Atomizer and atomizing device

Abstract

The invention discloses an atomizer and an atomizing device. The atomizer comprises a shell provided with a containing space and a liquid inlet; the atomizing core is arranged in the containing space in a removable mode. The atomizing core is provided with a heating piece and a liquid guide piece. And the liquid guide is connected with the liquid inlet and the heating element so as to deliver the aerosol generating substrate outside the accommodating space to the heating element. The atomization core is detachably arranged in the containing space of the shell, when the atomization core needs to be replaced, only the atomization core needs to be detached for replacement, the defect that in the prior art, the whole equipment needs to be replaced can be overcome, and the use cost of a user is greatly reduced; meanwhile, the aerosol generating matrix outside the containing space is guided into the heating piece through the liquid guiding piece, and the defect caused by the fact that all the aerosol generating matrixes are stored in the atomizing core in the prior art is overcome.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of electronic atomization technology, specifically to an atomizer and atomization device. Background Technology

[0002] In electronic atomization products using related technologies, the aerosol generating matrix is ​​stored in the atomizer through pre-injection. Typically, the volume of the atomizer is no more than 2 ml. When the pre-injected aerosol generating matrix is ​​completely consumed, a new atomizer needs to be replaced.

[0003] The problem with related electronic atomization products is that the atomizer volume is very limited, requiring consumers to frequently replace the atomizer, resulting in high usage costs. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This application provides an atomizer and atomizing device to solve the problems of high usage cost and poor user experience of electronic atomization products.

[0005] In one embodiment, an atomizer is provided, comprising: a housing having a receiving space and a liquid inlet; an atomizing core removably disposed in the receiving space, the atomizing core having: a heating element; and a liquid guiding element connecting the liquid inlet and the heating element to deliver an aerosol generating matrix outside the receiving space to the heating element.

[0006] In one embodiment, the liquid guiding element includes an atomizing liquid guiding element connected to the liquid guiding element of the heating element.

[0007] In one embodiment, the atomizing liquid guiding component includes a first liquid guiding portion connected to the heating element and a second liquid guiding portion extending from the first liquid guiding portion to the liquid inlet.

[0008] In one embodiment, the liquid guiding component further includes a lower liquid guiding component disposed in the accommodating space and extending to the liquid inlet to access the aerosol generating matrix outside the accommodating space; the lower liquid guiding component is in contact with the liquid guiding component of the atomizing liquid guiding component.

[0009] In one embodiment, the liquid guiding component further includes an upper liquid guiding component disposed in the accommodating space; the upper liquid guiding component is respectively connected to the lower liquid guiding component and the atomizing liquid guiding component for liquid guiding.

[0010] In one embodiment, the liquid absorption capacity of the lower liquid guide is greater than that of the atomizing liquid guide, and the liquid absorption capacity of the atomizing liquid guide is greater than that of the upper liquid guide.

[0011] In one embodiment, the atomizing liquid guiding element, the upper liquid guiding element, and the lower liquid guiding element are liquid guiding cotton or porous ceramic liquid guiding elements.

[0012] In one embodiment, the atomizing core further includes an atomizing core base, and the heating element and the liquid guiding element are fixedly installed on the atomizing core base; the atomizing core base is at least partially exposed outside the housing.

[0013] In one embodiment, the atomizing core base is provided with operating parts on both sides; the lower side wall of the housing is provided with a side wall slot; when the atomizing core is inserted into the housing, the operating parts can be engaged in the side wall slot.

[0014] In one embodiment, the atomizing core is provided with an atomizing channel; the atomizing core base includes a vent hole communicating with the atomizing channel.

[0015] In one embodiment, the bottom surface of the atomizing core base is provided with two conductive blind holes, and the ends of the positive and negative leads of the heating element are respectively fixed in the conductive blind holes.

[0016] In one embodiment, the outer sidewall of the housing is provided with a slot or a protrusion.

[0017] This application also provides an atomizing device, comprising: a main unit, a container for storing an aerosol generating matrix, and the aforementioned atomizer; the main unit has a first cavity, the atomizer being assembled into or removable from the first cavity, such that the atomizer is electrically connected to or disconnected from the main unit; the container has an outlet for the aerosol generating matrix, and the liquid guiding element is configured to absorb the aerosol generating matrix flowing out from the outlet and deliver it to the heating element.

[0018] In one embodiment, the atomizing device further includes a liquid delivery structure that connects the outlet of the container with the liquid delivery element of the atomizer.

[0019] In one embodiment, the infusion structure includes an infusion component; the infusion component is disposed at the outlet of the container, and the liquid guide is connected to the liquid guide of the nebulizer.

[0020] In one embodiment, the host includes a first cavity and a second cavity arranged side by side;

[0021] The atomizer is removably disposed in the first cavity; the container is disposed in the second cavity;

[0022] The first cavity and the second cavity are connected through the infusion structure.

[0023] In one embodiment, the container is detachably connected to the host computer.

[0024] In one embodiment, the container and the host are provided with a snap-fit ​​structure to engage them; and / or

[0025] A concave-convex structure is provided between the atomizer and the main unit to position them; and / or

[0026] A first sealing structure is provided between the container and the host; and / or

[0027] A second sealing structure is provided between the atomizer and the main unit.

[0028] In one embodiment, a fastening structure is provided between the atomizer and the container to lock them together.

