Water temperature regulating device, hot water device and heating system

By using a temperature sensing element in the water temperature regulating device to divide the cold water path and adjust the flow rate through the adjustment part, the problems of limited temperature adjustment range and scale accumulation in the prior art are solved, and a wider temperature adjustment range and higher accuracy of the water outlet temperature are achieved.

CN109812617BActive Publication Date: 2025-06-27A O SMITH (CHINA) WATER HEATER CO LTD
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Application Number
CN201711174338.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2017-11-22
Publication Date
2025-06-27
Estimated Expiration
2037-11-22

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Technical Problem

The existing water temperature regulating device can only adjust the opening of the cold water path or hot water path, resulting in limited temperature adjustment range, and the accumulation of high-temperature scale in the hot water path leads to insufficient accuracy in the outlet temperature.

Method used

A water temperature regulating device is designed to sense temperature changes through the temperature sensing element, divide the outlet end of the cold water inlet path to form a first cold water path and a second cold water path, and adjust the flow rate and proportion of both through the adjustment part, thereby simultaneously adjusting the flow rate and proportion of the cold water and hot water in the water mixing path.

Benefits of technology

A wider temperature adjustment range is achieved, the problem of scale accumulation is avoided, the structure and control principle are simplified, and the accuracy of the effluent temperature is improved.

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Abstract

Embodiments of the present application disclose a water temperature regulating device, a hot water device, and a heating system. Among them, the water temperature regulating device includes: a valve body, including a hot water path, a cold water inlet path, and a mixing path; the mixing path can be communicated with the hot water path; a temperature sensing and regulating mechanism, including a temperature sensing element and a regulating part, the temperature sensing element senses temperature changes and drives the regulating part to move to divide the water outlet end of the cold water inlet path into a first cold water path that can be communicated with the mixing path and a second cold water path that can be communicated with the outside of the valve body. The temperature regulation range of this water temperature regulating device is relatively wide.
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Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of water treatment, and particularly to a water temperature regulating device, a hot water device, and a heating system. Background Art

[0002] In the prior art, some water heating mechanisms can be provided with a water temperature regulating device to make the temperature of the water output therefrom meet the preset requirements.

[0003] The water temperature regulating device includes a cold water path, a hot water path, and a mixing path. Among them, the cold water path and the hot water path are respectively communicated with the mixing path, so that cold water and hot water can be respectively guided into the mixing path. At present, some water temperature regulating devices can adjust the opening degree of the cold water path or the hot water path, so as to adjust the water temperature of the mixing path. However, since such a water temperature regulating device only adjusts the opening degree of one of them, the adjustment range of the water temperature regulating device will be limited. For example, the flow rate of the hot water path of the water temperature regulating device is 1.5 L / min, the adjustable range of the flow rate of the cold water path is between 0 and 1.75 L / min, and the preset temperature of the water temperature regulating device is 45 °C. If the temperature in the hot water path is 80 °C and the temperature in the cold water path is 18 °C, even when the flow rate of the cold water path is adjusted to the maximum value (i.e., 1.75 L / min), the temperature of the outlet water cannot meet the preset requirements. At present, some other water temperature regulating devices can simultaneously adjust the flow rates of the hot water path and the cold water path. In this case, it is necessary to provide an element in the hot water path that can adjust the opening degree of the hot water path. However, since the water temperature in the hot water path is relatively high, scale is likely to be generated in the element in the hot water path, resulting in inaccurate outlet water temperature of the water temperature regulating device, and even the failure of temperature adjustment due to the blockage of the hot water regulating opening caused by the accumulation of scale. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In order to overcome the above-mentioned defects of the prior art, the technical problem to be solved by the present application is to provide a water temperature regulating device, a hot water device, and a heating system, which can solve at least one of the above-mentioned technical problems.

