Air outlet decoration plate mounting structure and cabinet air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of air conditioners, and discloses an air outlet decoration plate installation structure and a cabinet air conditioner, and the air outlet decoration plate installation structure comprises a panel frame which is provided with an air outlet; the air outlet decoration plate is arranged at the bottom of the air outlet and is detachably connected with the panel frame; a plurality of air outlet holes are formed in the air outlet decoration plate; the adapter is detachably mounted on the back face of the panel frame, and the front end of the adapter abuts against the back face of the air outlet decoration plate. According to the air outlet decoration plate installation structure, the air outlet decoration plate is detachably installed, and when the lengthened guide plate needs to be used, the air outlet decoration plate can be detached, and then the lengthened guide plate is installed; meanwhile, due to the fact that the adapter abuts against the back face of the air outlet decoration plate and is of a detachable structure, after the adapter is removed, no extra structure is arranged on the lower portion of the air outlet to interfere with installation of the lengthened guide plate, and therefore function expansion is achieved.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to air conditioning technical field especially, and relates to a kind of air outlet decorative plate mounting structure and air conditioner cabinet. BACKGROUND

[0002] At present, air conditioner cabinet with fresh air module function is usually equipped with air outlet decorative plate at the bottom of air outlet in the design and assembly process.The main role of air outlet decorative plate is to shield non-visual structure and improve the appearance of product.Air outlet decorative plate is generally fixed by contacting with the support structure on the panel frame and cooperating with buckle, screw and other ways.

[0003] However, when it is necessary to use lengthened guide plate on the basis of fresh air air conditioner cabinet to realize the expansion of function requirement, the panel frame support structure on the back of the air outlet decorative plate in the existing structure design will conflict with the lengthened guide plate, thereby limiting the expansibility of function. INVENTION CONTENTS

[0004] Based on the technical problem that the back side of air outlet decorative plate has panel frame structure and limits function expansion in the prior art, the utility model provides an air outlet decorative plate mounting structure, an adapter abuts against the back of air outlet decorative plate to provide support force, prevents air outlet decorative plate from deforming, and meanwhile, after air outlet decorative plate and adapter are disassembled, the lower part of air outlet will not have additional structure to interfere with the installation of lengthened guide plate, so that the expansion of function can be realized.

[0005] The utility model provides an air outlet decorative plate mounting structure, comprising:

[0006] Panel frame, which is provided with air outlet;

[0007] Air outlet decorative plate, which is arranged at the bottom of air outlet and detachably connected with panel frame, and is provided with a plurality of air outlet holes;

[0008] Adapter, which is detachably installed on the back of panel frame, and the front end of adapter abuts against the back of air outlet decorative plate.

[0009] In some embodiments, the adapter comprises a horizontal support part and a vertical support part connected with each other; the vertical support part is used for abutting against the back of air outlet decorative plate;

[0010] The top of vertical support part is provided with a third plug-in part, the back of panel frame is provided with a third slot part matched with the third plug-in part, the adapter is vertically slidably assembled on the panel frame, and the adapter and panel frame are fixedly connected through fastener.

[0011] In some embodiments, the vertical support part and the panel frame are fixedly connected through fastener;

[0012] The horizontal support has wings extending rearward along the inner side of the panel frame at both ends. The inner side of the panel frame is provided with a boss structure that engages with the wings. The wings and the boss structure are fixedly connected by fasteners.

[0013] In some embodiments, the front side of the vertical support portion is provided with a forward-protruding enclosure portion, the enclosure portion is arranged around the outer periphery of the air outlet area of ​​the air outlet trim panel and abuts against the air outlet trim panel; the vertical support portion on the inner side of the enclosure portion is provided with an air duct opening communicating with the air outlet.

[0014] In some embodiments, the back of the panel frame on both sides of the air outlet is provided with a slot portion, and the slot portion is provided with a slot; the two sides of the air outlet trim are respectively provided with a plug portion that mates with the slot, and the air outlet trim is vertically slidably mounted and fixed on the panel frame; the panel frame and the air outlet trim are fixedly connected by fasteners.

