Water vapor separation device and drinking water equipment

Abstract

The application discloses a water-vapor separation device and a water drinking equipment, and belongs to the technical field of water drinking equipment. The water-vapor separation device comprises a separation pipe assembly and a water storage part. The separation pipe assembly comprises a main pipe and an exhaust pipe arranged on the side of the main pipe. The exhaust pipe is arranged upwardly and obliquely relative to the main pipe. The upper end opening of the main pipe is an inlet, and the lower end opening is a water outlet. The water storage part is arranged on the water outlet and is used for containing condensed water flowing out of the water outlet. The water drinking equipment comprises the water-vapor separation device. The application can avoid problems such as yellowing, mildewing and peeling of the wall surface.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of drinking water equipment technology, and in particular to a water vapor separation device and drinking water equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Drinking water equipment typically has a built-in water tank that stores hot water to meet users' drinking water needs.

[0003] See Figure 1 In order to ensure that the air pressure inside the water tank 1' is stable, it is generally necessary to install an exhaust pipe 2' that is connected to the upper space of the water tank 1'. The water vapor formed by the evaporation of hot water in the water tank 1' is discharged through the exhaust pipe 2'.

[0004] In the aforementioned drinking water equipment, since the equipment is generally placed against the wall and the exhaust pipe 2' is generally horizontal, during the process of water vapor being discharged through the exhaust pipe 2', some of the water vapor will condense on the inner wall of the exhaust pipe 2' and form condensate. The condensate will be carried by the water vapor in the exhaust pipe 2' and sprayed onto the wall. Over time, the condensate sprayed onto the wall will cause problems such as yellowing, mold, and peeling of the wall. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a water vapor separation device and a drinking water equipment to solve the problems existing in the prior art, such as condensate water in the exhaust pipe spraying onto the wall surface, causing the wall surface to turn yellow, mold, and peel.

[0006] Based on the above concept, the technical solution adopted by this invention is as follows:

[0007] A water vapor separation device includes:

[0008] A separation pipe assembly includes a main pipe and an exhaust pipe disposed on the side of the main pipe. The exhaust pipe is disposed at an angle upward relative to the main pipe. The upper opening of the main pipe is an inlet, and the lower opening is an outlet.

[0009] A water storage device is provided at the water outlet to contain the condensate flowing out of the water outlet.

[0010] Optionally, the water storage component includes:

[0011] A fixing part is fixedly connected to the water outlet, and a flow guiding cavity communicating with the water outlet is provided inside the fixing part;

[0012] The movable part is hinged to the fixed part and is rotatable relative to the fixed part to switch between a first state and a second state. In the first state, the movable part engages with the fixed part to receive condensate flowing out of the guide cavity. In the second state, the movable part opens relative to the fixed part to pour out the condensate received by the movable part.

[0013] Optionally, when the weight of the water in the movable part reaches a set value, the movable part can automatically switch from the first state to the second state; in the second state, after the water in the movable part is poured out, the movable part can automatically switch from the second state to the first state.

[0014] Optionally, the movable part includes a solid block and a hollow block connected to each other. The solid block is hinged to the fixed part by a pivot, and the hollow block is provided with a water collection chamber to receive the condensate flowing out of the guide cavity.

[0015] When the weight of the water in the water accumulation chamber is less than the set value, the first torque of the sum of the weights of the hollow block and the water in the water accumulation chamber about the rotating shaft is less than the second torque of the weight of the solid block about the rotating shaft.

[0016] When the weight of the water in the water accumulation chamber reaches a set value, the sum of the weights of the hollow block and the water in the water accumulation chamber, with respect to the first torque on the rotating shaft, is greater than the weight of the solid block with respect to the second torque on the rotating shaft.

[0017] Optionally, the solid block is provided with an abutting limiting surface that can abut against the fixing part. In the first state, the abutting limiting surface is separated from the fixing part, and in the second state, the abutting limiting surface abuts against the fixing part.

[0018] Optionally, the water vapor separation device further includes a guide member. In the second state, the movable part can pour the condensate it receives into the guide member, and the guide member can guide the condensate to a preset position.

[0019] Optionally, the flow guide includes:

[0020] The funnel, wherein the movable part is capable of pouring the condensate it collects into the funnel;

[0021] A guide pipe, connected to the outlet end of the funnel, can guide the condensate to a preset position.