[0029] In one embodiment, the fastening structure includes a slot on the outer side wall of the atomizer housing and a protrusion on the side wall of the container that slides and engages with the slot; or

[0030] The fastening structure includes a protrusion on the outer side wall of the atomizer housing and a slot on the side wall of the container that slides and engages with the protrusion.

[0031] According to the atomizer and atomizing device of the above embodiments, by removably setting the atomizing core in the housing's accommodating space, when the atomizing core needs to be replaced, only the atomizing core needs to be removed for replacement, which avoids the defect of the prior art that requires the replacement of the entire device, greatly reducing the user's operating costs; at the same time, by guiding the aerosol generating matrix outside the accommodating space to the heating element through the liquid guiding component, the defect of storing all aerosol generating matrix in the atomizing core in the prior art is avoided. Attached Figure Description

[0032] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the atomizer in one embodiment;

[0033] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of one embodiment of a liquid guiding component of an atomizer disposed in an atomizing device;

[0034] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of another embodiment of the liquid guiding component of the atomizer disposed in the atomizing device in one embodiment;

[0035] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of another embodiment of the liquid guiding component of the atomizer disposed in the atomizing device in one embodiment;

[0036] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram showing the protective cover of the atomizer separated from the housing in one embodiment;

[0037] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram showing the separation of the atomizing core and the housing in one embodiment;

[0038] Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of an atomizer in one embodiment;

[0039] Figure 8 This is an exploded view of the atomizer in one embodiment;

[0040] Figure 9 This is an exploded view of the atomizing device in one embodiment;

[0041] Figure 10 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram showing the flow path of the atomizing device for generating the aerosol matrix in one embodiment;

[0042] Figure 11 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram showing the flow path of the atomizing airflow in one embodiment of the atomizing device;

[0043] The reference numerals in the attached drawings are as follows: 10-Atomizer, 11-Housing shell, 111-Accommodation space, 112-Liquid inlet, 113-Side wall groove, 114-Slot, 115-Seal, 116-Protrusion, 12-Atomizer core, 121-Heating element, 122-Liquid guide, 1221-Atomizing liquid guide, 12211-First liquid guide section, 12212-Second liquid guide section, 1222-Lower liquid guide, 1223-Upper liquid guide, 12231-Mounting through hole, 1224-Atomizing channel, 123-Atomizer core base, 123 1-Operating section, 1232-Protrusion, 1233-Ventilation hole, 1234-Conductive blind hole, 13-Suction nozzle, 131-Suction channel, 14-Suction component, 15-Upper seal, 16-Protective cover, 20-Main unit, 21-Infusion structure, 211-Conducting component, 212-Infusion component, 22-First chamber, 23-Second chamber, 25-Air guide column, 26-Air inlet, 30-Container, 31-Outlet, 32-Outlet seal, 33-Snap hole, 34-Protrusion, 40-Battery assembly, 41-Battery, 42-Electrode. Detailed Implementation

[0044] The present application will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. Similar elements in different embodiments are referred to by related similar element reference numerals. In the following embodiments, many details are described to facilitate a better understanding of the present application. However, those skilled in the art will readily recognize that some features may be omitted in different situations, or may be replaced by other elements, materials, or methods. In some cases, certain operations related to the present application are not shown or described in the specification. This is to avoid obscuring the core parts of the present application with excessive description. For those skilled in the art, detailed description of these related operations is not necessary; they can fully understand the related operations based on the description in the specification and general technical knowledge in the art.

[0045] Furthermore, the features, operations, or characteristics described in the specification can be combined in any suitable manner to form various embodiments. At the same time, the steps or actions in the method description can be rearranged or adjusted in a manner obvious to those skilled in the art. Therefore, the various orders in the specification and drawings are only for the clear description of a particular embodiment and do not imply a necessary order, unless otherwise stated that a particular order must be followed.

[0046] The serial numbers assigned to components in this document, such as "first" and "second," are used only to distinguish the described objects and have no sequential or technical meaning. The terms "connection" and "linkage" used in this application, unless otherwise specified, include both direct and indirect connections (linkages).

[0047] This invention addresses the problems of existing atomizing devices requiring complete replacement when their lifespan ends, and the potential for leakage due to excessive aerosol generation matrix stored in the atomizer core, or dry burning due to insufficient matrix. In this application, when the atomizer core needs replacement, only the core needs to be removed, significantly reducing user costs. Furthermore, by using a liquid guide to direct the aerosol generation matrix outside the storage space to the heating element, it avoids the drawbacks of existing technologies where all aerosol generation matrix is ​​stored in the atomizer core.

[0048] Please refer to Figures 1 to 8 In one embodiment, an atomizer 10 is provided, including a housing 11 and an atomizing core 12.

[0049] The housing 11 has a receiving space 111 and a liquid inlet 112; the atomizing core 12 is removably disposed in the receiving space 111.

[0050] The atomizing core 12 includes a heating element 121 and a liquid guiding element 122. The liquid guiding element 122 guides the liquid inlet 112 and the heating element 121 to deliver the aerosol generation matrix outside the containment space 111 to the heating element 121.

[0051] When the user inhales, the host 20 supplies power to the atomizing core 12 through inhalation or button operation. The heating element 121 of the atomizing core 12 then operates, generating heat to heat the aerosol generation matrix delivered by the atomizing liquid guide 122, thereby producing aerosol for the user to inhale.

