Connecting piece for water pan, water pan and air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of air conditioning systems, and discloses a connecting piece for a water pan, the water pan and an air conditioner. The connecting piece for the water pan comprises a main body plate provided with a connecting hole, and a fastening piece suitable for penetrating through the connecting hole; and the limiting piece comprises a stopping part, the connecting hole and the stopping part are arranged at intervals in the insertion direction of the fastener, and when the fastener abuts against the stopping part, the stopping part is used for limiting the fastener to continuously move in the direction of the stopping part. When the fastener is too long and moves to be in contact with the stopping part, the stopping part can prevent the fastener from being continuously inserted, so that the fastener is prevented from hitting the leakage-proof layer of the water pan, and normal operation of the air conditioner is guaranteed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of air conditioning system technology, specifically to a connector for a water tray, a water tray, and an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, air conditioner drip trays include a leak-proof layer to collect condensate, which is then pumped out of the air conditioner. Because the condensate produced in cooling mode is at a low temperature, it easily exchanges heat with the surrounding warm air, causing condensation to form on the surface of the leak-proof layer and drip down. To prevent condensation, the leak-proof layer is insulated with a thermal insulation layer.

[0003] In related technologies, in order to fix and connect the water tray, a connector is provided inside the insulation layer, and the air conditioner panel is fixed to the connector of the water tray by fixing screws.

[0004] In the process of implementing the embodiments of this disclosure, at least the following problems were found in the related art:

[0005] In related technologies, if the installer uses screws that do not meet the installation requirements, such as screws that are too long, the leak-proof layer of the drip tray may be damaged, causing the air conditioner to malfunction.

[0006] It should be noted that the information disclosed in the background section above is only used to enhance the understanding of the background of this application, and therefore may include information that does not constitute prior art known to those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content

[0007] To provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed embodiments, a brief summary is given below. This summary is not intended as a general commentary, nor is it intended to identify key / important components or describe the scope of protection of these embodiments, but rather as a prelude to the detailed description that follows.

[0008] This disclosure provides a connector for a water tray, a water tray, and an air conditioner to prevent the leak-proof layer from being breached and to ensure the normal operation of the air conditioner.

[0009] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a connector for a water receiving tray is provided. The connector for the water receiving tray includes: a main plate having a connecting hole, a fastener adapted to pass through the connecting hole; and a limiting member including a stop portion, the connecting hole and the stop portion being spaced apart along the fastener insertion direction, wherein when the fastener abuts against the stop portion, the stop portion is used to limit the fastener from continuing to move toward the stop portion.

[0010] In this embodiment, the main body plate has a connecting hole, through which fasteners can pass, enabling the connection of the fastener to other components. A stop is provided on one side of the connecting hole, and the connecting hole and the stop are positioned along the direction of fastener insertion. When the fastener passes through the connecting hole, if the fastener's length is within the standard range, the fastener will not abut against the stop or will just abut against it, thus ensuring normal connection. If the fastener's length exceeds the standard length, it will abut against the stop before being fully inserted. The stop prevents further movement of the fastener, alerting the installer that the fastener does not meet the standard and allowing for timely replacement. This prevents the fastener from being too long and puncturing the drip tray, ensuring the drip tray's normal operation and consequently, the normal operation of the air conditioner.

[0011] In some alternative embodiments, the limiting member further includes: a connecting portion connected between the main body plate and the stop portion; wherein the connection between the connecting portion and the stop portion forms a bend, the connecting portion is located on one side of the radial direction of the connecting hole, and the stop portion corresponds to the connecting hole.

[0012] In this embodiment, the limiting member is connected to the main body plate via a connecting portion. This facilitates the fixing and setting of the stop portion, and the connection between the stop portion and the main body plate also prevents the stop portion from moving under the thrust of the fastener, ensuring the limiting function of the stop portion. The connecting portion is connected to one side of the connecting hole radially, so that the connecting portion does not interfere with the movement path of the fastener, ensuring smooth insertion. Furthermore, the connecting portion also serves a positioning function, preventing the fastener from shifting.

[0013] In some alternative embodiments, the connector is adapted to be embedded inside the water receiving tray; wherein the main body plate is constructed with a bending structure and / or a folded edge, the bending structure and / or folded edge engaging with the inside of the water receiving tray.

