Water storage mechanism and humidifier

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of humidifiers, in particular to a water storage mechanism and a humidifier, the humidifier comprises a machine shell and the water storage mechanism, the water storage mechanism comprises a water tank and a water level detection assembly, the water tank is assembled on the machine shell, the water tank is provided with a containing cavity, and the containing cavity is used for storing liquid; the water level detection assembly comprises a water level detection element and an assembly part, the water level detection element is assembled on the assembly part, and the assembly part is arranged on the side wall of the water tank. The water storage mechanism can detect and feed back the water level condition in the containing cavity of the water tank in time through the water level detection element so as to improve user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of humidifiers, and in particular to a water storage mechanism and a humidifier. Background Art

[0002] A humidifier can be used to increase the humidity of the air. It is a common electrical device used in daily life. According to different methods, humidifiers can be roughly divided into: ultrasonic humidifiers, electric heating humidifiers, evaporative humidifiers and compound humidifiers; among them, evaporative humidifiers are also called fogless humidifiers. Fogless humidifiers can be divided into automatic siphon type, water pump type, roller type, etc. according to different ways of adding water.

[0003] Humidifiers are usually equipped with a water tank for water supply. When the water level in the water tank drops to the lowest level or there is no water in the water tank, the humidifier can no longer provide humidified air. In the related art, in order to enable users to understand the water level in the water tank without removing the water tank, a transparent viewing window is provided on the side wall of the water tank, so that users can directly observe the water level through the viewing window.

[0004] However, this method cannot promptly remind users when the water level is low and water replenishment is needed, resulting in a poor user experience. Utility Model Content

[0005] The utility model aims to provide a water storage mechanism and a humidifier, wherein the water storage mechanism can utilize a water level detection element to timely detect and feedback the water level in a containing cavity of a water tank, so as to improve user experience.

[0006] The embodiment of the utility model is achieved as follows:

[0007] In a first aspect, the utility model provides a water storage mechanism, comprising:

[0008] A water tank, the water tank is provided with a receiving chamber, the receiving chamber is used to store liquid; and

[0009] The water level detection component comprises a water level detection element and an assembly part. The water level detection element is assembled on the assembly part, and the assembly part is arranged on the side wall of the water tank.

[0010] In an optional embodiment, the assembly is disposed on an outer side wall of the water tank and is isolated between the water level detection element and the side wall of the water tank.

[0011] In an optional embodiment, the outer side wall of the water tank has a first plane, the assembly part has a second plane, and the first plane is gap-fitted or fitted with the second plane.

[0012] In an optional embodiment, the assembly has a mounting groove, and the water level detection element is arranged in the mounting groove.

[0013] In an optional embodiment, the water level detection element is snap-connected to the assembly part.

[0014] In an optional embodiment, the assembly includes a first plate and a second plate connected at an angle, the second plate is provided with a socket, and the first plate is distributed opposite to the side wall of the water tank;

[0015] The water storage mechanism also includes a plug connector, which is assembled on the water tank and passes through the socket to be plugged and matched with the water level detection element.

[0016] In an optional embodiment, the water tank is provided with a step surface, the plug connector is protruding from the step surface, and the second plate overlaps the step surface.

[0017] In a second aspect, the utility model provides a humidifier, comprising a casing and the water storage mechanism of any one of the aforementioned embodiments, wherein a water tank is mounted on the casing.

[0018] In an optional embodiment, the casing is provided with a first installation cavity and an assembly port communicating with the first installation cavity, the assembly part is connected to the casing, the water tank is assembled in the first installation cavity from the assembly port, and the assembly part is arranged on the side wall of the water tank through the casing.

[0019] In an optional embodiment, the housing is further provided with a second installation cavity, the second installation cavity is arranged side by side with the first installation cavity, and the assembly part and the water level detection element are assembled in the second installation cavity.

[0020] The beneficial effects of the water storage mechanism of the embodiment of the utility model include: the water storage mechanism provided by the embodiment of the utility model includes a water tank and a water level detection component, the water level detection component includes a water level detection element and an assembly part, the water level detection element is assembled on the assembly part, and the assembly part is arranged on the side wall of the water tank; in this way, the water level detection element can be used to detect the water level in the accommodating cavity of the water tank, which is beneficial for the user to timely grasp the water level in the water tank and improve the user experience.

