Panel member and air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model discloses a panel component and air conditioner, panel component includes: panel and support piece, panel includes front panel and panel support, and the front panel is located at one side of panel support, and the support piece is located at the side of panel support away from the front panel, and the opposite two sides of panel support are equipped with support piece respectively. Therefore, it is convenient to improve the structural strength and use reliability of panel component.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] With the continuous improvement of people's living standards and the increasing demands for indoor environmental comfort, air conditioners have become an indispensable electrical appliance in modern homes and various commercial venues.

[0003] As a crucial component of an air conditioner's appearance, the panel not only plays a vital role in protecting internal parts but also significantly impacts the overall aesthetics. Functionally, the panel effectively prevents external dust and foreign objects from entering the air conditioner, avoiding damage to delicate internal electronic components and mechanical structures, thus ensuring the air conditioner's normal operation and lifespan. However, in related technologies, the structural strength of the panel component, achieved by reinforcing the front panel with a panel bracket, needs further improvement. Utility Model Content

[0004] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes a panel component and an air conditioner, wherein the panel component has good structural strength and reliable operation.

[0005] According to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention, the panel component includes a front panel and a panel support. The front panel is disposed on one side of the panel support, and a support member is disposed on the side of the panel support opposite to the front panel. Support members are respectively provided on opposite sides of the panel support.

[0006] According to the panel component of this utility model embodiment, the panel bracket can support the front panel, while the support member can further support and strengthen the panel to improve the structural strength and reliability of the panel component. Especially for large flat panels, the support members are respectively set on the opposite sides of the panel bracket to facilitate good support and strengthening of the entire panel, while the number of support members is not excessive, which helps to control costs. Moreover, when the panel component is used in an air conditioner, since the support member is located on the back side of the panel bracket, it is easy to reduce the exposure of the support member, or the support member is not exposed, which is conducive to the hidden setting of the support member.

[0007] In some embodiments, the support members are provided on both sides of the width of the panel bracket, and each support member extends along the length direction of the panel bracket. The front panel has a first connecting structure, a first clearance hole is formed on the panel bracket, and the support member has a second connecting structure. The first connecting structure passes through the first clearance hole and is connected to the second connecting structure.

[0008] In some embodiments, the first connecting structure includes a first snap fastener, the second connecting structure includes a first latch, the first snap fastener passes through a corresponding first clearance hole and latches at the first latch; and / or, a screw post, the second connecting structure includes a connecting hole and a threaded fastener disposed in the connecting hole, the screw post passes through a corresponding first clearance hole and is threadedly connected to the threaded fastener.

[0009] In some embodiments, the first connecting structure includes a first buckle, and the front panel also has limiting ribs. Limiting ribs are provided at intervals on opposite sides of the first buckle, and the first buckle and the corresponding two limiting ribs are together inserted through the same first clearance hole, and the corresponding two limiting ribs are respectively limited and fitted in the first clearance hole.

[0010] In some embodiments, at least one of the support member and the front panel is positioned and engaged with a panel bracket, the panel bracket having a first mounting groove with a notch facing away from the support member, and the front panel being positioned and engaged with the first mounting groove; and / or, the panel bracket having a second mounting groove with a notch facing away from the front panel, the support member being positioned and engaged with the second mounting groove, one of the panel bracket and the support member having a first positioning post, and the other having a first positioning hole, the first positioning post being positioned and engaged with the first positioning hole.

[0011] In some embodiments, at least one of the sidewalls on both sides of the width of the second mounting groove extends obliquely away from the center of the second mounting groove in the width direction in the direction toward the groove opening, and at least one of the sidewalls on both sides of the width of the second mounting groove has a guide rib extending toward the bottom wall of the second mounting groove.

[0012] In some embodiments, the panel bracket has a second buckle, the support member has a second buckle position, the second buckle is fastened to the second buckle position, there are multiple second buckles and they are spaced apart along the length direction of the support member, the free end of each second buckle has a buckling protrusion protruding along the width direction of the support member, and the protrusion directions of the buckling protrusions of two adjacent second buckles are opposite.

[0013] In some embodiments, the support member includes a flat plate portion and a hook portion, both of which extend along the length direction of the front panel. The two ends of the width of the flat plate portion are respectively connected to the hook portion. Each hook portion includes a first portion and a second portion that are bent and connected. The first portion extends from the end of the flat plate portion toward the front panel, and the second portion extends from the end of the first portion away from the flat plate portion toward the flat plate portion. The free end of each hook portion forms a second fastening position, and the free ends of the two hook portions are arranged opposite to each other along the width direction of the support member.

[0014] In some embodiments, the front panel has a first connecting structure, a first clearance hole is formed on the panel bracket, and the support member has a second connecting structure. The first connecting structure passes through the first clearance hole and is connected to the second connecting structure. The first connecting structure includes a first buckle, and the second connecting structure includes a first latch. The first buckle passes through the corresponding first clearance hole and latches onto the first latch. The first latch is formed at one end of the width of the flat plate portion. And / or, the first connecting structure includes a screw post, and the second connecting structure includes a connecting hole and a threaded fastener provided in the connecting hole. The screw post passes through the corresponding first clearance hole and is threadedly connected to the threaded fastener. The connecting hole is formed on the flat plate portion.

[0015] In some embodiments, the front panel has a light-transmitting area, the panel support has a cutout area opposite to the light-transmitting area, and the panel component further includes a display component disposed in the cutout area. The display component includes a dot matrix screen and a light element, the light element being arranged around the dot matrix screen, and both the dot matrix screen and the light element being opposite to the light-transmitting area.

[0016] In some embodiments, the light-transmitting area is a closed solid area, and the display component is hidden on the back side of the light-transmitting area.

[0017] In some embodiments, a second clearance hole is formed on the front panel, and the panel component further includes a knob device, which includes a knob and an actuator. The knob is disposed opposite to the second clearance hole, and the actuator is used to drive the knob to reciprocate through the second clearance hole. The actuator is disposed on the panel and is driven to cooperate with the knob to drive the knob to move relative to the actuator; or, the actuator is disposed on the knob and is driven to cooperate with the panel to drive the knob device as a whole to move relative to the panel.

[0018] An air conditioner according to a second aspect of the present invention includes a panel component according to a first aspect of the present invention.

[0019] According to the embodiment of the present invention, the air conditioner has a simpler assembly process for the panel components, which facilitates improved assembly efficiency.

[0020] In some embodiments, at least a portion of the outer periphery of the panel bracket is located outside the outer periphery of the front panel, and at least a portion of the outer periphery of the panel bracket is formed as an air outlet edge, the air outlet edge participating in defining the air outlet of the air conditioner. The air conditioner further includes: an air guide member and a buffer member, the air guide member being movably disposed at the air outlet to open and close the air outlet and / or adjust the air outlet direction, the buffer member covering at least a portion of the air outlet edge and separating the air outlet edge from the air guide member.

[0021] In some embodiments, the buffer is clamped and fixed between the panel bracket and the support member. The panel bracket has a protruding anti-abutment rib on the side facing the buffer, and the anti-abutment rib presses against the buffer. And / or, the air outlet edge is located at the corner of the panel bracket on the side away from the front panel. The buffer includes a first buffer portion and a second buffer portion that are bent and connected. The first buffer portion is located on the side of the panel bracket away from the front panel and extends toward the air outlet beyond the air outlet edge. The second buffer portion is connected to the portion of the first buffer portion that extends beyond the air outlet edge and extends toward the side where the front panel is located. The second buffer portion fits against the panel bracket.

[0022] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0023] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0024] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of a panel component according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a panel component according to some embodiments of the present utility model. The length direction in the figure is the length direction of the front panel, the length direction of the panel bracket, and the length direction of the support member. The width direction in the figure is the width direction of the front panel, the width direction of the panel bracket, and the width direction of the support member.

[0026] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 The sectional view at point A circled in the image;

[0027] Figure 4 yes Figure 2 The sectional view at point B circled in the image;

[0028] Figure 5 yes Figure 2 Enlarged view of point C circled in the image;

[0029] Figure 6 yes Figure 2 The sectional view at point D circled in the image;

[0030] Figure 7 yes Figure 2 The sectional view at point E circled in the image;

[0031] Figure 8 This is an exploded view of a panel according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 9This is a schematic diagram of a panel according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 10 yes Figure 9 Enlarged view of point F circled in the image;

[0034] Figure 11 This is an exploded view of a panel according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of a panel according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 13 yes Figure 12 Enlarged view of point F circled in the image;

[0037] Figure 14 This is a cross-sectional view of a panel component according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 15 yes Figure 14 Enlarged view of point I circled in the image;

[0039] Figure 16 This is an assembly diagram of the buffer and support components according to some embodiments of the present utility model;

[0040] Figure 17 This is another assembly diagram of the buffer and support members according to some embodiments of the present utility model;

[0041] Figure 18 yes Figure 17 Enlarged view of point H circled in the image;

[0042] Figure 19 This is an exploded view of a panel component according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0043] Figure 20 This is an exploded view of a panel component according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0044] Figure 21 This is an exploded view of a display component according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0045] Figure 22 This is an assembly diagram of a display component and panel according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0046] Figure 23 This is a cross-sectional view of the knob device according to some embodiments of the present utility model with the knob raised;

[0047] Figure 24 This is a cross-sectional view of the knob device according to some embodiments of the present invention with the knob lowered;

[0048] Figure 25 This is a partial cross-sectional view of a knob device according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0049] Figure 26 This is a schematic diagram of an air conditioner according to some embodiments of the present invention.

