Kettle and refrigeration equipment with same

Abstract

The invention provides a kettle and refrigeration equipment with the kettle, the kettle comprises a kettle body and a switch assembly detachably connected with the kettle body, the switch assembly comprises a connecting pipe, and the connecting pipe is communicated with the interior of the kettle body; the cover plate is arranged on the connecting pipe in a sleeving mode and located outside the kettle body. The sealing ring comprises a first sealing ring and a second sealing ring, the first sealing ring is positioned between the cover plate and the connecting pipe, and the second sealing ring is positioned between the cover plate and the kettle body; compared with an existing sealing structure, the sealing area in the circumferential direction of the connecting pipe is increased, meanwhile, the sealing performance of the end faces of the two sides of the cover plate is improved, the overall sealing performance of the sealing ring is more stable and reliable, water in the kettle body is prevented from flowing out of the cover plate, and the sealing performance between the switch assembly and the kettle body is guaranteed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of refrigeration equipment, and in particular to a kettle and refrigeration equipment having the same. Background Art

[0002] In existing refrigeration equipment, in order to meet the user's demand for cold drinking water, a kettle is often installed on the door. In order to facilitate users to get cold drinking water, a dispenser switch is also provided on the kettle. When a large amount of water is used, the user can directly use the kettle to get water, and when a small amount of water is used, the user can use the dispenser switch to get water. Since the dispenser switch is fixed to the kettle body through a nut, in order to make the kettle more beautiful as a whole, a cover plate is provided to shield the connection between the dispenser switch and the kettle. In order to facilitate the processing of the dispenser switch and the cover plate, the dispenser switch and the cover plate are usually set separately, but the disadvantage of such a design is that the water channel sealing structure is reduced, which increases the risk of water seepage in the dispenser switch. Summary of the invention

[0003] The object of the present invention is to provide a kettle and a refrigeration device having the same, so as to solve the above-mentioned problems.

[0004] To achieve one of the above-mentioned objects of the invention, the present invention provides a kettle, comprising a kettle body and a switch assembly detachably connected to the kettle body, the switch assembly comprising: a connecting tube, the connecting tube being connected to the interior of the kettle body; a cover plate, the cover plate being sleeved on the connecting tube and being located outside the kettle body; a sealing ring, the sealing ring comprising a first sealing ring located between the cover plate and the connecting tube, and a second sealing ring located between the cover plate and the kettle body.

[0005] As a further improvement of the present invention, the outer diameter of the first sealing ring is smaller than the outer diameter of the second sealing ring.

[0006] As a further improvement of the present invention, the first sealing ring and the second sealing ring are integrally provided.

[0007] As a further improvement of the present invention, a thread is provided on the outer circumference of the connecting tube located inside the kettle body, the switch assembly includes a nut matched with the thread, a stopper located outside the kettle body and circumferentially connected to the connecting tube, and a side of the cover plate away from the kettle body abuts against a side of the stopper toward the kettle body.

[0008] As a further improvement of the present invention, the switch assembly further includes a third sealing ring located between the side wall of the kettle body and the nut.

[0009] As a further improvement of the present invention, a receiving groove is provided on a side of the nut facing the stop portion, and the second sealing ring is embedded in the receiving groove.

[0010] As a further improvement of the present invention, a connecting structure is provided between the stopper and the cover plate, wherein the connecting structure includes a protrusion protruding toward the other on one of the stopper and the cover plate, and a matching hole matching with the protrusion on the other.

[0011] As a further improvement of the present invention, a through hole for the connecting pipe to pass through is provided on the side wall of the kettle body, and the through hole is located close to the bottom wall of the kettle body.

[0012] As a further improvement of the present invention, a avoidance groove is provided on the side wall of the kettle body, and the cover plate is located in the avoidance groove.

[0013] Another aspect of the present invention provides a refrigeration device having a refrigeration compartment, wherein the refrigeration compartment is provided with a kettle according to any one of the above technical solutions.

