Water pan and air conditioning equipment comprising same
By using a hollow foam board structure with a sealed chamber in the drip tray, the problem of poor insulation performance of the drip tray is solved, condensation dripping is prevented, and electronic components of the air conditioning equipment are protected.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- QINGDAO HAIER AIR CONDITIONING ELECTRONICS CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-14
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-17
AI Technical Summary
The existing drip tray has poor insulation, causing condensate to drip into the duct unit and damage electronic components.
A sealed chamber is set between the water-receiving layer and the insulation layer, using hollow foam board as both the water-receiving and insulation layers. The sealed chamber isolates the transfer of cold air, thereby improving the insulation capacity.
It effectively prevents condensation from forming on the outer wall of the drip tray, avoids condensation dripping into the air conditioning equipment, protects electronic components, and ensures normal operation of the equipment.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of air conditioning equipment technology, specifically providing a water receiving tray and an air conditioning device including the water receiving tray. Background Technology
[0002] Currently, ducted air conditioners are widely used in central air conditioning systems or corridor air conditioning systems. In addition, ducted air conditioners can also be used in residential air conditioning systems.
[0003] Existing ducted air conditioners exchange heat with the air through a heat exchanger to improve the indoor temperature. A condensate tray is located below the heat exchanger to collect the condensate produced by the heat exchanger. The temperature of the condensate is lower than the air temperature. If the temperature of the condensate tray is too low, condensate will form on the outer wall of the condensate tray. If the condensate drips into the inside of the ducted air conditioner, it can cause short circuits or even burn out the electronic components inside the ducted air conditioner, thus affecting the normal use of the ducted air conditioner.
[0004] Existing water collection trays typically enhance their insulation capacity by increasing their thickness, but this makes them too bulky and increases costs.
[0005] Therefore, a new technical solution is needed in this field to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content
[0006] The present invention aims to solve the above-mentioned technical problems, namely, to solve the problem of poor heat insulation performance of existing water receiving pans.
[0007] In a first aspect, the present invention provides a water receiving tray, the water receiving tray including a water receiving layer and a heat insulation layer, the water receiving layer and the heat insulation layer being integrally formed or fixedly connected, and a sealed cavity being formed between the water receiving layer and the heat insulation layer.
[0008] By adopting the above technical solution, this utility model provides a sealed chamber between the water receiving layer and the insulation layer. The sealed chamber can isolate the water receiving layer from the insulation layer. When there is condensation in the water receiving layer, the sealed chamber and the insulation layer can prevent the transfer of cold energy to the maximum extent, thereby improving the insulation capacity of the water receiving pan. This prevents condensation from forming on the outer wall of the water receiving pan due to excessive cooling, and further prevents condensation from dripping into the air conditioning equipment and damaging the electronic components inside the air conditioning equipment, thus ensuring the normal use of the air conditioning equipment.
[0009] In the preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned water receiving tray, the water receiving layer and the insulation layer are integrally formed hollow foam boards, and the hollow part of the foam board is the sealed cavity.
[0010] By adopting the above technical solution, this utility model provides a hollow foam board with a simple structure, convenient processing, and cost-saving features, by integrating the water-receiving layer and the heat-insulating layer into one piece.
[0011] In the preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned water receiving tray, the thickness d1 of the water receiving layer is in the range of 2mm≤d1≤5mm.
[0012] By adopting the above technical solution, this utility model sets the thickness d1 of the water-receiving layer between 2mm and 5mm, which can not only meet the strength requirements of the water-receiving layer, but also save space and cost.
[0013] In the preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned water receiving tray, the thickness d2 of the insulation layer is in the range of 2mm≤d2≤5mm.
[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, this utility model sets the thickness d2 of the insulation layer between 2mm and 5mm, which can not only meet the strength requirements of the insulation layer, but also save space and cost.
[0015] In the preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned water receiving tray, the distance h between the water receiving layer and the insulation layer is in the range of: h≤10mm.
