Air conditioner anti-friction structure and cabinet air conditioner

Abstract

This utility model provides an anti-friction structure for air conditioners and a cabinet air conditioner. The air conditioner body includes a panel and a door panel that is rotatably disposed on the side of the panel to block the air outlet. An isolation component is provided at the contact point between the panel and the door panel to prevent paint peeling caused by friction between the panel and the door panel. By adding an isolation component at the contact point between the panel and the door panel, this utility model effectively prevents friction caused by direct contact between the panel and the door panel during transportation, thereby avoiding paint peeling on the surface of the panel and door panel and ensuring that the product appearance remains as beautiful as before after transportation.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of air conditioning, and more specifically, it relates to an anti-friction structure for air conditioners and a cabinet air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] High-end floor-standing air conditioners typically use a spray-painting process to treat their exterior parts, making them more aesthetically pleasing. To prevent dust from entering the machine through the air outlet and causing evaporator contamination, a door panel structure is designed to completely cover and seal the air outlet. When the air conditioner is turned off, the door panel will automatically close under the action of moving parts. However, since both the door panel and the front panel are spray-painted parts, severe vibrations caused by road bumps during transportation can cause friction at the contact points, resulting in scratches and paint peeling. Furthermore, these scratches and peelings are located at the edges of the air outlet, in conspicuous locations that are easily noticed by customers, thus affecting the overall aesthetics of the product. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide an anti-friction structure for air conditioners and a cabinet air conditioner to solve the problem of paint peeling caused by contact friction between the panel and the door panel in the prior art.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0005] This utility model provides an anti-friction structure for an air conditioner. The air conditioner body includes a panel and a door panel that is rotatably disposed on the side of the panel to block the air outlet. An isolation component is provided at the part where the panel and the door panel make contact. The isolation component is used to prevent the panel and the door panel from rubbing against each other and causing paint to peel off.

[0006] Furthermore, the isolation component includes multiple fixing holes and multiple isolation pads disposed on the panel, the isolation pads being fitted into the corresponding fixing holes.

[0007] Furthermore, the isolation pad includes a snap-fit ​​part and an isolation part that are connected to each other. The snap-fit ​​part is inserted into the fixing hole, and the isolation part is located in the gap between the panel and the door panel after the door panel is closed.

[0008] Furthermore, the snap-fit ​​part has a fixed rod body and a guide cone head, one end of the fixed rod body is connected to the isolation part, and the other end of the fixed rod body is connected to the guide cone head.

[0009] Furthermore, the connection between the fixed rod and the isolation part is provided with a reinforcing protrusion.

[0010] Furthermore, the isolation part is circular, and the diameter of the isolation part is larger than the diameter of the fixing hole.

[0011] Furthermore, the thickness of the isolation section is set to 1 mm.

[0012] Furthermore, the isolation pad is made of silicone rubber.

[0013] Furthermore, the door panel includes a first door panel and a second door panel located on the left and right sides of the panel, and the isolation assembly includes a first isolation assembly and a second isolation assembly disposed on the left and right edges of the panel.

[0014] This utility model also provides a cabinet air conditioner, including the air conditioner anti-friction structure as described above.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the air conditioner anti-friction structure and cabinet air conditioner provided by this utility model are as follows: By adding an isolation component at the contact point between the panel and the door panel, this utility model effectively prevents friction caused by direct contact between the panel and the door panel during transportation, thereby avoiding paint peeling on the surface of the panel and the door panel and ensuring that the product appearance remains as beautiful as before after transportation. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art 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.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the door panel and panel before assembly, provided for a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 2 A cross-sectional view of the isolation pad provided in a preferred embodiment of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 A front view of the isolation pad provided in a preferred embodiment of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 A bottom view of the isolation pad provided in a preferred embodiment of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 5 A front view of a cabinet air conditioner provided in a preferred embodiment of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 6 A left-side view of a cabinet air conditioner provided for a preferred embodiment of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 7 A right-view schematic diagram of a cabinet air conditioner provided for a preferred embodiment of this utility model;

[0024] The main markings in the attached figures are as follows:

[0025] 1. Panel;

[0026] 2. Door panel; 21. First door panel; 22. Second door panel;

[0027] 3. Fixing hole; 31. First fixing hole; 32. Second fixing hole;

[0028] 4. Isolation pad; 41. First isolation pad; 42. Second isolation pad;

[0029] 400. Snap-fit ​​part; 410. Isolation part; 401. Fixed rod body; 402. Guide cone head; 403. Reinforcing protrusion. Detailed Implementation

[0030] To make the technical problems, technical solutions, and beneficial effects of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.

