Electric appliance box and air conditioner

Abstract

The application belongs to the technical field of household appliances, and particularly relates to an electric appliance box and an air conditioner. The electric appliance box comprises a box body, the box body being used for mounting electric appliance elements; a wiring assembly, the wiring assembly being arranged on the box body, one side of the wiring assembly being used for electrically connecting with the electric appliance elements in the box body, and the other side of the wiring assembly being used for detachably electrically connecting with external devices; and a cover body, the cover body being connected with the box body to open or close the box body. The electric appliance box of the application reduces the entry of mosquitoes and water vapor into the interior of the electric appliance box from the wire inlet, and improves the service life of the electric appliance box.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the field of electrical technology, specifically relating to an electrical box and an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] As air conditioners become increasingly feature-rich, higher demands are being placed on their internal wiring. Within limited space, the wiring not only needs to meet the complexity of the control functions but also needs to ensure ease of connection and disconnection.

[0003] In related technologies, an air conditioner electrical box contains multiple components, and the box body has at least one wiring port. The wiring terminals of various loads inside the air-conditioned room extend into the box through these wiring ports and connect to the various wiring terminals on the components.

[0004] However, in actual use, the cable entry points on the electrical box can easily become channels for moisture and insects to enter the electrical box, causing damage to the components inside. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application provides an electrical box and an air conditioner to solve the problem that the wiring port on the electrical box can easily become a channel for moisture and insects to enter the electrical box, causing damage to the components inside the electrical box.

[0006] In a first aspect, this application provides an electrical box, comprising:

[0007] A housing for mounting electrical components;

[0008] A wiring assembly is provided on the housing, one side of the wiring assembly is used for electrical connection with electrical components inside the housing, and the other side of the wiring assembly is used for detachable electrical connection with external devices;

[0009] A lid, which is connected to the box body to open or close the box body.

[0010] In one possible design, the wiring assembly includes a plurality of first wiring modules and a plurality of second wiring modules. The first wiring modules are disposed on the housing and are used for detachable electrical connection with internal components of the component to be installed. The second wiring modules are disposed on the housing and are used for detachable electrical connection with external components of the component to be installed.

[0011] In one possible design, the first wiring module includes a first connecting part and a plurality of first terminals. The first connecting part is disposed on the housing and is used to engage with internal components of the component to be installed. The first terminals are disposed inside the first connecting part, with one end extending into the housing and electrically connected to components inside the housing, and the other end being used for electrically connecting to internal components of the component to be installed.

[0012] In one possible design, the second wiring module includes a second connection part and a plurality of second terminals. The second connection part is disposed on the housing and is used to plug into an external device of the component to be installed. The second terminals are disposed inside the second connection part, with one end of the second terminal extending into the housing and electrically connected to a component inside the housing, and the other end used to electrically connect to an external device of the component to be installed.

[0013] In one possible design, the first wiring module and the second wiring module are located on the same side of the housing.

[0014] In one possible design, the electrical box further includes a positioning element disposed on the box body, the positioning element being used to abut against the component to be installed.

[0015] In one possible design, the positioning element includes a fixing part and an abutting part. The fixing part is disposed on the housing, and the abutting part is connected to the fixing part and is used to abut against the part to be installed.

[0016] In one possible design, a mounting groove is provided between the box body and the cover body, the mounting groove being used for the part to be installed to pass through into the box body and be fixedly connected to the box body.

[0017] In one possible design, the mounting slot has a limiting portion on the side near the box body, the limiting portion being used to abut against the component to be installed that closes the mounting slot.

[0018] Secondly, this application provides an air conditioner, including an air conditioner body and an electrical box disposed on the air conditioner body.

[0019] The electrical box and air conditioner provided in this application have a cover that seals the box. One side of the wiring assembly is electrically connected to the components inside the box, while the other side is located outside the box and is detachably electrically connected to external devices. Direct electrical connection to external devices via the wiring assembly eliminates the need for wiring ports, preventing moisture and insects from entering the box, reducing the possibility of damage to internal components, and achieving stable installation and effective protection of electrical components. Attached Figure Description

[0020] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this application.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the electrical box provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A structural schematic diagram of the central electrical box from another angle;

[0023] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged structural diagram of section A;

[0024] Figure 4 for Figure 2 Enlarged structural diagram of section B;

[0025] Figure 5 for Figure 1 A structural schematic diagram of the central electrical box from another angle;

[0026] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A partial structural diagram of the central electrical box;

[0027] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the installation structure of the electrical box provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0028] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the air conditioner top plate covering the electrical box according to an embodiment of this application.

