Shower control device

Abstract

The present invention relates to a shower control device, comprising: a main body including a plurality of water inlets for supplying cold and hot fluids, respectively, a water outlet for discharging a mixed fluid, and a water outlet chamber, wherein the water inlets are arranged opposite to each other, the water outlet is arranged perpendicularly relative to the water inlets, and the water outlet chamber is a centrally symmetrical structure and communicates with the water outlet; a mixing valve, which is coupled to the main body and mixes the cold and hot fluids entering the main body; an on-off valve, which is arranged downstream of the mixing valve and controls the flow of the mixed fluid entering the water outlet chamber to the water outlet; and a valve cover assembly, which is detachably coupled to the main body and houses the on-off valve therein to securely couple the on-off valve to the main body. The shower control device comprises a main body having a unique structural design and a valve cover assembly. The main body has an innovatively designed water outlet chamber, which avoids the problem of flow restriction caused by possible overlap of outlet paths when the mixed fluid is applied to different outlets. The valve cover assembly provides enhanced structural strength and facilitates installation and maintenance.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of bathroom devices, in particular to a shower control device. Background Art

[0002] Existing shower control devices typically have numerous independent components (or assembly parts), which can easily lead to component loss during on-site assembly. Furthermore, these multi-component shower control devices often present maintenance difficulties due to the complex assembly process. Furthermore, the fluid path configuration within shower control devices often affects the flow of fluid within the device, resulting in issues such as insufficient flow and temperature fluctuations, leading to a poor user experience.

[0003] Therefore, there is still a demand for improvement of the shower control device in the relevant field, so as to further optimize the performance of the switch device used therein, especially the vacuum load switch, to improve or solve the problems existing in the prior art. Summary of the Invention

[0004] Therefore, the object of the present invention is to provide a shower control device by which the above-mentioned disadvantages of the prior art are overcome.

[0005] In order to accomplish the above-mentioned tasks, the present invention provides a shower control device, comprising: a main body, comprising water inlets for supplying cold fluid and hot fluid respectively, a water outlet for discharging a mixed fluid, and a water outlet cavity, the water inlets being arranged opposite to each other, the water outlet being arranged perpendicularly relative to these water inlets, the water outlet cavity being constructed as a centrally symmetrical structure and being connected to the water outlet; a mixing valve, which is coupled to the main body and is configured to mix the cold fluid and the hot fluid entering the main body; a switch valve, which is arranged downstream of the mixing valve and controls the on-off flow of the mixed fluid entering the water outlet cavity to the water outlet; a valve cover assembly, which is detachably coupled to the main body and in which the switch valve is sleeved to fix it to the main body.

[0006] As a preferred embodiment, the water outlets are constructed in pairs, which are arranged relative to each other and perpendicular to the water inlet. The water outlet cavity is constructed in an S shape and can be connected to one of the water outlets controlled by the corresponding switching valve at each end.

[0007] As a preferred embodiment, the valve cover group includes: a cover body, which includes a base and a accommodating portion, wherein the base is coupled to the main body and conforms to the water outlet cavity of the main body, and the accommodating portion extends perpendicularly to the base to accommodate the switch valve therein; a fastener, which is constructed to fix the cover body to the main body.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment, the valve cover group also includes a panel, which is conformable to the base and includes: a receiving hole, which is configured to allow the receiving portion of the cover body to pass through it; a mounting hole, which is configured to allow the fastener to pass through it to engage the main body; the panel is configured to be sleeved on the cover body through the receiving hole and fixed to the main body by using the fastener to pass through the mounting hole to enhance the structural strength of the cover body.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment, the base of the cover body is provided with an engagement hole, the engagement hole corresponds to the mounting hole and is provided with a limiting portion, and the limiting portion is configured to prevent the fastener from detaching from the base after passing through the engagement hole.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment, the fastener includes: an engaging section, which is configured to pass through the engaging hole and be detachably engaged to the main body, and when the fastener moves in a direction of disengaging from the engaging hole, it is hindered by the protrusion pressing against the engaging section and cannot be disengaged; a free section, which is configured to pass through the engaging hole and move freely therein.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment, it is characterized in that the axial length of the engaging section is smaller than the axial length of the free section.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment, the main body also includes: coupling lugs, a pair of coupling lugs are arranged in the radial direction of the main body and correspond to the coupling holes of the cover body; a coupling portion, which is located between the pair of coupling lugs and is arranged higher than the coupling lugs.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment, a pair of one-way stop valves are further included, wherein the stop valves are coupled to the body and located between the corresponding water inlets and the mixing valve.

