A pull-out faucet and its intelligent gravity hammer

Abstract

The present invention relates to the field of faucets, and particularly to a pull-out faucet and its intelligent gravity hammer. The present invention discloses a pull-out faucet and its intelligent gravity hammer. Among them, the intelligent gravity hammer of the pull-out faucet includes a gravity hammer body, and the gravity hammer body includes a housing, a control board, a water flow control switch, a water inlet interface and a water outlet interface. The control board and the water flow control switch are arranged in the housing, the water flow control switch is arranged between the water inlet interface and the water outlet interface, and the control output end of the control board is connected to the control output end of the water flow control switch for controlling the working state of the water flow control switch. The intelligent gravity hammer of the present invention integrates the functions of a traditional gravity hammer and a water outlet control function, making the pull-out faucet have fewer spare parts, a simpler and more compact structure, a smaller occupied space, easy installation and convenient use.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention belongs to the field of faucet accessories, and particularly relates to a pull-out faucet and its intelligent gravity hammer. Background Art

[0002] As an essential device for daily production and domestic water use, faucets are widely used in places such as kitchens and bathrooms. The shower head of a pull-out faucet is connected to the water outlet pipe through a pull-out hose and is thus arranged on the faucet body in a pull-out manner. The gravity hammer is usually installed and fixed on the pull-out hose and is located below the countertop. When the user releases the pulled-out shower head, the shower head can automatically reset by the gravity provided by the gravity hammer. Pull-out faucets are widely used because their shower heads can be pulled to different positions to meet different water use requirements and are convenient to use.

[0003] For existing pull-out faucets with induction water outlet function, generally an additional induction control box is provided below the countertop to achieve the induction control water outlet function. The induction control box and the gravity hammer are two independent spare parts, resulting in too many spare parts below the countertop, complex structure, large occupied space, and troublesome installation. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of the present invention is to provide a pull-out faucet and its intelligent gravity hammer to solve the above-mentioned existing technical problems.

[0005] To achieve the above purpose, the technical solution adopted by the present invention is: An intelligent gravity hammer for a pull-out faucet, comprising a gravity hammer body. The gravity hammer body includes a housing, a control board, a water flow control switch, a water inlet interface, and a water outlet interface. The control board and the water flow control switch are arranged in the housing. The water flow control switch is arranged between the water inlet interface and the water outlet interface. The control output end of the control board is connected to the control output end of the water flow control switch for controlling the working state of the water flow control switch.

[0006] Further, it further includes a probe wire. The probe wire is connected to the control input end of the control board. The probe wire is used for electrically connecting with an external induction probe. The control board is used for correspondingly controlling the working state of the water flow control switch according to the induction signal of the external induction probe.

[0007] Further, the gravity hammer body further includes an attitude sensor. The attitude sensor is arranged in the housing. The attitude sensor is electrically connected to the control board. The control board is used for correspondingly controlling the working state of the water flow control switch according to the sensing signal of the attitude sensor.

[0008] Furthermore, the attitude sensor is used for detecting the displacement and rotation of the gravity hammer body, and transmitting the detected sensing signal to the control board to control the opening / closing of the water flow control switch, so as to realize the functions of pull-out water outlet and faucet rotary water outlet.

[0009] Further, the attitude sensor is a 3D gyroscope.

[0010] Further, the water flow control switch is implemented by a solenoid valve.

[0011] Furthermore, the solenoid valve includes a valve body, and the valve body is an integral structural member with the water inlet interface and the water outlet interface.

[0012] Furthermore, the water inlet interface and the water outlet interface are provided with external threads, and the water inlet interface and the water outlet interface respectively extend out of the housing and are locked and fixed by fixing nuts.

[0013] Further, the housing is also provided with a battery compartment for placing a battery, and the battery is used to supply power to the entire intelligent gravity hammer.

[0014] Further, a plurality of chambers are provided inside the housing, and the control board and the water flow control switch are respectively arranged in different chambers.

[0015] The present invention also discloses a pull-out faucet, which is provided with the intelligent gravity hammer of the above-mentioned pull-out faucet.

[0016] Advantageous technical effects of the present invention:

[0017] The intelligent gravity hammer of the present invention integrates the functions of a traditional gravity hammer and a water outlet control function, making the parts of the pull-out faucet fewer, the structure simpler and more compact, occupying less space, being easy to install, and convenient to use. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the following will briefly introduce the drawings required for description in the embodiments. Obviously, the following drawings are only some embodiments of the present invention, and those of ordinary skill in the art can also obtain other drawings based on these drawings without creative efforts.

