Air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of air conditioners, comprising: panel component, the length direction of air conditioner is up-down direction, panel component includes front panel, front panel is located in the front side center of air conditioner, and the left and right sides of front panel are respectively equipped with air outlet;And air outlet grille, air outlet grille is equipped in panel component, the left and right sides of front panel are respectively equipped with air outlet grille, air outlet grille is equipped in air outlet and is used for the air outlet of air conditioner, along the airflow passing direction of air outlet grille, the two sides of air outlet grille are respectively inside and outside, and the outside surface of air outlet grille is equipped with decorative layer.According to the air conditioner of the utility model, by setting air outlet grille in air outlet position, switch door can be saved, structure is simplified, cost is reduced, for the case of air outlet on two sides, the air supply range of air conditioner can be increased, and by being equipped with decorative layer on the outside surface of air outlet grille, the two sides of air conditioner can be decorated, and the appearance effect of air conditioner is improved.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] Air conditioners using this technology have a door at the air outlet. When the unit is off, the door closes the air outlet; when the unit is on, the door opens the air outlet to meet airflow requirements. However, the introduction and design of this door not only increases the design complexity of the air conditioner but also raises its development costs. Utility Model Content

[0003] This utility model aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this utility model provides an air conditioner that simplifies air conditioner design and reduces development costs.

[0004] An air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present utility model includes: a panel component, wherein the length direction of the air conditioner is vertical, the panel component includes a front panel located at the center of the front side of the air conditioner, and air outlets are respectively provided on the left and right sides of the front panel; and an air outlet grille, wherein the air outlet grille is provided on the panel component, and the air outlet grille is respectively provided on the left and right sides of the front panel. The air outlet grille is located at the air outlet and is used for air outlet of the air conditioner. Along the airflow direction of the air outlet grille, the two sides of the air outlet grille are respectively the inner side and the outer side, and the outer surface of the air outlet grille is provided with a decorative layer.

[0005] According to the present invention, by setting an air outlet grille at the air outlet position, the opening and closing of the door can be eliminated, the structure can be simplified and the cost can be reduced. For the case of air outlets on both sides, the air supply range of the air conditioner can be increased. Furthermore, by providing a decorative layer on the outer surface of the air outlet grille, the two sides of the air conditioner can be decorated, thereby improving the appearance of the air conditioner.

[0006] In some embodiments, the length direction of the air outlet grille is the vertical direction, the air outlet grille includes vertical bars, the vertical bars extend in the vertical direction and extend from the upper end of the air outlet grille to the lower end of the air outlet grille, there are multiple vertical bars and they are spaced apart along the width direction of the air outlet grille, and the decorative layer is disposed on the outer surface of the vertical bars.

[0007] In some embodiments, the air vent grille includes a shaped grille body, the grille body including the vertical grille bars and connecting bars, the connecting bars being used to connect a plurality of the vertical grille bars, and the outer surface of the vertical grille bars protruding outward relative to the outer surface of the connecting bars.

[0008] In some embodiments, the connecting strip includes horizontal gratings that extend along the width of the air outlet grille and are multiple in number spaced apart in the vertical direction. Each horizontal grating intersects with one of the multiple vertical gratings to form a grille hole between the horizontal gratings and the vertical gratings.

[0009] In some embodiments, the ratio of the spacing between adjacent horizontal bars to the spacing between adjacent vertical bars is greater than or equal to 2; and / or, the grid body is an integrally injection-molded plastic part.

[0010] In some embodiments, the ratio of the length of the air outlet grille in the vertical direction to the length of the air conditioner in the vertical direction is 0.5-0.9; and / or, the upper and lower ends of the air outlet grille are flush with the upper and lower ends of the front panel, respectively.

[0011] In some embodiments, the decorative layer includes at least one of the following: hot stamping foil layer, heat transfer layer, UV screen printing layer, UV oil layer, vacuum evaporation layer, screen printing color layer, and offset printing layer.

[0012] In some embodiments, the decorative layer is a hot stamping layer, wherein the hot stamping layer is a foil layer made of metal foil and / or a metal-effect layer.

[0013] In some embodiments, the panel component includes a panel bracket, the air outlet is formed on the panel bracket, the air outlet grille is detachably mounted on the panel bracket, and the front panel is mounted on the front side of the panel bracket; and / or, the ratio of the width of the front panel in the left-right direction to the width of the air conditioner in the left-right direction is 0.3-0.9.

