Window type air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model relates to a window type air conditioner, and a photovoltaic interface assembly of the window type air conditioner comprises a base which is fixed on the side wall of the window type air conditioner and located in an air inlet area on the outdoor side of the window type air conditioner; the photovoltaic interface is detachably and fixedly installed on the base and used for connecting electric power of an external photovoltaic panel to a circuit system of the window air conditioner. According to the window type air conditioner designed by the utility model, the base integrated with the photovoltaic interface is arranged on the air inlet side of the window type air conditioner, so that the external photovoltaic panel is conveniently connected with an electric power system of the window type air conditioner, and the functionality of the window type air conditioner is obviously improved on the premise that the air conditioner body does not need to be changed in a large range.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of air conditioner technology, and in particular to a window air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] Window air conditioners, as a common household appliance, are widely used due to their ease of installation and relatively low cost. However, traditional window air conditioners mainly rely on grid power, resulting in high energy consumption. Applying photovoltaic technology to window air conditioners, using solar energy to power the air conditioner or provide auxiliary power, can effectively reduce energy consumption and decrease dependence on traditional energy sources.

[0003] However, directly integrating photovoltaic panels into window air conditioners, which have relatively compact spaces, presents numerous challenges. For example, the limited external space of window air conditioners makes it difficult to install photovoltaic panels of sufficient area. Furthermore, effectively integrating key electrical components (such as inductors) from the photovoltaic system into the structure of the window air conditioner while avoiding impacting its original performance (such as heat dissipation and air intake) is also a technical challenge that needs to be addressed. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the aforementioned issues, this invention provides a window air conditioner that enables convenient access to photovoltaic energy and reduces the impact on air intake.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the window air conditioner designed in this utility model includes a photovoltaic interface component, wherein the photovoltaic interface component comprises:

[0006] The base is fixed to the side wall of the window air conditioner and is located in the air intake area on the outdoor side of the window air conditioner.

[0007] A photovoltaic interface is detachably and fixedly installed on the base for connecting the power of the external photovoltaic panel to the circuit system of the window air conditioner;

[0008] The base has a hollow structure for air intake in the air intake area.

[0009] Preferably, the window air conditioner has an air intake grille on the side wall of the air intake area, the air intake grille has an assembly port, the base is installed at the assembly port and located inside the window air conditioner, the base has a recessed groove that is recessed into the air intake grille, and at least a portion of the photovoltaic interface is accommodated in the recessed groove.

[0010] Preferably, the base is provided with first connecting ears extending vertically upward and downward on its upper and lower sides, respectively. The first connecting ears are provided with threaded holes, and the base is fixed to the inner side of the air inlet grille by fasteners passing through the threaded holes.

[0011] Preferably, a horizontally extending inductor bracket is fixedly connected to the first connecting ear on the upper side of the base. An inductor cover is detachably mounted on the upper surface of the inductor bracket. An inductor cavity for accommodating an inductor component is formed between the inductor cover and the inductor bracket. A wire hole communicating with the cavity is provided on the inductor cover.

[0012] Preferably, the bottom of the inductor cover is provided with a hook, and the upper surface of the inductor bracket is provided with a slot that matches the hook. The hook and the slot cooperate to realize the detachable connection between the inductor cover and the inductor bracket.

[0013] Preferably, the cross-section of the relief groove is trapezoidal, and the lower surface of the inductor bracket is provided with at least one first support plate, the at least one first support plate having an inclined side that abuts against the outer wall of the relief groove.

[0014] Preferably, the inductor bracket has a second support plate extending vertically downward on the side opposite to the first connecting ear, and the second support plate has ventilation holes.

[0015] Preferably, the bottom end of the second support plate is provided with a horizontally extending second connecting ear, which is used to connect to the inner side of the chassis of the window air conditioner.

[0016] Preferably, both the base and the inductor bracket are sheet metal parts.

[0017] Preferably, the inductor cover has a relief slope.

[0018] The window air conditioner designed in this utility model achieves convenient connection between the external photovoltaic panel and the window air conditioner's power system by setting a base with an integrated photovoltaic interface on the air intake side of the window air conditioner. This significantly improves its functionality without requiring extensive modifications to the air conditioner itself. At the same time, the hollow structure and recessed design ensure stable installation of the components while minimizing the impact on the original air intake of the window air conditioner and avoiding heat dissipation problems caused by the introduction of additional components, thereby maintaining the normal operating efficiency and cooling effect of the window air conditioner. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a side view of the window air conditioner provided in the embodiment of this application.

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the photovoltaic interface component provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0021] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 3D exploded view.

[0022] Figure 4This is a structural schematic diagram of the photovoltaic interface component provided in the embodiments of this application from another perspective.