[0019] Figure 1 It is a structural diagram of the intelligent gravity hammer according to a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 2 It is a structural diagram of the intelligent gravity hammer from another perspective according to a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 3 It is a partial structure of the intelligent gravity hammer according to a specific embodiment of the present invention Figure 1 ;

[0022] Figure 4 It is a partial structure of the intelligent gravity hammer according to a specific embodiment of the present invention Figure 2 ;

[0023] Figure 5Partial exploded view of the intelligent gravity hammer according to a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 6 Exploded view of the intelligent gravity hammer according to a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 7 Schematic diagram of the usage state of the intelligent gravity hammer according to a specific embodiment of the present invention. Detailed implementation manners

[0026] To further illustrate the embodiments, the present invention provides accompanying drawings. These drawings are part of the disclosure of the present invention, mainly used to illustrate the embodiments and can be combined with the relevant descriptions in the specification to explain the operating principles of the embodiments. With reference to these contents, those of ordinary skill in the art should be able to understand other possible implementation manners and the advantages of the present invention. The components in the drawings are not drawn to scale, and similar component symbols are usually used to represent similar components.

[0027] Now, the present invention will be further described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific implementation manners.

[0028] As Figures 1-6 shown, an intelligent gravity hammer for a pull-out faucet includes a gravity hammer body 100. The gravity hammer body 100 includes a housing 1, a control board 2, a water flow control switch 3, a water inlet interface 4, and a water outlet interface 5. The control board 2 and the water flow control switch 3 are arranged inside the housing 1. The water flow control switch 3 is arranged between the water inlet interface 4 and the water outlet interface 5. The control output end of the control board 2 is connected to the control output end of the water flow control switch 3 for controlling the working state of the water flow control switch 3, such as conducting, shutting off, or adjusting the water flow rate, etc.

[0029] In this specific embodiment, the housing 1 has a structure with a cylindrical middle part and frustum-shaped upper and lower ends, making the structure more compact, with better symmetry and more aesthetic appearance. However, it is not limited to this. In some embodiments, the housing 1 can also be implemented using other structures.

[0030] In this specific embodiment, the housing 1 includes a lower housing 11 and an upper cover 12 that are mutually covered. Adopting this housing structure is convenient for assembly and maintenance, but it is not limited to this. The lower housing 11 and the upper cover 12 can be fixed by means of snap connection, bonding, ultrasonic welding, etc.

[0031] In this specific embodiment, the water flow control switch 3 is implemented using an electromagnetic valve 31 to control the opening and closing of water. It has a simple structure, small volume, is easy to implement, and has low energy consumption. However, it is not limited to this. In some embodiments, the water flow control switch 3 can also be implemented using other existing water flow switches that can be controlled by electrical signals, or can also be implemented using flow control switches, etc.

[0032] Specifically, the solenoid valve 31 includes a valve body 311 and a solenoid valve head 312. The valve body 311 is an integrated structure with the water inlet interface 4 and the water outlet interface 5, so that fewer parts are needed, the structure is more compact and small, and it is easy to assemble, but the invention is not limited thereto. The solenoid valve 31 can be implemented by various existing solenoid valves, and the specifics can be referred to the existing technology, which will not be described in detail here.

[0033] In this specific embodiment, the water inlet interface 4 and the water outlet interface 5 extend out of the upper and lower ends of the shell 1 respectively, which is convenient for connecting the pull-out hose during use, convenient installation, and improved user experience, but it is not limited to this. In some embodiments, the water inlet interface 4 and the water outlet interface 5 can also extend from other positions of the shell 1, or not extend out of the shell 1.

[0034] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the water inlet interface 4 and the water outlet interface 5 are provided with external threads 41 and 51, and the water inlet interface 4 and the water outlet interface 5 are respectively screwed and locked with the external threads 41 and 51 by fixing nuts 6, which are convenient for disassembly and assembly, but it is not limited to this.

[0035] In this specific embodiment, a probe line 7 is also included, which is connected to the control input end of the control board 2. The probe line 7 is used to be electrically connected to an external induction probe (the induction probe is generally set on the pull-out faucet body, and can be an infrared induction probe, a microwave induction probe, or a touch induction probe, etc.), and the control board 2 is used to control the switch of the solenoid valve 31 accordingly according to the induction signal of the external induction probe. Thus, the induction switch water function is realized.

[0036] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the gravity hammer body 100 also includes a posture sensor (not shown in the figure), which is arranged in the housing 1 and electrically connected to the control board 2. The control board 2 is used to control the switch of the solenoid valve 31 accordingly according to the sensing signal of the posture sensor. The posture sensor can sense the movement posture of the gravity hammer body 1, including displacement and rotation, and can sense the pulling and rotating conditions of the faucet, such as Figure 7 As shown, water can be discharged when the faucet is pulled out, and water can also be discharged when the faucet is turned, making the product more flexible and intelligent to use and improving the user experience.

[0037] Preferably, the attitude sensor is a 3D gyroscope, which has a simple structure, is easy to implement, and has a low cost, but is not limited thereto. In some embodiments, other existing attitude sensors may also be used to implement the attitude sensor. The 3D gyroscope is arranged on the control board 2, so that there are fewer parts, the structure is more compact and small, and it is easy to assemble, but is not limited thereto.