[0014] In some embodiments, the air conditioner further includes a duct component, which includes a duct element and a fan wheel. The fan wheel is a cross-flow fan wheel with its axis extending in the vertical direction. The duct element defines an air outlet duct. The duct includes a volute section and an air outlet section. The cross-flow fan wheel is disposed in the volute section. The two air outlet sections extend from the outlet of the volute section toward the air outlets on the left and right sides, respectively, so that the duct is connected to the air outlets on both sides.

[0015] 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

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of an air conditioner according to some embodiments of the present utility model; Figure 2 It is based on Figure 1 The example shown is a cross-sectional view of section AA. Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of an air conditioner according to other embodiments of the present invention; Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the panel support and air outlet grille according to some embodiments of the present invention; Figure 5 This is a structural schematic diagram of the air outlet grille according to some embodiments of the present utility model; Figure 6 It is based on Figure 4 A magnified view of region B in the example shown.

[0018] Figure label: Air conditioner 100; Panel component 1; front panel 11; air outlet 1a; panel bracket 12; Air vent grille 2; decorative layer 2a; grille body 21; Vertical grid bar 211; outer surface 211a of vertical grid bar 211; Connecting bar 212; outer surface 212a of connecting bar 212; Horizontal bars 2121; Grille holes 22; Air duct component 3; air duct component 31; air duct 311; volute section 311a; air outlet section 311b; impeller 32. Detailed Implementation

[0019] 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 intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0020] 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.

[0021] Hereinafter, with reference to the accompanying drawings, an air conditioner 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0022] like Figure 1 As shown, the air conditioner 100 includes a panel component 1 and an air outlet grille 2. The length direction of the air conditioner 100 is vertical. The panel component 1 includes a front panel 11, which is located at the center of the front side of the air conditioner 100. Air outlets 1a are respectively provided on the left and right sides of the front panel 11. The air outlet grille 2 is provided on the panel component 1, and air outlet grilles 2 are respectively provided on the left and right sides of the front panel 11. The air outlet grilles 2 are located at the air outlets 1a and are used for air outlets of the air conditioner 100. Along the airflow direction of the air outlet grille 2, the two sides of the air outlet grille 2 are the inner side and the outer side, respectively. A decorative layer 2a is provided on the outer surface of the air outlet grille 2.

[0023] The length of the air conditioner 100 is vertical. The panel component 1 includes a front panel 11 located at the center of the front side of the air conditioner 100, which defines the front appearance of the air conditioner 100. Air outlets 1a are provided on the left and right sides of the front panel 11. This relatively symmetrical and regular layout makes the overall appearance of the air conditioner 100 more harmonious.

[0024] The air conditioner 100 can supply air from two air outlets 1a on the left and right sides, thereby increasing the air supply range of the air conditioner 100 in the left and right directions. The length direction of the front panel 11 is also vertical, and the air outlets 1a located on the left and right sides of the front panel 11 have a large extension space in the vertical direction. The size of the air outlets 1a in the vertical direction can be designed to be larger, thereby increasing the air supply range of the air conditioner 100 in the vertical direction.

[0025] There are two air vent grilles 2, which are respectively located on the left and right sides of the front panel 11. The air vent grilles 2 are located at the air outlet 1a and are used for the air outlet of the air conditioner 100. Optionally, such as Figure 2 As shown, the air outlet grille 2 is located at the air outlet 1a but does not completely cover the entire air outlet 1a. Part of the airflow from the air outlet 1a passes through the air outlet grille 2, while another part of the airflow flows directly out of the air outlet 1a. Alternatively, as shown... Figure 3 As shown, the air outlet grille 2 completely covers the air outlet 1a, and the airflow from the air outlet 1a flows out through the air outlet grille 2. This can be selected according to actual needs.

[0026] The airflow from the air outlet 1a can flow out through the air outlet grille 2. By setting the air outlet grille 2, the airflow can be sorted out, thereby improving the air outlet effect of the air conditioner 100.

[0027] For example, the air outlet grille 2 on the left side is tilted to the left, so that the airflow from the air outlet 1a on the left side can be guided to the left by the air outlet grille 2, and the air outlet grille 2 on the right side is tilted to the right, so that the airflow from the air outlet 1a on the right side can be guided to the right by the air outlet grille 2, thereby increasing the air supply coverage of the air conditioner 100 in the left and right directions.

