Panel component and air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model discloses a panel part and an air conditioner, the panel part comprises a shielding panel, the shielding panel comprises a panel piece and a decorative piece, and two sides of the panel piece in the thickness direction are respectively a surface side and a back side; the decorating part is arranged on the back side of the panel part and forms at least part of the appearance side face of the shielding panel, and the decorating part is connected with the panel part in an assembled mode. According to the panel component, the decorating part is independently used as a part, the machining difficulty of the panel support is reduced, then the decorating part and the panel part are assembled and connected, at least part of the outer side face of the decorating part forms the appearance side face of the panel component, and therefore the panel part and the decorating part form the overall appearance of the panel component. Therefore, when the panel component and the panel support are assembled, appearance damage caused by relative movement friction, collision and the like of components forming the appearance is avoided.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to air conditioning technology field especially is related to a panel component and air conditioner. BACKGROUND

[0002] In the related art, in order to the appearance and the sealing of air conditioner, the decorative piece is arranged at the combination of panel and panel support, the mainstream method is that the decorative piece is integrally formed with panel support, then the panel is fixed and installed on the panel support by screw, this method not only easily causes the damage of appearance surface, but also increases the processing difficulty of panel support. UTILITY MODEL CONTENT

[0003] The utility model discloses at least one of the technical problems in the prior art is solved, for this, the utility model provides a panel component, the panel component can reduce the appearance surface damage of panel component when installing, reduce the processing difficulty of panel component.

[0004] The utility model further provides an air conditioner with the panel component.

[0005] According to the panel component of the utility model first aspect embodiment, the panel component includes the shelter panel, the shelter panel includes panel piece and decorative piece, and the thickness direction of panel piece two sides are face side and back side respectively, the decorative piece is located at the back side of panel piece, and constitutes at least part of the appearance side of shelter panel, and the decorative piece is assembled with panel piece.

[0006] According to the panel component of the utility model embodiment, by being separately as a part to the decorative piece, the processing difficulty of panel support is reduced, and then the decorative piece is assembled with panel piece, and at least part of the outside of decorative piece constitutes the appearance side of panel component, so that panel piece and decorative piece constitute the overall appearance of panel component, so that when panel component and panel support are assembled, the appearance is not damaged because of the relative motion friction, knock of the component constituting the appearance.

[0007] In some embodiments, the panel piece includes a panel part and a frame part, the frame part is protruded on the back side of the panel part, the decorative piece is located on the back side of the panel part and shields at least part of the circumferential side of the frame part, and the decorative piece is assembled with the frame part.

[0008] In some embodiments, the frame part includes a side frame extending in the up-down direction, the side frame is two and is arranged in the left-right direction, and the side of the two side frames away from each other in the left-right direction is the outside of the side frame, the decorative piece includes a side decorative strip extending in the up-down direction, the side decorative strip is two and is correspondingly arranged around the outside of the two side frames, and the side decorative strip is assembled with the side frame.

[0009] In some embodiments, the side frame has a first insertion structure and the side decorative strip has a second insertion structure. The first insertion structure and the second insertion structure are inserted and engaged in the vertical direction to restrict the relative movement of the side frame and the side decorative strip in the horizontal direction.

[0010] In some embodiments, the side frame includes a first frame and a first flange. The first frame extends vertically and protrudes from the panel portion toward the back side. The side edge of the first frame relative to the corresponding side of the panel portion is offset toward the center of the panel portion. The first flange is spaced apart on the back side of the panel portion and extends from the first frame toward the outside of the first frame. The first plug-in structure extends from the first flange toward the panel portion and is spaced apart from the first frame to form a vertically extending slot between the first frame and the first plug-in structure. The side decorative strip includes a first decorative strip extending vertically. The first decorative strip extends vertically. The second plug-in structure protrudes from the inside of the first decorative strip and is spaced apart from the first decorative strip to form a vertically extending clearance groove between the first decorative strip and the second plug-in structure. The first decorative strip is located outside the first frame. The second plug-in structure is inserted vertically into the slot, and the first plug-in structure is received vertically in the clearance groove.

[0011] In some embodiments, the side decorative strip includes a first decorative strip that extends in a vertical direction and surrounds the outer side of the side frame on the corresponding side. The first decorative strip is offset toward the center of the panel relative to the side edge of the corresponding side of the panel. The first decorative strip includes inclined segments and straight segments connected sequentially along a direction from the front side to the back side. The inclined segments extend obliquely toward the side edge of the corresponding side of the panel in a direction from the back side to the front side.

[0012] In some embodiments, the border portion includes a lower border extending in a left-right direction, the lower border being connected between the lower ends of the two side borders; the decorative element includes a lower decorative strip extending in a left-right direction, the lower decorative strip surrounding the lower side of the lower border, the lower decorative strip being fitted and connected to the lower border.

[0013] In some embodiments, the lower frame has a first snap-fit ​​structure, and the lower decorative strip has a second snap-fit ​​structure. The second snap-fit ​​structure engages with the first snap-fit ​​structure by the upward movement of the decorative member relative to the panel member, thereby restricting the relative movement of the lower frame and the lower decorative strip in the vertical direction.

[0014] In some embodiments, the side frame has a first insertion structure and the side decorative strip has a second insertion structure. The first insertion structure helps to define a slot with an open bottom. The second insertion structure is inserted into the slot by the upward movement of the decorative member relative to the panel member, thereby limiting the relative movement of the side frame and the side decorative strip in the left-right direction.

[0015] In some embodiments, the lower frame includes a second frame and a second flange. The second frame extends in the left-right direction and protrudes from the panel portion toward the back side. The second frame is offset upward relative to the lower edge of the panel portion. The second flange is spaced apart on the back side of the panel portion and extends downward from the second frame. The first snap-fit ​​structure is formed as a snap hole that passes through the second flange in the front-back direction. The lower decorative strip includes a second decorative strip. The second decorative strip extends in the left-right direction. The second snap-fit ​​structure is formed as a buckle that extends upward from the second decorative strip. The upper end of the buckle is formed as a snap-fit ​​portion. The second decorative strip is located on the lower side of the second frame. The snap-fit ​​portion is snapped into the snap hole from top to bottom to abut against the lower frame in the vertical direction.