[0023] The components include: window air conditioner 100, air intake area 101, air intake grille 102, assembly port 103, base 10, first connecting ear 11, threaded hole 12, photovoltaic interface 20, hollow structure 30, clearance groove 40, inductor bracket 50, inductor cover 51, clearance slope 511, wire hole 52, hook 53, slot 54, first support plate 60, side 61, second support plate 70, ventilation hole 71, and second connecting ear 72. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the preferred embodiments described herein are for illustration and explanation only and are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0025] The window air conditioner described in this embodiment aims to achieve convenient connection between the external photovoltaic panel and the window air conditioner's power system without requiring extensive modifications to the window air conditioner itself, thereby significantly improving its functionality.

[0026] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, it includes a photovoltaic interface component, which mainly includes a base 10, a photovoltaic interface 20, and a hollow structure 30.

[0027] The base 10 serves as the main support for the photovoltaic interface component. It is securely fixed to the side wall of the window air conditioner 100 using screws or clips, and this fixing position is located in the air intake area 101 on the outdoor side of the window air conditioner 100. In this embodiment, the base 10 is a sheet metal part with good strength and weather resistance, and its overall shape can be adjusted according to the actual air conditioner casing structure to ensure stable and aesthetically pleasing installation.

[0028] The photovoltaic interface 20 is used to connect an external photovoltaic panel, safely and reliably connecting the electricity generated by the photovoltaic panel to the circuit system of the window air conditioner 100. The photovoltaic interface 20 is detachably fixed to the base 10 by screws or clips, facilitating subsequent maintenance and replacement. In this embodiment, the photovoltaic interface 20 adopts a plug-in connection method, making the installation and removal of the photovoltaic panel more convenient and quick. Understandably, to meet different usage scenarios, the photovoltaic interface 20 can be selected with different interface types and specifications according to actual needs.

[0029] Furthermore, to minimize the impact of the base 10 on the air intake of the window air conditioner 100, the base 10 is provided with a perforated structure 30 for air intake from the air intake area 101. This perforated structure 30 can take various forms, such as multiple holes, a grid structure, or other perforated patterns that meet strength requirements. In this embodiment, the perforated structure 30 is distributed in a grid pattern on the base 10 to maximize the air intake area and ensure the normal operation of the window air conditioner 100.

[0030] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 , Figure 4 As shown, the window air conditioner 100 has an air inlet grille 102 on the side wall of the air inlet area 101. The air inlet grille 102 can be a grille type or a louver type structure. The air inlet grille 102 has an assembly port 103. The base 10 is installed at the assembly port 103 and located inside the window air conditioner 100. The base 10 has a recessed groove 40 that is recessed inward towards the air inlet grille 102. At least a portion of the photovoltaic interface 20 is accommodated in the recessed groove 40. In this embodiment, when the base 10 is installed, a portion of it is embedded in the assembly port 103 and located inside the window air conditioner 100. The base 10 has a recessed groove 40 that is recessed inward towards the air inlet grille 102. The recessed groove 40 is arc-shaped or square, and its size and depth can accommodate at least a portion of the photovoltaic interface 20. This makes the overall protruding size of the photovoltaic interface 20 as small as possible, thereby reducing the occupation of the external cavity of the window air conditioner.

[0031] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 , Figure 4 As shown, the base 10 has first connecting ears 11 extending vertically upwards and downwards on its upper and lower sides, respectively. These first connecting ears 11 are integrally formed with the base 10 and have a certain thickness and strength. The first connecting ears 11 are provided with threaded holes 12. The base 10 is fixed to the inner side of the air inlet grille 102 by fasteners passing through the threaded holes 12. During installation, fasteners, such as screws, can be directly connected to the pre-set threaded holes on the inner side of the air inlet grille 102, which not only makes the fixation more reliable, but also ensures that the base 10 does not protrude from the outer wall of the window air conditioner, making the overall appearance of the window air conditioner more concise and streamlined.

[0032] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4As shown, a horizontally extending inductor bracket 50 is fixedly connected to the first connecting lug 11 on the upper side of the base 10. This inductor bracket 50 is a sheet metal part with good strength and heat dissipation performance. An inductor cover 51 is detachably mounted on the upper surface of the inductor bracket 50. The inductor cover 51 is a plastic part with good insulation and weather resistance. A receiving cavity for accommodating the inductor is formed between the inductor cover 51 and the inductor bracket 50. The inductor cover 51 has a wire hole 52 communicating with this receiving cavity, facilitating the connection of the inductor to an external circuit.

[0033] In this embodiment, the inductor bracket 50 provides a mounting base for the inductor of the window air conditioner 100, thereby fixing and protecting the inductor. At the same time, by utilizing this structure, effective heat dissipation of the inductor is achieved through the air intake of the hollow structure 30 and the air intake area 101, avoiding the need for additional heat dissipation structures that would otherwise be required in related technologies, where the inductor is centrally located in the control box.

