Outdoor cabinet

Abstract

The utility model discloses an outdoor cabinet, which comprises a cabinet body enclosed by a framework and a shell, the top of the shell is provided with a first vent hole, a rainproof plate and a wire inlet assembly, the side surface of the shell is provided with a second vent hole, and the shell at the outer side of the second vent hole is provided with an insect prevention mechanism. According to the outdoor cabinet, rainwater can be prevented from entering the cabinet body through a gap between the first ventilation hole and the wire inlet assembly through the rainproof plate arranged at the top of the shell, damage to electrical parts in the cabinet body caused by the rainwater is avoided, internal ventilation can be ensured by combining the first ventilation hole and the second ventilation hole, moisture prevention is achieved, and the service life of the outdoor cabinet is prolonged. And the insect prevention mechanism on the side face is combined to prevent outdoor insects or animals from penetrating through the ventilation holes to enter the interior, and insect prevention is achieved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of server racks, specifically an outdoor server rack. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of wireless and wired networks, outdoor cabinets, as key equipment to ensure the normal operation of site workstations, are becoming increasingly important.

[0003] Currently, outdoor server racks house a large number of electrical devices, which generate heat when operating simultaneously. To address this heat dissipation issue, conventional rack cooling designs involve creating ventilation holes on the sides and top of the rack, and equipping the inside with fans. This design aims to draw outside air into the rack through the side ventilation holes using the fans, while the hot air is exhausted through the top ventilation holes, thereby cooling the interior of the rack and ensuring that the electrical equipment operates at a suitable temperature.

[0004] However, this traditional design reveals many drawbacks when dealing with complex outdoor environments. On the one hand, outdoor rain is frequent, and existing ordinary server racks, due to the numerous ventilation holes on the sides and top, cannot effectively prevent rainwater from entering. Once rainwater enters the rack, it directly threatens the normal operation of internal electrical components, easily causing them to become damp and short-circuit, seriously affecting the equipment's lifespan and stability.

[0005] On the other hand, outdoor environments are teeming with insects and small animals. The side ventilation holes become convenient entry points for them into the server rack. Given the high-speed rotating fans inside these vents, insects entering will instantly come into contact with the fans. The high-speed rotation of the fans is enough to kill the insects, and the remaining insect carcasses are not only extremely difficult to clean, but will also adhere to critical parts such as the fan blades and ventilation channels. Over time, this will severely hinder airflow, reduce the ventilation efficiency of the fans, and consequently impair the entire server rack's heat dissipation and cooling capabilities, failing to meet the stable operating environment requirements of the internal electrical equipment. Utility Model Content

[0006] Therefore, in order to solve the above-mentioned shortcomings, this utility model provides an outdoor cabinet. The outdoor cabinet can prevent rainwater from entering the cabinet by setting a rainproof plate on the top of the cabinet body, thus protecting the internal electrical equipment. At the same time, the combination of the first ventilation hole and the second ventilation hole facilitates ventilation inside the cabinet, which not only achieves the purpose of cooling but also moisture prevention. Furthermore, an insect-proof structure is set on the outside of the ventilation hole on the side to prevent insects or other small animals from entering the interior and damaging the fan, effectively ensuring the internal ventilation quality.

[0007] This utility model is implemented as follows: an outdoor cabinet is provided, including a cabinet body formed by a frame and an outer shell. A first ventilation hole is provided on the top of the outer shell, and a rainproof plate and a cable entry assembly are provided. A second ventilation hole is provided on the side of the outer shell, and an insect-proof mechanism is provided on the outer shell outside the second ventilation hole.

[0008] Preferably, the rainproof plate has a herringbone cross-sectional shape, and the first ventilation hole and the wire inlet assembly are disposed between the rainproof plate and the top of the outer casing.

[0009] Preferably, the cable entry assembly includes a cable entry tube and a plug disposed on the top of the housing. One end of the cable entry tube is in communication with the inside of the housing, and a cable routing hole is opened on the side of the other end of the cable entry tube. The plug is movably inserted into the end of the cable entry tube.

[0010] Preferably, the top side of the outer casing is provided with a lifting rod for easy hoisting, the outside of the lifting rod is provided with an anti-detachment head, and the bottom four corners of the outer casing are provided with fixing plates for keeping it fixed to the ground.

[0011] Preferably, the second ventilation hole is an inclined hole opened upwards, a fan is provided inside the outer shell at the inner end of the second ventilation hole, a rainproof strip installed on the outer shell is provided above the outer end of the second ventilation hole, and the insect-proof structure is installed at the lower end of the rainproof strip and at the position of the second ventilation hole.

[0012] Preferably, the insect-proof structure is an insect-proof plate arranged parallel to the outer end of the shell, with several ventilation holes evenly opened on the insect-proof plate, and connecting rods passing through the insect-proof plate are provided on both sides of the outer end of the second ventilation hole. After the insect-proof plate is inserted into the connecting rods, it is fixed by fasteners.