[0014] The cover plate and the connecting pipe in the switch assembly of the kettle of the present invention are arranged separately, which is more convenient for processing the switch assembly; in addition, the kettle of the present invention increases the circumferential sealing area of ​​the connecting pipe compared with the existing sealing structure by arranging the first sealing ring and the second sealing ring on the switch assembly, and at the same time, it also improves the sealing performance of the end faces on both sides of the cover plate, making the overall sealing performance of the sealing ring more stable and reliable, thereby preventing water in the kettle body from flowing out of the cover plate, and ensuring the sealing between the switch assembly and the kettle body. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a kettle in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0016] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the kettle body;

[0017] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 Exploded diagram of the switch assembly;

[0018] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the kettle from another perspective;

[0019] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the cross section at AA;

[0020] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 Enlarged view of point B in the middle. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0021] The present invention will be described in detail below in conjunction with the specific embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. However, these embodiments do not limit the present invention, and any structural, methodological, or functional changes made by a person skilled in the art based on these embodiments are all within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0022] It should be understood that the terms used herein, such as "inside", "outside", etc., indicating spatial relative positions are used for the purpose of convenience to describe the relationship of one component or feature relative to another component or feature as shown in the drawings. The terms of spatial relative positions may be intended to include different orientations of the device in use or operation other than the orientation shown in the drawings.

[0023] The present invention provides a kettle 100, see Figures 1 to 6 As shown, it includes a kettle body 1, a switch assembly 20 detachably connected to the kettle body 1, and the switch assembly 20 includes a connecting pipe 2, a cover plate 5 and a sealing ring 3. Specifically, the connecting pipe 2 is connected to the inside of the kettle body 1; the cover plate 5 is sleeved on the connecting pipe 2 and is located outside the kettle body 1; the sealing ring 3 includes a first sealing ring 31 located between the cover plate 5 and the connecting pipe 2, and a second sealing ring 32 located between the cover plate 5 and the kettle body 1. The cover plate 5 and the connecting pipe 2 in the switch assembly 20 of the present invention are separately arranged, which makes it easier to process the switch assembly 20 and reduces the processing cost of the switch assembly 20. In addition, the kettle 100 of the present invention increases the sealing area of ​​the sealing ring 3 in the circumferential direction of the connecting pipe 2 compared with the existing sealing structure by arranging the first sealing ring 31 and the second sealing ring 32 on the switch assembly 20. At the same time, it also improves the sealing performance of the end faces on both sides of the cover plate 5, making the overall sealing performance of the sealing ring 3 more stable and reliable, thereby preventing water in the kettle body 1 from flowing out of the cover plate 5, and ensuring the sealing between the switch assembly 20 and the kettle body 1.

[0024] Specifically, the first sealing ring 31 and the second sealing ring 32 are both sleeved on the connecting tube 2, and the second sealing ring 32 is located on the side of the first sealing ring 31 close to the kettle body 1. The width of the first sealing ring 31 is not less than the width of the cover plate 5, one side of the second sealing ring 32 abuts against the outer wall of the kettle body 1, and the other side abuts against the first sealing ring 31, thereby increasing the sealing area of ​​the sealing ring 3 in the circumferential direction of the connecting tube 2, and at the same time, improving the sealing performance of the end faces on both sides of the cover plate 5.

[0025] It can be understood that the connecting tube 2 is connected to the inside of the kettle body 1, that is, the connecting tube 2 is connected to the water in the kettle 100. When the user turns on the switch assembly 20, the connecting tube 2 is connected to the outside world at the same time, so that the water contained in the kettle body 1 flows from the kettle body 1 to the user's water container through the connecting tube 2. When the user turns off the switch assembly 20, the connecting tube 2 is disconnected from the outside world, and the water in the kettle body 1 will not flow out through the connecting tube 2. Therefore, by controlling the switch assembly 20, the water in the kettle body 1 can be controllably taken.

