Grid structure capable of being provided with motor, air conditioner outdoor unit and air conditioner
By designing a frame, grille body, central body, and motor mounting column in the air conditioner grille structure, and using bolts and nuts to fix the motor, the problem of unstable motor installation is solved, and a stable connection of the motor and stable operation of the equipment are achieved.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- QINGDAO HAIER AIR CONDITIONER GENERAL CORP LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-21
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-08
AI Technical Summary
In the existing technology, when the motor is installed on the plastic grid with bolts, there is a risk of unstable installation, insufficient structural strength, and repeated disassembly and reassembly, which may reduce the strength and may cause the plastic grid to be crushed in some areas.
A grid structure for mounting motors is designed, including a frame, a grid body, a central body, and a motor mounting column. By opening motor mounting holes and nut slots on the motor mounting column, the motor is fixed with bolts and nuts, which enhances the installation stability. The installation process is optimized by reinforcing parts and nut mounting channels.
This achieves a secure connection for the motor, reduces the risk of it falling, improves structural strength and installation accuracy, ensures the stability and safety of equipment operation, simplifies the installation process, and extends service life.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of air conditioning technology, and in particular to a grille structure for installing a motor, an outdoor air conditioning unit, and an air conditioner. Background Technology
[0002] An outdoor unit of an air conditioner generally includes a casing and a fan installed inside the casing. If the axial fan is installed on the grille, the motor bracket can be eliminated, which not only saves costs but also eliminates the wind resistance caused by the motor bracket blocking the airflow.
[0003] However, motors are typically installed using bolts through holes located at their four corners. If a motor bracket is available, threaded holes can be punched in the bracket for installation. But gratings, due to their complex shape and manufacturing process, are made of plastic. Since the motor, as the driving component, vibrates and is quite heavy, directly adding threaded holes to the plastic grating would be a cantilever beam installation, requiring high structural strength at the installation site. For plastic gratings, the strength of tapped bolts is insufficient. Furthermore, repeated disassembly and reassembly with tapped bolts further reduces structural strength. Excessive force during installation could lead to localized crushing of the plastic grating, posing a significant risk.
[0004] Therefore, how to provide a grid structure that allows for direct installation of motors to ensure the stable installation of axial flow fans is a technical problem that urgently needs to be solved by those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content
[0005] This utility model provides a grille structure for installing a motor, an outdoor air conditioning unit, and an air conditioner, in order to at least solve one of the above-mentioned problems in the prior art.
[0006] This utility model provides a grille structure that can be fitted with a motor.
[0007] A frame is a hollow box.
[0008] A grille body is disposed in the hollow interior; an air outlet is formed at the location of the grille body;
[0009] A central body is disposed on the inner side of the grid body; the central body has a tensile length in a first direction, wherein the first direction is perpendicular to the plane of the frame.
[0010] Multiple motor mounting posts are arranged circumferentially along the central body; motor mounting holes are correspondingly opened along the axial direction of the motor mounting posts, and nut grooves are opened along the radial direction of the motor mounting posts.
[0011] The grid structure for mounting a motor provided by this utility model has a central body that supports the motor. The motor mounting column is set along the axis of the central body, and a motor mounting hole is opened in the axial direction of the motor mounting column. A bolt is placed in the motor mounting hole. A nut groove is opened in the radial direction of the motor mounting column for the nut to be placed. The motor is firmly installed on the central body by fixing the motor together with the nut and the bolt, which reduces the risk of the motor falling off during operation.
[0012] According to the present invention, a grid structure for mounting a motor is provided, wherein the motor mounting hole is a circular open hole, and the bottom of the motor mounting hole is lower than the bottom surface of the nut groove.
[0013] The above structural design ensures that the bolts and nuts are fully connected, resulting in a secure connection.
[0014] According to the present invention, a grid structure for mounting a motor is provided, wherein the depth of the motor mounting hole is greater than the length of the bolt.
[0015] The above structure provides ample installation space for the bolts, ensuring their effective use.