[0013] Preferably, a pad is provided between the insect-proof board and the outer shell to maintain a gap for airflow between the insect-proof board and the outer shell, and the pad is fitted onto the connecting rod.

[0014] Preferably, an openable cabinet door is also provided on the side of the outer casing, and the cabinet door is fixed to the outer casing by a door bolt to achieve closure.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages:

[0016] Firstly, in terms of rain protection, the rainproof plate installed on the top of the cabinet can effectively prevent rainwater from entering the cabinet, greatly reducing the risk of equipment failures such as dampness and short circuits caused by rain, and ensuring the stable operation of the equipment.

[0017] Secondly, by working together with the first and second ventilation holes, and based on the principle of air flow, external air is smoothly introduced into the cabinet, which promptly removes the large amount of heat generated by the operation of electrical equipment, achieving efficient cooling and maintaining a suitable temperature environment for equipment operation. At the same time, according to this ventilation design, the humidity inside the cabinet is effectively balanced, moisture accumulation is inhibited, and moisture prevention is achieved.

[0018] Finally, an insect-proof structure was added to the outside of the side ventilation holes. This eliminates the potential for damage to the fan caused by insects entering and coming into contact with the high-speed rotating components. It avoids problems such as poor ventilation and reduced efficiency caused by foreign object impacts, entanglement, or the accumulation of dead insects, ensuring the fan maintains a consistently efficient and stable ventilation state. Furthermore, it creates a clean and undisturbed ventilation environment inside the cabinet, comprehensively improving the adaptability and reliability of the outdoor cabinet in complex natural environments. Attached Figure Description

[0019] The accompanying drawings are provided to further illustrate the present invention and form part of the specification. They are used together with the specific embodiments of the present invention to explain the present invention, but do not constitute any limitation on the present invention. In the drawings:

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a frontal view of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a side view of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the structure of section AA in the middle;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the protective structure removed from this utility model;

[0025] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model where the rainproof plate and the plug are removed;

[0026] In the diagram: 1. Outer shell; 2. Rainproof panel; 3. Cable inlet pipe; 4. Plug; 5. Cabinet door; 6. Door bolt; 7. Hanging rod; 8. Anti-detachment head; 9. Fixing plate; 10. Rain guard strip; 11. Insect-proof panel; 12. Connecting rod; 13. Frame; 14. First ventilation hole; 15. Second ventilation hole; 16. Pad block. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described in detail below through specific embodiments and in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only for illustration and explanation of this utility model and are not intended to limit this utility model in any way. The accompanying drawings in this utility model are only for illustrative purposes and to facilitate understanding of the embodiments and are not intended to limit this utility model in any way.

[0028] It should be noted that the structures, proportions, sizes, etc. shown in the accompanying drawings are only for the purpose of assisting those skilled in the art in understanding and reading the content disclosed in the specification, and are not intended to limit the conditions under which the present invention can be implemented. Any modifications to the structure, changes in the proportions, or adjustments to the size, without affecting the effects and purposes that the present invention can produce, should still fall within the scope of the technical content disclosed in the present invention.

[0029] As described in the background section, existing server racks cannot provide rainproof, moisture-proof, or insect-proof functions when installed outdoors, thus failing to guarantee the normal operation of internal components.

[0030] Based on the above reasons, in order to solve the above problems, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0031] Example 1,

[0032] Please see the appendix Figure 1 ~Appendix Figure 4 An outdoor cabinet includes a cabinet body formed by a frame 13 and an outer shell 1. A first ventilation hole 14 is provided on the top of the outer shell 1, and a rainproof plate 2 and a cable entry assembly are provided. A second ventilation hole 15 is provided on the side of the outer shell 1. An exhaust fan is provided inside the outer shell 1 at the inner end of the second ventilation hole 15. An insect prevention mechanism is provided on the outer shell 1 outside the second ventilation hole 15.

[0033] In this embodiment, the cross-sectional shape of the rainproof plate 2 is herringbone, and the first ventilation hole 14 and the wire inlet assembly are disposed between the gap between the rainproof plate 2 and the top of the outer shell 1.

[0034] An openable cabinet door 5 is also provided on the side of the outer casing 1. The cabinet door 5 is fixed to the outer casing 1 by a door bolt 6 to achieve closure.

[0035] When used outdoors, the electrical components are pre-installed inside the outer casing 1, and the wiring is connected to external electrical appliances through the inlet assembly. Because the top rainproof plate 2 is shaped like a V-shape, and the first ventilation hole 14 and the inlet assembly are located between the rainproof plate 2 and the top of the outer casing 1, the problem of rainwater entering the cabinet through the first ventilation hole 14 and the inlet assembly is effectively prevented, ensuring the normal operation of the internal electrical components. At the same time, the second ventilation hole 15 on the side and the internal exhaust fan can introduce outside air into the cabinet, achieving cooling of the cabinet interior while also providing moisture protection. Furthermore, the insect-proof mechanism on the outside prevents insects or small animals from entering the cabinet, ensuring the normal operation of the internal electrical components.

