to deformation under force. Figure 7 As shown. At this point, a flange 17 and an extension rib 16 are added to the edge of the shielding wall 14 to increase the friction of the finger 300 passing through this area and to protect the portion of the finger 300 that passes through. Simultaneously, based on the characteristics of the thread 200, which possesses a certain degree of rigidity and natural bending ability, the flange 17 and extension rib 16 can prevent the thread 200 from sliding into the buckle, thus reducing the risk of the thread 200 touching the buckle. Figure 8 As shown.

[0056] In addition, by adjusting the ejection angle, the above requirements are met, and the feasibility of mold ejection in production is also satisfied, ensuring normal product production.

[0057] The following describes an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0058] The air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention includes the aforementioned frame 100 and panel. The panel is provided with a buckle, which engages with a latching hole 11.

[0059] Specifically, the panel is equipped with clips that engage with the locking holes 11, allowing the panel to fit snugly against the front of the frame 100. This panel design ensures a neat and aesthetically pleasing appearance on the front of the air conditioner, while also providing dust protection for the frame 100 and its inner structure. Furthermore, the snap-fit ​​connection between the panel and the frame 100 allows for easy closure of the panel and facilitates easy cleaning and after-sales maintenance.

[0060] According to the embodiment of the present invention, the air conditioner, by setting the above-mentioned face frame 100, connects a shielding wall 14 to the inner wall of the card hole 11. The shielding wall 14 is located at one end of the card hole 11 facing the inside of the frame 1, and the other end of the shielding wall 14 away from the inner wall of the card hole 11 extends towards the inside of the card hole 11. Without affecting the panel snapping, it shields part of the card hole 11, which can reduce the area of ​​the card hole 11 that is completely penetrated, and prevent the user's finger 300 from being inserted into the card hole 11 and coming into contact with the wire 200 or electrical components inside the face frame 100, thus avoiding the risk of electric shock. This makes the face frame 100 of the air conditioner meet the safety standards for future global upgrades.

[0061] Other components and operations of the air conditioner according to the embodiments of the present invention are known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here.

[0062] 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.

[0063] 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 faceplate, characterized in that, For use in air conditioners and including: The frame has a through-hole for engaging with the panel of the air conditioner. A shielding wall is connected to the inner wall of the through-hole. The shielding wall is located at the end of the through-hole facing the inner side of the frame, and the end of the shielding wall facing away from the inner wall of the through-hole extends toward the inside of the through-hole.

2. The faceplate according to claim 1, characterized in that, The card hole has a first wall and a second wall facing each other. The shielding wall is connected to the end of the first wall facing the inner side of the frame. The second wall has a spring-loaded cantilever that engages with the panel buckle.

3. The faceplate according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second wall has an extension rib extending toward the inner side of the frame at one end; And / or, the end of the shielding wall opposite to the inner wall of the card hole has a flange extending toward the inner side of the frame.

4. The faceplate according to claim 3, characterized in that, The end of the flange facing the inner side of the frame is flush with the end of the extension rib facing the inner side of the frame.

5. The faceplate according to claim 3, characterized in that, The distance between the flange and the extension rib remains constant along the depth direction of the hole.

6. The faceplate according to claim 3, characterized in that, The extension rib is connected to the fixed end of the spring-loaded cantilever and is located on the extension line of the spring-loaded cantilever.

7. The faceplate according to claim 1, characterized in that, The free end of the shielding wall is inclined toward the inner side of the frame relative to the fixed end.

8. The faceplate according to claim 1, characterized in that, The card slot may be one or multiple slots spaced apart along the length of the frame.

9. The faceplate according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame is a single piece.

10. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: Face frame according to any one of claims 1-9; The panel has a buckle that engages with the buckle hole.

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