[0014] As a preferred embodiment, it further comprises a mixing valve cover, wherein the mixing valve cover, the mixing valve and the body member together, or the valve cover assembly and the body member together, are configured to form a preassembled component.

[0015] Other features and advantages of the present invention will be apparent to those skilled in the art after reading the present invention, and will be described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0017] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a shower control device according to the present invention;

[0018] Figure 2 is an exploded schematic diagram of a valve cover assembly of a shower control device according to the present invention;

[0019] Figure 3 is a partially exploded schematic diagram of a shower control device according to the present invention;

[0020] Figure 4 is an exploded schematic diagram of a shower control device according to the present invention;

[0021] Figure 5 is a top view of a shower control device according to the present invention;

[0022] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 A sectional view along section line AA;

[0023] Figure 7 yes Figure 5 A sectional view along section line BB;

[0024] Figure 8 yes Figure 5 A cross-sectional view along section line CC;

[0025] Figure 9 yes Figure 7 A sectional view along section line DD;

[0026] Figure 10 is a top view of the main body of the shower control device according to the present invention, wherein the on-off valve, the mixing valve, and the one-way stop valve are not installed;

[0027] Figure 11 yes Figure 10 A sectional view along section line EE;

[0028] Figure 12 yes Figure 10 A sectional view along section line FF;

[0029] Figure 13 It is a cross-sectional view of the valve cover assembly, the on-off valve and the main body assembled together;

[0030] Figure 14 yes Figure 13 a cross-sectional view of a valve cover assembly and a fastener located at a middle position thereof, wherein the fastener is in a first, unengaged state;

[0031] Figure 15 is a cross-sectional view of a valve cover assembly of a shower control device according to the present invention, wherein the fastener is in a first, unengaged state;

[0032] Figure 16 yes Figure 15 A cross-sectional view of the valve cover assembly, wherein the fastener is in a second state to be engaged;

[0033] Figure 17 yes Figure 16 Cross-sectional view of the fasteners located on the right side of the bonnet assembly.

[0034] Description of Reference Numerals

[0035] 1-Shower control device; 10-Main body; 100-Water inlet; 100a-First water inlet; 100b-Second water inlet; 102-Water outlet; 102a-First water outlet; 102b-Second water outlet 104-Water outlet cavity; 105-Guide outlet; 106-Joint lug; 108-Joint portion; 12-Mixing valve; 14-Switch valve; 16-Valve cover assembly; 160-Cover body; 160a-Base; 160b-Accommodating portion; 160c-Joint hole; 160d-Limiting portion; 162-Fastener; 162a-Joint section; 162b-Free section; 164-Panel; 164a-Accommodating hole; 164b-Mounting hole; 18-Stop valve; 19-Mixing valve cover. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0036] An exemplary embodiment of a shower control device according to the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. The accompanying drawings are provided to illustrate various embodiments of the present invention, but are not necessarily drawn to scale according to specific embodiments. Certain features may be enlarged, removed, or partially cut away to better illustrate and explain the present disclosure. The positions of some components in the accompanying drawings may be adjusted as needed without affecting the technical effect. The phrase "in the accompanying drawings" or similar terms appearing in this specification do not necessarily refer to all drawings or examples.

[0037] Certain directional terms used in the following description of the drawings, such as "inner," "outer," "upper," "lower," and other directional terms, will be understood to have their normal meanings and refer to those directions associated with normal viewing of the drawings. Unless otherwise indicated, the directional terms described in this specification are generally in accordance with conventional directions understood by those skilled in the art.

[0038] The terms "first", "first", "second", "second" and similar terms used in the present invention do not indicate any order, quantity or importance, but are used to distinguish one component from other components.

[0039] As used herein, the term "substantially" means that the parameters or values referenced need not be achieved precisely, but that deviations or variations (including, for example, tolerances, measurement errors, measurement precision limitations, and other factors known to those skilled in the art) may occur in an amount that does not interfere with the effect that the feature is intended to provide.