[0031] High-end floor-standing air conditioners typically use a spray-painting process to manufacture exterior components, enhancing their overall aesthetics. For floor-standing units with left and right air outlets, a door panel structure is designed to completely seal the air outlets and prevent dust from entering the machine through the outlets and contaminating the evaporator. When the air conditioner is turned off, the left and right door panels automatically close under the drive of moving parts, fitting tightly against the central panel. However, during transportation, severe vibrations caused by road bumps, coupled with the fact that both the door panels and the front panel are spray-painted components, result in scratches and paint peeling at the contact points between the front panel and the side door panels due to friction. Furthermore, these scratches and paint peelings are located at the edges of the air outlets, making them very noticeable and easily noticed by customers, thus affecting the overall aesthetics of the product.

[0032] To address the aforementioned problems, this utility model proposes an anti-friction structure for air conditioners and a cabinet air conditioner, aiming to solve the paint peeling problem caused by the contact friction between the panel and the door panel in the prior art.

[0033] Please refer to the following: Figures 1 to 4 This utility model proposes an air conditioner anti-friction structure. The air conditioner body includes a panel 1 and a plurality of door panels 2 that are rotatably arranged on the side of the panel 1 to block the air outlet. The air conditioner anti-friction structure is specifically provided with an isolation component at the contact part between the panel 1 and the door panel 2. The isolation component is used to prevent the panel 1 and the door panel 2 from rubbing against each other and causing paint to peel off.

[0034] This utility model effectively prevents friction caused by direct contact between panel 1 and door panel 2 during transportation by adding an isolation component at the contact point between panel 1 and door panel 2, thereby avoiding paint peeling on the surface of panel 1 and door panel 2 and ensuring that the product appearance remains as beautiful as it was after transportation.

[0035] In the preferred embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 1 , Figure 2 As shown, the isolation assembly includes multiple fixing holes 3 and multiple isolation pads 4 disposed on the panel 1, with the isolation pads 4 snapping into the corresponding fixing holes 3. This type of isolation assembly is not only easy to install but also very easy to disassemble. In addition, the isolation pads 4 are fixed by snapping into the fixing holes 3, eliminating the need for additional fasteners and thus reducing production costs.

[0036] Of course, in other alternative embodiments, the isolation component may also be multiple elastic isolation layers, which are installed at intervals in the gap between panel 1 and door panel 2 and are connected to panel 1 and / or door panel 2 by adhesive bonding.

[0037] It should be noted that the number of fixing holes 3 and isolation pads 4 in the isolation assembly can be flexibly adjusted according to actual needs, and no specific limitation is made in this article. In practical applications, it is preferable to evenly distribute the fixing holes 3 on the panel 1, and determine the number of fixing holes 3 and isolation pads 4 according to the required protective effect. If the protected area is long, the number of fixing holes 3 and isolation pads 4 can be appropriately increased to obtain a better protective effect.

[0038] In the preferred embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 2 As shown, the isolation pad 4 includes a snap-fit ​​part 400 and an isolation part 410 connected to each other. The snap-fit ​​part 400 is inserted into the fixing hole 3, and the isolation part 410 is located in the gap between the panel 1 and the door panel 2 after the door panel 2 is closed. This design not only achieves a stable installation of the isolation pad 4, but also ensures a good isolation effect. The tight fit between the snap-fit ​​part 400 and the fixing hole 3 effectively prevents loosening, thereby ensuring the firmness of the isolation pad 4. At the same time, the isolation part 410 can fully fill the gap between the panel 1 and the door panel 2, avoiding friction between the door panel 2 and the panel 1 when the door panel 2 is closed during transportation, thereby effectively protecting the painted surfaces of the door panel 2 and the panel 1.