[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, this utility model enhances the heat preservation capacity of the water receiving tray by setting the distance between the water receiving layer and the heat insulation layer to h≤10mm, avoids the water receiving tray from being too large and occupying too much space, and also saves costs.
[0017] In the preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned water receiving tray, the sealed cavity is provided with reinforcing ribs, and the top and bottom ends of the reinforcing ribs are respectively connected to the water receiving layer and the insulation layer.
[0018] By adopting the above technical solution, this utility model can enhance the stability of the water receiving tray by setting reinforcing ribs between the water receiving layer and the insulation layer, and prevent excessive condensation in the water receiving tray from causing the water receiving layer to deform and break due to excessive pressure.
[0019] In the preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned water receiving tray, the reinforcing rib extends in a direction perpendicular to the length of the water receiving tray.
[0020] By adopting the above technical solution, this utility model makes the layout more reasonable by setting the reinforcing ribs to extend in a direction perpendicular to the length of the water receiving tray, which further enhances the stability of the water receiving tray and prevents excessive condensation in the water receiving tray from causing the water receiving layer to deform and break due to excessive pressure.
[0021] In the preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned water receiving tray, there are multiple reinforcing ribs, and the multiple reinforcing ribs are distributed at intervals along the length direction of the water receiving tray.
[0022] By adopting the above technical solution, this utility model increases the number of reinforcing ribs by setting multiple reinforcing ribs that are spaced apart along the length of the water receiving tray, thereby further enhancing the stability of the water receiving tray.
[0023] In the preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned water receiving tray, the water receiving layer is a plastic board, the insulation layer is a foam board, and the water receiving layer and the insulation layer are sealed together by a sealing element.
[0024] By adopting the above technical solution, this utility model improves the stability of the water receiving tray by setting the water receiving layer as a plastic board and the insulation layer as a foam board.
[0025] In a second aspect, the present invention also provides an air conditioning device, which includes the aforementioned water receiving tray.
[0026] With the above technical solution adopted, the air conditioning equipment of this utility model, by including the aforementioned water receiving tray, possesses the beneficial effects of the aforementioned water receiving tray. Compared with the air conditioning equipment before the improvement, the water receiving tray of the air conditioning equipment of this utility model has better heat preservation performance, which can effectively prevent condensation from forming on the outer wall of the water receiving tray, thereby preventing condensation from dripping into the interior of the air conditioning equipment and damaging the electronic components inside the air conditioning equipment, and ensuring the normal use of the air conditioning equipment. Attached Figure Description
[0027] The preferred embodiments of this utility model are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:
[0028] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a first embodiment of the water receiving tray of this utility model;
[0029] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a second embodiment of the water receiving tray of this utility model.
[0030] List of reference numerals in the attached diagram:
[0031] 1. Water-receiving layer; 11. Drainage hole;
[0032] 2. Insulation layer;
[0033] 3. Sealed chamber;
[0034] 4. Reinforcing ribs. Detailed Implementation
[0035] Preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art should understand that these embodiments are merely illustrative of the technical principles of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention. For example, although the following embodiments are described in conjunction with ducted air conditioning units, the technical solutions of the present invention can also be applied to other air conditioning equipment, such as ducted units, etc. Such adjustments and changes to the application do not deviate from the principles and scope of the present invention and should all be limited to the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0036] It should be noted that in the description of this utility model, terms such as "inner", "outer", "upper", "lower", "top", and "bottom" that indicate direction or positional relationship are based on the direction or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. This is only for the convenience of description and does not indicate or imply that the device or element must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, it should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.
[0037] Furthermore, it should be noted that in the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "connect," and "install" 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 according to the specific circumstances.
[0038] Based on the problem of poor insulation performance of existing drip trays pointed out in the background art, this utility model provides a drip tray and an air conditioning device including the drip tray. The purpose is to set a sealed chamber between the drip layer and the insulation layer. The sealed chamber can isolate the drip layer from the insulation layer. When there is condensation in the drip layer, the sealed chamber and the insulation layer can prevent the transfer of cold air to the maximum extent, thereby improving the insulation capacity of the drip tray. This can prevent the outer wall of the drip tray from condensing due to excessive cooling, and thus prevent condensation from dripping into the interior of the air conditioning device and damaging the electronic components inside the air conditioning device, ensuring the normal use of the air conditioning device.