[0029] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0030] 100. Box body; 110. Base plate; 120. Side plate; 130. Limiting part; 140. Folded edge;

[0031] 200. Wiring assembly; 210. First wiring module; 211. First connecting part; 212. First terminal; 220. Second wiring module; 221. Second connecting part; 222. Second terminal;

[0032] 300. Cover;

[0033] 400. Positioning component; 410. Fixing part; 420. Abutting part;

[0034] 500. Mounting slot.

[0035] The accompanying drawings illustrate specific embodiments of this application, which will be described in more detail below. These drawings and descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the concept in any way, but rather to illustrate the concept of this application to those skilled in the art through reference to particular embodiments. Detailed Implementation

[0036] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the technical solutions of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0037] The terms "first," "second," "third," "fourth," etc. (if present) in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application 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 so that the embodiments of this application described herein can be implemented in orders other than those illustrated or described herein.

[0038] In this application, the terms "exemplary" or "for example" are used to indicate examples, illustrations, or descriptions. Any embodiment or design described as "exemplary" or "for example" in this application should not be construed as being more preferred or advantageous than other embodiments or designs. Specifically, the use of terms such as "exemplary" or "for example" is intended to present the relevant concepts in a specific manner.

[0039] As air conditioners become increasingly feature-rich, higher demands are being placed on their internal wiring. Within limited space, the wiring not only needs to meet the complexity of the control functions but also needs to ensure ease of connection and disconnection.

[0040] In related technologies, air conditioner electrical boxes contain multiple components, and the box body has at least one wiring port. The wiring terminals of various loads inside the air-conditioned room extend into the box through these wiring ports and connect to the various wiring terminals on the components. However, in actual use, the wiring ports on the electrical box can easily become channels for moisture and insects to enter the electrical box, causing damage to the components inside.

[0041] To address the aforementioned issues, this application provides an electrical box and an air conditioner. The electrical box is sealed by a cover. One side of the wiring assembly is electrically connected to the components inside the electrical box, while the other side is located outside the box and is detachably electrically connected to external devices. Direct electrical connection to external devices via the wiring assembly eliminates the need for wiring ports, preventing moisture and insects from entering the electrical box, reducing the possibility of damage to internal components, and achieving stable installation and effective protection of electrical components.

[0042] The technical solutions of this application and how they solve the aforementioned technical problems are described in detail below with specific embodiments. These specific embodiments may exist independently or in combination with each other. Identical or similar concepts or processes may not be repeated in some embodiments. The embodiments of this application will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0043] This application provides an electrical box, as shown in the reference. Figure 1 and Figure 2 The electrical box includes a box body 100, a wiring assembly 200, and a cover 300.

[0044] Box 100 is used to install electrical components.

[0045] Wiring assembly 200 is provided on housing 100. One side of wiring assembly 200 is used for electrical connection with electrical components inside housing 100, and the other side of wiring assembly 200 is used for detachable electrical connection with external devices.

[0046] The cover 300 is connected to the box 100 to open or close the box 100.

[0047] For example, the component to be installed can be an appliance such as an air conditioner or a refrigerator. In this application, an air conditioner is used as an example of the component to be installed.

[0048] For example, the box 100 includes a base plate 110 and multiple side plates 120. The multiple side plates 120 are connected in sequence and surround the base plate 110 to form a cavity, in which the components inside the electrical box are installed. A cover 300 is placed on the side plates 120, sealing the cavity. The cover 300 is directly electrically connected to the external components of the electrical box through the wiring assembly 200, thereby eliminating the need for wiring ports in the electrical box, preventing insects and moisture from entering the cavity and damaging the components, and improving the service life of the electrical box.