[0022] Optionally, a filter element is provided at the outlet end of the exhaust pipe.

[0023] A drinking water device includes a housing, inside which a water tank is disposed. The drinking water device also includes the aforementioned water vapor separation device, the inlet of which is connected to the water tank, and the exhaust pipe of which passes through the housing.

[0024] Optionally, a water receiving box is also provided on the outside of the outer shell, and the water storage component can selectively communicate unidirectionally with the water receiving box to drain the condensate in the water storage component into the water receiving box.

[0025] The beneficial effects of this invention are:

[0026] The water vapor separation device proposed in this invention is designed with the main tube positioned approximately vertically. The inlet at the top of the main tube connects to the upper cavity of the water tank in the drinking water equipment, while the free end of the exhaust pipe extends beyond the outer casing of the equipment. In this configuration, water vapor formed by the evaporation of hot water in the tank enters the main tube through the inlet. Some of the water vapor condenses inside the main tube, forming condensate which flows under its own weight through the outlet into the water storage container. The remaining water vapor enters the exhaust pipe. Because the exhaust pipe is angled upwards relative to the main tube, even if some water vapor condenses in the exhaust pipe, the condensate flows under its own weight along the inner wall of the exhaust pipe back into the main tube, and then flows through the outlet into the water storage container. This design prevents condensate from spraying onto the wall surface, thus avoiding problems such as yellowing, mold, and peeling of the wall.

[0027] The drinking water equipment proposed in this invention includes the aforementioned water vapor separation device, which can prevent problems such as yellowing, mold, and peeling of walls. When the water vapor separation device is installed on the drinking water equipment, the main body pipe is set approximately vertically, with the inlet at the upper end of the main body pipe connected to the upper cavity of the water tank of the drinking water equipment. The free end of the exhaust pipe extends out of the outer shell of the drinking water equipment. In this way, water vapor formed by the evaporation of hot water in the water tank enters the main body pipe through the inlet. Some of the water vapor condenses inside the main body pipe, and the condensate flows under its own gravity through the outlet of the main body pipe to the water storage container. The remaining water vapor enters the exhaust pipe. Because the exhaust pipe is inclined upwards relative to the main body pipe, even if some water vapor condenses in the exhaust pipe, the condensate can flow under its own gravity along the inner wall of the exhaust pipe back into the main body pipe, and then flow through the outlet of the main body pipe to the water storage container. With this configuration, no condensate from the exhaust pipe will spray onto the wall, thus preventing problems such as yellowing, mold, and peeling of the walls. Attached Figure Description

[0028] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments of the present invention will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the content of the embodiments of the present invention and these drawings without creative effort.

[0029] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of drinking water equipment in the prior art;

[0030] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the moving part in the first state of the drinking water device provided in the embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the moving part in the second state of the drinking water device provided in the embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the filter element provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the water storage device provided in the embodiment of the present invention when there is no condensate in the water accumulation chamber;

[0034] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the water storage device provided in the embodiment of the present invention with the water accumulation chamber filled with condensate and the movable part in the first state;

[0035] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the movable part of the water storage component switching to the second state.

[0036] Figure 1 middle:

[0037] 1' Water tank; 2' Exhaust pipe;

[0038] Figures 2-7 middle:

[0039] 10. Outer casing; 20. Water tank; 30. Water collection box;

[0040] 1. Separator assembly; 11. Main pipe; 111. Inlet; 112. Outlet; 12. Vent pipe; 121. Filter element; 1211. Connecting shell; 1212. Filter screen;

[0041] 2. Water storage component; 21. Fixing part; 211. Flow guiding cavity; 212. Threaded pipe; 22. Moving part; 221. Solid block; 2211. Abutting and limiting surface; 222. Hollow block; 2221. Water accumulation cavity; 23. Rotating shaft;

[0042] 3. Flow guide; 31. Funnel; 32. Flow guide pipe. Detailed Implementation

[0043] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of the present invention described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0044] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the invention.

[0045] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0046] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this invention is in use. They are used only for the convenience of describing the invention and for simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the invention. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. In the description of this invention, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0047] In the description of this invention, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set" and "connection" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0048] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0049] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0050] Example 1

[0051] See Figure 2 and Figure 3 This embodiment provides a water vapor separation device that can be installed on drinking water equipment to facilitate the smooth discharge of water vapor from the water tank 20 of the drinking water equipment, while preventing condensate from flowing out at the same time as the water vapor discharge and causing damage to the wall.

