Switching type water outlet device and kitchen faucet

Abstract

The utility model provides a switching type water outlet device and a kitchen faucet. The switching type water outlet device comprises an outer shell, a water inlet piece, a switching piece and a water distribution piece. An internal water dividing cavity is formed in the water dividing piece, and the water dividing piece is provided with at least two water paths; wherein one water path is used for being connected with the first water outlet module, and the other water path is used for being connected with the second water outlet module. The switching piece is in butt joint between the water inlet piece and the water distribution piece, and the water inlet piece and the switching piece can move relatively so as to select any water way for discharging water to the water distribution piece. The first water outlet module and the second water outlet module are connected to the water distribution piece in a fast-assembling mode so that water can be correspondingly discharged after water is introduced into the first water outlet module and the second water outlet module. Therefore, water inlet and outlet installation and replacement are more efficient and convenient, installation and maintenance can be automatically completed without the help of professional tools or technicians, all parts can be independently replaced and maintained through the modular design of internal structural parts, and the complexity and cost of overall maintenance are reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of sanitary wares, and more specifically, to a switching water outlet device and a kitchen faucet. Background Art

[0002] The existing water outlet devices for kitchens, such as kitchen faucets, have a too single water outlet mode and are difficult to meet the specific needs of users in different scenarios. With the development of science and technology and the improvement of living quality, users' requirements for kitchen water are not limited to simple on-off control, but they hope to be able to flexibly select different water outlet modes according to different usage scenarios.

[0003] Obviously, if only a single water outlet mode is provided, there are obvious limitations in dealing with the diverse needs of modern kitchens. For example, when washing fruits and vegetables, a gentle spray mode is required; when cleaning pots, pans, and bowls, a high-pressure flushing mode is needed; and in daily use, a large-flow water outlet mode such as shower water may be required.

[0004] Although some multi-functional faucets have emerged on the market currently, most products still make a compromise between ease of use and diverse needs and cannot fully meet users' expectations. In particular, multi-functional faucets are more complex in structural design, more cumbersome in production and manufacturing, and have multiple water pipe structures, which are even more difficult in disassembly, connection, and thus greatly affect production and manufacturing. Summary of the Utility Model

[0005] In view of this, the purpose of the present utility model is to provide a switching water outlet device and a kitchen faucet to solve the above problems.

[0006] The present utility model adopts the following solutions:

[0007] The present application provides a switching water outlet device, including an outer shell, as well as a water inlet part, a switching part, and a water distribution part; the water distribution part forms an internal water distribution cavity and is provided with at least two water paths; one of the water paths is used to connect a first water outlet module, and the other water path is used to connect a second water outlet module; the switching part is docked between the water inlet part and the water distribution part, and the water inlet part and the switching part can move relative to each other to select any one of the water paths of the water distribution part to output water; the first water outlet module and the second water outlet module are respectively quickly installed and connected to the water distribution part to correspondingly implement water outlet for use after water is supplied.

[0008] As a further improvement, the first water outlet module and the second water outlet module are respectively provided with plug-in parts, and the water distribution part is correspondingly provided with joint parts adapted to the plug-in parts, and the plug-in parts and the corresponding joint parts are inserted into each other in a male-female manner to seal and conduct their respective water outlet modules and the supporting water paths.

[0009] As a further improvement, the first water outlet module is configured with flushing water outlet holes and spraying water nozzles, and an operation switch for controlling the switching of water output between the flushing water outlet holes and the spraying water nozzles is installed on the outer shell.

[0010] As a further improvement, the second water outlet module is configured with a rain shower water outlet panel, and the rain shower water outlet panel is arranged on one side surface of the outer shell.

[0011] As a further improvement, it further includes a third water outlet module quickly installed on the water distribution member, and another water path communicating with the third water outlet module is correspondingly provided in the water distribution cavity.

[0012] As a further improvement, the third water outlet module is configured with a straight waterfall water outlet panel, and the straight waterfall water outlet panel is arranged on another side surface of the outer shell.

