Bathtub drainer
By setting a synchronous linkage module in the bathtub drain, water in the massage cavity and the main body of the bathtub can be discharged synchronously, which solves the problem of water accumulation in the massage cavity in the existing technology and improves user health and usage experience.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202510924108.8
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-04
- Publication Date
- 2025-09-23
AI Technical Summary
The double drain outlet design of existing bathtub drains causes water to accumulate in the massage chamber, which can easily breed bacteria over time, affecting user health and increasing cleaning difficulty.
A bathtub drainer is designed. By setting a synchronous linkage module, a first blocking module and a second blocking module are linked to achieve synchronous opening or closing of the first water inlet and the second water inlet, ensuring that water in the massage cavity and the main body of the bathtub is discharged at the same time.
Effectively avoid water accumulation in the massage cavity, reduce the risk of bacterial growth, reduce odor generation, reduce cleaning frequency, and improve user experience.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of drains, in particular to a bathtub drain. Background Art
[0002] As people's quality of life continues to improve, bathtubs are becoming increasingly common in home bathroom facilities. To meet diverse usage needs, some bathtubs are equipped with massage chambers. This internal water system provides a water massage function, providing users with a more comfortable bathing experience.
[0003] In the existing bathtub drain design, it is usually necessary to set up a first drain port and a second drain port separately, wherein the first drain port is used to connect to the bathtub body to drain the bath water in the bathtub; the second drain port is used to connect to the massage chamber water channel inside the bathtub to drain the accumulated water in the massage chamber. However, this double drain port design has obvious defects. In the prior art, the drainage operations of the first drain port and the second drain port are not performed synchronously. When the user opens the first drain port to drain the bath water in the bathtub, the drainage of the massage chamber is not synchronized, which results in water still accumulating in the massage chamber after the bathtub body is drained. The accumulated water that remains for a long time is very likely to breed bacteria, mold and other microorganisms, which not only produces an unpleasant odor, but also may pose a potential threat to the user's health. At the same time, the accumulated water in the massage chamber will also increase the difficulty and frequency of daily cleaning and maintenance, reducing the user's experience. Summary of the Invention
[0004] The present invention is intended to solve at least one of the technical problems in the prior art. To this end, the present invention proposes a bathtub drain.
[0005] A bathtub drain is designed for this purpose, comprising a drain body, wherein the drain body is connected to a first water inlet, a second water inlet and a drain outlet; the drain body is provided with a first blocking module for blocking the first water inlet; the drain body is provided with a second blocking module for blocking the second water inlet; a synchronous linkage module is provided in the drain body; the synchronous linkage module is used to link the first blocking module and the second blocking module; when the first blocking module moves from an open position to a sealed position, it synchronously drives the second blocking module to move from an open position to a sealed position; when the first blocking module moves from a sealed position to an open position, the second blocking module synchronously moves from a sealed position to an open position.
[0006] Preferably, the synchronous linkage module includes a constraint base, a track matching member, a first elastic element for providing an upward thrust to the first blocking module, and a synchronous driving member, the first blocking module is arranged to move up and down relative to the constraint base, and the constraint base is provided with a track groove; the track matching member is connected to the first blocking module and is arranged to move along the track groove;
[0007] The track groove is provided with a first limiting groove and a second limiting groove; when the track matching piece is hooked in the first limiting groove, the first blocking module is kept in the sealing position; when the track matching piece is hooked in the first limiting groove, the first blocking module is kept in the open position;
[0008] The synchronous driving member moves synchronously with the first blocking module and is used to drive the second blocking module to switch positions.
[0009] Preferably, the synchronous linkage module further comprises a moving part that moves up and down relative to the constraint base, and the moving part is connected to the first blocking module;
[0010] One end of the track matching piece is connected to the moving piece, and the other end is arranged to move along the track groove.
[0011] Preferably, the first blocking module includes a sealing end cover, the sealing end cover is connected to the moving part, and the sealing end cover is at least partially inserted into the first water inlet.
[0012] Preferably, the first blocking module further comprises a threaded connector, the threaded connector is threadedly connected to the moving part, and the moving part is threadedly connected to the sealing end cover.
[0013] Preferably, the track groove consists of a first travel groove and a second travel groove connected to each other;
[0014] The first limiting groove is arranged between the first end of the first travel groove and the tail end of the second travel groove;
[0015] The second limiting groove is arranged between the tail end of the first travel groove and the head end of the second travel groove.
[0016] Preferably, the second blocking module comprises a pipe connected to the second water inlet, a seal and a second elastic element, the pipe is provided with a chamber communicating with the interior of the drain body, and the chamber is provided with a sealing boss;
[0017] The sealing member is arranged to move relative to the chamber; the second elastic element is used to push the sealing member to fit and seal with the sealing boss;
[0018] The sealing boss is connected to a follower extending into the interior of the drain body; the follower is in close contact with the synchronous driving member for transmission.