[0021] The humidifier of the embodiment of the utility model includes all the beneficial effects of the aforementioned water storage mechanism, for example: a water level detection element can be used to detect the water level in the accommodating chamber of the water tank, which is helpful for the user to timely understand the water level in the water tank and improve the user experience. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0022] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the utility model, the drawings required for use in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show certain embodiments of the utility model and therefore should not be regarded as limiting the scope. For ordinary technicians in this field, other relevant drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.

[0023] Figure 1A cross-sectional view of a humidifier in an embodiment of the utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the water storage mechanism in the embodiment of the utility model;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the water storage mechanism in the embodiment of the utility model at a first viewing angle;

[0026] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the water storage mechanism in the embodiment of the utility model at a second viewing angle;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the exploded structure of the humidifier in the embodiment of the utility model;

[0028] Figure 6 for Figure 1 The enlarged image of the middle VI;

[0029] Figure 7 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of point VII in the middle.

[0030] Icon: 010-humidifier; 100-housing; 101-air outlet; 102-first installation cavity; 103-assembly port; 104-second installation cavity; 105-connector; 106-seal; 110-fan; 120-humidification component; 200-water storage mechanism; 210-water tank; 211-accommodation cavity; 212-first plane; 213-step surface; 214-third installation cavity; 215-partition; 220-connector; 300-water level detection component; 310-water level detection element; 311-female end; 320-assembly part; 321-second plane; 322-installation groove; 323-first plate; 324-second plate; 325-third plate; 326-fourth plate; 327-fifth plate; 328-buckle; 329-socket; 330-connection hole. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] In order to make the purpose, technical scheme and advantages of the embodiments of the utility model clearer, the technical scheme in the embodiments of the utility model will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the utility model, not all of the embodiments. Generally, the components of the embodiments of the utility model described and shown in the drawings here can be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0032] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the present invention to be protected, but merely represents selected embodiments of the present invention. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0033] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters denote similar items in the following drawings, and therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, further definition and explanation thereof is not required in subsequent drawings.

[0034] In the description of the present utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "inner", "outer", etc. indicate the orientation or position relationship based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the drawings, or the orientation or position relationship in which the utility model product is usually placed when in use, which is only for the convenience of describing the utility model and simplifying the description, and does not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the present utility model. In addition, the terms "first", "second", "third", etc. are only used to distinguish the description, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0035] In the description of the present invention, it is also necessary to explain that, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "setting" and "connection" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection, or it can be an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or it can be the internal communication of two components. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0036] Please refer to Figure 1 , this embodiment provides a humidifier 010, which may refer to a fogless humidifier; the humidifier 010 includes a housing 100, a fan 110, a conveying component, a humidifying component 120 and a water storage mechanism 200; the housing 100 is provided with an air outlet 101 and an air inlet (not shown in the figure), the fan 110, the humidifying component 120 and the water storage mechanism 200 are all arranged in the housing 100, and the humidifying component 120 is arranged above the water storage mechanism 200; the conveying component (not shown in the figure) is arranged in the water storage mechanism 200, and is used to convey the liquid stored in the water storage mechanism 200 to the humidifying component 120, the fan 110 is configured to introduce dry air into the housing 100 from the air inlet and blow it toward the humidifying component 120, so as to use the dry air to bring out the water vapor adsorbed on the humidifying component 120, and blow the humidified air out from the air outlet 101, so as to achieve the purpose of environmental humidification.

[0037] Optionally, the humidifier 010 also includes a spray assembly (not shown), which is assembled on the housing 100 and located above the humidification assembly 120. The spray assembly is connected to the conveying assembly through a water pipe. The conveying assembly is configured to convey the water or other liquids stored in the water storage mechanism 200 to the spray assembly, and then the spray assembly sprays the water or other liquids onto the humidification assembly 120.

[0038] Optionally, the humidifier 010 further includes a heater (not shown), which is mounted on the housing 100 and disposed adjacent to the humidifying assembly 120; the heater is used to heat the humidifying assembly 120 to accelerate the release of water vapor absorbed by the humidifying assembly 120 and improve the humidification effect. Of course, the heater is not a necessary component, and in some embodiments, the heater may not be provided.

[0039] Optionally, the humidifier 010 further includes an electric control element (not shown), for example: a controller; the delivery assembly, the heater and the fan 110 are all electrically connected to the electric control element and controlled by the electric control element.

