Switching air duct assembly for air conditioner and air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of air conditioners, and discloses a switching air duct assembly for an air conditioner. The air conditioner comprises an indoor unit, the indoor unit is provided with an air supply outlet, the switching air duct assembly comprises a switching piece, the switching piece is provided with a first connection inlet, a first connection outlet and a second connection outlet, the first connection inlet is communicated with the first connection outlet and the second connection outlet, and the first connection inlet is matched with the air supply outlet of the indoor unit; the first access port is suitable for communicating with an air supply outlet of the indoor unit, so that air outlet airflow of the indoor unit flows into the first access port and flows out through the first access port and the second access port; and the turning part comprises a turning air duct communicating with the air inlet and the air outlet, the air inlet communicates with the first connecting opening or the second connecting opening of the adapter part, the air outlet direction of the air outlet is different from the air outlet direction of the air supply opening, and the turning part is used for changing the air outlet direction of the indoor unit. The utility model further discloses the air conditioner.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of air conditioner technology, specifically to a transfer duct assembly for an air conditioner and an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, ducted air conditioners are mostly installed using ceiling mounting. In traditional installation, the panel is usually installed directly at the air outlet of the indoor unit. This installation method makes the air outlet direction of the panel the same as that of the indoor unit, which increases the limitations of panel installation and results in a relatively limited range of applicable installation scenarios.

[0003] The related technology discloses an air conditioner indoor unit, which is suitable for placement above the ceiling. The ceiling has an air outlet area, and an air outlet connector is provided at the air outlet of the indoor unit's air outlet panel. An air outlet duct connects the air outlet connector and the air outlet area, so that the air outlet duct extends towards the air outlet area to guide air to the air outlet area. The length of the air outlet duct can be designed according to the installation space in the kitchen, allowing the air conditioner indoor unit to be flexibly installed according to different kitchen spaces.

[0004] In the process of implementing the embodiments of this disclosure, at least the following problems were found in the related art:

[0005] In related technologies, although the air outlet direction can be changed by setting an air outlet duct between the air outlet connector and the air outlet area, an air outlet connector needs to be set at each air outlet on the air outlet panel, which increases the installation difficulty.

[0006] It should be noted that the information disclosed in the background section above is only used to enhance the understanding of the background of this application, and therefore may include information that does not constitute prior art known to those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content

[0007] To provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed embodiments, a brief summary is given below. This summary is not intended as a general commentary, nor is it intended to identify key / important components or describe the scope of protection of these embodiments, but rather as a prelude to the detailed description that follows.

[0008] This disclosure provides a ductwork adapter assembly and an air conditioner for use in an air conditioner, thereby reducing the installation difficulty of the ductwork adapter assembly.

[0009] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a transfer duct assembly for an air conditioner is provided. The air conditioner includes an indoor unit with an air outlet. The transfer duct assembly includes: a transfer member having a first inlet, a first outlet, and a second outlet, both of which are connected. The first inlet is adapted to the air outlet of the indoor unit and is suitable for connecting to the air outlet of the indoor unit so that the airflow from the indoor unit flows into the first inlet and out through the first and second outlets; and a bend member including a turning duct connecting the air inlet and the air outlet, the air inlet being connected to either the first or second outlet of the transfer member, the air outlet having a different airflow direction than the air outlet, for changing the airflow direction of the indoor unit.

[0010] Optionally, the first inlet of the adapter is square and adapted to the air outlet of the indoor unit, and the first outlet and the second outlet of the adapter are both circular; and / or, the air inlet of the bend is circular and adapted to the first outlet or the second outlet of the adapter, and the air outlet of the bend is square.

[0011] Optionally, the adapter includes: a first air duct connecting a first inlet and a first outlet; and a second air duct connecting the first inlet and the second outlet; wherein the first air duct and the second air duct are arranged side by side, the first outlet and the second outlet are located on the same side of the adapter, and the first outlet and the second outlet are arranged opposite to the first inlet.