[0052] Specifically, the water vapor separation device includes a separation pipe assembly 1 and a water storage component 2.

[0053] The separation pipe assembly 1 includes a main pipe 11 and an exhaust pipe 12 disposed on the side of the main pipe 11. The exhaust pipe 12 is disposed at an angle upward relative to the main pipe 11. The upper opening of the main pipe 11 is an inlet 111, and the lower opening is an outlet 112.

[0054] The water storage component 2 is located at the water outlet 112 to accommodate the condensate flowing out of the water outlet 112.

[0055] In this embodiment, the water vapor separation device is used such that the main tube 11 is arranged approximately vertically (preferably vertically), and the inlet 111 at the upper end of the main tube 11 is connected to the upper cavity of the water tank 20 of the drinking water device. The free end of the exhaust pipe 12 extends out of the outer shell 10 of the drinking water device. Thus, water vapor formed by the evaporation of hot water in the water tank 20 enters the main tube 11 through the inlet 111. Some of the water vapor condenses in the main tube 11, forming condensate, which flows under its own gravity through the outlet 112 of the main tube 11 into the water storage unit 2. The remaining water vapor enters the exhaust pipe 12. Because the exhaust pipe 12 is inclined upwards relative to the main tube 11, even if some of the water vapor in the exhaust pipe 12 condenses into condensate, the condensate can flow under its own gravity along the inner wall of the exhaust pipe 12 back into the main tube 11, and then flow through the outlet 112 of the main tube 11 into the water storage unit 2. This design prevents condensation from spraying onto the wall, thus avoiding problems such as yellowing, mold, and peeling.

[0056] Optionally, in this embodiment, the main tube 11 is L-shaped, including a vertically arranged vertical tube, a horizontal tube at the upper end of the vertical tube, and an inlet 111 at the open end of the horizontal tube. The horizontal tube is connected to the upper cavity of the water tank 20 of the drinking water device.

[0057] Optionally, the upper end of the exhaust pipe 12 is provided with a horizontally extending outlet section to facilitate the discharge of water vapor from the exhaust pipe 12. Optionally, the outlet section can be horizontally positioned or inclined upwards.

[0058] Preferably, in this embodiment, see Figures 2-4 The outlet end of the exhaust pipe 12 is equipped with a filter element 121 to prevent external impurities from entering the exhaust pipe 12 through the outlet end of the exhaust pipe 12, or even contaminating the drinking water in the water tank 20.

[0059] Specifically, the filter element 121 includes a connecting shell 1211 and a filter screen 1212 disposed on the connecting shell 1211. The connecting shell 1211 is threadedly connected to the outlet end of the exhaust pipe 12, and the filter screen 1212 prevents external impurities from entering the exhaust pipe 12 through the outlet end of the exhaust pipe 12.

[0060] Optionally, the filter element 121 is disposed at the outlet of the outlet section.

[0061] Further, see Figures 5-7 In this embodiment, the water storage component 2 includes a fixed part 21 and a movable part 22.

[0062] The fixing part 21 is fixedly connected to the outlet 112, and the fixing part 21 is provided with a guide cavity 211 that communicates with the outlet 112.

[0063] The movable part 22 is hinged to the fixed part 21. The movable part 22 can rotate relative to the fixed part 21 to switch between a first state and a second state. In the first state, the movable part 22 engages with the fixed part 21 to receive the condensate flowing out of the guide cavity 211. In the second state, the movable part 22 opens relative to the fixed part 21 to pour out the condensate received by the movable part 22.

[0064] When it is necessary to collect condensate, the movable part 22 is in the first state; when it is necessary to empty the condensate in the movable part 22, the movable part 22 switches to the second state.

[0065] Specifically, in this embodiment, after the weight of the water in the movable part 22 reaches a set value, the movable part 22 can automatically switch from the first state to the second state; in the second state, after the water in the movable part 22 is poured out, the movable part 22 can automatically switch from the second state to the first state.

[0066] Specifically, see Figure 6 At this point, the weight of the water in the moving part 22 reaches the set value, and the moving part 22 automatically... Figure 6 The first state shown has switched to Figure 7In the second state shown, the movable part 22 opens relative to the fixed part 21 to pour out the condensate collected in the movable part 22. After the water in the movable part 22 is poured out, the movable part 22 can automatically switch from the second state to the first state.

