Chassis structure and air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of air conditioning equipment, in particular to a chassis structure and an air conditioner. The mounting plate is connected to the bottom of the chassis body and provided with a transition section, the transition section protrudes out of the mounting plate towards the back of the air conditioner, and at least part of the transition section is of an arc section. The installation part penetrates through the transition section and is used for being connected with the face frame. At least part of the structure of the heat preservation piece covers the transition section. The back, facing the air conditioner, of the mounting plate of the chassis structure protrudes out of the mounting plate to form the transition section, the mounting part penetrates through the transition section, and the mounting plate and the face frame can be connected through the mounting part. The transition section is formed on the mounting plate, the arc section of the transition section can increase the contact area between the heat preservation part and the mounting plate, the degree of jacking the heat preservation part by the mounting plate is reduced, and therefore the degree of bumps formed between the heat preservation part and the mounting plate is reduced. The attaching degree between the heat preservation part and the mounting plate is good, and condensation formed on the surface of the mounting plate can be restrained.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of air conditioning equipment technology, and in particular to a chassis structure and an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] Air conditioner chassis structures typically have mounting hardware to secure the front panel to the chassis structure using screws or other fasteners, allowing the front panel to cover the chassis. The chassis structure is then fitted with insulation to maintain its temperature and reduce its surface area in contact with the outside environment, thus preventing condensation from forming on its surface.

[0003] In related technologies, the installation components may lift up the insulation components, resulting in a smaller contact area between the insulation components and the chassis structure. This may cause more condensation to form on the chassis structure, which then flows into the external environment, wetting it and affecting the user's experience. Utility Model Content

[0004] This utility model aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. In view of this, the embodiments of this application aim to provide a chassis structure and air conditioner to reduce condensation generated in the chassis structure, increase the user experience, and improve the user experience.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, one embodiment of this application provides a chassis structure, including:

[0006] Chassis main body;

[0007] A mounting plate is connected to the bottom of the chassis body. The mounting plate has at least one transition section that protrudes from the mounting plate toward the back of the air conditioner. At least a portion of the transition section is an arc segment.

[0008] At least one mounting element is inserted through the transition section, and the mounting element is used for fixed connection with the face frame;

[0009] An insulation component is attached to the back of the mounting plate, and at least a portion of the insulation component covers the transition section.

[0010] The chassis structure according to the embodiments of this application has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0011] In the embodiment of this application, the mounting plate of the chassis structure protrudes towards the back of the air conditioner, forming a transition section. A mounting component passes through this transition section, allowing the mounting plate and the front frame to be connected via the component. The transition section increases the contact area between the insulation component and the mounting plate when an insulation component is attached to the back of the mounting plate, reducing the degree to which the mounting plate lifts the insulation component and thus reducing the degree of bulging between them. The better fit between the insulation component and the mounting plate suppresses condensation on the surface of the mounting plate, improving the user experience. Furthermore, the protrusion of the transition section towards the air conditioner increases the rigidity of the mounting plate, and the fact that at least a portion of the transition section is curved reduces stress concentration within it.

[0012] According to some embodiments of this application, the insulation element covers the back of the mounting plate.

[0013] According to some embodiments of this application, the transition section has an extension and two bends, the extension and the bends are arranged along the length direction of the chassis body, the extension is located between the two bends, the extension is located on the side of the bends away from the face frame, and the mounting member passes through the extension.

[0014] According to some embodiments of this application, the number of the mounting components is multiple, and each mounting component is provided with the transition section.

[0015] According to some embodiments of this application, the protrusion distance of the transition section along the thickness direction of the mounting plate ranges from 5 mm to 10 mm.

[0016] According to some embodiments of this application, the chassis structure further includes a reinforcing rib assembly, which is respectively connected to the peripheral wall of the mounting component and the mounting plate.

[0017] According to some embodiments of this application, the reinforcing rib assembly includes multiple reinforcing ribs, which are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the mounting member, and each reinforcing rib is respectively connected to the peripheral wall of the mounting member and the mounting plate.