[0014] In this embodiment, the main body plate is embedded inside the water receiving tray, which improves the embedding effect of the main body plate within the water receiving tray and enhances the stability of the connector within the water receiving tray. To further improve the connection stability of the connector, the main body plate is provided with a bending structure and / or folded edges. This increases the contact area between the main body plate and the foam inside the water receiving tray and forms a three-dimensional interlocking connection, constraining it in three dimensions. This greatly improves the adhesion between the connector and the inside of the water receiving tray, thereby enabling the connector to be firmly and reliably embedded inside the water receiving tray.

[0015] In some alternative embodiments, the main body plate includes: an embedded part with a connection hole; an external connecting part connected to the embedded part and located outside the water receiving tray for connection with external components; and / or, the main body plate is a metal part, one end of the main body plate is used for electrical connection with the electrical control box, and the other end of the main body plate is used for connection with the mounting base to realize the grounding of the electrical control box.

[0016] In this embodiment, a portion of the main body plate is embedded within the water receiving tray to fix the main body plate. The external connecting portion of the main body plate can connect to external components, thus achieving connection and fixation between the water receiving tray and the external components. Additionally, the main body plate can also serve as a conductor for grounding the electrical control box, allowing leakage current to be directly conducted to the installation foundation, preventing the control box casing from becoming energized, thereby protecting operators or users from electric shock.

[0017] In some alternative embodiments, the stop portion has an overflow port, and / or the main body plate has a through hole.

[0018] In this embodiment, the overflow port allows foam particles to flow through, improving the smoothness of foam flow around the stop portion and thus enhancing the injection molding effect. Furthermore, the through-hole penetrates the main body plate along its thickness direction. This allows foam to flow within the through-hole when the connector is embedded in the drip tray. The through-hole improves the flowability of foam around the main body plate, increasing the injection volume and preventing voids. Moreover, the foam passing through the through-hole also improves the tightness of the connection between the connector and the drip tray, preventing the connector from detaching.

[0019] According to a second aspect of the present invention, a water receiving tray is provided, the water receiving tray including a connector for the water receiving tray as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0020] In some alternative embodiments, the drip tray further includes: an insulation layer forming a drip groove; a leak-proof layer covering the wall of the drip groove for collecting condensate; wherein the connector is embedded in the insulation layer, and the stop portion is located on the side of the connector hole facing the bottom wall of the drip groove.

[0021] In this embodiment, the leak-proof layer is used to collect condensate, which is then discharged by a water pump. To prevent condensation and dripping from the surface of the leak-proof layer, an insulation layer is provided on the outside of the leak-proof layer to maintain its temperature. The connector is embedded in the insulation layer, with the stop located on the side of the connection hole facing the bottom wall of the water tank. When a fastener is driven into the water tank from below, the fastener passes through the insulation layer and then through the connection hole. When the fastener length meets the standard, the free end of the fastener will not contact the stop or will only just contact it when fully tightened. When the fastener length exceeds the standard, the free end of the fastener abuts against the stop before it is fully tightened, preventing further insertion and indicating that the fastener length exceeds the standard, prompting the user to replace the fastener and preventing the fastener from being too long and puncturing the leak-proof layer.

[0022] In some alternative embodiments, the bottom wall portion of the water receiving tank protrudes into the water receiving tank to form a protrusion, and the stop portion and the connecting hole correspond to the protrusion.

[0023] In this embodiment, the water receiving tray forms a protrusion at the position corresponding to the connecting hole and the stop, which can increase the thickness at the connecting hole and the stop, prevent the fastener from penetrating the leak-proof layer, and provide enough space to set the stop and the connecting hole, increase the distance between the stop and the connecting hole, thereby increasing the insertion length of the fastener and improving the versatility of the connector.

[0024] According to a third aspect of the present invention, an air conditioner is provided, the air conditioner including a water receiving tray as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0025] In some alternative embodiments, the air conditioner further includes: a panel located below the drip tray, the panel having a connection hole, and fasteners passing through the connection hole and the connection hole in sequence to connect the panel and the drip tray.