[0028] For example, the air outlet grille 2 on the right side is tilted to the left, so that the airflow from the air outlet 1a on the right side can be directed to the left by the air outlet grille 2 on the right side, thereby directing the airflow to the front of the air conditioner 100; the air outlet grille 2 on the left side is tilted to the right, so that the airflow from the air outlet 1a on the left side can be directed to the right by the air outlet grille 2 on the left side, thereby directing the airflow to the front of the air conditioner 100, effectively enhancing the airflow intensity in front of the air conditioner 100 and improving the user experience.

[0029] Therefore, by setting the air outlet grille 2, the airflow guidance effect can be improved, the air outlet effect of the air conditioner 100 can be improved, and compared with setting a moving air guide plate at the air outlet 1a, the air outlet grille 2 does not need to be driven by a drive device, which can reduce energy consumption.

[0030] Furthermore, the air vent grille 2 also prevents users from directly inserting their hands into the air conditioner 100 through the air vent 1a, thus providing protection.

[0031] Along the direction of airflow, the two sides of the air outlet grille 2 are the inner and outer sides, respectively. When the airflow passes through the air outlet grille 2, it flows from the inner side to the outer side, and the outer surface of the air outlet grille 2 also participates in defining the outer appearance of the air conditioner 100.

[0032] In the embodiments of this utility model, a decorative layer 2a is provided on the outer surface of the air outlet grille 2. The decorative layer 2a can be a layered structure with certain functions and / or decorations provided on the outer surface of the air outlet grille 2. For example, the decorative layer 2a can be a plastic part, a metal part, etc.

[0033] The decorative layer 2a can be disposed on the outer surface of the air outlet grille 2 in any way. For example, it can be combined with the outer surface of the air outlet grille 2 by spraying, electroplating, vapor deposition, pasting, bonding, hot pressing, magnetic attraction, hot foil stamping, screen printing, offset printing, etc. Of course, the decorative layer 2a can be a single layer structure or a composite layer structure.

[0034] The decorative layer 2a can be set to different colors, textures or patterns on the air outlet grille 2 to achieve a multi-layered visual effect. At the same time, it avoids covering the airflow passage of the air outlet grille 2, making the overall appearance of the air conditioner 100 more beautiful. It can also enhance the weather resistance (such as UV resistance and temperature difference resistance) and corrosion resistance of the outer surface of the air outlet grille 2 according to the material selection of the decorative layer 2a.

[0035] According to the embodiment of the present utility model, the air conditioner 100 has air outlet grilles on both sides of the air outlet position. In the absence of special requirements, the door can be eliminated, the structure can be simplified and the cost can be reduced. By providing a decorative layer 2a on the outer surface of the air outlet grille 2, the design can be carried out as needed to improve the appearance of the air conditioner 100.

[0036] For example, the air outlet grille 10 remains fixed whether the air conditioner 100 is turned on or off. By providing a decorative layer 10b on the air outlet grille 10, the appearance of the air conditioner 100 can be improved. However, this application is not limited to this. In other embodiments of this application, the air outlet grille 10 can also be made movable, which will not be elaborated here.

[0037] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, the length direction of the air outlet grille 2 is the vertical direction. The air outlet grille 2 includes vertical grille bars 211. The vertical grille bars 211 extend in the vertical direction and extend from the upper end of the air outlet grille 2 to the lower end of the air outlet grille 2. There are multiple vertical grille bars 211, which are spaced apart along the width direction of the air outlet grille 2. The decorative layer 2a is provided on the outer surface 211a of the vertical grille bars 211.

[0038] The length direction of the front panel 11 is vertical, and the air outlets 1a located on the left and right sides of the front panel 11 can also extend vertically. The length direction of the air outlets 1a is also vertical, and the length direction of the air outlet grille 2 is also vertical. The air outlet grille 2 and the air outlet 1a have a high degree of fit.

[0039] The air vent grille 2 includes vertical slats 211 extending vertically from the top to the bottom of the air vent grille 2, covering the entire area of ​​the air vent grille 2 in the vertical direction. Since the vertical direction is the length direction of the air vent grille 2, placing the decorative layer 2a on the outer surface 211a of the vertical slats 211 increases the coverage of the decorative layer 2a and enhances the visual appeal of the vertical slats 211.