[0049] By using the wiring assembly 200, the electrical box can be configured as a modular structure, making the overall assembly and disassembly of the electrical box more convenient and beneficial for after-sales maintenance of the air conditioner.

[0050] For example, the cover 300 is detachably connected to the side panel 120.

[0051] For example, the side panel 120 has an edge on the side near the cover 300, and the cover 300 covers the edge and abuts against the edge.

[0052] For example, a connecting hole is provided on the edge, and a screw is connected to the cover 300. The screw passes through the cover 300 and is threaded into the connecting hole to realize a detachable connection between the cover 300 and the box 100, so as to facilitate the maintenance and installation of the box 100 and components.

[0053] For example, the cover 300 can also be fixedly connected to the edge by a snap fastener.

[0054] In one possible design, refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The wiring assembly 200 includes a plurality of first wiring modules 210 and a plurality of second wiring modules 220. The first wiring modules 210 are disposed on the housing 100 and are used for detachable electrical connection with internal components of the component to be installed. The second wiring modules 220 are disposed on the housing 100 and are used for detachable electrical connection with external components of the component to be installed.

[0055] Both the first wiring module 210 and the second wiring module 220 are electrically connected to the components inside the electrical box via cables.

[0056] In some examples, the first wiring module 210 and the second wiring module 220 are detachably electrically connected to the components inside the electrical box.

[0057] The first wiring module 210 is disposed on the housing 100. One end of the first wiring module 210 is located inside the housing 100 and is electrically connected to the components inside the housing 100. The other end of the first wiring module 210 is located outside the housing 100 and is detachably electrically connected to the internal components of the component to be installed. In this application, the internal components of the component to be installed can be the electrical box and the internal unit of the air conditioner outdoor unit. The first wiring module 210 enables a quick electrical connection between the internal unit of the air conditioner outdoor unit and the electrical box, improving the assembly efficiency of the air conditioner outdoor unit.

[0058] One end of the second wiring module 220 is located inside the housing 100 and is electrically connected to the components inside the housing 100. The other end of the second wiring module 220 is located outside the housing 100 and is detachably electrically connected to the external components of the component to be installed. In this application, the external components of the component to be installed can be the power supply of the outdoor unit and the indoor unit of the air conditioner. The second wiring module 220 enables a quick electrical connection between the outdoor unit and the power supply and the indoor unit, improving the installation efficiency of the air conditioner. Furthermore, it eliminates the need for work to penetrate the interior of the electrical box during installation, facilitating the air conditioner installation. In addition, the second wiring module 220 allows for rapid connection to the power supply and the outdoor unit, which is beneficial for the modularity of the electrical box. Moreover, for the development of three-phase and single-phase motor units for air conditioners, the electrical box can be quickly modified, shortening the development cycle.

[0059] In one possible design, refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The first wiring module 210 can be a snap-fit ​​terminal block. The first wiring module 210 includes a first connecting part 211 and a plurality of first terminals 212. The first connecting part 211 is disposed on the housing 100 and is used to snap-fit ​​with the internal components of the component to be installed. The first terminals 212 are disposed inside the first connecting part 211. One end of the first terminal 212 extends into the housing 100 and is electrically connected to the components inside the housing 100, and the other end is used to electrically connect to the internal components of the component to be installed.

[0060] The first connecting part 211 engages with the wiring of the internal components of the device to be installed, and multiple first terminals 212 are used to achieve electrical connection. This structure ensures a robust physical connection and reliable electrical connection, facilitating installation and disassembly. One end of the terminal connects to the internal components, and the other end connects to external components, simplifying wiring and improving connection efficiency and overall system stability.

[0061] In one possible design, refer to Figure 2 and Figure 4 The second wiring module 220 can be a plug-in terminal block. The second wiring module 220 includes a second connecting part 221 and a plurality of second terminals 222. The second connecting part 221 is disposed on the housing 100 and is used to plug into external devices of the component to be installed. The second terminals 222 are disposed inside the second connecting part 221. One end of the second terminal 222 extends into the housing 100 and is electrically connected to the components inside the housing 100, and the other end is used to electrically connect to the external devices of the component to be installed.