[0016] According to the present invention, a grid structure for mounting a motor is provided, wherein the central body comprises:
[0017] The horizontal part is located within the plane of the frame;
[0018] A first ring body is disposed on the outer periphery of the horizontal portion along the first direction; the motor mounting post is disposed on the first ring body.
[0019] With the above structural design, the horizontal section provides space for the motor, and the first ring provides space for the motor to be installed.
[0020] According to the present invention, a grid structure for mounting a motor is provided, wherein the circle formed by the centers of the plurality of motor mounting posts is located on the outer periphery of the first ring body.
[0021] The above structure ensures both a stable connection to the motor and the largest possible air outlet.
[0022] According to the grid structure for mounting a motor provided by this utility model, the central body further includes:
[0023] The reinforcing parts are disposed on both sides of the motor mounting post, and the reinforcing parts smoothly transition from the motor mounting post along the outer periphery of the first ring body to both sides, and are connected to the first central body.
[0024] By setting up the above structure, the reinforcing part can enhance the structural strength of the central body and ensure a stable connection of the motor on the grid.
[0025] According to the present invention, a grid structure for mounting a motor is provided, wherein the reinforcing part on one side is provided with a nut mounting channel, and the nut mounting channel is connected to the nut groove.
[0026] The above structure provides a new direction for nut insertion. In addition, the nut installation channel is not necessarily symmetrical, so that when the motor is installed vertically, the nut will not fall out due to gravity.
[0027] According to the grid structure for mounting a motor provided by this utility model, the motor mounting hole and the motor mounting column are concentrically arranged.
[0028] The above structural design not only ensures uniform stress on the motor mounting column but also facilitates motor alignment.
[0029] This utility model also provides an outdoor unit for an air conditioner, including a housing and a grille structure for mounting a motor as described above, wherein the grille structure for mounting a motor is disposed on the housing.
[0030] The outdoor unit of the air conditioner provided by this utility model has the various advantages described above because it includes the grid structure for installing a motor as described above.
[0031] This utility model also provides an air conditioner, including the outdoor unit of the air conditioner as described above.
[0032] The air conditioner provided by this utility model has the various advantages described above because it includes the outdoor unit described above. Attached Figure Description
[0033] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.
[0034] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the grid structure for mounting a motor provided by this utility model.
[0035] Figure 2 This utility model provides Figure 1 Enlarged schematic diagram of some of the structures.
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[0037] 1. Frame; 2. Grille body; 3. Central body; 4. Motor mounting column; 5. Motor mounting hole; 6. Nut groove; 7. Nut mounting channel; 31. Horizontal part; 32. First ring body; 33. Reinforcing part. Detailed Implementation
[0038] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.
[0039] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the embodiments of this utility model. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0040] The following is combined Figures 1-2 This utility model describes a grid structure for mounting a motor, including a frame 1, a grid body 2, a central body 3, and a motor mounting column 4.
[0041] The frame 1 is a hollow frame; the grille body 2 is located within the hollow space; the grille body 2 forms an air outlet, ensuring smooth airflow. A central body 3 is located inside the grille body 2 and serves to support the motor. The central body 3 has an extended length in a first direction, accommodating motors of different sizes. This first direction is perpendicular to the plane of the frame 1. The central body 3 is typically circular. Multiple motor mounting posts 4 are arranged circumferentially around the central body 3; motor mounting holes 5 are correspondingly provided along the axial direction of the motor mounting posts 4 for placing bolts, and nut grooves 6 are provided along the radial direction of the motor mounting posts 4.
[0042] The grid structure for installing a motor provided by this utility model has a bolt placed in the motor mounting hole 5 and a nut groove 6 for placing the nut. By fixing the motor together with the nut and bolt, the motor can be firmly fixed to the central body 3. Compared with the traditional installation method, it greatly enhances the stability of the motor installation and significantly reduces the risk of the motor falling off due to vibration, external force and other factors during operation, providing a solid and reliable guarantee for the stable operation of the equipment.
[0043] In one feasible embodiment of this utility model, the motor mounting hole 5 is a circular aperture. The circular aperture, with its uniform and symmetrical geometric characteristics, can ensure that the bolt is subjected to uniform force. When tightening the motor, it can effectively avoid problems such as bolt tilting and loosening caused by uneven force, and greatly improve the accuracy and reliability of installation.