[0052] In the relevant technology, the atomizer 10 injects 2mL of aerosol generating matrix. When the 2mL aerosol generating matrix is ​​consumed, the atomizer 10 needs to be replaced entirely. With technological iteration, the service life of the liquid guiding component 122 and the heating component 121 has been continuously extended. Therefore, even after the 2mL aerosol generating matrix is ​​consumed, the heating component 121 and the liquid guiding component 122 are still usable. In this case, replacing the atomizer 10 entirely would result in serious waste.

[0053] Furthermore, stockpiling a large number of atomizers at once does not conform to the purchasing habits of ordinary consumers, thus requiring consumers to frequently visit stores to buy them, resulting in a poor user experience.

[0054] In one embodiment, reference Figure 8 The liquid guide 122 can draw in the aerosol generating matrix from outside the atomizer, so that the amount of aerosol generating matrix that the atomizer 10 can consume is much greater than the volume of the atomizer 10. For example, refer to Figure 9 When the atomizer 10 in the above embodiment is used in conjunction with the main unit 20 and the container 30, assuming the volume of the atomizer 10 is 2 mL and the volume of the container 30 is 30 mL, since the atomizer 10 can draw aerosol generation matrix from the outside of the atomizer through the liquid guide 122, the actual amount of aerosol generation matrix that the atomizer can consume is 12 mL. This is equivalent to the capacity of 6 atomizers 10 in the related art.

[0055] Furthermore, the volume of container 30 is not limited to 10mL. When the volume of container 30 is greater than a threshold (e.g., 30mL), the atomizing core 12 may have reached the end of its service life, but the aerosol generation matrix in container 30 may not be completely consumed. According to the description of the above embodiment, the atomizing core 12 can be removed relative to the atomizer 10, so that consumers can choose to replace it with a new atomizing core 12, which greatly reduces the user's cost and avoids waste of resources.

[0056] Meanwhile, the aerosol generating matrix outside the containing space 111 is introduced to the heating element 121 through the liquid guiding component 122. That is, the aerosol generating matrix is ​​drawn from the container outside the atomizing core 12, which is equivalent to appropriately extending the liquid guiding path of the aerosol generating matrix. This allows for better control of the storage amount of aerosol generating matrix near the heating element 121, avoids the problem of oversaturation of the aerosol generating matrix, and improves the user's inhalation experience.

[0057] Furthermore, since the atomizer 10 in the above embodiment needs to be used in conjunction with the main unit 20 with a liquid supply unit (e.g., the liquid supply unit is a container 30), the atomizer 10 does not need to be pre-injected with the aerosol generation matrix, or only a small amount of aerosol generation matrix needs to be injected. This solves the problem of leakage caused by the atomizer 10 during transportation (bumps, changes in altitude, etc.) and can significantly reduce the occurrence of customer complaints.

[0058] In one embodiment, the liquid guiding component 122 includes an atomizing liquid guiding component 1221 connected to the heating component 121. The atomizing liquid guiding component 1221 guides the aerosol generation matrix from outside the containment space 111 at the liquid inlet 112 to the heating component 121, where it is then heated and atomized by the heating component 121.

[0059] In one embodiment, such as Figure 2 As shown, the atomizing liquid guiding component 1221 includes a first liquid guiding portion 12211 connected to the heating element 121, and a second liquid guiding portion 12212 extending from the first liquid guiding portion 12211 to the liquid inlet 112. The aerosol generating matrix from outside the containing space 111 at the liquid inlet 112 is guided to the first liquid guiding portion 12212 via the second liquid guiding portion 12212, and then heated and atomized by the heating element 121. In this embodiment, by directly connecting the aerosol generating matrix from outside the containing space 111 through the atomizing liquid guiding component 1221, the amount of aerosol generating matrix remaining in the atomizing core 12 can be reduced, resulting in more precise atomization and improved user experience.

[0060] In some embodiments, the liquid absorption and storage capacities of the second liquid guiding part 12212 and the first liquid guiding part 12211 may be different. For example, the first liquid guiding part 12211 may be made of porous ceramic, while the second liquid guiding part 12212 may be made of cotton. Cotton has a greater liquid absorption and storage capacity than porous ceramic, and ceramic has a longer service life than cotton. Furthermore, cotton can provide sufficient liquid to the ceramic, making the heating element 121 less prone to dry burning. Therefore, this atomizing core 12 has a better overall service life and is less prone to dry burning.

[0061] In some embodiments, the liquid absorption and storage capacity of the second liquid guiding part 12212 is less than that of the first liquid guiding part 12211. For example, the material of the second liquid guiding part 12212 is porous ceramic, while the material of the first liquid guiding part is cotton. Since the liquid absorption and storage capacity of cotton is greater than that of porous ceramic, the aerosol generating matrix provided by the second liquid guiding part 12212 is less likely to be oversaturated. That is, in this atomizing core 12, the heating element 121 is less likely to be oversaturated with the aerosol generating matrix, resulting in poor inhalation.

[0062] In some embodiments, the second liquid guiding part 12212 may protrude from the end face of the liquid inlet 112, or be flush with the end face of the liquid inlet 112, or be inside the liquid inlet 112, as long as the second liquid guiding part 12212 can communicate with the external liquid guiding part, thereby introducing the aerosol generating matrix from outside the containment space 111.

[0063] In one embodiment, such as Figure 3As shown, the liquid guiding component 122 also includes a lower liquid guiding component 1222 disposed in the receiving space 111. The lower liquid guiding component 1222 extends to the liquid inlet 112 to connect with the aerosol generating matrix outside the receiving space 111. The lower liquid guiding component 1222 is in contact with the atomizing liquid guiding component 1221 to deliver the aerosol generating matrix to the atomizing liquid guiding component 1221, where it is then heated and atomized by the heating element 121 to generate an aerosol. In this embodiment, the lower liquid guiding component 1222 can be used to continuously provide the aerosol generating matrix to the heating element 121, effectively preventing dry burning.

