Air conditioner support

Abstract

This utility model discloses an air conditioner bracket, including a bracket body and a lateral support element. The bracket body has slots extending through it from left to right and an installation space communicating with the slots. The lateral support element has an adjusting connecting rod, which is inserted into the slot and can move left and right relative to the slot. The adjusting connecting rod is located within the installation space. Locking grooves are arranged along the left-right direction on the upper surface of the adjusting connecting rod. A locking tooth plate is movable up and down within the installation space. An extension post is connected to the locking tooth plate, extending to the outside of the installation space. When the extension post is driven downward by an external force, it can engage with the locking grooves to constrain the left-right movement of the adjusting connecting rod. This solution utilizes the insertion and engagement of the slot and the adjusting connecting rod, as well as the engagement of the locking grooves and the locking tooth plate, to achieve adjustment and locking. This reduces the use of complex components such as screws and nuts, simplifies the processing and assembly process, and effectively reduces manufacturing costs.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of air conditioner installation technology, and in particular to an air conditioner bracket. Background Technology

[0002] During the installation of air conditioning equipment, the air conditioner bracket, as a key component supporting the air conditioning unit, directly affects the safety and stability of the air conditioner's operation due to the rationality of its structural design. In existing technologies, such as the air conditioner bracket disclosed in Chinese Utility Model Patent Document (Publication No. CN222688342U), lateral support elements are provided on both sides of the bracket to ensure the stability of the air conditioning unit after installation. These lateral support elements can closely fit the left and right side walls of the air conditioning unit, effectively preventing the air conditioning unit from shaking or shifting during use by providing lateral support force, thus significantly improving the stability and reliability of the air conditioner after installation.

[0003] However, the existing screw connection adjustment structure used in the lateral support elements of air conditioner brackets has significant shortcomings. On the one hand, the processing and assembly of the screw and its matching nuts, washers, and other components are complex, requiring high-precision manufacturing processes, resulting in high manufacturing costs. On the other hand, since air conditioners are mostly installed outdoors, they are subjected to harsh weather conditions such as wind, sun, rain, and snow for extended periods, making the screw highly susceptible to corrosion. With prolonged use, corrosion increases the friction between the screw and the connecting parts, causing jamming and preventing the screw from rotating properly. This makes it difficult to adjust and disassemble the lateral support element during air conditioner repair, replacement, or bracket removal. Further improvements are needed. Utility Model Content

[0004] The present invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, the present invention proposes an air conditioner bracket that is easy to assemble and disassemble and has low manufacturing cost.

[0005] An air conditioner bracket designed for this purpose includes a bracket body and lateral support elements;

[0006] The bracket body is provided with slots that extend through the bracket body from the left and right and installation spaces that communicate with the slots.

[0007] The lateral support element is provided with an adjusting connecting rod, which is inserted into the slot and can be moved left and right relative to the slot; the adjusting connecting rod is located within the installation space.

[0008] The upper surface of the adjusting connecting rod is provided with locking tooth grooves arranged in the left-right direction; a locking tooth plate is provided that moves up and down within the installation space.

[0009] The locking tooth plate is connected to an extension post, which extends to the outside of the mounting space. When the locking tooth plate is driven downward by an external force, the extension post can engage with the locking tooth groove to constrain the left and right movement of the adjusting connecting rod.

[0010] Preferably, the bracket body is provided with a connecting hole that communicates with the installation space, and the extension column extends through the connecting hole to the outside of the installation space.

[0011] Preferably, the bracket body on both sides of the connecting hole is provided with mounting holes for connecting to the air conditioning unit.

[0012] Preferably, the mounting space has an opening on the lower side, and the locking toothed plate is movably installed in the mounting space from bottom to top.

[0013] Preferably, the adjusting connecting rod is provided in two parts, which are spaced apart from each other.

[0014] This invention, through innovative structural design, effectively addresses the shortcomings of existing technologies and possesses significant technical advantages. Unlike traditional screw-connected adjustment structures, this solution utilizes the insertion and engagement of a slot and adjusting connecting rod, as well as the meshing of locking teeth and locking plates, to achieve adjustment and locking. This reduces the use of complex components such as screws and nuts, simplifies the processing and assembly process, and effectively lowers manufacturing costs. Furthermore, by eliminating easily corroded screw components, the problem of jamming and difficulty in disassembly due to corrosion in harsh outdoor environments is completely avoided. When air conditioner maintenance or bracket disassembly is required, simply controlling the locking plate to disengage from the locking teeth allows for easy adjustment and disassembly of the lateral support components, greatly improving maintenance convenience.