[0050] Figure label:

[0051] Air conditioner 200, panel components 100

[0052] Panel 1, front panel 11, light-transmitting area 11a, second clearance hole 11b, first connecting structure 111, first buckle 1111, screw post 1112, limiting rib 112, panel bracket 12, first clearance hole 12a, first mounting groove 12b, second mounting groove 12c, hollow area 12d, first positioning post 121, guide rib 122, second buckle 123, buckle protrusion 1231, air outlet edge 124, stop rib 125, support member 2, first positioning hole 2a, second connecting structure 21, first buckle 211, connecting hole 212, second buckle 22, flat plate part 23, hook part 24, first part 241, second part 242, display component 3, dot matrix screen 31, lighting component 32, knob device 4, knob 41, driver 42, button device 5, air guide component 6, buffer component 7, first buffer part 71, second buffer part 72. Detailed Implementation

[0053] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0054] The following disclosure provides numerous different embodiments or examples for implementing various structures of the present invention. To simplify the disclosure, specific examples of components and arrangements are described below. These are merely examples and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or letters may be repeated in different examples. Such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various embodiments and / or arrangements discussed. In addition, examples of various specific processes and materials are provided in this invention; however, those skilled in the art will recognize the applicability of other processes and / or the use of other materials.

[0055] In the description of the embodiments in this application, the term "and / or" is merely a description of the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A existing alone, A and B existing simultaneously, and B existing alone. Additionally, the character " / " in this document generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects have an "or" relationship.

[0056] Hereinafter, with reference to the accompanying drawings, a panel component 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0057] like Figures 1-3 As shown, the panel component 100 includes a panel 1, which includes a front panel 11 and a panel support 12. The front panel 11 is disposed on one side of the panel support 12. The panel component 100 also includes a support member 2, which is disposed on the side of the panel support 12 opposite to the front panel 11. The panel support 12 is sandwiched between the front panel 11 and the support member 2. Support members 2 are respectively provided on opposite sides of the panel support 12. For example, the front panel 11 is disposed on the front side of the panel support 12, and the support member 2 is disposed on the rear side of the panel support 12. Support members 2 are provided on the left and right sides of the panel support 12, or on the top and bottom sides of the panel support 12.

[0058] Therefore, the panel bracket 12 can support and strengthen the front panel 11, while the support member 2 can further support and strengthen the panel 1, thereby improving the structural strength and reliability of the panel component 100. Especially for large flat panel 1, the support members 2 are set on opposite sides of the panel bracket 12 to provide good support and strengthening for the entire panel 1, while the number of support members 2 is not excessive, which helps to control costs. Moreover, when the panel component 100 is used in the air conditioner 200, since the support member 2 is located on the back side of the panel bracket 12, it is easy to reduce the exposure of the support member 2, or the support member 2 is not exposed, which is conducive to the hidden setting of the support member 2.

[0059] In some embodiments, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, support members 2 are provided on both sides of the width of the panel bracket 12. Each support member 2 extends along the length of the panel bracket 12, so the support member 2 is long and narrow, and the support member 2 can better support the entire panel 1.

[0060] The front panel 11 has a first connecting structure 111, and the panel bracket 12 has a first clearance hole 12a. The support member 2 has a second connecting structure 21. The first connecting structure 111 passes through the first clearance hole 12a and is connected to the second connecting structure 21. This facilitates the clamping and fixing of the panel bracket 12 through the connecting force between the first connecting structure 111 and the second connecting structure 21, thus facilitating the assembly of the panel component 100. For example, the front panel 11 has a first connecting structure 111 on its rear side, which passes through the first clearance hole 12a from front to back to connect to the second connecting structure 21. Therefore, the panel component 100 can be easily assembled using the support member 2 as a frame, with both the front panel 11 and the panel bracket 12 assembled around the support member 2 as a reference, which facilitates the assembly of the panel component 100 and improves the assembly efficiency of the panel component 100.

[0061] The connection method between the first connecting structure 111 and the second connecting structure 21 is not specifically limited. For example, the first connecting structure 111 and the second connecting structure 21 can be detachably connected or non-detachably connected. The first connecting structure and the second connecting structure 21 can adopt at least one of the following connection methods: threaded connection, snap-fit ​​connection, riveting, interference fit, expansion connection, adhesive bonding and welding. The number of the first clearance holes 12a is also not limited.

[0062] Furthermore, the first connecting structure 111 passes through the first clearance hole 12a and is connected to the second connecting structure 21. At least one of the support member 2 and the front panel 11 is positioned and engaged with the panel bracket 12, which facilitates the pre-positioning of the support member 2 and the front panel 11 with the panel bracket 12 during the assembly of the panel component 100, and facilitates the subsequent connection of the front panel 11 and the support member 2, that is, facilitates the subsequent connection of the first connecting structure 111 and the second connecting structure 21.

[0063] Compared to some technologies where support members are used for panel assembly, the support members are usually fastened to appearance components (such as the front panel) with screws, and the support members are also connected to structural components (such as the panel bracket) with clips and / or screws, resulting in cumbersome and inefficient panel assembly. The above-mentioned arrangement in this application allows the front panel 11 and the panel bracket 12 to be assembled around the support member 2 as a reference. The first connecting structure 111 on the front panel 11 passes through the first clearance hole 12a on the panel bracket 12 to connect with the second connecting structure 21 on the support member 2, so that the panel bracket 12 can be reliably clamped between the front panel 11 and the support member 2. The panel bracket 12 is positioned and engaged by at least one of the support member 2 and the front panel 11, which improves the convenience of connecting the first connecting structure 111 and the second connecting structure 21, thereby achieving reliable and efficient assembly of the panel component 100.

[0064] For example, the support member 2 and the panel bracket 12 are positioned and engaged. The support member 2 and the panel bracket 12 are pre-positioned and engaged, and then the first connecting structure 111 on the front panel 11 is connected to the second connecting structure 21 through the first clearance hole 12a on the panel bracket 12, so that the panel bracket 12 is sandwiched between the front panel 11 and the support member 2, thereby facilitating the assembly of the panel component 100. Of course, the front panel 11 and the panel bracket 12 can also be positioned and engaged; in this case, the assembly process of the panel component 100 is similar to the above process and will not be described again.

[0065] The positioning and engagement method between at least one of the support member 2 and the front panel 11 and the panel bracket 12 is not specifically limited. For example, the positioning between at least one of the support member 2 and the front panel 11 and the panel bracket 12 can be achieved by at least one of the following positioning methods: "shaft hole" positioning (e.g., positioning post, positioning pin, positioning key, etc., interference fit, transition fit or clearance fit are all acceptable), stop positioning, slot positioning (e.g., the second mounting slot 12c described later), spherical and conical surface mating positioning, etc.

[0066] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, the first connecting structure 111 includes a first buckle 1111, and the second connecting structure 21 includes a first latch 211. The first buckle 1111 passes through the corresponding first clearance hole 12a, that is, the first buckle 1111 can pass through the first clearance hole 12a and latch onto the first latch 211. The connecting force between the first buckle 1111 and the first latch 211 facilitates the clamping and fixing of the panel bracket 12. By setting the latching cooperation between the first buckle 1111 and the first latch 211, the operation is relatively simple, saving assembly time for the panel component 100, thus simplifying the assembly of the panel component 100 and improving its assembly efficiency; and / or, as Figure 2 , Figure 4 , Figure 8 and Figure 9As shown, the first connecting structure 111 includes a screw post 1112, and the second connecting structure 21 includes a connecting hole 212 and a threaded fastener disposed in the connecting hole 212. The screw post 1112 passes through the corresponding first clearance hole 12a and is threadedly connected to the threaded fastener, so as to fix the front panel 11 and the support member 2 by means of the threaded fastener (e.g., screw). At the same time, the fastening force of the threaded fastener allows the panel bracket 12 to be clamped between the front panel 11 and the support member 2, which facilitates the clamping and fixing of the panel bracket 12. Moreover, the threaded fastener enables the assembly of the panel component 100, making the disassembly and assembly of the panel component 100 more convenient and improving the subsequent maintenance of the panel component 100.

[0067] In some embodiments, such as Figure 8 As shown, the first connecting structure 111 includes a first buckle 1111, and the front panel 11 also has a limiting rib 112. The limiting ribs 112 are respectively spaced apart on the opposite sides of the first buckle 1111. For example, the limiting ribs 112 are respectively spaced apart on the opposite sides of the first buckle 1111 in the length direction of the front panel 11, or the limiting ribs 112 are respectively spaced apart on the opposite sides of the first buckle 1111 in the width direction of the front panel 11, so that the setting of the limiting ribs 112 is more flexible.