[0005] The specific technical solution of the present application is: A water temperature regulating device, comprising:

[0006] A valve body, including a hot water path, a cold water inlet path, and a mixing path; the mixing path can be communicated with the hot water path;

[0007] A temperature sensing and regulating mechanism, including a temperature sensing element and a regulating part. The temperature sensing element senses the temperature change and deforms itself, driving the regulating part to move, so as to divide the outlet end of the cold water inlet path into a first cold water path that can be communicated with the mixing path and a second cold water path that can be communicated with the outside of the valve body.

[0008] Further, the adjusting part is formed by the temperature sensing element or a part thereof; or is connected to the temperature sensing element.

[0009] Further, the temperature sensing element is arranged in the hot water path and / or the mixing water path.

[0010] Further, the temperature sensing and adjusting mechanism further includes a motor connected to the adjusting part, and the motor drives the adjusting part to move according to the temperature change sensed by the temperature sensing element.

[0011] Further, the valve body is provided with a hot water inlet, a mixing water outlet, a cold water inlet, and a cold water outlet;

[0012] The water inlet end of the cold water inlet path is communicated with the cold water inlet; the water outlet end of the second cold water path is communicated with the cold water outlet; the water inlet end of the hot water path is communicated with the hot water inlet; the water outlet end of the mixing water path is communicated with the mixing water outlet.

[0013] Further, a cold water inlet for forming the first cold water path is further provided in the valve body, and the adjusting part is cooperatively installed with the cold water inlet and the cold water outlet for adjusting the opening sizes of the cold water inlet and the cold water outlet.

[0014] Further, the valve body includes a first pipe body for accommodating and positioning the temperature sensing element, and the adjusting part is cooperatively installed with the first pipe body.

[0015] Further, the mixing water path is arranged in the first pipe body, a cold water inlet for forming the first cold water path is provided on the first pipe body, and the adjusting part is cooperatively installed with the cold water inlet and can adjust the opening size of the cold water inlet.

[0016] Further, the mixing water path is arranged in the first pipe body, the first pipe body and the adjusting part cooperatively form the cold water inlet of the first cold water path, and the adjusting part can adjust the opening size of the cold water inlet.

[0017] Further, the valve body includes a second pipe body sleeved outside the first pipe body; the cold water outlet is arranged on the second pipe body, and the adjusting part is cooperatively installed with the cold water outlet and adjusts the opening size of the cold water outlet.

[0018] Further, the valve body includes a second pipe body sleeved outside the first pipe body; the cold water outlet is formed by the cooperation of the second pipe body and the adjusting part; or the cold water outlet is formed by the cooperation of the first pipe body and the adjusting part, and the adjusting part adjusts the opening size of the cold water outlet.

[0019] Further, the cold water inlet path includes a gap space formed between the first pipe body and the second pipe body.

[0020] Further, the adjusting part has a flow channel for communicating the hot water path and the mixed water path.

[0021] Further, one end of the adjusting part is cooperatively installed with the first pipe body; the other end of the adjusting part extends out of the first pipe body, and the adjusting part includes a sealing part that cooperates with and seals the inner wall of the second pipe body, and the sealing part is used to isolate the hot water path and the second cold water path.

[0022] Further, the sum of the flow rates of the first cold water path and the second cold water path is equal to the flow rate of the cold water inlet path.

[0023] Further, the temperature sensing element includes a thermosensitive spring or a thermosensitive metal or a paraffin wax package.

[0024] The present application also provides a hot water device, including a heating device and the water temperature adjusting device as described above. The hot water outlet part of the heating device is connected to the hot water inlet of the water temperature adjusting device, and the cold water inlet part of the heating device is connected to the cold water outlet of the water temperature adjusting device.

[0025] Further, the heating device is a storage water heater or an instant water heater.

[0026] Further, the heating device includes an inner tank, and the first pipe body and the second pipe body of the water temperature adjusting device extend into the inner tank from outside the inner tank, and both the hot water inlet and the cold water outlet of the water temperature adjusting device can communicate with the inner tank.

[0027] Further, the water temperature adjusting device further includes a knob capable of driving the first pipe body to move relative to the second pipe body.

