Air conditioner outdoor unit panel assembly

Abstract

The utility model discloses an air conditioner outdoor unit panel assembly in the technical field of air conditioners, which comprises a shell, the shell is provided with a front panel, a top plate, a left side plate and a right side plate, the left side of the front panel is detachably connected with the left side plate, the right side of the front panel is detachably connected with the right side plate, and the top plate is buckled on the left side plate and the right side plate and is respectively fixed with the left side plate and the right side plate through screws. The side edge of the top plate is tightly attached to the inner surface of the front panel, and the vertical projection of the front panel on the vertical plane completely covers the top plate. According to the air conditioner outdoor unit panel assembly, the matching structure of the top plate and the panel is changed, transverse black edges and screws on the front face are removed, and attractiveness, smoothness and visual continuity are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of air conditioning technology, and in particular to an air conditioner outdoor unit panel assembly. Background Technology

[0002] Traditional air conditioner outdoor unit front panel designs feature a single, integrated structure, with a top cover covering the entire front and side panels. The top cover is then secured to both the front and side panels with screws. However, this design has several drawbacks. For example, after assembly, the top cover leaves a noticeable horizontal black border on the outdoor unit's front panel, and the screws are prominently displayed on the front of the panel. The black border between the top cover and the front panel also affects the flatness and visual continuity of the front panel. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the technical problems existing in the prior art, this utility model provides an air conditioner outdoor unit panel assembly. This assembly improves flatness and visual continuity by changing the mating structure between the top plate and the panel and removing the horizontal black edge and screws on the front.

[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is:

[0005] An air conditioner outdoor unit panel assembly includes a housing, which has a front panel, a top panel, a left side panel, and a right side panel. The left side of the front panel is detachably connected to the left side panel, and the right side of the front panel is detachably connected to the right side panel. The top panel is fastened to the left and right side panels and fixed to the left and right side panels respectively by screws. The side of the top panel is tightly fitted to the inner surface of the front panel, and the vertical projection of the front panel in the vertical plane completely covers the top panel.

[0006] Furthermore, the left side panel has a first flange on one side, and at least one first slot is provided on the first flange. The front panel has a first bending part on the left side that cooperates with the left side panel. The first bending part is flush with the left side panel. A first locking pin is provided on one side of the first bending part that corresponds to the first slot. The first locking pin and the first slot are detachably engaged.

[0007] Furthermore, a second flange is provided on one side of the right side panel, and at least one second slot is provided on the second flange. A second bending part is provided on the right side of the front panel to cooperate with the right side panel. The second bending part is flush with the right side panel. A second locking pin is provided on one side of the second bending part to correspond to the second slot. The second locking pin and the second slot can be detachably engaged.

[0008] Furthermore, the second bend is provided with at least one mounting ear, and the second flange is provided with a groove corresponding to the mounting ear. The mounting ear is embedded in the groove, and the mounting ear is provided with a first mounting hole. The right side plate is provided with a corresponding second mounting hole, and a fixing bolt is provided in the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole.

[0009] Furthermore, both the outer top edge of the left panel and the outer top edge of the right panel are provided with mounting steps, and the top panel has a surrounding edge for fastening. The height of the mounting steps is equal to the thickness of the surrounding edge. When the top panel is fastened to the mounting steps, the outer edge of the top panel is flush with the outer edge of the left panel and the outer edge of the right panel, respectively.

[0010] Furthermore, a receiving groove is provided on the top of the inner surface of the front panel, and the surrounding edge is fastened into the receiving groove.

[0011] Furthermore, the left side panel has multiple air intake holes for lateral air intake.

[0012] Furthermore, the right side panel includes a main body and an outlet cover plate. The outlet cover plate is detachably connected to the main body. One or two outlet doors are provided on the outlet cover plate, and insect-proof grid plates are detachably installed on the outlet doors.

[0013] Furthermore, the front panel includes a main panel and a sub-panel arranged on the left and right sides, with the main panel and sub-panel tightly fitted and detachably connected.

[0014] Furthermore, the main panel has a third bend on the right side, and at least one third slot is provided on one side of the third bend. The sub-panel has a third flange on the left side, and a third pin is provided on the third flange that corresponds to the third slot. The third pin and the third slot can be detachably engaged.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0016] 1. By tightly fitting the side of the top panel to the inner surface of the front panel, and by ensuring that the vertical projection of the front panel completely covers the top panel in the vertical plane, the horizontal black border between the front panel and the top panel in the traditional design is eliminated, improving the flatness of the panel and the visual continuity, thereby enhancing the overall aesthetics and design of the air conditioner outdoor unit.