[0068] The first buckle 1111 and the two corresponding limiting ribs 112 are both inserted through the same first clearance hole 12a, and the two limiting ribs 112 are respectively limited and fitted in the first clearance hole 12a. That is, the two limiting ribs 112 abut against the opposite sides of the hole wall of the first clearance hole 12a, so that the first buckle 1111 is less likely to move significantly in the first clearance hole 12a, making the relative position of the front panel 11 and the panel support 12 more stable, and facilitating the improvement of the structural stability of the panel component 100. For example, the two limiting ribs 112 abut against the two side walls of the first clearance hole 12a in the length direction (e.g., Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown), or the two limiting ribs 112 respectively abut against the two side walls of the first clearance hole 12a in the width direction.

[0069] Of course, in other embodiments of this application, the first buckle 1111 does not have limiting ribs 112 on its opposite sides. The first buckle 1111 directly engages with the first clearance hole 12a. For example, the size of the first buckle 1111 and the diameter of the first clearance hole 12a are approximately the same, so that the opposite sides of the first buckle 1111 can abut against the peripheral wall of the first clearance hole 12a, thereby achieving the limiting engagement between the first buckle 1111 and the first clearance hole 12a.

[0070] For example, the threaded fastener completes the assembly between the front panel 11 and the support member 2 through the connecting hole 212 and the screw post 1112 in the direction of the support member 2 toward the front panel 11, so that the panel bracket 12 can be clamped between the front panel 11 and the support member 2. At the same time, the threaded fastener is not directly visible on the side of the front panel 11 away from the support member 2, which helps to improve the aesthetics of the panel component 100.

[0071] In some embodiments, such as Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, the first connecting structure 111 includes a plurality of first snap fasteners 1111 and / or a plurality of screw posts 1112. The plurality of first snap fasteners 1111 are spaced apart along the length direction of the support member 2. Each first snap fastener 1111 corresponds to a first clearance hole 12a. Each first snap fastener 1111 passes through the corresponding first clearance hole 12a and is fastened to the support member 2. The plurality of screw posts 1112 are spaced apart along the length direction of the support member 2. Each screw post 1112 corresponds to a first clearance hole 12a. Each screw post 1112 passes through the corresponding first clearance hole 12a and is threadedly connected to the support member 2.

[0072] Therefore, the front panel 11 and the support member 2 can have a large connection range, so as to improve the structural strength of the panel component 100. Even if the panel component 100 is subjected to vibration or impact, the front panel 11, the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2 are not prone to large shaking, which facilitates the improvement of the impact resistance of the panel component 100 and the stability of the panel component 100. Moreover, each first buckle 1111 corresponds to a first clearance hole 12a, so that the size of a single first clearance hole 12a does not need to be too large, and will not significantly weaken the structural strength of the panel bracket 12, so as to further improve the stability of the panel component 100.

[0073] Multiple screw posts 1112 are spaced apart along the length direction, and all screw posts 1112 are threadedly connected to the support member 2, so that there is a large connection range between the front panel 11 and the support member 2, thereby improving the structural strength of the panel component 100. Even if the panel component 100 is subjected to vibration or impact, the front panel 11, the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2 are not prone to large shaking, which helps to improve the impact resistance and stability of the panel component 100. Moreover, each screw post 1112 corresponds to a first clearance hole 12a, so that the size of the first clearance hole 12a does not need to be too large, and will not significantly weaken the structural strength of the panel bracket 12, thereby further improving the stability of the panel component 100.

[0074] Therefore, by setting the first buckle 1111 and the screw post 1112, the connection strength of the panel component 100 can be improved, and the impact resistance of the panel component 100 can be enhanced. It can be understood that when the first connection structure 111 includes both the first buckle 1111 and the screw post 1112, the first buckle 1111 and the screw post 1112 can be spaced apart along the length direction of the support member 2.

[0075] In some embodiments, such as Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, the first connecting structure 111 includes multiple first snap-fits 1111 and multiple screw posts 1112. The multiple first snap-fits 1111 and multiple screw posts 1112 are alternately spaced along the length of the support member 2. Therefore, in the length direction of the support member 2, a screw post 1112 is provided between two adjacent first snap-fits 1111, and a first snap-fit ​​1111 is provided between two adjacent screw posts 1112. The alternating arrangement of the first snap-fits 1111 and screw posts 1112 provides more options and flexibility for the installation process, especially when installing the panel component 100. During assembly, the first snap fastener 1111 can be used for initial positioning and fixation to quickly install the front panel 11 and support 2 into their approximate positions. Then, the screw post 1112 can be used for precise adjustment and tightening to improve installation efficiency. When the panel component 100 needs to be disassembled or maintained, the screw post 1112 can be loosened first, and then the detachability of the first snap fastener 1111 can be used to make the front panel 11, panel bracket 12 and support 2 more easily separated, which facilitates the disassembly efficiency of the panel component 100 and is beneficial for subsequent maintenance of the panel component 100.

[0076] In some embodiments, at least one of the support member 2 and the front panel 11 is positioned and engaged with the panel bracket 12. Specifically, the panel bracket 12 has a first mounting groove 12b with its opening facing away from the support member 2, and the front panel 11 is positioned and engaged with the first mounting groove 12b; and / or, the panel bracket 12 has a second mounting groove 12c with its opening facing away from the front panel 11, and the support member 2 is positioned and engaged with the second mounting groove 12c. One of the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2 has a first positioning post 121, and the other has a first positioning hole 2a, with the first positioning post 121 positioned and engaged with the first positioning hole 2a. This simple positioning method facilitates assembly.

[0077] like Figures 2-13 As shown, in some embodiments, the panel component 100 is configured to satisfy at least one of the following conditions A1 to A4:

[0078] In condition A1, the panel bracket 12 has a first mounting groove 12b with a slot facing away from the support member 2. The front panel 11 is positioned and fitted into the first mounting groove 12b. By setting the first mounting groove 12b, a clear mounting point is provided for the assembly of the front panel 11 and the panel bracket 12, which facilitates the pre-positioning of the front panel 11 and the panel bracket 12. For example, at least part of the peripheral wall of the first mounting groove 12b is abutted against the front panel 11 to limit the large relative movement between the front panel 11 and the panel bracket 12, which facilitates the subsequent cooperation of the first connecting structure 111 and the second connecting structure 21 and helps to improve the assembly efficiency of the panel component 100.

[0079] In condition A2, the panel bracket 12 has a second mounting groove 12c with the slot facing away from the front panel 11. The support member 2 is positioned and fitted in the second mounting groove 12c. By setting the second mounting groove 12c, a clear mounting point is provided for the assembly of the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2, which facilitates the pre-positioning of the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2. For example, at least part of the peripheral wall of the second mounting groove 12c is abutted against the support member 2 to limit large relative movement between the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2, which facilitates the subsequent cooperation of the first connecting structure 111 and the second connecting structure 21 and helps to improve the assembly efficiency of the panel component 100.

[0080] In condition A3, one of the panel bracket 12 and the front panel 11 has a second positioning post, and the other of the panel bracket 12 and the front panel 11 has a second positioning hole. The second positioning post is positioned and fitted into the second positioning hole. For example, the second positioning post is formed on the panel bracket 12, and the second positioning hole is formed on the front panel 11; or the second positioning post is formed on the front panel 11, and the second positioning hole is formed on the panel bracket 12. It is evident that by providing the second positioning post and the second positioning hole, the positioning of the panel bracket 12 and the front panel 11 becomes more convenient. Simply aligning the second positioning post and inserting it into the second positioning hole achieves the positioning between the panel bracket 12 and the front panel 11, facilitating the subsequent engagement of the first connecting structure 111 and the second connecting structure 21, and improving the assembly efficiency of the panel component 100. It is understood that the number of second positioning posts is not limited; there can be one or more.

[0081] In condition A4, one of the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2 has a first positioning post 121, and the other has a first positioning hole 2a. The first positioning post 121 is positioned and fitted into the first positioning hole 2a. For example, the first positioning post 121 is formed on the panel bracket 12, and the first positioning hole 2a is formed on the support member 2; or the first positioning post 121 is formed on the support member 2, and the first positioning hole 2a is formed on the panel bracket 12. It is evident that by providing the first positioning post 121 and the first positioning hole 2a, the positioning of the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2 becomes more convenient. Simply aligning the first positioning post 121 and inserting it into the first positioning hole 2a achieves positioning between the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2, facilitating the subsequent engagement of the first connecting structure 111 and the second connecting structure 21, and improving the assembly efficiency of the panel component 100. It is understood that the number of first positioning posts 121 is not limited; there can be one or more.

[0082] In some embodiments, the panel component 100 is configured to at least satisfy condition A1, and the front panel 11 is a one-piece molded part.