[0028] The present application also provides a heating system, including: a heating device, a water inlet mechanism, and a water temperature adjusting mechanism; the water inlet mechanism can communicate with the water inlet part of the heating device and the cold water inlet of the water temperature adjusting mechanism, the water outlet part of the heating device is communicated with the hot water inlet of the water temperature adjusting mechanism, the water temperature adjusting mechanism includes a temperature sensing element and an adjusting part connected to the temperature sensing element, and the temperature sensing element can cause the adjusting part to move based on the temperature of the water passing through it, so as to adjust the flow rate of the water inlet mechanism entering the heating device and the flow rate entering the water temperature adjusting mechanism.

[0029] The present application also provides a hot water device, and the temperature sensing element is arranged in the mixing chamber of the water temperature adjusting mechanism or the water outlet part of the heating device or the part between the mixing chamber of the water temperature adjusting mechanism and the water outlet part of the heating device.

[0030] Furthermore, the temperature sensing element includes a thermal spring, a thermosensitive metal, or a paraffin package.

[0031] Furthermore, it includes a first tube body, a second tube body disposed on the inner tank and outside the first tube body, and the water inlet mechanism includes a gap space formed between the first tube body and the second tube body.

[0032] Furthermore, the cold water inlet of the water temperature adjustment mechanism is formed by the first tube body; or, it is formed by the first tube body and the adjustment part.

[0033] Furthermore, the water inlet part of the heating device is formed by the second tube body; or, it is formed by the second tube body and the adjustment part; or, it is formed by the first tube body and the adjustment part.

[0034] Furthermore, the water temperature adjustment mechanism includes a motor, and the motor is connected to the adjustment part, so as to drive the adjustment part to move according to the temperature sensed by the temperature sensing element.

[0035] Furthermore, the temperature sensing element can sense temperature changes and cause its own deformation to drive the adjustment part to move.

[0036] The advantages of the structure adopted in the embodiment of the present application are as follows:

[0037] 1. By simultaneously forming a first cold water path and a second cold water path, the flow rate and proportion of cold water and hot water entering the mixing water path are adjusted simultaneously, and the temperature adjustment range of the water temperature adjustment device is relatively wide;

[0038] 2. The adjustment part is arranged in the cold water inlet path, so there is no problem of scale on the adjustment part;

[0039] 3. The embodiment of the water temperature adjustment device adopts a mechanical structure, eliminating the need to additionally set other sensing elements or electronic control mechanisms, so the structure and control principle of the water temperature adjustment device are simple. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0040] The drawings described herein are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of the disclosure of the present application in any way. In addition, the shapes and proportional dimensions of the components in the drawings are only schematic and are used to help understand the present application, rather than specifically limiting the shapes and proportional dimensions of the components of the present application. Those skilled in the art can, under the teaching of the present application, select various possible shapes and proportional dimensions according to specific circumstances to implement the present application.

[0041] Figure 1 The structural schematic diagram of the water temperature adjustment device in the first embodiment of the present application is shown.

[0042] Figure 2Shows a partial schematic diagram of the water temperature adjustment device in the second embodiment of the present application.

[0043] Figure 3 Shows a partial schematic diagram of the water temperature adjustment device in the third embodiment of the present application.

[0044] Figure 4 Shows a partial schematic diagram of the water temperature adjustment device in the fourth embodiment of the present application.

[0045] Figure 5 Shows a partial schematic diagram of the water temperature adjustment device in the fifth embodiment of the present application.

[0046] Figure 6 Shows a schematic structural diagram of the heating device in the embodiment of the present application.

[0047] Figure 7 Shows a schematic structural diagram of the heating device in another embodiment of the present application.

[0048] Figure 8 Shows a schematic structural diagram of the heating device in another embodiment of the present application.

[0049] Figure 9 Shows a schematic structural diagram of the heating system in the embodiment of the present application.

[0050] Figure 10 Shows a partial structural schematic diagram of the heating system in the embodiment of the present application.