[0039] Specifically, first refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 , Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a water receiving tray according to a first embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a second embodiment of the water receiving tray of this utility model.
[0040] Firstly, this utility model provides a ducted air conditioner, which is a common type of air conditioning equipment. The ducted air conditioner is equipped with a heat exchanger, which improves the ambient temperature by exchanging heat with the air. A drip tray is located below the heat exchanger to collect the condensate dripping from the heat exchanger. The temperature of the condensate is transferred to the drip tray. When the temperature of the outer wall of the drip tray is lower than the ambient temperature, condensate will form on the outer wall of the drip tray. The condensate will drip into the interior of the ducted air conditioner, causing short circuits and burnouts to the electronic components inside the ducted air conditioner, thus affecting the normal use of the ducted air conditioner.
[0041] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the water receiving tray of this utility model includes a water receiving layer 1 and a heat insulation layer 2. The water receiving layer 1 and the heat insulation layer 2 are integrally set or fixedly connected, and a sealed cavity 3 is formed between the water receiving layer 1 and the heat insulation layer 2.
[0042] For example, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the water receiving tray of this utility model consists of a water receiving layer 1 and an insulation layer 2. The water receiving layer 1 is above the insulation layer 2. The water receiving layer 1 is provided with a drain hole 11, which is located at the corner of the water receiving layer 1 to facilitate drainage. The water receiving tray is connected to the drain hole 11 through a drain pipe to drain the condensate. The water receiving layer 1 is inclined towards the drain hole 11. A sealed chamber 3 is provided between the water receiving layer 1 and the insulation layer 2. The sealed chamber 3 is filled with air. The heat insulation effect of air is higher than that of other materials. The sealed chamber 3 can isolate the water receiving layer 1 from the insulation layer 2. When there is condensate in the water receiving layer 1, the sealed chamber 3 and the insulation layer 2 can prevent the transfer of cold energy of the condensate to the maximum extent, which improves the heat insulation capacity of the water receiving tray. This can prevent the outer wall of the water receiving tray from condensing due to excessive cooling, and thus prevent the condensate from dripping into the inside of the duct air conditioner and damaging the electronic components inside the duct air conditioner, ensuring the normal use of the duct air conditioner.
[0043] It should be noted that this utility model does not limit the material of the water receiving tray. For example, those skilled in the art can set the material of the water receiving tray to foam board or plastic board, or set the material of the water receiving tray to a combination of foam board and plastic board, etc. Such adjustments and changes to the specific material of the water receiving tray do not deviate from the principle and scope of this utility model, and should all be limited to the protection scope of this utility model.
[0044] In the first preferred case, such as Figure 1 As shown, the water-receiving layer 1 and the heat-insulating layer 2 of this utility model are integrally formed hollow foam boards, and the hollow part of the foam board is the sealed chamber 3.
[0045] For example, such as Figure 1As shown, the water receiving tray of this utility model is an integrally molded foam board. The foam board is divided into two layers: the upper layer is the water receiving layer 1, the lower layer is the heat insulation layer 2, and the hollow part is the sealed chamber 3. This design is simple in structure and easy to process, which not only improves the heat insulation capacity of the water receiving tray, but also saves costs.
[0046] It should be noted that this utility model does not limit the thickness of the water receiving layer 1 and the insulation layer 2. For example, those skilled in the art can increase the thickness of the water receiving layer 1 and the insulation layer 2 as much as possible to improve the insulation capacity of the water receiving pan, provided that the volume of the water receiving pan meets the installation space requirements. Such adjustments and changes to the specific thickness of the water receiving layer 1 and the insulation layer 2 do not deviate from the principle and scope of this utility model and should be limited to the protection scope of this utility model.
[0047] Preferably, such as Figure 1 As shown, the thickness d1 of the water-receiving layer 1 of this utility model is in the range of 2mm≤d1≤5mm.