[0044] The bottom of the motor mounting hole 5 is lower than the bottom surface of the nut groove 6. When the bolt is tightened through the motor mounting hole 5 and the nut in the nut groove 6, the lower bottom of the motor mounting hole 5 ensures that the bolt is fully screwed in, resulting in a tighter engagement between the nut and the bolt, further enhancing the fixing effect. At the same time, this design effectively prevents the nut from accidentally coming off due to vibration during motor operation. Even in the event of strong vibration or external impact, the nut can be firmly locked in the nut groove 6, avoiding the risk of motor loosening due to nut falling off, and building a solid safety barrier for equipment operation.
[0045] In one feasible embodiment of this invention, the depth of the motor mounting hole 5 is greater than the length of the bolt. When the bolt is fully screwed into the motor mounting hole 5, its tip still maintains a safe distance from the hole opening; this reserved space forms a buffer zone. During long-term operation of the motor, vibration and displacement are inevitable. The design, with a depth greater than the bolt length, effectively prevents the bolt from gradually loosening and coming outward due to vibration. Even under extreme operating conditions, the bolt will not completely detach from the motor mounting hole 5, thus avoiding motor fixing failure caused by bolt detachment.
[0046] In a feasible embodiment of this utility model, the central body 3 includes a horizontal portion 31 and a first ring body 32. The horizontal portion 31 is disposed in the plane of the frame 1. The horizontal portion 31 can evenly distribute the gravity borne by the motor and the entire structure, and effectively transmit the pressure to the frame 1. The first ring body 32 is disposed on the outer periphery of the horizontal portion 31 along a first direction. A motor mounting post 4 is provided on the first ring body 32, which not only makes full use of the space of the central body 3, but also makes the installation of the motor more symmetrical and balanced, ensuring that the motor is subjected to uniform force during operation and reducing vibration and noise caused by unreasonable installation position.
[0047] In one feasible embodiment of this invention, the circle formed by the centers of the multiple motor mounting posts 4 is located on the outer periphery of the first annular body 32, enhancing the connection strength between the central body 3 and the frame 1. This allows the entire grille structure to maintain a stable shape when facing external impacts or motor vibrations, effectively ensuring the safe operation of the equipment. The spatial layout between the motor and the air outlet formed by the grille body 2 is optimized. This allows the heat generated during motor operation to be discharged more smoothly through the air outlet, preventing heat accumulation around the motor.
[0048] In a feasible embodiment of this utility model, the central body 3 further includes reinforcing portions 33, which are disposed on both sides of the motor mounting post 4. The reinforcing portions 33 smoothly transition from the motor mounting post 4 along the outer periphery of the first ring body 32 to both sides and connect with the central body 3. This greatly enhances the connection strength between the motor mounting post 4 and the central body 3. During operation, the motor generates continuous vibrations and forces, which are transmitted to the central body 3 through the motor mounting post 4. The presence of the reinforcing portions 33 can disperse these forces, preventing cracking and deformation at the connection between the motor mounting post 4 and the central body 3 due to stress concentration. This effectively improves the overall structure's ability to resist external impacts and extends the service life of the grid structure.
[0049] In one feasible embodiment of this utility model, a nut mounting channel 7 is provided on one side of the reinforcing part 33, and the nut mounting channel 7 communicates with the nut groove 6. The nut mounting channel 7 provides a clear and spacious path for nut installation. Operators can easily slide the nut along the nut mounting channel 7 to quickly and accurately reach the predetermined position in the nut groove 6, greatly simplifying the installation process and significantly improving installation efficiency. For large-scale production assembly scenarios, this can effectively shorten the production cycle, reduce labor costs, and improve overall production efficiency.
[0050] In one feasible embodiment of this utility model, the motor mounting hole 5 and the motor mounting column 4 are concentrically arranged. This ensures that the force on the motor after installation is evenly distributed on the motor mounting column 4. When the motor is running, the vibration and force generated are transmitted to the motor mounting column 4 through the bolts. Because the mounting holes are concentric, these forces will not be eccentrically concentrated, but will be evenly transmitted along the axis of the motor mounting column 4 to the central body 3 and the entire grid structure. This uniform force distribution effectively avoids deformation and damage caused by excessive local stress in the motor mounting column 4, extends the service life of the motor mounting column 4 and the entire structure, and also reduces equipment vibration and noise caused by uneven force distribution, improving the stability and comfort of equipment operation.