[0051] Figure 11 Shows a schematic structural diagram of the water temperature adjustment device in another embodiment of the present application.

[0052] Reference numerals in the above drawings: 10, hot water path; 11, cold water inlet path; 12, mixing water path; 13, temperature sensing element; 14, adjusting part; 15, first cold water path; 16, second cold water path; 17, valve body; 20, hot water inlet; 21, mixing water outlet; 22, cold water inlet; 23, cold water outlet; 30, first pipe body; 31, second pipe body; 32, cold water inlet; 33, clearance space; 34, sealing part; 35, inner container; 36, water temperature adjusting device; 37, return spring; 40, water inlet mechanism; 41, water temperature adjusting mechanism; 42, cold water inlet; 43, water inlet part; 44, mixing water cavity; 50, first opening; 51, second opening; 52, water outlet pipe; 53, instant water heater; 36’, water temperature adjusting device; 10’, hot water path; 11’, cold water inlet path; 12’, mixing water path; 13’, temperature sensing element; 14’, adjusting part; 15’, first cold water path; 16’, second cold water path; 17’, valve body; 20’, hot water inlet; 21’, mixing water outlet; 22’, cold water inlet; 23’, cold water outlet; 32’, cold water inlet; 38’, motor. Detailed implementation manners

[0053] Combined with the description of the specific implementation manners of the present application and the drawings, the details of the present application can be more clearly understood. However, the specific implementation manners of the present application described herein are only for the purpose of explaining the present application and cannot be understood in any way as a limitation to the present application. Under the teaching of the present application, those skilled in the art can conceive any possible deformation based on the present application, and these should be regarded as belonging to the scope of the present application.

[0054] Referring to Figure 1 As shown, an embodiment of the present application discloses a water temperature adjusting device 36, including a valve body 17, including a hot water path 10, a cold water inlet path 11, and a mixing water path 12; the mixing water path 12 can be communicated with the hot water path 10; a temperature sensing and adjusting mechanism, including a temperature sensing element 13 and an adjusting part 14, the temperature sensing element 13 senses the temperature change and deforms itself to drive the adjusting part 14 to move, dividing the water outlet end of the cold water inlet path 11 into a first cold water path 15 that can be communicated with the mixing water path 12 and a second cold water path 16 that can be communicated with the outside of the valve body 17.

[0055] With the above structure, the temperature change is sensed by the temperature sensing element 13 to divide the water outlet end of the cold water inlet path 11, forming a first cold water path 15 and a second cold water path 16. Since the flow rate in the second cold water path 16 corresponds to the flow rate in the hot water path 10 (for example, the flow rate in the second cold water path 16 and the flow rate in the hot water path 10 can be in a positive correlation or an equal relationship), the flow rates in the first cold water path 15 and the second cold water path 16 are adjusted, that is, the flow rates and proportions of the cold water and hot water entering the mixing path 12 are adjusted simultaneously. Therefore, the adjusting part 14 can adjust the water temperature in the mixing path 12 by forming the first cold water path 15 and the second cold water path 16. Since the hot water and cold water entering the mixing path 12 are adjusted simultaneously, the temperature adjustment range of the water temperature adjusting device 36 is relatively wide.

[0056] Moreover, the adjusting part 14 is arranged in the cold water inlet path 11, so there is no problem of scale formation in the adjusting part 14. In addition, the water temperature adjusting device 36 adopts a mechanical structure, that is, a temperature sensing element 13 based on its own deformation is arranged to control the position of the adjusting part 14. Correspondingly, the water temperature adjusting device 36 does not need to be additionally provided with other sensing elements or electric control mechanisms, so the structure and control principle of the water temperature adjusting device 36 are simple.