[0018] According to some embodiments of this application, the projection area of ​​the reinforcing rib assembly is symmetrical about the axial center of the corresponding mounting component when projected along the axial direction of the mounting component.

[0019] According to some embodiments of this application, the mounting member has screw holes for threaded connection with screw fasteners to fix the mounting plate to the faceplate.

[0020] This application also provides an air conditioner, including:

[0021] Chassis structure as described in any of the preceding items;

[0022] The face frame is connected to the mounting component.

[0023] Additional aspects and advantages of this application will become apparent in the following description or may be learned by practice of this application. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the chassis structure according to an embodiment of this application;

[0025] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the chassis structure according to another embodiment of this application;

[0026] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A magnified view of a portion at position A in the middle;

[0027] Figure 4 This is a simplified schematic diagram illustrating the assembly of the mounting component and mounting plate according to an embodiment of this application.

[0028] Figure label:

[0029] 100. Chassis body; 200. Mounting plate; 200a. Transition section; 200b. Extension; 200c. Bending section; 300. Mounting component; 300a. Screw fixing hole; 400. Reinforcing rib assembly; 410. Reinforcing rib. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The embodiments of the technical solution of this application will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. These embodiments are only used to more clearly illustrate the technical solution of this application and are therefore merely examples, and should not be used to limit the scope of protection of this application.

[0031] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains; the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the application; the terms “comprising” and “having”, and any variations thereof, in the specification, claims, and foregoing description of the drawings are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0032] In the description of the embodiments of this application, the technical terms "first," "second," "third," etc., are used only to distinguish different objects and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number, specific order, or primary and secondary relationship of the indicated technical features. In the description of the embodiments of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly defined.

[0033] In this document, the term "embodiment" means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of this application. The appearance of this phrase in various places throughout the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a separate or alternative embodiment mutually exclusive with other embodiments. It will be explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described herein can be combined with other embodiments.

[0034] In the description of the embodiments in this application, the term "and / or" is merely a description of the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A existing alone, A and B existing simultaneously, and B existing alone. Additionally, the character " / " in this document generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects are in an "or" relationship.

[0035] In the description of the embodiments of this application, the technical terms "top", "bottom", "upper", "lower", etc., 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 the embodiments of this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed, operated or used in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the embodiments of this application.

[0036] In the description of the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the technical terms such as "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing" 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 mechanical connection or an electrical connection; 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 the embodiments of this application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0037] In the description of the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the technical term "contact" should be interpreted broadly, and can be direct contact, contact through an intermediate medium layer, contact between two contacting parties with substantially no interaction force, or contact between two contacting parties with interaction force.

[0038] In related technologies, the chassis structure includes a mounting plate and mounting components, with the mounting components passing through the mounting plate. The mounting components protrude from the back of the mounting plate, and the back of the mounting plate is reinforced with ribs to increase its rigidity. Typically, insulation material is attached to the back of the mounting plate to keep it warm and prevent excessive condensation on its surface. However, because the mounting components protrude from the back of the mounting plate, and the back of the mounting plate has reinforcing ribs, the mounting components and reinforcing ribs can, to some extent, lift the insulation material, creating a bulge between the insulation material and the mounting plate. This results in excessive condensation forming on the back of the mounting plate. When the condensation accumulates to a certain level, it will flow out of the air conditioner, affecting the user experience and potentially leading to user complaints.

[0039] In this embodiment, the mounting plate 200 protrudes towards the back of the air conditioner to form a transition section 200a, at least a portion of which is an arc segment. The arc segment increases the contact area between the insulation component and the mounting plate 200, thereby allowing the insulation component to fit better against the mounting plate 200 and reducing condensation on the back of the mounting plate 200.

[0040] This application proposes to provide an air conditioner, which includes a chassis structure and a front frame. The front frame covers the outside of the chassis structure.

[0041] For example, the air conditioner also includes a panel and a heat exchanger, which is mounted on the chassis structure and can be used for cooling or heating. The operating mode of the heat exchanger can be adjusted by the user. The panel covers the outside of the front frame and has a display area through which the user can understand the current setting status of the air conditioner.

