humidifier

Abstract

The present invention provides a humidifier. The humidifier comprises: an air duct component, the air duct component comprises an air duct body, a cover plate and an air duct, the air duct body has a mounting hole, and the cover plate is detachably arranged on the air duct body to block the mounting hole or open the mounting hole; wherein, when the cover plate is in the mounting position of blocking the mounting hole, the air duct body and the cover plate enclose the air duct. The humidifier of the present invention solves the problem that the air duct of the humidifier in the prior art is difficult to clean.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of household appliances, and in particular to a humidifier. Background Art

[0002] At present, humidifiers have become the first choice for residents to relieve dry air. With the continuous improvement of people's awareness of health and the continuous advancement of science and technology, users have higher and higher requirements for the safety and hygiene of humidifiers. The air duct is an indispensable key structure of the humidifier, but it is easy to breed bacteria and form scale if the air duct is in a humid environment for a long time.

[0003] However, the existing humidifiers have air ducts that are mostly long and thin pipes set on the water tank, which are difficult for users to clean, posing a great threat to the health of users and reducing the user's product experience. Summary of the invention

[0004] The main purpose of the present invention is to provide a humidifier to solve the problem that the air duct of the humidifier in the prior art is difficult to clean.

[0005] In order to achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the present invention provides a humidifier, including: a duct component, the duct component including a duct body, a cover plate and an air duct, the duct body having a mounting hole, and the cover plate being detachably arranged on the duct body to block the mounting hole or open the mounting hole; wherein, when the cover plate is in the mounting position for blocking the mounting hole, the duct body and the cover plate form an air duct.

[0006] Furthermore, the air duct component also includes a first clamping portion, the cover plate is provided with a second clamping portion, and the cover plate and the air duct body are clamped together by the first clamping portion and the second clamping portion.

[0007] Furthermore, the first clamping portion has a first clamping surface, the second clamping portion has a protrusion, and the protrusion has a second clamping surface; when the cover is in the installation position, the protrusion is located on the side of the first clamping surface away from the cover, and the second clamping surface is pressed on the first clamping surface.

[0008] Furthermore, a first positioning portion is provided on the air duct body, and a second positioning portion matched with the first positioning portion is provided on the cover plate, so that the cover plate is positioned by the first positioning portion and the second positioning portion.

[0009] Furthermore, when the cover plate is in the installation position, the bottom of the cover plate is pressed against the bottom wall of the installation hole; the first positioning portion is arranged on the inner wall of the air duct body, and the first positioning portion is a first positioning step; the second positioning portion is arranged at the bottom of the cover plate, and the second positioning portion is a second positioning step; when the cover plate is in the installation position, the first positioning step fits with the second positioning step.

[0010] Furthermore, the air duct component also includes a sealing ring. When the cover plate is in the installation position, the sealing ring is located between the cover plate and the hole wall of the installation hole to seal the air duct.

[0011] Furthermore, the cover plate has a handle portion, so that the cover plate can be installed or removed through the handle portion.

[0012] Furthermore, the cover plate has a recessed portion, the recessed portion is recessed toward the air duct, and the handle portion is arranged in the recessed portion.

[0013] Furthermore, the humidifier also includes: a water tank, the air duct main body is connected to the water tank, and part of the main body of the air duct is arranged in the water tank; part of the air duct wall of the air duct main body is part of the side wall of the water tank, and when the cover plate is in the installation position, the cover plate is part of the side wall of the water tank.

[0014] Furthermore, the side wall of the water tank includes a first side wall and a second side wall, and the cover plate is a partial side wall of the first side wall; the humidifier also includes a panel component, which is detachably connected to the water tank and is used to cover the first side wall.

