Shower faucet

Abstract

An opening is formed in the upper side of a shell, a cover body is connected with the opening in a matched mode, a plurality of supporting ribs are arranged on the inner side wall of the shell at intervals in the circumferential direction, the upper ends of the supporting ribs are lower than the shell, the edge of the cover body is stably supported, external force is dispersed, installation space is reserved, and the cover body is prevented from loosening and displacing. Supporting parts are arranged at the two ends of the bottom and comprise supporting columns fixed to the shell and supporting strips connected with the supporting columns, the supporting columns and the supporting strips are connected through inserting grooves, threaded holes and fastening bolts, a firm bottom support is formed, and the stability of the cover body and the valve body is guaranteed. The annular surrounding edge on the supporting strip abuts against the lower side face of the cover body and is filled with mucilage glue to strengthen connection. In addition, water leakage holes are formed in the two ends of the bottom of the shell, water can be drained in time, parts are prevented from rusting, microorganisms are prevented from breeding, detection and debugging during production and assembly are facilitated, quality is ensured, and lasting, comfortable and sanitary shower experience is created for users.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of bathroom products, in particular to a shower faucet. Background Art

[0002] In modern home life, shower faucets are essential bathroom components, and optimizing their performance and structure has long been a research focus within the industry. As people's living standards continue to improve, their expectations for a more refined shower experience are becoming increasingly stringent. Faucets are not only expected to precisely control water temperature and flow, but also to exhibit excellent stability and durability.

[0003] The design of traditional shower faucets has evolved over the years and has become a relatively fixed model. For example, a common shower faucet of this type usually includes basic components such as the outer shell, valve body, valve core, and operating handle. The outer shell plays an important role as a protective and load-bearing structure for the core components inside. The valve body is housed inside, and the valve core is precisely connected to the valve body. This valve core is the key hub for controlling the flow of water in and out and regulating the water temperature. The side wall of the outer shell is specially opened to correspond to the valve core and is connected to the operating handle. The user can use this handle to easily operate the valve core, thereby achieving the mixing of hot and cold water and controlling the water flow, meeting diverse shower needs.

[0004] However, the existing design has gradually exposed some defects that are difficult to ignore in actual application. In particular, the problem is particularly significant in the connection between the outer shell and the cover. In order to facilitate the smooth installation of the valve body into the shell, the outer shell mostly adopts a structure with an upper opening, which is subsequently closed by the cover. However, due to the design characteristics of the cover itself, its area is large to completely cover the opening to ensure the sealing and protection of the internal components. At the same time, the thickness is relatively small, aiming to streamline materials, control costs and take into account aesthetics. As a result, during assembly, due to the thin and light structure of the cover, its edge can only be fixed to the shell. This connection method faces many challenges in long-term daily use.

[0005] On the one hand, bathrooms are humid and permeated with moisture, and the joints around the edges of the faucet are frequently exposed to moisture, which can easily lead to rust. Over time, this can corrode the fixed structure and weaken the connection strength. On the other hand, daily bathing can inevitably lead to accidental collisions, or external impacts on the faucet caused by actions such as wiping and moving items while cleaning the bathroom. A faucet that relies solely on its edges for fixation cannot withstand these sudden external forces and is prone to deformation, displacement, or even cracking. This not only affects the overall appearance of the faucet, but can also damage the sealing of internal components, allowing moisture to intrude, threatening the normal operation of key components such as the valve body and valve core, reducing the faucet's service life, and causing users to have to frequently repair or replace it. A new optimized design is urgently needed to overcome these problems. Summary of the Invention

[0006] In view of the problems pointed out in the background technology, the present invention proposes a shower faucet to solve the above technical problems.

[0007] The technical solution of the present utility model is achieved as follows:

[0008] A shower faucet comprises a shell with an upper opening, a cover body connected to the upper opening of the shell, support ribs provided on the inner side wall of the edge of the shell, the upper ends of the support ribs provided lower than the upper end of the shell, a plurality of support ribs provided and arranged at intervals in the circumferential direction of the shell, the cover body being adaptably connected to the inner side of the shell, the lower side of the cover body abutting against the upper ends of the support ribs, a support portion provided at the bottom of the shell, two support portions provided, the two support portions being located at both ends in the longitudinal direction of the shell, the upper side of the support portion abutting against the lower side of the cover body.

[0009] The present invention is further configured such that the support portion includes two support columns, the support columns are fixedly connected to the bottom of the shell, and further includes a support bar connected to the two support columns.

[0010] The utility model is further configured such that a plug-in groove is provided on the lower side of the support bar, the upper end of the support column is inserted into the plug-in groove, a threaded hole is provided on the upper side of the support column, and a connecting hole connected to the plug-in groove is provided on the support bar, and fastening bolts are connected in the connecting hole and the threaded hole.