[0013] As a further improvement, the water inlet member, the switching member and the water distribution member are coaxially installed in the outer shell, the water distribution member and the switching member are installed and connected to each other, and the water inlet member and the switching member are rotatably connected to each other.

[0014] As a further improvement, the water inlet member is provided with a water outlet hole, the switching member is correspondingly provided with water channels corresponding to the water paths one by one, and after the water inlet member is controlled to rotate, the water outlet hole is aligned and communicated with one of the water channels.

[0015] As a further improvement, the water inlet member is configured as a mandrel structure to be axially inserted below the outer shell and at least partially exposed outside the outer shell.

[0016] This application further provides a kitchen faucet, including a faucet body and the above-mentioned switching water outlet device docked to the faucet body.

[0017] By adopting the above technical solutions, the following technical effects can be achieved by the present utility model:

[0018] 1. For the switching water outlet device of this application, multiple water outlet modes are provided through multiple water outlet modules to meet the requirements of different usage scenarios. Users can flexibly select appropriate water outlet modes according to different tasks and needs, greatly improving the usage efficiency and convenience in the kitchen scenario.

[0019] 2. Among them, the switching member and the water inlet member can provide users with a simple and intuitive operation method. Through relative activities such as rotation or sliding between the two, users can easily select the required water outlet mode without complex operation steps, and the water distribution member further ensures that the switching between different water paths is rapid and smooth.

[0020] 3. Among them, the first water outlet module and the second water outlet module are quickly installed and connected to the water distribution component, making the installation and replacement of water inlet and outlet more efficient and convenient, and the installation and maintenance can be completed by oneself without the need to rely on professional tools or technicians. The modular design of the internal structural components enables each component to be independently replaced and repaired, reducing the complexity and cost of overall maintenance. Description of the Drawings

[0021] Figure 1 is a schematic structural diagram of the switching water outlet device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 2 is Figure 1 a schematic structural diagram in another perspective in

[0023] Figure 3 is an exploded schematic diagram of the switching water outlet device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 4 is a sectional view of the switching water outlet device according to an embodiment of the present invention in one perspective;

[0025] Figure 5 is a sectional view of the switching water outlet device according to an embodiment of the present invention in another perspective;

[0026] Figure 6 is a schematic structural diagram of the switching water outlet device according to an embodiment of the present invention in other perspectives;

[0027] Figure 7 is a schematic structural diagram of the plug-in part and the joint part of the switching water outlet device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 8 is a schematic structural diagram of the second and third water outlet modules of the switching water outlet device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] Reference Signs: 1 - outer housing; 2 - water inlet component; 3 - switching component; 4 - water distribution component; 5 - first water outlet module; 6 - second water outlet module; 7 - plug-in part; 8 - joint part; 9 - flushing water outlet hole; 10 - spray washing water outlet nozzle; 11 - third water outlet module; 12 - operation switch; 13 - water outlet hole; 14 - water channel. Detailed Embodiments

[0030] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present utility model clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the present utility model, rather than all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative efforts belong to the scope of protection of the present utility model. Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present utility model provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed present utility model, but merely represents the selected embodiments of the present utility model.

[0031] Embodiment

[0032] Combined with Figures 1 to 8 , this embodiment provides a switching water outlet device, which includes a housing 1, as well as a water inlet member 2, a switching member 3, and a water distribution member 4. The water distribution member 4 forms an internal water distribution cavity and is provided with at least two water paths. One of the water paths is used to connect to the first water outlet module 5, and the other water path is used to connect to the second water outlet module 6. The switching member 3 is connected between the water inlet member 2 and the water distribution member 4, and the water inlet member 2 and the switching member 3 can move relative to each other to select any one of the water paths for water to flow out to the water distribution member 4. The first water outlet module 5 and the second water outlet module 6 are respectively quickly installed and connected to the water distribution member 4 to be used for water outlet after water is supplied.

[0033] For the above-mentioned switching water outlet device, multiple water outlet modules are used to provide multiple water outlet methods to meet the needs of different usage scenarios. Users can flexibly select the appropriate water outlet mode according to different tasks and requirements, greatly improving the usage efficiency and convenience in the kitchen scenario.