[0057] Specifically, the valve body 17 is provided with a hot water inlet 20, a mixing water outlet 21, a cold water inlet 22, and a cold water outlet 23; the water inlet end of the cold water inlet path 11 is communicated with the cold water inlet 22; the water outlet end of the second cold water path 16 is communicated with the cold water outlet 23; the water inlet end of the hot water path 10 is communicated with the hot water inlet 20; the water outlet end of the mixing path 12 is communicated with the mixing water outlet 21.

[0058] In order to enable the temperature sensing element 13 to drive the adjusting part 14 to move, the adjusting part 14 is formed by the temperature sensing element 13 or a part thereof; or is connected to the temperature sensing element 13.

[0059] In an alternative embodiment, the temperature sensing element 13 is disposed in the mixing water path 12. When the water temperature in the mixing water path 12 exceeds the preset temperature, the temperature sensing element 13 may undergo a corresponding deformation (e.g., shortening), thereby expanding the first cold water path 15 and reducing the second cold water path 16, increasing the amount of cold water entering the mixing water path 12 and reducing the amount of hot water entering the mixing water path 12, so as to adjust the water temperature in the mixing water path 12 to the preset temperature. On the contrary, when the water temperature in the mixing water path 12 is lower than the preset temperature, the temperature sensing element 13 may undergo a corresponding deformation (e.g., elongation), reducing the first cold water path 15 and expanding the second cold water path 16. In another alternative embodiment, the temperature sensing element 13 may also be disposed in the hot water path 10. Correspondingly, the temperature sensing element 13 also deforms based on the water temperature in the hot water path 10 to adjust the water temperature in the mixing water path 12.

[0060] Specifically, the present application discloses a water temperature regulating device 36, the valve body 17 of which includes a first pipe body 30 and a second pipe body 31 disposed outside the first pipe body 30. A mixing water path 12 is provided in the first pipe body 30. The lower end of the first pipe body 30 has a mixing water outlet 21 communicating with the mixing water path 12. The second pipe body 31 extends out of the upper end of the first pipe body 30, and the part of the second pipe body 31 extending out of the first pipe body 30 forms a hot water inlet 20 and at least part of the hot water path 10. A cold water inlet path 11 is formed between the first pipe body 30 and the second pipe body 31. A temperature sensing element 13 is disposed in the first pipe body 30, and the adjusting portion 14 is cooperatively installed with the first pipe body 30 and can move in the up and down direction.

[0061] In this embodiment, referring to Figure 1 as shown, a cold water inlet 32 is formed on the side wall of the first pipe body 30. The adjusting portion 14 can adjust the opening degree of the cold water inlet 32 during the up and down movement. The adjusting portion 14 and the inner side wall of the second pipe body 31 form a cold water outlet 23. The adjusting portion 14 can adjust the opening degree of the cold water outlet 23 during the up and down movement. It should be noted that the opening degrees of the cold water inlet 32 and the cold water outlet 23 should change in the opposite direction. That is, when the opening degree of the cold water inlet 32 becomes larger, the opening degree of the cold water outlet 23 should become smaller. Or, when the opening degree of the cold water inlet 32 becomes smaller, the opening degree of the cold water outlet 23 should become larger. Thus, it is ensured that the sum of the flow rates of the first cold water path 15 and the second cold water path 16 is equal to the flow rate of the cold water inlet path 11.

[0062] Among them, the second pipe body 31 has an extension part extending downward. The upper end of the adjusting part 14 is sleeved on the extension part. The lower end of the adjusting part 14 is connected to the upper end of the temperature sensing element 13 (such as a thermal spring). The lower end of the temperature sensing element 13 is connected to the first pipe body 30. A return spring 37 is arranged between the upper end of the adjusting part 14 and the second pipe body 31.

[0063] Referring to Figure 2 and 3 As shown, a cold water inlet 32 is formed between the upper end of the first pipe body 30 and the adjusting part 14. The cold water outlet 23 is arranged on the side wall of the second pipe body 31. The adjusting part 14 is cooperatively installed with the cold water outlet 23 to adjust the opening degree of the cold water outlet 23.