[0012] Optionally, the first air duct includes a first sidewall near the second air duct, the second air duct includes a second sidewall near the first air duct, the end of the first sidewall facing the first inlet is connected to the end of the second sidewall facing the first inlet, and the connection is smoothly transitioned; and / or, the first air duct includes a third sidewall away from the second air duct, the third sidewall is inclined inward along the direction from the first inlet to the first outlet, and the second air duct includes a fourth sidewall away from the first air duct, the fourth sidewall is inclined inward along the direction from the first inlet to the second outlet.

[0013] Optionally, the bend further includes: a deflector, disposed in the turning duct and extending along the direction from the air inlet toward the air outlet, so that the turning duct is divided into a first sub-turning duct and a second sub-turning duct.

[0014] Optionally, the baffle includes: baffle ribs disposed on the surface of the baffle, and the baffle ribs extend in the direction from the air inlet to the air outlet; if there are multiple baffle ribs, the multiple baffle ribs are arranged at intervals along the width direction of the baffle.

[0015] Optionally, the adapter is provided with a snap-fit ​​part, and the bend is provided with a snap-fit ​​mating part, the snap-fit ​​part and the snap-fit ​​mating part cooperating to make the adapter and the bend detachably connected.

[0016] Optionally, the adapter duct assembly for the air conditioner further includes: an insulated duct, disposed between the adapter and the bend, one end of the insulated duct being connected to the first or second outlet of the adapter, and the other end of the insulated duct being connected to the air inlet of the bend.

[0017] According to a second aspect of the present invention, an air conditioner is provided, comprising: an indoor unit having an air outlet; and a ductwork assembly for an air conditioner as described in any of the above-disclosed embodiments, wherein a first inlet of the ductwork assembly is connected to the air outlet of the indoor unit, and the air outlet of the bend assembly has an air outlet direction different from that of the air outlet of the indoor unit.

[0018] Optionally, the indoor unit is also provided with a return air vent, and the air conditioner also includes: an air outlet panel, which is provided with an air inlet area and an air outlet area. The air inlet area is connected to the return air vent of the indoor unit, and the air outlet area is connected to the air outlet of the bend. The air inlet area and the air outlet area are located in the same plane of the air outlet panel so that the air conditioner can draw in and vent air from the same plane.

[0019] The air duct adapter assembly and air conditioner for air conditioners provided in this disclosure can achieve the following technical effects:

[0020] The first inlet of the adapter is compatible with the air outlet of the indoor unit. Through this first inlet, it works in conjunction with the entire air outlet to draw the airflow from the indoor unit into the adapter. The airflow can then exit through the first and second outlets, being distributed in different directions, increasing the flexibility of airflow. This reduces the number of adapters needed, simplifies installation, and effectively lowers the installation difficulty of the adapter duct assembly. The air inlet of the bend connector connects to either the first or second outlet of the adapter. The air outlet of the bend connector has a different airflow direction than the air outlet of the indoor unit, allowing the airflow direction to be changed according to actual installation needs. By using adapters and bend connectors, the airflow direction of the indoor unit can be flexibly changed to meet the installation requirements of various scenarios.

[0021] The above general description and the description below are exemplary and illustrative only and are not intended to limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0022] One or more embodiments are illustrated by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings. These illustrations and drawings do not constitute a limitation on the embodiments. Elements having the same reference numerals in the drawings are shown as similar elements. The drawings are not to be scaled. And wherein:

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a transfer duct assembly for an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure, wherein the arrow indicates the direction of the first inlet toward the first outlet;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of another transfer duct assembly for an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of another transfer duct assembly for an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0026] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of another transfer duct assembly for an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0027] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 The cross-sectional diagram shown in section AA indicates the direction from the air inlet to the air outlet.