[0083] As can be seen, the front panel 11 is a one-piece molded part. For example, the front panel 11 is injection molded. The one-piece molding makes the front panel 11 a continuous whole, avoiding the seams and weak points caused by splicing multiple parts. When subjected to external force, the force can be more evenly distributed on the entire front panel 11, reducing the possibility of stress concentration, thereby improving the overall strength and deformation resistance of the front panel 11. Moreover, one-piece molded parts can usually be manufactured by a one-time molding process, without the need for separate processing of multiple parts and subsequent assembly processes, shortening the production cycle and facilitating the improvement of the production efficiency of the front panel 11.

[0084] like Figures 11-13As shown, the first mounting groove 12b extends along the length of the panel bracket 12 and passes through both ends of the panel bracket 12. The front panel 11 is positioned between the two sidewalls of the first mounting groove 12b. That is, after the front panel 11 is fitted into the first mounting groove 12b, the front panel 11 and the panel bracket 12 are less likely to move significantly along the width of the panel bracket 12, which facilitates the subsequent fixing of the front panel 11, the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2. At the same time, the two sidewalls of the first mounting groove 12b can provide uniform support force to the front panel 11 from both sides. When the front panel 11 is subjected to external forces, such as pressure, tension or vibration, the sidewalls can distribute the force to the entire front panel 11, reducing the possibility of deformation or damage to the front panel 11 due to excessive local stress, and improving the structural stability of the front panel 11. Moreover, the first mounting groove 12b passes through both ends of the panel bracket 12, so as to reduce the amount of material used in the first mounting groove 12b, thereby reducing the manufacturing cost of the panel component 100. In addition, the setting of the first mounting slot 12b makes the connection between the front panel 11 and the panel bracket 12 more concealed, and the appearance is cleaner and more beautiful. There are no obvious connecting parts exposed, which improves the overall appearance quality of the product. It also helps to reduce the part of the panel bracket 12 exposed on the front side of the front panel 11, which helps to reduce the area of ​​the panel bracket 12 involved in defining the appearance surface to a certain extent, and helps to reduce the processing requirements of the panel bracket 12.

[0085] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 , Figure 5 , Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, the panel component 100 is configured to at least satisfy condition A2, the second mounting groove 12c extends along the length direction of the panel bracket 12, the support member 2 is positioned and fitted between the sidewalls of the groove on both sides of the length of the second mounting groove 12c and between the sidewalls of the groove on both sides of the width of the second mounting groove 12c, and the first clearance hole 12a is formed on the bottom wall and / or sidewall of the groove of the second mounting groove 12c.

[0086] As can be seen, the support member 2 is positioned between the two sidewalls of the width of the second mounting groove 12c. This means that after the support member 2 is fitted into the second mounting groove 12c, the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2 are less likely to move significantly along the width direction of the panel bracket 12, facilitating the subsequent fixation of the front panel 11, the panel bracket 12, and the support member 2. Similarly, the support member 2 is positioned between the two sidewalls of the length of the second mounting groove 12c. Therefore, after the support member 2 is fitted into the second mounting groove 12c, the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2 are less likely to move significantly along the length direction of the panel bracket 12, facilitating the subsequent fixation of the front panel 11, the panel bracket 12, and the support member 2. It can be understood that the length direction of the second mounting groove 12c is the same as the length direction of the panel bracket 12.

[0087] Furthermore, the first clearance holes 12a are formed on the bottom wall and / or side wall of the second mounting groove 12c, including: Example 1, all the first clearance holes 12a are formed on the bottom wall of the second mounting groove 12c; Example 2, all the first clearance holes 12a are formed on the side wall of the second mounting groove 12c; Example 3, there are multiple first clearance holes 12a, some of which are formed on the side wall of the second mounting groove 12c and others are formed on the bottom wall of the second mounting groove 12c. This allows for more flexible placement of the first clearance holes 12a, enabling workers to select the appropriate location based on actual conditions, thereby reducing the possibility of interference between the first connecting structure 111 and other components after it passes through the first clearance hole 12a. Additionally, if the support member 2 is also assembled with the panel bracket 12, at least some of the first clearance holes 12a are placed on the side wall of the second mounting groove 12c to provide sufficient space for the connection between the support member 2 and the panel bracket 12.

[0088] Wherein, at least one of the sidewalls of the second mounting groove 12c extends away from the center of the second mounting groove 12c in the width direction in the direction toward the groove opening, that is, at least one of the sidewalls of the second mounting groove 12c extends relative to the stacking direction of the front panel 11, the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2 (the stacking direction may be perpendicular to the direction of the front panel 11, the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2). Figure 2 The second mounting groove 12c is inclined in both its length and width directions so that at least one of its groove sidewalls can also provide guidance for the installation of the support member 2, making it easier for the support member 2 to slide into the second mounting groove 12c. This improves the assembly efficiency of the support member 2 and the second mounting groove 12c, thereby improving the assembly efficiency of the panel component 100. Furthermore, at least one of the groove sidewalls on both sides of the width of the second mounting groove 12c extends away from the center of the second mounting groove 12c in the width direction in the direction toward the groove opening. That is, at least one of the groove sidewalls on both sides of the width of the second mounting groove 12c extends away from the center of the width direction of the second mounting groove 12c in the direction toward the support member 2, so that the groove opening size of the second mounting groove 12c gradually decreases in the direction of the support member 2 toward the panel bracket 12, providing more operating space for the installation of the support member 2 and reducing the assembly difficulty of the support member 2 and the second mounting groove 12c.

[0089] For example, the sidewalls of the second mounting groove 12c extend away from the center of the second mounting groove 12c in the width direction in the direction toward the groove opening. That is, the sidewalls of the second mounting groove 12c extend away from the center of the second mounting groove 12c in the width direction in the direction toward the support member 2, so that the cross-sectional shape of the second mounting groove 12c is roughly trapezoidal, with the large end of the trapezoid facing the support member 2 and the small end of the trapezoid facing the panel bracket 12. This provides a larger operating space for the installation of the support member 2 and makes it easier to reduce the assembly difficulty of the support member 2 and the second mounting groove 12c.

[0090] In some embodiments, such as Figures 8-10 As shown, the first connection structure 111 includes a first buckle 1111 and a screw post 1112. A first clearance hole 12a corresponding to the first buckle 1111 is formed on the side wall of the second mounting groove 12c, and a first clearance hole 12a corresponding to the screw post 1112 is formed on the bottom wall of the second mounting groove 12c. Thus, multiple first clearance holes 12a can be distributed on the bottom wall and side wall of the second mounting groove 12c respectively, so that the arrangement of multiple first clearance holes 12a is not too concentrated, and will not significantly weaken the structural strength of the panel bracket 12, which is conducive to improving the structural stability of the panel bracket 12. Moreover, the side wall and bottom wall of the groove are arranged sequentially along the width direction of the second mounting groove 12c, so that the first buckle 1111 and screw post 1112 on the front panel 11 can also be staggered along the width direction of the front panel 11, which is conducive to providing a larger connection range and improving the structural stability of the panel component 100.

[0091] In some embodiments, such as Figures 8-10 As shown, at least one of the sidewalls on both sides of the width of the second mounting groove 12c extends obliquely away from the center of the second mounting groove 12c in the width direction in the direction toward the groove opening. At least one of the sidewalls on both sides of the width of the second mounting groove 12c has a guide rib 122. The guide rib 122 extends toward the bottom wall of the second mounting groove 12c so that the support member 2 can be more smoothly matched with the second mounting groove 12c under the action of the guide rib 122, so that the support member 2 and the second mounting groove 12c are more stably matched, which facilitates the subsequent fixing of the front panel 11, the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2, which is beneficial to improving the assembly efficiency of the panel component 100. Moreover, the guide rib 122 has a structural strengthening effect, which is beneficial to improving the reliability of the panel bracket 12.

[0092] For example, each of the sidewalls on both sides of the width of the second mounting groove 12c has a plurality of guide ribs 122 spaced apart along the length direction of the second mounting groove 12c, and the plurality of guide ribs 122 on both sides of the width of the second mounting groove 12c are staggered along the length direction. More specifically, the plurality of guide ribs 122 on one of the sidewalls on both sides of the width of the second mounting groove 12c are a first group, and the plurality of guide ribs 122 on the other side are a second group, and each guide rib 122 in the first group and each guide rib 122 in the second group are staggered along the length direction.

[0093] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 and Figures 7-10 As shown, the panel bracket 12 has a second buckle 123, and the support member 2 has a second buckle position 22. The second buckle 123 is fastened to the second buckle position 22. The fastening of the second buckle 123 to the second buckle position 22 facilitates the fixation between the support member 2 and the panel bracket 12, so that the first connecting structure 111 of the front panel 11 can be connected to the second connecting structure 21 of the support member 2 through the first clearance hole 12a of the panel bracket 12, so that the assembly of the panel component 100 is simpler and the assembly efficiency of the panel component 100 is improved.

[0094] For example, by fastening the second buckle 123 to the second buckle position 22, the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2 are made into a whole. Then, the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2 are assembled together with the front panel 11 to complete the assembly of the panel component 100, which can improve the assembly efficiency of the panel component 100.