[0038] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the shell 1 is also provided with a battery compartment 8, and the battery compartment 8 is used to place a battery 9, and the battery 9 is used to power the entire intelligent gravity hammer. During installation, there is no need to connect a power cord, and installation and use are convenient.

[0039] In this specific embodiment, the battery compartment 8 is provided on the lower housing 11. The opening of the battery compartment 8 is located on the side of the lower housing 11, and the opening of the battery compartment 8 is covered with a battery compartment cover 81. With this structure, it is convenient for the disassembly and assembly of the battery 9, but it is not limited thereto.

[0040] In this specific embodiment, a plurality of chambers 13 are provided inside the housing 1. The control board 2 and the solenoid valve 31 are respectively arranged in different chambers 13, avoiding mutual interference, improving safety and reliability, and being convenient for assembly.

[0041] Specifically, in this embodiment, the number of chambers 13 is 3. The control board 2 and the solenoid valve 31 are respectively arranged in two of the chambers 13, and the other chamber 13 can be used to install other components according to actual situations. For example, when the weight of the gravity hammer body 100 is insufficient, additional gravity blocks can be installed, or a temperature sensing device can be installed, etc., which is easy to manufacture or expand functions.

[0042] The present invention can select the materials of the various components of the gravity hammer body 100 according to actual situations, so that the weight of the gravity hammer body 100 meets the requirements of the gravity hammer function of the pull-out faucet. Of course, additional gravity blocks can also be added to increase the weight, thereby relaxing the restrictions on the materials of the various components of the gravity hammer body 100, making production and manufacturing more flexible and convenient.

[0043] As Figure 7 shown, during installation, only need to divide the pull-out hose 200 of the pull-out faucet into two sections, respectively connect them to the water inlet interface 4 and the water outlet interface 5, and connect the probe wire 7 to the induction probe 300 of the pull-out faucet to complete the installation of the intelligent gravity hammer. The pull-out faucet can be pulled out, and through the induction of the induction probe 300, the water can be switched on and off; the water can also be switched on and off by pulling out or rotating the faucet. Of course, if the pull-out faucet does not have an induction probe, the probe wire 7 can also be not connected.

[0044] The present invention also discloses a pull-out faucet, which is provided with the intelligent gravity hammer of the above-mentioned pull-out faucet.

[0045] The intelligent gravity hammer of the present invention integrates the functions of a traditional gravity hammer and a water outlet control function, making the pull-out faucet have fewer spare parts, a simpler and more compact structure, a smaller occupied space, being easy to install, and convenient to use.

[0046] Although the present invention is specifically shown and described in combination with the preferred implementation embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that various changes can be made to the present invention in terms of form and details without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention defined by the appended claims, and all are within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. An intelligent gravity hammer for a pull-out faucet, comprising a gravity hammer body, Characterized in that: The gravity hammer body includes a housing, a control board, a water flow control switch, a water inlet interface and a water outlet interface. The control board and the water flow control switch are arranged inside the housing. The water flow control switch is arranged between the water inlet interface and the water outlet interface. The control output end of the control board is connected to the control output end of the water flow control switch for controlling the working state of the water flow control switch; The water flow control switch is implemented by an electromagnetic valve; A plurality of chambers are provided inside the housing, and the control board and the water flow control switch are respectively arranged in different chambers.

2. The intelligent gravity hammer for a pull-out faucet according to claim 1, Characterized in that: It further includes a probe wire, and the probe wire is connected to the control input end of the control board. The probe wire is used for electrically connecting with an external induction probe, and the control board is used for correspondingly controlling the working state of the water flow control switch according to the induction signal of the external induction probe.

3. The intelligent gravity hammer for a pull-out faucet according to claim 1 or 2, Characterized in that: The gravity hammer body further includes an attitude sensor. The attitude sensor is arranged inside the housing and is electrically connected to the control board. The control board is used for correspondingly controlling the working state of the water flow control switch according to the sensing signal of the attitude sensor.

4. The intelligent gravity hammer for a pull-out faucet according to claim 3, Characterized in that: The attitude sensor is used for detecting the displacement and rotation of the gravity hammer body, and transmitting the detected sensing signal to the control board to control the opening / closing of the water flow control switch, so as to realize the functions of pulling out water and the faucet rotating to discharge water.

5. The intelligent gravity hammer for a pull-out faucet according to claim 1, Characterized in that: The electromagnetic valve includes a valve body, and the valve body is an integral structural member with the water inlet interface and the water outlet interface.

6. The intelligent gravity hammer for a pull-out faucet according to claim 5, Characterized in that: The water inlet interface and the water outlet interface are provided with external threads, and the water inlet interface and the water outlet interface respectively extend out of the housing and are locked and fixed by fixing nuts.

7. The intelligent gravity hammer for a pull-out faucet according to claim 1, Characterized in that: The housing is further provided with a battery compartment for placing a battery, and the battery is used for supplying power to the entire intelligent gravity hammer.

8. A pull-out faucet, Characterized in that: It is provided with the intelligent gravity hammer for a pull-out faucet according to any one of claims 1-7.

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