[0015] In some embodiments, a rib extending vertically along the air outlet is provided on the back of the panel frame on one side of the air outlet; the air outlet trim panel is provided with a groove corresponding to the rib; the groove is provided with a groove, and the rib is slidably disposed in the groove.

[0016] In some embodiments, the slot portion includes a first slot portion and a second slot portion, and the plug portion includes a first plug portion that mates with the first slot portion and a second plug portion that corresponds to the second slot portion;

[0017] The second slot portion is located on the same side of the air outlet as the rib position, and is located outside the rib position, while the first slot portion is located on the other side of the air outlet.

[0018] In some embodiments, the groove portion is connected to the second insertion portion.

[0019] In some embodiments, the air outlet trim panel has side portions extending to both sides, and the side portions abut against the back of the panel frame on both sides of the air outlet; the bottom of the air outlet trim panel has a bottom portion extending downward, and the bottom portion abuts against the back of the panel frame on the lower side of the air outlet.

[0020] This utility model also includes an air conditioner cabinet unit, which includes the above-mentioned air outlet decorative panel mounting structure.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and positive effects of this utility model are:

[0022] The above-mentioned air outlet trim installation structure features a detachable installation method. When an extended guide plate is required, the air outlet trim plate can be removed and then the extended guide plate can be installed. At the same time, since the adapter abuts against the back of the air outlet trim plate and is also a detachable structure, after removing the adapter, there will be no additional structure at the bottom of the air outlet interfering with the installation of the extended guide plate, thus achieving functional expansion. Attached Figure Description

[0023] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0024] Figure 1 This is a front structural diagram of the air outlet trim panel installation structure of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the rear structure of the air outlet decorative panel mounting structure of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged view at point I;

[0027] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the connecting component in the air outlet trim panel installation structure of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the air outlet trim panel installation structure after the adapter is disassembled.

[0029] Figure 6 for Figure 6 Enlarged view at point II;

[0030] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the sliding assembly structure for the air vent trim panel;

[0031] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the air outlet trim panel in the air outlet trim panel installation structure of this utility model;

[0032] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0033] 100-Panel frame; 110-Air outlet; 120-Rib; 130-Slot section; 131-First slot section; 132-Second slot section; 140-Panel frame fixing section; 150-Third slot section; 160-Boss structure;

[0034] 200 - Air outlet trim panel; 210 - Air outlet vent; 220 - Insertion part; 221 - First insertion part; 222 - Second insertion part; 230 - Sliding groove part; 240 - Side part; 250 - Bottom edge part; 260 - Trim panel fixing part;

[0035] 300 - Adapter; 310 - Horizontal support; 311 - Wing;

[0036] 320 - Vertical support part; 321 - Enclosure part; 322 - Air duct opening; 330 - Third insertion part. Detailed Implementation

[0037] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0038] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", 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 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.

[0039] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances. In the description of the above embodiments, specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics can be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0040] 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, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0041] Reference Figures 1-8This is one embodiment of the air outlet trim panel mounting structure of this utility model. This air outlet trim panel mounting structure is applicable to air conditioning cabinet units with a fresh air module function.

[0042] The air outlet trim installation structure includes a panel frame 100, an air outlet trim 200, an adapter 300, and fasteners (not shown).

[0043] The panel frame 100 is an important component of the air conditioner unit, and it has an air outlet 110 for guiding the airflow of the air conditioner.

[0044] The air outlet trim 200 is installed at the bottom of the air outlet 110 and is detachably connected to the panel frame 100. The main function of the air outlet trim 200 is to conceal the non-exterior structures inside the air conditioner unit, improving the product's aesthetics. The air outlet trim 200 has several air outlet holes 210 for use with the fresh air module to deliver fresh air. A guide plate (not shown) is also provided on the upper side of the air outlet 110 of the air outlet trim 200 for opening or closing the air outlet 110.

