Kitchen and bathroom facility actuator

Abstract

The present invention provides a kitchen and bathroom fixture actuator, comprising a mounting base structure and an actuator component. The upper portion of the actuator component is rotatably connected to the mounting base structure. The mounting base structure is provided with a base portion for contact with a wall and a connecting through-hole. The actuator is further provided with a structure for connecting the mounting base structure to the wall. The connecting through-hole allows a moving component of the kitchen and bathroom fixture corresponding to the actuator component to move in coordination with the actuator component. The connecting through-hole is also used to connect to a component in the kitchen and bathroom fixture that is connected to the actuator. The present invention has a very simple structure and is very convenient to install. It can be mounted on a wall, is universal, and is adaptable to different kitchen and bathroom fixtures. It provides a convenient operating experience and a simple appearance for the kitchen and bathroom fixture, and also provides a foot-operated function.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of kitchen and bathroom facilities, and in particular to an actuator for kitchen and bathroom facilities, such as an actuator for a drain device, a valve or the like. Background Art

[0002] Kitchen and bathroom fixtures, such as drains and valves, are typically operated by pressing or pulling, with actuators typically consisting of buttons, levers, and pull rods. Actuators are often mounted on countertops; mounting them on the sidewalls of sanitary ware or furniture (such as cabinets) can be inconvenient. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a kitchen and bathroom fixture actuator that is not only wall-mountable but also easy to operate and has a simple structure, thus providing a different experience for the arrangement and use of kitchen and bathroom fixture actuators. To this end, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:

[0004] A kitchen and bathroom facility actuator, characterized in that it includes a mounting base structure and an actuator component, the upper part of the actuator component is rotatably connected to the mounting base structure, the mounting base structure is provided with a base portion abutting against the wall and a connecting through-hole, the actuator is also provided with a structure for connecting the mounting base structure to the wall, the connecting through-hole is for a sliding component of the kitchen and bathroom facility corresponding to the actuator component to cooperate with the actuator component, and the connecting through-hole is also used to connect to a component in the kitchen and bathroom facility that is connected to the actuator.

[0005] Furthermore, the upper portion of the mounting base structure protrudes toward the front, and a portion rotatably connected to the actuator is provided at the protruding portion; and the mounting base structure is provided with a forward protruding portion around the connecting through hole.

[0006] Furthermore, the forward protruding portion arranged around the connecting through hole is a sleeve with decorative and limiting functions.

[0007] Furthermore, at least one section of the inner wall of the connecting through hole is provided with an internal thread.

[0008] Furthermore, the execution component is a foot-operated rotation component or a hand-pressed rotation component.

[0009] Furthermore, the lower portion of the execution component has an execution portion facing forward and downward.

[0010] Furthermore, the installation base structure is a frame or a mounting plate.

[0011] Due to the adoption of the technical solution of the present invention, the present invention has a very simple structure and is very easy to install. It can be installed on the wall, is universal, and is adaptable to different kitchen and bathroom facilities. It provides kitchen and bathroom facilities with a convenient operating experience and a simple appearance, and can also provide a foot-operated function. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0012] Figure 1 The exploded view is an embodiment of the present invention applied to switches for kitchen and bathroom facilities.

[0013] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The embodiment shown is a schematic diagram in a working state.

[0014] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the embodiment shown in another working state. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0015] Refer to the accompanying drawings. In this embodiment, the kitchen and bathroom facility actuator of the present invention is applied to a switch 100 of a kitchen and bathroom facility, which can be a drainage device. The motion control mechanism of the switch can provide two parking positions. The switch includes a sliding component 101 and a fixed component 102. The sliding component 101 passes through a through hole in the fixed component and can slide along the through hole in the fixed component 102. The motion control mechanism is arranged between the sliding component 101 and the fixed component 102 to provide the sliding component with the above-mentioned two front and rear parking positions. The inner end of the sliding component 101 is connected to a connecting wire 103, and the other end of the connecting wire 103 is connected to a connecting rod mechanism in the drainage device. A spring is also provided in the switch 100, and the direction of action of the spring is to drive the sliding component 101 to move forward (toward the actuator).

[0016] The kitchen and bathroom fixture actuator of the present invention comprises a mounting base structure 1 and an actuator 2. The upper portion 21 of the actuator 2 is rotatably connected to the mounting base structure 1 (eg, via a rotating connection structure such as a shaft 4), and the lower portion is an actuator portion 22.

[0017] The mounting base structure 1 is provided with a base portion 11 capable of abutting against a wall (such as a washbasin cabinet wall) and a connecting hole 12. The connecting hole 12 allows passage of a sliding component 101 of a kitchen and bathroom fixture corresponding to the actuator 2. The actuator 2 can act on the sliding component 101 to cause movement. The actuator 2 can maintain contact with its corresponding component, i.e., the sliding component 101, by gravity, or be elastically supported by an elastic mechanism such as a torsion spring or compression spring. The rear portion of the connecting hole 12 also has an internal thread 14 for threading the fixing component 102 into the connecting hole 12 via its external thread 104. The actuator also includes a structure for connecting the mounting base structure 1 to the wall. This structure utilizes the internal thread sections of the base portion 11 and the connecting hole to provide a nut 3. The nut 3 can be inserted over the fixing component 102 and threadedly connected to the external thread of the fixing component 102, thereby cooperating with the base portion 11 to secure the actuator to the wall.