[0048] In other words, the thickness d1 of the water-receiving layer 1 is between 2mm and 5mm. This setting can meet the strength requirements and heat preservation capacity of the water-receiving layer 1, while saving space and cost.
[0049] Preferably, such as Figure 1 As shown, the thickness d2 of the insulation layer 2 of this utility model is in the range of 2mm≤d2≤5mm.
[0050] In other words, the thickness d2 of the insulation layer 2 is between 2mm and 5mm. This setting can meet the strength requirements and insulation capacity of the insulation layer 2, while saving space and cost.
[0051] It should be noted that this utility model does not limit the distance between the water receiving layer 1 and the insulation layer 2. For example, those skilled in the art can increase the distance between the water receiving layer 1 and the insulation layer 2 as much as possible to improve the insulation capacity of the water receiving pan, provided that the volume of the water receiving pan meets the installation space requirements. Such adjustments and changes to the specific spacing between the water receiving layer 1 and the insulation layer 2 do not deviate from the principle and scope of this utility model and should be limited to the protection scope of this utility model.
[0052] Preferably, such as Figure 1 As shown, the distance h between the water-receiving layer 1 and the heat-insulating layer 2 of this utility model is in the range of: h≤10mm.
[0053] For example, such as Figure 1 As shown, the distance h between the water receiving layer 1 and the heat insulation layer 2 of this utility model is 5mm, that is, the height of the sealed chamber 3 is 5mm. This setting not only ensures the heat insulation capacity of the water receiving tray, but also avoids the water receiving tray from taking up too much space and saves costs.
[0054] Preferably, such as Figure 1 As shown, the sealed chamber 3 of this utility model is provided with reinforcing ribs 4, and the top and bottom ends of the reinforcing ribs 4 are respectively connected to the water receiving layer 1 and the heat insulation layer 2.
[0055] For example, such as Figure 1 As shown, the reinforcing rib 4 of this utility model is in the shape of a long strip. The bottom end of the reinforcing rib 4 is fixedly connected to the top wall of the insulation layer 2, and the top end of the reinforcing rib 4 is fixedly connected to the bottom wall of the water receiving layer 1. By setting the reinforcing rib 4, the stability of the water receiving tray can be enhanced, and excessive condensation in the water receiving tray can be prevented from causing the water receiving layer 1 to deform and be damaged due to excessive pressure.
[0056] It should be noted that the present invention does not limit the direction of the reinforcing rib 4. For example, those skilled in the art can set the reinforcing rib 4 along the length of the water receiving tray, or set the reinforcing rib 4 along the width of the water receiving tray, or set the reinforcing rib 4 intersecting with the length of the water receiving tray, etc. Such adjustments and changes to the specific setting direction of the reinforcing rib 4 do not deviate from the principle and scope of the present invention and should be limited to the protection scope of the present invention.
[0057] Preferably, such as Figure 1 As shown, the reinforcing rib 4 of this utility model extends along a direction perpendicular to the length of the water receiving tray.
[0058] For example, such as Figure 1 As shown, the reinforcing rib 4 of this utility model is arranged in a direction parallel to the width of the water receiving tray. This arrangement makes the layout more reasonable and further enhances the stability of the water receiving tray.
[0059] It should be noted that this utility model does not limit the number of reinforcing ribs 4. For example, those skilled in the art can set the reinforcing ribs 4 to 3 or 5 spaced apart, etc. Such adjustments and changes to the specific number of reinforcing ribs 4 do not deviate from the principle and scope of this utility model and should be limited to the protection scope of this utility model.
[0060] Preferably, such as Figure 1 As shown, the present invention has multiple reinforcing ribs 4, which are distributed at intervals along the length of the water receiving tray.
[0061] For example, such as Figure 1 As shown, the present invention has four reinforcing ribs 4, which are distributed at intervals along the length of the water receiving tray. By increasing the number of reinforcing ribs 4, the stability of the water receiving tray is further enhanced.