[0028] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of a transfer duct assembly and an air outlet panel for an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure, wherein the reverse arrow indicates the length direction of the air outlet panel;

[0029] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an adapter provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure, wherein the arrow indicates the direction from the first inlet to the second outlet;

[0030] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of a bend component provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure, wherein the arrow indicates the width direction of the guide plate.

[0031] Figure label:

[0032] 10: Adapter; 11: First inlet; 12: First outlet; 13: Second outlet; 14: First air duct; 141: First side wall; 142: Third side wall; 15: Second air duct; 151: Second side wall; 152: Fourth side wall; 16: Connection; 17: Snap-fit ​​part; 171: Buckle;

[0033] 20: Bend; 21: Air inlet; 22: Air outlet; 23: Turning air duct; 231: First sub-turning air duct; 232: Second sub-turning air duct; 24: Guide plate; 241: Guide rib; 25: Snap-fit ​​mating part; 251: Snap protrusion;

[0034] 30: Insulated air duct; 31: Clamp;

[0035] 40: Air outlet panel; 41: Air inlet area; 42: Air outlet area. Detailed Implementation

[0036] To provide a more detailed understanding of the features and technical content of the embodiments of this disclosure, the implementation of the embodiments of this disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the embodiments of this disclosure. In the following technical description, for ease of explanation, several details are used to provide a full understanding of the disclosed embodiments. However, one or more embodiments may still be implemented without these details. In other cases, well-known structures and devices may be simplified in their depiction to simplify the drawings.

[0037] The terms "first," "second," etc., used in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this disclosure are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate for the embodiments of this disclosure described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0038] In this disclosure, the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "middle," "outer," "front," and "rear," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are primarily for better description of the embodiments of this disclosure and their implementations, and are not intended to limit the indicated devices, elements, or components to having a specific orientation, or to require them to be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Furthermore, some of the aforementioned terms may be used to indicate other meanings besides orientation or positional relationship; for example, the term "upper" may in some cases indicate a dependency or connection relationship. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in the embodiments of this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0039] Furthermore, the terms "set up," "connect," and "fix" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral structure; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or it can be an internal connection between two devices, components, or parts. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0040] Unless otherwise stated, the term "multiple" means two or more.

[0041] In this embodiment of the disclosure, the character " / " indicates that the objects before and after it are in an "or" relationship. For example, A / B means: A or B.

[0042] The term "and / or" describes an association between objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B means: A or B, or A and B.

[0043] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in the present disclosure can be combined with each other.

[0044] Combination Figure 1-8 As shown in the figure, this disclosure provides a ductwork adapter for an air conditioner. The air conditioner includes an indoor unit with an air outlet. The ductwork adapter includes an adapter 10 and a bend 20.

[0045] The adapter 10 is provided with a first inlet 11, a first outlet 12, and a second outlet 13. The first inlet 11 is connected to the first outlet 12 and the second outlet 13. The first inlet 11 is adapted to the air outlet of the indoor unit and is suitable to be connected to the air outlet of the indoor unit so that the airflow of the indoor unit flows into the first inlet 11 and flows out through the first outlet 12 and the second outlet 13. The bend 20 includes a turning duct 23 connecting the air inlet 21 and the air outlet 22. The air inlet 21 is connected to the first outlet 12 or the second outlet 13 of the adapter 10. The air outlet 22 has a different air outlet direction than the air outlet, which is used to change the air outlet direction of the indoor unit.

[0046] The adapter duct assembly for an air conditioner provided in this embodiment adapts the first inlet 11 of the adapter 10 to the air outlet of the indoor unit. The first inlet 11 cooperates with the entire air outlet to introduce the airflow from the indoor unit into the adapter 10. The airflow can exit through the first outlet 12 and the second outlet 13, being distributed in different directions, increasing the flexibility of airflow. This reduces the number of adapters 10 used, simplifies installation steps, and effectively reduces the installation difficulty of the adapter duct assembly. The air inlet 21 of the bend 20 is connected to either the first outlet 12 or the second outlet 13 of the adapter 10. The air outlet 22 of the bend has a different airflow direction than the air outlet of the indoor unit, allowing the airflow direction to be changed according to actual installation requirements. By setting the adapter 10 and the bend 20, the airflow direction of the indoor unit can be flexibly changed to meet the installation needs of various scenarios.