[0034] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 As shown, the bottom of the inductor cover 51 is provided with a hook 53, and the upper surface of the inductor bracket 50 is provided with a slot 54 that matches the hook 53. The hook 53 and the slot 54 cooperate to achieve a detachable connection between the inductor cover 51 and the inductor bracket 50. This connection method is not only stable and reliable and not easy to loosen, but also avoids the use of additional fasteners, thereby effectively reducing production costs.

[0035] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, the relief groove 40 has a trapezoidal cross-section, and the lower surface of the inductor bracket 50 is provided with at least one first support plate 60. The at least one first support plate 60 has an inclined side 61, which abuts against the outer wall of the relief groove 40. This embodiment, by designing the relief groove 40 with a trapezoidal cross-section and combining it with the first support plate 60 with an inclined side 61 on the lower surface of the inductor bracket 50, achieves a stable and reliable inductor bracket support structure. This not only improves the stability of the structure and the utilization rate of the cavity, but also makes installation more convenient and efficient.

[0036] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 , Figure 3 As shown, a second support plate 70 extending vertically downwards is provided on the side of the inductor bracket 50 opposite to the first connecting ear 11, and the second support plate 70 is provided with ventilation holes 71. The second support plate 70 is integrally formed with the inductor bracket 50. The support of the second support plate 70 can prevent excessive swaying caused by the inductor bracket 50 being supported on one side during the operation of the window air conditioner. At the same time, the area of ​​the ventilation hole 71 is large enough relative to the area of ​​the second support plate 70, which can ensure the heat dissipation of the inductor components and effectively avoid affecting the air intake.

[0037] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, the bottom end of the second support plate 70 is provided with a horizontally extending second connecting ear 72, which is used to connect to the inner side of the chassis of the window air conditioner 100. The second connecting ear 72 is designed to connect to the inner side of the chassis of the window air conditioner 100, providing an additional fixing point for the inductor bracket 50 and enhancing the stability and reliability of the overall structure.

[0038] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 , Figure 4 As shown, the inductor cover 51 has a relief slope 511. The relief slope 511 can reduce airflow resistance during air intake.

[0039] The window air conditioner provided in this embodiment achieves convenient connection between the external photovoltaic panel and the window air conditioner's power system by setting a base with an integrated photovoltaic interface on the air intake side of the window air conditioner. This significantly improves its functionality without requiring extensive modifications to the air conditioner itself. At the same time, the hollow structure and recessed design ensure stable installation of the components while minimizing the impact on the original air intake of the window air conditioner and avoiding heat dissipation problems caused by the introduction of additional components, thereby maintaining the normal operating efficiency and cooling effect of the window air conditioner.

[0040] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "vertical", "up", "down", "horizontal", 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.

[0041] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0042] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Although the 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. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A window-type air conditioner characterized by comprising: The photovoltaic interface assembly comprises: a base fixed to the side wall of the window air conditioner and located in the air inlet area on the outdoor side of the window air conditioner; a photovoltaic interface detachably fixed and installed on the base for connecting the power of an external photovoltaic panel to the circuit system of the window air conditioner; wherein the base is provided with a hollow structure for air inlet from the air inlet area; the window air conditioner has an air inlet grille on the side wall of the air inlet area, the air inlet grille is provided with a mounting opening, the base is installed at the mounting opening and located inside the window air conditioner, the base has a recessed slot recessed towards the inside of the air inlet grille, and at least a part of the photovoltaic interface is accommodated in the recessed slot.

2. The window-type air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized by The upper and lower sides of the base are respectively provided with first connecting ears vertically extending upwards and downwards, the first connecting ears are provided with threaded holes, and the base is fixed by fasteners passing through the threaded holes and abutting against the inside of the air inlet grille.

3. The window-type air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized by The first connecting ear on the upper side of the base is fixedly connected with a horizontally extending inductor support, the upper surface of the inductor support is detachably installed with an inductor cover, the inductor cover and the inductor support form an accommodation cavity for accommodating an inductor element, and the inductor cover is provided with a threading hole communicating with the accommodation cavity.

4. The window-type air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized by The inductor cover is provided with a clamping hook, the upper surface of the inductor support is provided with a clamping groove matched with the clamping hook, and the clamping hook and the clamping groove cooperate to realize detachable connection of the inductor cover and the inductor support.

5. The window-type air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized by The cross section of the recessed slot is trapezoidal, and the lower surface of the inductor support is provided with at least one first support plate, and the at least one first support plate has an inclined side edge abutting against the outer side wall of the recessed slot.

6. The window-type air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized by The side of the inductor support away from the first connecting ear is provided with a second support plate vertically extending downwards, and the second support plate is provided with a ventilation hole.

7. The window-type air conditioner according to claim 6, characterized by The bottom end of the second support plate is provided with a horizontally extending second connecting ear for connecting the inside of the bottom disc of the window air conditioner.

8. The window-type air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized by The base and the inductor support are sheet metal parts.

9. The window-type air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized by The inductor cover has a recessed inclined surface.

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