Angle-adjustable supporting structure of air conditioner panel and air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of air conditioners, in particular to an air conditioner panel angle-adjustable supporting structure and an air conditioner, a supporting assembly is arranged between an air conditioner body and a front panel, and the supporting assembly comprises a mounting mechanism, a supporting piece and a limiting mechanism. One end of the supporting piece is movably connected with a mounting mechanism located on the front panel, the supporting piece can swing relative to the mounting mechanism, the other end of the supporting piece is connected with a limiting mechanism located on an air conditioner body, and the limiting mechanism can limit the inclination angle of the supporting piece so as to control the opening angle of the front panel. The problem that the position between the front panel and the machine body is generally fixed through a supporting rod in an existing air conditioner, but the opening angle of the front panel cannot be accurately controlled through a single supporting rod, so that a user is inconvenient to operate is effectively solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of air conditioner technology, specifically an adjustable angle support structure for an air conditioner panel and an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] With global warming and rising living standards, people have increasingly higher demands for indoor comfort. Air conditioning, as a crucial device for regulating indoor temperature and humidity, has become an indispensable part of modern homes and offices. Air conditioning not only provides a cool environment to cope with the hot summer but also offers warm air in the cold winter, greatly improving people's living and working environment.

[0003] In daily use of air conditioners, in order to ensure the normal operation of the air conditioner and indoor air quality, users need to regularly open the front panel of the air conditioner for necessary maintenance or to clean the filter. Currently, most air conditioners use support rods to fix the position between the front panel and the unit. However, since a single support rod cannot achieve precise control of the opening angle of the front panel, users face the problem of inconvenience in operation, which affects the efficiency of air conditioner maintenance and cleaning.

[0004] This utility model was proposed in response to the shortcomings of the existing technology. Utility Model Content

[0005] Regarding the aforementioned issue that users need to periodically open the front panel of the air conditioner for necessary maintenance or filter cleaning during use, existing air conditioners generally use support rods to fix the position of the front panel and the unit. However, since a single support rod cannot achieve precise control over the opening angle of the front panel, it causes inconvenience for users. The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve this problem is as follows:

[0006] An adjustable angle support structure for an air conditioner panel includes a support assembly located between the air conditioner body and the front panel. The support assembly includes a mounting mechanism, a support member movably connected to the mounting mechanism, and a limiting mechanism. When the support member moves relative to the mounting mechanism, the limiting mechanism can limit the tilt angle of the support member, so that the front panel can open to different angles relative to the air conditioner body.

[0007] Furthermore, the mounting mechanism includes a first mounting base connected to one side of the support member and a second mounting base connected to the other side of the support member.

[0008] Furthermore, both the first mounting base and the second mounting base are located on the front panel and are provided with a connecting portion connected to the support member. The end of the support member is provided with a rotating shaft. The connecting portion includes a rotating groove for the rotating shaft to rotate and a locking protrusion that can undergo elastic deformation and is used to restrict the movement of the rotating shaft.

[0009] Furthermore, the limiting mechanism includes a limiting bracket located inside the air conditioner body, the limiting bracket having a limiting slot, and the rotating shaft and the limiting slot being inserted into each other to limit the tilt angle of the support member.

[0010] Furthermore, the limiting slots are spaced apart along the length direction of the limiting bracket.

[0011] Furthermore, the limiting groove includes a first limiting surface and a second limiting surface, the second limiting surface extends along the circumferential direction of the rotating shaft, and the first limiting surface and the second limiting surface are inclinedly connected to form a rounded corner.

[0012] Furthermore, the limiting slot includes a first limiting slot, a second limiting slot, a third limiting slot, and a fourth limiting slot connected in sequence.

[0013] Furthermore, the first mounting base and the second mounting base are integrally formed on the front panel.

[0014] Furthermore, the first mounting base and the second mounting base are spaced apart along the length direction of the limiting bracket, the first mounting base and the second mounting base are located near the center of the front panel, and the limiting bracket is located near the center of the air conditioner body.

[0015] This utility model also provides an air conditioner, including an adjustable angle support structure for the air conditioner panel as described above.