[0034] The switching member 3 and the water inlet member 2 can provide a simple and intuitive operation method for users. Through relative movements such as rotation or sliding between the two, users can easily select the required water outlet mode without complex operation steps, and the water distribution member 4 further ensures that the switching between different water paths is rapid and smooth.

[0035] The first water outlet module 5 and the second water outlet module 6 are quickly installed and connected to the water distribution member 4, making the installation and replacement of water inlet and outlet more efficient and convenient, and users can complete the installation and maintenance by themselves without the need for professional tools or technicians. The modular design of the internal structural components enables each component to be independently replaced and repaired, reducing the complexity and cost of overall maintenance.

[0036] Such as Figure 3 and Figure 7 and Figure 8As shown, in this embodiment, the first water outlet module 5 and the second water outlet module 6 are respectively provided with plug-in parts 7, and the water distribution part 4 is correspondingly provided with a joint part 8 adapted to the plug-in part 7. The plug-in part 7 and the corresponding joint part 8 are inserted into each other in a male-female manner to seal and conduct the respective water outlet modules and their supporting water circuits. On the one hand, the male-female plug-in design of the plug-in part 7 and the joint part 8 enables each water outlet module to be installed and disassembled more easily, reducing the installation time and complexity. On the other hand, through the male-female plug-in, the tight fit between the plug-in part 7 and the joint part 8 is ensured, providing a good sealing effect and preventing water leakage. And each water outlet module can work and be replaced independently, which helps the modular management and maintenance of the system. If a part fails, it can be replaced separately without replacing the entire system.

[0037] Further, the plug-in part 7 is correspondingly configured as an arc-shaped plug structure with a convex setting, and the joint part 8 is correspondingly configured as a socket structure with a concave setting, and the two can achieve sealed conduction after being plugged together, so that the affiliated water circuit is connected to the paired water outlet module. Preferably, a sealing ring is provided on the outer surface of the arc-shaped plug structure to enhance the structural connection and sealing performance.

[0038] As Figure 3 、 Figure 4 and Figure 6 shown, in this embodiment, the first water outlet module 5 is configured with a flushing water outlet hole 9 and a spraying water nozzle 10, and an operation switch 12 for controlling the switching of the flushing water outlet hole 9 and the spraying water nozzle 10 to discharge water is installed on the outer housing 1. Preferably, a bubbler module is provided corresponding to the spraying water nozzle 10 for providing bubbly water discharge. And the flushing water outlet hole 9 can jet out a beam-shaped water discharge.

[0039] It should be noted that the first water outlet module 5 is correspondingly provided with an internal valve core structure, and the operation switch 12 is used to press and switch the water discharge of the valve core structure, which are all designs of existing technologies and will not be elaborated here too much.

[0040] As Figure 2 shown, in this embodiment, the second water outlet module 6 is configured with a rain shower water outlet panel, and the rain shower water outlet panel is arranged on one side surface of the outer housing 1. Among them, the rain shower water outlet panel is rectangular in shape and outputs multiple groups of sprinkler water.

[0041] As Figure 6 shown, in this embodiment, it further includes a third water outlet module 11 quickly installed on the water distribution part 4, and the water distribution cavity is correspondingly provided with another water circuit connected to the third water outlet module 11. It should be noted that the connection method between the third water outlet module 11 and the water distribution part 4 can specifically refer to the second water outlet module 6.

[0042] Among them, the third water outlet module 11 is configured with a straight waterfall water outlet panel, and the straight waterfall water outlet panel is arranged on another side surface of the outer housing 1. The straight waterfall water outlet panel is a group of sprinkler waters ejected in a straight line.

[0043] In this embodiment, preferably, the water distribution member 4 is provided with two socket structures and one plug structure to respectively dock three waterways. Correspondingly, the first water outlet module 5 is provided with a socket structure adapted to the plug structure and is docked on the front end surface of the outer housing 1. The second water outlet module 6 and the third water outlet module 11 are provided with plug structures adapted to the socket structures and are respectively arranged opposite to the left and right sides of the outer housing 1.