[0042] This application proposes to provide a chassis structure; please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 1 and Figure 2 The chassis structure includes a chassis body 100, a mounting plate 200, an insulation component, and at least one mounting member 300. The mounting plate 200 is connected to the bottom of the chassis body 100 and has at least one transition section 200a protruding from the back of the air conditioner. At least a portion of the transition section 200a is an arc segment. The mounting member 300 passes through the transition section 200a and is used for fixed connection with the front frame. The insulation component is attached to the back of the mounting plate 200, and at least a portion of the insulation component covers the transition section 200a.

[0043] For example, the faceplate and the mounting member can be respectively fixedly connected to the connector fasteners to secure the faceplate and the mounting member to each other. The connector fasteners can be screws, which pass through the faceplate and the mounting member 300 to fix the mounting plate 200 to the faceplate.

[0044] For example, Figure 1This is a rear view of the chassis structure. Figure 2 This is a frontal view of the chassis structure. When the air conditioner is a wall-mounted unit, it can be mounted on a wall, with the front-to-back direction perpendicular to the wall. The rear of the chassis structure faces the wall. The front of the chassis structure faces away from the cavity wall.

[0045] In the embodiment of this application, the mounting plate 200 of the chassis structure protrudes towards the back of the air conditioner, forming a transition section 200a. A mounting member 300 passes through the transition section 200a, and the mounting plate 200 and the front frame can be connected via the mounting member 300. With the transition section 200a formed on the mounting plate 200, when an insulation member is attached to the back of the mounting plate 200, the curved section of the transition section 200a increases the contact area between the insulation member and the mounting plate 200, reducing the degree to which the mounting plate 200 lifts the insulation member, thereby reducing the degree of bulging between the insulation member and the mounting plate 200. The better fit between the insulation member and the mounting plate 200 suppresses condensation on the surface of the mounting plate 200, improving the user experience. Furthermore, the protrusion of the transition section 200a towards the air conditioner increases the rigidity of the mounting plate 200, and the fact that at least a portion of the transition section 200a is curved reduces stress concentration within the transition section 200a.

[0046] In one embodiment, the chassis structure further includes an insulation component, which can be a sponge made of glass wool, polyethylene, or rubber-based foam. The insulation component is attached to the back of the mounting plate 200, projecting along the front-to-back direction, with its projection area covering the projection area of ​​the mounting plate 200. When the insulation component is attached to the back of the mounting plate 200, it provides insulation, thereby reducing condensation on the surface of the mounting plate 200 due to temperature differences. It is understood that, typically, the air conditioner is installed on a side wall, with one surface of the air conditioner in contact with the wall, and the back of the mounting plate 200 is the surface facing the wall. The thickness direction of the chassis structure is parallel to the front-to-back direction.

[0047] For example, the front-to-back direction is as follows Figure 4 The direction indicated by the middle arrow R2.

[0048] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4The transition section 200a has an extension 200b and two bends 200c. The bends 200c are arc-shaped segments curving towards the back of the mounting plate 200, and the extension 200b is a straight segment extending approximately along the length of the mounting plate 200. The extension 200b and the bends 200c are arranged along the length of the chassis body 100, with the extension 200b located between the two bends 200c. The presence of bends 200c on both sides of the extension 200b along its length reduces stress concentration around the extension 200b, extending the service life of the mounting plate 200. The extension 200b is located on the side of the bends 200c facing away from the face frame, and the mounting member 300 passes through the extension 200b. The mounting member 300 passes through the extension 200b, which is located further away from the face frame. During the installation of the face frame onto the chassis structure, interference between the mounting member 300 and the face frame is reduced, resulting in a smoother installation process. For example, the arc segment can be a circular arc segment or an elliptical arc segment.

[0049] For example, the length direction of the mounting plate 200 is arranged orthogonally to the vertical direction, and the length direction of the mounting plate 200 is arranged parallel to the length direction of the chassis body 100.

[0050] For example, the length direction of the mounting plate 200 is as follows: Figure 2 As indicated by the middle arrow R1.

