Cover, outdoor unit and air conditioner

Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of air conditioning technology, and more particularly to a housing, outdoor unit, and air conditioner. The housing includes multiple housing bodies and multiple connectors. Each housing body has an air vent and a first fitting portion, and adjacent housing bodies are connected through the first fitting portion; adjacent housing bodies are connected through connectors. The housing, outdoor unit, and air conditioner provided by this utility model disassemble the single integrated front housing of the prior art into multiple split housing bodies, which can be mass-produced. Compared with the integrated front housing, multiple split housing bodies can reduce mold costs and processing costs, reduce investment costs, improve processing efficiency, and facilitate transportation and on-site assembly.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] The front casing of a standard side-discharge air conditioner outdoor unit is designed as a single piece. However, for large-capacity, large-volume side-discharge outdoor units, this single-piece design results in excessively long components (exceeding 1500mm), poor overall strength, and issues such as vibration and noise. The large size of the front casing also increases mold and component manufacturing costs, limiting the tonnage and size of the required stamping press, leading to high mold manufacturing costs, high production costs, low production efficiency, and inconvenient storage and turnover. Furthermore, a single-piece front casing design cannot quickly accommodate outdoor units of different heights and capacities, requiring the creation of new molds, resulting in high investment costs and long development cycles. Utility Model Content

[0003] This utility model provides a housing, an outdoor unit, and an air conditioner to solve the defects of high production cost and low production efficiency in the existing technology that uses one-piece molded housings.

[0004] This utility model provides a cover, comprising:

[0005] Multiple housing bodies, each housing body having an air vent and a first fitting portion, and two adjacent housing bodies being adapted to be connected via the first fitting portion;

[0006] Multiple connectors are used to connect adjacent housing bodies.

[0007] The cover provided by this utility model further includes: a support member disposed between two adjacent cover bodies, and having a reinforcing structure and a second fitting portion; the second fitting portion is disposed on the side of the support member near the cover body and is adapted to fit with the first fitting portion. By connecting two adjacent cover bodies through the support member, on the one hand, the support member can increase the overall height of the cover, thus meeting the needs of cover bodies with different center distances; on the other hand, the support member is provided with a reinforcing structure, which can enhance the overall strength of the cover. Both the fitting sides of the support member and the cover body have fitting portions suitable for mutual fitting, namely the first fitting portion on the cover body and the second fitting portion on the support member, ensuring a tight fit between the cover body and the support member through the fitting portions, thereby facilitating the connection and fixation of the cover body and the support member through a connector.

[0008] According to the cover provided by this utility model, a first connecting hole is formed on the first fitting part, and a second connecting hole corresponding to the first connecting hole is formed on the second fitting part. The connector is adapted to pass through the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole in sequence to fasten the cover body and the support member.

[0009] According to the housing provided by this utility model, multiple first connecting holes are arranged along the length direction of the first fitting portion, and there is a gap between adjacent two first connecting holes in the height direction of the first fitting portion; multiple second connecting holes are arranged along the length direction of the second fitting portion, and there is a gap between adjacent two second connecting holes in the height direction of the second fitting portion. The fastening method using an unequal axial height layout generates bolt fixing torque, effectively improving the fixing constraint of the two components and preventing the problem of low fixing reliability caused by easy torsion when using collinear bolts.

[0010] According to the cover provided by this utility model, the first fitting part includes: a first fitting edge, which is disposed on the outer edge of the cover body and perpendicular to the plane where the cover body is located; the second fitting part includes: a second fitting edge, which is disposed on the outer edge of the support member and perpendicular to the plane where the support member is located, thereby ensuring a tight fit between the cover body and the support member.

[0011] The cover provided by this utility model further includes: an overlapping portion, which is disposed on the outer edge of the second fitting portion and extends toward the cover body on the adjacent side, and is adapted to overlap the first fitting portion, so as to overlap with the first fitting portion on the cover body during the assembly process, thereby facilitating the positioning and assembly between the cover body and the support member.

[0012] According to the cover provided by this utility model, the overlapping part includes: an overlapping edge, which is perpendicular to the second fitting part.

