Hot water generator
The water heater uses a steam receiving unit and flow separation unit to stabilize the hot water stream by separating steam through a simple structure, reducing space and improving hygiene, addressing the limitations of conventional buffer tanks.
KR102991689B1Active Publication Date: 2026-07-15COWAY CO LTD
Patent Information
- Application Number
- KR1020200071063
- Authority / Receiving Office
- KR · KR
- Patent Type
- Patents
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2020-06-11
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-15
- Estimated Expiration
- 2040-06-11
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Conventional water heaters with buffer tanks for steam separation occupy significant space, have complex structures, high manufacturing costs, and hygiene issues due to non-sealed designs, limiting miniaturization and safety.
Method used
A water heater with a steam receiving unit and flow separation unit using connectors and a steam receiving tube, positioned higher than the outlet, to separate steam from hot water through a simple structure, allowing easy installation adjustment and improved hygiene.
Benefits of technology
Stabilizes the hot water stream, reduces installation space, and enhances hygiene by effectively separating steam from hot water without a bulky buffer tank, preventing splashing and safety hazards.
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Abstract
A water heater is provided, comprising: an inlet for water to flow in and an outlet for water to be heated and discharged, wherein the water flowing from the inlet to the outlet is heated to allow hot water to be discharged through the outlet; an extraction unit for extracting hot water discharged from the outlet of the instantaneous heating device; a steam receiving unit for receiving steam contained in the hot water flowing from the instantaneous heating device to the extraction unit; and a flow separation unit connected to the instantaneous heating device, the extraction unit, and the steam receiving unit so that steam contained in the hot water discharged from the instantaneous heating device flows to the steam receiving unit and the hot water from which the steam has been separated flows to the extraction unit; wherein the steam receiving unit comprises a steam receiving pipe having one end connected to the flow separation unit and a cap member closing the other end of the steam receiving pipe, and a steam receiving space capable of receiving steam is formed inside the steam receiving pipe.
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