[0016] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0017] This invention provides a support assembly between the air conditioner body and the front panel. The support assembly includes an installation mechanism, a support member, and a limiting mechanism. When the user needs to open the front panel, one end of the support member is movably connected to the installation mechanism on the front panel, allowing the support member to swing relative to the installation mechanism. The other end of the support member is connected to the limiting mechanism on the air conditioner body, which limits the tilt angle of the support member, thereby controlling the opening angle of the front panel. This effectively solves the problem that existing air conditioners commonly use support rods to fix the position between the front panel and the body. However, a single support rod cannot achieve precise control of the opening angle of the front panel, causing inconvenience for the user.

[0018] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the air conditioner body and front panel of this utility model.

[0020] Figure 2 for Figure 1 An enlarged view of section B marked thereon;

[0021] Figure 3 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of the front panel of this utility model when it is opened relative to the air conditioner body;

[0022] Figure 4 This is the second schematic diagram of the structure of the front panel of this utility model when it is opened relative to the air conditioner body;

[0023] Figure 5 for Figure 4 An enlarged view of section C marked thereon;

[0024] Figure 6 This is the third schematic diagram of the structure of the front panel of this utility model when it is open relative to the air conditioner body;

[0025] Figure 7 This is the fourth schematic diagram of the structure of the front panel of this utility model when it is opened relative to the air conditioner body;

[0026] Figure 8 This is the fifth schematic diagram of the structure of the front panel of this utility model when it is opened relative to the air conditioner body. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The embodiments of this utility model will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0028] like Figures 1 to 8 An adjustable angle support structure for an air conditioner panel is shown, including a support component 3 located between the air conditioner body 1 and the front panel 2. The support component 3 includes a mounting mechanism 31, a support member 32 movably connected to the mounting mechanism 31, and a limiting mechanism 33. When the support member 32 moves relative to the mounting mechanism 31, the limiting mechanism 33 can limit the tilt angle of the support member 32 so that the front panel 2 can open to different angles relative to the air conditioner body 1.

[0029] This invention provides a support assembly between the air conditioner body and the front panel. The support assembly includes an installation mechanism, a support member, and a limiting mechanism. When the user needs to open the front panel, one end of the support member is movably connected to the installation mechanism on the front panel, allowing the support member to swing relative to the installation mechanism. The other end of the support member is connected to the limiting mechanism on the air conditioner body, which limits the tilt angle of the support member, thereby controlling the opening angle of the front panel. This effectively solves the problem that existing air conditioners commonly use support rods to fix the position between the front panel and the body. However, a single support rod cannot achieve precise control of the opening angle of the front panel, causing inconvenience for the user.

[0030] Specifically, the mounting mechanism 31 is located on the side of the front panel 2 near the air conditioner body 1, and the limiting mechanism 33 is located on the side of the air conditioner body 1 near the front panel 2. One side of the front panel 2 is hinged to the air conditioner body 1 so that the other side of the front panel 2 can swing relative to the air conditioner body 1. Under normal circumstances, the front panel 2 is closed on the air conditioner body 1, and the support component 3 is located between the front panel 2 and the air conditioner body 1. When the user needs to open the front panel 2, one end of the support component 32 is connected to the mounting mechanism 31 located on the front panel 2, and the other end of the support component 32 is connected to the limiting mechanism 33 located on the air conditioner body 1. The support component 32 can stably support the front panel 2 on the air conditioner body 1 so that the front panel 2 can always be opened to a certain angle relative to the air conditioner body 1 during the cleaning process.

[0031] Optionally, in some embodiments, one end of the support member 32 is hinged to the mounting mechanism 31, and the end of the support member 32 is provided with an insertion hole. The limiting mechanism 33 includes an adjustment groove located inside the air conditioner body 1, adjustment holes located on the adjustment groove and spaced apart, and a fixed shaft. The other end of the support member 32 abuts against the adjustment groove. The user can select different positions of the adjustment holes and insertion holes according to the actual situation, and use the fixed shaft to pass through the adjustment holes and insertion holes in sequence, so that the front panel 2 can be opened to different angles relative to the air conditioner body 1.