[0013] According to the cover provided by this utility model, the reinforcing structure includes: profiled ribs, disposed on the inner and / or outer sides of the support member, to enhance the structural strength of the support member.

[0014] This utility model also provides an outdoor unit, including: the housing of this utility model.

[0015] This utility model also provides an air conditioner, including: the housing of this utility model, or the outdoor unit of this utility model.

[0016] This utility model provides a housing comprising: multiple housing bodies and multiple connectors. Each housing body has an air vent and a first fitting portion, and adjacent housing bodies are adapted to be connected via the first fitting portion; adjacent housing bodies are connected via the connectors. This utility model provides a housing composed of multiple housing bodies connected by connectors, disassembling the existing single integrated front housing into multiple separate housing bodies. This allows for batch manufacturing. Compared to a single integrated front housing, multiple separate housing bodies reduce mold and processing costs, lower investment costs, improve processing efficiency, and facilitate transportation and on-site assembly.

[0017] Furthermore, the outdoor unit provided by this utility model, since it includes the housing of this utility model, has the same advantages as described above.

[0018] Furthermore, the air conditioner provided by this utility model, since it includes the housing or outdoor unit of this utility model, has the same advantages as described above. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cover provided in one embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 2 This is a first-view structural schematic diagram of the casing provided in one embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 3 This is a second-view structural schematic diagram of the cover provided in one embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 4 This is a partial structural diagram of the connection between the cover body and the support member provided in one embodiment of the present utility model.

[0024] Figure 5 This is a side view of the housing body provided in one embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 6 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the support member provided in one embodiment of the present utility model.

[0026] Figure label:

[0027] 1: Cover body; 11: First fitting edge; 12: First connecting hole; 13: Air outlet; 2: Support member; 21: Corrugated rib; 22: Second fitting edge; 23: Second connecting hole; 24: Overlapping edge; 3: Connector. Detailed Implementation

[0028] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0029] In the description of this embodiment, it should be understood that the 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., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this embodiment and simplifying the description, and are not intended to 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 embodiment.

[0030] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this embodiment, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0031] In this embodiment, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," "link," and "fix" 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, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this embodiment based on the specific circumstances.

[0032] In this embodiment of the utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0033] The following is combined Figures 1 to 6 This invention describes a housing. The housing includes: multiple housing bodies 1 and multiple connecting members 3.

[0034] Each housing body 1 has an air vent 13 and a first fitting part, and two adjacent housing bodies 1 are adapted to be connected through the first fitting part; two adjacent housing bodies 1 are connected by a connector 3.

[0035] Specifically, air vent 13 is opposite to the outdoor unit's fan and matches the fan's size;

[0036] like Figure 1 As shown, the cover of this utility model is a front cover, which is composed of multiple cover bodies 1 and connecting parts 3. It breaks down the single integrated front cover in the prior art into multiple split cover bodies 1, which can be mass-produced. Compared with the integrated front cover, multiple split cover bodies 1 can reduce mold costs and processing costs, and reduce investment costs. In addition, multiple cover bodies 1 can be processed and manufactured at the same time, improving processing efficiency. Furthermore, the size of a single cover body 1 is reduced, which is also convenient for transportation and on-site assembly.

[0037] Each housing body 1 has an independent air vent 13, which is opposite to the corresponding fan. Specifically, each housing body 1 is installed on the outside of a fan, that is, a housing body 1 is installed on the outside of each fan. The structure of each housing body 1 is independent of each other, and the housing bodies 1 are connected together by connectors 3.

[0038] The function of connector 3 is to connect and fix two adjacent cover bodies 1 together to form a rigid and stable integral cover.

[0039] like Figure 1 In the structure shown, it is preferable to use two cover bodies 1, namely the first cover body 1 and the second cover body 1. The two cover bodies 1 are connected by multiple connectors 3. If the outdoor unit is large, more than two cover bodies 1 can also be used for connection and fixation, such as four cover bodies 1.

