Metal automobile air conditioner shell
By using the snap-fit design of the inner frame and buckles, combined with the magnetic groove, the problem of low disassembly efficiency and damage to the interior panels of traditional air conditioner shells is solved. This enables convenient disassembly and installation of the movable flaps, improving replacement efficiency and protecting the interior.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-02-13
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-03
AI Technical Summary
The traditional integrated design of automotive air conditioning housings results in low disassembly efficiency and can easily damage interior panels during disassembly.
It adopts an inner frame and a snap-fit structure. The inner frame is snapped into the fixed frame through a slot. Combined with the design of magnetic groove and metal plate, it realizes convenient disassembly and installation of movable page.
It improves the efficiency of changing the movable panel, avoids damage to the car's interior panels, and enhances connection stability and aesthetics.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive supplies technology, specifically a metal automotive air conditioner housing. Background Technology
[0002] With the rapid development of the automotive industry and the continuous improvement of consumers' demands for driving experience, the design and functional optimization of automotive interior components have become a key focus for major automakers and parts suppliers. Among them, automotive air conditioning, as an important component for improving passenger comfort, directly affects the user's driving experience in terms of performance and convenience.
[0003] However, traditional car air conditioning shells often adopt an integrated structure. Although the structure is sturdy, it is inconvenient in terms of daily maintenance and parts replacement. When replacing the movable flap, the trim panels and decorative strips around the air vents need to be removed before the movable flap can be removed. This disassembly is inefficient, and the trim panels need to be pried with a pry bar during disassembly, which can damage the trim panels inside the car. Utility Model Content
[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a metal automotive air conditioning housing, which solves the problems mentioned in the background section.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a metal automotive air conditioner housing, comprising a fixed frame, an inner frame movably disposed within the fixed frame, a movable flap movably disposed within the inner frame, slots formed at the upper and lower inner ends of the fixed frame, buckles fixedly connected to the upper and lower outer ends of the inner frame, the buckles engaging with the slots, magnetic grooves formed on both sides of the outer end face of the fixed frame, and metal plates fixed to both sides of the inner frame, the metal plates magnetically attracted to the magnetic grooves.
[0006] Furthermore, a limiting block is provided on the outer end of the buckle, and the limiting block is configured to match the shape of the buckle and the slot.
[0007] Furthermore, a fixing plate is pre-installed inside the buckle. The fixing plate is made of stainless steel and is elastically designed.
[0008] Furthermore, the outer end of the limiting block is provided with a buckle groove, which is L-shaped.
[0009] Furthermore, the limiting block is made of magnet, and the limiting block is magnetically attached to the buckle.
[0010] Furthermore, the outer end face of the buckle is flush with the outer end face of the fixing frame.
[0011] Compared to the aforementioned background technology, the metal automotive air conditioner housing provided in this application includes a fixing frame for the air conditioning vent, which is a very mature technology today, and core components consisting of an inner frame and clips. Its principle relies on the ability to easily disassemble and install the movable flaps through a snap-fit method, thereby improving replacement efficiency and avoiding damage to the interior of the car.
[0012] This utility model provides a metal automotive air conditioner housing. Compared with the prior art, it has the following advantages:
[0013] This metal automotive air conditioner housing features an inner frame and clips. The inner frame engages with the upper and lower slots of the fixed frame via clips, allowing for easy and quick removal of the inner frame when the movable flap needs replacement. This method is more convenient and faster than traditional replacement methods. Attached Figure Description
[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the unfolded inner frame and fixed frame of this utility model;
[0016] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the inner frame and metal plate of this utility model;
[0017] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the middle.
[0018] In the diagram: 1. Fixed frame; 2. Movable page; 3. Inner frame; 4. Buckle; 5. Slot; 6. Magnetic slot; 7. Metal plate; 8. Limiting block; 9. Fixed plate; 10. Buckle groove. Detailed Implementation
[0019] 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.
