Partition plate assembly and refrigerator

Abstract

The partition plate assembly comprises a base, a cover plate and a front plate, the base is composed of a rear plate, a bottom plate and side plates, the cover plate is detachably connected with the rear plate, and the bottom plate is detachably connected with the front plate; a heating assembly is arranged on the inner side of the front plate and used for maintaining the temperature and preventing condensation; the side plates are provided with through holes, thereby facilitating wiring and installation of wires of the heating assembly. According to the partition plate assembly, by optimizing the structural design and adding the functional modules, the effects of preventing condensation and being convenient to disassemble and assemble are achieved, and the using stability of the refrigerator is effectively improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of household appliance structural design, specifically to a partition assembly and a refrigerator. Background Technology

[0002] During the use of modern refrigerators, due to the large temperature difference between the inside of the refrigerator and the outside environment, especially in high temperature and high humidity environments, condensation is prone to occur on the partition structure near the refrigerator door. This is especially true for refrigerators with upper and lower compartments, where condensation is more likely to occur on the partition structure between the refrigerator compartment and the freezer compartment. Condensation may drip into the refrigerator, affecting the food storage environment and causing food to become damp and spoil. Water droplets that remain on the surface of the shelves or in the sealed areas of the refrigerator for a long time may lead to mold growth and affect the hygiene of the refrigerator's interior.

[0003] Currently, some refrigerators use optimized sealing strips, insulation material filling, or drainage designs to alleviate condensation problems, but issues such as insufficient insulation performance and significant heat loss still exist. Therefore, designing a shelf assembly that can reduce condensation and improve temperature stability has become a pressing technical challenge for the refrigerator industry. Utility Model Content

[0004] The present invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art, and to this end:

[0005] This utility model provides a partition assembly, including a base, a cover plate, and a front plate. The base includes a rear plate, a bottom plate, and two side plates. The rear plate is perpendicularly connected to the bottom plate, and the two side plates are respectively connected to both sides of the rear plate. The rear plate is detachably connected to the cover plate, and the bottom plate is detachably connected to the front plate. A heating component is provided on the inner side of the front plate for heating the front plate. The side plates have through holes for wiring and installation of the heating component.

[0006] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the heating assembly includes a heating wire that passes through the perforation into the partition assembly and is arranged along the inner side of the front plate.

[0007] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the heating wire is attached to the inside of the front plate by means of aluminum foil.

[0008] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the partition assembly is provided with a heat insulation layer, which fills the cavity formed by the base, the cover plate and the front plate.

[0009] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the insulation layer is an XPS board.

[0010] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the rear plate is provided with a snap-fit ​​portion for connecting with the cover plate; the bottom plate is provided with a connecting post, and the end of the connecting post is provided with a first fixing member for fixedly connecting with the front plate; one side of the cover plate is provided with a snap-fit ​​member for snap-fit ​​connection with the snap-fit ​​portion on the rear plate; the other side of the cover plate is provided with a reverse fastener for connecting with the front plate; one side of the front plate is provided with a reverse fastener portion for engaging with the reverse fastener portion of the cover plate; the other side of the front plate is provided with a connecting portion, which is fixedly connected to the connecting post through the first fixing member.

[0011] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the side plate is provided with a mounting groove and a mounting hole on its outer side. The mounting groove is used for slidingly engaging with the mounting part of the inner wall of the refrigerator, and the mounting hole, in conjunction with a second fixing member, installs the partition assembly in the refrigerator body.

[0012] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the front plate is made of A3 plate or other magnetic material and is used to attract the refrigerator door.

[0013] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the base plate is provided with a lighting system, and the lighting system is fixedly installed by the buckle of the base plate.