[0064] In some embodiments, the liquid absorption capacity of the lower liquid guide 1222 and the atomizing liquid guide 1221 can be different. For example, the liquid absorption capacity of the lower liquid guide 1222 may be greater than that of the atomizing liquid guide 1221. This allows the lower liquid guide 1222 to quickly deliver the aerosol generation matrix outside the containing space 111 to the atomizing liquid guide 1221, while the liquid absorption capacity of the atomizing liquid guide 1221 is relatively lower than that of the lower liquid guide 1222, thus avoiding oversaturation and preventing the taste from being affected by oversaturation. It is understood that the liquid absorption capacity of the lower liquid guide 1222 and the atomizing liquid guide 1221 can be adjusted by changing their material or porosity.

[0065] In one embodiment, such as Figure 4 As shown, the liquid guiding component 122 also includes an upper liquid guiding component 1223 disposed in the receiving space 111. The upper liquid guiding component 1223 is connected to the lower liquid guiding component 1222 and the atomizing liquid guiding component 1221 for liquid guiding. The aerosol generating matrix outside the receiving space 111 is introduced through the lower liquid guiding component 1222, delivered to the upper liquid guiding component 1223, and then delivered to the atomizing liquid guiding component 1221, where it is heated and atomized by the heating element 121 to generate an aerosol.

[0066] In one embodiment, the upper liquid guide 1223 can be used to pre-inject the aerosol generating matrix to prevent coil clogging. This is because it takes a certain amount of time (around 20 seconds for typical products) for the aerosol generating matrix to be introduced from the container 30 to the heating element 121. If the upper liquid guide 1223 is not provided for pre-injecting the aerosol generating matrix, and the user immediately starts vaping after inserting the atomizer 10 into the main unit 20, there will be no aerosol generating matrix near the heating element 121, leading to coil clogging. This not only impairs the user experience but also reduces the lifespan of the atomizer coil 12 or even directly damages it.

[0067] In one embodiment, the lower liquid guide 1222 has a greater liquid absorption capacity than the atomizing liquid guide 1221, and the atomizing liquid guide 1221 has a greater liquid absorption capacity than the upper liquid guide 1223. The lower liquid guide 1222, with its greater liquid absorption capacity, can quickly deliver the aerosol generating matrix outside the containing space 111 to the upper liquid guide 1223; while the upper liquid guide 1223 has a weaker liquid absorption capacity, thus serving as a storage medium to store the aerosol generating matrix; and the atomizing liquid guide 1221 has a stronger liquid absorption capacity than the upper liquid guide 1223. After the heating element 121 atomizes the aerosol generating matrix in the atomizing liquid guide 1221, the atomizing liquid guide 1221 can draw in the aerosol generating matrix from the upper liquid guide 1223 for subsequent atomization. This embodiment can effectively and quickly replenish the aerosol generating matrix while ensuring that the aerosol generating matrix in the atomizing liquid guiding component 1221 is not oversaturated, thus affecting the taste.

[0068] In one embodiment, the atomizing liquid guiding element 1221, the lower liquid guiding element 1222, and the upper liquid guiding element 1223 can be liquid guiding cotton or porous ceramic liquid guiding elements, etc. In some embodiments, the atomizing liquid guiding element 1221 and the lower liquid guiding element 1222 can be porous ceramic liquid guiding elements, while the upper liquid guiding element 1223 is liquid guiding cotton. Of course, in other embodiments, the atomizing liquid guiding element 1221, the upper liquid guiding element 1223, and the lower liquid guiding element 1222 can be liquid guiding elements made of the same material, or they can all be liquid guiding elements made of different materials, as needed.

[0069] In one embodiment, such as Figure 6 As shown, the atomizer core 12 also includes an atomizer core base 123. The heating element 121 and the liquid guiding element 122 are mounted on the atomizer core 12 base. The atomizer core base 123 is at least partially exposed outside the housing 11. Users can pull the entire atomizer core 12 out of the housing 11 by manipulating the exposed portion of the atomizer core base 123, thus enabling detachable assembly and disassembly of the atomizer core 12 from the housing 11. This facilitates convenient operation and easy replacement of the atomizer core 12.

[0070] In one embodiment, the housing 11 is configured with one end of the atomizing core 12 as the lower part and the end for the user to inhale as the upper part.

[0071] like Figure 6As shown, the atomizer core base 123 has operating parts 1231 on both sides, and correspondingly, a side wall slot 113 is provided on the lower side wall of the housing 11. When the atomizer core 12 is inserted into the housing 11, the operating parts 1231 can be engaged in the side wall slot 113. In some embodiments, the side wall slot 113 can be located on both sides of the housing 11 and is generally square. Correspondingly, the operating parts 1231 are also square, and they are fastened together by an interference fit, thereby achieving a detachable connection between the atomizer core base 123 and the housing 11. Of course, the shapes of the operating parts 1231 and the side wall slot 113 can be designed as needed. In other embodiments, hooks, latches, or other fastening structures can also be provided between the operating parts 1231 and the side wall slot 113 to make the engagement more secure.