[0036] Example 2,

[0037] Please see the appendix Figure 6 Based on Embodiment 1, in order to prevent water from entering the top of the inlet assembly, the inlet assembly includes an inlet tube 3 and a plug 4 disposed on the top of the outer shell 1. One end of the inlet tube 3 is kept in communication with the inside of the outer shell 1, and a cable routing hole is opened on the side of the other end of the inlet tube 3. The plug 4 is movably inserted into the end of the inlet tube 3.

[0038] When installing the wiring, first pass the wire through the inlet pipe 3 and then bend it through the cable routing hole. Finally, insert the plug 4 into the inlet pipe 3.

[0039] Example 3,

[0040] Please see the appendix Figure 1 ~Appendix Figure 5 Based on Embodiment 1, in order to facilitate the hoisting of the cabinet and thus make it easier to transport and fix the cabinet, a hoisting rod 7 is provided on the top side of the outer shell. An anti-detachment head 8 is provided on the outside of the hoisting rod 7. Fixing plates 9 are provided on the four bottom corners of the outer shell 1 for keeping it fixed to the ground.

[0041] In this embodiment, the cabinet body can be pre-assembled and fixed, and the fixing method can be welding or bolt and nut connection, eliminating the need for outdoor assembly.

[0042] Example 4,

[0043] Please see the appendix Figure 5 Based on Embodiment 1, in order to achieve the purpose of insect prevention, the second ventilation hole 15 is an inclined hole opened upward. A rainproof strip 10 installed on the outer shell 1 is provided above the outer end of the second ventilation hole 15. The insect prevention structure is installed at the lower end of the rainproof strip 10 and is located at the position of the second ventilation hole 15.

[0044] In this embodiment, the insect-proof structure is an insect-proof plate 11 arranged parallel to the outer end of the outer shell 1. Several ventilation holes are evenly opened on the insect-proof plate 11. Connecting rods 12 that pass through the insect-proof plate 11 are provided on both sides of the outer end of the second ventilation hole 15. After the insect-proof plate 11 is inserted into the connecting rods 12, it is fixed by fasteners.

[0045] In this embodiment, a pad 16 is provided between the insect-proof board 11 and the outer shell 1 to maintain a gap for airflow between the insect-proof board 11 and the outer shell 1, and the pad 16 is sleeved on the connecting rod 12.

[0046] When the insect-proof board 11 is installed at the outer end of the second ventilation hole 15, the air passes through the ventilation hole of the insect-proof board 11 and the gap between the insect-proof board 11 and the outer shell 1, and enters the cabinet through the second ventilation hole 15. External insects or small animals are blocked from entering, thereby achieving the purpose of insect prevention.

[0047] The above description is a detailed description of the preferred embodiments of the present utility model. However, the embodiments are not intended to limit the scope of the patent application of the present utility model. All equivalent changes or modifications made under the technical spirit of the present utility model should fall within the patent scope covered by the present utility model.

Claims

1. An outdoor server rack, comprising a rack body formed by a frame and an outer shell, characterized in that: A first ventilation hole is provided on the top of the outer casing, and a rainproof plate and a wire inlet assembly are provided thereon. A second ventilation hole is provided on the side of the outer casing, and an insect-proof mechanism is provided on the outer casing outside the second ventilation hole.

2. The outdoor cabinet according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rainproof plate has a herringbone cross-section, and the first ventilation hole and the wire inlet assembly are disposed between the rainproof plate and the top of the outer shell.

3. An outdoor server rack according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The cable entry assembly includes a cable entry tube and a plug disposed on the top of the housing. One end of the cable entry tube is in communication with the inside of the housing, and a cable routing hole is provided on the side of the other end of the cable entry tube. The plug is movably inserted into the end of the cable entry tube.

4. The outdoor cabinet according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top side of the outer casing is provided with a hoisting rod for easy hoisting, and the outside of the hoisting rod is provided with an anti-detachment head. The bottom four corners of the outer casing are provided with fixing plates for keeping it fixed to the ground.

5. An outdoor server rack according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second ventilation hole is an inclined hole that is opened upward. A fan is installed inside the outer shell at the inner end of the second ventilation hole. A rainproof strip installed on the outer shell is installed above the outer end of the second ventilation hole. The insect-proof structure is installed at the lower end of the rainproof strip and is located at the position of the second ventilation hole.

6. An outdoor server rack according to claim 1 or 5, characterized in that: The insect-proof structure is an insect-proof plate arranged parallel to the outer end of the shell. Several ventilation holes are evenly opened on the insect-proof plate. Connecting rods that pass through the insect-proof plate are provided on both sides of the outer end of the second ventilation hole. After the insect-proof plate is inserted into the connecting rods, it is fixed by fasteners.

7. An outdoor cabinet according to claim 6, characterized in that: A pad is provided between the insect-proof board and the outer shell to maintain a gap for airflow between the insect-proof board and the outer shell, and the pad is fitted onto the connecting rod.

8. An outdoor cabinet according to claim 1, characterized in that: An openable cabinet door is also provided on the side of the outer shell, which is fixed to the outer shell by a bolt to achieve closure.

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