[0040] Figure 1The shower control device 1 according to the present invention is shown, comprising a main body 10, a mixing valve 12, an on-off valve 14, a valve cover assembly 16, a one-way stop valve 18, and a mixing valve cover 19. The main body 10 is typically made of a metal, such as copper. The main body 10 has a first chamber for accommodating the mixing valve 12, a second chamber for accommodating the on-off valve 14, and a third chamber for accommodating the one-way stop valve 18. The mixing valve 12, the on-off valve 14, and the one-way stop valve 18 are detachably mounted to the main body 10. Among them, the mixing valve 12 is installed to the main body 10 by being detachably engaged (for example, threadedly engaged) with the first chamber through the mixing valve cover 19, and the mixing valve 12 is used to mix the cold and hot fluids entering the main body 10; the switch valve 14 is arranged downstream of the mixing valve 12, and the switch valve 14 is detachably engaged (for example, threadedly engaged) with the second chamber using the valve cover group 16 and installed to the main body 10; the one-way stop valve 18 can optionally be, for example, a quick-install one-way stop valve 18, and the one-way stop valve 18 is engaged to the main body 10 and installed on the path from the water inlet 100 to the mixing valve 12 to avoid reverse flow of the fluid.

[0041] Figure 2 The valve cover assembly 16 of the shower control device 1 is shown in a disassembled state. The valve cover assembly 16 is removably attached to the main body 10 and houses the on / off valve 14 therein, securing it to the main body 10. The valve cover assembly 16 includes a cover 160, a panel 162, and fasteners 162. The cover 160 is typically made of a non-metallic material, such as plastic. However, those skilled in the art will appreciate that the material of the cover 160 is not limited to plastic.

[0042] The cover 160 includes a base 160a and a receiving portion 160b. The base 160a is coupled to the main body 10 and conforms to the main body 10, particularly the water outlet chamber 104 of the main body 10, which will be described in detail below. The receiving portion 160b extends perpendicularly from the base 160a and is generally cylindrical. After the cover 160 is coupled to the main body 10, the receiving portion 160b is sleeved onto the on-off valve 14.

[0043] The fastener 162 is used to fix the cover 160 to the body 10. Herein, the fastener 162 may be a fastening threaded structural member, such as a bolt or a screw.

[0044] Panel 162 can be, for example, a metal plate. It conforms to the shape of base 160a and includes a receiving hole 164a and a mounting hole 164b. Receiving hole 164a is for receiving portion 160b of cover 160 to pass therethrough, and thus can conform to receiving portion 160b and be configured in a generally circular shape. Mounting hole 164b is for fastener 162 to pass therethrough to engage body 10. Panel 162 is sleeved onto cover 160 through receiving hole 164a and secured to body 10 by fastener 162 passing through mounting hole 164b, thereby enhancing the structural strength of cover 160. The valve cover assembly 16 provided by the present invention improves the assembly efficiency of shower control device 1.

[0045] Figure 3 is a partially exploded schematic diagram of the shower control device 1 according to the present invention, Figure 4 FIG. 1 is an exploded schematic diagram of the shower control device 1 according to the present invention. Figures 3 to 4 As shown, the main body 10 includes a water inlet 100 for supplying hot and cold fluids, a water outlet 102 for discharging the mixed fluid, and a water outlet cavity 104 (shown in FIG. Figure 9 middle).

[0046] The water inlet 100 can be, for example, a first water inlet 100a and a second water inlet 100b, and the water outlet 102 can be constructed as a pair, which are arranged relative to each other and perpendicular to the aforementioned water inlet. The water outlet 102 can be, for example, a first water outlet 102a and a second water outlet 102b. The first water inlet 100a and the second water inlet 100b are arranged relative to each other, and the water outlet 102 is arranged perpendicular to the water inlet 100. The switch valve 14 as described above is used to control the flow of the mixed fluid entering the water outlet chamber 104 and after mixing by the mixing valve 12 to the water outlet 102 (for example, the first water outlet 102a and / or the second water outlet 102b).

[0047] The water outlet chamber 104 is constructed as a centrally symmetrical structure and is connected to the water outlet 102. The water outlet chamber 104 is connected to the second chamber that accommodates the switch valve 14, or the second chamber constitutes a part of the water outlet chamber 104. In this article, the water outlet chamber 104 can be, for example, S-shaped and the water outlet chamber 104 is connected to one of the water outlets 102 controlled by the corresponding switch valve 14 at both ends. The two switch valves 14 are respectively used to control the flow of the mixed fluid to the first water outlet 102a and the second water outlet 102b. Of course, those skilled in the art will appreciate that water outlet chambers 104 with other centrally symmetrical structures do not deviate from the scope of protection of the invention.