[0095] In some embodiments, such as Figures 8-10 As shown, there are multiple second latches 123, and these multiple second latches 123 are spaced apart along the length direction of the support member 2. It can be seen that the multiple latches are spaced apart along the length direction of the support member 2 so that the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2 can have a larger connection area. The panel bracket 12 and the support member 2 are then fixedly connected by the multiple second latches 123, which improves the connection strength between the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2, making it less likely that the subsequent assembly of the front panel 11 will affect the fixation between the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2, and thus improving the stability of the panel component 100.

[0096] Each of the second buckles 123 has a protruding portion 1231 at its free end along the width direction of the support member 2. The protruding portion 1231 is fastened to the second buckle position 22. The protruding directions of the protruding portions 1231 of two adjacent second buckles 123 are opposite. For example, the protruding portions 1231 of two adjacent second buckles 123 are arranged opposite to each other or opposite to each other. This allows the second buckles 123 to form a bidirectional limiting in the width direction of the support member 2. When the support member 2 is subjected to forces from different directions, the corresponding protruding portions 1231 can effectively block them, which helps to improve the connection strength between the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2.

[0097] For example, taking the width direction of the support member 2 as the left-right direction, in two adjacent second buckles 123, the protrusion 1231 of one of them protrudes to the left to be fastened to the second buckle position 22 on the left, and the protrusion 1231 of the other protrudes to the right to be fastened to the second buckle position 22 on the right. It can be understood that the two adjacent second buckles 123 can be engaged with different second buckles 22, or they can be engaged with the same second buckle 22.

[0098] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 , Figure 7 , Figures 14-18 As shown, the support member 2 includes a flat plate portion 23 and a hook portion 24. Both the flat plate portion 23 and the hook portion 24 extend along the length direction of the front panel 11, and the two ends of the width of the flat plate portion 23 are respectively connected to the hook portion 24. Each hook portion 24 includes a first part 241 and a second part 242 that are bent and connected. The first part 241 extends from the end of the flat plate portion 23 toward the front panel 11, and the second part 242 extends from the end of the first part 241 away from the flat plate portion 23 toward the flat plate portion 23. The free end of each hook portion 24 forms a second fastening position 22.

[0099] As can be seen, the hook portion 24 includes a first part 241 and a second part 242 that are bent and connected. The first part 241 extends from the end of the flat plate portion 23 toward the front panel 11, and the second part 242 extends from the end of the first part 241 away from the flat plate portion 23 toward the flat plate portion 23, so that the cross-sectional shape of the hook portion 24 is roughly "L" shaped, so that the free end of the hook portion 24 forms a second buckle position 22, which facilitates the cooperation of the second buckle 123 and the second buckle position 22.

[0100] Of course, the support member 2 may also include multiple hook portions 24. For example, multiple hook portions 24 are provided at both ends of the width of the flat plate portion 23. The multiple hook portions 24 cooperate with the corresponding second buckles 123 to fix the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2.

[0101] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 and Figure 7As shown, the free ends of the two hook portions 24 are arranged opposite each other along the width direction of the support member 2. The second part 242 of each hook portion 24 extends toward the width center of the flat plate portion 23 and extends toward the flat plate portion 23, so that the second part 242 can be inclined to form the second buckle position 22. At the same time, the second part 242 will not exceed the outer contour of the flat plate portion 23 and is not likely to interfere with other components. When the second buckle 123 is engaged with the second buckle position 22, the protrusion directions of the buckle protrusions 1231 of two adjacent second buckles 123 can be arranged opposite each other, so that multiple second buckles 123 are located between the two hook portions 24, which facilitates the improvement of the connection strength between the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2 and improves the stability of the panel component 100.

[0102] Taking the width direction of the support member 2 as the left and right direction as an example, the two hook parts 24 are arranged at intervals on the left and right sides. The free end of the left hook part 24 is set to the right, and the free end of the right hook part 24 is set to the left, so that the free ends of the two hook parts 24 are set opposite each other on the left and right.

[0103] For example, the support member 2 includes a flat plate portion 23 and two hook portions 24, and the free end of each hook portion 24 forms a second latching position 22. When there are multiple second latches 123, the second latches 123 with multiple protrusions 1231 in the same direction can be engaged with one of the two hook portions 24, and the remaining second latches 123 (the protrusions of multiple protrusions 1231 are also in the same direction, but opposite to the protrusions of the protrusions 1231 of the aforementioned second latches 123) can be engaged with the other of the two hook portions 24. Thus, by engaging the two hook portions 24 with the corresponding multiple second latches 123, the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2 can be fixed.

[0104] In other embodiments of this application, the free ends of the two hook portions 24 may be arranged opposite to each other along the width direction of the support member 2. Taking the width direction of the support member 2 as the left-right direction as an example, the two hook portions 24 are arranged with a left-right interval, the free end of the left hook portion 24 is arranged to the left, and the free end of the right hook portion 24 is arranged to the right, so that the free ends of the two hook portions 24 are arranged opposite to each other.

[0105] like Figures 14-18As shown, in some embodiments, the front panel 11 has a first connecting structure 111, the panel bracket 12 has a first clearance hole 12a, and the support member 2 has a second connecting structure 21. The first connecting structure 111 passes through the first clearance hole 12a and is connected to the second connecting structure 21. The first connecting structure 111 includes a first buckle 1111, and the second connecting structure 21 includes a first latch 211. The first buckle 1111 passes through the corresponding first clearance hole 12a and latches itself onto the first latch 211, which is formed at one end of the width of the flat plate portion 23. Alternatively, the first connecting structure 111 includes a screw post 1112, and the second connecting structure 21 includes a connecting hole 212 and a threaded fastener disposed in the connecting hole 212. The screw post 1112 passes through the corresponding first clearance hole 12a and is threadedly connected to the threaded fastener. The connecting hole 212 is formed on the flat plate portion 23.

[0106] The first buckle 211 is formed at one end of the width of the flat plate portion 23. For example, the first buckle 211 is formed at the connection between the hook portion 24 and the flat plate portion 23. That is, the first buckle 1111 is located at the edge of the width of the flat plate portion 23, and the first buckle 1111 and the hook portion 24 are spaced apart so that the hook portion 24 does not easily affect the cooperation between the first buckle 1111 and the first buckle 211. By fastening the first buckle 1111 to the first buckle 211, it is easy to fix the front panel 11 and the support member 2, so that the panel bracket 12 can be clamped between the front panel 11 and the support member 2, which is conducive to improving the stability of the panel component 100 and improving the impact resistance of the panel component 100.

[0107] The connecting hole 212 is formed on the flat plate portion 23. For example, when the screw post 1112 passes through the first clearance hole 12a and contacts the connecting hole 212, the flat plate portion 23 and the front panel 11 are locked by the threaded fastener to fix the front panel 11 and the support member 2, so that the panel bracket 12 can be clamped between the front panel 11 and the support member 2, which is conducive to improving the stability of the panel component 100 and improving the impact resistance of the panel component 100. The screw post 1112 and the hook portion are spaced apart in the width direction of the flat plate portion 23 so that the hook portion is less likely to affect the fixation of the flat plate portion 23 and the front panel 11. At the same time, the flat plate portion 23 can provide a more suitable contact area for the threaded fastener, so that the support member 2 and the front panel 11 can have better structural strength, which is conducive to further improving the stability of the panel component 100.

[0108] like Figure 2 , Figure 7 , Figure 14 and Figure 15As shown, in some embodiments, the panel support 12 is formed with a first positioning post 121 and the flat plate portion 23 is formed with a first positioning hole 2a. The first positioning post 121 is positioned and fitted into the first positioning hole 2a. Thus, by positioning and fitting the first positioning post 121 into the first positioning hole 2a, the pre-positioning between the panel support 12 and the support member 2 can be achieved.

[0109] The first positioning post 121 is located between the two hook portions 24. The free end of the second buckle 123 has a buckling protrusion 1231 that protrudes from the first positioning post 121 along the width direction of the support member 2 and engages with the second buckle position 22. Therefore, the setting of the first positioning post 121 will not affect the engagement of the second buckle 123 and the second buckle position 22. The first positioning post 121 and the second buckle position 22 are less likely to interfere with each other, causing the second buckle 123 to fail to engage with the second buckle position 22, which facilitates the reliable assembly of the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2.

[0110] For example, the protrusion directions of two adjacent second buckles 123 are opposite, and the buckling protrusions 1231 of two adjacent second buckles 123 extend away from the first positioning post 121 in the width direction of the second support member 2. That is, two adjacent second buckles 123 are arranged opposite to each other, so that when the second buckles 123 and the second buckle position 22 are engaged, the first positioning post 121 is not likely to interfere with the second buckle position 22.