[0047] Optionally, combined Figure 1 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 7 As shown, the first inlet 11 of the adapter 10 is square and adapted to the air outlet of the indoor unit, while the first outlet 12 and the second outlet 13 of the adapter 10 are both circular.

[0048] In ducted air conditioners, the indoor unit's air outlet is typically square. The first inlet 11 of the adapter 10 is also correspondingly square, allowing the adapter 10 to better match the indoor unit's air outlet and improving its versatility. The square first inlet 11 fits snugly with the indoor unit's square air outlet, reducing air leakage and airflow resistance, ensuring smooth airflow. By converting the indoor unit's square air outlet into a circular first outlet 12 and second outlet 13 using the adapter 10, resistance to airflow during operation is reduced, thus minimizing airflow loss.

[0049] Setting the first inlet 11 to be square, and setting two circular outlets, the first outlet 12 and the second outlet 13, can make the total air outlet area formed by the first outlet 12 and the second outlet 13 approximately the same as the air inlet area of ​​the first inlet 11. At the same time, it can avoid the problem of the diameter of the circle being too large when setting a single circular outlet, thereby saving installation space.

[0050] Optionally, combined Figure 8 As shown, the air inlet 21 of the bend 20 is circular and adapted to the first outlet 12 or the second outlet 13 of the adapter 10, while the air outlet 22 of the bend 20 is square.

[0051] The bend 20 is adapted to connect to the air outlet panel 40, which is typically square. The air outlet 22 of the bend 20 is square primarily to match the square air outlet panel 40, improving the installation flexibility of the ductwork assembly. The first outlet 12 or the second outlet 13 of the adapter 10 is circular, and the air inlet 21 of the bend 20 is correspondingly circular, allowing the air inlet 21 to fit tightly with the first outlet 12 or the second outlet 13.

[0052] Optionally, combined Figure 1 As shown, there are two bends 20, and the two bends 20 are connected to the first outlet 12 and the second outlet 13 respectively.

[0053] The number of bends 20 can be determined based on the number of inlet ports, and the design of multiple bends 20 makes the installation process more flexible. The adapter 10 includes a first inlet port 12 and a second inlet port 13, and correspondingly, two bends 20 are provided. The two bends 20 are connected to the first inlet port 12 and the second inlet port 13 respectively, and can respectively change the airflow direction of the air supply at the first inlet port 12 and the second inlet port 13. During installation, the number of bends 20 can be selected according to actual needs, or the airflow direction of each bend 20 can be adjusted as needed. This design not only improves installation flexibility but also reduces installation difficulty.

[0054] Optionally, combined Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the adapter 10 includes a first air duct 14 and a second air duct 15. The first air duct 14 connects the first inlet 11 and the first outlet 12. The second air duct 15 connects the first inlet 11 and the second outlet 13. The first air duct 14 and the second air duct 15 are arranged side by side. The first outlet 12 and the second outlet 13 are located on the same side of the adapter 10 and are arranged opposite to the first inlet 11.

[0055] After entering the adapter 10 through the first inlet 11, the airflow flows into the first air duct 14 and the second air duct 15, and then exits through the first outlet 12 and the second outlet 13, respectively. The parallel arrangement of the first and second air ducts 14 and 15 allows the airflow to be evenly distributed in two directions, improving the uniformity and stability of the airflow. Placing the first outlet 12 and the second outlet 13 on the same side of the adapter 10 simplifies the installation process and improves its convenience and reliability. The opposite arrangement of the first outlet 12 and the second outlet 13 to the first inlet 11 optimizes the airflow path, reduces resistance during transmission, and thus improves the transmission efficiency of the airflow.