[0032] Optionally, in some embodiments, one end of the support member 32 is hinged to the mounting mechanism 31, and the end of the support member 32 is provided with a buckle. The limiting mechanism 33 includes an adjustment groove located inside the air conditioner body 1 and a slot located on the adjustment groove and spaced apart. The other end of the support member 32 abuts against the adjustment groove. The user can select different positions of the slot and buckle to engage according to the actual situation, thereby limiting the tilt angle of the support member 32 so that the front panel 2 can be opened to different angles relative to the air conditioner body 1.

[0033] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of this utility model and not a limitation thereof, one end of the support member 32 is hinged to the mounting mechanism 31, and the limiting mechanism 33 includes a limiting bracket 331 located inside the air conditioner body 1. The limiting bracket 331 is provided with limiting slots 332 spaced apart along the length direction of the limiting bracket 331. The user can select different positions of the limiting slots 332 to be inserted and engaged with the other end of the support member 32 according to the actual situation, thereby limiting the tilt angle of the support member 32 so that the front panel 2 can be opened to different angles relative to the air conditioner body 1.

[0034] like Figures 1 to 8 The mounting mechanism 31 shown includes a first mounting base 311 connected to one side of the support member 32, and a second mounting base 312 connected to the other side of the support member 32;

[0035] Specifically, the first mounting base 311 and the second mounting base 312 are both located on the side of the front panel 2 closest to the air conditioner body. When the front panel 2 is closed on the air conditioner body 1, the two sides of the support member 32 are fixed on the first mounting base 311 and the second mounting base 312 respectively, thereby forming a stable installation structure and effectively preventing the support member 32 from accidentally falling off or being lost from the front panel 2.

[0036] Furthermore, when the front panel 2 is opened relative to the air conditioner body 1, an opening is formed. The first mounting base 311 is located on the side of the front panel 2 near the opening, and the second mounting base 312 is located near the center of the front panel 2.

[0037] Optionally, in some embodiments, one of the first mounting base 311 and the second mounting base 312 is threadedly connected to the support member 32, and the other of the first mounting base 311 and the second mounting base 312 is hinged to the support member 32.

[0038] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of the present invention and not a limitation thereof, both the first mounting base 311 and the second mounting base 312 are hinged to the support member 32.

[0039] like Figures 1 to 8 The first mounting base 311 and the second mounting base 312 shown are both located on the front panel 2 and are provided with a connecting part 313 connected to the support member 32. The end of the support member 32 is provided with a rotating shaft 321. The connecting part 313 includes a rotating groove 3131 for the rotating shaft 321 to rotate, and a locking protrusion 3132 that can undergo elastic deformation and is used to restrict the movement of the rotating shaft 321.

[0040] Specifically, both the first mounting base 311 and the second mounting base 312 are provided with a connecting part 313. The connecting part 313 includes a rotating groove 3131 for the rotating shaft 321 to rotate and a locking protrusion 3132. When the user needs to install both ends of the support member 32 onto the first mounting base 311 and the second mounting base 312 respectively, by gently applying force to the rotating shaft 321 at the end of the support member 32 towards the rotating groove 3131, the locking protrusion 3132 deforms under force, allowing the rotating shaft 321 to enter the rotating groove 3131. Then, the locking protrusion 3132 recovers its elastic deformation, preventing the rotating shaft 321 from dislodging from the rotating groove 3131. The size of the rotating groove 3131 is larger than the size of the rotating shaft 321, so that the rotating shaft 321 can rotate relative to the rotating groove 3131.

[0041] Furthermore, both sides of the support member 32 are provided with connecting openings that penetrate the support member 32. During the process of installing the support member 32 to the first mounting seat 311 and the second mounting seat 312, the locking protrusions 3132 on the first mounting seat 311 and the second mounting seat 312 pass through the connecting openings on both sides of the support member 32, and the rotating shaft 321 enters the rotating groove 3131 through the locking protrusions 3132.

[0042] Optionally, during the opening of the front panel 2 relative to the air conditioner body 1, the user can choose to hinge one end of the support member 32 to the first mounting base 311 and insert the other end of the support member 32 into the limiting slot 332, or choose to hinge one end of the support member 32 to the second mounting base 312 and insert the other end of the support member 32 into the limiting slot 332. The user can choose different support methods according to actual needs. The dual-option setting helps to increase the diversity of the opening angle and position of the front panel 2, so that the user can adjust the front panel 2 more flexibly to adapt to different operating needs.