[0064] Referring to Figure 4 and 5 As shown, a cold water inlet 32 is formed between the upper end of the first pipe body 30 and the adjusting part 14. The cold water outlet 23 is formed between the inner side wall of the second pipe body 31 and the adjusting part 14.

[0065] In another alternative embodiment, the cold water outlet 23 is formed between the first pipe body 30 and the adjusting part 14. The second cold water path 16 further includes an opening provided on the side wall of the second pipe body 31 and a channel provided on the first pipe body 30 and used for communicating the cold water outlet 23 and the opening.

[0066] Referring to Figure 1 As shown, in another preferred embodiment, one end of the adjusting part 14 is cooperatively installed with the first pipe body 30; the other end of the adjusting part 14 extends out of the first pipe body 30. The adjusting part 14 includes a sealing part 34 that is hermetically sealed with the inner wall of the second pipe. The sealing part 34 is used to isolate the hot water path 10 and the second cold water path 16.

[0067] Of course, in other alternative embodiments, the temperature sensing element 13 may further include other devices such as a thermosensitive metal or a paraffin package that can change shape based on temperature.

[0068] Referring to Figure 6As shown, the embodiment of the present application also discloses a hot water device, including the water temperature adjustment device 36 as described above. The hot water outlet part of the heating device is connected to the hot water inlet 20 of the water temperature adjustment device 36, and the cold water inlet part 43 of the heating device is connected to the cold water outlet 23 of the water temperature adjustment device 36. Among them, the heating device can be a storage water heater or an instant water heater. Preferably, the temperature sensing element 13 can be arranged in the mixing path 12 of the water temperature adjustment mechanism, or in the outlet part of the heating device, or in the hot water path 10 of the water temperature adjustment mechanism.

[0069] In this embodiment, the heating device is a storage water heater including an inner tank 35. The lower ends of the first pipe body 30 and the second pipe body 31 are both located in the inner tank 35. The first pipe body 30 and the second pipe body 31 extend upward and extend into the inner tank 35. The hot water inlet 20 of the water temperature adjustment device 36 is communicated with the upper part of the inner tank 35, so that hot water can be obtained from the inner tank 35. The cold water outlet 23 of the water temperature adjustment device 36 is communicated with the lower part of the inner tank 35, so that cold water can be input into the inner tank 35.

[0070] In a preferred embodiment, the water temperature adjustment device further includes a knob (not shown in the figure) capable of driving the first pipe body 30 to move relative to the second pipe body 31, so as to adjust the deformation amount of the induction deformation element, so as to adaptively adjust the preset temperature of each hot water device. For example, an external thread is provided on the second pipe body 31, and a matching internal thread is provided on the inner tank 35.

[0071] In this embodiment, the water temperature adjustment device 36 is arranged at the bottom of the inner tank 35. Of course, in other alternative embodiments, the water temperature adjustment device 36 can be arranged at other positions of the inner tank 35, such as the side wall or the top of the inner tank 35.

[0072] In another alternative embodiment, refer to Figure 7 As shown, the water temperature adjustment device 36 is arranged outside the inner tank 35. In this embodiment, the inner tank 35 has a first opening 50 and a second opening 51, and a water outlet pipe 52 extending to the top of the inner tank 35 is provided at the second opening. The first cold water path 15 of the water temperature adjustment device 36 is communicated with the first opening 50. The hot water path 10 of the water temperature adjustment device 36 is communicated with the water outlet pipe 52. Other structures of the water temperature adjustment device 36 can refer to the above description and will not be repeated here.

[0073] In another embodiment, refer to Figure 8As shown, the heating device can be an instant water heater. The water temperature regulating device 36 is arranged outside the instant water heater. The water temperature regulating device 36 can be installed according to actual needs (for example, placed horizontally, vertically, or obliquely, etc.), as long as the second cold water path 16 of the water temperature regulating device 36 can be connected to the cold water inlet part 43 of the heating device, and the hot water outlet part of the instant water heater can be connected to the hot water inlet 20 of the water temperature regulating device 36.