[0017] 2. The left side panel and the front panel are detachably connected by the first latch and the first slot, which realizes the quick assembly and disassembly of the front panel and the left side panel, simplifies the installation process, reduces the assembly difficulty, and also facilitates subsequent maintenance and replacement.

[0018] 3. The right side panel and the front panel are connected by a second latch and a second slot for detachable connection, which realizes the quick assembly and disassembly of the front panel and the left side panel, simplifies the installation process, further ensures the stability of the panel components and the convenience of assembly, and at the same time ensures the cleanliness of the panel appearance.

[0019] 4. The combined use of mounting ears and fixing bolts strengthens the connection between the front panel and the right side panel, improving overall stability. At the same time, the fixing ears are hidden inside the right side panel, enhancing the aesthetics of the outdoor unit.

[0020] 5. The installation steps at the top of the left and right side panels are interlocked with the edge of the top panel, ensuring a seamless connection between the top panel and the side panels. This not only enhances structural stability but also makes the surface of the outdoor unit of the air conditioner smoother and provides a better visual effect.

[0021] 6. The air intake design on the left side panel optimizes the air circulation performance of the outdoor unit of the air conditioner, improves heat dissipation efficiency, and does not affect the overall aesthetics of the panel.

[0022] 7. The detachable connection between the outlet cover plate of the right side plate and the main body, as well as the insect-proof grid plate, not only facilitates the access and maintenance of refrigerant pipes, but also effectively prevents small animals or insects from entering the machine, ensuring the safety of equipment operation.

[0023] 8. The detachable connection design of the main panel and the sub-panel realizes the modularity of the front panel, which facilitates partial replacement in production, transportation and after-sales service, reduces costs and improves efficiency.

[0024] 9. The detachable snap-fit ​​between the third latch and the third slot ensures a tight fit between the main panel and the sub-panel, which not only improves the flatness of the panel but also simplifies the assembly process and enhances the overall aesthetics and structural stability. Attached Figure Description

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the outer shell of the air conditioner outdoor unit panel assembly of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of the left side panel;

[0027] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of the left side panel from another perspective;

[0028] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram showing the fit between the front panel and the left side panel;

[0029] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A magnified view of part A in the image;

[0030] Figure 6 This is a structural diagram of the front panel;

[0031] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 A magnified view of part B in the image;

[0032] Figure 8 yes Figure 6 A magnified view of part C;

[0033] Figure 9 This is a structural diagram showing the fit between the front panel and the right side panel;

[0034] Figure 10 yes Figure 9 A magnified view of part D;

[0035] Figure 11 This is a structural diagram of the right side panel;

[0036] Figure 12 This is a structural diagram of the front panel from another perspective;

[0037] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the assembled outer shell;

[0038] The diagram is labeled as follows: 1-Shell, 11-Front panel, 11a-Main panel, 11b-Sub-panel, 111-First bend, 111a-First latch, 112-Second bend, 112a-Second latch, 112b-Mounting ear, 113-Receiving groove, 114-Third bend, 114a-Third slot, 115-Third flange, 115a-Third latch, 12-Top plate, 13-Left side plate, 131-First flange, 132-Air inlet, 131a-First slot, 14-Right side plate, 141-Second flange, 141a-Second slot, 141b-Groove, 14a-Main body, 14b-Outlet cover, 14c-Insect-proof grid plate, 2-Mounting step, 3-Side enclosure. Detailed Implementation

[0039] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0040] First, it should be stated that the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application are clearly and completely described. The described embodiments are only some of the embodiments of this application, and not a limitation of this utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0041] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "first", "second", "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "inner", "outer", "axial" or "radial" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation structure and operation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0042] It should be noted that, in this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connection" and "fixation," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "fixation" can mean a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; it can mean a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can mean a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can mean the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0043] Reference Figures 1 to 13 This utility model provides an air conditioner outdoor unit panel assembly.