[0051] In summary, the grid structure for mounting motors provided by this utility model greatly enhances the stability of motor installation and significantly reduces the risk of the motor falling off due to vibration, external force, or other factors during operation, thus providing a solid and reliable guarantee for the stable operation of the equipment.
[0052] The second aspect of this utility model is to provide an outdoor unit for an air conditioner, including a housing and a grille structure for mounting a motor as described above, wherein the grille structure for mounting a motor is disposed on the housing.
[0053] Since the outdoor unit of the air conditioner in this embodiment adopts all the technical solutions of the above embodiments, it has at least all the beneficial effects brought about by the technical solutions of the above embodiments, which will not be repeated here.
[0054] The third aspect of this utility model is to provide an air conditioner, including the outdoor unit of the air conditioner as described above.
[0055] The air conditioner provided in this embodiment includes the outdoor unit of any of the above embodiments. Since the air conditioner in this embodiment adopts all the technical solutions of any of the above embodiments, it has at least all the beneficial effects brought about by the technical solutions of the above embodiments, which will not be repeated here.
[0056] The air conditioner provided in this embodiment can be a round cabinet air conditioner, a square cabinet air conditioner, or other types of air conditioners.
[0057] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this utility model according to the specific circumstances.
[0058] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "method," "specific method," or "some methods," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or method is included in at least one embodiment or method of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or method. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in a suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or methods. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or methods described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or methods.
[0059] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and not to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.
Claims
1. A grid structure for mounting a motor, characterized in that, include: The frame (1) is a hollow frame. A grille body (2) is disposed in the hollow interior; an air outlet is formed at the location of the grille body (2); A central body (3) is disposed on the inner side of the grid body (2); the central body (3) has a tensile length in a first direction, wherein the first direction is perpendicular to the plane of the frame (1); Multiple motor mounting posts (4) are arranged circumferentially along the central body; motor mounting holes (5) are opened correspondingly along the axial direction of the motor mounting posts (4), and nut grooves (6) are opened along the radial direction of the motor mounting posts (4).
2. The grid structure for mounting a motor according to claim 1, characterized in that, The motor mounting hole (5) is a circular open hole, and the bottom of the motor mounting hole (5) is lower than the bottom surface of the nut groove (6).
3. The grid structure for mounting a motor according to claim 2, characterized in that, The depth of the motor mounting hole (5) is greater than the length of the bolt.
4. The grid structure for mounting a motor according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, The central body (3) includes: The horizontal part (31) is located in the plane of the frame (1); A first ring body (32) is disposed on the outer periphery of the horizontal portion (31) along the first direction; the motor mounting post (4) is disposed on the first ring body.
5. The grid structure for mounting a motor according to claim 4, characterized in that, The circle formed by the centers of the plurality of motor mounting posts (4) is located on the outer periphery of the first annular body (32).
6. The grid structure for mounting a motor according to claim 5, characterized in that, The central body (3) also includes: The reinforcing part (33) is provided on both sides of the motor mounting post (4), and the reinforcing part (33) smoothly transitions from the motor mounting post (4) along the outer periphery of the first ring body (32) to both sides and is connected to the central body (3).
7. The grid structure for mounting a motor according to claim 6, characterized in that, One of the reinforcing parts (33) has a nut mounting channel (7) and the nut mounting channel (7) is connected to the nut groove (6).
8. The grid structure for mounting a motor according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, The motor mounting hole (5) is concentrically set with the motor mounting post (4).
9. An outdoor unit for an air conditioner, characterized in that, It includes a housing and a grid structure for mounting a motor as described in any one of claims 1-8, wherein the grid structure for mounting a motor is disposed on the housing.
10. An air conditioner, characterized in that, Includes the outdoor unit of the air conditioner as described in claim 9.