[0011] The present invention is further configured such that the edge of the upper side surface of the support bar is provided with an annular surrounding edge, and the surrounding edge is abutted against the lower side surface of the cover body.

[0012] The utility model is further configured as follows: a valve body is provided in the shell, a water inlet hole is provided on the rear side surface of the valve body, and an opening corresponding to the water inlet hole is provided on the rear side wall of the shell.

[0013] The utility model is further configured such that water outlet holes are respectively provided on the lower side and the upper side of the valve body, and openings corresponding to the water outlet holes are provided on the bottom and the cover of the shell.

[0014] The utility model is further configured such that the valve body is located between the two support parts.

[0015] The utility model is further configured such that the upper side surface of the valve body is a plane, and the upper side surface of the valve body is in abutment with the lower side surface of the cover body.

[0016] The present invention is further configured such that a water leakage hole is provided at the bottom of the shell, and the water leakage holes are arranged at both ends of the shell in the length direction.

[0017] The present invention is further configured such that the upper side surface of the cover is flush with the upper side surface of the shell.

[0018] By adopting the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of the utility model are:

[0019] The shower faucet provided by this utility model has multiple circumferentially spaced support ribs arranged on the inner sidewall of the shell edge, with the upper ends of the support ribs lower than the upper end of the shell. This not only provides stable support for the edge of the cover and disperses the force, but also reserves installation space, maintains the overall appearance, and effectively prevents the cover from loosening, displacement, or falling off due to external impact. At the same time, the support parts at both ends of the bottom of the shell further enhance stability. The support columns contained therein are fixedly connected to the shell. The support bars and support columns are connected using socket grooves, threaded holes, and fastening bolts to form a solid bottom support structure, which jointly ensures the stability of the cover and valve body and reduces the risk of damage to internal components due to shaking.

[0020] The annular edge on the support bar abuts against the lower side of the cover body, forming a space filled with glue to further enhance the stability of the connection.

[0021] The drainage holes at both ends of the bottom of the shell can drain the accumulated water in time, preventing the components from rusting and corrosion, and the breeding of microorganisms, ensuring the normal operation of the internal components. It is also convenient for testing and debugging during production and assembly, ensuring product quality and bringing users a long-lasting, comfortable and hygienic shower experience. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0022] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative labor.

[0023] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of the upper side of the utility model.

[0024] Figure 2 It is an exploded schematic diagram of the present utility model.

[0025] Figure 3 It is a structural schematic diagram of the lower side of the utility model.

[0026] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the utility model.

[0027] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the valve body of the utility model Figure 1 .

[0028] Figure 6This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the valve body of the utility model Figure 2 .

[0029] Description of the reference numerals in the accompanying drawings: shell 1, cover 2, supporting rib 3, supporting column 41, supporting bar 42, plug-in slot 43, threaded hole 44, connecting hole 45, surrounding edge 46, valve body 5, water inlet hole 51, opening 52, water outlet hole 53, leakage hole 6. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0030] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0031] Reference as follows Figures 1-6 The utility model is described as follows:

[0032] Example: A shower faucet includes a housing 1 with an upper opening. This design maintains the advantage of traditional structures in facilitating valve body installation. During the actual production and assembly process, workers can easily and precisely place the valve body through the upper opening of the housing 1 into a predetermined position within the housing, greatly improving assembly efficiency and reducing assembly difficulty, laying the foundation for large-scale production.

[0033] The upper opening of the shell 1 is connected to the cover 2. The inner side wall of the edge of the shell 1 is provided with support ribs 3. The upper end of the support ribs 3 is set lower than the upper end of the shell 1. There are multiple support ribs 3 and they are set at intervals in the circumference of the shell 1. The cover 2 is adapted to be connected to the inner side of the shell 1. The lower side of the cover 2 is against the upper end of the support ribs 3, and the upper side of the cover 2 is flush with the upper side of the shell 1. The support ribs 3 play an indispensable role as the key supporting structure of this innovative design. These support ribs 3 are cleverly set on the inner side wall of the edge of the shell 1 and are set at intervals in the circumference of the shell 1. The circumferential spacing distribution ensures the uniformity of the supporting force. No matter from which direction the external force is applied to the cover 2, there will be corresponding support ribs 3 to provide stable support. At the same time, the upper end of the support ribs 3 is set lower than the upper end of the shell 1. This detail design is full of profound meaning. First, it reserves sufficient operating space for the installation of the cover body 2. When workers embed the cover body 2 into the inner side of the shell 1, there will be no obstruction caused by the supporting ribs 3 being too high, ensuring a smooth installation process. Second, the design that is lower than the upper end allows the supporting ribs 3 to provide support while not being abruptly exposed to the outside, which not only maintains the integrity and beauty of the faucet's appearance, but also avoids accidental scratches on users or damage during daily cleaning due to protrusion.