[0056] It is understandable that the first air duct 14 and the second air duct 15 can also extend in different directions, so that the first outlet 12 and the second outlet 13 can discharge air in different directions.

[0057] Optionally, Figure 4 As shown, the first air duct 14 includes a first sidewall 141 near the second air duct 15, and the second air duct 15 includes a second sidewall 151 near the first air duct 14. The end of the first sidewall 141 facing the first inlet 11 is connected to the end of the second sidewall 151 facing the first inlet 11, and the connection 16 is smoothly transitioned.

[0058] The first air duct 14 and the second air duct 15 are arranged side by side. The first sidewall 141 and the second sidewall 151 of the first air duct 14 and the second air duct 15 are connected, and the connection 16 is smoothly transitioned, so that the airflow towards the first air duct 14 and the second air duct 15 is smoother. This can reduce the resistance of the airflow in the first air duct 14 and the second air duct 15, thereby reducing air volume loss and reducing noise.

[0059] Optionally, combined Figure 1-4 As shown, the first air duct 14 includes a third sidewall 142 away from the second air duct 15, the third sidewall 142 being inclined inward along the direction of the first inlet 11 toward the first outlet 12, and the second air duct 15 includes a fourth sidewall 152 away from the first air duct 14, the fourth sidewall 152 being inclined inward along the direction of the first inlet 11 toward the second outlet 13.

[0060] The direction of the first access point 11 towards the first access point 12 is as follows: Figure 1 As indicated by the middle arrow. The direction of the first inlet 11 toward the second outlet 13 is as follows. Figure 7 As indicated by the middle arrow, the third sidewall 142 of the first air duct 14 slopes inward from the first inlet 11 toward the first outlet 12, and the fourth sidewall 152 of the second air duct 15 slopes inward from the first inlet 11 toward the second outlet 13, causing the two sides of the adapter 10 to form a tapering structure along the flow direction of the airflow. The inwardly sloped third sidewall 142 guides the airflow to flow more smoothly toward the first outlet 12, and the inwardly sloped fourth sidewall 152 guides the airflow to flow more smoothly toward the second outlet 13. This allows the airflow to flow more concentratedly and smoothly within the first air duct 14 and the second air duct 15, reducing resistance and eddies in the airflow within the adapter 10.

[0061] Optionally, combined Figure 3 , Figure 5 and Figure 8 As shown, the bend 20 also includes a guide plate 24, which is disposed in the turning air duct 23 and extends along the direction from the air inlet 21 toward the air outlet 22, so that the turning air duct 23 is divided into a first sub-turning air duct 231 and a second sub-turning air duct 232.

[0062] The direction of the air inlet towards the air outlet is as follows: Figure 5 As indicated by the middle arrow, a guide vane 24 is provided inside the turning air duct 23 of the bend 20. The guide vane 24 extends from the air inlet 21 towards the air outlet 22, dividing the turning air duct 23 into a first sub-turning air duct 231 and a second sub-turning air duct 232. This allows the airflow to flow more smoothly when turning through the bend 20, preventing turbulence from forming inside the bend 20 and avoiding airflow attenuation.

[0063] Optionally, combined Figure 5 As shown, the air guide plate 24 extends in an arc shape along the direction from the air inlet to the air outlet.

[0064] In this way, the guide vane 24 can better guide the airflow along the arc path, making the airflow on the surface of the guide vane smoother, reducing the resistance of the airflow, and thus reducing the noise generated during the airflow process.

[0065] The bend 20 has an L-shaped or similar structure, with the air inlet 21 and air outlet 22 located at the two ends of the L-shape, allowing the bend 20 to effectively change the direction of the airflow. Correspondingly, the guide vane 24 is also L-shaped or similar, allowing it to better adapt to the structure of the bend 20, thus enabling the airflow to flow more smoothly along the guide vane 24 during the turning process.