[0074] Referring to Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, an embodiment of the present application discloses a heating system, including a heating device, a water inlet mechanism 40, and a water temperature regulating mechanism 41; the water inlet mechanism 40 can communicate with the water inlet part 43 of the heating device and the cold water inlet 42 of the water temperature regulating mechanism 41, the water outlet part of the heating device communicates with the hot water inlet 20 of the water temperature regulating mechanism 41, the water temperature regulating mechanism 41 includes a temperature sensing element 13 and an adjusting part 14 connected to the temperature sensing element 13, and the temperature sensing element 13 can cause the adjusting part 14 to move based on the temperature of the water passing through it, so as to adjust the flow rate of the water inlet mechanism 40 entering the heating device and the flow rate entering the water temperature regulating mechanism 41.

[0075] The heating device can be a storage water heater or an instant water heater. The temperature sensing element 13 can be arranged in the mixing chamber 44 of the water temperature regulating mechanism 41, or in the water outlet part of the heating device, or in the part between the mixing chamber 44 of the water temperature regulating mechanism and the water outlet part of the heating device. The temperature sensing element 13 can include a thermal spring, a thermal metal, or a paraffin package.

[0076] In this embodiment, the heating system includes a first pipe body 30 and a second pipe body 31 arranged on the inner tank 35 and outside the first pipe body 30, and the water inlet mechanism 40 includes the gap space 33 between the first pipe body 30 and the second pipe body 31.

[0077] Referring to Figure 11 As shown, an embodiment of the present application discloses a water temperature regulating device 36', including a hot water path 10', a cold water inlet path 11', and a mixing path 12'; the mixing path 12' can communicate with the hot water path 10'; a temperature sensing and regulating mechanism, including a temperature sensing element 13' and an adjusting part 14', the temperature sensing element 13' senses the temperature change, and the motor 38' drives the adjusting part 14' to move according to the temperature change to divide the water outlet end of the cold water inlet path 11' into a first cold water path 15' that can communicate with the mixing path 12' and a second cold water path 16' that can communicate with the outside of the valve body 17'.

[0078] The valve body is provided with a hot water inlet 20', a mixing water outlet 21', a cold water inlet 22', and a cold water outlet 23'; the water inlet end of the water inlet path is communicated with the cold water inlet 22'; the water outlet end of the second cold water path 16' is communicated with the cold water outlet 23'; the water inlet end of the hot water path 10' is communicated with the hot water inlet 20'; the water outlet end of the mixing water path 12' is communicated with the mixing water outlet 21'.

[0079] The valve body 17' is further provided with a cold water inlet 32' forming the first cold water path. The adjusting part 14' is cooperatively installed with the cold water inlet 32' and the cold water outlet 23'. In this embodiment, the temperature sensing element 13' can be a thermocouple meter, a temperature sensor or other components capable of measuring temperature. The motor 38' is electrically connected to the adjusting part 14', and the motor 38' can drive the adjusting part 14' to move according to the temperature detected by the temperature sensing element 13', so as to adjust the opening sizes of the cold water inlet 32' and the cold water outlet 23'.

[0080] Since the adjusting part 14' is adjusted by the motor 38', the water temperature adjusting device 36' can actively control the temperature of the water outlet end of the mixing water path 12' of the water temperature adjusting device 36' according to user needs, actual scenarios, etc.

[0081] Other structures of the heating system can be referred to the above description and will not be repeated here.

[0082] Each embodiment in this specification is described in a progressive manner. The key point of each embodiment is to illustrate the differences from other embodiments. The same or similar parts among the embodiments can be referred to each other.