[0015] The air duct component of the humidifier of the present invention includes an air duct body, a cover plate and an air duct. The cover plate is connected to the air duct body in a detachable and washable manner. When the cover plate is in the installation position, the air duct body and the cover plate form an air duct, and the humidifier can be used normally. After removing the cover plate, the air duct body, the cover plate and the air duct are cleaned through the installation holes to ensure that the air duct components are clean and hygienic, giving users a good experience. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] The drawings constituting a part of the present application are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The exemplary embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute an improper limitation of the present invention. In the drawings:

[0017] Figure 1 A schematic structural diagram of an embodiment of a humidifier according to the present invention is shown;

[0018] Figure 2 A cross-sectional view showing an embodiment of a humidifier according to the present invention;

[0019] Figure 3 A schematic structural diagram of a cover plate of a humidifier according to the present invention is shown;

[0020] Figure 4 A schematic structural diagram of a sealing ring of a humidifier according to the present invention is shown;

[0021] Figure 5 Shows Figure 2 A partial enlarged view of the humidifier.

[0022] The above drawings include the following reference numerals:

[0023] 10. Air duct component; 11. Air duct body; 111. Mounting hole; 12. Cover plate; 121. Handle portion; 122. Recessed portion; 13. Air duct; 14. First clamping portion; 141. First clamping surface; 15. Sealing ring; 151. Limiting portion; 20. Second clamping portion; 21. Raised portion; 22. Second clamping surface; 30. First positioning portion; 40. Second positioning portion; 50. Water tank; 51. First side wall; 52. Second side wall. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0024] It should be noted that, in the absence of conflict, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of the present application can be combined with each other. The present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and in combination with the embodiments.

[0025] It should be noted that the following detailed descriptions are illustrative and are intended to provide further explanation of the present application. Unless otherwise specified, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meanings as those commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which the present application belongs.

[0026] It should be noted that the terms used herein are only for describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to the present application. As used herein, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular form is also intended to include the plural form. In addition, it should be understood that when the terms "comprise" and / or "include" are used in this specification, it indicates the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components and / or combinations thereof.

[0027] The present invention provides a humidifier, please refer to Figures 1 to 5 , including: a duct component 10, the duct component 10 includes a duct body 11, a cover plate 12 and an air duct 13, the duct body 11 has a mounting hole 111, and the cover plate 12 is detachably arranged on the duct body 11 to block the mounting hole 111 or open the mounting hole 111; wherein, when the cover plate 12 is in the installation position of blocking the mounting hole 111, the duct body 11 and the cover plate 12 form an air duct 13.

[0028] The air duct component 10 of the humidifier of the present invention includes an air duct body 11, a cover plate 12 and an air duct 13. The cover plate 12 is connected to the air duct body 11 in a detachable and washable manner. When the cover plate 12 is in the installation position, the air duct body 11 and the cover plate 12 form the air duct 13, and the humidifier can be used normally. After removing the cover plate 12, the air duct body 11, the cover plate 12 and the air duct 13 are cleaned through the installation hole 111 to ensure that the air duct component 10 is clean and hygienic, giving users a good experience.

[0029] like Figures 1 to 3As shown, in one embodiment, the air duct component 10 further includes a first clamping portion 14, and the cover plate 12 is provided with a second clamping portion 20, and the cover plate 12 is clamped with the air duct body 11 through the first clamping portion 14 and the second clamping portion 20. Such a configuration facilitates the rapid disassembly and installation of the cover plate.

[0030] like Figure 2 and Figure 5 As shown, the first clamping portion 14 has a first clamping surface 141, the second clamping portion 20 has a protrusion 21, and the protrusion 21 has a second clamping surface 22; when the cover plate 12 is in the installation position, the protrusion 21 is located on the side of the first clamping surface 141 away from the cover plate 12, and the second clamping surface 22 is pressed on the first clamping surface 141. Such an arrangement facilitates the installation and positioning of the cover plate 12.

[0031] Optionally, the first engaging surface 141 and the second engaging surface 22 are both inclined and have the same inclination angle.

[0032] Specifically, the first clamping portion 14 is located in the air duct 13 , and the first clamping portion 14 is disposed on the top cover of the water tank 50 , and the first clamping portion 14 and the top cover are an integrated structure.

[0033] The second clamping portion 20 is an elastic member. When the cover plate 12 is installed or removed, the second clamping portion 20 is deformed to clamp or separate from the first clamping portion 14 .