[0040] It should be noted that the structure and type of the humidification component 120, as well as the structure, working principle and assembly method of the electronic control element, conveying component, fan 110, spray component and heater are similar to those in the related art and will not be repeated here.

[0041] Please refer to Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 The water storage mechanism 200 of this embodiment includes a water tank 210 and a water level detection assembly 300. The water tank 210 is provided with a receiving chamber 211 for storing liquid. The delivery assembly is provided in the water tank 210 for delivering the liquid stored in the receiving chamber 211 to the humidification assembly 120. The water level detection assembly 300 includes a water level detection element 310 and an assembly part 320. The water level detection element 310 is assembled on the assembly part 320, and the assembly part 320 is provided on the side wall of the water tank 210. In this way, the water level detection element 310 can be used to detect the water level in the receiving chamber 211 of the water tank 210, which is conducive to the user to timely grasp the water level in the water tank 210 and improve the user experience.

[0042] Optionally, the water level detection element 310 includes but is not limited to a capacitive liquid level sensor, and the water level detection element 310 is electrically connected to the electronic control element to send a water level detection signal to the electronic control element.

[0043] In order to reduce the installation cost of the water level detection component 300 and simplify the assembly of the water level detection component 300; please refer to Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4In this embodiment, the assembly part 320 is arranged on the outer wall of the water tank 210 and isolated between the water level detection element 310 and the side wall of the water tank 210. In this way, the water level detection element 310 can be assembled outside the water tank 210, which is conducive to reducing the difficulty of assembly; and a capacitive liquid level sensor can be used as the water level detection element 310, and the cost is lower than that of a Hall sensor.

[0044] Of course, in other embodiments, the assembly part 320 may be assembled on the inner wall of the water tank 210 , and the water level detection assembly 300 may be assembled between the inner wall of the water tank 210 and the assembly part 320 .

[0045] Please refer to Figure 5 In this embodiment, the housing 100 is provided with a first installation cavity 102 and an assembly port 103 communicating with the first installation cavity 102, the assembly part 320 is connected to the housing 100, the water tank 210 is assembled in the first installation cavity 102 from the assembly port 103, and the assembly part 320 is arranged on the side wall of the water tank 210 through the housing 100; specifically, the assembly part 320 is connected to the housing 100 and distributed outside the first installation cavity 102, that is, the assembly part 320 is arranged on the outer side wall of the water tank 210 through the housing 100. When assembling the humidifier 010, the water level detection element 310 can be assembled to the assembly part 320 first, and then the assembly part 320 can be connected to the housing 100, and then the housing 100 assembled with the water level detection component 300 and the water tank 210 can be assembled together to form a modular assembly, which reduces the assembly difficulty and improves the assembly efficiency.

[0046] Of course, in other embodiments, the assembly part 320 can be connected to the water tank 210, and when the water tank 210 is assembled to the housing 100, the water level detection assembly 300 assembled to the water tank 210 can be simultaneously assembled to the housing 100, which is not specifically limited here.

[0047] Furthermore, the housing 100 is further provided with a second installation cavity 104, which is arranged side by side with the first installation cavity 102, and the assembly part 320 and the water level detection element 310 are assembled in the second installation cavity 104. Such an arrangement can ensure the stability of the water level detection component 300 assembled in the housing 100, thereby ensuring the reliability and ease of operation of the assembly of the housing 100 and the water level detection component 300 as a whole with the water tank 210, which is conducive to improving the assembly efficiency.

[0048] Further, please refer to Figure 4 and Figure 6The outer wall of the water tank 210 has a first plane 212, and the assembly part 320 has a second plane 321, and the first plane 212 and the second plane 321 are clearance-matched. In this way, when the water tank 210 is assembled in the first installation cavity 102 through the assembly opening 103, the cavity wall of the first installation cavity 102 is inserted between the side wall of the water tank 210 and the assembly part 320, so as to ensure that the water tank 210 can be assembled in the first installation cavity 102 smoothly.

[0049] It should be understood that in an embodiment where the assembly member 320 is directly connected to the water tank 210 instead of being assembled to the water tank 210 through the housing 100 , the first plane 212 may also be in contact with the second plane 321 .