[0048] Figure 51 is a top view of a shower control device 1 according to the present invention. The figure shows the main body 10, the valve cover assembly 16, and the mixing valve 12, the on-off valve 14, and the one-way stop valve 18 mounted on the main body 10. The figure shows the water inlet 100 and the water outlet 102 of the main body 10. There are two water inlets 100 and two water outlets 102, namely, a first water inlet 100a, a second water inlet 100b, a first water outlet 102a, and a second water outlet 102b. The main body is roughly cross-shaped, with the two water inlets 100a and 100b arranged relative to each other in a generally horizontal direction of the main body 10, and the two water outlets 102a and 102b arranged relative to each other in a generally vertical direction of the main body 10. In this document, the first water outlet 102a and the second water outlet 102b may also be referred to as the upper water outlet and the lower water outlet, respectively, which are connected to the shower head and the bathtub faucet, respectively. Of course, the first water outlet 102a and the second water outlet 102b are not limited thereto, and those skilled in the art may make adaptive adjustments as needed, which does not deviate from the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0049] Figures 6 to 8 They are Figure 5 Shower control device 1 is shown in cross-sectional views along section lines AA, BB and CC. Figure 9 yes Figure 7 A cross-sectional view along section line DD. Figures 6 to 9 The flow path of the fluid in the shower control device 1 is shown.

[0050] See also Figure 6 In the figure, the black arrows represent the cold fluid and the hot fluid. The cold and hot fluids enter the main body 10 from two water inlets, such as one of the first water inlet and the second water inlet 100a, 100b, respectively. After passing through the one-way stop valve 18, the cold and hot fluids pass through the mixing valve 12 respectively and are mixed under the control of the mixing valve 12 to produce a mixed fluid that meets the temperature requirements.

[0051] See also Figure 7 The black arrow in the figure indicates the mixed fluid. After passing through the mixing valve 12, the mixed fluid flows out of the mixing valve 12 through the guide section in the upper structure of the main body 10 mentioned below and flows into the water outlet cavity 104. Under the control of the switch valve 14, the mixed fluid selectively flows to the upper water outlet in the lower structure of the main body 10 mentioned below for use in the shower head or flows to the lower water outlet for use in the bathtub faucet. In this article, the upper water outlet and the lower water outlet are as follows. Figure 5 Of course, those skilled in the art will appreciate that the upper and lower water outlets are not limited to the functions mentioned herein, and their functions can be interchanged or connected to other faucets or water outlets as needed.

[0052] See also Figure 8, which shows the control of the switch valve 14 on the on-off of the mixed fluid to each water outlet 102. The figure also shows the two-layer structure of the main body 1 which will be described in detail below.

[0053] See also Figure 9 , which clearly shows the lower structure of the main body 1. The mixed fluid is located approximately at the center of the water outlet cavity 104 (see Figure 10 ) flows into it, and then, under the control of the corresponding on-off valve 14, flows through the outlet chamber 104 along paths symmetrical to each other to the corresponding outlet 102. A pair of on-off valves 14 are arranged in the corresponding accommodating chamber of the main body 1, each of which is provided with a water outlet chamber 104, equidistant from the point where the mixed fluid enters the water outlet chamber 104. That is, the two valves are arranged symmetrically with respect to the axis of the pair of oppositely arranged water outlets. The unique structure of the water outlet chamber 104 avoids the problem of flow restriction caused by the possible overlap of the paths of the water outlet 102 when the mixed fluid is applied to different water outlets 102.