[0045] The adapter 300 is detachably installed on the back of the panel frame 100. The front end of the adapter 300 abuts against the back of the air outlet trim 200, which can provide additional support for the air outlet trim 200 and prevent the air outlet trim 200 from deforming or loosening due to long-term use. At the same time, it can enhance the stability of the overall air outlet 110 structure and prevent the air outlet trim 200 from loosening due to vibration or airflow impact.

[0046] The air outlet trim panel installation structure described above features a detachable installation method for the air outlet trim panel 200. When an extended guide plate is required, the air outlet trim panel 200 can be disassembled and then the extended guide plate can be installed. At the same time, since the adapter 300 abuts against the back of the air outlet trim panel 200 and is also a detachable structure, after removing the adapter 300, there will be no additional structure at the bottom of the air outlet 110 that interferes with the installation of the extended guide plate, thereby achieving functional expansion.

[0047] In some embodiments of this application, such as Figures 5-7 As shown, the back of the panel frame 100 on both sides of the air outlet 110 is provided with a slot portion 130, and the slot portion 130 is provided with a slot. The air outlet trim panel 200 is provided with a plug portion 220 on each side that mates with the slot, and the air outlet trim panel 200 can be mounted and fixed to the panel frame 100 by vertical sliding. The design of the plug portion 220 mates with the slot, realizing the quick installation and fixation of the air outlet trim panel 200.

[0048] After the air vent trim 200 is slidably assembled into place, the panel frame 100 and the air vent trim 200 are then fixedly connected by fasteners. The purpose of the fasteners is to further strengthen the connection between the air vent trim 200 and the panel frame 100, improve the stability of the structure, and ensure that the air vent trim 200 will not loosen or fall off during long-term use. Fasteners can be screws or similar devices.

[0049] After the air vent trim 200 is vertically slidably mounted onto the panel frame 100 from the back, the fasteners can be further tightened. Unlike traditional installation methods, there is no need to flip the product over, thus avoiding complicated operations, greatly simplifying the assembly process, and improving assembly efficiency. In addition, the fit between the slot and the plug 220 is more robust than the traditional snap-fit ​​structure, which can more reliably fix the air vent trim 200.

[0050] In some embodiments of this application, a rib 120 extending vertically along the air outlet 110 is provided on the back of the panel frame 100 on one side of the air outlet 110, and a groove portion 230 is provided on the air outlet trim panel 200 corresponding to the rib 120. The groove portion 230 is provided with a groove, and the rib 120 is slidably disposed in the groove. The specific shape and size of the groove should match the rib 120 to ensure smooth sliding.

[0051] The rib 120 not only serves as a guide, assisting in the sliding assembly of the air outlet trim panel 200, but also further improves the convenience and accuracy of its installation. Simultaneously, the rib 120 can conceal the internal structure, enhancing the product's aesthetics. Furthermore, the rib 120 strengthens the structural strength of the panel frame 100, improving the product's durability.

[0052] In some embodiments of this application, the slot portion 130 includes a first slot portion 131 and a second slot portion 132, and the insertion portion 220 includes a first insertion portion 221 that mates with the first slot portion 131 and a second insertion portion 222 that corresponds to the second slot portion 132. The second slot portion 132 and the rib 120 are located on the same side of the air outlet 110, and the second slot portion 132 is located outside the rib 120, while the first slot portion 131 is located on the other side of the air outlet 110.

[0053] The first slot portion 131 is located on one side of the air outlet 110, and the first plug portion 221 cooperates with the first slot portion 131 to fix one side of the air outlet trim panel 200.

[0054] The second slot portion 132 and the rib portion 120 are located on the same side of the air outlet 110 and on the outside of the rib portion 120. The second insertion portion 222 cooperates with the second slot portion 132 to fix the other side of the air outlet trim panel 200.