[0067] The condensate flowing from the outlet 112 of the main pipe 11 first enters the guide chamber 211. In the first state, the movable part 22 engages with the fixed part 21 to receive the condensate flowing from the guide chamber 211, that is, the condensate is stored in the movable part 22. When the weight of the water in the movable part 22 reaches a set value, the movable part 22 can rotate relative to the fixed part 21 and switch to the second state; in the second state, the movable part 22 opens relative to the fixed part 21 to pour out the condensate collected by the movable part 22. After the condensate in the movable part 22 is poured out, the movable part 22 can rotate relative to the fixed part 21 and switch back to the first state, so that the movable part 22 can continue to collect condensate.

[0068] In the first state, the movable part 22 and the fixed part 21 are engaged, thereby making the outlet 112 a closed end, preventing external impurities from entering the main pipe 11 or even contaminating the drinking water in the water tank 20.

[0069] When the weight of the water in the movable part 22 reaches the set value, the movable part 22 can rotate relative to the fixed part 21 and switch to the second state to pour out the water in the movable part 22; then the movable part 22 automatically switches to the first state to ensure that the movable part 22 can continue to receive condensate.

[0070] Specifically, in this embodiment, a hollow threaded tube 212 is provided on the fixing part 21. The threaded tube 212 is connected to the guide cavity 211 and is threadedly connected to the outlet 112 of the main body tube 11.

[0071] Specifically, in this embodiment, the movable part 22 includes a solid block 221 and a hollow block 222 that are connected to each other. The solid block 221 is hinged to the fixed part 21 via a pivot 23. The hollow block 222 is provided with a water collection chamber 2221 for receiving the condensate flowing out of the guide chamber 211.

[0072] When the weight of the water in the water accumulation chamber 2221 is less than a set value, the sum of the weights of the hollow block 222 and the water in the water accumulation chamber 2221, about the rotating shaft 23, produces a first torque that is less than the second torque of the weight of the solid block 221 about the rotating shaft 23. With this configuration, the movable part 22 is in its first state, that is, the movable part 22 and the fixed part 21 are in a mating state, and the water accumulation chamber 2221 receives the condensate.

[0073] When the weight of the water in the water accumulation chamber 2221 reaches a set value, the sum of the weights of the hollow block 222 and the water in the water accumulation chamber 2221, about the rotating shaft 23, generates a first torque greater than the weight of the solid block 221 about the rotating shaft 23. At this time, the movable part 22 is in the second state, opening relative to the fixed part 21 to pour out the condensed water. After the condensed water is poured out, the sum of the weights of the hollow block 222 and the water in the water accumulation chamber 2221, about the rotating shaft 23, generates a first torque less than the weight of the solid block 221 about the rotating shaft 23, and the movable part 22 switches back to the first state.

[0074] This configuration eliminates the need for a drive component to rotate the movable part 22, saving costs and improving product stability.

[0075] Specifically, with Figure 5 Taking the situation shown as an example, the weight of the water in the water accumulation cavity 2221 is zero. The center of gravity of the hollow block 222 is point A1, the weight of the hollow block 222 is G1, the distance between point A1 and the center line of the rotating shaft 23 is L1, and the first torque of the weight G1 of the hollow block 222 on the rotating shaft 23 is M1, M1 = G1 × L1.

[0076] The center of gravity of solid block 221 is located at point A0, the weight of solid block 221 is G2, the distance between point A0 and the center line of rotation axis 23 is L0, and the second torque of the weight of solid block 221 G2 on rotation axis 23 is M0, M0 = G2 × L0.

[0077] The weight of the water in the water accumulation chamber 2221 is zero, M1 is less than M0, and under the action of the second torque M0, the movable part 22 and the fixed part 21 remain in contact. Figure 5 The collapsing state shown can both collect condensate and prevent external flying insects or impurities from entering the main pipe 11.

[0078] Specifically, see Figure 6 The center of gravity of hollow block 222 is located at point A1, the weight of hollow block 222 is G1, and the distance between point A1 and the center line of rotating shaft 23 is L1; the center of gravity of water in water accumulation cavity 2221 is located at A2, the weight of water in water accumulation cavity 2221 is G2, and the distance between point A2 and the center line of rotating shaft 23 is L2; ​​the first torque of the sum of the weights of hollow block 222 and water in water accumulation cavity 2221 about rotating shaft 23 is M1, M1 = G1 × L1 + G2 × L2.