[0039] In the preferred embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 2 , Figure 3As shown, the locking part 400 has a fixing rod 401 and a guide cone 402. One end of the fixing rod 401 is connected to the isolation part 410, and the other end of the fixing rod 401 is connected to the guide cone 402. This design utilizes the guiding effect of the guide cone 402 to allow the fixing rod 401 to smoothly enter the fixing hole 3, thereby ensuring a smoother insertion of the locking part 400. In addition, the fixing rod 401 has good stability and strength, effectively ensuring the firmness of the locking part 400 within the fixing hole 3 and effectively preventing it from loosening or falling off.

[0040] It should be noted that the guide cone 402 of the snap-fit ​​part 400 adopts an inverted triangular structure similar to a "mushroom head". This is to ensure it can smoothly snap into the fixing hole 3 of the panel 1, thereby ensuring ease of assembly and allowing employees to quickly complete the snap-fit ​​operation. Furthermore, the maximum diameter of the bottom of the guide cone 402 should be larger than the diameter of the fixing hole 3; otherwise, the isolation pad 4 may detach from the fixing hole 3 of the panel 1 after assembly. In addition, the diameter of the fixing rod 401 matches the diameter of the fixing hole 3 on the panel 1. The diameter of the fixing hole 3 can be appropriately smaller than the diameter of the fixing rod 401 to ensure that the isolation pad 4 is securely fixed after assembly and to prevent it from easily falling off.

[0041] In the preferred embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 2 , Figure 3 As shown, a reinforcing protrusion 403 is provided at the connection between the fixed rod body 401 and the isolation part 410. The reinforcing protrusion 403 has a trapezoidal structure. Since this connection part is a stress point when subjected to collision or friction, the addition of the reinforcing protrusion 403 can effectively enhance the structural strength at this point and prevent fatigue cracking due to stress.

[0042] In the preferred embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 4 , Figure 5 As shown, the isolation part 410 is circular, and its diameter is larger than that of the fixing hole 3. This design effectively separates the panel 1 from the door panel 2. The circular shape of the isolation part 410 matches the shape of the fixing hole 3, fulfilling functional requirements and enhancing the overall aesthetics.

[0043] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the thickness of the isolation part 410 is set to 1mm. In practical applications, the thickness of the isolation part 410 should be set to around 1mm. If the thickness is insufficient, it cannot effectively perform its isolation function, and may break after long-term vibration and friction, leading to protection failure. However, if the thickness is too large, it will create a large gap between the door panel 2 and the panel 1 after closing, affecting the overall aesthetics.

[0044] In a preferred embodiment of this invention, the isolation pad 4 is made of silicone rubber. Since the main function of the isolation pad 4 is to separate the door panel 2 from the panel 1, its material should not be too hard; silicone rubber is preferred. In terms of hardness, a Shore A range of 40 ± 5° is acceptable. Furthermore, the isolation pad 4 should be odorless and should be avoided at air vents to prevent user complaints. Additionally, the isolation pad 4 is white and transparent, making it less conspicuous and not detracting from the overall aesthetics.

[0045] In the preferred embodiment of this utility model, such as Figures 5 to 7 As shown, the door panel 2 includes a first door panel 21 and a second door panel 22 located on the left and right sides of the panel 1. The isolation components include a first isolation component and a second isolation component disposed on the left and right edges of the panel 1. This design is suitable for air conditioning units equipped with multiple door panels 2, providing each door panel 2 with an independent isolation component to ensure that each door panel 2 can form a good isolation effect with the panel 1. The first door panel 21 and the second door panel 22 are connected to the body of the cabinet air conditioner through their respective hinges, allowing the door panels 2 to open and close smoothly. The first isolation component and the second isolation component are respectively fixed to the left and right edges of the panel 1, corresponding to the first door panel 21 and the second door panel 22. When the door panel 2 is closed, the isolation components can effectively minimize the friction between the door panel 2 and the panel 1, while maintaining an appropriate gap between the door panel 2 and the panel 1, ensuring both aesthetics and avoiding noise and wear caused by friction.