[0014] This utility model also provides a refrigerator, including a cabinet, a first chamber and a second chamber, wherein the first chamber and the second chamber are disposed inside the cabinet, the first chamber is disposed above the second chamber, a partition is provided between the first chamber and the second chamber, and a partition assembly of the above embodiment is provided at one end of the partition near the opening of the cabinet, the partition is provided with a groove and a mounting part, the mounting groove of the partition assembly is fitted with the groove, and the mounting hole of the partition assembly is fitted with a third fixing member to fix it to the mounting part.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the embodiments of this utility model have the following beneficial effects:

[0016] The partition assembly of this utility model has the following beneficial effects through optimized structural design and added functional modules:

[0017] 1. Prevent condensation: The heating element maintains the temperature of the partition assembly at approximately the same level as the ambient temperature, effectively preventing condensation and avoiding food from getting damp.

[0018] 2. Easy disassembly and assembly: It adopts a detachable snap-fit ​​structure, which makes it easy to install, replace and clean, improving the convenience of maintenance.

[0019] Overall, this invention effectively solves the condensation problem and improves the stability, ease of use, and energy efficiency of the partition assembly. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the base structure in this utility model;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a side view of the cover plate in this utility model;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the front plate structure in this utility model;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the insulation layer in this utility model;

[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the refrigerator structure in this utility model;

[0027] Figure 7 This is a front view of the refrigerator in this utility model.

[0028] Figure label:

[0029] 1. Base; 11. Rear plate; 111. Snap-fit ​​part; 12. Bottom plate; 121. Connecting column; 122. First fixing part; 123. Buckle; 13. Side plate; 131. Through hole; 132. Mounting groove; 133. Mounting hole; 2. Cover plate; 21. Snap-fit ​​part; 22. Reverse fastener; 3. Front plate; 31. Reverse fastener part; 32. Connecting part; 33. Heating assembly; 4. Insulation layer; 5. Lighting system; 6. Cabinet; 7. Chamber 1; 8. Chamber 2; 9. Partition assembly. Detailed Implementation

[0030] 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.

[0031] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the directional or positional relationship based on the directional or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing 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 this utility model.

[0032] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "setting," "installation," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0033] References to "one embodiment" or "some embodiments" in this specification mean that one or more embodiments of the present invention include a specific feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment. Therefore, the phrases "in one embodiment," "in some embodiments," "in other embodiments," "in still other embodiments," etc., appearing in different parts of this specification do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, but rather mean "one or more, but not all, embodiments," unless otherwise specifically emphasized. The terms "comprising," "including," "having," and variations thereof mean "including but not limited to," unless otherwise specifically emphasized.

[0034] This invention provides a partition assembly 9, which is installed between the upper and lower refrigerator compartments and the freezer compartment of a refrigerator to separate the space and enhance the sealing performance to prevent cold air leakage. Through its reasonable structural design, it effectively prevents the formation of condensate.

[0035] The partition assembly 9 of this utility model mainly includes a base 1, a cover plate 2, and a front plate 3, wherein:

[0036] The base 1 includes a rear plate 11, a bottom plate 12, and two side plates 13, which provide overall support so that the partition assembly 9 can be stably installed inside the refrigerator. The rear plate 11 is vertically connected to the bottom plate 12, forming an L-shaped structure. The two side plates 13 are respectively installed on both sides of the rear plate 11 to ensure the overall stability of the base 1. The rear plate 11 has a snap-fit ​​part 111 for connecting with the cover plate 2, making the cover plate 2 securely installed and removable for easy maintenance and replacement. The bottom plate 12 has a connecting post 121 with a fixing piece 122 at its end for fixed connection with the front plate 3, improving overall stability.

[0037] The cover plate 2 is installed above the base 1 and is connected to the base 1 by a snap-fit ​​123, serving to close and fix the cover plate. One end of the cover plate 2 is provided with a snap-fit ​​part 21, which can be snapped into the snap-fit ​​part 111 on the rear plate 11 to ensure a secure connection between the cover plate 2 and the rear plate 11, and to provide a certain degree of elasticity for easy installation and disassembly. The other end of the cover plate 2 is provided with a reverse snap-fit ​​part 22, which can cooperate with the reverse snap-fit ​​part 31 of the front plate 3 to achieve a secure connection.