[0072] Furthermore, to facilitate the removal of the atomizing coil 12, the operating part 1231 protrudes at least partially from the outer wall of the housing 11, thereby facilitating user operation. In some embodiments, an operating protrusion 1232 may also be provided on the outer wall of the operating part 1231 to increase the contact area and increase friction, thereby making it easier for the user to grip and remove the atomizing coil 12 from the housing 11.

[0073] In one embodiment, such as Figure 7 As shown, the atomizing core 12 is provided with an atomization channel 1224, through which the generated aerosol can be output for the user to inhale. The atomizing core base 123 may include a vent 1233, which communicates with the atomization channel 1224 to allow outside air to enter through the vent 1233, mix with the aerosol in the atomization channel 1224, and then be output. The vent 1233 can cooperate with the corresponding air guide column 25 of the atomizing device to form a closed air passage, as described in detail later.

[0074] In one embodiment, such as Figure 7 As shown, the bottom surface of the atomizing core base 123 has two conductive blind holes 1234. The ends of the positive and negative leads of the heating element 121 are respectively fixed in the conductive blind holes 1234. When the atomizing core 12 is inserted into the atomizing device, the electrode 42 is inserted into the conductive blind hole 1234 and comes into contact with the ends of the positive and negative leads of the heating element 121, thereby providing power to the heating element 121. The design of the conductive blind hole 1234 ensures that the electrical connection between the electrode 42 and the heating element 121 is within a closed space, thereby preventing the aerosol generation matrix from entering the location of the electrode 42 and improving product safety.

[0075] In one embodiment, the outer sidewall of the housing 11 is provided with a slot 114 or a protrusion. The sidewall of the atomizing device or container 30 is provided with a corresponding protrusion 34 or slot, thereby better integrating the atomizer 10 with the atomizing device or container 30 into a whole, as described in detail later.

[0076] like Figure 8 As shown, in some embodiments, the shape of the upper liquid guide 1223 matches the shape of the inner cavity of the housing 11, so that it can be fixed to the housing 11 by interference fit. Of course, the upper liquid guide 1223 and the housing 11 can also be fixed by various existing methods, which are not limited here.

[0077] In some embodiments, the upper liquid guide 1223 is further provided with a mounting through hole 12231 for the atomizing liquid guide 1221 and the heating element 121 to be installed therein, so as to ensure that the aerosol generation matrix is ​​uniformly guided to the heating element 121 and improve the atomization effect.

[0078] In one embodiment, the lower liquid guide 1222 is fixedly installed at the lower end of the housing 11. Furthermore, the lower liquid guide 1222 is located on the outside of the atomizing core base 123, isolating it from the vent hole 1233 of the atomizing core base 123, thereby preventing the aerosol generation matrix from entering the vent hole 1233 and affecting the suction effect. Of course, the lower liquid guide 1222 can also be fixedly connected to the atomizing liquid guide 1221, or integrally formed with the atomizing liquid guide 1221.

[0079] like Figure 8 As shown, in some embodiments, the lower liquid guide 1222 consists of two parts, separately arranged on the outer side of the atomizer core base 123. Furthermore, the inner side of the lower liquid guide 1222 is arc-shaped, matching the shape of the atomizer core base 123. This two-piece design creates a space in the middle for inserting the atomizer core base 123, facilitating the insertion and removal of the atomizer core 12. It is understood that the lower liquid guide 1222 can also be a single piece or a multi-piece design, simply forming a space for inserting the atomizer core 12.

[0080] In one embodiment, the end face of the lower liquid guide 1222 protrudes from the lower end face of the housing 11. When the atomizer 10 is inserted into the atomizing device, this protruding portion is compressed to form a tight fit, which is more conducive to the transport of the aerosol generation matrix, as described later.

[0081] In one embodiment, the atomizer 10 further includes a mouthpiece 13 connected to the housing 11. The mouthpiece 13 has a suction channel 131 that communicates with the atomization channel 1224 of the atomizing core 12. When the user inhales, the aerosol can be drawn out through the atomization channel 1224 and the suction channel 131. The housing 11 and the mouthpiece 13 can be separate structures, which can be assembled into a whole after the components are assembled, improving the convenience of assembly. It is understood that the housing 11 and the mouthpiece 13 can also be a one-piece design, in which the internal components can be installed sequentially, which can reduce the number of parts and assembly steps.

[0082] In one embodiment, the atomizer 10 may further include a liquid-absorbing element 14 and an upper sealing element 15. A ventilation channel is provided in the liquid-absorbing element 14 and the upper sealing element 15, communicating with the atomization channel 1224 and the suction channel 131. The liquid-absorbing element 14 is located near the suction channel 131 and is used to absorb the liquid condensed from the aerosol. The upper sealing element 15 is located between the liquid-absorbing element 14 and the liquid-guiding element 122, thereby preventing the liquid absorbed by the liquid-absorbing element 14 from being transferred to the liquid-guiding element 122, ensuring the purity of the aerosol generation matrix. The upper sealing element 15 can be made of silicone or other materials.

[0083] In one embodiment, a sealing element 115 is provided on the lower outer wall of the housing 11. When the atomizer 10 is inserted into the atomizing device, the sealing element 115 can seal the gap between the outer wall of the housing 11 and the inner wall of the atomizing device, thereby preventing leakage of the aerosol generation matrix and ensuring no liquid leakage. The sealing element 115 can be a silicone sealing ring, or it can be a sealing element made of other materials.

[0084] In one embodiment, a protrusion 116 may be provided on the outer side of the housing 11. Correspondingly, a groove (not shown) may be provided on the inner wall of the cavity of the atomizing device. When the atomizer 10 is inserted, the atomizer 10 can be positioned by the cooperation of the protrusion 116 and the groove, forming a detachable fixed fit structure.