[0040] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the air vent grille 2 includes a molded grille body 21. The grille body 21 includes vertical grille bars 211 and connecting bars 212. The connecting bars 212 are used to connect multiple vertical grille bars 211. The outer surface 211a of the vertical grille bars 211 protrudes outward relative to the outer surface 212a of the connecting bars 212. Exemplarily, because the decorative layer 2a is relatively thin, it is shown overlapping the outer surface of the grille body 21 in the figures.

[0041] The vertical bars 211 extend in the vertical direction, and the connecting strips 212 connect multiple vertical bars 211, which can improve the structural stability of the grille body 21; and the connection method of the connecting strips 212 and the vertical bars 211 can further prevent users from directly inserting their hands into the air conditioner 100 through the air outlet 1a, thus improving the protection effect.

[0042] The vertical grille bars 211 and connecting bars 212 are integrally formed, which improves the overall integrity and structural strength of the grille body 21, making it less prone to deformation and damage, and extending the service life of the air outlet grille 2. The method of integral forming is not limited; for example, it can be injection molding, die casting, etc. When the air outlet grille 2 is made of non-metallic material, the integral connection of the vertical grille bars 211 and connecting bars 212 can be achieved using injection molding. For example, the vertical grille bars 211 and connecting bars 212 can be integrally injection molded, or one can be pre-processed and then the other can be processed by embedding injection molding to achieve the integral connection of the vertical grille bars 211 and connecting bars 212.

[0043] Combination Figure 6The outer surface 211a of the vertical grille 211 protrudes outward relative to the outer surface 212a of the connecting strip 212, meaning the vertical grille 211 is closer to the user. This allows the decorative layer 2a to be processed only on the outer surface 211a of the vertical grille 211, enabling the overall visual design of the air outlet grille 2 to be dominated by the vertical grille 211. The extension direction of the vertical grille 211 is consistent with the length direction of the main body of the air conditioner 100, thus creating a sense of vertical visual extension and enhancing the vertical stretching visual effect of the space. This also reduces the clutter caused by the connection between the vertical grille 211 and the connecting strip 212. At the same time, since the decorative layer 2a is only provided on the outer surface 211a of the protruding vertical grille 211, the processing cost is low, and it is easy to achieve diverse appearances, such as high gloss, brushed, or imitation metallic textures, enhancing the texture of the air conditioner 100.

[0044] Optionally, the outer surface 211a of the vertical grille 211 protrudes forward relative to the front panel 11, making the appearance of the air vent grille 2 more prominent; or, alternatively, the outer surface 211a of the vertical grille 211 is flush with the front panel 11, while the connecting strip 212 is recessed backward relative to the front panel 11, making the vertical grille 211 of the air vent grille 2 more prominent and improving the overall appearance of the front side of the air conditioner 100.

[0045] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the connecting strip 212 includes horizontal grille 2121, which extends along the width direction of the air outlet grille 2 and consists of multiple horizontal grille 2121 spaced apart in the vertical direction. Each horizontal grille 2121 intersects with multiple vertical grille 211 to form a grille hole 22 between the horizontal grille 2121 and the vertical grille 211.

[0046] Horizontal slats 2121 extend along the width of the grille body 21, and multiple horizontal slats 2121 are connected to vertical slats 211, which can improve the structural stability of the grille body 21. The horizontal slats 2121 and vertical slats 211 intersect to form grille holes 22. Airflow flows out of the air outlet grille 2 through the grille holes 22. The grille holes 22 are rectangular, thereby enhancing the aesthetics and airflow guiding effect of the air outlet grille 2.

[0047] In some embodiments, the grille body 21 is a one-piece injection-molded plastic part, for example, the vertical grille bars 211 and the horizontal grille bars 2121 are one-piece injection-molded plastic parts, thereby reducing costs and weight. Exemplarily, the grille body 21 is a one-piece injection-molded plastic part, and a decorative layer 2b is provided, thereby achieving the desired appearance effect while reducing costs.

[0048] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 6As shown, the ratio of the spacing L1 between adjacent horizontal bars 2121 to the spacing L2 between adjacent vertical bars 211 is greater than or equal to 2.

[0049] The spacing L1 between adjacent horizontal slats 2121 is at least twice the spacing L2 between adjacent vertical slats 211. Therefore, the arrangement of the vertical slats 211 is more dense. Since the length of the vertical slats 211 is already greater than their width in the air outlet grille 2, the outer surface 211a of the vertical slats 211 has a larger area. By placing the decorative layer 2a on the outer surface 211a of the vertical slats 211, the coverage area of ​​the decorative layer 2a can be increased, improving its visual effect and the weather resistance or corrosion resistance of the air outlet grille 2.