[0016] In some embodiments, the panel component further includes a panel body and a shielding panel, the front portion of the panel body having an air outlet and a mounting portion; the shielding panel shields the front side of the mounting portion and avoids the air outlet, the panel component is suspended in front of the mounting portion, and the decorative component extends from the panel component to the mounting portion.

[0017] In some embodiments, the panel component further includes an air vent grille, which is disposed corresponding to the air vent portion and is detachably connected to the panel body. The mounting portion includes a locking mechanism for locking the air vent grille. The shielding panel is detachably mounted to the panel body.

[0018] In some embodiments, the shielding panel is located below the air vent grille, the upper end of the shielding panel covers the front side of the lower end of the air vent grille, and the upper end of the shielding panel is limited to the lower end of the air vent grille to restrict the relative movement of the shielding panel and the air vent grille in the vertical direction; and / or, the lower end of the shielding panel is hooked to the panel component by a downwardly extending hook structure; and / or the left and right sides of the shielding panel are engaged with the panel component by a rearwardly extending snap-fit ​​structure to restrict the forward movement of the shielding panel relative to the panel component.

[0019] In some embodiments, the back side of the shielding panel has an interference portion protruding. When the locking mechanism is in a locked state of locking the air vent grille, the locking mechanism avoids the interference portion so that the shielding panel can be installed on the panel body. When the locking mechanism is in an unlocked state of releasing the air vent grille, the locking mechanism interferes with the interference portion to prevent the shielding panel from being installed on the panel body.

[0020] An air conditioner according to a second aspect of the present invention includes a rear housing component and a panel component mounted on the front side of the rear housing component, wherein the panel component is the same as the panel component according to any embodiment of the first aspect of the present invention.

[0021] The air conditioner according to the present invention improves manufacturability by providing the panel component described in the first aspect.

[0022] 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

[0023] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the shielding panel shown;

[0026] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the back side of the shielding panel shown;

[0027] Figure 4 yes Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the side of the shielding panel shown;

[0028] Figure 5 yes Figure 2 An exploded view of the obstruction panel shown;

[0029] Figure 6 yes Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the panel component shown;

[0030] Figure 7 yes Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the decorative element shown;

[0031] Figure 8 yes Figure 3 Enlarged view of point Y shown;

[0032] Figure 9 yes Figure 3 The LL cross-sectional view shown;

[0033] Figure 10 yes Figure 9 Enlarged view of point U shown;

[0034] Figure 11 yes Figure 3 Enlarged view of point M shown;

[0035] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 13 yes Figure 12 A schematic diagram of the mounting section shown;

[0037] Figure 14 This is a cross-sectional view of the unlocked state of the mounting portion according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 15 This is a cross-sectional view of the locking state of the mounting part according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0039] Figure label:

[0040] Air conditioner 1000;

[0041] Panel component 100;

[0042] Card slot 50; display panel 40; air vent grille 30;

[0043] First limiting part 301; Handle groove 302; Front plate 3021; ​​Rear plate 3022;

[0044] Panel body 10; air outlet 101; mounting part 102; carrier plate 103;

[0045] Second limiting part 1021; Locking mechanism 1022;

[0046] Front stop 10221; Rear stop 10222;

[0047] Shielding panel 20; First mating part 201; Second mating part 202; Interference part 203;

[0048] Panel component 41;

[0049] Panel part 411; Frame part 412;

[0050] Side border 4121;

[0051] First frame 41211; First flange 41212; First plug-in structure 41213; Slot D;

[0052] Bottom border 4122;

[0053] Second frame 41221; Second flange 41222; First snap-fit ​​structure 41223;

[0054] Decorative component 42;

[0055] Side trim strip 421;

[0056] First decorative strip 4211; inclined section 42111; straight section 42112;

[0057] Second plug-in structure 4212; clearance groove C;

[0058] Lower decorative strip 422;

[0059] Second decorative strip 4221; Second snap-fit ​​structure 4222; Fastening part 42221;

[0060] Rear box component 200; display component 300; chassis component 400; top cover component 500. Detailed Implementation

[0061] 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 intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0062] The following disclosure provides numerous different embodiments or examples for implementing various structures of the present invention. To simplify the disclosure, specific examples of components and arrangements are described below. These are merely examples and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or letters may be repeated in different examples. Such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various embodiments and / or arrangements discussed. In addition, examples of various specific processes and materials are provided in this invention; however, those skilled in the art will recognize the applicability of other processes and / or the use of other materials.

[0063] Hereinafter, with reference to the accompanying drawings, a panel component 100 according to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0064] See Figures 1-4 The panel component 100 includes a shielding panel 20, which includes a panel member 41 and a decorative member 42. The two sides of the panel member 41 in the thickness direction are the front side and the back side, respectively. The decorative member 42 is disposed on the back side of the panel member 41 and constitutes at least a portion of the exterior side surface of the shielding panel 20. The decorative member 42 is assembled and connected to the panel member 41.

[0065] In this article, "front side" refers to the side facing the user, such as the front side; the opposite side is "back side," which is the side away from the user, such as the back side.

[0066] In related technologies, for the sake of aesthetics and airtightness, decorative parts are set at the junction of the panel and the panel bracket in air conditioners. The mainstream practice is to mold the decorative parts and the panel bracket as one piece, and then fix the panel to the panel bracket with screws. This practice not only easily causes damage to the appearance, but also increases the processing difficulty of the panel bracket.