[0085] In one embodiment, the atomizer 10 may further include a protective cover 16. The protective cover 16 may be fitted onto the lower part of the housing 11 to close the lower opening of the housing 11, preventing the atomizing core 12, liquid guiding element 122, etc. from being exposed, thereby preventing the atomizer 10 from being contaminated before use.

[0086] Please refer to Figures 9 to 11 In one embodiment, an atomizing device is provided, which mainly includes a main unit 20, a container 30, and an atomizer 10 of any of the above embodiments.

[0087] The container 30 can be integrally formed with the main unit 20 or detachably installed on the main unit 20, and is used to output the aerosol generating matrix to the atomizer 10. The atomizer 10 is detachably connected to the main unit 20 and is used to heat and atomize the aerosol generating matrix from the container 30 to generate an aerosol for the user to inhale.

[0088] When the atomizing coil 12 of the atomizer 10 reaches the end of its service life, is about to reach the end of its service life, or needs to be replaced in other situations, the user can remove the atomizer 10 from the main unit 20, then disassemble the atomizing coil 12 from the housing 11 of the atomizer 10 for replacement. The atomizer 10 with the replaced atomizing coil 12 can then be inserted into the main unit 20 for reuse, thus greatly reducing the user's operating costs and avoiding resource waste. Simultaneously, the liquid guide 122 of the atomizing coil 12 guides the aerosol generating matrix of the container 30 to the heating element 121, avoiding the defects of existing technologies where all aerosol generating matrix is ​​stored in the atomizing coil 12.

[0089] In one embodiment, the atomizing device further includes a liquid delivery structure 21 that connects the outlet 31 of the container 30 to the liquid delivery element 122 of the atomizer 10. The liquid delivery structure 21 delivers the aerosol generating matrix of the container 30 to the liquid delivery element 122 of the atomizing core 12.

[0090] In one embodiment, the infusion structure 21 includes an infusion component 212. The infusion component 212 is disposed at the outlet 31 of the container 30 and is connected to the liquid guide component 122 of the atomizer 10. After the container 30 is assembled into the main unit 20, the aerosol generation matrix is ​​output from the outlet 31 of the container 30, adsorbed by the infusion component 212 at the end corresponding to the container 30, and transported to the end where the atomizing core 12 is located.

[0091] In one embodiment, the infusion component 212 is made of cotton and has a sheet-like structure. The infusion component 212 is arranged along a direction perpendicular to the length of the main unit 20. One end of the infusion component 212 covers the outlet 31 of the container 30, and the other end is connected to the liquid guide component 122.

[0092] In one embodiment, the main unit 20 includes a first chamber 22 and a second chamber 23 arranged side by side. The atomizer 10 is removably disposed in the first chamber 22, while the container 30 is disposed in the second chamber 23. The first chamber 22 and the second chamber 23 are connected by a liquid delivery structure 21. By using the two chambers arranged side by side, the atomizer 10 and the container 30 can be separated, which better avoids the mixing of gas and liquid.

[0093] In one embodiment, the container 30 is detachably connected to the main unit 20. The container 30 and the main unit 20 may also be provided with a snap-fit ​​structure to engage them. Figure 6 As shown, in some embodiments, the snap-fit ​​structure includes a snap hole 33 on the side wall of the container 30 and a barb (not shown) on the inner wall of the cavity of the main unit 20. After the container 30 is inserted, the container 30 is fixed in the cavity of the main unit 20 by the cooperation of the barb and the snap hole 33. It can be understood that the snap hole 33 can also be provided on the inner wall of the cavity of the main unit 20, while the barb is provided on the side wall of the container 30.

[0094] In one embodiment, to better position the atomizer 10, a concave-convex structure can be provided between the atomizer 10 and the main unit 20 to position them. In some embodiments, the concave-convex structure may include a circular protrusion 116 provided on the outer wall of the housing 11 of the atomizer 10, and a groove (not shown) provided on the inner wall of the first cavity 22 of the main unit 20. It is understood that in another embodiment, the concave-convex structure may include a circular groove provided on the outer wall of the housing 11 of the atomizer 10, and a protrusion provided on the inner wall of the first cavity 22 of the main unit 20. After the atomizer 10 is inserted into the first cavity 22, the protrusion 116 engages with the groove, thereby better positioning the atomizer 10 within the main unit 20.

[0095] In one embodiment, a first sealing structure may be provided between the container 30 and the host 20. This first sealing structure may be a sealing element that fits between the outlet 31 of the container 30 and the inner wall of the second cavity 23 of the host 20, thereby further improving the sealing performance and preventing leakage of the aerosol generation matrix from the gap between the container 30 and the second cavity 23. It is understood that the sealing element may be a separate silicone sealant, or a sealant formed by adding protrusions to the outer wall of the sealant of the container 30; of course, it may also be any other sealing structure.

[0096] In one embodiment, a second sealing structure may also be provided between the atomizer 10 and the main unit 20. For example... Figure 10 As shown, the second sealing structure can be a sealing element 115 disposed on the outer wall of the housing 11 of the atomizer 10. This sealing element 115 can be a silicone sealing ring or a sealing ring made of other materials. After the atomizer 10 is inserted into the first cavity 22, the sealing element 115 seals the gap between the outer wall of the atomizer 10 and the inner wall of the first cavity 22, thereby achieving a sealing effect and preventing the aerosol generation matrix from leaking out from the gap between the two.