[0019] Preferably, a limiting member is provided at one end of the pipe away from the drain body, and the second elastic element is provided between the limiting member and the sealing member.
[0020] Preferably, the drain outlet is arranged on the side wall or bottom wall of the drain body.
[0021] Compared to the prior art, the bathtub drain provided by the present invention effectively overcomes the problem of asynchronous drainage of the dual drain outlets in prior art bathtub drains by providing a synchronous linkage module to link the first and second blocking modules. When the user operates the first blocking module to change its position, the synchronous linkage module can drive the second blocking module to move synchronously, achieving the synchronous opening or closing of the first and second water inlets, thereby ensuring that accumulated water in the bathtub body and massage cavity can be drained simultaneously, preventing water from accumulating in the massage cavity. This design significantly reduces the risk of the growth of microorganisms such as bacteria and mold, reduces the generation of unpleasant odors, and protects user health. It also significantly reduces the difficulty and frequency of daily cleaning and maintenance, effectively improving the user experience. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0022] Figure 1 This is one of the three-dimensional structural diagrams of the present invention;
[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the cross-section structure of the drain in the open state;
[0024] Figure 3 The second schematic diagram of the cross-section structure of the drain in the open state;
[0025] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the drain in a closed state;
[0026] Figure 5 Schematic diagram of the structure of the track groove;
[0027] Figure 6 This is one of the interface diagrams of the drain;
[0028] Figure 7 This is the second diagram of the drainer interface. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0029] The following embodiments of the technical solution of the present application are described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. The following embodiments are only used to more clearly illustrate the technical solution of the present application and are therefore only examples and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present application.
[0030] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which this application belongs; the terms used herein are only for the purpose of describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit this application; the terms "including" and "having" and any variations thereof in the specification and claims of this application and the above-mentioned figure descriptions are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusions.
[0031] In the description of the implementation methods of this application, technical terms such as "first" and "second" are only used to distinguish different objects and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number, specific order or primary and secondary relationship of the indicated technical features.
[0032] Reference herein to an "embodiment" means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of the present application. The appearance of this phrase in various places in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor does it refer to independent or alternative embodiments that are mutually exclusive of other embodiments. It is understood, both explicitly and implicitly, by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described herein may be combined with other embodiments.
[0033] In the description of the embodiments of this application, the term "and / or" is simply a description of the association relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A exists alone, A and B exist simultaneously, and B exists alone. In addition, the character " / " in this document generally indicates that the related objects are in an "or" relationship.
[0034] In the description of the embodiments of the present application, the term "multiple" refers to more than two (including two). Similarly, "multiple groups" refers to more than two groups (including two groups), and "multiple pieces" refers to more than two pieces (including two pieces).
[0035] In the description of the embodiments of the present application, the technical terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or position relationship, are based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of the present application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be understood as limiting the embodiments of the present application.
[0036] In the description of the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, technical terms such as "installed," "connected," "connect," and "fixed" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integration; mechanical connections or electrical connections; direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; internal connections between two components or interactions between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meanings of the above terms in the embodiments of this application based on specific circumstances.
[0037] See also Figure 1-Figure 7 , a bathtub drain, the bathtub drain includes a drain body 10, the drain body 10 is connected to a first water inlet 110, a second water inlet 120 and a drain outlet 130; the drain body 10 is provided with a first blocking module 20 for blocking the first water inlet 110; the drain body 10 is provided with a second blocking module 30 for blocking the second water inlet 120; a synchronous linkage module 40 is provided in the drain body 10; the synchronous linkage module 40 is used to link the first blocking module 20 and the second blocking module 30; when the first blocking module 20 moves from the open position to the sealing position, it synchronously drives the second blocking module 30 to move from the open position to the sealing position; when the first blocking module 20 moves from the sealing position to the open position, the second blocking module 30 synchronously moves from the sealing position to the open position. This embodiment effectively overcomes the problem of asynchronous drainage of dual-drain bathtub drains in the prior art by providing a synchronous linkage module to link the first and second blocking modules. When the user manipulates the first blocking module to change its position, the synchronous linkage module drives the second blocking module to move synchronously, achieving synchronized opening and closing of the first and second water inlets. This ensures that accumulated water in the bathtub body and massage chamber is drained simultaneously, preventing water from accumulating in the massage chamber.