[0055] Furthermore, the connection between the groove portion 230 and the second insertion portion 222 can further simplify the structure of the air outlet trim panel 200 and enhance the assembly stability of the air outlet trim panel 200.

[0056] In some embodiments of this application, the second insertion portion 222 is connected to the bottom of the sliding groove portion 230, and correspondingly, the top opening of the slot on the second slot portion 132 is as follows: Figure 7 As shown, the air vent trim 200 slides from top to bottom, causing the second plug-in portion 222 to be inserted into the slot of the second slot portion 132. The first plug-in portion 221 extends outward along the side edge of the air vent trim 200, and the slot on the first slot portion 131 has openings at the top and sides for engaging with the first plug-in portion 221.

[0057] In some embodiments of this application, the air outlet trim panel 200 has side portions 240 extending to both sides. The side portions 240 abut against the back of the panel frame 100 on both sides of the air outlet 110. The side portions 240 can serve as a shield, improve the aesthetics of the product, and enhance the fixing effect of the air outlet trim panel 200.

[0058] In some embodiments of this application, the bottom of the air outlet trim panel 200 is provided with a bottom edge 250 extending downward. The bottom edge 250 abuts against the back of the panel frame 100 on the lower side of the air outlet 110. The bottom edge 250 can play a blocking role, improve the aesthetics of the product, and further enhance the fixing effect of the air outlet trim panel 200.

[0059] In some embodiments of this application, for ease of assembly, the air vent trim 200 is fixed to the panel frame 100 by sliding from top to bottom. In other embodiments, the air vent trim 200 may also be fixed to the panel frame 100 by sliding from bottom to top.

[0060] In some embodiments of this application, a panel frame fixing part 140 is provided on the back of the panel frame 100. The panel frame fixing part 140 has a screw post structure. A decorative panel fixing part 260 is provided on the air outlet decorative panel 200 corresponding to the panel frame fixing part 140. The decorative panel fixing part 260 has a mounting hole 261. The panel frame fixing part 140 and the decorative panel fixing part 260 can be fixedly connected by fasteners such as screws, thereby enhancing the fixing effect of the air outlet decorative panel 200. To simplify the assembly operation, the air outlet decorative panel 200 can be fixed with a single screw on one side.

[0061] In some embodiments of this application, the structure of the adapter 300 is specifically described in the following examples. Figure 4The adapter 300 includes a horizontal support portion 310 and a vertical support portion 320 connected to each other; wherein, the main function of the vertical support portion 320 is to abut against the back of the air outlet trim panel 200 to provide sufficient support and prevent the air outlet trim panel 200 from deforming or loosening due to long-term use.

[0062] Furthermore, the top of the vertical support portion 320 is provided with a third insertion portion 330, which is used to cooperate with the third slot portion 150 on the back of the panel frame 100, so that the adapter 300 can be slidably mounted on the panel frame 100 vertically. Figure 2 The third slot portion 150 has a slot with an opening facing downwards (not shown). The adapter 300 is assembled from bottom to top, and the third insertion portion 330 is inserted into the slot of the third slot portion 150 for positioning.

[0063] After the adapter 300 is slidably assembled into place, it is then fixedly connected to the panel frame 100 by fasteners. These fasteners further enhance the stability of the overall structure, preventing loosening due to long-term use.

[0064] In some embodiments of this application, mounting holes 323 may be provided on both sides of the vertical support portion 320, and it may be fixedly connected to the panel frame 100 by fasteners.

[0065] To further improve connection stability, the horizontal support 310 has wings 311 at both ends. These wings 311 extend rearward along the inner side of the panel frame 100. The inner side of the panel frame 100 has a boss structure 160 that mates with the wings 311. Mounting holes 312 are provided on the wings 311, and they are fixedly connected to the boss structure 160 using fasteners. By incorporating the wing structure 311, the adapter 300 effectively enhances the load-bearing capacity of the horizontal support 310, making the installation of the adapter 300 more stable. Simultaneously, because the wings 311 can evenly distribute external forces, they effectively prevent structural deformation caused by airflow impact or long-term use. Compared to traditional single-point connection methods, the cooperation between the wings 311 and the boss structure 160 makes the connection tighter, improving the long-term durability of the installation structure.