[0026] In this embodiment, the panel is mounted below the drip tray. When the panel needs to be mounted, fasteners pass through the connecting holes and connecting holes in sequence, thus connecting the panel and the drip tray together. The connector provides connecting holes for the fasteners within the drip tray to facilitate fastening. The stop portion of the connector prevents the fasteners from leaking through the leak-proof layer, thus ensuring the connection between the panel and the drip tray and preventing leaks in the leak-proof layer or evaporator caused by improper fastener installation.

[0027] The connector for the water receiving tray, the water receiving tray, and the air conditioner provided in this disclosure can achieve the following technical effects:

[0028] In this embodiment, the main body plate of the connector has a connecting hole, which facilitates the passage of fasteners, allowing the main body plate to be connected and fixed to external components. A stop is provided on one side of the connecting hole, and the connecting hole and the stop are spaced apart from each other in the direction of fastener insertion. The distance between the stop and the connecting hole can be considered a safe distance for the fastener. When the fastener is too long, when the fastener moves to contact the stop, the stop can prevent the fastener from being inserted further, thereby preventing the fastener from damaging the leak-proof layer of the drip tray and ensuring the normal operation of the air conditioner.

[0029] The above general description and the description below are exemplary and illustrative only and are not intended to limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0030] One or more embodiments are illustrated by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings. These illustrations and drawings do not constitute a limitation on the embodiments. Elements having the same reference numerals in the drawings are shown as similar elements. The drawings are not to be scaled. And wherein:

[0031] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a water receiving tray from one perspective, according to an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0032] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of a water receiving tray from another perspective, provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0033] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a connector provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0034] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of another connector provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0035] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of another connector provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0036] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of another connector provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0037] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the mating structure of a connector and a fastener provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0038] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of another connector and fastener mating structure provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0039] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of another connector and fastener mating structure provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0040] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of another connector and fastener mating structure provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0041] Figure 11 This is a structural schematic diagram of a water receiving tray from another perspective, provided in an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0042] Figure label:

[0043] 100. Water tray; 10. Connector; 101. First connector; 102. Second connector; 103. Third connector; 104. Fourth connector; 11. Main body plate; 111. Connecting hole; 112. Groove; 113. Bending structure; 114. First folded edge; 115. Through hole; 1151. First through hole; 1152. Second through hole; 1153. Third through hole; 1154. Fourth through hole; 116. 117. First plate; 118. Second plate; 119. Third plate; 110. Fourth plate; 1191. First fixing hole; 120. Embedded part; 121. External connection part; 122. Ventilation opening; 123. Second folded edge; 13. Limiting part; 131. Stop part; 132. Connecting part; 133. Overflow port; 20. Water receiving tray body; 21. Insulation layer; 22. Water receiving groove; 221. Protrusion; 30. Fastener. Detailed Implementation

[0044] To provide a more detailed understanding of the features and technical content of the embodiments of this disclosure, the implementation of the embodiments of this disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the embodiments of this disclosure. In the following technical description, for ease of explanation, several details are used to provide a full understanding of the disclosed embodiments. However, one or more embodiments may still be implemented without these details. In other cases, well-known structures and devices may be simplified in their depiction to simplify the drawings.

[0045] The terms "first," "second," etc., used in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this disclosure are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate for the embodiments of this disclosure described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0046] In this disclosure, the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "middle," "outer," "front," and "rear," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are primarily for better description of the embodiments of this disclosure and their implementations, and are not intended to limit the indicated devices, elements, or components to having a specific orientation, or to require them to be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Furthermore, some of the aforementioned terms may be used to indicate other meanings besides orientation or positional relationship; for example, the term "upper" may in some cases indicate a dependency or connection relationship. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in the embodiments of this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0047] Furthermore, the terms "set up," "connect," and "fix" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral structure; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or it can be an internal connection between two devices, components, or parts. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0048] Unless otherwise stated, the term "multiple" means two or more.

[0049] The term "and / or" describes an association between objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B means: A, or B, or A and B.

[0050] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in the present disclosure can be combined with each other.