[0020] Please see Figure 1-4This utility model provides a technical solution: a metal automotive air conditioner housing, including a fixed frame 1, an inner frame 3 movably disposed within the fixed frame 1, a movable flap 2 movably disposed within the inner frame 3, slots 5 formed at the upper and lower ends of the inner side of the fixed frame 1, and buckles 4 fixedly connected to the upper and lower ends of the outer side of the inner frame 3, the buckles 4 engaging with the slots 5, magnetic grooves 6 formed on both sides of the outer end face of the fixed frame 1, and metal plates 7 fixed to both sides of the inner frame 3, the metal plates 7 magnetically engaging with the magnetic grooves 6; compared to the traditional design, this design is installed on the car through the fixed frame 1, which is an assembly of the air conditioner vent, and the inner frame 3, which can be movably disassembled, is disposed inside the fixed frame 1, and the movable flap 2, which can be adjusted up, down, left, and right, is disposed inside the inner frame 3. The inner frame 3 of the movable leaf plate 2 is connected to the fixed frame 1 via buckles 4 and slots 5. The buckles 4 and slots 5 at the upper and lower ends are connected, which makes it more convenient to clean or maintain the movable leaf plate 2 without replacing the entire fixed frame 1 assembly. Metal plates 7 are fixed on both sides of the inner frame 3, and magnetic grooves 6 are opened on both sides of the outer end face of the fixed frame 1. The metal plates 7 and magnetic grooves 6 are magnetically attracted to each other, which helps to fix the inner frame 3 more stably. The advantage of this design is that when the movable leaf plate 2 breaks and needs to be replaced, compared with the traditional replacement method, the movable leaf plate 2 can be easily replaced by replacing the inner frame 3, which improves the replacement efficiency and avoids damage to the interior trim panels of the car.
[0021] like Figure 4 As shown, a limiting block 8 is provided on the outer end of the buckle 4. The limiting block 8 is matched with the shape of the buckle 4 and the slot 5. The limiting block 8 on the outer side of the buckle 4 can prevent the buckle 4 from loosening when the car bounces up and down. The limiting block 8 stabilizes the connection between the inner frame 3 and the fixed frame 1, and at the same time prevents the inner frame 3 and the fixed frame 1 from shaking and producing abnormal noise.
[0022] like Figure 4 As shown, a fixing plate 9 is pre-installed inside the buckle 4. The fixing plate 9 is made of stainless steel and is elastically designed. The fixing plate 9 is embedded in the buckle 4. The fixing plate 9 is made of stainless steel and can play a supporting role. It can not only make the buckle stable, but also prevent the buckle 4 from breaking during disassembly and installation.
[0023] like Figure 4 As shown, a buckle groove 10 is provided on the outer end of the limiting block 8. The buckle groove 10 is L-shaped. The buckle groove 10 is provided on the outer end of the limiting block 8. When the limiting block 8 is disassembled, a tool is inserted into the buckle groove 10 to disassemble the limiting block 8. Then the buckle 4 is disassembled.
[0024] like Figure 4As shown, the limiting block 8 is made of magnet, and the limiting block 8 and the buckle 4 are magnetically attracted to each other; the magnetic attraction between the limiting block 8 and the buckle 4, and the fact that the limiting block 8 is made of magnet can make its installation more stable and improve the connection stability.
[0025] like Figure 4 As shown, the outer end face of the buckle 4 is flush with the outer end face of the fixed frame 1; the outer end face of the buckle 4 is flush with the end face of the fixed frame 1, which can increase the overall aesthetics and prevent accidental contact. The limit block 8 is only operated when maintenance and repair are required.
Claims
1. A metal automotive air conditioner housing, comprising a fixing frame (1), characterized in that, An inner frame (3) is movably arranged inside the fixed frame (1), and a movable page plate (2) is movably arranged inside the inner frame (3). The upper and lower ends of the inner side of the fixed frame (1) are provided with slots (5), and the upper and lower ends of the outer side of the inner frame (3) are fixedly connected with buckles (4). The buckles (4) and the slots (5) are matched and engaged. Magnetic suction grooves (6) are provided on both sides of the outer end face of the fixed frame (1). Metal plates (7) are fixed on both sides of the inner frame (3), and the metal plates (7) and the magnetic suction grooves (6) are magnetically attracted to each other.
2. The metal automotive air conditioning housing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer end of the buckle (4) is provided with a limiting block (8), which is configured to match the shape of the buckle (4) and the slot (5).
3. A metal automotive air conditioning housing according to claim 2, characterized in that, The buckle (4) has a pre-set fixing plate (9), which is made of stainless steel and is elastically set.
4. A metal automotive air conditioning housing according to claim 2, characterized in that, The outer end of the limiting block (8) is provided with a buckle groove (10), which is L-shaped.
5. A metal automotive air conditioning housing according to claim 2, characterized in that, The limiting block (8) is made of magnet and is magnetically attached to the buckle (4).
6. A metal automotive air conditioning housing according to claim 2, characterized in that, The outer end face of the buckle (4) is flush with the outer end face of the fixing frame (1).