[0066] In some embodiments of this application, the front side of the vertical support portion 320 is provided with a forward-protruding enclosure portion 321. The enclosure portion 321 surrounds the outer periphery of the air outlet hole 210 area of ​​the air outlet decorative panel 200 and abuts against the air outlet decorative panel 200. The vertical support portion 320 on the inner side of the enclosure portion 321 has an air duct opening 322 communicating with the air outlet hole 210. The enclosure portion 321 is located on the front side of the vertical support portion 320 and protrudes forward. Its main function is to surround the air outlet hole area of ​​the air outlet decorative panel 200 to form a closed airflow channel, thereby reducing airflow loss and improving the air delivery effect.

[0067] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions claimed by this utility model.

Claims

1. An air outlet trim panel mounting structure, characterized in that, include: The panel frame has an air outlet. An air outlet trim panel is located at the bottom of the air outlet and is detachably connected to the panel frame; the air outlet trim panel has several air outlet holes. An adapter is detachably mounted on the back of the panel frame, with the front end of the adapter abutting against the back of the air vent trim.

2. The air outlet trim panel installation structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The adapter includes a horizontal support portion and a vertical support portion connected together; the vertical support portion is used to abut against the back of the air outlet trim panel; The top of the vertical support is provided with a third insertion part, and the back of the panel frame is provided with a third slot part that mates with the third insertion part. The adapter is vertically slidably mounted on the panel frame, and the adapter and the panel frame are fixedly connected by fasteners.

3. The air outlet trim panel installation structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The vertical support is fixedly connected to the panel frame by fasteners; The horizontal support has wings extending rearward along the inner side of the panel frame at both ends. The inner side of the panel frame is provided with a boss structure that engages with the wings. The wings and the boss structure are fixedly connected by fasteners.

4. The air outlet trim panel installation structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The front side of the vertical support is provided with a forward-protruding enclosure, which surrounds the outer periphery of the air outlet area of ​​the air outlet panel and abuts against the air outlet panel; the vertical support on the inner side of the enclosure is provided with an air duct opening that communicates with the air outlet.

5. The air outlet trim panel mounting structure according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, The back of the panel frame on both sides of the air outlet is provided with a slot portion, and the slot portion is provided with a slot; the two sides of the air outlet trim are respectively provided with a plug portion that mates with the slot, and the air outlet trim is vertically slidably assembled and fixed on the panel frame; the panel frame and the air outlet trim are fixedly connected by fasteners.

6. The air outlet trim panel installation structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The back of the panel frame on one side of the air outlet is provided with a rib extending vertically along the air outlet; the air outlet trim panel is provided with a groove corresponding to the rib; the groove is provided with a groove, and the rib is slidably disposed in the groove.

7. The air outlet trim panel installation structure according to claim 6, characterized in that, The slot portion includes a first slot portion and a second slot portion, and the plug portion includes a first plug portion that mates with the first slot portion and a second plug portion that corresponds to the second slot portion; The second slot portion is located on the same side of the air outlet as the rib position, and is located outside the rib position, while the first slot portion is located on the other side of the air outlet.

8. The air outlet trim panel installation structure according to claim 7, characterized in that, The groove portion is connected to the second insertion portion.

9. The air outlet trim panel installation structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The air outlet trim panel has side edges extending to both sides, which abut against the back of the panel frame on both sides of the air outlet; the bottom of the air outlet trim panel has a bottom edge extending downward, which abuts against the back of the panel frame on the lower side of the air outlet.

10. A cabinet air conditioner, characterized in that, Includes the air vent trim installation structure as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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