[0051] Combination Figures 1 to 10 As shown, this embodiment of the disclosure provides a connector for a water receiving tray (hereinafter referred to as connector 10). Connector 10 includes a main body plate 11 and a limiting member 13. The main body plate 11 has a connecting hole 111, and a fastener 30 is adapted to pass through the connecting hole 111; as Figures 7 to 10 As shown, the limiting member 13 includes a stop portion 131. The connecting hole 111 and the stop portion 131 are spaced apart along the insertion direction of the fastener 30. When the fastener 30 abuts against the stop portion 131, the stop portion 131 is used to restrict the fastener 30 from continuing to move toward the stop portion 131.

[0052] In this embodiment, the main body plate 11 is provided with a connection hole 111, through which the fastener 30 can pass, thereby enabling the connection of the connector 10 with other components. For example, other components may be a panel, an electrical control box, or a housing. A stop portion 131 is provided on one side of the connection hole 111, and the connection hole 111 and the stop portion 131 are arranged along the insertion direction of the fastener 30. Thus, when the fastener 30 passes through the connection hole 111, if the length of the fastener 30 conforms to the standard, the fastener 30 will not abut against the stop portion 131 or will just abut against the stop portion 131, thereby enabling the normal connection function of the fastener 30. When the length of the fastener 30 exceeds the standard length, it will abut against the stop part 131 before it is fully inserted. The stop part 131 can prevent the fastener 30 from continuing to move, thereby prompting the installer that the fastener 30 does not meet the standard and can be replaced in time. This prevents the fastener 30 from being too long and puncturing the water tray 100, ensuring the normal operation of the water tray 100 and thus ensuring the normal operation of the air conditioner.

[0053] In some alternative embodiments, the limiting member 13 further includes a connecting portion 132, which is connected between the main body plate 11 and the stop portion 131; wherein, the connection between the connecting portion 132 and the stop portion 131 forms a bend, the connecting portion 132 is located on one side of the radial direction of the connecting hole 111, and the stop portion 131 corresponds to the connecting hole 111.

[0054] In this embodiment, the limiting member 13 is connected to the main body plate 11 via the connecting part 132. This facilitates the fixing and setting of the stop part 131. Furthermore, the connection between the stop part 131 and the main body plate 11 prevents the stop part 131 from moving under the thrust of the fastener 30, ensuring the limiting function of the stop part 131. The connecting part 132 is connected to one radial side of the connecting hole 111, so that the connecting part 132 does not interfere with the movement path of the fastener 30, ensuring smooth insertion. Furthermore, the connecting part 132 also serves a positioning function, preventing the fastener 30 from shifting.

[0055] Optionally, the number of connecting parts 132 is one or more. When there is only one connecting part 132, the connecting part 132 extends from one radial side of the connecting hole 111 in a direction away from the main body plate 11 and is connected to one end of the stop part 131. The other end of the stop part 131 is a free end. In this way, the stop part 131 can be fixed by one connecting part 132.

[0056] Optionally, when there are multiple connecting parts 132, the multiple connecting parts 132 are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the connecting hole 111, which can improve the connection stability of the stop part 131 and prevent the stop part 131 from deforming under force.

[0057] Optionally, the connection between the connecting part 132 and the stop part 131 is at a right angle, which facilitates the machining of the connecting part 132 and the stop part 131. Optionally, the connecting part 132 is perpendicular to the main body plate 11.

[0058] Optionally, the extension direction of the stop portion 131 is parallel to the extension direction of the main body plate 11. That is, the extension direction of the stop portion 131 is parallel to the cross-section of the connecting hole 111. In this way, after the fastener 30 passes through the connecting hole 111, the contact area between the stop portion 131 and the fastener 30 can be guaranteed, thereby improving the limiting effect.

[0059] In some alternative embodiments, the limiting member 13 may not be connected to the main body plate 11, and the limiting member 13 may be fixed to other components so that the stop portion 131 can cooperate with the connecting hole 111 for limiting.

[0060] Optionally, the main body plate 11 is recessed in the direction away from the stop portion 131 to form a groove 112, and the connecting hole 111 is located in the groove 112. This can increase the distance between the connecting hole 111 and the stop portion 131, thereby enabling the connector 10 to cooperate with fasteners 30 of more sizes and improving the versatility of the connector 10.