[0034] In another embodiment not shown in the figure, a first fastening hole is provided on the air duct body 11, a second fastening hole is provided on the second positioning portion 40, and the cover plate 12 is fixed to the air duct body 11 by fasteners inserted into the first fastening hole and the second fastening hole. The fasteners are screws. Such a setting realizes the removal and installation of the cover plate.

[0035] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the air duct body 11 is provided with a first positioning portion 30, and the cover plate 12 is provided with a second positioning portion 40 adapted to the first positioning portion 30, so that the cover plate 12 is positioned by the first positioning portion 30 and the second positioning portion 40. Such a setting facilitates the cover plate 12 to be buckled on the air duct body 11, and has a guiding effect.

[0036] Specifically, when the cover plate 12 is in the installation position, the bottom of the cover plate 12 is pressed against the bottom wall of the installation hole 111; the first positioning portion 30 is arranged on the inner wall of the air duct body 11, and the first positioning portion 30 is a first positioning step; the second positioning portion 40 is arranged at the bottom of the cover plate 12, and the second positioning portion 40 is a second positioning step; when the cover plate 12 is in the installation position, the first positioning step fits with the second positioning step.

[0037] Specifically, the first positioning step and the second positioning step are both L-shaped.

[0038] like Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the air duct component 10 further includes a sealing ring 15, which is located between the cover plate 12 and the hole wall of the mounting hole 111 when the cover plate 12 is in the installation position to seal the air duct 13. The sealing ring 15 plays a sealing role to prevent air leakage and mist leakage, and ensure that the air duct normally transports water mist.

[0039] Specifically, an annular receiving groove is provided on the circumferential side wall of the cover plate 12, and the sealing ring 15 is located in the receiving groove.

[0040] Specifically, the sealing ring 15 includes an annular sealing body and a limiting portion 151. The limiting portion 151 is located in the annular sealing body. A limiting groove is provided on the cover plate 12. The limiting portion 151 is adapted to the limiting groove. The limiting portion 151 is clamped in the limiting groove. Such a setting makes the fixing of the sealing ring 15 more reliable.

[0041] In the first embodiment, the sealing ring 15 can be directly injected with the cover plate 12 to form an integral structure.

[0042] In the second embodiment, the sealing ring 15 can be made into a detachable structure and sleeved on the cover plate 12 .

[0043] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the cover plate 12 has a handle portion 121, so that the cover plate 12 can be installed or removed through the handle portion 121. Such a configuration facilitates the removal and installation of the cover plate 12.

[0044] Specifically, the handle portion 121 is disposed close to the top of the cover plate 12 .

[0045] Specifically, the cover plate 12 has a recessed portion 122, which is recessed toward the air duct 13, and the handle portion 121 is disposed in the recessed portion 122. The handle portion 121 and the wall surface of the recessed portion 122 form a first escape space and a second escape space, the first escape space is located above the handle portion 121, and the second escape space is located below the handle portion 121; the handle portion 121 is a plate-shaped structure.

[0046] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the humidifier also includes a water tank 50, the air duct main body 11 is connected to the water tank 50, and part of the main body of the air duct main body 11 is arranged in the water tank 50; part of the air duct wall of the air duct main body 11 is part of the side wall of the water tank 50, and when the cover plate 12 is in the installation position, the cover plate 12 is part of the side wall of the water tank 50.

[0047] like Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the side wall of the water tank 50 includes a first side wall 51 and a second side wall 52, and the cover plate 12 is a partial side wall of the first side wall 51; the humidifier also includes a panel component, which is detachably connected to the water tank 50, and the panel component is used to cover the first side wall 51. The panel component and the second side wall 52 together form the appearance of the humidifier. After the cover plate 12 is installed, the panel component is covered on the first side wall 51, so that the cover plate 12 can be covered by the panel component to prevent the cover plate 12 from leaking out, thereby preventing the cover plate 12 from being damaged, and at the same time making the appearance of the humidifier more beautiful.