[0062] In the second preferred case, such as Figure 2As shown, the water-receiving layer 1 of this utility model is a plastic board, the heat insulation layer 2 is a foam board, and the water-receiving layer 1 and the heat insulation layer 2 are sealed together by a sealing element.
[0063] For example, such as Figure 2 As shown, in this invention, the water-receiving layer 1 is set as a plastic board and the insulation layer 2 is set as a foam board. The plastic board can enhance the strength of the water-receiving layer 1 and ensure the water storage capacity of the water-receiving layer 1. The plastic board is located above the foam board, and the size of the foam board is larger than that of the plastic board. The plastic board extends into the foam board, and the foam board and the plastic board are sealed together by a sealing material.
[0064] It should be noted that this utility model does not limit the type of sealing material. For example, those skilled in the art can set the sealing material as a sealant or a gasket, etc. Such adjustments and changes to the specific type of sealing material do not deviate from the principle and scope of this utility model and should be limited to the protection scope of this utility model.
[0065] It should also be noted that this utility model does not limit the thickness and spacing of the plastic board and foam board. As long as the volume of the water tray meets the installation conditions, those skilled in the art can set it reasonably. Such flexible adjustments and changes do not deviate from the principle and scope of this utility model and should be limited to the protection scope of this utility model.
[0066] It should also be noted that a reinforcing structure can be provided between the plastic board and the foam board of this utility model, for example, a reinforcing rib 4 or a reinforcing plate, etc., to improve the strength of the water-receiving layer 1. Such flexible adjustments and changes do not deviate from the principle and scope of this utility model and should be limited to the protection scope of this utility model.
[0067] Those skilled in the art will understand that although some embodiments described herein include certain features included in other embodiments but not others, combinations of features from different embodiments are intended to be within the scope of this application and form different embodiments. For example, any of the claimed embodiments in the claims of this application can be used in any combination.
[0068] The technical solution of this utility model has been described in conjunction with the preferred embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. However, it will be readily understood by those skilled in the art that the protection scope of this utility model is obviously not limited to these specific embodiments. Without departing from the principle of this utility model, those skilled in the art can make equivalent changes or substitutions to the relevant technical features, and the technical solutions after these changes or substitutions will all fall within the protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. A water pan, characterized in that, The water receiving tray includes a water receiving layer (1) and a heat insulation layer (2). The water receiving layer (1) and the heat insulation layer (2) are integrally formed or fixedly connected, and a sealed chamber (3) is formed between the water receiving layer (1) and the heat insulation layer (2).
2. The water receptacle according to claim 1, characterized in that The water-receiving layer (1) and the heat-insulating layer (2) are integrally formed hollow foam boards, and the hollow part of the foam board is the sealed chamber (3).
3. The water receptacle according to claim 2, wherein The thickness d1 of the water-receiving layer (1) is in the range of 2mm≤d1≤5mm.
4. The water receptacle of claim 2, wherein, The thickness d2 of the insulation layer (2) is in the range of 2mm≤d2≤5mm.
5. The water receptacle of claim 2, wherein, The distance h between the water-receiving layer (1) and the insulation layer (2) is in the range of: h≤10mm.
6. The water receptacle of claim 2, wherein, The sealed chamber (3) is provided with reinforcing ribs (4), and the top and bottom ends of the reinforcing ribs (4) are respectively connected to the water-receiving layer (1) and the heat-insulating layer (2).
7. The water receptacle according to claim 6, characterized in that The reinforcing rib (4) extends along a direction perpendicular to the length of the water receiving tray.
8. The water receptacle according to claim 6, wherein The number of the reinforcing ribs (4) is multiple, and the multiple reinforcing ribs (4) are distributed at intervals along the length direction of the water receiving tray.
9. The water receptacle of claim 1, wherein, The water-receiving layer (1) is a plastic board, the heat-insulating layer (2) is a foam board, and the water-receiving layer (1) and the heat-insulating layer (2) are sealed together by a sealing element.
10. An air conditioning apparatus characterized by comprising: The water receiving tray includes any one of claims 1 to 9.