[0061] Optionally, such as Figure 7As shown, the main body plate 11 has a through hole 115 that extends through the main body plate along its thickness direction. When the connector 10 is injection-molded into the water tray 100, the foam can flow within the through hole 115. The through hole 115 improves the flowability of the foam around the main body plate 11, increases the injection volume, and prevents gaps. Furthermore, the foam passing through the through hole 115 also improves the tightness of the connection between the connector 10 and the inside of the water tray 100, preventing the connector 10 from detaching.

[0062] Optionally, the connector 10 is adapted to be embedded inside the water receiving tray 100; wherein the main body plate 11 is constructed with a bending structure 113 and / or a folded edge, the bending structure 113 and / or the folded edge being engaged with the inside of the water receiving tray 100.

[0063] In this embodiment, the main body plate 11 is embedded inside the water receiving tray 100, which improves the embedding effect of the main body plate 11 within the water receiving tray 100 and enhances the stability of the connector 10 within the water receiving tray 100. To further improve the connection stability of the connector 10, the main body plate 11 is provided with a bending structure 113 and / or a folded edge. This increases the contact area between the main body plate 11 and the foam inside the water receiving tray 100, and the bending structure 113 and / or the folded edge can form a three-dimensional interlock with the foam inside the water receiving tray, constraining it in three dimensions. This greatly improves the adhesion between the connector 10 and the inside of the water receiving tray 100, thereby enabling the connector 10 to be firmly and reliably embedded inside the water receiving tray 100.

[0064] Optionally, such as Figures 3 to 6 As shown, when the main body plate 11 is constructed with a bending structure 113, the main body plate protrudes or is recessed in different directions to form multiple plates that are not on the same plane. The bending structure 113 is formed between adjacent plates. In this way, the bending structure 113 can be engaged with the foam in the water receiving tray 100, which not only increases the contact area between the main body plate 11 and the inside of the water receiving tray 100, but also increases the connection position. This increases the adhesion between the main body plate 11 and the inside of the water receiving tray 100, improves the connection strength, and also facilitates the connection and fixation of the connector 10 with other components.

[0065] Optionally, such as Figure 5 As shown, when the main body plate 11 is constructed with a folded edge, the folded edge includes a first folded edge 114. The first folded edge 114 is located at the outer edge of the main body plate 11 and extends along the thickness direction of the main body plate 11. In this way, the first folded edge 114 can increase the contact area between the main body plate and the foam inside the water receiving tray 100, thereby improving the connection stability.

[0066] Optionally, such as Figure 3As shown, when the main body plate 11 has a folded edge, the folded edge includes a second folded edge 123. The second folded edge 123 is spaced apart on one side of the thickness direction of the main body plate 11, connected to the main body plate 11, and extends along the extension direction of the main body plate 11. In this way, when injection molding is performed in the water receiving tray 100, foam can be filled between the second folded edge 123 and the main body plate. The second folded edge 123 can be tightly locked in the foam to prevent the main body plate 11 from moving and improve the connection stability.

[0067] Optionally, the main body plate 11 is also provided with a first through hole 1151. The through hole 1151 includes the first through hole 1151, which penetrates the main body plate 11 along the thickness direction of the main body plate 11. The second folded edge 123 protrudes from one side of the first through hole 1151. In this way, the first through hole 1151 can improve the flowability of the foam, so that the foam can better fill the space between the second folded edge 123 and the main body plate 11, avoiding gaps and ensuring the heat preservation effect of the water receiving tray 100 and the stability of the main body plate 11.

[0068] Optionally, the main body plate 11 includes a first plate 116, which has a connecting hole 111 and a limiting member 13. The limiting member 13 includes a stop portion 131, so that the fastener 30 passes through the first plate to connect the connector 10 to other components.

[0069] Optionally, the first plate 116 is further provided with a second folded edge 123, wherein the connecting part 132 of the limiting member 13 and the second folded edge 123 are respectively located on both sides of the connecting hole 111.

[0070] Optionally, the main body plate 11 further includes a second plate 117, which is connected to one side of the first plate 116. Along the direction from the connecting hole 111 to the stop portion 131, the second plate 117 protrudes from the first plate 116. The connection between the first plate 116 and the second plate 117 forms a first bending structure. The bending structure 113 includes the first bending structure. In this way, when the main body plate 11 is embedded inside the water receiving tray 100, the first bending structure can engage with the foam inside the water receiving tray 100, thereby improving the connection fixation.