[0046] It should be noted that the first and second isolation components are as follows: The first isolation component consists of multiple first fixing holes 31 and multiple first isolation pads 41. The multiple first fixing holes 31 are spaced apart on the left edge of the panel 1 (this part can contact the first door panel 21), and each first fixing hole 31 corresponds one to a first isolation pad 41 for snap-fit. The second isolation component consists of multiple second fixing holes 32 and multiple second isolation pads 42. The multiple second fixing holes 32 are spaced apart on the right edge of the panel 1 (this part can contact the second door panel 22), and each second fixing hole 32 corresponds one to a second isolation pad 42 for snap-fit. Furthermore, the placement and number of the first isolation pads 41 and second isolation pads 42 on both sides of the panel 1 should be consistent to ensure a neat and aesthetically pleasing overall appearance.

[0047] This utility model also provides a cabinet air conditioner, which includes the aforementioned anti-friction structure. By applying this anti-friction structure, friction problems caused by direct contact between the panel 1 and the door panel 2 during transportation are effectively avoided, thereby preventing paint peeling from the surfaces of the panel 1 and the door panel 2 and ensuring that the product maintains its original aesthetic appearance after transportation.

[0048] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the air conditioner body includes a panel 1 and two door panels 2 (i.e., the first door panel 21 and the second door panel 22) rotatably disposed on the left and right sides of the panel 1 for blocking the left and right air outlets. Isolation components (i.e., the first isolation component and the second isolation component) are provided at the positions on the left and right sides of the panel 1 that contact the two door panels 2.

[0049] The anti-friction structure and cabinet air conditioner proposed in this utility model aim to solve the problem of paint peeling caused by friction at the contact area between the panel 1 and the door panel 2. The structure preferably has two rows of fixing holes 3 on the left and right edges of the panel 1 (the area in contact with the left and right door panels 2), and the isolation pad 4 is installed in the fixing holes 3, thereby effectively preventing friction.

[0050] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, when an element is referred to as "fixed to" or "set on" another element, it may be directly on or indirectly on the other element. When an element is referred to as "connected to" another element, it may be directly connected to or indirectly connected to the other element.

[0051] Furthermore, the terms "center," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation 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.

[0052] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0053] Furthermore, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0054] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An air conditioner anti-friction structure, the air conditioner body including a panel and a door panel rotatably disposed beside the panel for blocking the air outlet, characterized in that, An isolation component is provided at the contact point between the panel and the door panel to prevent paint peeling caused by friction between the panel and the door panel.

2. The air conditioner anti-friction structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The isolation component includes multiple fixing holes and multiple isolation pads disposed on the panel, with the isolation pads being fitted into the corresponding fixing holes.

3. The air conditioner anti-friction structure as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The isolation pad includes a snap-fit ​​part and an isolation part that are connected to each other. The snap-fit ​​part is inserted into the fixing hole, and the isolation part is located in the gap between the panel and the door panel after the door panel is closed.

4. The air conditioner anti-friction structure as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The locking part has a fixed rod body and a guide cone head. One end of the fixed rod body is connected to the isolation part, and the other end of the fixed rod body is connected to the guide cone head.

5. The air conditioner anti-friction structure as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The connection between the fixed rod and the isolation part is provided with a reinforcing protrusion.

6. The air conditioner anti-friction structure as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The isolation part is circular, and the diameter of the isolation part is larger than the diameter of the fixing hole.

7. The air conditioner anti-friction structure as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The thickness of the isolation section is set to 1 mm.

8. The air conditioner anti-friction structure as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The isolation pad is made of silicone rubber.

9. The air conditioner anti-friction structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The door panel includes a first door panel and a second door panel located on the left and right sides of the panel, and the isolation assembly includes a first isolation assembly and a second isolation assembly disposed on the left and right edges of the panel.

10. A cabinet air conditioner, characterized in that, Includes the air conditioner anti-friction structure as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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