[0038] The front panel 3 is located at the front end of the partition assembly 9 and can contact and adhere to the upper and lower doors of the refrigerator to form a tightly sealed structure, preventing cold air leakage and improving the refrigerator's cooling efficiency. One end of the front panel 3 is provided with a snap-fit ​​part 31, which engages and fixes with the snap-fit ​​piece 22 on the cover plate 2 to ensure that the front panel 3 is securely installed; the other end of the front panel 3 is provided with a connecting part 32, which is fixed to the connecting post 121 on the bottom plate 12 by the fixing piece 122 to improve structural strength; the front panel 3 can contact and adhere to the upper and lower doors of the refrigerator, so that the doors and the partition assembly 9 form a tight connection, reducing cold air leakage; the inner side of the front panel 3 is provided with a heating component 33, which can heat the front panel 3 so that its surface temperature is basically the same as the external ambient temperature of the refrigerator, thereby preventing condensation caused by temperature difference.

[0039] The aforementioned front panel 3 can magnetically attach to the upper and lower doors of the refrigerator, ensuring that the partition and the door form a sealed structure, reducing cold air loss and improving refrigeration efficiency. The inner side of the front panel 3 is equipped with a heating component 33, which can maintain the temperature of the partition assembly 9 basically the same as the external environment, effectively preventing the generation of condensation, avoiding water droplet accumulation, and extending the service life of the partition assembly 9. Through elastic snap-fit, reverse snap structure, and fixing with connecting post 121, the installation of the partition assembly 9 is more stable, avoiding the partition from loosening or shifting due to frequent opening and closing of the refrigerator door. The cover 2 adopts a detachable snap-fit ​​structure, which is convenient to install and makes future maintenance and replacement more convenient.

[0040] In some embodiments, the side plate 13 is provided with a through hole 131 for wiring and installation of the heating component 33. The diameter and position of the through hole 131 are designed to allow the wires of the heating component 33 to pass through the side plate 13 and extend to the power interface, thereby ensuring a stable power supply to the heating component 33 and avoiding exposed wires that would affect aesthetics and safety.

[0041] In some embodiments, the heating assembly 33 includes a heating wire that passes through a perforation 131 on the side plate 13 into the interior of the partition assembly 9 and is arranged along the inner side of the front plate 3. Specifically, one end of the heating wire passes through the perforation 131 on the side plate 13 and is connected to an external power supply line to achieve stable power supply. The arrangement of the heating wire along the inner side of the front plate 3 ensures uniform heat distribution and optimizes the heating effect. The heating wire can be fixed to the inner side of the front plate 3 with aluminum foil to improve heat conduction efficiency and prevent the heating wire from loosening or shifting during use. After being energized, the heating wire can heat the front plate 3, making its surface temperature close to the external ambient temperature of the refrigerator, thereby reducing condensation caused by temperature differences.

[0042] In some embodiments, the partition assembly 9 is provided with a heat insulation layer 4. Specifically, the heat insulation layer 4 fills the cavity formed by the base 1, the cover plate 2 and the front plate 3, so that it can evenly fill the entire internal space of the partition assembly 9, and the partition assembly 9 can effectively reduce heat loss during operation.

[0043] In some embodiments, the insulation layer 4 can be installed by adhesive or snap-fit ​​123 to keep it stable in the cavity and prevent displacement or collapse due to vibration or temperature changes during use.

[0044] In some embodiments, the insulation layer 4 can be made of XPS (extruded polystyrene) board, which has excellent thermal insulation performance, low thermal conductivity and strong compressive strength, ensuring good thermal insulation effect during long-term use.