[0040] This utility model provides a housing comprising: multiple housing bodies 1 and multiple connecting members 3. Each housing body 1 has an air vent 13 and a first fitting portion, and adjacent housing bodies 1 are adapted to be connected through the first fitting portion; adjacent housing bodies 1 are connected by connecting members 3. The housing provided by this utility model is composed of multiple housing bodies 1 connected by connecting members 3, which breaks down the single integrated front housing in the prior art into multiple split housing bodies 1, allowing for batch manufacturing. Compared with the integrated front housing, multiple split housing bodies 1 can reduce mold costs and processing costs, reduce investment costs, improve processing efficiency, and facilitate transportation and on-site assembly.

[0041] In one embodiment of this utility model. For example... Figures 2 to 6 As shown, the cover also includes: a support member 2, disposed between two adjacent cover bodies 1, and having a reinforcing structure and a second fitting portion; the second fitting portion is disposed on the side of the support member 2 near the cover body 1, and is adapted to fit with the first fitting portion. Specifically, the first fitting portion is disposed on the side of the cover body 1 near the support member 2; the second fitting portion is disposed on the side of the support member 2 near the cover body 1, and is adapted to fit with the first fitting portion. In this embodiment, both the fitting sides of the support member 2 and the cover body 1 have fitting portions suitable for fitting with each other, namely the first fitting portion on the cover body 1 and the second fitting portion on the support member 2, ensuring that the cover body 1 and the support member 2 are tightly fitted together through the fitting portions, thereby facilitating the connection and fixation of the cover body 1 and the support member 2 by means of the connector 3.

[0042] In the above embodiments, on the one hand, the support member 2 can increase the overall height of the cover, thus meeting the needs of cover with different center distances; on the other hand, the support member 2 is provided with a reinforcing structure, which can enhance the overall strength of the cover.

[0043] Support member 2 connects two adjacent cover bodies 1, providing support for both, and is connected to cover body 1 and support member 2 via connector 3. On one hand, support member 2, as a connecting structure between cover bodies 1, can increase the overall height of the cover, thus meeting the needs of cover bodies with different center distances; on the other hand, support member 2 is provided with a reinforcing structure, which can enhance the overall strength of the cover.

[0044] It should be understood that the orientation of the housing body 1 and the fan can be adjusted by increasing or decreasing the number of support components 2. That is, housings of different heights can correspond to motor air supply systems of different heights. Products with different capacity ranges have different corresponding heat exchanger heights. To meet the needs of such scalable products, a split-type combination structure design is adopted. The design is flexible and scalable, which can quickly meet product design requirements and reduce development cycle and cost investment.

[0045] In one embodiment of this utility model, a first connecting hole 12 is formed on the first fitting portion, and a second connecting hole 23 corresponding to the first connecting hole 12 is formed on the second fitting portion. The connector 3 is adapted to pass through the first connecting hole 12 and the second connecting hole 23 in sequence to fasten the cover body 1 and the support member 2. Preferably, the connector 3 can be in the form of a bolt fastener and a nut, which is inserted into the connecting holes on the cover body 1 and the support member 2 in sequence to fix the two together.

[0046] In one embodiment of this utility model, a plurality of first connecting holes 12 are provided along the length direction of the first mating portion, and a gap is formed between adjacent first connecting holes 12 in the height direction of the first mating portion; a plurality of second connecting holes 23 are provided along the length direction of the second mating portion, and a gap is formed between adjacent second connecting holes 23 in the height direction of the second mating portion. Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, multiple first connecting holes 12 and second connecting holes 23 are provided along the length direction of the mating part, and adjacent connecting holes have gaps in the height direction. That is to say, two adjacent connecting parts 3 are located at different height positions in the mating part. The connecting parts 3 adopt a non-collinear unequal height design and a fastening method with unequal axial height layout to form bolt fixing torque, effectively improving the fixing constraint of the two parts and preventing the problem of low fixing reliability caused by easy torsion when the collinear bolts are fixed.

[0047] In one embodiment of this utility model, the first fitting portion includes a first fitting edge 11, which is disposed on the outer edge of the cover body 1 and perpendicular to the plane of the cover body 1; the second fitting portion includes a second fitting edge 22, which is disposed on the outer edge of the support member 2 and perpendicular to the plane of the support member 2. Specifically, the first fitting edge 11 and the second fitting edge 22 are respectively erected on the outer edges of the cover body 1 and the support member 2, that is, perpendicular to the plane of the cover body 1 and the support member 2, thereby ensuring a tight fit between the cover body 1 and the support member 2.