[0066] Optionally, combined Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 8 As shown, the guide plate 24 includes guide ribs 241, which are disposed on the surface of the guide plate 24 and extend along the air inlet 21 toward the air outlet 22. When there are multiple guide ribs 241, the multiple guide ribs 241 are arranged at intervals along the width direction of the guide plate 24.

[0067] The width direction of the deflector 24 is as follows Figure 8 As indicated by the middle arrow, the guide ribs 241 are disposed on the surface of the guide plate 24, which can divert the airflow, thereby avoiding or reducing airflow turbulence and improving the transmission efficiency of the airflow. The guide ribs 241 extend from the air inlet 21 towards the air outlet 22, effectively guiding the airflow towards the air outlet 22. This makes the airflow on the surface of the guide plate 24 smoother, reducing airflow resistance and noise on the surface of the guide plate 24. When there are multiple guide ribs 241, they extend from the air inlet 21 towards the air outlet 22 and are spaced apart along the width of the guide plate 24, allowing for a more uniform distribution of the airflow. This makes the airflow on the surface of the guide plate 24 more orderly, improving the uniformity and stability of the airflow.

[0068] Optionally, combined Figure 5 As shown, the adapter 10 is provided with a snap-fit ​​part 17, and the bend 20 is provided with a snap-fit ​​mating part 25. The snap-fit ​​part 17 and the snap-fit ​​mating part 25 cooperate to make the adapter 10 and the bend 20 detachably connected.

[0069] The adapter 10 and the bend 20 are detachably connected via a snap-fit ​​mechanism, making the connection between them more convenient and reliable, and improving the ease of installation and maintenance. Through the engagement of the snap-fit ​​part 17 and the snap-fit ​​mating part 25, the adapter 10 and the bend 20 can be quickly connected and disassembled, simplifying the installation process. Furthermore, the snap-fit ​​mechanism ensures a tight and secure connection between the adapter 10 and the bend 20, reducing air leakage and airflow resistance.

[0070] Optionally, combined Figure 5As shown, one of the snap-fit ​​part 17 and the snap-fit ​​mating part 25 is a snap-fit ​​171 and the other is a snap-fit ​​protrusion 251. The snap-fit ​​171 can snap into the snap-fit ​​protrusion 251.

[0071] The bend 20 and the adapter 10 are fixed together by a snap fastener 171 and a snap protrusion 251, which achieves a firm connection between the bend 20 and the adapter 10 and makes the installation process simpler and faster. The snap fastener 171 can be the snap-fit ​​part 17, and the snap-fit ​​mating part 25 can be the snap protrusion 251. Alternatively, the snap fastener 17 can be the snap protrusion, and the snap-fit ​​mating part 25 can be the snap fastener. This application uses the snap fastener 171 and the snap-fit ​​mating part 25 as an example. It is understood that the snap fastener 17 and the snap-fit ​​mating part 25 can also be fixed by other installation methods such as a snap-block and snap-slot structure or plug-in connection.

[0072] Optionally, combined Figure 2 As shown, the air duct assembly for the air conditioner also includes an insulated air duct 30, which is located between the adapter 10 and the bend 20. One end of the insulated air duct 30 is connected to the first outlet 12 or the second outlet 13 of the adapter 10, and the other end of the insulated air duct 30 is connected to the air inlet 21 of the bend 20.

[0073] The air conditioner includes an indoor unit and an air outlet panel 40. A transition duct assembly is installed between the indoor unit and the air outlet panel 40 to change the air outlet direction of the indoor unit. In installation scenarios where a greater distance is required between the air outlet panel 40 and the indoor unit, an insulated air duct 30 is added between the bend 20 and the transition piece 10. The two ends of the insulated air duct 30 are connected to both the bend 20 and the transition piece 10, respectively, extending the airflow path. This allows the transition duct assembly to accommodate larger installation distances, improving installation flexibility. Simultaneously, the insulated air duct 30 maintains the temperature of the airflow during transmission between the transition piece 10 and the bend 20, reducing heat loss. There can be two insulated air ducts 30, one located between the first outlet 12 and the air inlet 21 of the bend 20, and the other between the second outlet 13 and the air inlet 21 of the bend 20.