[0054] Figure 10 FIG. 1 is a top view of the main body 1 of the shower control device according to the present invention, wherein the switch valve, mixing valve and one-way stop valve are not installed for the convenience of observing the main body 10. Figure 10 As shown, the accommodating chamber, not shown, is a cavity defined within the main body 10 for accommodating the on-off valve 14. The accommodating chamber includes a water outlet chamber 104 and a guide outlet 105. The mixed fluid entering the water outlet chamber 104 passes through the on-off valve 14 and flows through the guide outlet 105 to the corresponding outlet. The water outlet chamber 104 includes an inlet section and a transition section. The inlet section communicates with the flow-conducting section within the main body 10 that is connected to the mixing valve 12. The mixed fluid is introduced from the inlet section into the water outlet chamber 104 and then passes through the transition section to connect to the on-off valve. The inlet and transition sections form a curved section that occupies approximately one-half to two-thirds of the area of the accommodating chamber of the main body 10 (excluding the guide outlet 105). (The curved section generally conforms to the periphery of the accommodating chamber; of course, those skilled in the art could conceive of other possible shapes based on the teachings of this disclosure without departing from the scope of this disclosure.) The accommodating chamber within the main body 10 for accommodating the other on-off valve 14 is arranged symmetrically with the aforementioned accommodating chamber, for example, with respect to the axis of the two outlets. In other words, the mixed fluid flows out of the mixing valve 12 and flows into the S-shaped water outlet cavity 104, and then flows out from the outlet 105 after being controlled by the switch valve 14, and then flows to the first water outlet 102a and / or the second water outlet 102b as needed.

[0055] Figure 11 yes Figure 10 Cross-sectional view along section line EE. Figure 11 The mixed fluid is shown flowing into the upper opening of the diversion section and the lower opening of the second water outlet 102b after being guided out from the mixing valve 12. Figure 11As can be seen in the figure, the main body 10 includes an upper and lower layer structure. Figure 9 A schematic diagram showing the lower structure of the body member, Figure 10 A schematic diagram of the upper structure of the main body is shown. Specifically, the mixed fluid flowing out of the mixing valve 12 passes through a portion of the diversion section located in the upper layer of the main body 10. A portion of the diversion section assigned to each switching valve 12 penetrates the upper and lower layers of the main body 10 to accommodate a larger volume flow of the mixed fluid. The mixed fluid then passes through the water outlet chamber 104 and, under the control of the switching valve 14, through the guide outlet 105. It then flows through another diversion section located in the lower layer to the corresponding water outlet 102.

[0056] Figure 12 yes Figure 10 A cross-sectional view taken along section line FF of the main body 10 is shown. The figure clearly illustrates the upper and lower structures of the main body 10. As can be seen, the mixed fluid, mixed by the mixing valve, is directed from a portion of the flow guide section in the upper layer of the main body 10, then passed through another flow guide section that penetrates the upper and lower structures and is delivered to each outlet chamber 102. Under the control of the on-off valve 14, the mixed fluid is delivered to the corresponding outlet.

[0057] Figures 13 to 17 1 and 2 show different states of the fastener 162 engaging the cover 160. Figure 10 It is a cross-sectional view of the valve cover assembly 16 , the switch valve 14 and the body 10 assembled together, wherein the valve cover assembly 16 is sleeved onto the switch valve 14 , and the fastener 162 is in a first unengaged state. Figure 14 Show Figure 13 FIG1 is a cross-sectional view of fastener 162 in a middle position, wherein fastener 162 is in a first, unengaged state. Base 160a of cover body 160 is provided with an engagement hole 160c. Engagement hole 160c corresponds to mounting hole 164b of panel 162 and is provided with a stopper 160d. Stopper 160d protrudes radially inward from the circumference of engagement hole 160c. Stopper 160d is configured to prevent fastener 162 from being separated from base 160a after being inserted into engagement hole 160c of base 160a, thereby preventing the loss of parts when valve cover assembly 16 is used as a separate module.

[0058] Herein, the stopper 160d may optionally be at least one pair of protrusions extending radially inward from the circumference of the engagement hole 160c. The diameter defined by the protrusions is preferably larger than the diameter of the free section 162b of the shank of the fastener 162, but smaller than the diameter of the engagement section 162a of the shank, particularly the major diameter of the threads of the engagement section 162a of the shank. In the present invention, the protrusions may also be configured as elastic cantilevers, threads, splines, or structures having other tooth shapes. For example, the protrusions may also be configured as asymmetric and / or unevenly arranged. The protrusions may be configured to have a certain degree of elasticity so that the engagement section 162a of the fastener 162 will not be blocked when passing through them. Preferably, the protrusions may be provided with guiding ramps in the direction of downward movement of the fastener 162 to better guide the engagement portion 108 of the fastener 162 through the portion defined by the protrusions. For example, the protrusions define the engagement hole 160c as a portion with a reduced diameter near the upper surface of the engagement hole 160c. The fastener 162 includes an engagement section 162a and a free section 162b. The engagement section 162a is configured as a threaded section that passes through the engagement hole 160c and forms a portion with a reduced diameter through the stopper 160d. The engagement section 162a can be detachably coupled to the body member 10.