[0067] In the technical solution of this utility model, the decorative part 42 is treated as a separate component, which reduces the processing difficulty of the panel bracket. The panel component 41 is divided into a front side and a back side in the thickness direction. The front side usually faces the user and constitutes the appearance surface of the panel component 100. For example, the panel component 41 can be seen when viewed from the front of the shielding panel 20, while the back side faces inward or is connected to other components. The decorative part 42 is located on the back side of the panel component 41 and will not obstruct or damage the front side. Then, the decorative part 42 is assembled and connected to the panel component 41. At least part of the outer side of the decorative part 42 constitutes the appearance side of the panel component 100. For example, the decorative part 42 can be seen when viewed from the side of the shielding panel 20. Thus, the panel component 41 and the decorative part 42 constitute the overall appearance of the panel component 100. Therefore, when the panel component 100 is assembled with the panel bracket, the appearance will not be damaged due to relative movement friction, bumps, etc. of the components constituting the appearance. Furthermore, the separate manufacturing of the decorative part 42 and the panel part 41 allows them to be replaced or repaired individually, without having to replace the entire panel part 100 due to the damage of one of the parts, thus reducing maintenance costs and improving the maintainability and service life of the air conditioner 1000. Moreover, the assembly connection between the decorative part 42 and the panel part 41 also enhances the structural strength of the shielding panel 20 to a certain extent, thereby improving its durability.

[0068] In the embodiments of this utility model, the decorative part 42 and the panel part 41 are assembled and connected. The assembly and connection means that the decorative part 42 and the panel part 41 are two separate parts, which are connected together by assembly, such as screw connection, snap connection, adhesive, etc.

[0069] In the embodiments of this utility model, the decorative member 42 is disposed on the back side of the panel member 41 and constitutes at least a portion of the outer side of the panel 20, meaning that: if the decorative member 42 partially covers the outer side of the panel 20, it only constitutes a portion of the outer side of the panel 20; if the decorative member 42 completely covers the outer side of the panel 20, it constitutes the entire outer side of the panel 20.

[0070] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 2 and Figure 5 The panel member 41 includes a panel portion 411 and a frame portion 412. The frame portion 412 protrudes from the back side of the panel portion 411. The decorative member 42 is disposed on the back side of the panel portion 411 and covers at least a portion of the periphery of the frame portion 412. The decorative member 42 is assembled and connected to the frame portion 412.

[0071] In the above technical solution, the panel component 41 includes a panel portion 411 and a frame portion 412. Thus, the panel component 41 achieves functional partitioning. The panel portion 411 mainly constitutes the appearance surface of the panel component 41, while the frame portion 412 connects with other components. In this way, the shape of the panel portion 411 is not affected by assembly requirements, allowing for more design possibilities. The frame portion 412 can maximize the connection strength with components such as the decorative element 42, providing additional support or fixing points to protect the panel portion 411 from damage. Furthermore, the decorative element 42 is located on the back side of the panel portion 411, specifically, it is assembled and connected to the frame portion 412 on the back side of the panel portion 411. Since the decorative element 42 has relatively weak structural strength, the frame portion 412 also provides support for the decorative element 42 to a certain extent, reducing deformation of the decorative element 42.

[0072] In the embodiments of this utility model, the frame portion 412 protrudes from the back side of the panel portion 411, meaning that the frame portion 412 protrudes from the back side of the panel portion 411 in the direction from the front side to the back side of the panel portion 411 (the thickness direction of the panel member 41). The height and shape of the protrusion are not limited. For example, the frame portion 412 is composed of any combination of a left frame protruding from the left edge of the panel portion 411, a right frame protruding from the right edge of the panel portion 411, a lower frame 4122 protruding from the lower edge of the panel portion 411, and an upper frame protruding from the upper edge of the panel portion 411.

[0073] In embodiments of this utility model, "peripheral side" refers to the side away from the center of the panel portion 411, such as the left side of the left frame, the right side of the right frame, the lower side of the lower frame 4122, the upper side of the upper frame, etc.

[0074] In some embodiments, see Figure 5The frame portion 412 includes two side frames 4121 extending in the vertical direction. The two side frames 4121 are spaced apart in the horizontal direction. The side of the two side frames 4121 that is far apart from each other in the horizontal direction is the outer side of the side frame 4121. The decorative member 42 includes two side decorative strips 421 extending in the vertical direction. The two side decorative strips 421 are respectively arranged around the outer side of the two side frames 4121. The side decorative strips 421 are assembled and connected to the side frames 4121.

[0075] In the above technical solution, the side decorative strip 421 effectively conceals the assembly connection structure of the side frame 4121, ensuring that only the clean decorative surface is visible when viewing the product from both sides. This guarantees a consistent visual experience from both angles and greatly enhances the overall aesthetics of the product. The assembly connection between the side decorative strip 421 and the side frame 4121 not only serves a decorative purpose but also enhances the structural stability of the shielding panel 20 to a certain extent, improving its durability and service life.

[0076] In the embodiments of this utility model, there are two side decorative strips 421, which respectively surround the outer side of the two side frame 4121. The corresponding surrounding means that each side decorative strip 421 is precisely set around the outer side of a side frame 4121 without misalignment or omission, so as to ensure the continuity and consistency of the decorative effect.

[0077] In some embodiments, see Figure 5 The side frame 4121 has a first insertion structure 41213, and the side decorative strip 421 has a second insertion structure 4212. The first insertion structure 41213 and the second insertion structure 4212 are inserted and engaged in the vertical direction to restrict the relative movement of the side frame 4121 and the side decorative strip 421 in the horizontal direction. Thus, through the insertion and engagement method, the side decorative strip 421 can be quickly and accurately installed onto the side frame 4121, while ensuring a firm connection between the side decorative strip 421 and the side frame 4121. Even when subjected to external forces, it can maintain a stable assembly state and is not easy to fall off or loosen.

[0078] Furthermore, when the side trim strip 421 needs to be replaced or repaired, it can be easily disassembled simply by disengaging the plug-in connection, reducing maintenance difficulty and cost; the plug-in structure design allows the side trim strip 421 and the side frame 4121 to be designed and manufactured independently, providing more possibilities for diversified product design.

[0079] In the embodiments of this utility model, the specific forms of the first plug-in structure 41213 and the second plug-in structure 4212 are not limited. For example, the first plug-in structure 41213 and the second plug-in structure 4212 can be a limiting boss and a boss limiting groove, or a plug-in post and a slot D, or an elastic hook and an elastic buckle.