[0048] Specifically, the air duct body 11 is an integral structure with the main body of the water tank 50. The top cover of the water tank 50 is arranged on the main body.

[0049] Specifically, when assembling the cover plate 12, first ensure that the cover plate 12 and the sealing ring 15 are intact to prevent defects in the sealing ring 15 or the cover plate 12 from causing air leakage or mist leakage; after confirming that they are intact, insert the first positioning portion 30 at the bottom of the cover plate 12 into the corresponding position of the air duct, abut against the first positioning portion 30, press the second clamping portion 20 into the corresponding first clamping portion 14 in the air duct, buckle the cover plate 12, and move the raised portion of the first clamping portion 14 to the rear side of the second clamping portion 20. The first clamping surface of the raised portion is pressed on the second clamping surface, and the first clamping portion 14 and the second clamping portion 20 are clamped together, so that a complete air duct is formed. When disassembling and cleaning the air duct, gently press the handle portion 121 downward by hand to remove the raised portion of the second clamping portion 20 from the first clamping portion 14 (i.e., the raised portion moves to the bottom of the first clamping portion 14), and at the same time pull the cover plate 12 outward, so that the inside of the air duct and the cover plate 12 can be easily cleaned.

[0050] Specifically, the size of the cover plate 12 is related to the size of the air duct 13, and it is necessary to ensure that every position in the air duct 13 can be cleaned to avoid sanitary dead corners, resulting in insufficient cleaning of the air duct. The entire detachable and washable air duct structure solves the problem that the traditional air duct cannot be disassembled and washed, making it convenient for users to disassemble and wash the air duct at will, giving users a more hygienic product experience.

[0051] The present application adopts a detachable cover plate 12, which solves the problem that the traditional closed air duct cannot be disassembled and washed and is easy to get dirty.

[0052] The cover plate of the present application is provided with a handle portion and a second clamping portion, and adopts an oblique insertion assembly, which is convenient for disassembly and assembly, easy to clean, ensures assembly efficiency, prevents installation errors, and solves the problem of inconvenient disassembly and assembly of the cover plate.

[0053] A seal is provided between the cover plate of the present application and the air duct body 11, and an interference fit is adopted to ensure assembly strength and sealing effect, thereby preventing air leakage and mist leakage.

[0054] The beneficial effects of the present application are: the user can remove the cover plate on the air duct component before or after use to clean the entire air duct, and it is easy to disassemble and assemble, ensuring the cleanliness and hygiene of the entire air duct, giving the user a good experience. At the same time, a sealing ring is set between the cover plate and the air duct body, which can effectively prevent air leakage and mist leakage, and ensure the good working condition of the humidifier.

[0055] A cover plate is provided on one side of the air duct component of the present application, so that the cover plate can be disassembled and cleaned at will, thereby preventing the product from forming dirt and breeding bacteria due to long-term use.

[0056] The shape of the cover plate of the present application corresponds to the air duct, and a handle is provided at the corresponding position, the lower end is inserted obliquely for positioning, and the upper end is snap-fitted into the corresponding position of the air duct for easy assembly and disassembly.

[0057] From the above description, it can be seen that the above embodiments of the present invention achieve the following technical effects:

[0058] The air duct component 10 of the humidifier of the present invention includes an air duct body 11, a cover plate 12 and an air duct 13. The cover plate 12 is connected to the air duct body 11 in a detachable and washable manner. When the cover plate 12 is in the installation position, the air duct body 11 and the cover plate 12 form the air duct 13, and the humidifier can be used normally. After removing the cover plate 12, the air duct body 11, the cover plate 12 and the air duct 13 are cleaned through the installation hole 111 to ensure that the air duct component 10 is clean and hygienic, giving users a good experience.

[0059] It should be noted that the terms "first", "second", etc. in the specification and claims of the present application and the above-mentioned drawings are used to distinguish similar objects, and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that the data used in this way can be interchangeable where appropriate, so that the embodiments of the present application described herein can be implemented in an order other than those illustrated or described herein, for example. In addition, the terms "including" and "having" and any of their variations are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusions, for example, a process, method, system, product or device that includes a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units that are clearly listed, but may include other steps or units that are not clearly listed or inherent to these processes, methods, products or devices.

