Anti-mold tape and air conditioners

Abstract

A known method for spraying antifungal solutions involves mixing an autofluorescent substance into the antifungal solution and spraying it onto a surface requiring antifungal treatment. Simultaneously, light at a wavelength that excites the autofluorescence of the autofluorescent substance is directed towards the surface to identify areas where the antifungal solution has been sprayed. However, the inventors of this invention have noticed that such conventional antifungal solutions are not always user-friendly. More specifically, the inventors have found that applying antifungal solutions by spraying or using a sprayer generally requires outsourcing to a professional, and therefore the antifungal solutions are not always user-friendly. [Solution] The antifungal substance 110 is formed on the surface 120 of the tape substrate, and the back surface 130 of the tape substrate is an antifungal tape 100 that can be attached near the air outlet 210 of the air conditioner 200.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a mold-proof tape for an air conditioner and an air conditioner.

Background Art

[0002] There is known a method of spraying a mold-proof solution mixed with a self-fluorescent substance onto a target surface that requires mold-proof treatment, and irradiating the target surface with light having a wavelength that excites the self-fluorescence of the self-fluorescent substance to identify the sprayed area of the mold-proof solution (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] However, the inventor of the present invention noticed that the usability of such a conventional mold-proof solution is not always good.

[0005] More specifically, the inventor of the present invention noticed that the work of applying the mold-proof solution by spraying with a spray or cleaning with a sprayer generally requires a request to a professional, and the usability of the mold-proof solution is not always good.

[0006] An object of the present invention is to provide a mold-proof tape and an air conditioner that can improve usability in consideration of the above-described conventional problems.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0007] A first aspect of the present invention is a mold-proof substance is formed on the surface of the tape base material, This anti-mold tape is characterized by the fact that the back surface of the tape base material can be applied near the air outlet of an air conditioner.

[0008] The second aspect of the present invention is: The first anti-mold tape of the present invention is characterized in that cuts in at least one of the tape's short direction and its long direction are formed at predetermined intervals.

[0009] The third invention is, The second antifungal tape of the present invention is characterized in that the antifungal substance on the surface of the tape substrate is in direct contact with the air.

[0010] The fourth aspect of the present invention is The third anti-mold tape of the present invention is characterized in that the surface of the tape substrate has an uneven structure.

[0011] The fifth aspect of the present invention is: The fourth anti-mold tape of the present invention is characterized in that the recesses of the aforementioned uneven structure are arranged in such a way that the air blown out from the air outlet temporarily accumulates.

[0012] The sixth aspect of the present invention is This air conditioner is characterized by the presence of an antifungal substance near the air outlet. [Effects of the Invention]

[0013] This invention makes it possible to improve ease of use. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0014] [Figure 1] A schematic perspective view of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] A schematic partial perspective view of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 3] A schematic partial cross-sectional view of the anti-mold tape according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 4](a) Schematic partial plan view (Part 1) of the anti-mold tape of the first modification of the embodiment in the present invention, (b) Schematic partial plan view (Part 2) of the anti-mold tape of the first modification of the embodiment in the present invention, (c) Schematic partial plan view (Part 3) of the anti-mold tape of the first modification of the embodiment in the present invention [Figure 5] Schematic partial cross-sectional view of the anti-mold tape of the modification of the embodiment in the present invention [Figure 6] Schematic enlarged partial cross-sectional view of the anti-mold tape of the modification of the embodiment in the present invention

Mode for Carrying Out the Invention

[0015] The embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail while referring to the drawings.

[0016] The same applies hereinafter, but some components may not be shown in the drawings, or may be shown perspectively or omitted.

[0017] (1) First, referring mainly to FIGS. 1, 2 and 3, the anti-mold tape 100 and the air conditioner 200 of the embodiment in the present invention will be specifically described.

[0018] Here, FIG. 1 is a schematic perspective view of the air conditioner 200 of the embodiment in the present invention, FIG. 2 is a schematic partial perspective view of the air conditioner 200 of the embodiment in the present invention, and FIG. 3 is a schematic partial cross-sectional view of the anti-mold tape 100 of the embodiment in the present invention.

[0019] The anti-mold substance 110 is present in the vicinity of the air outlet 210.

[0020] When heating is performed, the state of the internal space of the indoor unit of the air conditioner 200 is a dry state, so mold hardly grows.

[0021] When air conditioning is in operation, a drop in ambient temperature occurs, accompanied by condensation on the indoor unit side. The cooled air is then sent out into the room as cool air by the operation of the indoor unit's fan. The condensed water is collected as drain water in a waterproof pan inside the indoor unit and discharged outdoors through a hose. The humidity inside the indoor unit is very high, and dust with mold spores can enter the waterproof pan. As a result, mold growth is inevitable not only in the waterproof pan but also on the sirocco fan and fins, leading to unpleasant odors and respiratory problems such as asthma or hypersensitivity pneumonitis.

[0022] Applying antifungal solutions to air conditioners 200 by spraying or using a sprayer to suppress mold growth has been practiced. However, such work generally requires hiring a professional, and the antifungal solutions are not always easy to use.

[0023] As will be explained below, the anti-mold tape 100 is easy to use.

[0024] The antifungal substance 110 is formed on the surface 120 of the tape substrate. In this process, the antifungal substance on the surface of the tape substrate is in direct contact with the air. Alternatively, the antifungal substance 110 may be formed on the surface 120 of the tape substrate by methods other than coating.