[0015] In particular, the extension column features an ingenious design. When the air conditioning unit is placed on the bracket body, its bottom surface abuts against the extension column, automatically driving the extension column to move the locking tooth plate downwards, precisely engaging with the locking tooth groove to automatically lock the adjusting connecting rod. This design not only avoids the tediousness of manual operation but also ensures that the lateral support elements are immediately and reliably fixed after the air conditioning unit is installed. During air conditioning operation, even under strong vibrations, the tight engagement of the locking tooth plate and locking tooth groove effectively prevents the lateral support elements from loosening, further enhancing the stability and reliability of the air conditioning unit after installation and providing a solid guarantee for the safe operation of the air conditioning equipment. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is one of the three-dimensional structural schematic diagrams of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is the second three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 3 This is one of the exploded structural diagrams of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 4 This is the second exploded structural diagram of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 5 A cross-sectional structural diagram showing the locking toothed plate in the locked state;

[0021] Figure 6 A cross-sectional structural diagram showing the locking toothed plate in the unlocked state. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The embodiments of the technical solution of this application will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. These embodiments are only used to more clearly illustrate the technical solution of this application and are therefore merely examples, and should not be used to limit the scope of protection of this application.

[0023] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains; the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the application; the terms “comprising” and “having”, and any variations thereof, in the specification, claims, and foregoing description of the drawings are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0024] In the description of the embodiments of this application, technical terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish different objects and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number, specific order, or primary and secondary relationship of the indicated technical features.

[0025] In this document, the term "implementation" means that a specific feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an implementation may be included in at least one implementation of this application. The appearance of this phrase in various places in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same implementation, nor is it a separate or alternative implementation mutually exclusive with other implementations. It will be explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the implementations described herein can be combined with other implementations.

[0026] 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.

[0027] In the description of the embodiments of this application, the term "multiple" refers to two or more (including two), similarly, "multiple groups" refers to two or more (including two groups), and "multiple pieces" refers to two or more (including two pieces).

[0028] In the description of the embodiments of this application, the technical terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the embodiments of this application.

[0029] In the description of the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the technical terms such as "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; 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; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0030] See Figures 1-6 An air conditioner bracket includes a bracket body 10 and a lateral support element 20. The bracket body 10 has a slot 110 extending through the bracket body 10 from left to right and an installation space 120 communicating with the slot 110. The lateral support element 20 has an adjusting connecting rod 210, which is inserted into the slot 110 and can move left and right relative to the slot 110. Part of the adjusting connecting rod 210 is located within the installation space 120. The upper surface of the adjusting connecting rod 210 has locking grooves 220 arranged in a left-right direction. A locking tooth plate 30 is movable up and down within the installation space 120. The locking tooth plate 30 is connected to an extension post 310, which extends to the outside of the installation space 120. When the extension post 310 is driven by an external force to move the locking tooth plate 30 downward, it can engage with the locking grooves 220 to constrain the left and right movement of the adjusting connecting rod 210.

[0031] When using the air conditioner bracket, first, the locking toothed plate 30 must be installed within the mounting space 120 of the bracket body 10, ensuring it can move freely up and down within the mounting space 120, and that the extension column 310 extends correctly to the outside of the mounting space 120. Due to its own weight, the locking toothed plate 30 will naturally engage with the locking groove 220 on the adjusting connecting rod 210 downwards. Therefore, before inserting the adjusting connecting rod 210 of the lateral support element 20 into the slot 110 of the bracket body 10, the locking toothed plate 30 must be manually driven upwards to allow the adjusting connecting rod 210 to be inserted smoothly. After insertion, adjust the adjusting connecting rod 210 left and right according to the actual size of the air conditioner unit, adjusting the position of the lateral support element 20 to ensure it accurately fits against the side wall of the air conditioner unit. Next, place the air conditioner unit on the bracket body 10, with the bottom surface of the air conditioner unit pressing against the extension column 310, further securing the engagement between the locking toothed plate 30 and the locking groove 220. Finally, use bolts to fix the air conditioner unit to the bracket body 10, completing the entire installation process.