[0050] Optionally, see Figure 4 and Figure 7 A plug hole 330 is provided at the top of the assembly part 320, the housing 100 is connected with a plug connector 105, and the plug connector 105 is located at the top of the second mounting cavity 104, the assembly part 320 can be inserted into the second mounting cavity 104 from the opening at the bottom of the second mounting cavity 104, and the plug hole 330 can be plugged with the plug connector 105; this arrangement ensures the stability of the assembly part 320 when assembled in the second mounting cavity 104.

[0051] Optionally, a sealing member 106 is further provided between the plug-in member 105 and the hole wall of the plug-in hole 330 .

[0052] Of course, to ensure the stability of the connection between the assembly part 320 and the housing 100, the assembly part 320 can also be connected to the housing 100 by means of snap connection, bolt connection, etc., which is not specifically limited here.

[0053] It should be understood that in other embodiments, the top of the assembly part 320 is connected to the plug-in component 105 , the top of the second installation cavity 104 is provided with a plug-in hole 330 , and the plug-in component 105 is plugged into the plug-in hole 330 .

[0054] Optionally, see Figure 4 The assembly part 320 has an installation groove 322, and the water level detection element 310 is arranged in the installation groove 322. Such an arrangement can ensure the stability and installation of the water level detection element 310 in the assembly part 320, which is conducive to improving the problem of the water level detection element 310 being damaged by collision.

[0055] The connection method between the water level detection element 310 and the assembly part 320 can be selected as needed; in this embodiment, the water level detection element 310 is snap-connected with the assembly part 320. The snap-connection can make the assembly of the water level detection element 310 simpler, which is conducive to improving the assembly efficiency, and can ensure the stability of the connection between the water level detection element 310 and the assembly part 320.

[0056] Furthermore, the assembly part 320 is connected with a plurality of buckles 328, which are all located in the installation groove 322 and are all engaged with the water level detection element 310. This arrangement improves the stability of the water level detection element 310 when it is assembled in the installation groove 322.

[0057] It should be understood that in other embodiments, the water level detection element 310 and the assembly part 320 may also be connected by fasteners such as bolts, or by bonding, etc., which is not specifically limited here.

[0058] Optionally, the assembly part 320 includes a first plate 323 and a second plate 324 connected at an angle, the second plate 324 is provided with a socket 329, the first plate 323 is distributed relative to the side wall of the water tank 210, specifically, the water level detection element 310 is connected to the side of the first plate 323 facing the second plate 324, and the side of the first plate 323 facing away from the second plate 324 is a second plane 321; the water storage mechanism 200 also includes a plug connector 220, the plug connector 220 is assembled to the water tank 210, and the plug connector 220 passes through the socket 329 and is plugged and matched with the water level detection element 310. Such a configuration can ensure the reliability of the water level detection element 310 being assembled to the water tank 210 through the assembly part 320.

[0059] Furthermore, the assembly 320 also includes a third plate 325, a fourth plate 326 and a fifth plate 327, and the third plate 325, the fourth plate 326 and the fifth plate 327 are all connected to the first plate 323, and the second plate 324, the third plate 325, the fourth plate 326 and the fifth plate 327 are connected in sequence, and the first plate 323, the second plate 324, the third plate 325, the fourth plate 326 and the fifth plate 327 together form an installation groove 322; the fourth plate 326 is provided with a plug hole 330.

[0060] The connection methods of the first plate 323 , the second plate 324 , the third plate 325 , the fourth plate 326 and the fifth plate 327 include, but are not limited to, integral molding and bonding.

[0061] Optionally, see Figure 4 and Figure 6 The electric control element is assembled on the water tank 210, and the plug connector 220 is electrically connected to the electric control element, and the plug connector 220 is a male end; the water level detection element 310 is connected to the female end 311, and the male end passes through the socket 329 and plugs into the female end 311, so that the water level detection element 310 and the electric control element are electrically connected. In this way, it can be ensured that the water level signal detected by the water level detection element 310 is reliably fed back to the electric control element.

[0062] It should be understood that in other embodiments, the water tank 210 is provided with a female end 311 , the water level detection element 310 is connected with a male end, and the male end is plugged into and matched with the female end 311 .

[0063] For further information, please refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6 The bottom of the water tank 210 is provided with a third installation cavity 214 separated from the accommodation cavity 211; specifically, the water storage mechanism 200 further includes a partition 215, the partition 215 is connected to the inner wall of the water tank 210, and the accommodation cavity 211 is separated above the partition 215, and the third installation cavity 214 is separated below the partition 215; the electric control element is assembled in the third installation cavity 214, and the plug connector 220 is electrically connected to the electric control element through a power line. Assembling the electric control element in the third installation cavity 214 can improve the problem of short circuit of the electric control element when it encounters water.