[0097] In one embodiment, a fastening structure can also be provided between the atomizer 10 and the container 30. By fastening the atomizer 10 and the container 30 together through the fastening structure, the two can form a more stable whole, making the entire atomizing device more aesthetically pleasing; moreover, the more stable structure can further improve its performance in preventing leakage.

[0098] In one embodiment, the fastening structure includes a slot 114 on the outer side wall of the housing 11 of the atomizer 10 and a protrusion 34 on the side wall of the container 30 that slides and engages with the slot 114. In another embodiment, the fastening structure may also include a protrusion on the outer side wall of the housing 11 of the atomizer 10 and a slot on the side wall of the container 30 that slides and engages with the protrusion. The atomizer 10 and the container 30 can be slidably fastened together through the sliding engagement of the protrusion 34 and the slot 114.

[0099] In one embodiment, the liquid outlet direction of container 30 is parallel to, but opposite to, the airflow direction of atomizer 10. For example... Figure 10 As shown in the diagram, the liquid flow direction is as indicated by arrow A. The outlet 31 of the container 30 is set downwards, and the liquid outlet direction is downwards. The aerosol generating matrix flows to the infusion structure 21 under the action of gravity, and then is transferred to the liquid guiding component 122 through the infusion structure 21.

[0100] like Figure 11 As shown by arrow B, the airflow direction of the atomizer 10 is upward. During inhalation, the airflow enters from the suction port of the main unit 20, passes through the atomizing core 12 of the atomizer 10, and carries the aerosol out for the user to inhale. By separating the liquid outlet channel and the airflow channel, interference between the two is avoided, ensuring both the sealing of the aerosol generation matrix and the independence of the airflow, thus improving the safety and user experience of the entire device.

[0101] In one embodiment, the infusion structure 21 of the host 20 further includes a guide member 211 for opening the outlet 31 of the container 30 to form an outlet channel for outputting the aerosol generation matrix. The infusion member 212 is disposed downstream of the outlet channel, intersecting the outlet direction, and is used to transfer the aerosol generation matrix to the guide member 122. Figure 10 As shown, the liquid outlet channel is set vertically, while the infusion unit 212 is set horizontally; it is understandable that their setting angle and direction can be adjusted as needed.

[0102] In some embodiments, the container 30 may also be provided with a leak-proof component. This leak-proof component may include an outlet seal 32 with a slot. The guide member 211 compresses the outlet seal 32 of the aerosol generating container 30, preventing the aerosol generating matrix from forming a sealing oil film at the slot, thereby opening the liquid outlet channel of the container 30. The guide member 211 may be a hollow liquid guide tube, such as a steel pipe. In some embodiments, the leak-proof component includes a sealing membrane, and the guide member 211 may be a puncture structure that punctures the sealing membrane, thereby opening the liquid outlet channel. The puncture structure may be a syringe structure with a liquid guide hole, or a rod-shaped structure made of an oil-guiding material or oil-guiding structure.

[0103] When the container 30 is assembled with the host 20, the liquid outlet channel of the container 30 can be connected through the guide 211, which can effectively prevent oil leakage during the assembly process and improve the convenience of use.

[0104] In one embodiment, the lower liquid guide 1222 protrudes from the liquid inlet 112 of the housing 11. After the atomizer 10 is inserted and installed into the main unit 20, the protruding part comes into contact with the liquid delivery component 212. Since the end face of the lower liquid guide 1222 protrudes from the lower end face of the housing 11, the protruding part is squeezed so that the liquid delivery component 212 and the lower liquid guide 1222 form a tight fit, which is more conducive to the transmission of the aerosol generation matrix.

[0105] In one embodiment, the atomizing device further includes a battery assembly 40, which provides operating power to the atomizing core 12 of the atomizer 10.

[0106] In one embodiment, the battery assembly 40 may include a battery 41 and two electrodes 42 connected to the positive and negative terminals of the battery 41. After the atomizer 10 is inserted into the main unit 20, the electrodes 42 are inserted into the corresponding conductive blind holes 1234 of the atomizer 10. The electrodes 42 are in contact with the positive and negative terminals of the heating element 121, thereby providing power to the heating element 121. The design of the conductive blind holes 1234 ensures that the electrical connection between the electrodes 42 and the heating element 121 is within a closed space, thereby preventing the aerosol generation matrix from entering the location of the electrodes 42 and improving product safety.

[0107] In one embodiment, the main unit 20 may also be provided with an air guide column 25. The air guide column 25 corresponds to the vent 1233 of the atomizing core base 123. After the atomizer 10 is inserted into the atomizing device, the air guide column 25 is inserted into the atomizing core base 123 and is aligned with the vent 1233, thereby forming a closed air passage.

[0108] Correspondingly, an air inlet 26 can also be provided on the main unit 20, and the air inlet 26 is connected to the air guide column 25. Of course, the air inlet 26 can be set on the bottom surface, side surface or other suitable location of the main unit 20.

[0109] During inhalation, the airflow enters the main unit 20 through the air inlet 26, then passes through the air guide column 25 into the air vent 1233 of the atomizer base 123, and then enters the atomization channel 1224 of the atomizer 12, carrying out the aerosol generated by the heating element 121 and into the mouthpiece 13. Figure 11 The direction indicated by arrow B in the middle.

[0110] In some embodiments, the main unit 20 of the atomizing device may also include an airflow sensor, etc.; of course, the main unit 20 may also be provided with a bracket for installing the power supply component, the infusion component 212, etc., which will not be described in detail here.