[0074] Optionally, combined Figure 2 As shown, the insulation channel is installed and fixed to the adapter 10 and / or the bend 20 by clamps 31.

[0075] The clamp 31 makes the installation of the insulated air duct 30 simpler and faster, effectively improving installation efficiency. The clamp also enhances the tightness and stability of the connection between the insulated channel and the adapter 10 and / or the bend 20.

[0076] This disclosure provides an air conditioner, including an indoor unit and a ductwork assembly for the air conditioner as described in any of the above-disclosed embodiments. The indoor unit is provided with an air outlet. The first inlet 11 of the adapter 10 is connected to the air outlet of the indoor unit, and the air outlet 22 of the bend 20 has a different air outlet direction than the air outlet of the indoor unit.

[0077] The air conditioner provided in this embodiment includes the transfer duct assembly for air conditioners as described in any of the above-disclosed embodiments, and therefore has all the beneficial effects of the transfer duct assembly for air conditioners as described in any of the above-disclosed embodiments, which will not be repeated here.

[0078] Optionally, combined Figure 6 As shown, the indoor unit is also provided with a return air vent, and the air conditioner also includes an air outlet panel 40. The air outlet panel 40 is provided with an air inlet area 41 and an air outlet area 42. The air inlet area 41 is connected to the return air vent of the indoor unit, and the air outlet area 42 is connected to the air outlet 22 of the bend 20. The air inlet area 41 and the air outlet area 42 are located in the same plane of the air outlet panel 40 so that the air conditioner can draw in and vent air from the same plane.

[0079] For ducted air conditioners, the air outlet panel 40 is typically installed in the ceiling, with the indoor unit located above it and its air outlet facing to the side. The air inlet area 41 of the air outlet panel 40 connects to the return air vent of the indoor unit for air return. The air outlet area 42 of the air outlet panel 40 connects to the air outlet 22 of the bend 20 for air supply. The air inlet area 41 and the air outlet area 42 are located on the same plane of the air outlet panel 40, making its structure more compact and reducing the required installation space. This allows the air outlet panel 40 to be more flexible in adapting to different space constraints during installation, improving space utilization. The bend 20 and the air outlet panel 40 are fixedly connected using a combination of clips 171 and screws.

[0080] Optionally, combined Figure 6 As shown, the air inlet area 41 is located on the side of the air outlet area 42 along the length of the air outlet panel.

[0081] The length direction of the air outlet panel 40 is as follows Figure 6 As indicated by the middle arrow, the air inlet area 41 is located on one or both sides of the air outlet area 42 along the length of the air outlet panel 40. This makes the overall design of the air outlet panel more compact and effectively reduces the installation space requirements.

[0082] The foregoing description and accompanying drawings fully illustrate embodiments of the present disclosure to enable those skilled in the art to practice them. Other embodiments may include structural and other changes. The embodiments represent only possible variations. Individual components and functions are optional unless explicitly required, and the order of operation may vary. Parts and features of some embodiments may be included or substituted for parts and features of other embodiments. Embodiments of the present disclosure are not limited to the structures described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes may be made without departing from its scope. The scope of the present disclosure is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. An adapter air duct assembly for an air conditioner, comprising: The air conditioner comprises an indoor unit, the indoor unit is provided with an air outlet, and the adapter air duct assembly comprises: an adapter, which is provided with a first connecting inlet, a first connecting outlet and a second connecting outlet, the first connecting inlet is in communication with the first connecting outlet and the second connecting outlet, the first connecting inlet is matched with the air outlet of the indoor unit, and the first connecting inlet is adapted to be in communication with the air outlet of the indoor unit, so that the air flow of the indoor unit flows into the first connecting inlet and flows out through the first connecting outlet and the second connecting outlet; a bent neck piece, which comprises a turning air duct in communication with an air inlet and an air outlet, the air inlet is in communication with the first connecting outlet or the second connecting outlet of the adapter, and the air outlet is different from the air outlet of the air outlet in the air outlet direction, and is used for changing the air outlet direction of the indoor unit.