[0080] In some embodiments, see Figure 6 and Figure 8 The side frame 4121 includes a first frame 41211 and a first flange 41212. The first frame 41211 extends vertically and protrudes from the panel portion 411 toward the back side. The side edge of the first frame 41211 on the corresponding side of the panel portion 411 is offset toward the center of the panel portion 411. The first flange 41212 is spaced apart on the back side of the panel portion 411 and extends from the first frame 41211 toward the outside of the first frame 41211. The first insertion structure 41213 extends from the first flange 41212 toward the panel portion 411 and is spaced apart from the first frame 41211 to form a vertically extending slot D between the first frame 41211 and the first insertion structure 41213; see also Figure 7 The side decorative strip 421 includes a first decorative strip 4211, which extends vertically. A second insertion structure 4212 protrudes from the inner side of the first decorative strip 4211 and is spaced apart from the first decorative strip 4211 to form a vertically extending clearance groove C between the first decorative strip 4211 and the second insertion structure 4212. Figure 9 and Figure 10 The first decorative strip 4211 is located on the outside of the first frame 41211, the second plug-in structure 4212 is plugged into the slot D in the vertical direction, and the first plug-in structure 41213 is housed in the clearance slot C in the vertical direction.

[0081] In the above technical solution, the side edge of the first frame 41211 is offset towards the center relative to the side edge of the panel portion 411, providing installation space for the first decorative strip 4211 to be installed on the outer periphery of the side frame 4121; the first flange 41212 is spaced apart on the back side of the panel portion 411 and extends towards the outer side of the first frame 41211, providing a stable support for the first plug-in structure 41213 and further enhancing the stability of the entire structure.

[0082] The first insertion structure 41213 extends from the first flange 41212 toward the panel portion 411 and is spaced apart from the first frame 41211 to form a slot D. This allows the second insertion structure 4212 to be easily inserted into the slot D from the top and bottom, enabling quick assembly of the side frame 4121 and the side decorative strip 421. The second insertion structure 4212 protrudes from the inner side of the first decorative strip 4211 and is spaced apart from the first decorative strip 4211 to form a clearance groove C. This not only provides sufficient insertion space for the first insertion structure 41213 but also ensures that the first insertion structure 41213 is securely housed in the clearance groove C after insertion, preventing it from falling off or loosening. Thus, the first insertion structure 41213 and the second insertion structure 4212 form a firm connection, restricting the relative movement of the side frame 4121 and the side decorative strip 421 in the left and right directions.

[0083] In some embodiments, see Figure 7 The side decorative strip 421 includes a first decorative strip 4211, which extends in the vertical direction and surrounds the outer side of the corresponding side frame 4121. The first decorative strip 4211 is offset from the side edge of the corresponding side of the panel portion 411 toward the center of the panel portion 411. The first decorative strip 4211 includes an inclined segment 42111 and a straight segment 42112 connected sequentially in the direction from the front side to the back side. The inclined segment 42111 extends inclinedly in the direction from the back side to the front side toward the side edge of the corresponding side of the panel portion 411.

[0084] In the above technical solution, the first decorative strip 4211 surrounds the outside of the side frame 4121 and forms a tight fit with the side frame 4121, thereby increasing the overall thickness and rigidity of the side of the vibrating panel, making the product more robust and durable; the side edge of the first decorative strip 4211 relative to the corresponding side of the panel part 411 is offset toward the center of the panel part 411, reserving space for the installation and cooperation of the panel 20 with other components (e.g., fastening to the front side of the mounting part 102 mentioned below), so that the panel part 41 is exposed as the main appearance surface.

[0085] The first decorative strip 4211 includes an inclined section 42111 and a straight section 42112. The inclined section 42111 extends inclinedly in the direction from the back side to the front side towards the side edge of the corresponding side of the panel portion 411, so that the first decorative strip 4211 can better disperse and bear stress when subjected to external force, avoiding structural damage caused by stress concentration. The design of the inclined section 42111 also increases the contact area between the first decorative strip 4211 and the side frame 4121, thereby improving the connection strength between them.

[0086] In some embodiments, see Figure 5The frame portion 412 includes a lower frame 4122 extending in the left-right direction, the lower frame 4122 being connected between the lower ends of the two side frames 4121; the decorative element 42 includes a lower decorative strip 422 extending in the left-right direction, the lower decorative strip 422 surrounding the lower side of the lower frame 4122, and the lower decorative strip 422 being assembled and connected to the lower frame 4122.

[0087] In the above technical solution, the lower frame 4122 is connected between the lower ends of the two side frames 4121. Thus, the frame portion 412 forms a U-shaped structure composed of the two side frames 4121 and the lower frame 4122, improving the overall structural strength of the frame portion 412. Simultaneously, the lower frame 4122 also provides a basis for the assembly of the lower decorative strip 422. The lower decorative strip 422 surrounds the lower side of the lower frame 4122, effectively concealing the assembly connection structure of the lower frame 4122. This ensures that when viewing the product from below, only a clean decorative surface is visible, guaranteeing a consistent visual experience from any angle and greatly enhancing the overall aesthetics of the product. The assembly connection between the lower decorative strip 422 and the lower frame 4122 not only serves a decorative function but also enhances the structural stability of the shielding panel 20 to a certain extent, improving its durability and service life.

[0088] In embodiments of this utility model, the lower frame 4122 is connected between the lower ends of the two side frames 4121. The connection method is not limited; for example, it can be a plug-in connection, adhesive connection, snap-fit ​​connection, etc., or it can be an integrated frame part 412, that is, the frame part 412 is a single structural component that cannot be separated. For example, the frame part 412 can be a one-piece molded part, that is, made of a single material without any detachable parts.

[0089] In the embodiments of this utility model, the lower decorative strip 422 and the side decorative strip 421 can be connected or set separately. If the lower decorative strip 422 and the side decorative strip 421 are connected, the connection method is the same as above, which will not be repeated here.

[0090] In some embodiments, referring to FIG. 5, the lower frame 4122 has a first snap-fit ​​structure 41223, and the lower decorative strip 422 has a second snap-fit ​​structure 4222. The second snap-fit ​​structure 4222 engages with the first snap-fit ​​structure 41223 by the upward movement of the decorative member 42 relative to the panel member 41, so as to restrict the relative movement of the lower frame 4122 and the lower decorative strip 422 in the vertical direction.