[0032] When it is necessary to disassemble or adjust the air conditioner bracket, first unscrew the bolts securing the air conditioner unit to remove it. After the air conditioner unit is removed, the locking tooth plate 30 can move upward, thereby disengaging the two components. After the adjusting connecting rod 210 returns to its freely movable state, the adjusting connecting rod 210 of the lateral support element 20 can be easily pulled out of the slot 110, or adjusted left and right within the slot 110, realizing the disassembly and position adjustment of the lateral support element 20 of the air conditioner bracket. The entire process does not require handling the easily corroded screw components, making the operation simple and convenient.

[0033] In some embodiments, the bracket body 10 is provided with a connecting hole 140 communicating with the mounting space 120, and the extension post 310 extends through the connecting hole 140 to the outside of the mounting space 120. Its primary function is to provide a precise moving guide channel for the extension post 310. The extension post 310 extends through the connecting hole 140 to the outside of the mounting space 120, so that when the locking tooth plate 30 moves up and down within the mounting space 120, it can move stably along the trajectory defined by the connecting hole 140, effectively preventing the locking tooth plate 30 from deviating or jamming during movement, thereby ensuring the reliability and stability of the engagement and disengagement action between the locking tooth plate 30 and the locking tooth groove 220 on the adjusting connecting rod 210.

[0034] In some embodiments, mounting holes 130 for connecting the air conditioning unit 40 are provided on the bracket body 10 on both sides of the connecting hole 140. The mounting holes 130 are used to connect bolts to fix the air conditioning unit to the bracket body 10.

[0035] In some embodiments, the mounting space 120 has an opening at its lower side, and the locking toothed plate 30 is movably installed within the mounting space 120 from bottom to top. The mounting space 120 with an opening at its lower side greatly facilitates the installation process of the locking toothed plate 30. The locking toothed plate 30 can be directly placed into the mounting space 120 from below without complicated operations. Compared with closed or other open mounting spaces, this reduces assembly difficulty and time, lowers assembly costs, and improves production efficiency.

[0036] In some embodiments, two adjusting connecting rods 210 are provided and spaced apart front to back. The two adjusting connecting rods 210 can provide support to the lateral support element 20 from both front and rear directions, forming a stable three-dimensional support structure. When the air conditioner unit vibrates during operation or encounters external forces such as strong winds, the two adjusting connecting rods can work together to resist lateral forces. Compared with a single adjusting connecting rod, this effectively prevents the lateral support element 20 from twisting or tilting, greatly enhancing the stability and reliability of the air conditioner bracket's lateral support for the air conditioner unit.

[0037] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claims. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An air conditioner bracket, characterized by: It includes a support body (10) and lateral support elements (20); The bracket body (10) is provided with a slot (110) that runs through the bracket body (10) from left to right and an installation space (120) that communicates with the slot (110); The lateral support element (20) is provided with an adjusting connecting rod (210), which is inserted into the slot (110) and can be moved left and right relative to the slot (110); part of the adjusting connecting rod (210) is located in the installation space (120); The upper surface of the adjusting connecting rod (210) is provided with locking tooth grooves (220) arranged in the left-right direction; a locking tooth plate (30) is provided in the installation space (120) that moves up and down; The locking tooth plate (30) is connected to an extension post (310), which extends to the outside of the mounting space (120). When the locking tooth plate (30) is driven downward by an external force, the extension post (310) can engage with the locking tooth groove (220) to constrain the left and right movement of the adjusting connecting rod (210).

2. The air conditioner bracket of claim 1, wherein: The bracket body (10) is provided with a connecting hole (140) that communicates with the installation space (120), and the extension column (310) extends through the connecting hole (140) to the outside of the installation space (120).

3. The air conditioner bracket of claim 2, wherein: Mounting holes (130) for connecting to the air conditioning unit (40) are provided on the bracket body (10) on both sides of the connecting hole (140).

4. The air conditioner support of claim 1, wherein: The mounting space (120) has an opening on its lower side, and the locking tooth plate (30) is movably installed in the mounting space (120) from bottom to top.

5. The air conditioner support of claim 1, wherein: The adjusting connecting rod (210) is provided in two parts, which are arranged at intervals.

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