[0059] The aperture formed by the protrusion is smaller than the diameter of the engagement section 162a of the screw. When the fastener 162 moves in the direction of disengaging from the engagement hole 160c, it will be hindered by the limiting portion 160d (i.e., the protrusion) pressing against the engagement section 162a and cannot be disengaged. The free section 162b is constructed as a light section and is not provided with a thread. The free section 162b can freely pass through the engagement hole 160c without hindrance. The axial length of the engagement section 162a of the fastener 162 is preferably smaller than the axial length of the free section 162b. In this way, during disassembly, the fastener 162 will not collide with the protrusion and damage the protrusion before disengaging from the main body 10.

[0060] Figure 15 1 is a cross-sectional view of the valve cover assembly 16 of the shower control device 1 according to the present invention, wherein the fastener 162 is in a first, unengaged state. As shown in the figure, the cover body 160 has two cylindrical accommodating portions 160b, which are respectively used to accommodate the on-off valves 14 that control the flow to the shower head and the bathtub faucet (or the basin faucet, which can be adjusted by those skilled in the art as needed without departing from the scope of protection of the present invention). The cover body 160, the panel 162 and the fastener 162 that constitute the valve cover assembly 16 can be used as a separate module for standby before assembly. Alternatively, the valve cover assembly 16 can be pre-assembled with the body to form a pre-assembled component. Optionally, the mixing valve cover 19, the mixing valve 12 and the body can also be pre-assembled together to form a pre-assembled component. Providing pre-assembled components can facilitate assembly, improve assembly efficiency and avoid the inconvenience caused by the loss of parts.

[0061] Figure 16 yes Figure 15 The cross-sectional view of the valve cover assembly 16 is shown with the fastener 162 in the second state to be engaged. Figure 13 The main body 10 is not shown in the figure, so the fastener 162 in the figure is not engaged with the main body 10, but the figure shows the position of the fastener 162 when it is engaged with the main body 10, so this position can also be called the second state of the fastener 162 to be engaged. Figure 14 Shown Figure 13 Fastener 162 is located on the right side of valve cover assembly 16. As can be seen in the figure, fastener 162 includes a head and a stem. The stem is composed of the aforementioned engagement section 162a and free section 162b. In this position, the stem of fastener 162 completely passes through engagement hole 160c of base 160a, while the head of fastener 162 abuts against panel 162 mounted on base 160a. Because the radial diameter of retaining portion 160d (i.e., protrusion) of base 160a is smaller than the diameter of engagement section 162a of fastener 162, fastener 162 is retained in base 160a and does not disengage from base 160a.

[0062] See again Figure 4 and Figure 9 The main body 10 also includes a coupling lug 106 and a coupling portion 108. The coupling lug 106 is symmetrical with respect to the coupling portion 108 and is on the same straight line as the coupling portion 108 to ensure that the main body 10 is symmetrically and evenly stressed when coupled with the valve cover assembly 16. The coupling lugs 106 are constructed as a pair and are arranged relative to each other in the radial direction of the main body 10. The coupling lugs 106 are configured to engage the fastener 162. The coupling portion 108 is located between a pair of lugs and extends from the surface of the main body 10 toward the valve cover assembly 16. On the main body, the coupling portion 108 is arranged higher than the coupling lug 106. This arrangement of the coupling portion 108 avoids occupying the space of the water outlet cavity 104 and affecting the water outlet flow rate. The base 160a of the cover body 160 is provided with a recess corresponding to the coupling portion 108. The cooperation between the recess and the coupling portion 108 can better position the cover body 160.

[0063] The present invention provides a shower control device comprising a uniquely designed main unit and a valve cover assembly. The main unit features an innovatively designed water outlet chamber, which prevents flow restriction caused by overlapping outlet paths when mixed fluids are applied to different outlets. The valve cover assembly can be used as a separate module, providing enhanced structural strength, facilitating installation and maintenance, reducing costs, and preventing component loss. This shower control device offers excellent structural stability and efficient assembly, improving or resolving existing issues.

