Control module for instant heating type faucet

Abstract

The utility model provides a control module used for an instant heating type faucet, the instant heating type faucet comprises an upper fixing seat, a lower fixing seat and an extension seat, the lower fixing seat is located below the upper fixing seat, the extension seat is located on the outer side of the upper fixing seat, a heating module used for heating water is arranged in the upper fixing seat, and the extension seat is located on the outer side of the upper fixing seat. A temperature adjusting module used for receiving an input temperature value is arranged on the extending base, a quick-plug connector is arranged at the intersection of the outer side of the upper fixing base and the extending base, and a control module is arranged in a containing area formed between the upper fixing base and the lower fixing base. The temperature adjusting module converts a set temperature into an electric signal and is electrically connected with the control module through the quick connector, and the control module converts the electric signal into power and transmits the power to the heating module.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of water heating devices, in particular to a control module for instant hot water faucets. Background Art

[0002] Instant electric water faucets can heat the water quickly. Due to the convenience of taking hot water, their use has become more and more common. Usually, an inner tank is set in the faucet, and the inner tank includes an upper cover, a heating water chamber, and a lower seat. A water inlet assembly is set in the lower seat to let water in, and the water is heated by the heating water chamber and finally flows out from the water outlet pipe at the upper cover. A main control assembly is also set in the lower seat to control the heating power and connect the power supply. An extension seat is provided on one side of the lower seat, and a water flow regulating mechanism is provided at the extension seat. The handle of the water flow regulating mechanism is rotated to adjust the water flow size.

[0003] At present, the water temperature of instant electric water faucets is usually adjusted by touching or adjusting the knob. This structure requires a circuit structure to be set up inside the electric water faucet, and the circuit directly connects the circuit of the thermostat module to the control board. However, since the control board is installed inside and the thermostat module of the knob is on the outside, the wiring is relatively complicated, and the entire instant water faucet needs to be disassembled for maintenance, which has a great impact on the efficiency of assembly and disassembly and cannot meet the needs of mass production in factories. Summary of the invention

[0004] The problem to be solved by the utility model is to provide a control module for an instant hot water faucet, so as to solve the problem that the structure of the current instant electric hot water faucet is relatively complicated in internal wiring and the entire instant hot water faucet needs to be disassembled for maintenance, which has a great impact on the efficiency of assembly and disassembly.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by the utility model to solve the above-mentioned problem is: a control module for an instant hot water faucet, the instant hot water faucet comprises an upper fixing seat, a lower fixing seat, and an extension seat, the lower fixing seat is located below the upper fixing seat, the extension seat is located outside the upper fixing seat, a heating module for heating water is arranged inside the upper fixing seat, a temperature adjustment module for receiving an input temperature value is arranged on the extension seat, a quick-connect connector is arranged at the intersection of the outer side of the upper fixing seat and the extension seat, a control module is arranged inside a accommodating area formed between the upper fixing seat and the lower fixing seat, the temperature adjustment module converts the set temperature into an electrical signal and is electrically connected to the control module through the quick-connect connector, and the control module converts the electrical signal into power and transmits it to the heating module.

[0006] The user directly sets the water temperature through the thermostat module, which converts the set temperature value into an electrical signal and transmits it to the control board. The control board then converts the electrical signal into a power control signal and transmits it to the heating module, thereby achieving precise control of the water temperature. Compared with the prior art, the use of quick-connect connectors can simplify the line connection operation, making assembly and maintenance more convenient and quick. This can greatly reduce the time and workload required to disassemble and reconnect the cables.

[0007] Preferably, the control module includes a control board, and the control board is provided with a first interface and a second interface, and the first interface and the second interface are electrically connected to the quick-connect connector and the heating module, respectively.

[0008] Preferably, a mounting groove is provided at the intersection of the outer side of the upper fixing seat and the extension seat, and a side wall of the mounting groove penetrates to the interior to form a penetration portion, and a quick-plug connector is provided in the mounting groove, and the lower end of the quick-plug connector passes through the penetration portion through a wiring harness connector and is inserted into the first interface to form an electrical connection.

[0009] Preferably, a protective protrusion is provided on the lower fixing seat, and the protective protrusion is inserted into the mounting groove to cover the exposed part of the wiring harness connector therein.

[0010] Preferably, a fixing protrusion is provided on the control panel, and the fixing protrusion is fixedly connected to the fixing plate located therebelow; a positioning portion is provided at the bottom of the fixing plate, and the positioning portion is inserted into a positioning hole located at the lower part of the accommodating area; the upper part of the control panel is inserted into a limiting portion located at the upper part of the accommodating area and matching its shape.

[0011] Preferably, an annular sealing groove is provided at the connection between the end of the positioning hole and the positioning portion, and a sealing ring is provided in the annular sealing groove. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0012] Figure 1 It is a three-dimensional diagram of the utility model;

[0013] Figure 2 It is a cross-sectional view of the utility model;

[0014] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional diagram of the control panel of the utility model installed on the upper fixing seat;

[0015] Figure 4 A partially cutaway stereoscopic view of the utility model;

[0016] Figure 5 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of the circled area.