[0060] For ease of description, spatially relative terms such as "above", "above", "on the upper surface of", "above", etc. may be used here to describe the spatial positional relationship between a device or feature and other devices or features as shown in the figure. It should be understood that spatially relative terms are intended to include different orientations of the device in use or operation in addition to the orientation described in the figure. For example, if the device in the accompanying drawings is inverted, the device described as "above other devices or structures" or "above other devices or structures" will be positioned as "below other devices or structures" or "below other devices or structures". Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below". The device can also be positioned in other different ways (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatially relative descriptions used here are interpreted accordingly.

[0061] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. For those skilled in the art, the present invention may have various modifications and variations. Any modification, equivalent replacement, improvement, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the present invention shall be included in the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A humidifier, characterized in that: include: An air duct component (10), the air duct component (10) comprising an air duct body (11), a cover plate (12) and an air duct (13), the air duct body (11) having a mounting hole (111), the cover plate (12) being detachably arranged on the air duct body (11) to block the mounting hole (111) or open the mounting hole (111); Wherein, when the cover plate (12) is in the installation position for blocking the installation hole (111), the air duct body (11) and the cover plate (12) enclose the air duct (13); The humidifier further comprises: a water tank (50), the air duct main body (11) being connected to the water tank (50), and a portion of the main body of the air duct main body (11) being arranged in the water tank (50); a portion of the air duct wall of the air duct main body (11) being a portion of the side wall of the water tank (50), and when the cover plate (12) is in the installation position, the cover plate (12) being a portion of the side wall of the water tank (50).

2. The humidifier according to claim 1, characterized in that The air duct component (10) further comprises a first clamping portion (14), the cover plate (12) is provided with a second clamping portion (20), and the cover plate (12) and the air duct body (11) are clamped together via the first clamping portion (14) and the second clamping portion (20).

3. The humidifier according to claim 2, characterized in that The first clamping portion (14) has a first clamping surface (141), the second clamping portion (20) has a protruding portion (21), and the protruding portion (21) has a second clamping surface (22); when the cover plate (12) is in the installation position, the protruding portion (21) is located on a side of the first clamping surface (141) away from the cover plate (12), and the second clamping surface (22) is pressed onto the first clamping surface (141).

4. The humidifier according to claim 1, characterized in that The air duct body (11) is provided with a first positioning portion (30), and the cover plate (12) is provided with a second positioning portion (40) adapted to the first positioning portion (30), so that the cover plate (12) is positioned by means of the first positioning portion (30) and the second positioning portion (40).

5. The humidifier according to claim 4, characterized in that When the cover plate (12) is in the installation position, the bottom of the cover plate (12) is pressed against the bottom wall of the installation hole (111); the first positioning portion (30) is arranged on the inner wall of the air duct body (11), and the first positioning portion (30) is a first positioning step; the second positioning portion (40) is arranged at the bottom of the cover plate (12), and the second positioning portion (40) is a second positioning step; when the cover plate (12) is in the installation position, the first positioning step fits with the second positioning step.

6. The humidifier according to claim 1, characterized in that The air duct component (10) further comprises a sealing ring (15); when the cover plate (12) is in the installation position, the sealing ring (15) is located between the cover plate (12) and the hole wall of the installation hole (111) to seal the air duct (13).

7. The humidifier according to claim 1, characterized in that The cover plate (12) has a handle portion (121), so that the cover plate (12) can be installed or removed through the handle portion (121).

8. The humidifier according to claim 7, characterized in that: The cover plate (12) has a recessed portion (122), the recessed portion (122) is recessed toward the air duct (13), and the handle portion (121) is arranged in the recessed portion (122).

9. The humidifier according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side wall of the water tank (50) comprises a first side wall (51) and a second side wall (52), and the cover plate (12) is a partial side wall of the first side wall (51); the humidifier further comprises a panel component, the panel component is detachably connected to the water tank (50), and the panel component is used to cover the first side wall (51).

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