[0091] In the above technical solution, the snap-fit ​​structure allows the lower decorative strip 422 to be quickly and easily assembled with the lower frame 4122 without complicated fixing steps or tools. During installation, the user or installer only needs to align the lower decorative strip 422 with the lower frame 4122 and then apply an upward force to snap it into place, greatly saving assembly time. Once assembled, the snap-fit ​​structure provides a stable connection, ensuring that the lower decorative strip 422 and the lower frame 4122 will not easily loosen or fall off due to external forces. This stable connection also helps to improve the structural strength and service life of the entire shielding panel 20.

[0092] In some embodiments, see Figure 5 The side frame 4121 has a first insertion structure 41213, and the side decorative strip 421 has a second insertion structure 4212. See [reference needed] Figure 8 The first insertion structure 41213 defines the bottom open slot D, and the second insertion structure 4212 is inserted into the slot D by the upward movement of the decorative piece 42 relative to the panel piece 41, thereby limiting the relative movement of the side frame 4121 and the side decorative strip 421 in the left-right direction. In conjunction with the previous embodiment, the frame portion 412 and the decorative piece 42 are connected to the side and bottom through insertion and snap-fit ​​structures, both of which are quick-assembly structures, thus achieving a faster assembly connection between the frame portion 412 and the decorative piece 42.

[0093] In some embodiments, see Figure 6 The lower frame 4122 includes a second frame 41221 and a second flange 41222. The second frame 41221 extends in the left-right direction and protrudes from the panel portion 411 toward the back side. The second frame 41221 is offset upward relative to the lower edge of the panel portion 411. The second flange 41222 is spaced apart on the back side of the panel portion 411 and extends downward from the second frame 41221. The first snap-fit ​​structure 41223 is formed as a snap hole that passes through the second flange 41222 in the front-back direction. See also Figure 7 The lower decorative strip 422 includes a second decorative strip 4221, which extends in the left-right direction. A second snap-fit ​​structure 4222 is formed as a buckle extending upward from the second decorative strip 4221, with the upper end of the buckle forming a snap-fit ​​portion 42221. (See also...) Figure 11 The second decorative strip 4221 is located on the lower side of the second frame 41221, and the fastening part 42221 is snapped into the card hole from top to bottom so as to abut against the lower frame 4122 in the vertical direction.

[0094] In the above technical solution, by designing the first snap-fit ​​structure 41223 as a snap hole penetrating the second flange 41222 in the front-to-back direction, and designing the second snap-fit ​​structure 4222 as a buckle extending upward from the second decorative strip 4221, the assembly process becomes simple and quick. Furthermore, the snap-fit ​​assembly method avoids the use of additional fasteners or screws, resulting in a cleaner and smoother product appearance. The second frame 41221 extends in the left-to-right direction and protrudes from the panel portion 411 towards the back, increasing the structural strength of the lower frame 4122, enabling it to better support and fix the lower decorative strip 422. Simultaneously, the tight fit between the buckle and the snap hole further enhances the stability of the connection.

[0095] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 and Figure 12 The panel component 100 also includes a panel body 10 and a shielding panel 20. The front part of the panel body 10 has an air outlet 101 and a mounting part 102. The shielding panel 20 shields the front side of the mounting part 102 and avoids the air outlet 101. The panel component 41 is suspended in front of the mounting part 102. The decorative component 42 extends from the panel component 41 to the mounting part 102.

[0096] In the above technical solution, by designing a panel component 100 that includes a panel body 10 and a shielding panel 20, the mounting portion 102 is effectively shielded while retaining the function of the air outlet 101, enhancing the compactness and aesthetics of the overall structure. The separation between the air outlet 101 and the mounting portion 102 ensures airflow and facilitates the installation and maintenance of related equipment or components, improving the practicality and ease of use of the product. The shielding panel 20 is located on the front side of the mounting portion 102, making it face-up, and is used to cover or hide the components or structures within the mounting portion 102. The decorative element 42 extends from the panel component 41 to the mounting portion 102. On the one hand, the decorative element 42 forms the side profile of the shielding panel 20, enhancing the aesthetics of the panel component 100; on the other hand, it also makes the panel component 41 fit more snugly with the mounting portion 102, reducing assembly gaps, improving sealing, and providing a certain degree of dust protection for the mounting portion 102.

[0097] In this embodiment of the invention, the shielding panel 20 avoids the air outlet 101, which means that the air outlet 101 can ventilate normally, and the shielding panel 20 does not affect the cooling or heating effect of the air conditioner 1000. The panel 41 is suspended in front of the mounting part 102, which means that the panel 41 is not directly fixed to the mounting part 102, but is suspended in front of the mounting part 102 by means of other components (such as hooks, brackets, elastic elements, etc.).

[0098] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 and Figure 12The panel component 100 also includes an air outlet grille 30, which is provided corresponding to the air outlet 101 and is detachably connected to the panel body 10. The mounting part 102 includes a locking mechanism 1022 for locking the air outlet grille 30. The shielding panel 20 is detachably mounted on the panel body 10.

[0099] In the above technical solution, the air outlet grille 30 is set corresponding to the air outlet 101, mainly used to guide and distribute airflow to ensure that the airflow can flow out evenly and efficiently. The shielding panel 20 is detachably installed on the panel body 10, so that after the shielding panel 20 is removed, the locking mechanism 1022 can be unlocked to remove the air outlet grille 30. Regular cleaning and maintenance of the air outlet grille 30 helps to reduce the accumulation of dust and dirt, thereby extending the service life and performance of the air conditioner 1000, while improving the user experience.

[0100] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 12 and Figure 15 The shielding panel 20 is located below the air outlet grille 30. The upper end of the shielding panel 20 covers the front side of the lower end of the air outlet grille 30, and the upper end of the shielding panel 20 and the lower end of the air outlet grille 30 are mutually restrictive to limit the relative movement of the shielding panel 20 and the air outlet grille 30 in the vertical direction. Therefore, the restrictive engagement between the shielding panel 20 and the air outlet grille 30 effectively limits the relative movement between them, thereby enhancing the stability of the entire panel component 100. Furthermore, the restrictive engagement between the shielding panel 20 and the air outlet grille 30 also allows the shielding panel 20 and the air outlet grille 30 to move together in the vertical direction, thus ensuring the designed clearance between the shielding panel 20 and the air outlet grille 30.