[0044] like Figure 1 and Figure 9 As shown, in some embodiments, the air conditioner outdoor unit panel assembly includes a housing 1. The housing 1 has a front panel 11, a top panel 12, a left side panel 13, and a right side panel 14. The left side of the front panel 11 is detachably connected to the left side panel 13, and the right side of the front panel 11 is detachably connected to the right side panel 14. The top panel 12 is fastened to the left side panel 13 and the right side panel 14 and fixed to the left side panel 13 and the right side panel 14 respectively by screws. The side of the top panel 12 is tightly fitted to the inner surface of the front panel 11, and the vertical projection of the front panel 11 in the vertical plane completely covers the top panel 12.

[0045] For the detachable connection between the right side of the front panel 11 and the right side panel 14, bolt connection, snap-fit ​​connection, or a combination of bolt connection and snap-fit ​​connection can be used. There are no special restrictions here, as long as it can be detachably connected.

[0046] like Figures 2 to 5 As shown, in some embodiments, a first flange 131 is provided on one side of the left side panel 13, and at least one first slot 131a is provided on the first flange 131. A first bending portion 111 that cooperates with the left side panel 13 is provided on the left side of the front panel 11. The first bending portion 111 is flush with the left side panel 13. A first locking pin 111a corresponding to the first slot 131a is provided on one side of the first bending portion 111. The first locking pin 111a and the first slot 131a are detachably engaged.

[0047] The left side panel 13 and the front panel 11 are detachably connected by the first latch 111a and the first slot 131a. This design enables the quick assembly and disassembly of the front panel 11 and the left side panel 13, simplifies the installation process, reduces the assembly difficulty, and also facilitates subsequent maintenance and replacement.

[0048] like Figures 9 to 12As shown, in some embodiments, a second flange 141 is provided on one side of the right side plate 14, and at least one second slot 141a is provided on the second flange 141. A second bending portion 112 that cooperates with the right side plate 14 is provided on the right side of the front panel 11. The second bending portion 112 is flush with the right side plate 14. A second locking pin 112a corresponding to the second slot 141a is provided on one side of the second bending portion 112. The second locking pin 112a and the second slot 141a are detachably engaged.

[0049] like Figures 9 to 12 As shown, in some embodiments, the second bent portion 112 is provided with at least one mounting ear 112b, and the second flange 141 is provided with a groove 141b corresponding to the mounting ear 112b. The mounting ear 112b is embedded in the groove 141b, and the mounting ear 112b is provided with a first mounting hole. The right side plate 14 is provided with a second mounting hole, and a fixing bolt is provided in the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole.

[0050] This design not only strengthens the connection between the front panel 11 and the right side panel 14, but also makes the mounting ears 112b invisible from the outside, increasing the overall aesthetic appeal.

[0051] like Figure 2 , Figure 11 and Figure 13 As shown, in some embodiments, mounting steps 2 are provided on the outer side of the top of the left side plate 13 and the outer side of the top of the right side plate 14. The top plate 12 has a surrounding edge 3 for fastening. The height of the mounting step 2 is equal to the thickness of the surrounding edge 3. When the top plate 12 is fastened to the mounting step 2, the outer side of the surrounding edge 3 of the top plate 12 is flush with the outer side of the left side plate 13 and the outer side of the right side plate 14, respectively.

[0052] like Figure 1 , Figure 12 and Figure 13 As shown, in some embodiments, a receiving groove 113 is provided on the top of the inner surface of the front panel 11, and the surrounding edge 3 is fastened in the receiving groove 113.

[0053] like Figure 1 As shown, in some embodiments, the left side plate 13 has a plurality of air inlets 132 for lateral air intake.

[0054] like Figure 9 and Figure 13 As shown, in some embodiments, the right side plate 14 includes a main body 14a and an outlet cover plate 14b. The outlet cover plate 14b is detachably connected to the main body 14a. One or two outlet doors are provided on the outlet cover plate 14b, and insect-proof grid plates 14c are detachably provided on the outlet doors.

[0055] like Figure 1As shown, in some embodiments, the front panel 11 includes a main panel 11a and a sub-panel 11b arranged on the left and right sides, with the main panel 11a and the sub-panel 11b being tightly attached and detachably connected.

[0056] The detachable connection design between the main panel 11a and the sub-panel 11b enables the modularity of the front panel 11, facilitating partial replacement in production, transportation, and after-sales service, thereby reducing costs and improving efficiency. For the detachable connection design between the main panel 11a and the sub-panel 11b, bolt connection, snap-fit ​​connection, or a combination of both can be used; no particular limitation is made, as long as the connection is detachable.