[0051] It is understood that other embodiments of this application do not limit the number of bends 200c. Exemplarily, the number of bends 200c is single, with one bend 200c provided at one end of the extension 200b along the length direction of the transition section 200a. In another embodiment, the mounting member 300 passes through the bend 200c.

[0052] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 2 There are multiple mounting components 300, and each mounting component 300 is provided with a transition section 200a.

[0053] For example, multiple mounting components 300 are arranged at intervals along the length of the chassis structure.

[0054] In the embodiment of this application, there are multiple mounting parts 300. Multiple mounting parts 300 can be connected to multiple fasteners. The front frame and the chassis structure can be connected to each other through multiple fasteners, so that the connection strength between the front frame and the chassis structure is high and the structure of the air conditioner is more stable.

[0055] In one embodiment, the protrusion distance of the transition section 200a along the thickness direction of the mounting plate 200 ranges from 5 mm to 10 mm. A protrusion distance of the transition section 200a within a suitable range allows for greater rigidity of the mounting plate 200 and reduces the processing difficulty of the mounting plate 200.

[0056] For example, the protrusion distance of the transition section 200a is the same as the protrusion distance of the extension 200b. The protrusion distance of the transition section 200a is 5mm, 6mm, 7mm, 8mm, 9mm, or 10mm. It is understood that the protrusion distance of the transition section 200a can be obtained by measuring it with a ruler under normal temperature and pressure conditions.

[0057] For example, the protrusion distance of transition segment 200a is as follows: Figure 4 The medium dimension R1 is shown.

[0058] It is understood that other embodiments of this application do not limit the protrusion distance of the transition segment 200a.

[0059] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The chassis structure also includes a reinforcing rib assembly 400, which is connected to the peripheral wall of the mounting component 300 and the mounting plate 200 respectively.

[0060] For example, the reinforcing rib assembly 400 is integrally formed with the mounting part 300.

[0061] In the embodiment of this application, the reinforcing rib assembly 400 is connected to the peripheral wall of the mounting member 300 and the mounting plate 200 respectively, which can strengthen the side wall of the mounting member 300. When the connecting fastener is connected to the mounting member 300, a certain degree of load will be generated between the connecting fastener and the side wall of the mounting member 300. During the operation of the air conditioner, vibration will occur inside the air conditioner, and the load between the connecting fastener and the mounting member 300 will further increase. The reinforcing rib assembly 400 can effectively increase the strength of the mounting member 300, thereby reducing the possibility of damage to the side wall of the mounting member 300 and extending the service life of the mounting member 300.

[0062] It is understood that other embodiments of this application are not limited to whether the chassis structure is provided with a reinforcing rib assembly 400.

[0063] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3The reinforcing rib assembly 400 includes multiple reinforcing ribs 410. The reinforcing ribs 410 are basically plate-shaped. When the face frame is connected to the chassis structure in the mounting direction [4], the reinforcing ribs 410 can reduce the contact area between the chassis structure and the face frame, thereby reducing the degree of interference between the face frame and the chassis structure. The smaller contact area between the face frame and the chassis structure can reduce the heat conduction between the chassis structure and the face frame, thereby reducing the generation of thermal expansion and contraction. Multiple reinforcing ribs 410 are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the corresponding mounting parts 300. Each reinforcing rib 410 is connected to the peripheral wall of the mounting part 300 and the mounting plate 200 respectively. The multiple reinforcing ribs 410 connected to the mounting part 300 and the mounting plate 200 respectively can better transfer the loads in various directions on the mounting part 300 to the mounting plate 200, thereby further increasing the reinforcing effect of the reinforcing rib assembly 400.

[0064] In one embodiment, the projection area of ​​the reinforcing rib assembly 400 is symmetrical about the axial center of the corresponding mounting member 300 when projected along the axial direction of the mounting member 300.