[0062] The second wiring module 220 connects to the external components of the device to be installed via the second connecting part 221, and, together with multiple second terminals 222, achieves electrical connection between the components inside the electrical box and the external components of the air conditioner. This facilitates quick connection, simplifies the installation process, and improves efficiency. In this application, the second wiring module 220 can be a power connector, a connection connector between the outdoor unit and the indoor unit of the air conditioner, and the electrical box achieves electrical connection between the outdoor unit and the power supply, and between the outdoor unit and the indoor unit of the air conditioner, through the second wiring module 220.

[0063] In one possible design, the first wiring module 210 and the second wiring module 220 are located on the same side of the housing 100. For example, the first wiring module 210 and the second wiring module 220 are located at the bottom of the housing 100.

[0064] In other examples, the first wiring module 210 and the second wiring module 220 are located on different sides of the housing 100. For example, the first wiring module 210 is located at the bottom of the housing 100, and the second wiring module 220 is located on the side wall of the housing 100. Alternatively, the second wiring module 220 may be located at the bottom of the housing 100, and the first wiring module 210 may be located on the side wall of the housing 100.

[0065] In one possible design, refer to Figure 5 The electrical box also includes a positioning element 400, which is disposed on the box body 100 and is used to abut against the part to be installed. The positioning element 400 facilitates the positioning of the electrical box during the installation process, thereby simplifying the installation of the electrical box.

[0066] For example, the electrical box also includes multiple fasteners for securing the electrical box to the component to be installed.

[0067] For example, the fastener can be a screw that passes through the electrical box and is threaded to the part to be installed, thereby securing the electrical box.

[0068] In one possible design, the positioning member 400 includes a fixing part 410 and an abutting part 420. The fixing part 410 is disposed on the box body 100, and the abutting part 420 is connected to the fixing part 410. The abutting part 420 is used to abut against the part to be installed to limit the position of the box body 100 on the part to be installed.

[0069] The fixing part 410 is fixedly connected to the housing 100. The fixing part 410 is located on the side plate 120 of the housing 100. The abutting part 420 is connected to the fixing part 410. In this application, the abutting part 420 is used to abut against the motor mounting bracket of the outdoor unit of the air conditioner.

[0070] For example, the fixing part 410 is fixed to the box body 100 by screws.

[0071] In some other examples, the fixing part 410 and the box body 100 can also be fixedly connected by rivets.

[0072] For example, the abutting part 420 and the fixing part 410 are integrally formed.

[0073] For example, the abutment portion 420 is an L-shaped plate, and one side of the abutment portion 420 is parallel to the fixing portion 410, so that the abutment portion 420 extends into the motor mounting bracket. The side of the abutment portion 420 near the fixing portion 410 abuts against the motor mounting bracket to achieve the effect of positioning and locking, so as to avoid the possibility of the electrical control box moving during the installation process.

[0074] In one possible design, refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6 The housing 100 is provided with a mounting groove 500, which is used for the part to be installed to pass through into the housing 100 and be fixedly connected to the housing 100. The mounting groove 500 is located at the top of the housing 100.

[0075] When the cover 300 is installed on the box 100, a mounting groove 500 is formed between one side of the cover 300 and the box 100. During the installation of the electrical box, the mounting plate of the component to be installed is inserted into the mounting groove 500, and then the mounting plate is connected and fixed to the side plate 120 of the box 100 with screws to achieve the fixation of the electrical box. By fixing the mounting box by inserting the mounting plate into the electrical box, the width of the mounting plate of the component to be installed can be reduced, and the outer side of the mounting box can be kept in complete contact with the outer side wall of the component to be installed.

[0076] In one possible design, refer to Figure 6 and Figure 7 The mounting groove 500 has a limiting part 130 on the side near the box body 100, which is used to abut against the part to be installed in the closed mounting groove 500.

[0077] The limiting part 130 is integrally formed with the side plate 120 of the box body 100. The limiting part 130 is located at the top of the box body 100. The mounting plate of the component to be installed abuts against the limiting part 130 to limit the position of the mounting plate.