[0064] Optionally, see Figure 4 and Figure 6 The water tank 210 is provided with a step surface 213, the plug connector 220 is convexly disposed on the step surface 213, and the second plate 324 overlaps the step surface 213. Such a configuration can ensure the reliability of the assembly part 320 being assembled to the water tank 210, and further ensure the reliability of the electrical connection between the water level detection element 310 and the electric control element through the plug connector 220.

[0065] Furthermore, the step surface 213 is provided with a through hole, which is communicated with the third mounting cavity 214, and the plug connector 220 is assembled at the through hole and protrudes relative to the step surface 213. Such a configuration can ensure the reliability of the plug connector 220 and the female end 311 of the water level detection element 310, and ensure that the plug connector 220 can be reliably electrically connected to the electric control element, thereby ensuring that the water level detection element 310 is reliably electrically connected to the electric control element.

[0066] The assembly process of the humidifier 010 of this embodiment includes: assembling the fan 110 and the humidification component 120 on the housing 100, and assembling the electronic control component on the water tank 210; assembling the water level detection component 310 on the assembly part 320, and then assembling the assembled water level detection component 300 in the second installation cavity 104 of the housing 100, assembling the water tank 210 in the first installation cavity 102, and plugging the female end 311 connected to the water level detection element 310 with the male end assembled on the water tank 210.

[0067] In summary, the water storage mechanism 200 of the present invention can be used in the humidifier 010, and the water storage mechanism 200 can utilize the water level detection element 310 to timely detect and feedback the water level in the accommodating cavity 211 of the water tank 210 to improve the user experience.

[0068] The above are only preferred embodiments of the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention. For those skilled in the art, the present invention may be subject to various modifications and variations. Any modification, equivalent replacement, improvement, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the present invention shall be included in the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A water storage mechanism, characterized in that: include: a water tank (210), wherein the water tank (210) is provided with a receiving chamber (211), wherein the receiving chamber (211) is used to store liquid; and A water level detection assembly (300) comprises a water level detection element (310) and an assembly part (320), wherein the water level detection element (310) is assembled on the assembly part (320), and the assembly part (320) is arranged on the side wall of the water tank (210).

2. The water storage mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The assembly part (320) is arranged on the outer side wall of the water tank (210) and is isolated between the water level detection element (310) and the side wall of the water tank (210).

3. The water storage mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: The outer side wall of the water tank (210) has a first plane (212), the assembly part (320) has a second plane (321), and the first plane (212) and the second plane (321) are clearance-matched or fit closely.

4. The water storage mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The assembly part (320) has a mounting groove (322), and the water level detection element (310) is arranged in the mounting groove (322).

5. The water storage mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water level detection element (310) is snap-connected with the assembly part (320).

6. The water storage mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The assembly (320) comprises a first plate (323) and a second plate (324) connected at an angle, the second plate (324) is provided with a socket (329), and the first plate (323) is arranged opposite to the side wall of the water tank (210); The water storage mechanism also includes a plug connector (220), the plug connector (220) is assembled on the water tank (210), and the plug connector (220) passes through the socket (329) to be plugged into and matched with the water level detection element (310).

7. The water storage mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that: The water tank (210) is provided with a stepped surface (213), the plug connector (220) is protruding from the stepped surface (213), and the second plate (324) overlaps the stepped surface (213).

8. A humidifier, characterized in that: It comprises a housing (100) and the water storage mechanism according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the water tank (210) is assembled on the housing (100).

9. The humidifier according to claim 8, characterized in that The housing (100) is provided with a first installation cavity (102) and an assembly port (103) connected to the first installation cavity (102); the assembly part (320) is connected to the housing (100); the water tank (210) is assembled in the first installation cavity (102) through the assembly port (103); and the assembly part (320) is arranged on a side wall of the water tank (210) through the housing (100).

10. The humidifier according to claim 9, characterized in that The housing (100) is further provided with a second installation cavity (104), the second installation cavity (104) being arranged side by side with the first installation cavity (102), and the assembly part (320) and the water level detection element (310) being assembled in the second installation cavity (104).

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