[0065] For example, the reinforcing rib assembly 400 includes a plurality of reinforcing ribs 410 projected along the axial direction of the mounting member 300, and the pattern formed by the plurality of reinforcing ribs 410 is a centrally symmetrical pattern centered on the axial direction of the mounting member 300. The mounting member 300 corresponding to the reinforcing rib assembly 400 is the mounting member 300 connected to the reinforcing rib assembly 400.

[0066] For example, the mounting member 300 is generally cylindrical in shape, with its axial direction being the height direction of the cylinder. Projecting along the axial direction of the mounting member 300, the projected area within the mounting bracket is circular, with the axial direction of the mounting member 300 being the center of the circle.

[0067] In the embodiment of this application, the projected area of ​​the reinforcing rib assembly 400 is a centrally symmetrical shape, and the supporting effect of the reinforcing rib assembly 400 on the mounting member 300 is more uniform, reducing the possibility of uneven stress on the mounting member 300 under the supporting effect of the reinforcing rib assembly 400. Furthermore, the more uniform load on the mounting member 300 can reduce the possibility of local deformation of the mounting member 300.

[0068] It is understood that other embodiments of this application are not limited to projection along the axial direction of the mounting member 300, and the projection area of ​​the reinforcing rib assembly 400 is symmetrical about the axial center of the corresponding mounting member 300.

[0069] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3The mounting component 300 has screw holes and fixing holes 300a. The fastener is a screw that can be threaded into the screw holes and fixing holes 300a; the screw can be screwed into the screw holes and fixing holes 300a by rotation. The screw holes and fixing holes 300a are used for threaded connection with screws to fix the mounting plate 200 to the faceplate. The faceplate and mounting plate 200 are fixedly connected by screws and screw holes and fixing holes 300a, which is a simple connection method and has high installation efficiency.

[0070] It is understood that the embodiments of this application do not limit the connection method between the faceplate and the mounting plate 200. Exemplarily, the faceplate and the mounting plate 200 can be connected by a snap-fit ​​mechanism.

[0071] The above embodiments are merely illustrative of the technical solutions of this application and are not intended to limit it. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. These modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, and all should be covered within the scope of the specification of this application. In particular, as long as there is no structural conflict, the various technical features mentioned in the embodiments can be combined in any way. This application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, but includes all technical solutions falling within the scope of protection.

[0072] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," "in one embodiment," or "exemplary," 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.

[0073] 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 chassis structure, characterized in that, Applied to air conditioners, including: Chassis main body; A mounting plate is connected to the bottom of the chassis body. The mounting plate has at least one transition section that protrudes from the mounting plate toward the back of the air conditioner. At least a portion of the transition section is an arc segment. At least one mounting element is inserted through the transition section, and the mounting element is used for fixed connection with the face frame; An insulation component is attached to the back of the mounting plate, and at least a portion of the insulation component covers the transition section.

2. The chassis structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The insulation component covers the back of the mounting plate.

3. The chassis structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The transition section has an extension and two bends, the extension and the bends are arranged along the length of the chassis body, the extension is located between the two bends, the extension is located on the side of the bends away from the face frame, and the mounting member passes through the extension.

4. The chassis structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of mounting components is multiple, and each mounting component is provided with a corresponding transition section.

5. The chassis structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, Along the thickness direction of the mounting plate, the protrusion distance of the transition section ranges from 5mm to 10mm.

6. The chassis structure according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The chassis structure also includes a reinforcing rib assembly, which is connected to the peripheral wall of the mounting component and the mounting plate, respectively.

7. The chassis structure according to claim 6, characterized in that, The reinforcing rib assembly includes multiple reinforcing ribs, which are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the mounting component. Each reinforcing rib is connected to the peripheral wall of the mounting component and the mounting plate, respectively.

8. The chassis structure according to claim 6, characterized in that, Projecting along the axial direction of the mounting component, the projection area of ​​the reinforcing rib assembly is symmetrical about the corresponding axial center of the mounting component [2].

9. The chassis structure according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The mounting component has screw fixing holes for threaded connection with screw fasteners [3] to fix the mounting plate to the face frame.

10. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: The chassis structure as described in any one of claims 1 to 9; The face frame is connected to the mounting component.

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