[0043] like Figures 1 to 8 The limiting mechanism 33 shown includes a limiting bracket 331 located inside the air conditioner body 1. The limiting bracket 331 is provided with a limiting slot 332. The rotating shaft 321 and the limiting slot 332 are inserted and engaged to limit the tilt angle of the support member 32.

[0044] Furthermore, since the rotating shaft 321 is confined within the limiting slot 332, even if the front panel 2 is subjected to external force, it will not easily change its angle or position, thereby enhancing the stability of the front panel 2 and helping to reduce shaking and vibration, so that the user feels more stable and reliable during operation.

[0045] Furthermore, the limiting mechanism 33 achieves angle limitation through simple plug-in connection, avoiding the setting and manufacturing of complex mechanical structures, which helps to simplify the structure of the entire system and reduce production costs and maintenance difficulty.

[0046] like Figures 1 to 8 The limiting slots 332 shown are spaced apart along the length of the limiting bracket 331;

[0047] Specifically, the limiting slots 332 are spaced apart along the length of the limiting bracket 331, allowing the rotating shaft 321 of the support member 32 to be inserted and engaged at different slot positions, thereby realizing multi-angle adjustment of the support member 32. Users can choose to insert the rotating shaft 321 into different limiting slots 332 according to actual needs to adjust the tilt angle of the support member and meet diverse usage requirements.

[0048] like Figures 1 to 8 The limiting slot 332 shown includes a first limiting surface 3331 and a second limiting surface 3332. The second limiting surface 3332 extends along the circumferential direction of the rotating shaft 321. The first limiting surface 3331 and the second limiting surface 3332 are inclinedly connected to form a rounded corner.

[0049] Furthermore, the rounded corners help reduce the sharp edges when the limiting slot 332 contacts the rotating shaft 321, making the insertion and removal process smoother, reducing friction, and helping to reduce resistance during operation, thus making it easier for users to adjust.

[0050] Furthermore, the inclined connection between the first limiting surface 3331 and the second limiting surface 3332 makes the position of the rotating shaft 321 more stable within the limiting groove 332. The second limiting surface 3332 extends along the circumferential direction of the rotating shaft 321, which helps to ensure the centering and alignment of the rotating shaft 321, further enhancing the stability and reliability of the front panel 2 at a specific angle.

[0051] Furthermore, the rounded corner setting can optimize stress distribution and help reduce the risk of component damage caused by stress concentration. The rounded corner formed by the inclined connection allows the limiting slot 332 to better disperse and absorb external forces, which helps to enhance the overall structural strength and durability.

[0052] like Figures 1 to 8 The limiting slot 332 shown includes a first limiting slot 3321, a second limiting slot 3322, a third limiting slot 3323, and a fourth limiting slot 3324 connected in sequence.

[0053] Specifically, when the front panel 2 is opened relative to the air conditioner body 1, an opening is formed. The fourth limiting slot 3324 is located on the side closer to the opening, and the first limiting slot 3321 is located on the side farther from the opening. When the user needs a larger opening angle between the front panel 2 and the air conditioner body 1, the support member 32 is selected to be inserted into the first limiting slot 3321. When the user needs a smaller opening angle between the front panel 2 and the air conditioner body 1, the support member 32 is selected to be inserted into the fourth limiting slot 3324.

[0054] Furthermore, the multiple limiting slots provide more fixing points for the rotating shaft 321, which helps to enhance the stability of the support 32 during the tilting process. At the same time, the multiple limiting slots also provide more safety redundancy, reducing the risk of failure due to damage to a single limiting slot.

[0055] like Figures 1 to 8 The first mounting base 311 and the second mounting base 312 shown are integrally formed on the front panel 2;

[0056] Optionally, in some embodiments, the first mounting base 311 and the second mounting base 312 are fixed to the front panel 2 by means of a threaded connection.

[0057] Optionally, in some embodiments, the first mounting base 311 and the second mounting base 312 are fixed to the front panel 2 by means of a snap-fit ​​connection.