[0018] The axis of the connecting through hole 12 is perpendicular to the rotation axis of the actuator 2. During installation, the axis of the connecting through hole 12 and the rotation axis of the actuator 2 are generally parallel to the horizontal plane.

[0019] The upper portion 13 of the mounting base structure 1 protrudes toward the front, and the direction toward the front is the direction away from the wall. The upper protruding structure of the mounting base structure 1 can be a protruding structure on the base structure, a curved structure on the base of the base structure 1, or a separately installed component. A portion 15 that is rotatably connected to the actuator is provided at the protruding portion; the mounting base structure 1 is provided with a forward protruding portion 16 at or around the connecting through hole 12. Through this cantilever-like structure, the actuator 2 can have a more comfortable operating angle and movement stroke. The protruding portion 16 can be a sleeve structure with decorative and limiting functions, such as a sleeve structure concentric with the connecting through hole 12, so that the sliding component 101 can extend forward beyond the base structure 11, while being concealed and decorated by the protruding portion 16, and the end of the protruding portion 16 can serve as a rotation stroke limit for the actuator 2.

[0020] In summary, the mounting base structure 1 is a sufficiently strong, force-bearing structure capable of withstanding the impact of external forces transmitted by the rotating connecting member (rotating shaft 4) when operating the actuator 2. The mounting base structure 1, its connecting through-holes 12, base portion 11, and the structure connecting the mounting base structure 1 to the wall can be adapted to various applications through adaptive dimensional adjustments. The mounting base structure 1 can be implemented as a frame or a mounting plate.

[0021] Furthermore, the front end of the movable component (e.g., sliding component 101) corresponding to the actuator of the kitchen and bathroom fixture is tubular 105. A ball 5, whose outer diameter exactly matches the inner diameter of the tube, is positioned within the tube 105. The ball 5 can slide and roll to a certain extent within the tube, guided by the tube wall. The ball 5 is also hollow and has a bayonet 41 on its wall. The actuator 2 is provided with a clamping head 23 that movably engages with the hollow ball 5 through the bayonet 41. This not only provides a more secure connection but also prevents the actuator 2 from shaking, making the actuator operation smoother. The bayonet can be formed by removing the cap from a hollow sphere.

[0022] The actuator of the present invention is preferably used as a foot-operated actuator, mounted directly on the lower portion of a wall (such as a sanitary fixture or washbasin cabinet), with the actuator 2 being a foot-operated rotating component. Alternatively, the actuator can be mounted on an upper portion of a wall, in which case the actuator 2 is manually operated. In short, it is connected to the upper portion of the mounting base 1, which performs the aforementioned functions. This design is not only convenient to operate, but also has a simple appearance and is easy to install. To enhance user comfort, as shown in the figure, the lower portion of the actuator 2 has an actuating portion 22 facing forward (away from the wall) and downward.

[0023] The above description is only a specific embodiment of the present invention, but the structural features of the present invention are not limited thereto. Any changes or modifications made by any technician in this field within the field of the present invention are included in the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A kitchen and bathroom facility actuator, characterized in that A switch comprising an installation base structure, an actuator, and a kitchen and bathroom facility, the switch comprising a sliding member and a fixed member, the sliding member passing through a through hole in the fixed member and being capable of sliding along the through hole in the fixed member, a motion control mechanism being provided between the sliding member and the fixed member to provide two front and rear parking positions for the sliding member, the upper portion of the actuator being rotatably connected to the installation base structure, the lower portion of the actuator being an actuator portion, the installation base structure being provided with a base portion abutting against a wall and a connecting through hole, the connecting through hole being provided for a sliding member of the kitchen and bathroom facility corresponding to the actuator to pass through, the actuator further being provided with a structure for connecting the installation base structure to the wall, the connecting through hole being provided for a sliding member of the kitchen and bathroom facility corresponding to the actuator to cooperate with the actuator for movement, and the connecting through hole being further used for connecting to a component in the kitchen and bathroom facility connected to the actuator; The upper portion of the mounting base structure protrudes toward the front, and a portion rotatably connected to the actuator is provided at the protruding portion; the mounting base structure is provided with a forward protruding portion around the connecting through hole, and the forward protruding portion provided around the connecting through hole is a sleeve having a decorative and limiting function; The sleeve structure allows the sliding component to extend forward beyond the base structure while being concealed and decorated by the protruding portion, and the end of the protruding portion can serve as a rotational travel limit for the actuator; At least one section of the inner wall of the connecting through hole is provided with an internal thread; The fixing component is threadedly connected to the connecting through hole via its external thread.

2. A kitchen and bathroom facility actuator according to claim 1, characterized in that The execution component is a foot-operated rotating component or a hand-pressed rotating component.

3. A kitchen and bathroom facility actuator according to claim 1, characterized in that The lower portion of the execution component has an execution portion facing forward and downward.

4. A kitchen and bathroom facility actuator according to claim 1, characterized in that The installation base structure is a frame or a mounting plate.

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