[0079] The center of gravity of solid block 221 is located at point A0, the weight of solid block 221 is G2, the distance between point A0 and the center line of rotation axis 23 is L0, and the second torque of the weight of solid block 221 on rotation axis 23 is M0, M0 = G2 × L0.

[0080] When the weight of the water in the water accumulation chamber 2221 is less than a set value, M1 is less than M0. Under the action of the second torque M0, the movable part 22 and the fixed part 21 remain in contact. Figure 6 The collapsing state shown can both collect condensate and prevent external flying insects or impurities from entering the main pipe 11.

[0081] When the weight of the water in the water accumulation chamber 2221 equals the set value, M1 is greater than M0. Under the action of the first torque M1, the movable part 22 can rotate relative to the fixed part 21 and switch to Figure 7 The second state shown completes the emptying of water from the water accumulation chamber 2221.

[0082] Specifically, in this embodiment, the movable part 22 is an integrally formed structure. In the movable part 22, the dividing line between the solid block 221 and the hollow block 222 is: in the first state, the vertical surface that coincides with the center line of the rotating shaft 23.

[0083] Preferably, in order to enable the water in the water accumulation chamber 2221 to be quickly discharged when the movable part 22 switches to the second state, the side wall of the water accumulation chamber 2221 away from the solid block 221 is inclined relative to the bottom wall of the water accumulation chamber 2221.

[0084] Optionally, in this embodiment, the vertical cross-sectional shape of the water accumulation cavity 2221 is a right trapezoid, and the position of the sloping waist of the right trapezoid is the side wall of the water accumulation cavity 2221 away from the solid block 221. In the second state, the side wall of the water accumulation cavity 2221 away from the solid block 221 is inclined downward relative to the bottom wall of the water accumulation cavity 2221, so that the water in the water accumulation cavity 2221 is instantly discharged the moment the movable part 22 switches to the second state.

[0085] Preferably, the solid block 221 is provided with an abutment limiting surface 2211 that can abut against the fixing part 21, see [reference]. Figure 5 and Figure 6 In the first state, the contact limiting surface 2211 is separated from the fixing part 21; see also Figure 7 In the second state, the abutting limiting surface 2211 abuts against the fixing part 21.

[0086] like Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, in the first state, the abutting limiting surface 2211 is separated from the fixed part 21. At this time, the upper surface of the hollow block 222 abuts and engages with the fixed part 21, thereby restricting the position of the movable part 22, ensuring that the movable part 22 and the fixed part 21 are stably engaged, receiving condensate water, and preventing external flying insects or impurities from entering the main tube 11.

[0087] like Figure 7As shown, in the second state, the movable part 22 rotates relative to the fixed part 21 to open, and the abutting limiting surface 2211 abuts against the fixed part 21 to limit the open state of the movable part 22, so as to ensure that the water in the water accumulation chamber 2221 can be poured out instantly without spilling.

[0088] Further, see Figure 2 and Figure 3 The water vapor separation device also includes a guide member 3. In the second state, the movable part 22 can pour the condensate it receives into the guide member 3, and the guide member 3 can guide the condensate to a preset position.

[0089] Specifically, the flow guide 3 includes a funnel 31 and a flow guide tube 32.

[0090] The active part 22 can pour the condensate it receives into the funnel 31; the guide pipe 32 is connected to the outlet end of the funnel 31 and can guide the condensate to a preset position.

[0091] Normally, the movable part 22 is in the first state to collect condensate. When the water in the water collection chamber 2221 is full, under the action of a unilateral torque, the movable part 22 automatically switches to the second state. The side wall of the water collection chamber 2221 away from the solid block 221 is inclined downward relative to the bottom wall of the water collection chamber 2221, so that at the moment the movable part 22 switches to the second state, the water in the water collection chamber 2221 is instantly discharged into the funnel 31, and the condensate in the funnel 31 flows to the preset position through the guide pipe 32. After the water in the water collection chamber 2221 is instantly discharged, the movable part 22 switches to the first state, thereby blocking the outlet 112 at the lower end of the main body pipe 11, preventing external impurities or insects from entering the main body pipe 11 through the outlet 112.