[0101] In the embodiments of this utility model, the specific form of the limiting fit is not limited. For example, it can be a buckle, a groove, a protrusion and a groove, etc., to ensure a tight fit and stability between the two.

[0102] For example, see Figure 13 The lower front side of the air vent grille 30 has a first limiting part 301 on both sides, which is a limiting hole. The upper side of the shielding panel 20 has a first mating part 201 on both sides, which is a limiting pin. The first mating part 201 and the first limiting part 301 are inserted in the front-back direction to restrict the relative movement of the air vent grille 30 and the shielding panel 20 in the up-down direction.

[0103] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 13 and Figure 15The lower end of the shielding panel 20 is hooked to the panel component 100 via a downwardly extending hook structure. This makes the installation and removal of the shielding panel 20 convenient and easy. Operators can securely install the shielding panel 20 by aligning the hook structure with the hook points or hook slots on the panel component 100 and gently pressing or pushing. In conjunction with the previous embodiment, the upper end of the shielding panel 20 is positioned relative to the lower end of the air outlet grille 30, while the lower end of the shielding panel 20 is hooked to the panel component 100 via a downwardly extending hook structure. This allows the panel component 41 to be suspended in front of the mounting portion 102. The hook engagement allows the shielding panel 20 to move up and down, so that when the air outlet grille 30 deforms, the shielding panel 20 can move up and down with the air outlet grille 30, further ensuring the design gap between the shielding panel 20 and the air outlet grille 30, and preventing the shielding panel 20 from being squeezed or stretched in the vertical direction due to deformation of the air outlet grille 30, thus ensuring its aesthetic appearance.

[0104] For example, see Figure 13 The lower end of the mounting part 102 has a second limiting part 1021 on both sides. The second limiting part 1021 is a limiting hole. The lower part of the shielding panel 20 has a second mating part 202 on both sides. The second mating part 202 is a hook. The second mating part 202 is inserted downward into the second limiting part 1021 to restrict the relative movement of the shielding panel 20 relative to the panel body 10 in the front-back direction.

[0105] In some embodiments, the left and right sides of the shielding panel 20 are engaged with the panel component 100 via rearwardly extending snap-fit ​​structures to restrict the forward movement of the shielding panel 20 relative to the panel component 100. Thus, the snap-fit ​​structures ensure that the shielding panel 20 is securely connected to the panel component 100, enhancing the stability of the entire structure and helping to prevent the shielding panel 20 from loosening or detaching due to external forces during long-term use.

[0106] In some embodiments, see Figure 15 The shielding panel 20 has an interference portion 203 protruding from its back side. When the locking mechanism 1022 is in the locked state of locking the air outlet grille 30, the locking mechanism 1022 avoids the interference portion 203, so that the shielding panel 20 can be installed on the panel body 10. The shielding panel 20 can protect the locking mechanism 1022. See also Figure 14 When the locking mechanism 1022 is in the unlocked state, releasing the air vent grille 30, the locking mechanism 1022 interferes with the interference part 203 to prevent the installation of the shielding panel 20 onto the panel body 10. This serves as a reminder, preventing the shielding panel 20 from being installed on the front of the panel component 100 and blocking the locking mechanism 1022 while the locking mechanism 1022 is still in the unlocked state.

[0107] For example, see Figure 12and Figure 15 The air vent grille 30 extends vertically, and its lower end defines a bottom-open handle groove 302. The handle groove 302 has a front plate 3021 and a rear plate 3022 on its front and rear sides, respectively. The handle groove 302 is formed between the front plate 3021 and the rear plate 3022. The locking mechanism 1022 is a slider, which includes a front stop 10221 and a rear stop 10222. The slider slides vertically to switch between the locked and unlocked states of the locking mechanism 1022. Figure 15 As shown, when the locking mechanism 1022 is locked, the slider slides upward, the front stop 10221 extends into the handle groove 302 and stops at the front side of the rear plate 3022, while the rear stop 10222 stops at the rear side of the carrier plate 103, thereby fixing the air outlet grille to the air outlet 101 of the panel component 100. A receiving space appears on the lower side of the slider to accommodate the interference part 203, thereby the locking mechanism 1022 avoids the interference part 203, and the shielding panel 20 can be smoothly installed on the front side of the mounting part 102; as Figure 14 As shown, when the locking mechanism 1022 is in the unlocked state, the slider interferes with the interference part 203 to prevent the installation of the shielding panel 20 onto the panel body 10, thereby prompting the operator to lock and fix the air outlet grille 30 first.

[0108] Hereinafter, with reference to the accompanying drawings, a panel component 100 according to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0109] See Figures 1-4 The panel component 100 includes a shielding panel 20, which includes a panel member 41 and a decorative member 42. The panel member 41 includes a panel portion 411 and a frame portion 412, with the two sides of the panel member 41 in the thickness direction being a front side and a back side, respectively. The frame portion 412 protrudes from the back side of the panel portion 411. See [reference needed]. Figure 5 The border portion 412 includes two side borders 4121 extending in the vertical direction, and the side borders 4121 are spaced apart in the horizontal direction. See [reference needed] Figure 6 The side frame 4121 includes a first frame 41211 and a first flange 41212. The first frame 41211 extends vertically and protrudes from the panel portion 411 toward the back side. The side edge of the first frame 41211 on the corresponding side of the panel portion 411 is offset toward the center of the panel portion 411. The first flange 41212 is spaced apart on the back side of the panel portion 411 and extends from the first frame 41211 toward the outside of the first frame 41211. Figure 6 and Figure 8The side frame 4121 has a first insertion structure 41213, which extends from the first flange 41212 toward the panel portion 411 and is spaced apart from the first frame 41211 to form a slot D extending vertically between the first frame 41211 and the first insertion structure 41213; see also Figure 5 The border portion 412 includes a lower border 4122 extending in the left-right direction, the lower border 4122 connecting the lower ends of the two side borders 4121; see also Figure 6 The lower frame 4122 has a first snap-fit ​​structure 41223. The lower frame 4122 includes a second frame 41221 and a second flange 41222. The second frame 41221 extends in the left-right direction and protrudes from the panel portion 411 toward the back side. The second frame 41221 is offset upward relative to the lower edge of the panel portion 411. The second flange 41222 is spaced apart on the back side of the panel portion 411 and extends downward from the second frame 41221. The first snap-fit ​​structure 41223 is formed as a snap hole that passes through the second flange 41222 in the front-back direction.