[0111] The above examples illustrate this application only to aid understanding and are not intended to limit its scope. Those skilled in the art to which this application pertains can make various simple deductions, modifications, or substitutions based on the ideas presented.

Claims

1. An atomizer, characterized in that, include: The shell (11) has a receiving space (111) and a liquid inlet (112); An atomizing core (12) is removably disposed in the receiving space (111), the atomizing core (12) having: Heating element (121); A liquid guide (122) connects the liquid inlet (112) and the heating element (121) to deliver an aerosol generating matrix outside the containment space (111) to the heating element (121).

2. The atomizer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The liquid guiding component (122) (131) includes an atomizing liquid guiding component (1221) that is connected to the heating element (121) for liquid guiding.

3. The atomizer according to claim 2, characterized in that, The atomizing liquid guiding component (1221) includes a first liquid guiding part (12211) connected to the heating element (121) and a second liquid guiding part (12212) extending from the first liquid guiding part to the liquid inlet (112).

4. The atomizer according to claim 2, characterized in that, The liquid guiding component (122) further includes a lower liquid guiding component (1222) disposed in the receiving space (111) and extending to the liquid inlet (112) to access the aerosol generating matrix outside the receiving space (111); The lower liquid guide (1222) is in contact with the atomizing liquid guide (1221).

5. The atomizer according to claim 4, characterized in that, The liquid guiding component (122) further includes an upper liquid guiding component (1223) disposed in the receiving space (111); The upper liquid guiding component (1223) is connected to the lower liquid guiding component (1222) and the atomizing liquid guiding component (1221) respectively.

6. The atomizer according to claim 5, characterized in that, The lower liquid guide (1222) has a greater liquid absorption capacity than the atomizing liquid guide (1221), and the atomizing liquid guide (1221) has a greater liquid absorption capacity than the upper liquid guide (1223).

7. The atomizer according to claim 5, characterized in that, The atomizing liquid guiding component (1221), the upper liquid guiding component (1223), and the lower liquid guiding component (1222) are liquid guiding cotton or porous ceramic liquid guiding components (122).

8. The atomizer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The atomizing core (12) also includes an atomizing core base (123), and the heating element (121) and the liquid guiding element (122) are fixedly installed on the atomizing core base (123); The atomizing core base (123) is at least partially exposed outside the housing (11).

9. The atomizer according to claim 8, characterized in that, The atomizing core base (123) is provided with operating parts (1231) on both sides; The lower side wall of the housing (11) is provided with a side wall slot (113); With the atomizing core (12) inserted into the housing (11), the operating part (1231) can be engaged in the side wall slot (113).

10. The atomizer according to claim 8, characterized in that, The atomizing core is also provided with an atomizing channel (1224); The atomizing core base (123) includes a vent (1233) that communicates with the atomizing channel (1224).

11. The atomizer according to claim 8, characterized in that, The bottom surface of the atomizing core base (123) is provided with two conductive blind holes (1234), and the ends of the positive and negative leads of the heating element (121) are respectively fixed in the conductive blind holes (1234).

12. The atomizer according to any one of claims 1-11, characterized in that, The outer side wall of the housing (11) is provided with a slot (114) or a protrusion (34).

13. An atomizing device, characterized in that, include: The host (20), the container (30) for storing the aerosol generation matrix, and the atomizer according to any one of claims 1-12; The host (20) has a first cavity (22), and the atomizer can be assembled in the first cavity (22) or can be removed from the first cavity (22) so that the atomizer is electrically connected to or disconnected from the host (20); The container (30) has an outlet (31) for an aerosol generating matrix, and the liquid guide (122) is configured to absorb the aerosol generating matrix flowing out from the outlet (31) and deliver it to the heating element (121).

14. The atomizing device according to claim 13, characterized in that, The atomizing device also includes a liquid delivery structure (21) that connects the outlet (31) of the container (30) with the liquid delivery component (122) of the atomizer.

15. The atomizing device according to claim 14, characterized in that, The infusion structure (21) includes an infusion component (212); The infusion component (212) is located at the outlet (31) of the container (30) and is connected to the liquid guide component (122) of the nebulizer.

16. The atomizing device according to any one of claims 13-15, characterized in that, The host (20) includes a first cavity (22) and a second cavity (23) arranged side by side; The atomizer is removably disposed in the first cavity (22); the container (30) is disposed in the second cavity (23); The first cavity (22) and the second cavity (23) are connected through the infusion structure (21).

17. The atomizing device according to any one of claims 13-15, characterized in that, The container (30) is detachably connected to the host (20).

18. The atomizing device according to claim 17, characterized in that, The container (30) and the host (20) are provided with a snap-fit ​​structure to fasten the two together; and / or A concave-convex structure is provided between the atomizer and the main unit (20) to position the two; and / or A first sealing structure is provided between the container (30) and the host (20); and / or A second sealing structure is provided between the atomizer and the main unit (20).

19. The atomizing device according to any one of claims 13-15, characterized in that, The atomizer and the container (30) are provided with a fastening structure that locks them together.

20. The atomizing device according to claim 19, characterized in that, The fastening structure includes a slot (114) on the outer side wall of the atomizer housing (11) and a protrusion (34) on the side wall of the container (30) that slides and engages with the slot (114); or The fastening structure includes a protrusion on the outer side wall of the housing (11) of the atomizer and a slot on the side wall of the container (30) that slides and engages with the protrusion.

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