[0111] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the panel component 100 is configured to satisfy at least one of the following conditions B1 to B3:

[0112] In condition B1, each support member 2 is arranged adjacent to the outer peripheral wall of the panel bracket 12. By arranging multiple positioning members adjacent to the outer peripheral wall of the panel bracket 12, the support member 2 can provide a larger support range for the panel bracket 12. Multiple support members 2 can more comprehensively support the panel bracket 12. When the panel bracket 12 is subjected to external forces during use, such as external impacts or vibrations, the arrangement of multiple support members 2 adjacent to the outer peripheral wall can distribute the external forces more evenly to each support member 2, thereby reducing the possibility of deformation or damage to the panel bracket 12 due to excessive local stress and improving the stability of the panel component 100 in use.

[0113] In condition B2, multiple support members 2 are spaced apart along the width direction of the front panel 11, and each support member 2 extends along the length direction of the front panel 11. The support members 2 provide stable support for the front panel 11 in both length and width directions and provide a large support range for the front panel 11, which helps to improve the overall structural strength of the panel component 100. When the front panel 11 is subjected to various external forces during use, such as gravity and external impact, the multiple spaced support members 2 can disperse these forces to reduce the possibility of deformation or damage to the panel 1 due to excessive local pressure and extend the service life of the front panel 11.

[0114] In condition B3, the support component 2 is a metal component. Metal materials usually have high strength and rigidity, which enables the support component 2 to withstand large loads without significant deformation or damage. This facilitates the improvement of the load-bearing capacity of the support component 2, thereby improving the structural strength of the panel component 100. In addition, metal materials have good machinability and can be manufactured into support components 2 of various shapes and sizes through various processing techniques such as casting, forging, stamping, and welding. This makes it easier to reduce the processing difficulty of the support component 2 and is conducive to the mass production of the panel component 100.

[0115] In some embodiments, such as Figure 20 and Figure 21 As shown, the front panel 11 has a light-transmitting area 11a, and the panel support 12 has a cutout area 12d opposite to the light-transmitting area 11a. The panel component 100 also includes a display component 3, which is disposed in the cutout area 12d. Since the display component 3 is opposite to the light-transmitting area 11a, the light emitted by the display component 3 can be emitted through the light-transmitting area 11a, allowing the user to observe the display information. The panel support 12 supports the installation of the front panel 11. The cutout area 12d formed on the panel support 12 at the corresponding display component 3 reduces interference with the display component 3, facilitates its installation, and allows for a relatively small distance between the display component 3 and the light-transmitting area 11a, thus improving display clarity.

[0116] It is understood that the light-transmitting area 11a can be a hollow area 12d, and the display component 3 can directly display information outward through the hole in the hollow area 12d; or, the light-transmitting area 11a can be a closed solid area, and the display component 3 can be hidden on the back side of the light-transmitting area 11a. In this case, the display component can transmit information outward through the light-transmitting area 11a. The front panel 11 has a good protective effect on the display component 3, which is conducive to improving the working stability of the display component 3.

[0117] The display component 3 includes a dot matrix screen 31 and a light element 32. The light element 32 is arranged around the dot matrix screen 31. Both the dot matrix screen 31 and the light element 32 are opposite to the light-transmitting area 11a, so the light emitted by both the dot matrix screen 31 and the light element 32 can be emitted through the light-transmitting area 11a for the user to view. It can be understood that the light element 32 is located on the outer periphery of the dot matrix screen 31. The light element 32 can be continuously arranged around the dot matrix screen 31 (for example, the light element 32 extends into an open ring or a closed ring), or it can be intermittently arranged around the dot matrix screen 31. It should be noted that the "open ring" mentioned in this article refers to a ring with an opening (i.e., a non-closed ring). The term "ring" is interpreted broadly, meaning it is not limited to a "circular ring," but can also include a "polygonal ring," etc.

[0118] Therefore, by setting up a dot matrix screen 31 and a light element 32, with the light element 32 surrounding the dot matrix screen 31, various display effects can be designed in the light-transmitting area 11a through control. For example, the control can switch between three modes: the dot matrix screen 31 lighting up alone, the light element 32 lighting up alone, and the dot matrix screen 31 and the light element 32 lighting up together, thereby meeting different user needs. Moreover, by setting up the dot matrix screen 31, different content can be displayed, occupying less space and displaying more content. Furthermore, since the light element 32 surrounds the dot matrix screen 31, when the light element 32 and the dot matrix screen 31 are lit up together, the light element 32 makes the information on the dot matrix screen 31 more eye-catching.

[0119] For example, the dot matrix screen 31 includes multiple light-emitting units, such as multiple light dots (i.e., small LED beads). These light-emitting units are arranged in an array, and different content can be displayed by changing the combination of different light-emitting units. For example, the dot matrix screen 31 can display external weather icons, such as sunny or rainy, and it can also display outdoor temperature. The dot matrix screen 31 can also display a combination of emoticons and graphics that reflect indoor air quality. For example, good air quality is displayed with smiley faces and heart patterns, bad air quality is displayed with a sad face, and clean air quality is displayed with a smiley face and leaf patterns, making it easy for users to observe.

[0120] In related technologies, panel components use light panels to illuminate snowflake-shaped light cavities to display snowflake-shaped icons, reminding users that cooling is in operation. However, this method offers a limited and unchangeable display, conveys limited information, and lacks user interaction. The dot matrix screen 31 of this embodiment can display different content by combining and changing the illuminated light-emitting units, occupying less space and displaying more information. For example, it can display numerical cooling temperatures, providing users with more comprehensive and richer information. Users can also change the information after control, achieving information interaction. Compared to LED or LCD screens for displaying information, the dot matrix screen 31 of this embodiment is more cost-effective.

[0121] For example, the lighting element 32 includes an ambient light. The ambient light has flexible display effects and can be linked with the dot matrix screen 31 to enhance information sensitivity and facilitate user observation. For instance, when the dot matrix screen 31 displays the cooling temperature, the ambient light can display a blue light, which will turn on and off sequentially along the circumference of the lighting element 32, forming a circular moving blue light strip, giving the visual impression that a cool breeze is blowing. As another example, when the dot matrix screen 31 displays information that requires user confirmation, the lighting element 32 will flash on and off according to a time interval to prompt the user that there is information to be confirmed.

[0122] In some embodiments, the front panel 11 includes a light-transmitting plate and a decorative layer. The light-transmitting plate is a single-piece molded component, and the decorative layer covers the outer surface of the light-transmitting plate, with the decorative layer transmitting light at least in the light-transmitting area 11a. The single-piece molded light-transmitting plate enhances the structural stability of the front panel 11, allowing light to be transmitted through it. The decorative layer covering the outer surface of the light-transmitting plate prevents light from being projected from areas other than the light-transmitting area 11a, while the decorative layer transmits light in the light-transmitting area 11a, allowing light from the display component 3 to be transmitted through the light-transmitting area 11a to display information.

[0123] Of course, this is not the only possibility. The decorative layer can also transmit light in other areas of the light-transmitting panel while being translucent in the light-transmitting area 11a, so that the front panel 11 can display other information or be more eye-catching. For example, if the decorative layer is translucent at the edge surrounding the light-transmitting panel, the entire outline of the front panel 11 can be illuminated by arranging light strips along the edge of the decorative panel, making the front panel 11 more eye-catching.

[0124] For example, the front panel 11 can be a coated part, with the coating structure being a decorative layer; and for another example, the front panel 11 can be a sprayed part, with the sprayed layer structure being a decorative layer.

[0125] In some embodiments, such as Figure 20 As shown, a second clearance hole 11b is formed on the front panel 11. The panel component 100 also includes a knob device 4, which includes a knob 41. The knob 41 is disposed opposite to the second clearance hole 11b, and the knob 41 can extend and retract relative to the front panel 11 through the second clearance hole 11b. This allows the knob 41 to have an extended state and a retracted state. In the extended state, the knob 41 can extend through the second clearance hole 11b to the side of the front panel 11 opposite to the support member 2, making it convenient for the user to rotate it to perform the corresponding operation. In the retracted state, the knob 41 does not protrude from the side of the front panel 11 opposite to the support member 2, or the protrusion height of the knob 41 from the side of the front panel 11 opposite to the support member 2 is less than the protrusion height of the knob 41 from the side of the front panel 11 opposite to the support member 2 in the extended state, so as to protect the knob 41, reduce the damage to the knob 41 caused by the external environment, and improve the reliability of the knob device 4.

[0126] The phrase "the knob 41 can extend and retract relative to the front panel 11 through the second clearance hole 11b" can also be understood as the knob 41 being able to extend and retract relative to the front panel 11, so that the knob 41 can move by passing through the second clearance hole 11b; for example, the second clearance hole 11b passes through both sides of the thickness of the front panel 11 along the thickness direction, and the knob 41 can move relative to the thickness direction of the front panel 11. The knob 41 can rise along the thickness direction of the front panel 11 toward the side of the front panel 11 away from the support member 2, or it can descend along the thickness direction of the front panel 11 toward the side of the front panel 11 toward the support member 2.

[0127] For example, the panel component 100 is used in the air conditioner 200. The user rotates the knob 41 to adjust parameters such as temperature, fan speed, and mode of the air conditioner 200, and these parameters are visually displayed on the display component 3 of the air conditioner 200, which can improve the user's adjustment accuracy and facilitate use. Further optionally, the knob device 4 is located below the display component 3, so that the user can directly observe the display component 3 when rotating the knob 41 without obstructing the user's view.