[0071] Optionally, the main body plate 11 also includes a third plate 118, which is connected to the other end of the second plate 117. The third plate 118 protrudes from the second plate 117 in the direction from the stop portion 131 to the connecting hole 111, so that a second bending structure can be formed between the second plate 117 and the third plate 118. The bending structure 113 includes the second bending structure, which further increases the snap-fit ​​position and snap-fit ​​force between the main body plate and the inside of the water receiving tray 100.

[0072] Optionally, the first plate 116 is further provided with a second through hole 1152. The through hole 115 includes the second through hole 1152. The first plate 116 extends through the second plate 117 along the thickness direction of the first plate 116. The second through hole 1152 can improve the flowability of foam in the water receiving tray 100, so that the foam can better fill the periphery of the first plate 116, improve the injection molding effect, and thus improve the heat preservation effect.

[0073] Optionally, the second plate 117 is provided with a third through hole 1153. The through hole 115 includes the third through hole 1153, which penetrates the second plate 117 along the thickness direction. The third through hole 1153 can improve the fluidity of the foam, thereby improving the injection molding effect of the second plate 117.

[0074] Optionally, the second plate 117 may not have a third through hole 1153, or it may have one or more third through holes 1153.

[0075] Optionally, the second plate 117 is provided with a vent 122, so that when the connector 10 is embedded in the water receiving tray 100, the vent 122 corresponds to the vent 122 of the water receiving tray 100, so as to realize the ventilation of the air conditioner.

[0076] Optionally, the third plate 118 is provided with a fourth through hole 1154 to improve the fluidity of the foam.

[0077] Optionally, the main body plate 11 is a metal part. One end of the main body plate 11 is used for electrical connection with the electrical control box, and the other end of the main body plate 11 is used for connection with the mounting base to realize the grounding of the electrical control box.

[0078] The electrical control box contains live components such as high-voltage power supply and frequency converter module. If leakage occurs due to insulation aging, line damage or humid environment, in this embodiment, the main plate 11 can also serve as a conductor for grounding the electrical control box. In this way, the leakage current can be directly conducted into the installation foundation, preventing the outer shell of the electrical control box from becoming live, thereby protecting the operator or user from electric shock.

[0079] Alternatively, the installation base can be a ceiling, wall, suspended ceiling, etc.

[0080] Optionally, the main body plate also includes a fourth plate 119, which is connected to one side of the first plate 116. The fourth plate 119 is provided with a first fixing hole 1191, and the electrical control box (not shown in the figure) is provided with a second fixing hole. The conductive post passes through the first fixing hole 1191 and the second fixing hole to achieve continuous grounding between the electrical control box and the connector 10. This allows the leakage of electricity from the electrical control box to be transmitted to the mounting base through the connector 10, thereby achieving grounding and ensuring safety in use.

[0081] Optionally, the electrical control box contains a metal component with a second fixing hole. The conductive post is a stud or screw, etc., to achieve electrical connection between the connector and the electrical control box.

[0082] Optionally, the electrical control box is suitable to be located below the water tray 100. The fourth plate 119 is connected to the first plate 116 and extends away from the stop portion 131. In this way, the fourth plate 119 can extend to the bottom surface of the water tray 100 to reduce the distance between the fourth plate 119 and the electrical control box, thereby facilitating the simultaneous penetration of the conductive post through the first fixing hole 1191 and the second fixing hole, thus improving the stability of the connection. In addition, a bending structure 113 is also formed at the connection between the fourth plate 119 and the first plate 116, which can also help improve the adhesion between the connector 10 and the water tray 100.

[0083] Optionally, such as Figures 3 to 6 As shown, the stop part 131 has an overflow port 133. The overflow port 133 allows foam particles to flow through the overflow port 133, improving the smoothness of the foam flow around the stop part 131, thereby improving the injection molding effect.

[0084] Optionally, the opening area of ​​the overflow port 133 is smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​the fastener 30, thereby preventing the fastener 30 from penetrating through the overflow port 133.