[0025] The antifungal substance 110 is a so-called antibacterial, antiviral, and deodorizing substance that is often used in antifungal paints or plaster paints, for example. By applying it to the tape substrate 101 of a vinyl chloride film or a non-vinyl chloride film, a safe antifungal substance 110 that is considered to have no significant adverse effects on the human body can be formed on the surface 120 of the tape substrate.

[0026] The back surface 130 of the tape base material can be attached near the air outlet 210 of the air conditioner 200.

[0027] Preferably, the back surface 130 of the tape base material is attached to the inner surface of the louvers 220 of the air conditioner 200 with adhesive 131 after the release paper 132 has been peeled off. Since the application of the anti-mold tape 100 to the inner surface of the louvers 220 is easy, it is basically unnecessary to request the services of a professional, and the anti-mold tape 100 is easy to use.

[0028] Mold is more likely to grow when the air conditioner is not running in cooling mode, rather than when the fan is rotating and condensation is being generated. This is because when the air conditioner is not running, the louvers 220 are closed, creating a nearly sealed and humid environment inside the indoor unit where the waterproof tray is located. The inner surface of the closed louvers 220 faces this indoor space and forms the inner wall of the indoor space. Therefore, because the anti-mold tape 100 is attached to the inner surface of the louvers 220, even if mold grows on the waterproof tray, it will hardly grow at all around the louvers 220. Through the action of the anti-mold tape 100 in this way, mold growth in the indoor space is suppressed. In other words, the antibacterial, antiviral, and deodorizing effects of the anti-mold substance 110 described above are exerted.

[0029] (2) Next, the anti-mold tape 100 and air conditioner 200 of the embodiment of the present invention will be described in more detail, mainly with reference to Figures 4(a) to 4(c).

[0030] Here, Figures 4(a) to 4(c) are schematic partial plan views (one to three) of modified examples of the anti-mold tape 100 according to the embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] Various configurations can be considered that would improve the usability of the anti-mold tape 100.

[0032] At least one of the cuts 140 in the tape's short direction Da and tape's long direction Db is formed at predetermined intervals.

[0033] Since the shape of the louvers 220 is not uniform and varies from one another depending on the air conditioner manufacturer, for example, it is desirable that cuts 140 are formed in both the short direction Da and the long direction Db of the tape so that cutting for application of the anti-mold tape 100 can be easily performed according to the shape of the inner surface of the louvers 220.

[0034] Because 140 cuts are formed, film cutting does not require a jig such as scissors, and cutting in any shape is easily possible.

[0035] However, you can also use tape without pre-cut lines and cut it with scissors.

[0036] Furthermore, the 220mm air conditioner outlet louvers are compatible with both air conditioner units where the bottom of the louvers opens and units where the top opens.

[0037] (3) Next, the anti-mold tape 100 and air conditioner 200 of the embodiment of the present invention will be described in more detail, mainly with reference to Figures 5 and 6.

[0038] Here, Figure 5 is a schematic partial cross-sectional view of a modified anti-mold tape 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention, and Figure 6 is a schematic enlarged partial cross-sectional view of a modified anti-mold tape 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0039] Even when the cooling operation is in progress, with the fan rotating and condensation occurring, the presence of the anti-mold tape 100 on the airflow path wall from the air outlet 210 suppresses the scattering of mold spores and the spread of unpleasant odors.

[0040] The tape substrate surface 120 has an uneven structure 121.

[0041] Because the tape substrate surface 120 has such a structure, mold spores that are about to be dispersed are efficiently captured by the tape substrate surface 120.

[0042] The recessed portion 121a of the uneven structure 121 is positioned such that the air blown from the air outlet 210 temporarily accumulates there.

[0043] Because the recess 121a is provided in this orientation, mold spores that are about to scatter are more efficiently captured on the tape substrate surface 120.

[0044] Of course, if the antifungal substance 110 is a volatile substance that is considered to have no adverse effects on the human body, it can also be expected to have the effect of killing mold spores when they are dispersed in the air. [Industrial applicability]

[0045] The anti-mold tape and air conditioner in this invention can improve ease of use and are useful for use in anti-mold tapes and air conditioners. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0046] 100 Anti-mold Tapes 101 Tape base material 110 Antifungal substances 120 Tape substrate surface 121 Uneven structure 121a Recess 130 Tape base material back side 131 Adhesive 132 Release paper 140 cuts 200 Air conditioner 210 Air outlet 220 Louvers Da Tape Short Direction Db tape longitudinal direction

Claims

1. An antifungal substance is formed on the surface of the tape substrate. This anti-mold tape features a back surface that allows it to be applied near the air outlet of an air conditioner.

2. The anti-mold tape according to claim 1, characterized in that at least one of the cuts in the short direction and the long direction of the tape is formed at predetermined intervals.

3. The antifungal tape according to claim 2, characterized in that the antifungal substance on the surface of the tape substrate is in direct contact with the air.

4. The anti-mold tape according to claim 3, characterized in that the surface of the tape substrate has an uneven structure.

5. The anti-mold tape according to claim 4, characterized in that the recesses of the uneven structure are arranged in a direction that causes the air blown out from the air outlet to temporarily accumulate.

6. An air conditioner characterized by the presence of an antifungal substance near the air outlet.

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