[0044] Such as Figures 3 to 5 As shown, in this embodiment, the water inlet member 2, the switching member 3 and the water distribution member 4 are coaxially installed in the outer housing 1. The water distribution member 4 and the switching member 3 are installed and connected, and the water inlet member 2 and the switching member 3 are rotatably connected. Among them, the switching member 3 is detachably arranged below the water distribution member 4, the water inlet member 2 is axially connected below the switching member 3, and the water inlet member 2 can axially rotate relative to the switching member 3 for relative switching movement.

[0045] Among them, the water inlet member 2 is provided with a water outlet hole 13, and the switching member 3 is correspondingly provided with water channels 14 corresponding to the waterways one by one. After the water inlet member 2 is controlled to rotate, the water outlet hole 13 is aligned and communicated with one of the water channels 14. Thus, by controlling the water outlet hole 13 of the water inlet member 2 to select one of the water channels 14 to discharge water to the designated water path of the water distribution member 4, the water discharge is switched to the designated water outlet module.

[0046] It can be understood that the water inlet member 2 is configured as a core shaft structure to be axially inserted below the outer housing 1 and at least partially exposed outside the outer housing 1. The exposed water inlet member 2 can be more conveniently installed and docked on the faucet body of the kitchen faucet. By rotating the entire water outlet device, the rotation control of the water inlet member 2 is realized, and the water discharge switching is correspondingly realized.

[0047] In addition, this embodiment also provides a kitchen faucet, including a faucet body (not shown in the figure) and the above-mentioned switching water outlet device docked on the faucet body.

[0048] The above is only the preferred embodiment of the present invention, and the protection scope of the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. All technical solutions within the idea of the present invention belong to the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A switching water outlet device, comprising a housing, as well as a water inlet member, a switching member and a water distribution member; characterized in that, The water distribution member forms an internal water distribution cavity and is provided with at least two water channels; one of the water channels is used to connect to the first water outlet module, and the other water channel is used to connect to the second water outlet module; The switching member is docked between the water inlet member and the water distribution member, and the water inlet member and the switching member can move relative to each other to select any one of the water channels for discharging water to the water distribution member; The first water outlet module and the second water outlet module are respectively quickly installed and connected to the water distribution member to respectively implement water outlet use after water is passed through; Wherein, the first water outlet module and the second water outlet module are respectively provided with insertion parts, and the water distribution member is correspondingly provided with engagement parts adapted to the insertion parts, and the insertion parts and the assigned engagement parts are inserted into each other in a male-female manner to seal and conduct their respective water outlet modules and the water channels they are equipped with; It further includes a third water outlet module quickly installed and connected to the water distribution member, and the water distribution cavity is correspondingly provided with another water channel communicating with the third water outlet module.

2. The switching water outlet device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first water outlet module is configured with a flushing water outlet hole and a spraying water outlet nozzle, and an operation switch for controlling the switching of the flushing water outlet hole and the spraying water outlet nozzle to discharge water is installed on the housing.

3. The switching water outlet device according to claim 2, wherein The second water outlet module is configured with a rain shower water outlet panel, and the rain shower water outlet panel is arranged on one side surface of the housing.

4. The switching water outlet device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The third water outlet module is configured with a straight waterfall water outlet panel, and the straight waterfall water outlet panel is arranged on the other side surface of the housing.

5. The switching water outlet device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water inlet member, the switching member and the water distribution member are coaxially installed in the housing, the water distribution member and the switching member are installed and connected, and the water inlet member and the switching member are rotationally connected.

6. The switching water outlet device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The water inlet member is provided with a water outlet hole, and the switching member is correspondingly provided with water channels corresponding to the water channels one by one. After the water inlet member is controlled to rotate, the water outlet hole is aligned and communicated with one of the water channels.

7. The switching water outlet device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The water inlet member is configured as a mandrel structure to be axially inserted below the housing and at least partially exposed outside the housing.

8. A kitchen faucet, characterized in that, It includes a faucet body and a switching water outlet device as described in any one of claims 1-7 docked to the faucet body.

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