[0057] like Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, in some embodiments, the main panel 11a has a third bend 114 on the right side, and at least one third slot 114a is provided on one side of the third bend 114. The sub-panel 11b has a third flange 115 on the left side, and a third pin 115a corresponding to the third slot 114a is provided on the third flange 115. The third pin 115a and the third slot 114a are detachably engaged.

Claims

1. An air conditioner outdoor unit panel assembly, comprising a housing (1), the housing (1) having a front panel (11), a top panel (12), a left side panel (13), and a right side panel (14), wherein the left side of the front panel (11) is detachably connected to the left side panel (13), and the right side of the front panel (11) is detachably connected to the right side panel (14), and the top panel (12) is fastened to the left side panel (13) and the right side panel (14) and fixed to the left side panel (13) and the right side panel (14) respectively by screws, characterized in that: The side of the top plate (12) is tightly fitted to the inner surface of the front panel (11), and the vertical projection of the front panel (11) on the vertical plane completely covers the top plate (12).

2. The air conditioner outdoor unit panel assembly as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The left side panel (13) has a first flange (131) on one side, and at least one first slot (131a) is provided on the first flange (131). The front panel (11) has a first bending part (111) on the left side that cooperates with the left side panel (13). The first bending part (111) is flush with the left side panel (13). A first locking pin (111a) corresponding to the first slot (131a) is provided on one side of the first bending part (111). The first locking pin (111a) and the first slot (131a) are detachably engaged.

3. The air conditioner outdoor unit panel assembly as described in claim 2, characterized in that: A second flange (141) is provided on one side of the right side panel (14), and at least one second slot (141a) is provided on the second flange (141). A second bending part (112) is provided on the right side of the front panel (11) to cooperate with the right side panel (14). The second bending part (112) is flush with the right side panel (14). A second locking pin (112a) corresponding to the second slot (141a) is provided on one side of the second bending part (112). The second locking pin (112a) and the second slot (141a) are detachably engaged.

4. The air conditioner outdoor unit panel assembly as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The second bend (112) is provided with at least one mounting ear (112b), and the second flange (141) is provided with a groove (141b) corresponding to the mounting ear (112b). The mounting ear (112b) is embedded in the groove (141b), and the mounting ear (112b) is provided with a first mounting hole. The right side plate (14) is provided with a second mounting hole, and a fixing bolt is provided in the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole.

5. The air conditioner outdoor unit panel assembly as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The top outer side of the left side plate (13) and the top outer side of the right side plate (14) are provided with mounting steps (2). The top plate (12) has a surrounding edge (3) for fastening. The height of the mounting step (2) is equal to the thickness of the surrounding edge (3). When the top plate (12) is fastened to the mounting step (2), the outer side of the surrounding edge (3) of the top plate (12) is flush with the outer side of the left side plate (13) and the outer side of the right side plate (14) respectively.

6. The air conditioner outdoor unit panel assembly as described in claim 5, characterized in that: A receiving groove (113) is provided on the top of the inner surface of the front panel (11), and the surrounding edge (3) is fastened in the receiving groove (113).

7. The air conditioner outdoor unit panel assembly as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The left side plate (13) has multiple air inlets (132) for lateral air intake.

8. The air conditioner outdoor unit panel assembly as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The right side plate (14) includes a main body (14a) and an outlet cover plate (14b). The outlet cover plate (14b) is detachably connected to the main body (14a). One or two outlet doors are provided on the outlet cover plate (14b), and insect-proof grid plates (14c) are detachably provided on the outlet doors.

9. The air conditioner outdoor unit panel assembly as described in any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that: The front panel (11) includes a main panel (11a) and a sub-panel (11b) arranged on the left and right sides, respectively. The main panel (11a) and the sub-panel (11b) are closely attached and detachably connected.

10. The air conditioner outdoor unit panel assembly as claimed in claim 9, characterized in that: The main panel (11a) has a third bend (114) on the right side, and at least one third slot (114a) is provided on one side of the third bend (114). The sub-panel (11b) has a third flange (115) on the left side, and a third pin (115a) corresponding to the third slot (114a) is provided on the third flange (115). The third pin (115a) and the third slot (114a) are detachably engaged.

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