[0050] Optionally, the ratio of the spacing L1 between adjacent horizontal bars 2121 to the spacing L2 between adjacent vertical bars 211 is 2, 2.5, 3, 3.3 or 4, etc.

[0051] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 1 As shown, the ratio of the length L3 of the air outlet grille 2 in the vertical direction to the length L4 of the air conditioner 100 in the vertical direction is 0.5-0.9.

[0052] Therefore, the air outlet grille 2 occupies a relatively large portion of the overall size of the air conditioner 100, and has a large effective air outlet area. This allows for smoother and more abundant airflow through the grille 2, thereby improving the air outlet efficiency of the air conditioner 100. This enables faster adjustment of indoor temperature, enhancing user comfort, and also makes the airflow from the air conditioner 100 gentler, improving airflow uniformity and coverage. Furthermore, by providing a decorative layer 2a on the outer surface of the air outlet grille 2, the coverage area of ​​the decorative layer 2a can be increased, enhancing its visual appeal and improving the weather resistance and corrosion resistance of the air conditioner 100.

[0053] Optionally, the ratio of the length L3 of the air outlet grille 2 in the vertical direction to the length L4 of the air conditioner 100 in the vertical direction can be 0.5, 0.6, 0.7, 0.8 or 0.9, etc.

[0054] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 1 As shown, the upper and lower ends of the air vent grille 2 are flush with the upper and lower ends of the front panel 11, respectively.

[0055] It can improve the overall integrity of the air outlet grille 2 and the front panel 11. Since the air outlet grille 2 occupies a large portion of the overall size of the air conditioner 100, by setting a decorative layer 2a on the outer side of the air outlet grille 2, the coverage of the decorative layer 2a can be increased, the visual effect of the decorative layer 2a can be improved, and the weather resistance or corrosion resistance of the air conditioner 100 can be improved.

[0056] For example, the decorative layer 2a includes at least one of the following: hot foil layer, heat transfer layer, UV screen printing layer, UV oil layer, vacuum evaporation layer, screen printing color layer, and offset printing layer.

[0057] The decorative layer 2a can be a single-layer structure or a multi-layer composite structure, and can achieve rich visual effects and texture through different process combinations.

[0058] For example, hot stamping is a decorative printing technique that transfers foil (such as metallic foil or colored foil) onto the surface of a substrate using heat and pressure. The foil layer can be made of metallic or non-metallic materials. Metallic foils, on the other hand, are primarily composed of metals (aluminum, copper, etc.), and the metal layer is deposited onto a base film via vacuum evaporation. Common examples include gold foil, silver foil, and copper foil, which produce a pure metallic luster. Non-metallic foils, lacking metallic components, rely on coatings to achieve decorative effects. These include colored foils (solid colors, gradients, pearlescent coatings), holographic foils (laser coatings with D / iridescent effects), and matte foils (frosted coatings), thus achieving a metallic or special texture (including matte, frosted, brushed, pearlescent, fluorescent, etc.). Depending on the form of the outer surface of the air outlet grille 2 (for example, the outer surface of the air outlet grille 2 is located in the same plane, or the outer surface is located on a cylindrical surface whose axis extends along the length direction of the air outlet grille 2), hot foil processes such as flat ironing, rolling ironing, and cold ironing can be selected to place the hot foil layer on the outer surface of the air outlet grille 2 to achieve an overall visual unity or a local embellishment effect.

[0059] For example, the decorative layer 2a can be a heat transfer layer, which utilizes the metal coating on the heat transfer film to transfer to the outer surface of the air outlet grille 2 by hot pressing.

[0060] For example, the decorative layer 2a can be a UV screen printing layer, in which UV ink containing a photosensitive agent is transferred to the outer surface of the air outlet grille 2 by screen printing technology, and then cured by ultraviolet light to form a coating with special visual effects and functions.

[0061] For example, the decorative layer 2a can be a UV oil layer, which forms a high-gloss or matte protective layer on the outer surface of the air vent grille 2 through a UV curing process.