[0026] Furthermore, the outer diameter of the first sealing ring 31 is smaller than the outer diameter of the second sealing ring 32 , so that the side of the second sealing ring 32 close to the cover plate 5 abuts against the first sealing ring 31 and the cover plate 5 at the same time, further improving the sealing between the cover plate 5 and the kettle body 1 .

[0027] Furthermore, the first sealing ring 31 and the second sealing ring 32 are integrally arranged, that is, the cross-section of the sealing ring 3 is step-shaped, and the step-shaped sealing ring 3 is easy to install, and the sealing between the first sealing ring 31 and the second sealing ring 32 is ensured, so that the overall sealing performance of the sealing ring 3 is more stable and reliable, thereby preventing water in the kettle body 1 from flowing out of the cover plate 5, and ensuring the sealing between the switch assembly 20 and the kettle body 1.

[0028] For further information, see Figure 3 As shown, a thread 21 is provided on the outer circumference of the connecting tube 2 located inside the kettle body 1, the switch assembly 20 includes a nut 4 matched with the thread 21, and a stopper 6 located outside the kettle body 1 and circumferentially connected to the connecting tube 2, and the side of the cover plate 5 away from the kettle body 1 abuts against the side of the stopper 6 facing the kettle body 1, and through the cooperation of the nut 4 and the stopper 6, the sealing ring 3 is tightly connected between the cover plate 5 and the kettle body 1, thereby improving the overall sealing of the sealing ring 3 and preventing water in the kettle body 1 from flowing out of the cover plate 5.

[0029] It can be understood that no thread is provided at the position where the connecting tube 3 cooperates with the cover plate 5, and since the side of the cover plate 5 away from the kettle body 1 abuts against the side of the stopper 6 toward the kettle body 1, the locking nut 4 can be used to reduce the distance between the side wall of the cover plate 5 and the kettle body 1, so that the first sealing ring 31 and the second sealing ring 32 are in a clamped state, thereby further ensuring the overall sealing performance of the sealing ring 3 and ensuring that the water in the kettle body 1 will not leak through the thread 21 of the switch assembly 20 and the cover plate 5.

[0030] Furthermore, the switch assembly 20 further includes a third sealing ring 7 located between the side wall of the kettle body 1 and the nut 4, and the third sealing ring 7 further improves the sealing between the switch assembly 20 and the kettle body 1. It is ensured that there is no gap between the nut 4 and the side wall of the kettle body 1.

[0031] In a specific embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 As shown, the nut 4 is provided with a receiving groove 41 on one side facing the stopper 6, and the second sealing ring 32 is embedded in the receiving groove 41, which not only ensures the sealing between the nut 4 and the side wall of the kettle body 1, but also facilitates the positioning when installing the third sealing ring. It can be understood that the nut 4 is provided with a threaded hole for the connecting pipe 2 to pass through, and the receiving groove 41 is connected to the threaded hole.

[0032] Furthermore, a connecting structure 8 is provided between the stopper 6 and the cover plate 5, see Figure 3 As shown, the connection structure 8 includes the stopper 6 and the cover plate 5, one of which is provided with a protrusion 81 protruding toward the other, and the other is provided with a matching hole 82 matching with the protrusion 81. Through the matching of the protrusion 81 and the matching hole 82, the separately arranged cover plate 5 is connected to the stopper 6, and at the same time, the position of the cover plate 5 on the connecting pipe 2 is also guaranteed.

[0033] It can be understood that the number of protrusions 81 can be multiple, and the number and positions of the matching holes 82 correspond to the protrusions 81. By setting multiple protrusions 81 and multiple matching holes 82, the circumferential rotation of the cover plate 5 along the connecting pipe 2 is limited, further ensuring the accuracy of the installation position of the cover plate 5 on the connecting pipe 2.

[0034] For further information, see Figure 2 As shown, a through hole 11 is provided on the side wall of the kettle body 1 for the connecting pipe 2 to pass through, and the through hole 11 is located close to the bottom wall of the kettle body 1, so that when the water in the kettle body 1 is at a lower water level, water can be taken out by controlling the switch assembly 20.