2. The adapter air duct assembly for the air conditioner according to claim 1, wherein the first connecting inlet of the adapter is a square matched with the air outlet of the indoor unit, and the first connecting outlet and the second connecting outlet of the adapter are both circular; and / or the air inlet of the bent neck piece is circular matched with the first connecting outlet or the second connecting outlet of the adapter, and the air outlet of the bent neck piece is square.

3. The adapter duct assembly for an air conditioner of claim 1, wherein, The adapter comprises: a first air duct in communication with the first connecting inlet and the first connecting outlet; a second air duct in communication with the first connecting inlet and the second connecting outlet; wherein the first air duct and the second air duct are arranged side by side, the first connecting outlet and the second connecting outlet are arranged on the same side of the adapter, and the first connecting outlet and the second connecting outlet are oppositely arranged with the first connecting inlet.

4. The adapter air duct assembly for the air conditioner according to claim 3, wherein the first air duct comprises a first side wall close to the second air duct, the second air duct comprises a second side wall close to the first air duct, one end of the first side wall towards the first connecting inlet is connected with one end of the second side wall towards the first connecting inlet, and the connection is smooth transition; and / or the first air duct comprises a third side wall away from the second air duct, the third side wall is inwardly inclined along the direction of the first connecting inlet towards the first connecting outlet, the second air duct comprises a fourth side wall away from the first air duct, and the fourth side wall is inwardly inclined along the direction of the first connecting inlet towards the second connecting outlet.

5. The adapter duct assembly for an air conditioner according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The bent neck piece further comprises: a guide plate arranged in the turning air duct, the guide plate extends along the direction of the air inlet towards the air outlet, so that the turning air duct is divided into a first sub-turning air duct and a second sub-turning air duct.

6. The adapter duct assembly for an air conditioner of claim 5, wherein, The guide plate comprises: a guide rib arranged on the surface of the guide plate and extending along the direction of the air inlet towards the air outlet; in the case that the guide rib is a plurality of guide ribs, the plurality of guide ribs are arranged in the width direction of the guide plate.

7. The adapter air duct assembly for the air conditioner according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the adapter is provided with a clamping part, the bent neck piece is provided with a clamping matching part, and the clamping part and the clamping matching part are matched to enable detachable connection of the adapter and the bent neck piece.

8. The adapter duct assembly for an air conditioner according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, Further comprising: a heat preservation air duct arranged between the adapter and the bent neck piece, one end of the heat preservation air duct is in communication with the first connecting outlet or the second connecting outlet of the adapter, and the other end of the heat preservation air duct is in communication with the air inlet of the bent neck piece.

9. An air conditioner characterized by comprising: Comprise: an indoor unit provided with an air outlet; The adapter of the adapter air duct assembly of any one of claims 1 to 8 is connected to the air outlet of the indoor unit, and the air outlet of the elbow piece is connected to the air inlet of the indoor unit.

10. The air conditioner of claim 9, wherein The indoor unit is further provided with an air return port, and the air conditioner further comprises: An air outlet panel is provided with an air inlet area and an air outlet area, the air inlet area is connected to the air return port of the indoor unit, the air outlet area is connected to the air outlet of the elbow piece, and the air inlet area and the air outlet area are arranged in the same plane of the air outlet panel, so that the air conditioner takes in air and discharges air from the same plane.

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