[0045] In some embodiments, the base plate 12 is provided with a lighting system 5, which includes an LED light source. The LED light source is installed via a clip 123 on the base plate 12 and is used to improve the visibility inside the drawer. Specifically, the LED light source is fixed to the inner side of the base plate 12 and located in an area close to the inside of the drawer to provide a uniform lighting effect. The base plate 12 is provided with a clip 123 structure for quickly fixing the LED light source so that it can be installed stably and is convenient for later maintenance or replacement. The LED light source is connected to the refrigerator's power supply system via a wire. The wire can enter the interior of the partition assembly 9 through the through hole 131 of the side plate 13 to ensure neat wiring that does not affect aesthetics or use.

[0046] In some embodiments, the cover plate 2 is made of plastic nylon (PA) material, which has excellent mechanical strength, impact resistance and wear resistance, and can adapt to the long-term use environment inside the refrigerator; the surface of the cover plate 2 can be treated with anti-slip or anti-fouling treatment to improve service life and ease of cleaning, and prevent food from being contaminated with stains or moisture during storage, thus affecting performance.

[0047] In some embodiments, the front panel 3 is made of A-plate or other magnetic materials to attract and cooperate with the magnetic sealing strip of the refrigerator door, thereby improving the stability of the shelf assembly 9. Specifically, the front panel 3 is made of A-plate (low carbon steel) or other magnetic materials, which have good magnetism and can attract each other with the magnetic sealing strip of the refrigerator door, thereby enhancing the refrigerator's sealing performance, reducing cold air leakage, and improving the refrigerator's energy efficiency ratio; the rust-proof and corrosion-proof properties of A-plate or other magnetic materials allow it to maintain good condition in the low-temperature environment inside the refrigerator, extending the service life of the shelf assembly 9.

[0048] In some embodiments, the side panel 13 is provided with a mounting groove 132, the size of which matches the mounting portion of the inner wall of the refrigerator, so that the partition assembly 9 can slide along the mounting portion for easy installation and disassembly.

[0049] In some embodiments, the mounting slot 132 is designed to fit refrigerator mounting parts of different sizes, providing strong compatibility and enabling the partition assembly 9 to be applied to different models of refrigerators.

[0050] In some embodiments, the side panel 13 is also provided with mounting holes 133, the position of which is aligned with the fixed part of the inner wall of the refrigerator. During installation, it can be locked by fasteners 122 such as screws or buckles 123, so that the partition assembly 9 is stable and not easy to loosen.

[0051] This application also provides a refrigerator, including a cabinet 6, a first compartment 7, and a second compartment 8, wherein the first compartment 7 is disposed above the second compartment 8, and the two are separated by a partition. The partition assembly 9 is provided at one end of the partition assembly near the opening of the cabinet 6. This partition assembly 9 can effectively prevent the loss of cold air between the refrigerator compartment and the freezer compartment and reduce the generation of condensation.

[0052] The partition section has a recessed section and a mounting section. The partition assembly 9 is installed in the following way: the mounting groove 132 of the partition assembly 9 cooperates with the recessed section of the partition section, so that the partition assembly 9 can be embedded into the partition section to ensure the stability of the installation; the mounting hole 133 of the partition assembly 9 cooperates with the fastener 122 on the mounting section and is fixed by screws or buckles 123 to further enhance the installation firmness and prevent loosening or displacement.

[0053] This utility model has the following advantages:

[0054] I. Prevent condensation and improve food storage quality

[0055] By setting the heating component 33, the temperature of the partition component 9 is basically the same as that of the external environment, avoiding condensation caused by temperature difference, thereby keeping the inside of the refrigerator dry, preventing food from getting damp, and improving storage quality.

[0056] II. Quick-release structure for easy cleaning and maintenance.

[0057] The cover plate 2 and the front plate 3 adopt a quick-release design, which allows maintenance personnel to easily disassemble the partition assembly 9, making it convenient to clean and repair the internal structure such as the heating assembly 33 and the insulation layer 4, extending the service life and improving maintenance convenience.