[0110] See Figure 2 The decorative element 42 is provided on the back side of the panel portion 411 and covers at least a portion of the periphery of the frame portion 412, see [reference]. Figure 5 The decorative element 42 includes two side decorative strips 421 extending in the vertical direction, each corresponding to the outer side of one of the two side frame borders 4121. (See also...) Figure 7 The side decorative strip 421 includes a first decorative strip 4211, which extends vertically and surrounds the outer side of the corresponding side frame 4121. The side edge of the first decorative strip 4211 on the corresponding side of the panel portion 411 is offset toward the center of the panel portion 411. The first decorative strip 4211 includes an inclined segment 42111 and a straight segment 42112 connected sequentially from the front side to the back side. The inclined segment 42111 extends inclinedly toward the side edge of the corresponding side of the panel portion 411 in the direction from the back side to the front side. The side decorative strip 421 has a second insertion structure 421. 2. The second insertion structure 4212 protrudes from the inner side of the first decorative strip 4211 and is spaced apart from the first decorative strip 4211 to form a vertically extending clearance groove C between the first decorative strip 4211 and the second insertion structure 4212; the decorative member 42 includes a lower decorative strip 422 extending in the left-right direction, the lower decorative strip 422 includes a second decorative strip 4221, the second decorative strip 4221 extends in the left-right direction, the second decorative strip 4221 has a second snap-fit ​​structure 4222, the second snap-fit ​​structure 4222 is formed as a buckle extending upward from the second decorative strip 4221, and the upper end of the buckle is formed as a fastening part 42221.

[0111] During installation, in conjunction with Figure 5 ,Figure 8 , Figure 9 and Figure 10 The decorative piece 42 slides upward from the lower side of the panel piece 41, so that the second insertion structure 4212 is inserted into the slot D in the vertical direction, and the first insertion structure 41213 is housed in the clearance groove C in the vertical direction to limit the relative movement of the side frame 4121 and the side decorative strip 421 in the left and right directions; combined Figure 11 The fastening part 42221 is engaged from top to bottom in the locking hole to abut against the lower frame 4122 in the vertical direction, thereby restricting the relative movement of the lower frame 4122 and the lower decorative strip 422 in the vertical direction. This completes the installation of the cover panel 20.

[0112] See Figure 1 and 12 The panel component 100 also includes a panel body 10, a shielding panel 20, and an air outlet grille 30. The front part of the panel body 10 has an air outlet 101 and a mounting part 102. The air outlet grille 30 is provided corresponding to the air outlet 101 and is detachably connected to the panel body 10. The mounting part 102 includes a locking mechanism 1022 for locking the air outlet grille 30. The shielding panel 20 shields the front side of the locking mechanism 1022 and avoids the air outlet 101. The panel component 41 is suspended in front of the mounting part 102. The decorative component 42 extends from the panel component 41 to the mounting part 102.

[0113] During installation, please refer to Figure 1 and 12 The upper end of the air outlet grille 30 is inserted into the slot 50 on the panel component 100, and the lower end of the air outlet grille is connected and fixed to the mounting part 102, achieving initial fixation. See [link / reference]. Figure 14 and Figure 15 The lower end of the air vent grille 30 defines a bottom-open handle groove 302. The handle groove 302 has a front plate 3021 and a rear plate 3022 on its front and rear sides, with the handle groove 302 formed between the front plate 3021 and the rear plate 3022. The locking mechanism 1022 is a slider, which includes a front stop 10221 and a rear stop 10222. The slider slides vertically to switch between the locked and unlocked states of the locking mechanism 1022. Figure 15 As shown, when the locking mechanism 1022 is locked, the slider slides upward, the front stop 10221 extends into the handle groove 302 and stops on the front side of the rear plate 3022, while the rear stop 10222 stops on the rear side of the carrier plate 103, thereby re-fixing the air outlet grille; a receiving space appears on the lower side of the slider to accommodate the interference part 203, so that the locking mechanism 1022 avoids the interference part 203, and the shielding panel 20 can be smoothly installed on the front side of the mounting part 102; see Figure 13The mounting portion 102 has second limiting portions 1021 on both sides of its lower end. Each second limiting portion 1021 is a limiting hole. The shielding panel 20 has second mating portions 202 on both sides of its lower end. Each second mating portion 202 is a hook. The second mating portions 202 are inserted downwards into the second limiting portions 1021 to restrict the relative movement of the shielding panel 20 relative to the panel body 10 in the front-rear direction. The air outlet grille 30 has first limiting portions 301 on both sides of its lower front end. Each first limiting portion 301 is a limiting hole. The shielding panel 20 has first mating portions 201 on both sides of its upper end. Each first mating portion 201 is a limiting pin. The first mating portions 201 are inserted into the first limiting portions 301 in the front-rear direction to restrict the relative movement of the air outlet grille 30 and the shielding panel 20 in the vertical direction.

[0114] Hereinafter, with reference to the accompanying drawings, an air conditioner 1000 according to a second aspect embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0115] See Figure 1 The air conditioner 1000 includes a rear housing component 200 and a panel component 100 assembled on the front side of the rear housing component 200. The panel component 100 is a panel component 100 according to any embodiment of the first aspect of the present invention.

[0116] According to the embodiment of the present utility model, the air conditioner 1000 improves its manufacturability by providing the panel component 100 described in the first aspect.

[0117] Other components of the air conditioner 1000 according to embodiments of the present invention, such as heat exchange components and air duct components, as well as its operation, are known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here.