[0035] Furthermore, a avoidance groove 12 is provided on the side wall of the kettle body 1, and the cover plate 5 is located in the avoidance groove 12, which is convenient for positioning the switch assembly 20 when connected to the kettle body 1, and can make the surface of the cover plate 5 flush with the surface of the kettle body 1, thereby improving the overall aesthetics of the kettle 100.

[0036] It is understandable that the kettle 100 in the present invention uses the structure of the existing kettle 100 except for the above-mentioned structure, which will not be described in detail here.

[0037] Another aspect of the present invention is a refrigeration device having a refrigerating compartment. A kettle 100 is disposed in the refrigerating compartment. The specific structure of the kettle 100 is as described above and will not be described in detail herein.

[0038] It is understandable that the refrigerated compartment includes a door body and a box body, and the kettle 100 is placed on the door body, which is convenient for the user to get water and can also save storage space in the refrigerated box body.

[0039] The cover plate 5 and the connecting pipe 2 in the switch assembly 20 of the present invention are separately arranged, which makes it easier to process the switch assembly 20. In addition, the kettle 100 of the present invention increases the circumferential sealing area of ​​the connecting pipe 2 compared with the existing sealing structure by arranging the first sealing ring 31 and the second sealing ring 32 on the switch assembly 20. At the same time, it also improves the sealing performance of the end faces on both sides of the cover plate 5, making the overall sealing performance of the sealing ring 3 more stable and reliable, thereby preventing water in the kettle body 1 from flowing out from the cover plate 5, and ensuring the sealing between the switch assembly 20 and the kettle body 1.

[0040] It should be understood that although this specification is described according to implementation modes, not every implementation mode contains only one independent technical solution. This description of the specification is only for the sake of clarity. Those skilled in the art should regard the specification as a whole. The technical solutions in each implementation mode may also be appropriately combined to form other implementation modes that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

[0041] The series of detailed descriptions listed above are only specific descriptions of feasible implementation methods of the present invention. They are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention. Any equivalent implementation methods or changes that do not deviate from the technical spirit of the present invention should be included in the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A kettle, comprising a kettle body, and a switch assembly detachably connected to the kettle body, characterized in that: The switch assembly comprises: A connecting pipe, the connecting pipe is connected to the interior of the kettle body; A cover plate, which is sleeved on the connecting pipe and located outside the kettle body; A sealing ring, wherein the sealing ring comprises a first sealing ring located between the cover plate and the connecting pipe, and a second sealing ring located between the cover plate and the kettle body.

2. The kettle according to claim 1, characterized in that An outer diameter of the first sealing ring is smaller than an outer diameter of the second sealing ring.

3. The kettle according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The first sealing ring and the second sealing ring are integrally provided.

4. The kettle according to claim 1, characterized in that A thread is provided on the outer circumference of the connecting tube located inside the kettle body, the switch assembly includes a nut matching the thread, a stopper located outside the kettle body and circumferentially connected to the connecting tube, and a side of the cover plate away from the kettle body abuts against a side of the stopper facing the kettle body.

5. The kettle according to claim 4, characterized in that The switch assembly also includes a third sealing ring located between the side wall of the kettle body and the nut.

6. The kettle according to claim 5, characterized in that A receiving groove is provided on one side of the nut facing the stopper, and the second sealing ring is embedded in the receiving groove.

7. The kettle according to claim 4, characterized in that A connection structure is provided between the stopper and the cover plate, wherein the connection structure includes a protrusion protruding toward the other on one of the stopper and the cover plate, and a matching hole matching with the protrusion on the other.

8. The kettle according to claim 1, characterized in that A through hole for the connecting pipe to pass through is provided on the side wall of the kettle body, and the through hole is located close to the bottom wall of the kettle body.

9. The kettle according to claim 1, characterized in that A avoidance groove is provided on the side wall of the kettle body, and the cover plate is located in the avoidance groove.

10. A refrigeration device having a refrigeration compartment, characterized in that: The cold storage room is provided with a kettle as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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