[0062] For example, the decorative layer 2a can be a vacuum evaporation layer, in which metal or non-metal materials are evaporated and adhered to the surface of the air outlet grille 2 in a high vacuum environment using physical vapor deposition technology to form a dense and uniform decorative film layer. Alternatively, the decorative layer 2a can be a screen-printed color layer, in which different colored inks are superimposed through multiple screen printing processes to transfer the pattern to the outer surface of the air outlet grille 2.

[0063] For example, the decorative layer 2a can be an offset printing layer, in which the pattern is directly printed onto the outer surface of the air vent grille 2 using an offset printing process.

[0064] In the above technical solution, the decorative layer 2a can be any combination of the above processes to form a multi-layer composite structure, so as to achieve more complex patterns, color gradients and three-dimensional textures, and improve the weather resistance, wear resistance and adhesion of the decorative layer 2a. For example, a metallic base color can be formed by vacuum evaporation first, and then UV screen printing can be combined to achieve local high-gloss patterns, etc., to achieve a multi-layered and multi-process synergistic decorative effect, making the product appearance more layered and technological.

[0065] For example, decorative layer 2a is a hot stamping layer, wherein the hot stamping layer is a foil layer made of metal foil and / or a metal-effect layer.

[0066] Among them, the imitation metal effect layer is a decorative layer 2a that is made by physical or chemical processes to make the surface of non-metallic or metallic substrates present a similar metallic luster, texture and color. The imitation metal effect means that the decorative layer 2a has the characteristics of strong reflectivity (with the "mirror reflection" or "soft metallic reflection" unique to metal) and heavy texture.

[0067] It's worth noting that achieving a metallic effect with hot stamping doesn't necessarily require metal foil. Metal foil, non-metal foil, or other auxiliary processes can all be used. For example, non-metal foil (metallic coating) can simulate metallic luster by adding metallic pigments (such as aluminum or copper powder) to the foil coating. Other auxiliary processes can also be employed, such as applying a layer of high-gloss UV varnish after hot stamping on non-metal foil, which enhances the gloss of the metallic finish and further replicates the texture of metal foil.

[0068] In the above technical solution, the decorative layer 2a is a hot-stamping layer, which can increase the gloss of the outer surface of the air vent grille 2, giving it a metallic texture and enhancing its visual appeal, thereby improving the user experience. The air vent grille 2 can be manufactured using non-technical materials, thus reducing its production cost. Simultaneously, the hot-stamping layer effectively resists scratches and environmental aging during daily use, and also enhances the weather resistance (such as UV resistance and temperature difference resistance) and corrosion resistance of the outer surface of the air vent grille 2.

[0069] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 4 As shown, panel component 1 includes panel bracket 12, air outlet 1a is formed on panel bracket 12, air outlet grille 2 is detachably mounted on panel bracket 12, and front panel 11 is mounted on the front side of panel bracket 12. The detachable connection method is not limited; for example, it can be snap-fit, screw connection, or connection via a quick-release structure, etc.

[0070] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 1As shown, the ratio of the width L5 of the front panel 11 in the left-right direction to the width L6 of the air conditioner 100 in the left-right direction is 0.3-0.9, for example, 0.3, 0.4, 0.5, 0.6, 0.7, 0.8 or 0.9, etc.

[0071] The front panel 11 is mounted on the front side of the panel bracket 12. The air outlet 1a is formed on the panel bracket 12 and located on the left and right sides of the mounting location of the front panel 11. The air outlet grille 2 is detachably mounted on the panel bracket 12, which facilitates cleaning and maintenance of the air outlet grille 2.

[0072] Optionally, the width of the front panel 11 in the left-right direction is 0.3 to the width of the air conditioner 100 in the left-right direction. The front panel 11 occupies a smaller area on the front side of the air conditioner 100, so that the air outlet 1a can occupy a larger area in the left-right direction of the air conditioner 100, thereby improving the air supply coverage of the air conditioner 100 in the left-right direction.

[0073] Alternatively, the width of the front panel 11 in the left-right direction is 0.9 to the width of the air conditioner 100 in the left-right direction. The front panel 11 occupies a large area on the front side of the air conditioner 100, and the air outlet 1a is located in the middle of the left-right direction away from the panel component 1, which can improve the overall appearance of the front side of the air conditioner 100.

[0074] Therefore, the ratio of the width L5 of the front panel 11 in the left-right direction to the width L6 of the air conditioner 100 in the left-right direction can be 0.3-0.9, and can be selected according to actual needs.