[0118] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", and "outer" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0119] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0120] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0121] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0122] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "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. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0123] 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 panel component, characterized in that, The panel component includes a shielding panel, the shielding panel comprising: A panel component, wherein the two sides of the panel component in the thickness direction are the front side and the back side, respectively; Decorative element, which is disposed on the back side of the panel and constitutes at least a portion of the exterior side surface of the shielding panel, and is assembled and connected to the panel.

2. The panel component according to claim 1, characterized in that, The panel component includes a panel portion and a frame portion, wherein the frame portion protrudes from the back side of the panel portion; The decorative element is disposed on the back side of the panel portion and covers at least a portion of the periphery of the frame portion, and the decorative element is assembled and connected to the frame portion.

3. The panel component according to claim 2, characterized in that, The frame portion includes two side frames extending in the vertical direction and spaced apart in the horizontal direction. The side of the two side frames that is far apart from each other in the horizontal direction is the outer side of the side frame. The decorative element includes two side decorative strips extending in the vertical direction, each corresponding to the outer side of one of the two side frames, and the side decorative strips are assembled and connected to the side frames.

4. The panel component according to claim 3, characterized in that, The side frame has a first insertion structure, and the side decorative strip has a second insertion structure. The first insertion structure and the second insertion structure are inserted and engaged in the vertical direction to restrict the relative movement of the side frame and the side decorative strip in the horizontal direction.

5. The panel component according to claim 4, characterized in that, The side frame includes a first frame and a first flange. The first frame extends in the vertical direction and protrudes from the panel portion toward the back side. The side edge of the first frame relative to the corresponding side of the panel portion is offset toward the center of the panel portion. The first flange is spaced apart on the back side of the panel portion and extends from the first frame toward the outside of the first frame. The first plug-in structure extends from the first flange toward the panel portion and is spaced apart from the first frame to form a slot extending in the vertical direction between the first frame and the first plug-in structure. The side decorative strip includes a first decorative strip that extends vertically, and a second plug-in structure that protrudes from the inner side of the first decorative strip and is spaced apart from the first decorative strip to form a vertically extending clearance groove between the first decorative strip and the second plug-in structure. The first decorative strip is located on the outer side of the first frame, and the second plug-in structure is inserted into the slot vertically, while the first plug-in structure is housed in the clearance groove vertically.

6. The panel component according to claim 3, characterized in that, The side decorative strip includes a first decorative strip that extends in a vertical direction and surrounds the outer side of the corresponding side frame. The first decorative strip is offset toward the center of the panel relative to the side edge of the corresponding side of the panel. The first decorative strip includes an inclined segment and a straight segment connected sequentially along the direction from the front side to the back side. The inclined segment extends obliquely toward the side edge of the corresponding side of the panel in the direction from the back side to the front side.

7. The panel component according to claim 3, characterized in that, The border portion includes a lower border extending in a left-right direction, the lower border being connected between the lower ends of the two side borders; The decorative element includes a lower decorative strip extending in a left-right direction, the lower decorative strip surrounding the lower side of the lower frame, and the lower decorative strip being assembled and connected to the lower frame.

8. The panel component according to claim 7, characterized in that, The lower frame has a first snap-fit ​​structure, and the lower decorative strip has a second snap-fit ​​structure. The second snap-fit ​​structure engages with the first snap-fit ​​structure by moving the decorative piece upward relative to the panel piece, thereby restricting the relative movement of the lower frame and the lower decorative strip in the vertical direction.

9. The panel component according to claim 8, characterized in that, The side frame has a first insertion structure, and the side decorative strip has a second insertion structure. The first insertion structure helps to define a slot with an open bottom. The second insertion structure is inserted into the slot by the upward movement of the decorative piece relative to the panel piece, so as to limit the relative movement of the side frame and the side decorative strip in the left-right direction.

10. The panel component according to claim 8, characterized in that, The lower frame includes a second frame and a second flange. The second frame extends in the left-right direction and protrudes from the panel portion toward the back side. The second frame is offset upward relative to the lower edge of the panel portion. The second flange is spaced apart on the back side of the panel portion and extends downward from the second frame. The first snap-fit ​​structure is formed as a snap hole that passes through the second flange in the front-back direction. The lower decorative strip includes a second decorative strip that extends in the left-right direction. The second snap-fit ​​structure is formed as a buckle extending upward from the second decorative strip. The upper end of the buckle is formed as a snap-fit ​​part. The second decorative strip is located on the lower side of the second frame. The snap-fit ​​part snaps into the buckle hole from top to bottom to abut against the lower frame in the up-down direction.

11. The panel component according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: The panel body has an air outlet and a mounting part at its front; the shielding panel covers the front side of the mounting part and avoids the air outlet; the panel piece is suspended in front of the mounting part; and the decorative piece extends from the panel piece to the mounting part.

12. The panel component according to claim 11, characterized in that, Also includes: An air outlet grille is provided corresponding to the air outlet section and is detachably connected to the panel body. The mounting part includes a locking mechanism for locking the air outlet grille. The shielding panel is detachably mounted on the panel body.

13. The panel component according to claim 12, characterized in that, The shielding panel is located below the air outlet grille. The upper end of the shielding panel covers the front side of the lower end of the air outlet grille, and the upper end of the shielding panel is matched with the lower end of the air outlet grille to limit the relative movement of the shielding panel and the air outlet grille in the vertical direction. And / or, the lower end of the shielding panel is hooked to the panel component via a downwardly extending hook structure; and / or the left and right sides of the shielding panel are engaged with the panel component via a rearwardly extending snap-fit ​​structure to restrict the forward movement of the shielding panel relative to the panel component.

14. The panel component according to claim 12, characterized in that, The back side of the shielding panel has an interference portion protruding. When the locking mechanism is in the locked state of locking the air vent grille, the locking mechanism avoids the interference portion so that the shielding panel can be installed on the panel body. When the locking mechanism is in the unlocked state of releasing the air vent grille, the locking mechanism interferes with the interference portion to prevent the shielding panel from being installed on the panel body.

15. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: The rear housing component and the panel component mounted on the front side of the rear housing component, the panel component being the panel component according to any one of claims 1-14.

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