[0038] See also Figures 2 to 5The synchronous linkage module 40 includes a constraint base 410, a track matching piece 440, a first elastic element 430 for providing an upward thrust to the first blocking module 20, and a synchronous driving piece 450. The first blocking module 20 is arranged to move up and down relative to the constraint base 410, and the constraint base 410 is provided with a track groove 420; the track matching piece 440 is connected to the first blocking module 20 and is moved along the track groove 420; the track groove 420 is provided with a first limiting groove 423 and a second limiting groove 424; when the track matching piece 440 is hooked in the first limiting groove 423, the first blocking module 20 remains in the sealing position; when the track matching piece 440 is hooked in the first limiting groove 423, the first blocking module 20 remains in the open position; the synchronous driving piece 450 moves synchronously with the first blocking module 20 and is used to drive the second blocking module 30 to switch positions.
[0039] To move the first sealing module 20 from the open position to the sealed position, it is necessary to press down on it, causing it to move downward. During this downward movement, the first elastic element 430 is compressed and accumulates force. During this process, the track engaging member 440 disengages from the second retaining groove and extends downward until it engages within the first retaining groove. Furthermore, as the first sealing module 20 moves, the driving member 450 moves synchronously with it and drives the second sealing module 30 from the open position to the sealed position.
[0040] See also Figure 2 The synchronous linkage module 40 also includes a moving part 400 that moves up and down relative to the constraint base 410, and the moving part 400 is connected to the first blocking module 20; one end of the track matching part 440 is connected to the moving part 400, and the other end is moved along the track groove 420.
[0041] See also Figure 2 The first blocking module 20 includes a sealing end cover 210 , which is connected to the moving part 400 , and the sealing end cover 210 is at least partially inserted into the first water inlet 110 .
[0042] Furthermore, a sealing ring 220 is provided at the portion of the sealing end cover 210 that is inserted into the first water inlet 110 , and the sealing ring 220 can improve the sealing performance.
[0043] See also Figure 2The first plugging module 20 further includes a threaded connector 230, which is threadedly connected to the movable member 400, and the movable member 400 is threadedly connected to the sealing end cap 210. The threaded connector 230 not only facilitates the connection, but also allows the height of the first plugging assembly 20 to be adjusted as needed, thereby avoiding errors that may cause a decrease in sealing performance.
[0044] See also Figure 5 The trajectory groove 420 is composed of a first travel groove 421 and a second travel groove 422 connected to each other; the first limiting groove 423 is arranged between the leading end of the first travel groove 421 and the trailing end of the second travel groove 422; and the second limiting groove 424 is arranged between the trailing end of the first travel groove 421 and the leading end of the second travel groove 422. When the first blocking module 20 moves from the open position to the sealed position, the trajectory fitting member 440 moves downward along the first travel groove 421 from the second limiting groove 424 and then enters the first limiting groove 423. Under the action of the first elastic element 430, the trajectory fitting member 440 can remain engaged in the first limiting groove 423. When the first blocking module 20 is pressed again, the trajectory fitting member 440 moves downward with the first blocking module 20 and enters the second travel groove 422. Then, under the action of the first elastic element 430, it moves upward to achieve movement from the sealed position to the open position until the trajectory fitting member 440 enters the second limiting groove 424.
[0045] In the present invention, the first elastic element 430 is a spring.
[0046] See also Figures 2 to 4 The second blocking module 30 includes a pipe fitting 310, a sealing member 320 and a second elastic element 340 which are interconnected with the second water inlet 120. The pipe fitting 310 is provided with a chamber 311 which is connected to the interior of the drain body 10, and the chamber 311 is provided with a sealing boss 312; the sealing member 320 is arranged to move relative to the chamber 311; the sealing boss 312 is connected to a follower 330 which extends to the interior of the drain body 10; the follower 330 is in contact with the synchronous driving member 450 for transmission.
[0047] In the present invention, the synchronous drive member 450 is composed of a first portion and a second portion. The outer diameter of the first portion is smaller than the outer diameter of the second portion, and the first portion is located above the second portion. When the second portion of the synchronous drive member 450 contacts the follower 330, the second portion pushes the synchronous drive member 450 to move the seal 320, causing the seal 320 to move away from the sealing boss 312, thereby connecting the chamber 311 with the interior of the drain body 10, allowing drainage. When the second portion of the synchronous drive member 450 contacts the follower 330, because the outer diameter of the first portion is smaller than the outer diameter of the second portion, there is space for the follower 330 and the seal 320 to return to their original position. Under the action of the second elastic element 340, the seal 320 returns to its original position and seals against the sealing boss 312, achieving a seal.
[0048] The second elastic element 340 is a spring, and its function is to push the sealing member 320 to fit and seal with the sealing boss 312 .
[0049] A limiting member 350 is provided at one end of the pipe 310 away from the drain body 10 , and the second elastic element 340 is provided between the limiting member 350 and the sealing member 320 .