[0078] Furthermore, refer to Figure 6 and Figure 8 The limiting part 130 is provided with a folded edge 140 on the side away from the bottom of the box body 100. The folded edge 140 is inclined towards the middle of the box body 100 and abuts against the edge of the top plate of the component to be installed, providing positioning for the installation of the top plate. In addition, it can also form a snap-fit ​​effect with the top plate. Furthermore, the top plate abuts against the limiting part 130, and the top plate can close the mounting groove 500 to ensure a sealed environment inside the electrical box.

[0079] For example, in order to improve the heat dissipation effect of the electrical box, the box body 100 is also provided with multiple heat sinks, which are located on the outside of the box body 100 and directly below the components inside the box body 100.

[0080] This application also provides an air conditioner, including an air conditioner body and an electrical box disposed on the air conditioner body.

[0081] The electrical box in this embodiment has the same structure as the electrical box provided in any of the above embodiments and can bring the same or similar technical effects. It will not be described in detail here. For details, please refer to the description of the above embodiments.

[0082] The air conditioner provided in this application has an electrical box that encloses the box body 100 with a cover 300. One side of the wiring assembly 200 is electrically connected to the components inside the electrical box, while the other side is located outside the box body 100 and is detachably electrically connected to external devices. Direct electrical connection to external devices via the wiring assembly 200 eliminates the need for wiring ports in the electrical box, preventing moisture and insects from entering and reducing the possibility of damage to internal components. This achieves stable installation and effective protection of the electrical components.

[0083] The technical solutions of this application have been described above with reference to the preferred embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. However, it is readily understood by those skilled in the art that the scope of protection of this application is obviously not limited to these specific embodiments. The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application and are not intended to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. These modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. An electrical box, characterized in that, include: A housing (100) for mounting electrical components; Wiring assembly (200), the wiring assembly (200) is disposed on the housing (100), one side of the wiring assembly (200) is used for electrical connection with the components inside the housing (100), and the other side of the wiring assembly (200) is used for detachable electrical connection with external devices; A cover (300) is connected to the box body (100) to open or close the box body (100).

2. The electrical box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The wiring assembly (200) includes a plurality of first wiring modules (210) and a plurality of second wiring modules (220). The first wiring modules (210) are disposed on the housing (100) and are used for detachable electrical connection with internal components of the component to be installed. The second wiring modules (220) are disposed on the housing (100) and are used for detachable electrical connection with external components of the component to be installed.

3. The electrical box according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first wiring module (210) includes a first connecting part (211) and a plurality of first terminals (212). The first connecting part (211) is disposed on the housing (100) and is used to engage with the internal components of the component to be installed. The first terminals (212) are disposed inside the first connecting part (211). One end of the first terminal (212) extends into the housing (100) and is electrically connected to the components inside the housing (100), and the other end is used to be electrically connected to the internal components of the component to be installed.

4. The electrical box according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second wiring module (220) includes a second connection part (221) and a plurality of second terminals (222). The second connection part (221) is disposed on the housing (100) and is used to plug into an external device of the component to be installed. The second terminals (222) are disposed inside the second connection part (221). One end of the second terminal (222) extends into the housing (100) and is electrically connected to the components inside the housing (100), and the other end is used to electrically connect to the external device of the component to be installed.

5. The electrical box according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first wiring module (210) and the second wiring module (220) are located on the same side of the housing (100).

6. The electrical box according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, It also includes a positioning element (400) disposed on the housing (100) and used to abut against the part to be installed to limit the position of the housing (100) on the part to be installed.

7. The electrical box according to claim 6, characterized in that, The positioning member (400) includes a fixing part (410) and an abutting part (420). The fixing part (410) is disposed on the box body (100), and the abutting part (420) is connected to the fixing part (410). The abutting part (420) is used to abut against the part to be installed.

8. The electrical box according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The box body (100) is provided with a mounting groove (500), which is used for the part to be installed to pass through into the box body (100) and be fixedly connected to the box body (100).

9. The electrical box according to claim 8, characterized in that, The box body (100) has a limiting part (130) on the side near the mounting groove (500), the limiting part (130) being used to abut against the part to be installed that closes the mounting groove (500).

10. An air conditioner, characterized in that, It includes an air conditioner body and an electrical box as described in any one of claims 1-9 disposed on the air conditioner body.

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