[0058] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of the present invention and not a limitation thereof, the first mounting base 311 and the second mounting base 312 are integrally formed on the front panel 2. The integral forming arrangement allows for a tighter and more secure connection between the first mounting base 311 and the second mounting base 312 and the front panel 2. Secondly, the integral forming arrangement helps to reduce the number of parts and simplifies the assembly process.

[0059] like Figures 1 to 8 The first mounting base 311 and the second mounting base 312 shown are spaced apart along the length of the limiting bracket 331. The first mounting base 311 and the second mounting base 312 are located near the middle of the front panel 2, and the limiting bracket 331 is located near the middle of the air conditioner body 1.

[0060] Specifically, the first mounting base 311 and the second mounting base 312 located in the middle of the front panel 2, as well as the limiting bracket 331 near the middle of the air conditioner body 1, can effectively balance the weight distribution of the front panel 2, which helps to reduce the lateral tilt and sway of the equipment and effectively improve the overall stability and safety. Secondly, by setting the first mounting base 311 and the second mounting base 312 in the middle position with the limiting bracket 331, the weight of the front panel 2 can be reduced to be concentrated at the edge of the equipment, preventing the equipment from becoming unstable due to the shift of the center of gravity, so that the front panel 2 can remain stable at different angles, which helps to enhance the safety and reliability of the overall structure.

[0061] like Figures 1 to 8 An air conditioner is shown, including an adjustable angle support structure for the air conditioner panel as described above.

[0062] Specifically, the air conditioner includes an air conditioner body 1 and a front panel 2. A support assembly 3 is provided on the air conditioner body 1 and the front panel 2. The support assembly 3 includes a mounting mechanism 31, a support member 32, and a limiting mechanism 33. The mounting mechanism 31 is located on the side of the front panel 2 closest to the air conditioner body 1, and the limiting mechanism 33 is located on the side of the air conditioner body 1 closest to the front panel 2. One side of the front panel 2 is hinged to the air conditioner body 1, so that the other side of the front panel 2 can swing relative to the air conditioner body 1. Under normal circumstances, the front panel is closed on the air conditioner body 1, and the support assembly is located between the front panel 2 and the air conditioner body 1. When the user needs to open the front panel 2, one end of the support member is connected to the mounting mechanism on the front panel, and the other end of the support member is connected to the limiting mechanism on the air conditioner body. The support member can stably support the front panel on the air conditioner body, so that the front panel 2 can always be opened to a certain angle relative to the air conditioner body 1 during the cleaning process, which helps to improve the user's flexibility and convenience in cleaning the air conditioner.

[0063] The implementation method of this embodiment is as follows:

[0064] An adjustable angle support structure for an air conditioner panel includes a support assembly 3 located between the air conditioner body 1 and the front panel 2. The support assembly 3 includes a mounting mechanism 31, a support member 32, and a limiting mechanism 33. The mounting mechanism 31 includes a first mounting seat 311 and a second mounting seat 312 located on the side of the front panel 2 near the air conditioner body 1. The support member 32 has a rotating shaft 321 at its end. Both the first mounting seat 311 and the second mounting seat 312 have a connecting part 313 connected to the support member 32. The connecting part 313 includes a rotating groove 3131 for the rotating shaft 321 to rotate, and an elastically deformable part for limiting rotation. The locking protrusion 3132, which allows the shaft 321 to move, allows the user to install both ends of the support 32 onto the first mounting base 311 and the second mounting base 312 respectively. By gently applying force to the rotating shaft 321 at the end of the support 32 towards the rotating groove 3131, the locking protrusion 3132 deforms under force, allowing the rotating shaft 321 to enter the rotating groove 3131. Then, the locking protrusion 3132 returns to its elastic deformation, preventing the rotating shaft 321 from dislodging from the rotating groove 3131. The size of the rotating groove 3131 is larger than the size of the rotating shaft 321, ensuring that the rotating shaft 321 can move relative to the rotating groove 3131. 1. The rotation limiting mechanism 33 includes a limiting bracket 331 located inside the air conditioner body 1. The limiting bracket 331 is provided with a limiting slot 332, which is spaced apart along the length of the limiting bracket 331. When the user needs to open the front panel 2, the rotating shaft 321 on the first mounting base 311 is gently pulled out, so that one end of the support member 32 is separated from the first mounting base 311, while the other end of the support member 32 remains hinged to the second mounting base 312. The end of the support member 32 that is separated from the first mounting base 311 is inserted into the limiting slot 332. At this time, one end of the support member 32 is connected to the second mounting base 312 located on the front panel 2. The mounting base 312 abuts against each other, and the other end of the support member 32 abuts against the limiting slot 332 located on the air conditioner body 1. The support member 32 can stably support the front panel 2 on the air conditioner body 1. The limiting slot 332 is set at intervals along the length direction of the limiting bracket 331, allowing the rotating shaft 321 of the support member 32 to be inserted and engaged at different slot positions, thereby realizing the multi-angle adjustment of the support member 32. This effectively solves the problem that existing air conditioners generally use support rods to fix the position between the front panel and the body. However, since a single support rod cannot achieve precise control of the opening angle of the front panel, users face the problem of inconvenience in operation.