[0064] Although the present invention has been described in detail using only a limited number of embodiments, it should be readily understood that the present invention is not limited to such disclosed embodiments. Rather, the present invention may be modified by incorporating any number of variations, alterations, substitutions, or equivalents not heretofore described, consistent with the spirit and scope of the present invention. Furthermore, while various different embodiments of the present invention have been described, it will be understood that aspects of the present invention may include only some of the embodiments. Accordingly, the present invention is not to be construed as limited by the foregoing description, but only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A shower control device (1), characterized in that: include: The main body (10) includes a plurality of water inlets (100) for supplying cold fluid and hot fluid respectively, a water outlet (102) for discharging mixed fluid, and a water outlet cavity (104). The water inlets (100) are arranged opposite to each other, the water outlet (102) is arranged vertically relative to the water inlets (100), and the water outlet cavity (104) is constructed in a centrally symmetrical structure and is in communication with the water outlet (102). a mixing valve (12) coupled to the body member (10) and configured to mix cold and hot fluids entering the body member (10); an on-off valve (14) arranged downstream of the mixing valve (12) and controlling the flow of the mixed fluid entering the water outlet chamber (104) to the water outlet (102); a valve cover assembly (16) which is detachably coupled to the main body (10) and houses the switch valve (14) therein to securely couple the switch valve to the main body (10); The water outlets (102) are configured in pairs, which are arranged opposite to each other and perpendicular to the water inlet (100); the water outlet chamber (104) is configured in an S-shape and can be connected at both ends to one of the water outlets (102) controlled by the corresponding switch valve (14).

2. The shower control device (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that The valve cover assembly (16) comprises: The cover (160) includes a base (160a) and a receiving portion (160b), wherein the base (160a) is coupled to the main body (10) and conforms to the water outlet cavity (104) of the main body (10), and the receiving portion (160b) extends perpendicularly to the base (160a) to accommodate the switch valve (14) therein; A fastener (162) is configured to secure the cover (160) to the body (10).

3. The shower control device (1) according to claim 2, characterized in that The valve cover assembly (16) further includes a panel (164) conforming to the base (160a) and comprising: a receiving hole (164a) configured to allow the receiving portion (160b) of the cover body (160) to pass therethrough, a mounting hole (164b) configured to receive the fastener (162) therethrough to engage the body member (10); The panel (164) is configured to be sleeved on the cover (160) through the receiving hole (164a) and fixed to the main body by the fastener (162) passing through the mounting hole (164b) to enhance the structural strength of the cover (160).

4. The shower control device (1) according to claim 3, characterized in that The base (160a) of the cover body (160) is provided with an engagement hole (160c), the engagement hole (160c) corresponds to the mounting hole (164b) and is provided with a limiting portion (160d), and the limiting portion (160d) is configured to prevent the fastener (162) from detaching from the base (160a).

5. The shower control device (1) according to claim 4, characterized in that The fastener (162) includes: an engaging section (162a) configured to pass through the engaging hole (160c) and be detachably engaged with the main body (10); when the fastener (162) moves in a direction away from the engaging hole (160c), it is hindered by the limiting portion abutting against the engaging section (162a) and cannot be disengaged; The free section (162b) is configured to pass through the engaging hole (160c) and move freely therein.

6. The shower control device (1) according to claim 5, characterized in that The axial length of the engaging section (162a) is smaller than the axial length of the free section (162b).

7. The shower control device (1) according to claim 6, characterized in that The main body (10) further comprises: Engaging lugs (106), a pair of the engaging lugs (106) are arranged in the radial direction of the main body (10) and correspond to the engaging holes (160c) of the cover (160); The engaging portion (108) is located between the pair of engaging lugs (106), and the engaging portion (108) is arranged higher than the engaging lugs (106).

8. The shower control device (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that The invention also includes a pair of one-way stop valves (18) which are coupled to the body member (10) and are located between the corresponding water inlets (100) and the mixing valve (12).

9. The shower control device (1) according to claim 2, characterized in that The invention also comprises a mixing valve cover (19). The mixing valve cover (19), the mixing valve (12) and the body member (10) together, or the valve cover set (16) and the body member (10) together, are configured to form a pre-assembled component.

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