[0017] Illustration: 1. Upper fixing seat; 1.1. Mounting groove; 1.2. Penetration part; 2. Lower fixing seat; 2.1. Protective protrusion; 3. Extension seat; 4. Quick connector; 5. Accommodating area; 5.1. Limiting part; 5.2. Positioning hole; 5.3. Annular sealing groove; 6. Heating module; 7. Temperature control module; 8. Control module; 8.1. Control board; 8.1.1. Fixing protrusion; 8.2. First interface; 8.3. Second interface; 9. Wiring harness connector; 10. Fixing plate; 10.1. Positioning part; 11. Sealing ring; DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0018] Before describing in detail any embodiment of the utility model, it should be understood that the utility model is not limited in its application to the construction and arrangement details of the components described below or illustrated in the following figures. The utility model can have other embodiments and can be practiced or carried out in various ways. In addition, it should be understood that the words and terms used here are for descriptive purposes and should not be considered restrictive. The use of "including" or "having" and its variations herein is intended to cover the items and their equivalents and additional items displayed below. Unless otherwise specified or limited, the terms "install", "connect", "support" and "couple" and their variations are widely used and cover direct installation and indirect installation, connection, support and connection. In addition, "connect" and "couple" are not limited to physical or mechanical connections or connections.

[0019] Furthermore, on the first aspect, in the disclosure of the present invention, the terms "longitudinal", "transverse", "upper", "lower", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside" and the like indicating the orientation or position relationship are based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, which are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operate in a specific orientation, and therefore the above terms cannot be understood as limitations on the present invention; on the second aspect, the term "one" should be understood as "at least one" or "one or more", that is, in one embodiment, the number of an element may be one, while in another embodiment, the number of the element may be multiple, and the term "one" cannot be understood as a limitation on the quantity.

[0020] It should be understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments of the present invention described above and shown in the accompanying drawings are only examples and do not limit the present invention. The purpose of the present invention has been fully and effectively achieved. The functions and structural principles of the present invention have been demonstrated and explained in the embodiments, and the embodiments of the present invention may be deformed or modified in any way without departing from the principles.

[0021] The embodiments of the present utility model are further described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0022] See also Figure 1-3 , the structure of the control module for the instant hot water faucet is as follows: the structure of the instant hot water faucet includes an upper fixed seat 1, a lower fixed seat 2 and an extension seat 3. A heating module 6 is arranged inside the upper fixed seat 1 for heating water. A temperature control module 7 is arranged on the extension seat 3 for receiving an input temperature value. A control module 8 is arranged inside a receiving area 5 formed between the upper fixed seat 1 and the lower fixed seat 2. The quick-plug connector 4 is located at the intersection of the outer side of the upper fixed seat 1 and the extension seat 3, and is used to connect the temperature control module 7 and the control module 8. Through the temperature control module 7, the set temperature will be converted into an electrical signal, and electrically connected to the control module 8 through the quick-plug connector 4. The control module 8 converts the received electrical signal into power and transmits it to the heating module 6, thereby realizing the function of heating water. The quick-plug connector 4 can easily connect and disassemble the temperature control module 7 and the control module 8, thereby improving the efficiency of installation and maintenance.

[0023] Please refer to Figure 4 The control module 8 includes a control board 8.1, and the control board 8.1 is provided with a first interface 8.2, a second interface 8.3 and a power supply 8.4. The power supply 8.4 provides an output voltage to the control board, the first interface 8.2 is electrically connected to the quick-plug connector 4, and the second interface 8.3 is electrically connected to the heating module 6. Through the first interface 8.2, the control board 8.1 can receive an electrical signal transmitted from the temperature control module 7 from the quick-plug connector 4, which is used to set and adjust the water temperature. The design of the connection of the quick-plug connector 4 can easily connect and disconnect the electrical connection between the temperature control module 7 and the control board 8.1. Through the second interface 8.3, the heating module 6 transmits the actual water temperature to the control board 8.1. The heating module 6 heats the water to the set temperature through the power provided by the control board 8.1.

[0024] Please refer to Figure 3 The specific installation structure and connection method of the quick-connect connector 4 are as follows: a mounting groove 1.1 is provided at the intersection of the outer side of the upper fixing seat 1 and the extension seat 3. A side wall of the mounting groove 1.1 penetrates to the inside to form a penetration portion 1.2. A quick-connect connector 4 is provided in the mounting groove 1.1, and the lower end of the connector passes through the penetration portion 1.2 through the harness connector 9 and is inserted into the first interface 8.2 to form an electrical connection.

[0025] Please refer to Figure 5 The lower fixing seat 2 is provided with a protective protrusion 2.1, which is inserted into the mounting groove 1.1 and covers the exposed part of the wiring harness connector 9. This structure can protect the exposed part of the wiring harness connector 9 from external damage or accidental collision. The protective protrusion 2.1 improves the durability and service life of the faucet and ensures that the wiring harness connector 9 is in a safe and good working condition.