[0092] Example 2

[0093] See Figures 2-7 This embodiment provides a drinking water device, which includes a housing 10 and a water tank 20 disposed inside the housing 10.

[0094] When the water dispenser is in operation, it is equipped with an internal heater that heats the water in the water tank 20 to a set temperature to meet the user's needs. Since the hot water in the water tank 20 will evaporate and form a large amount of water vapor, the water tank 20 needs to be connected to the outside to maintain stable pressure inside the water tank 20.

[0095] In order to keep the pressure inside the water tank 20 stable, the drinking water equipment also includes a water vapor separation device according to Embodiment 1. The inlet 111 of the water vapor separation device is connected to the water tank 20, and the exhaust pipe 12 of the water vapor separation device passes through the outer shell 10.

[0096] When the water vapor separator is in use, the main pipe 11 is set in a vertical direction, the inlet 111 at the upper end of the main pipe 11 is connected to the upper cavity of the water tank 20 of the drinking water equipment, and the free end of the exhaust pipe 12 is set to pass through the outer shell 10 of the drinking water equipment.

[0097] Water vapor generated from the evaporation of hot water in the water tank 20 of the drinking water equipment enters the main pipe 11 through inlet 111. Some of the water vapor condenses inside the main pipe 11, forming condensate which flows under its own weight through outlet 112 into the water storage unit 2. The remaining water vapor enters the exhaust pipe 12. Because the exhaust pipe 12 is inclined upwards relative to the main pipe 11, even if some of the water vapor in the exhaust pipe 12 condenses, the condensate can flow under its own weight along the inner wall of the exhaust pipe 12 back into the main pipe 11, and then through outlet 112 into the water storage unit 2. This design prevents condensate from spraying onto the wall, thus avoiding problems such as yellowing, mold, and peeling of the wall surface.

[0098] Furthermore, a water collection box 30 is also provided on the outside of the outer casing 10. The water collection box 30 is used to collect water that leaks out when the user draws water.

[0099] The water storage unit 2 can selectively communicate unidirectionally with the water receiving box 30 to drain the condensate in the water storage unit 2 into the water receiving box 30.

[0100] Specifically, the end of the guide pipe 32 away from the funnel 31 is connected to the water receiving box 30.

[0101] Preferably, in this embodiment, the water storage component 2 and the funnel 31 are arranged vertically at intervals. When the movable part 22 switches to the second state, the water storage component 2 and the water receiving box 30 are in one-way communication, and the water in the water accumulation chamber 2221 flows directly into the funnel 31 through the side wall where the right-angled trapezoidal sloping waist is located. Since the water storage component 2 and the funnel 31 are arranged vertically at intervals and are in one-way communication, the water in the water receiving box 30 cannot enter the water storage component 2, thereby avoiding the situation where the air pressure in the water tank 20 decreases and the sewage in the water receiving box 30 is sucked back into the water tank 20 when the user collects water. It also prevents external crawling or flying insects from entering the water tank 20 through the separation pipe assembly 1.

[0102] For example, in this embodiment, the operation process of the water vapor separation device is as follows:

[0103] Water vapor generated from hot water in water tank 20 enters the main pipe 11 through inlet 111. Some of the water vapor condenses in the main pipe 11, forming condensate that flows into the water storage unit 2 through outlet 112 of the main pipe 11. The remaining water vapor enters the exhaust pipe 12. Since the exhaust pipe 12 is inclined upward relative to the main pipe 11, even if some of the water vapor in the exhaust pipe 12 condenses into condensate, the condensate can flow along the inner wall of the exhaust pipe 12 into the main pipe 11, and then flow into the water storage unit 2 through outlet 112 of the main pipe 11 (that is, the condensate in the exhaust pipe 12 will not be sprayed onto the wall).

[0104] When the weight of the water in the water accumulation chamber 2221 of the water storage component 2 is less than a set value, the first torque of the sum of the weights of the hollow block 222 and the water in the water accumulation chamber 2221 on the rotating shaft 23 is less than the second torque of the weight of the solid block 221 on the rotating shaft 23. Under the action of the second torque, the movable part 22 and the fixed part 21 remain in contact. Figure 6 The shown closed state allows for the collection of condensate while preventing external flying insects or impurities from entering the main pipe 11.