[0075] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 2 As shown, the air conditioner 100 also includes a duct component 3, which includes a duct element 31 and a fan wheel 32. The fan wheel 32 is a cross-flow fan wheel whose axis extends in the vertical direction. The duct element 31 defines an air duct 311. The air duct 311 includes a volute section 311a and an air outlet section 311b. The cross-flow fan wheel 32 is located in the volute section 311a. The two air outlet sections 311b extend from the outlet of the volute section 311a toward the air outlets 1a on the left and right sides, respectively, so that the air duct 311 is connected to the air outlets 1a on both sides.

[0076] The air duct component 31 is used to supply airflow, and the impeller 32 is used to provide the airflow. The impeller 32 is disposed inside the air duct component 31. The impeller 32 can drive the airflow from the outside of the air conditioner 100 to flow in, and can also drive the heat-exchanged airflow to flow into the air duct 311 of the air duct component 31. Then, the heat-exchanged airflow can flow from the volute section 311a to the two air outlet sections 311b respectively, and then flow out along the two air outlets 1a at the air outlet end.

[0077] Therefore, the air conditioner 100 has a simple structure, is easy to manufacture, has good air output, and only requires one fan wheel 32, which can reduce cost and weight.

[0078] Other components of the air conditioner according to the embodiments of the present invention, such as the cross-flow fan and its operation, are known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here.

[0079] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0080] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0081] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., 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, an electrical connection, or a communication 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. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0082] In this 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.

[0083] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "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. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0084] 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. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: The panel component, the length direction of the air conditioner is vertical, the panel component includes a front panel, the front panel is located at the center of the front side of the air conditioner, and air outlets are respectively provided on the left and right sides of the front panel; and An air vent grille is provided on the panel component. The air vent grille is provided on the left and right sides of the front panel. The air vent grille is located at the air outlet and is used for the air outlet of the air conditioner. Along the airflow direction of the air vent grille, the two sides of the air vent grille are the inner side and the outer side, respectively. The outer surface of the air vent grille is provided with a decorative layer.

2. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The length direction of the air outlet grille is vertical, the air outlet grille includes vertical bars, the vertical bars extend vertically from the upper end of the air outlet grille to the lower end of the air outlet grille, there are multiple vertical bars and they are spaced apart along the width direction of the air outlet grille, and the decorative layer is provided on the outer surface of the vertical bars.

3. The air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that, The air outlet grille includes a molded grille body, the grille body includes vertical grille bars and connecting bars, the connecting bars are used to connect multiple vertical grille bars, and the outer surface of the vertical grille bars protrudes outward relative to the outer surface of the connecting bars.

4. The air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized in that, The connecting strip includes horizontal gratings that extend along the width of the air outlet grille and are arranged in multiples at intervals in the vertical direction. Each horizontal grating intersects with multiple vertical gratings to form a grille hole between the horizontal and vertical gratings.

5. The air conditioner according to claim 4, characterized in that, The ratio of the spacing between adjacent horizontal bars to the spacing between adjacent vertical bars is greater than or equal to 2; and / or, the grid body is an integrally injection-molded plastic part.

6. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ratio of the length of the air outlet grille in the vertical direction to the length of the air conditioner in the vertical direction is 0.5-0.9; and / or, the upper and lower ends of the air outlet grille are flush with the upper and lower ends of the front panel, respectively.

7. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The decorative layer includes at least one of the following: hot foil layer, heat transfer layer, UV screen printing layer, UV oil layer, vacuum evaporation layer, screen printing color layer, and offset printing layer.

8. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The decorative layer is a hot stamping layer, wherein the hot stamping layer is a foil layer made of metal foil and / or a metal-effect layer.

9. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The panel component includes a panel bracket, the air outlet is formed on the panel bracket, the air outlet grille is detachably mounted on the panel bracket, and the front panel is mounted on the front side of the panel bracket; and / or, the ratio of the width of the front panel in the left-right direction to the width of the air conditioner in the left-right direction is 0.3-0.

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10. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The air conditioner also includes an air duct component, which includes an air duct element and a fan wheel. The fan wheel is a cross-flow fan wheel with its axis extending in the vertical direction. The air duct element defines an air outlet duct. The air duct includes a volute section and an air outlet section. The cross-flow fan wheel is disposed in the volute section. The two air outlet sections extend from the outlet of the volute section toward the air outlets on the left and right sides, respectively, so that the air duct is connected to the air outlets on both sides.

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