[0050] See also Figure 6 and Figure 7 The drain body 10 is further provided with an overflow interface 140, which is communicated with the interior of the drain body 10. When in use, the overflow interface 140 is connected to the overflow pipe of the bathtub, and the overflow interface 140 is arranged to maintain a connected state so that the overflowed water flow can be quickly discharged into the interior of the drain body 10.
[0051] See also Figure 1 、 Figure 2 and Figure 7 The overflow interface 140 is arranged on the side wall of the drain body 10 , and the drain outlet 130 is arranged on the bottom wall of the drain body 10 .
[0052] See also Figure 6 The overflow interface 140 and the drain outlet 130 are both arranged on the side wall of the drain body 10 , and the overflow interface 140 and the drain outlet 130 are respectively located on both sides of the drain body 10 .
[0053] The above shows and describes the basic principles, main features and advantages of the present invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. The above embodiments and descriptions are merely illustrative of the principles of the present invention. Various changes and modifications may be made to the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Such changes and modifications are intended to fall within the scope of the present invention. The scope of protection claimed in the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A bathtub drain, characterized by: The bathtub drain comprises a drain body (10), wherein the drain body (10) is connected to a first water inlet (110), a second water inlet (120) and a drain outlet (130); The drain body (10) is provided with a first blocking module (20) for blocking the first water inlet (110); The drain body (10) is provided with a second blocking module (30) for blocking the second water inlet (120); A synchronous linkage module (40) is provided in the drain body (10); the synchronous linkage module (40) is used to link the first blocking module (20) and the second blocking module (30); When the first blocking module (20) moves from the open position to the sealed position, it synchronously drives the second blocking module (30) to move from the open position to the sealed position; When the first blocking module (20) moves from the sealing position to the opening position, the second blocking module (30) moves from the sealing position to the opening position simultaneously.
2. The bathtub drainer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The synchronous linkage module (40) comprises a constraint base (410), a track matching member (440), a first elastic element (430) for providing an upward thrust to the first blocking module (20), and a synchronous driving member (450); the first blocking module (20) is arranged to move up and down relative to the constraint base (410); the constraint base (410) is provided with a track groove (420); the track matching member (440) is connected to the first blocking module (20) and is arranged to move along the track groove (420); The track groove (420) is provided with a first limiting groove (423) and a second limiting groove (424); when the track fitting member (440) is hooked in the first limiting groove (423), the first blocking module (20) is maintained in a sealed position; when the track fitting member (440) is hooked in the first limiting groove (423), the first blocking module (20) is maintained in an open position; The synchronous driving member (450) moves synchronously with the first blocking module (20) and is used to drive the second blocking module (30) to switch positions.
3. The bathtub drainer according to claim 2, characterized in that: The synchronous linkage module (40) further includes a moving part (400) that moves up and down relative to the constraint base (410), and the moving part (400) is connected to the first blocking module (20); One end of the track matching member (440) is connected to the moving member (400), and the other end is arranged to move along the track groove (420).
4. The bathtub drainer according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first blocking module (20) comprises a sealing end cover (210), the sealing end cover (210) is connected to the moving part (400), and the sealing end cover (210) is at least partially inserted into the first water inlet (110).
5. The bathtub drainer according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first blocking module (20) further comprises a threaded connection member (230), wherein the threaded connection member (230) is threadedly connected to the moving member (400), and the moving member (400) is threadedly connected to the sealing end cover (210).
6. A bathtub drain according to any one of claims 2 to 5, characterized in that: The track groove (420) is composed of a first travel groove (421) and a second travel groove (422) connected to each other; The first limiting groove (423) is arranged between the head end of the first travel groove (421) and the tail end of the second travel groove (422); The second limiting groove (424) is arranged between the tail end of the first travel groove (421) and the head end of the second travel groove (422).
7. The bathtub drainer according to claim 2, characterized in that: The second blocking module (30) comprises a pipe (310) interconnected with the second water inlet (120), a sealing member (320), and a second elastic element (340); a chamber (311) communicating with the interior of the drain body (10) is provided inside the pipe (310); a sealing boss (312) is provided inside the chamber (311); The sealing member (320) is arranged to move relative to the chamber (311); the second elastic element (340) is used to push the sealing member (320) to fit and seal with the sealing boss (312); The sealing boss (312) is connected to a driven member (330) extending into the interior of the drain body (10); the driven member (330) and the synchronous driving member (450) are in close contact and transmission.
8. The bathtub drainer according to claim 7, characterized in that: A limiting member (350) is provided at one end of the pipe (310) away from the drain body (10), and the second elastic element (340) is provided between the limiting member (350) and the sealing member (320).
9. The bathtub drainer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The drain port (130) is provided on the side wall or the bottom wall of the drain body (10).