[0026] Please refer to Figure 3 , 4 , the control panel 8.1 is provided with a fixing protrusion 8.1.1, which is fixedly connected to the fixing plate 10 located below it. The bottom of the fixing plate 10 is provided with a positioning portion 10.1, which is inserted into the positioning hole 5.2 at the lower part of the accommodating area 5. In addition, the upper part of the control panel 8.1 is inserted into the limiting portion 5.1 at the upper part of the accommodating area 5 and matched with the shape thereof. This structure can ensure the stable installation of the control panel 8.1 in the faucet. Through the connection between the fixing protrusion 8.1.1 and the fixing plate 10, the control panel 8.1 can be firmly fixed in the faucet. The combination of the positioning portion 10.1 and the positioning hole 5.2 can ensure the horizontal position of the control panel 8.1 and prevent it from swaying left and right during use. At the same time, through the plugging of the limiting portion 5.1 and the control panel 8.1, the vertical position of the control panel 8.1 can be ensured and prevent it from loosening or shaking.

[0027] Please refer to Figure 4 An annular sealing groove 5.3 is provided at the connection between the end of the positioning hole 5.2 and the positioning part 10.1, and a sealing ring 11 is provided in the sealing groove. This structure is used to improve the sealing effect to prevent water or other liquids from penetrating from the connection. Through the provision of the annular sealing groove 5.3, the sealing ring 11 can completely surround the connection between the positioning hole 5.2 and the positioning part 10.1. The presence of the sealing ring 11 can provide waterproof and leak-proof functions to ensure that water does not enter the accommodating area 5. The sealing ring 11 is usually made of an elastic material that is wear-resistant, pressure-resistant, and resistant to chemical corrosion, such as rubber or silicone. It can seal the connection to ensure that the flow of water is limited to the designed pipes and connecting parts and will not leak to other areas.

[0028] The above description is only for the best embodiment of the utility model, but it cannot be understood as a limitation of the claims. The utility model is not limited to the above embodiments, and its specific structure is allowed to be changed. All changes made within the protection scope of the independent claims of the utility model are within the protection scope of the utility model.

Claims

1. A control module for an instant hot water faucet, characterized in that: The instant hot water faucet comprises an upper fixing seat (1), a lower fixing seat (2), and an extension seat (3); the lower fixing seat (2) is located below the upper fixing seat (1); the extension seat (3) is located outside the upper fixing seat (1); a heating module (6) for heating water is arranged inside the upper fixing seat (1); a temperature regulating module (7) for receiving an input temperature value is arranged on the extension seat (3); a quick-connect connector (4) is arranged at the intersection of the outer side of the upper fixing seat (1) and the extension seat (3); a control module (8) is arranged inside a receiving area (5) formed between the upper fixing seat (1) and the lower fixing seat (2); the temperature regulating module (7) converts a set temperature into an electrical signal and is electrically connected to the control module (8) through the quick-connect connector (4); and the control module (8) converts the electrical signal into power and transmits it to the heating module (6).

2. A control module for an instant hot water faucet according to claim 1, characterized in that: The control module (8) comprises a control board (8.1), on which a first interface (8.2) and a second interface (8.3) are provided, and the first interface (8.2) and the second interface (8.3) are electrically connected to the quick-connect connector (4) and the heating module (6), respectively.

3. The control module for an instant hot water faucet according to claim 1, characterized in that: A mounting groove (1.1) is provided at the intersection of the outer side of the upper fixing seat (1) and the extension seat (3); a side wall of the mounting groove (1.1) penetrates to the inside to form a penetration portion (1.2); a quick-connect connector (4) is provided in the mounting groove (1.1); the lower end of the quick-connect connector (4) passes through the penetration portion (1.2) via a wiring harness connector (9) and is inserted into the first interface (8.2) to form an electrical connection.

4. The control module for an instant hot water faucet according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower fixing seat (2) is provided with a protective protrusion (2.1), which is inserted into the installation groove (1.1) to cover the exposed part of the wiring harness connector (9) inside.

5. The control module for an instant hot water faucet according to claim 2, characterized in that: The control panel (8.1) is provided with a fixing protrusion (8.1.1), the fixing protrusion (8.1.1) is fixedly connected to a fixing plate (10) located below the fixing protrusion, the fixing plate (10) is provided with a positioning portion (10.1) at the bottom, the positioning portion (10.1) is inserted into a positioning hole (5.2) located at the bottom of the accommodating area (5), and the upper part of the control panel (8.1) is inserted into a limiting portion (5.1) located at the upper part of the accommodating area (5) and matching the shape thereof.

6. A control module for an instant hot water faucet according to claim 5, characterized in that: An annular sealing groove (5.3) is provided at the connection between the end of the positioning hole (5.2) and the positioning portion (10.1), and a sealing ring (11) is provided in the annular sealing groove (5.3).

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