[0065] The above examples are merely illustrative of the technical content of this utility model to facilitate reader understanding, but do not imply that the implementation of this utility model is limited to these embodiments. Any technical extensions or re-creations made based on this utility model are protected by this utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the claims.

Claims

1. An adjustable angle support structure for an air conditioner panel, comprising a support assembly (3) located between the air conditioner body (1) and the front panel (2), characterized in that: The support assembly (3) includes an installation mechanism (31), a support member (32) movably connected to the installation mechanism (31), and a limiting mechanism (33). When the support member (32) moves relative to the installation mechanism (31), the limiting mechanism (33) can limit the tilt angle of the support member (32) so that the front panel (2) opens to different angles relative to the air conditioner body (1).

2. The adjustable angle support structure for an air conditioner panel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting mechanism (31) includes a first mounting base (311) connected to one side of the support (32) and a second mounting base (312) connected to the other side of the support (32).

3. The adjustable angle support structure for an air conditioner panel according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first mounting base (311) and the second mounting base (312) are both located on the front panel (2) and are provided with a connecting part (313) connected to the support member (32). The end of the support member (32) is provided with a rotating shaft (321). The connecting part (313) includes a rotating groove (3131) for the rotating shaft (321) to rotate, and a locking protrusion (3132) that can undergo elastic deformation and is used to restrict the movement of the rotating shaft (321).

4. The adjustable angle support structure for an air conditioner panel according to claim 3, characterized in that: The limiting mechanism (33) includes a limiting bracket (331) located inside the air conditioner body (1). The limiting bracket (331) is provided with a limiting slot (332). The rotating shaft (321) and the limiting slot (332) are inserted and engaged to limit the tilt angle of the support (32).

5. The adjustable angle support structure for an air conditioner panel according to claim 4, characterized in that: The limiting slots (332) are spaced apart along the length of the limiting bracket (331).

6. The adjustable angle support structure for an air conditioner panel according to claim 4, characterized in that: The limiting slot (332) includes a first limiting surface (3331) and a second limiting surface (3332). The second limiting surface (3332) extends along the circumferential direction of the rotating shaft (321). The first limiting surface (3331) and the second limiting surface (3332) are inclinedly connected to form a rounded corner.

7. The adjustable angle support structure for an air conditioner panel according to claim 5, characterized in that: The limiting slot (332) includes a first limiting slot (3321), a second limiting slot (3322), a third limiting slot (3323), and a fourth limiting slot (3324) connected in sequence.

8. The adjustable angle support structure for an air conditioner panel according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first mounting base (311) and the second mounting base (312) are integrally formed on the front panel (2).

9. The adjustable angle support structure for an air conditioner panel according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first mounting base (311) and the second mounting base (312) are spaced apart along the length of the limiting bracket (331). The first mounting base (311) and the second mounting base (312) are located near the middle of the front panel (2), and the limiting bracket (331) is located near the middle of the air conditioner body (1).

10. An air conditioner, characterized in that: The invention includes an adjustable angle support structure for an air conditioning panel as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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