[0048] In one embodiment of this utility model, the cover further includes an overlapping portion, which is disposed on the outer edge of the second fitting portion and extends toward the cover body 1 on the adjacent side, and is adapted to overlap the first fitting portion. In this embodiment, by providing an overlapping portion on the outer edge of the second fitting portion of the support member 2, it overlaps with the first fitting portion on the cover body 1 during the assembly process, which facilitates the positioning and assembly between the cover body 1 and the support member 2.

[0049] In one embodiment of this utility model, the overlapping portion includes an overlapping edge 24, which is perpendicular to the second fitting portion. In this embodiment, the overlapping portion uses an overlapping edge 24 extending perpendicularly from the outer edge of the second fitting edge 22 to overlap the first fitting edge 11. In this embodiment, the support member 2 and its second fitting edge 22 and overlapping edge 24 are integrally formed; the cover and its first fitting edge 11 are integrally formed.

[0050] In one embodiment of this utility model, the reinforcing structure includes: a profiled rib 21, which is disposed on the inner and / or outer side of the support member 2. Preferably, as shown... Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the inner and outer sides of the support member 2 are both processed with profiled ribs 21 to enhance the structural strength of the support member 2.

[0051] This utility model also provides an outdoor unit. The outdoor unit includes the housing described in the above embodiments of this utility model.

[0052] The outdoor unit provided by this utility model has the same advantages as described above because it includes the housing of this utility model.

[0053] This utility model also provides an air conditioner. The air conditioner includes: the housing in the above embodiments of this utility model, or the outdoor unit in the above embodiments of this utility model.

[0054] The air conditioner provided by this utility model has the same advantages as described above because it includes the housing or outdoor unit of this utility model.

[0055] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and not to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A housing, characterized in that, include: Multiple housing bodies (1), each housing body (1) having an air vent (13) and a first fitting portion, and two adjacent housing bodies (1) being adapted to be connected through the first fitting portion; Multiple connectors (3) are used to connect two adjacent housing bodies (1).

2. The housing according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: The support member (2) is disposed between two adjacent housing bodies (1) and has a reinforcing structure and a second fitting part; The second fitting portion is provided on the side of the support member (2) near the cover body (1) and is adapted to fit with the first fitting portion.

3. The housing according to claim 2, characterized in that, A first connecting hole (12) is formed on the first fitting part, and a second connecting hole (23) corresponding to the first connecting hole (12) is formed on the second fitting part. The connector (3) is adapted to pass through the first connecting hole (12) and the second connecting hole (23) in sequence to fasten the cover body (1) and the support member (2).

4. The housing according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first connecting hole (12) is provided in a plurality of ways along the length direction of the first fitting part, and there is a gap between two adjacent first connecting holes (12) in the height direction of the first fitting part; the second connecting hole (23) is provided in a plurality of ways along the length direction of the second fitting part, and there is a gap between two adjacent second connecting holes (23) in the height direction of the second fitting part.

5. The housing according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first bonding portion includes: The first fitting edge (11) is located on the outer edge of the cover body (1) and is perpendicular to the plane of the cover body (1); The second bonding portion includes: The second fitting edge (22) is located on the outer edge of the support member (2) and is perpendicular to the plane of the support member (2).

6. The housing according to any one of claims 2 to 5, characterized in that, Also includes: An overlapping portion is provided on the outer edge of the second fitting portion and extends toward the adjacent side of the cover body (1), and is adapted to overlap the first fitting portion.

7. The housing according to claim 6, characterized in that, The overlapping portion includes: The overlapping edge (24) is perpendicular to the second fitting part.

8. The housing according to any one of claims 2 to 5, characterized in that, The reinforcing structure includes: The profiled rib (21) is provided on the inner and / or outer side of the support member (2).

9. An outdoor unit, characterized in that, include: The housing as described in any one of claims 1 to 8.

10. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: The housing as described in any one of claims 1 to 8, or the outdoor unit as described in claim 9.

Images