[0128] For example, the parameters adjusted by the user rotating the knob 41 are directly displayed on the display component 32. The user can directly observe the adjustment structure while rotating the knob 41, which is convenient to use.

[0129] For example, in the extended state, the knob 41 may protrude completely from the outer surface of the front panel 11 (i.e., the side of the front panel 11 facing away from the support member 2), or the knob 41 may also protrude partially from the outer surface of the front panel 11. For example, in the extended state, the height difference between the outer surface of the knob 41 and the outer surface of the front panel 11 is 5mm-20mm. In the retracted state, the outer surface of the knob 41 may be flush with the outer surface of the front panel 11, or the outer surface of the knob 41 may be slightly lower than or slightly protruding from the outer surface of the front panel 11. For example, in the retracted state, the height difference between the outer surface of the knob 41 and the outer surface of the front panel 11 is no more than 2mm.

[0130] In some embodiments, such as Figures 22-25As shown, the knob device 4 includes a driver 42, which drives the knob 41 to extend and retract relative to the panel 1 so that the knob 41 reciprocates through the second clearance hole 11b. The driver 42 provides power for the reciprocating motion of the knob 41. In this configuration, the driver 42 is disposed on the panel 1 and is driven to cooperate with the knob 41 to drive the knob 41 to move relative to the driver 42, thereby achieving the extension and retraction of the knob 41 relative to the panel 1. In this configuration, the area available for the driver 42 is relatively large, which facilitates its placement and allows for separate placement of the driver 42 and the knob 41. The driving force required for the extension and retraction of the knob 41 is relatively low, thus saving driving force. Alternatively, the driver 42 is disposed on the knob 41 and is driven to cooperate with the panel 1 to drive the entire knob device 4 to move relative to the panel 1, thereby achieving the extension and retraction of the knob 41 relative to the panel 1. In this configuration, it is convenient to make full use of the space of the knob 41. For example, the driver 42 can be disposed inside the knob 41 to utilize the internal space of the knob 41, without having to set up a mounting structure for the driver 42 that occupies too much external space, thus making the structure of the entire panel component 100 more compact.

[0131] It is understood that the transmission and engagement methods between the driver 42 and the knob 41, as well as between the driver 42 and the panel 1, are not limited. For example, the aforementioned transmission and engagement methods can adopt gear transmission, belt transmission, chain transmission, screw transmission, etc., and the driver 42 can adopt electric drive, hydraulic drive, pneumatic drive, etc. When the knob 41 performs the telescopic movement through the second clearance hole 11b, the movement trajectory of the knob 41 is not limited. For example, the knob 41 can move along a straight line, or it can move along a curve (for example, the knob 41 can rotate around an axis parallel to the outer surface of the front panel 11), etc.

[0132] In some embodiments, the panel 1 is further provided with a button device 5, which is used to control the extension and retraction of the knob device 4, and the button device 5 is located below the knob device 4.

[0133] For example, the structure on the panel component 100 can be controlled by touching the button device 5. For instance, touching the button device 5 can control the extension and retraction of the knob 41 to facilitate operation of the knob 41. Or, for instance, the panel 1 has a display screen. Touching the button device 5 can wake up the display screen on the panel 1 to obtain information from the display screen. Or, for instance, touching the button device 5 can enable power on / off or one-click AI (Artificial Intelligence) function, etc., for ease of use.

[0134] The button device 5 is used to control the extension and retraction of the knob 41. Touching the button device 5 causes the knob 41 to rise through the second clearance hole 11b towards the side of the front panel 11 opposite to the support member 2, making it easier to use. Touching the button device 5 again causes the knob 41 to descend through the second clearance hole 11b towards the side of the front panel 11 facing the support member 2, protecting the knob 41 and improving the overall integrity of the outer surface of the front panel 11. By placing the button below the knob 41, the user's hand can be prevented from obstructing the knob 41 from rising, thereby improving the working stability of the knob device 4.

[0135] The air conditioner 200 according to the second aspect embodiment includes the panel component 100 according to the first aspect embodiment of the present invention. For example, the panel component 100 may be disposed on the indoor part of the air conditioner 200. The air conditioner 200 according to the embodiment of the present invention has a simpler assembly process for the panel component, which facilitates improved assembly efficiency.

[0136] It is worth noting that the type of air conditioner 200 according to the embodiments of this application is not limited, and can be an integrated air conditioner or a split air conditioner. An integrated air conditioner may include a window air conditioner or a portable air conditioner, while a split air conditioner may include a wall-mounted air conditioner or a floor-standing air conditioner. Once the type of air conditioner 200 is determined, the shape of the panel component 100 can be adaptively designed. The panel component 100 may be located on the front side of the air conditioner 200, but is not limited thereto. Other configurations and operations of the air conditioner 200 according to the embodiments of this utility model are known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here.

[0137] In some embodiments, such as Figure 14 , Figure 15 and Figure 26 As shown, at least a portion of the outer periphery of the panel bracket 12 is located outside the outer periphery of the front panel 11, and at least a portion of the outer periphery of the panel bracket 12 forms an air outlet edge 124, which helps to define the air outlet of the air conditioner 200 through which the air conditioner 200 delivers air. It can be understood that the outer periphery of the panel bracket 12 alone can define the air outlet; or, the outer periphery of the panel bracket 12 cooperates with other components of the air conditioner 200 (e.g., the housing of the air conditioner 200) to define the air outlet.

[0138] The air conditioner 200 also includes a buffer 7, which covers at least a portion of the air outlet edge 124 and separates the air outlet edge 124 from the air guide component 6. This separation allows the buffer 7 to protect the panel component from the structure that moves relative to the panel component, thus reducing wear on the panel component at the air outlet edge 124 caused by the other structures mentioned above. It also improves the problem of dust accumulation on the panel component at the air outlet edge 124. Furthermore, the buffer 7 has a certain degree of deformation capability. Even if the air guide component 6 squeezes or scrapes the panel component, the buffer 7 facilitates a soft contact between the air guide component 6 and the panel component, further improving the dust accumulation problem between the air guide component 6 and the air outlet edge 124 and reducing wear between them. This enhances the performance of the air conditioner 200.

[0139] The air conditioner 200 also includes an air guide component 6, which is movably disposed at the air outlet to open and close the air outlet and / or adjust the air outlet direction. When the air guide component 6 operates, it moves relative to the panel component, that is, it moves relative to the air outlet edge 124. A buffer component 7 separates the air outlet edge 124 from the air guide component 6. Throughout the entire operation of the air guide component 6, the buffer component 7 keeps the air outlet edge 124 and the air guide component 6 separate. This prevents direct contact between the air guide component 6 and the air outlet edge 124, even if the gap between them is small and the air guide component 6 is prone to scraping against the air outlet edge 124. This improves the dust collection problem at the air outlet edge 124, reducing wear on both components. Furthermore, the buffer component 7's own deformation capability can be used to guide the air... The air guide component 6 and the panel component have soft contact and can adapt to changes in the gap between the air guide component 6 and the panel component as the air guide component 6 operates. This provides good applicability and avoids excessive resistance to the operation of the air guide component 6. This helps to improve the aforementioned dusting problem while ensuring the smooth operation of the air guide component 6 to a certain extent. Of course, even if the gap between the air guide component 6 and the panel component is relatively large, a buffer 7 can be provided between the air outlet edge 124 and the air guide component 6. The buffer 7 can occupy at least part of the gap between the air guide component 6 and the panel component. This makes it easier to avoid large gaps on the appearance of the air conditioner 200 when the gap between the air guide component 6 and the panel bracket 12 is minimal (e.g., when the air guide component 6 closes the air outlet). This helps to improve the protection of other internal components of the air conditioner 200 by the air guide component 6 and reduce the risk of external dust and other contaminants entering the air conditioner 200 through gaps.

[0140] For example, when the air guide component 6 closes the air outlet, the gap between the air guide component 6 and the panel component is the smallest. At this time, the air guide component 6 and the panel component can squeeze the buffer component 7. The two are not in rigid contact. During use, transportation, or related experimental testing, the air conditioner 200 can improve the problem of powdering between the air guide component 6 and the panel component.

[0141] It is understood that the specific structure of the air guide component 6 is not limited; for example, the air guide component 6 includes at least one air guide plate, which is rotatably set, and the buffer 7 separates the air outlet edge 124 from the corresponding air guide plate to reduce the dusting problem between the air guide plate and the air outlet edge 124.

[0142] Optionally, the buffer 7 can be an elastic or flexible element. Thus, both elastic and flexible elements can deform under external force to adapt to changes in the gap between the panel component and the air guide assembly, achieving soft contact between the panel component and the air guide assembly to improve the dust collection problem.

[0143] For example, the buffer 7 is a rubber part or a silicone part, etc.