[0083] The above embodiments are only for illustrating the technical concept and features of the present application, and the purpose is to enable those skilled in the art to understand the content of the present application and implement it accordingly. It should not be used to limit the protection scope of the present application. Any equivalent changes or modifications made according to the spirit of the present application should be covered within the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A water temperature regulating device, characterized in that, Comprising: A valve body, including a hot water path, a cold water inlet path, and a mixing water path; the mixing water path can be communicated with the hot water path; A temperature sensing and adjusting mechanism, including a temperature sensing element and an adjusting part, the temperature sensing element senses temperature changes to control the movement of the adjusting part to divide the water outlet end of the cold water inlet path into a first cold water path that can be communicated with the mixing water path and a second cold water path that can be communicated with the outside of the valve body, and the adjusting part can simultaneously adjust the flow rates of the cold water and hot water entering the mixing water path; The valve body includes a first pipe body and a second pipe body sleeved outside the first pipe body, the mixing water path is arranged in the first pipe body, and the cold water inlet path includes a gap space formed between the first pipe body and the second pipe body.

2. The water temperature adjustment device according to claim 1, wherein The temperature sensing element can sense temperature changes and cause its own deformation to drive the movement of the adjusting part.

3. The water temperature regulating device according to claim 2, wherein The adjusting part is formed by the temperature sensing element or a part thereof; or is connected to the temperature sensing element.

4. The water temperature adjustment device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The temperature sensing element is arranged in the hot water path and / or the mixing water path.

5. The water temperature regulating device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The temperature sensing and adjusting mechanism further includes a motor connected to the adjusting part, and the motor drives the adjusting part to move according to the temperature changes sensed by the temperature sensing element.

6. The water temperature adjustment device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The valve body is provided with a hot water inlet, a mixing water outlet, a cold water inlet, and a cold water outlet; The water inlet end of the cold water inlet path is communicated with the cold water inlet; the water outlet end of the second cold water path is communicated with the cold water outlet; the water inlet end of the hot water path is communicated with the hot water inlet; the water outlet end of the mixing water path is communicated with the mixing water outlet.

7. The water temperature adjustment device according to claim 6, characterized in that, A cold water inlet for forming the first cold water path is further arranged in the valve body, and the adjusting part is cooperatively installed with the cold water inlet and the cold water outlet for adjusting the opening sizes of the cold water inlet and the cold water outlet.

8. The water temperature regulating device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The adjusting part is cooperatively installed with the first pipe body, or the adjusting part is at least part of the first pipe body.

9. The water temperature adjustment device according to claim 8, characterized in that The cold water inlet is arranged on the first pipe body.

10. The water temperature adjustment device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The first pipe body and the adjusting part cooperatively form the cold water inlet.

11. The water temperature regulating device according to claim 9 or 10, characterized in that, The adjusting part has a flow channel for communicating the hot water path and the mixing water path.

12. The water temperature regulating device according to claim 11, characterized in that, One end of the adjusting part is cooperatively installed with the first pipe body; the other end of the adjusting part extends out of the first pipe body, and the adjusting part includes a sealing part that cooperates with the inner wall of the second pipe body for sealing, and the sealing part is used for isolating the hot water path and the second cold water path.

13. The water temperature adjustment device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sum of the flow rates of the first cold water path and the second cold water path is equal to the flow rate of the cold water inlet path.

14. The water temperature regulating device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The temperature sensing element includes a thermosensitive spring or thermosensitive metal or a paraffin wax package.

15. A hot water device, characterized in that, Including a heating device and a water temperature adjusting device according to any one of claims 1 to 13, the hot water outlet part of the heating device is connected to the hot water inlet of the water temperature adjusting device, and the cold water inlet part of the heating device is connected to the cold water outlet of the water temperature adjusting device.

16. The hot water device according to claim 15, characterized in that, The heating device is a storage water heater or an instant water heater.

17. The hot water device according to claim 15, characterized in that, The heating device includes an inner tank, the first pipe body and the second pipe body of the water temperature adjusting device extend into the inner tank from outside the inner tank, and both the hot water inlet and the cold water outlet of the water temperature adjusting device can be communicated with the inner tank.

18. The hot water device according to claim 17, characterized in that, The water temperature adjusting device further includes a knob capable of driving the first pipe body to move relative to the second pipe body.

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