[0105] When the weight of the water in the water collection chamber 2221 is equal to the set value, the sum of the weights of the hollow block 222 and the water in the water collection chamber 2221 exerts a first torque on the rotating shaft 23 that is greater than the second torque exerted by the weight of the solid block 221 on the rotating shaft 23. Under the action of the first torque, the movable part 22 can rotate relative to the fixed part 21 and switch to the second state to pour the water in the movable part 22 into the funnel 31. Subsequently, the first torque decreases, and under the action of the second torque, the movable part 22 automatically switches to the first state to ensure that the movable part 22 can continue to receive condensate.

[0106] Note that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and the technical principles employed. Those skilled in the art will understand that the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments described herein, and various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions can be made without departing from the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, although the present invention has been described in detail through the above embodiments, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments, and may include many other equivalent embodiments without departing from the concept of the present invention, the scope of which is determined by the scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A water vapor separator for discharging water vapor from the water tank (20) of a drinking water device, while preventing condensate from flowing out simultaneously with the water vapor discharge, characterized in that, include: The separation pipe assembly (1) includes a main pipe (11) and an exhaust pipe (12) disposed on the side of the main pipe (11). The exhaust pipe (12) is inclined upward relative to the main pipe (11). The upper end opening of the main pipe (11) is an inlet (111), and the lower end opening is an outlet (112). A water storage device (2) is provided at the water outlet (112) to accommodate the condensate flowing out of the water outlet (112); The water storage component (2) includes: The fixing part (21) is fixedly connected to the water outlet (112), and the fixing part (21) is provided with a flow guide cavity (211) communicating with the water outlet (112). The movable part (22) is hinged to the fixed part (21). The movable part (22) can rotate relative to the fixed part (21) to switch between a first state and a second state. In the first state, the movable part (22) engages with the fixed part (21) so that the outlet (112) is a closed end to receive the condensate flowing out of the guide cavity (211). In the second state, the movable part (22) opens relative to the fixed part (21) to pour out the condensate received by the movable part (22). When the weight of the water in the active part (22) reaches a set value, the active part (22) can automatically switch from the first state to the second state; in the second state, after the water in the active part (22) is poured out, the active part (22) can automatically switch from the second state to the first state. The movable part (22) includes a solid block (221) and a hollow block (222) connected to each other. The solid block (221) is hinged to the fixed part (21) via a pivot (23). The hollow block (222) is provided with a water collection chamber (2221) for receiving the condensate flowing out of the guide cavity (211). When the weight of the water in the water accumulation chamber (2221) is less than the set value, the first torque of the sum of the weights of the hollow block (222) and the water in the water accumulation chamber (2221) about the rotating shaft (23) is less than the second torque of the weight of the solid block (221) about the rotating shaft (23). When the weight of the water in the water accumulation chamber (2221) reaches a set value, the first torque of the sum of the weights of the hollow block (222) and the water in the water accumulation chamber (2221) on the rotating shaft (23) is greater than the second torque of the weight of the solid block (221) on the rotating shaft (23). The solid block (221) is provided with an abutting limiting surface (2211) that can abut against the fixing part (21). In the first state, the abutting limiting surface (2211) is separated from the fixing part (21). In the second state, the abutting limiting surface (2211) abuts against the fixing part (21).

2. The water vapor separation device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water vapor separation device also includes a guide member (3). In the second state, the movable part (22) can pour the condensate it receives into the guide member (3), and the guide member (3) can guide the condensate to a preset position.

3. The water vapor separation device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The flow guide (3) includes: The funnel (31) and the movable part (22) are able to pour the condensate they receive into the funnel (31). The guide pipe (32) is connected to the outlet end of the funnel (31) and can guide the condensate to a preset position.

4. The water vapor separation device according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, The outlet end of the exhaust pipe (12) is provided with a filter element (121).

5. A drinking water device, comprising a housing (10), wherein a water tank (20) is disposed within the housing (10), characterized in that, The drinking water equipment further includes a water vapor separation device as described in any one of claims 1-4, wherein the inlet (111) of the water vapor separation device is connected to the water tank (20), and the exhaust pipe (12) of the water vapor separation device passes through the outer casing (10).

6. The drinking water equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that, The outer shell (10) is also provided with a water receiving box (30), and the water storage component (2) can selectively communicate with the water receiving box (30) in one direction to discharge the condensate in the water storage component (2) into the water receiving box (30).

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