[0085] Optionally, the main body plate 11 includes an embedding portion 120 and a connecting portion 132. The embedding portion 120 is provided with a connecting hole 111. The external connecting portion 121 is connected to the embedding portion 120 and is located on the outside of the water receiving tray 100 for connection with external components. In this embodiment, a portion of the main body plate 11 is embedded in the water receiving tray 100 to fix the main body plate. The external connecting portion 121 of the main body plate can be connected to external components, thus realizing the connection and fixation between the water receiving tray 100 and external components.

[0086] Optionally, the external connection 121 is provided with a mounting hole adapted to connect with an external component.

[0087] Optionally, the external component includes a sling, which is connected to the external connection 121. The sling is adapted to be installed on the mounting base to further secure the water receiving tray 100.

[0088] This disclosure also provides a water receiving tray 100, which includes a connector 10 as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0089] The water receiving tray 100 provided in this embodiment includes the connector 10 of any of the above embodiments, and therefore has the beneficial effects of the connector 10 of any of the above embodiments, which will not be described again here.

[0090] Optionally, the drip tray 100 includes a drip tray body 20, which includes an insulation layer 21 and a leak-proof layer. The insulation layer 21 forms a drip groove 22. The leak-proof layer covers the groove wall of the drip groove 22 and is used to collect condensate. The connector 10 is embedded in the insulation layer 21, and the stop part 131 is located on the side of the connection hole 111 facing the bottom wall of the drip groove 22.

[0091] In this embodiment, the leak-proof layer is used to collect condensate, which is then discharged by a water pump. To prevent condensation and dripping from the surface of the leak-proof layer, an insulation layer 21 is provided on the outside of the leak-proof layer, which provides insulation. The connector 10 is embedded in the insulation layer 21, and the stop portion 131 is located on the side of the connection hole 111 facing the bottom wall of the water tank 22. Thus, when the fastener 30 is driven into the bottom of the water tank 100, the fastener 30 passes through the insulation layer 21 and then through the connection hole 111. When the length of the fastener 30 meets the standard, the free end of the fastener 30 will not contact the stop portion 131 or will just contact the stop portion 131 when the fastener 30 is tightened in place. When the length of the fastener 30 exceeds the standard, before the fastener 30 is fully tightened, the free end of the fastener 30 abuts against the stop part 131. In this way, the stop part 131 can prevent the fastener 30 from being inserted further, thereby indicating that the length of the fastener 30 exceeds the standard and prompting the user to replace the fastener 30 to avoid the fastener 30 being too long and breaking through the leak-proof layer.

[0092] Optionally, the bottom wall portion of the water receiving tank 22 protrudes into the water receiving tank 22 to form a protrusion 221, and the stop portion 131 and the connecting hole 111 correspond to the protrusion 221.

[0093] In this embodiment, the water receiving tray 100 forms a protrusion 221 at the positions corresponding to the connecting hole 111 and the stop portion 131. This increases the thickness at the connecting hole 111 and the stop portion 131, preventing the fastener 30 from penetrating the leak-proof layer. It also provides sufficient space to set the stop portion 131 and the connecting hole 111, increasing the distance between the stop portion 131 and the connecting hole 111, thereby increasing the insertion length of the fastener 30 and improving the versatility of the connector 10.

[0094] Optionally, such as Figure 1 , Figure 2 as well as Figures 7 to 11 As shown, a water receiving tray is provided with multiple connectors, which are arranged sequentially and at intervals along the circumference of the water receiving tray. This can improve the strength of the water receiving tray and the connection stability of the water receiving tray in the circumference.

[0095] Optionally, the connector is located at the corner of the water receiving tray. This ensures the length of the connector, thereby increasing its strength and further improving the connection stability between the connector and other components.

[0096] For example, such as Figure 2 as well as Figures 7 to 10 As shown, the water receiving tray is provided with a first connector 101, a second connector 102, a third connector 103 and a fourth connector 104, wherein the first connector 101, the second connector 102, the third connector 103 and the fourth connector 104 are respectively located at the four corners of the water receiving tray.

[0097] Optionally, the first connector 101, the second connector 102, and the fourth connector 104 are all provided with ventilation openings to avoid the airflow from the air conditioner. The third connector 103 includes a fourth plate to facilitate grounding with the electrical control box.