[0058] III. Improve temperature stability and reduce energy loss

[0059] The interior of the partition assembly 9 is filled with an insulation layer 4 (such as XPS extruded board), which effectively reduces heat loss and improves temperature stability, thereby enhancing the energy-saving effect of the refrigerator.

[0060] IV. Easy installation and stable structure

[0061] The side panel 13 has a mounting groove 132 and a mounting hole 133 on its outer side. It slides with the mounting part on the inner wall of the refrigerator and is locked with the fastener 122 to achieve quick installation and disassembly, improving the convenience of maintenance.

[0062] V. Provide lighting function to optimize user experience

[0063] The base plate 12 is equipped with a lighting system 5, which uses LED light source to improve the visibility inside the refrigerator, so that users can clearly see the stored items in low light environment.

[0064] VI. Optimized material selection, resulting in superior durability.

[0065] The cover plate 2 is made of plastic nylon material, which improves durability and impact resistance and reduces the risk of damage during long-term use.

[0066] The front panel 3 uses A plate or other magnetic materials to ensure that it can fit well with the magnetic sealing strip of the refrigerator door, improving the adsorption force and stability.

[0067] In summary, this utility model has significant advantages in terms of anti-condensation, structural stability, energy saving and consumption reduction, convenient installation, high durability and user experience, and can effectively improve the performance of the refrigerator and user satisfaction.

[0068] The above-described embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended 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, and should all be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A partition assembly, characterized in that, Includes base, cover plate and front plate, The base includes a rear plate, a bottom plate, and two side plates. The rear plate is perpendicularly connected to the bottom plate, and the two side plates are respectively connected to both sides of the rear plate. The rear plate is detachably connected to the cover plate, and the bottom plate is detachably connected to the front plate; A heating assembly is provided on the inner side of the front panel for heating the front panel; The side plate has perforations for wiring and installation of the heating components.

2. The partition assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The heating assembly includes a heating wire that passes through the perforation into the partition assembly and is arranged along the inner side of the front plate.

3. The partition assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The heating wire is attached to the inside of the front panel by means of aluminum foil.

4. The partition assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The partition assembly has an insulation layer inside, which fills the cavity formed by the base, cover plate and front plate.

5. The partition assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, The insulation layer is an XPS board.

6. The partition assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rear plate is provided with a snap-fit ​​part for connecting with the cover plate; The base plate is provided with a connecting column, and the end of the connecting column is provided with a first fixing member for fixed connection with the front plate; One side of the cover plate is provided with a snap-fit ​​component for snap-fit ​​connection with the snap-fit ​​part on the rear plate; the other side of the cover plate is provided with a reverse snap-fit ​​component for connection with the front plate. One side of the front plate has a snap-fit ​​part for engaging with the snap-fit ​​part of the cover plate; the other side of the front plate has a connecting part for being fixedly connected to the connecting post through the first fixing member.

7. The partition assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that, The side panel has a mounting groove and a mounting hole on its outer side. The mounting groove is used to slide and fit with the mounting part on the inner wall of the refrigerator. The mounting hole, in conjunction with the second fixing member, installs the partition assembly in the refrigerator body.

8. The partition assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The front panel is made of A3 board and is used to attach the refrigerator door.

9. The partition assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The base plate is equipped with a lighting system, which is fixedly installed by the base plate's clips.

10. A refrigerator, comprising a cabinet, a first compartment, and a second compartment, wherein the first compartment and the second compartment are disposed inside the cabinet, the first compartment is disposed above the second compartment, and a partition is provided between the first compartment and the second compartment, characterized in that, The partition section is provided with a partition assembly as described in any one of claims 1-9 at one end near the opening of the housing. The partition section is provided with a groove and a mounting section. The mounting groove of the partition assembly is installed in conjunction with the groove. The mounting hole of the partition assembly is fixed to the mounting section in conjunction with a third fastener.

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