[0144] In some embodiments, such as Figure 14 and Figure 15 As shown, the buffer 7 is clamped and fixed between the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2. By clamping the buffer 7 between the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2, the connecting force between the panel bracket 12 and the support member 2 is used to facilitate the squeezing and clamping of the buffer 7, so that the setting position of the buffer 7 is more stable. Moreover, the above-mentioned fixing method of the buffer 7 means that there is no need to open the connection hole on the buffer 7 or add an installation structure, which simplifies the structure of the buffer 7 and simplifies the assembly of the panel components.

[0145] In some embodiments, such as Figure 14 and Figure 15 As shown, a stop rib 125 protrudes from the side of the panel bracket 12 facing the buffer member 7, and the stop rib 125 presses against the buffer member 7; and / or, the air outlet edge 124 is located at the corner of the panel bracket 12 on the side away from the front panel 11. The buffer member 7 includes a first buffer portion 71 and a second buffer portion 72 that are bent and connected. The first buffer portion 71 is located on the side of the panel bracket 12 away from the front panel 11 and extends toward the air outlet beyond the air outlet edge 124. The second buffer portion 72 is connected to the portion of the first buffer portion 71 that extends beyond the air outlet edge 124 and extends toward the side where the front panel 11 is located. The second buffer portion 72 fits against the panel bracket 12.

[0146] The panel support 12 has a protruding anti-buffer rib 125 on the side facing the buffer 7. The anti-buffer rib 125 presses against the buffer 7. At the same time, the buffer 7 is sandwiched between the panel support 12 and the support 2. By setting the anti-buffer rib 125 to press against the buffer 7, the position of the buffer 7 is more stable, and the buffer 7 is not easy to be pulled out from the gap between the panel support 12 and the support 2, so that the buffer 7 can maintain a stable working effect.

[0147] The first buffer portion 71 is located on the side of the panel support 12 facing away from the front panel 11, and extends towards the air outlet beyond the air outlet edge 124, so that the first buffer portion 71 has a large coverage area and can comprehensively cover the air outlet edge 124, thereby reducing the possibility that the air guide structure will directly contact the panel support 12 during movement, and further reducing the dust abrasion problem between the air guide component 6 and the panel support 12; the second buffer portion 72 is connected to the portion of the first buffer portion 71 that extends beyond the air outlet edge 124, and extends towards the side where the front panel 11 is located. The second buffer portion 72 is attached to the panel bracket 12. By attaching the second buffer portion 72 to the panel bracket 12, even if the air guide structure comes into contact with the part of the first buffer portion 71 that extends beyond the air outlet edge 124 during movement, the first buffer portion 71 is not prone to large deformation. That is, the force exerted by the light guide structure on the first buffer portion 71 can be transmitted to the second buffer portion 72, and then indirectly transmitted to the panel bracket 12. The panel bracket 12 restricts the first buffer portion 71 from large flipping towards the panel bracket 12, so that the setting position of the buffer member 7 is more stable, which facilitates the improvement of the working stability of the buffer member 7.

[0148] Furthermore, it should be noted that the various specific technical features described in the above specific embodiments can be combined in any suitable manner without contradiction. To avoid unnecessary repetition, this application will not describe the various possible combinations separately. In addition, various different embodiments of this application can also be arbitrarily combined, as long as they do not violate the spirit of this application, they should also be regarded as the content disclosed in this application.

[0149] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "transverse," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, features defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0150] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0151] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0152] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A panel component, characterized in that, include: A panel, the panel including a front panel and a panel bracket, the front panel being disposed on one side of the panel bracket; A support member is provided on the side of the panel bracket opposite to the front panel, and the support member is provided on the opposite sides of the panel bracket.

2. The panel component according to claim 1, characterized in that, The panel bracket has support members on both sides of its width, and each support member extends along the length of the panel bracket. The front panel has a first connecting structure, and the panel bracket has a first clearance hole. The support member has a second connecting structure, and the first connecting structure passes through the first clearance hole and is connected to the second connecting structure.

3. The panel component according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first connection structure includes: The first buckle, the second connecting structure including a first buckle position, the first buckle passing through the corresponding first clearance hole and fastened to the first buckle position; and / or The screw post, the second connection structure includes a connection hole and a threaded fastener disposed in the connection hole, the screw post passing through the corresponding first clearance hole and being threadedly connected to the threaded fastener.

4. The panel component according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first connecting structure includes a first buckle, and the front panel also has a limiting rib. The limiting ribs are respectively spaced apart on opposite sides of the first buckle, and the first buckle and the corresponding two limiting ribs are together inserted through the same first clearance hole, and the corresponding two limiting ribs are respectively limited and fitted in the first clearance hole.

5. The panel component according to claim 1, characterized in that, At least one of the support member and the front panel is positioned and engaged with the panel bracket. The panel bracket has a first mounting groove with an opening facing away from the support member, and the front panel is positioned and fitted into the first mounting groove; and / or The panel bracket has a second mounting groove with the slot facing away from the front panel. The support member is positioned and fitted in the second mounting groove. One of the panel bracket and the support member has a first positioning post, and the other has a first positioning hole. The first positioning post is positioned and fitted in the first positioning hole.

6. The panel component according to claim 5, characterized in that, At least one of the two sidewalls of the second mounting groove extends obliquely away from the center of the second mounting groove in the width direction in the direction toward the groove opening, and at least one of the two sidewalls of the second mounting groove has a guide rib extending toward the bottom wall of the second mounting groove.

7. The panel component according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The panel bracket has a second buckle, and the support member has a second buckle position. The second buckle is fastened to the second buckle position. There are multiple second buckles and they are spaced apart along the length direction of the support member. The free end of each second buckle has a protruding part protruding along the width direction of the support member. The protruding directions of the protruding parts of two adjacent second buckles are opposite.

8. The panel component according to claim 7, characterized in that, The support member includes a flat plate portion and a hook portion. Both the flat plate portion and the hook portion extend along the length direction of the front panel, and the hook portion is connected to both ends of the width of the flat plate portion. Each hook portion includes a first portion and a second portion that are bent and connected. The first portion extends from the end of the flat plate portion toward the front panel, and the second portion extends from the end of the first portion away from the flat plate portion toward the flat plate portion. The free end of each hook portion forms a second fastening position, and the free ends of the two hook portions are arranged opposite each other along the width direction of the support member.

9. The panel component according to claim 8, characterized in that, The front panel has a first connecting structure, the panel bracket has a first clearance hole, and the support member has a second connecting structure. The first connecting structure passes through the first clearance hole and is connected to the second connecting structure. The first connecting structure includes a first buckle, and the second connecting structure includes a first fastening position. The first buckle passes through the corresponding first clearance hole and is fastened to the first fastening position, and the first fastening position is formed at one end of the width of the flat plate portion; and / or, The first connection structure includes a screw post, and the second connection structure includes a connection hole and a threaded fastener disposed in the connection hole. The screw post passes through the corresponding first clearance hole and is threadedly connected to the threaded fastener. The connection hole is formed on the flat plate portion.

10. The panel component according to claim 1, characterized in that, The front panel has a light-transmitting area, the panel support has a cutout area opposite to the light-transmitting area, and the panel component further includes a display component disposed in the cutout area. The display component includes a dot matrix screen and a light element, the light element being arranged around the dot matrix screen, and both the dot matrix screen and the light element being opposite to the light-transmitting area.

11. The panel component according to claim 10, characterized in that, The light-transmitting area is a closed solid area, and the display component is hidden on the back side of the light-transmitting area.

12. The panel component according to claim 1, characterized in that, A second clearance hole is formed on the front panel. The panel component also includes a knob device, which includes a knob and a driver. The knob is disposed opposite to the second clearance hole, and the driver is used to drive the knob to reciprocate through the second clearance hole. The driver is disposed on the panel and drives the knob to move relative to the driver; or, the driver is disposed on the knob and drives the panel to move the knob device as a whole relative to the panel.

13. An air conditioner, characterized in that, Includes the panel component according to any one of claims 1-12.

14. The air conditioner according to claim 13, characterized in that, At least a portion of the outer periphery of the panel bracket is located outside the outer periphery of the front panel, and the at least portion of the outer periphery of the panel bracket forms an air outlet edge, which helps to define the air outlet of the air conditioner. The air conditioner also includes: An air guide component is movably disposed at the air outlet to open and close the air outlet and / or adjust the air outlet's airflow direction; A buffer member that covers at least a portion of the air outlet edge and separates the air outlet edge from the air guide member.

15. The air conditioner according to claim 14, characterized in that, The buffer component is clamped and fixed between the panel bracket and the support component. The panel bracket has a protruding anti-buffer rib on the side facing the buffer member, and the anti-buffer rib presses against the buffer member; and / or, The air outlet edge is located at the corner of the panel bracket on the side away from the front panel. The buffer includes a first buffer portion and a second buffer portion that are bent and connected. The first buffer portion is located on the side of the panel bracket away from the front panel and extends toward the air outlet beyond the air outlet edge. The second buffer portion is connected to the portion of the first buffer portion that extends beyond the air outlet edge and extends toward the side where the front panel is located. The second buffer portion is attached to the panel bracket.

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