[0098] This disclosure also provides an air conditioner, which includes a water tray 100 as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0099] The air conditioner provided in this disclosure includes the water tray 100 as described in any of the above embodiments, and therefore has the beneficial effects of the water tray 100 as described in any of the above embodiments, which will not be repeated here.

[0100] Optionally, the air conditioner also includes a panel located below the drip tray 100. The panel has a connection hole, and fasteners 30 pass through the connection hole and the connection hole 111 in sequence to connect the panel and the drip tray 100.

[0101] In this embodiment, the panel is mounted below the water tray 100. When the panel needs to be mounted, the fastener 30 passes through the connecting hole and the connecting hole 111 in sequence, thus connecting the panel and the water tray 100 together. The connector 10 provides the connecting hole 111 for the fastener 30 within the water tray 100 to facilitate fixing the fastener 30. The stop portion 131 of the connector 10 can prevent the fastener 30 from leaking through the leak-proof layer. This ensures the connection between the panel and the water tray 100 and also prevents leaks in the leak-proof layer or evaporator caused by improper fastener 30.

[0102] Optionally, the fastener 30 can be a screw, stud, or bolt, etc.

[0103] Optionally, the air conditioner also includes a mounting foot for connecting to the mounting base. The mounting foot is connected to the outer connecting part 121 of the connector 10 to connect the water tray 100 to the mounting foot, thereby improving the fixation of the water tray 100.

[0104] Alternatively, the air conditioner can be a recessed air conditioner, a ceiling-mounted air conditioner, or a wall-mounted air conditioner.

[0105] The foregoing description and accompanying drawings fully illustrate embodiments of the present disclosure to enable those skilled in the art to practice them. Other embodiments may include structural and other changes. The embodiments represent only possible variations. Individual components and functions are optional unless explicitly required, and the order of operation may vary. Parts and features of some embodiments may be included or substituted for parts and features of other embodiments. Embodiments of the present disclosure are not limited to the structures described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes may be made without departing from its scope. The scope of the present disclosure is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A connector for a water receiving tray, characterized in that, include: The main plate has connection holes, and fasteners are adapted to pass through the connection holes; The limiting member includes a stop portion, a connecting hole, and the stop portion are spaced apart along the fastener insertion direction. When the fastener abuts against the stop portion, the stop portion is used to restrict the fastener from continuing to move in the direction of the stop portion.

2. The connector for a water receiving tray according to claim 1, characterized in that, The limiting components also include: The connecting part connects the main body plate and the stop part; The connection between the connecting part and the stop part is bent, with the connecting part located on one side of the radial direction of the connecting hole and the stop part corresponding to the connecting hole.

3. The connector for a water receiving tray according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connector is suitable for being embedded inside the water receiving tray; wherein the main body plate has a bending structure and / or folded edge, and the bending structure and / or folded edge is engaged with the inside of the water receiving tray.

4. The connector for a water receiving tray according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main body panel includes: The insert is provided with a connection hole; The external connection part, which connects to the embedded part, is located on the outside of the water receiving tray and is used to connect with external components; And / or, The main body plate is made of metal. One end of the main body plate is used for electrical connection with the electrical control box, and the other end of the main body plate is used for connection with the mounting base to achieve grounding of the electrical control box.

5. The connector for a water receiving tray according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The stop section has an overflow port, and / or the main body plate has a through hole.

6. A water receiving tray, characterized in that, Includes the connector for the water receiving tray as described in any one of claims 1 to 5.

7. The water receiving tray according to claim 6, characterized in that, Also includes: The insulation layer is designed to create a water collection trough; A leak-proof layer, covering the wall of the water collection tank, is used to collect condensate. The connector is embedded in the insulation layer, and the stop is located on the side of the connection hole facing the bottom wall of the water tank.

8. The water receiving tray according to claim 7, characterized in that, The bottom wall of the water receiving tank protrudes into the water receiving tank to form a raised part, and the stop part and the connecting hole correspond to the raised part.

9. An air conditioner, characterized in that, Includes the water receiving tray as described in any one of claims 6 to 8.

10. The air conditioner according to claim 9, characterized in that, Also includes: The panel is located below the water tray. The panel has connecting holes, and fasteners pass through the connecting holes and connecting holes in sequence to connect the panel and the water tray.

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