[0034] The bottom of the shell 1 is provided with a support portion, and there are two support portions. The two support portions are located at both ends of the length direction of the shell 1, and the upper side of the support portion is against the lower side of the cover body 2. The two support portions are precisely positioned at the two ends of the length direction of the shell 1. Such a layout is not accidental, but an optimized choice after careful consideration. From the perspective of mechanical principles, when external force acts on the cover body 2, the support portions distributed at both ends can form the most effective resistance support system. Imagine that in daily use scenarios, whether the user accidentally bumps into the faucet, or indirectly applies external force to the faucet due to wiping or moving surrounding objects during bathroom cleaning, the transmission paths of these external forces are often complex and multi-directional. At this time, the support portions at both ends are like two strong guards, which can provide strong reverse support to the cover body 2 from the key fulcrum position, effectively disperse the impact of external forces, and prevent excessive stress from being concentrated in a certain local area.

[0035] The interaction between the support part and the cover body 2 is that when they fit tightly together, the upper side of the support part and the lower side of the cover body 2 are firmly against each other. This tightly fitting state contains multiple protection functions. On the one hand, from the perspective of static stability, under normal conditions without external interference, the support part provides additional vertical upward support for the cover body 2, and works together with the support ribs 3 to form a three-dimensional, all-round support network. The support ribs 3 focus on the precise support of the edge of the cover body 2 to ensure that the edge will not warp or loosen due to uneven force; and the support part provides a strong bottom protection from both ends of the bottom, strengthening the overall bearing capacity of the cover body 2, so that it can cover the shell 1 steadily, and prevent sinking and displacement due to its own gravity or slight vibration.

[0036] On the other hand, from the perspective of dynamic anti-interference capability, when encountering sudden, high-intensity external force impacts, the buffering and dispersion effects of the support part become prominent. For example, accidentally dropped toiletries fall on the faucet, or the user leans heavily on the area near the faucet due to body imbalance while bathing. At this time, the external force will instantly act on the cover body 2. Thanks to the existence of the support part, the external force will be quickly decomposed and transmitted to the bottom of the shell 1, and then dispersed to the support structure system of the entire faucet, preventing the cover body 2 from bearing the huge impact alone, and effectively reducing the risk of serious damage to the cover body 2 such as deformation, displacement or even rupture. This not only extends the service life of the cover body 2, but also ensures that the precision components inside the faucet are always in a stable and safe operating environment, reducing the hidden dangers of loose internal components, water ingress and other failures caused by external impacts, and ultimately providing users with a stable and reliable shower experience, greatly reducing the frequency of maintenance and reducing the cost of use.

[0037] The support portion includes two support columns 41, which are fixedly connected to the bottom of the shell 1, and also includes a support bar 42 connected to the two support columns 41. A plug-in slot 43 is provided on the lower side of the support bar 42, and the upper end of the support column 41 is inserted into the plug-in slot 43. A threaded hole 44 is provided on the upper side of the support column 41. A connecting hole 45 connected to the plug-in slot 43 is provided on the support bar 42, and a fastening bolt is connected in the connecting hole 45 and the threaded hole 44. The support portion is mainly composed of two support columns 41 and the support bar 42 connected thereto. First, focus on the support columns 41. They are like solid bridge piers, standing firmly at the bottom of the shell 1 and integrated with the shell 1 through a reliable fixed connection. This fixed connection ensures that the support columns 41 can stably transmit the force to the shell 1 when subjected to various external forces, providing a rock-solid foundation for the entire support structure. Whether it is a slight vibration during daily use or a larger impact force caused by an accidental collision, the support column 41 can stay in its position without displacement or loosening, ensuring the stable operation of the faucet.

[0038] Let's look at the support bar 42. As the key link connecting the two support columns 41, it plays an important role in integrating forces and coordinating forces. The lower side is carefully designed with a plug-in slot 43, and this structure perfectly matches the upper end of the support column 41. When assembled, the upper end of the support column 41 is precisely inserted into the plug-in slot 43, forming a tight and stable interlocking relationship. This interlocking relationship not only limits the relative movement of the support bar 42 and the support column 41 in the horizontal direction, ensuring that there is no misalignment when the two work together, but also shares the vertical force to a certain extent, making the support structure more stable.

[0039] In order to further enhance the reliability of this connection, a threaded hole 44 is intentionally provided on the upper side of the support column 41, and a corresponding connection hole 45 communicating with the plug-in slot 43 is provided on the support bar 42. After the support column 41 is inserted into the plug-in slot 43, the fastening bolts are sequentially passed through the connection holes 45 and screwed into the threaded holes 44, thereby achieving a high-strength locking between the support bar 42 and the support column 41. The fastening bolts are like a tough chain, tightly binding the two together, effectively preventing the connection from loosening due to factors such as humid environments and frequent stress during long-term use. This dual-protection connection method ensures the integrity of the support structure, whether in static placement or dynamic stress conditions, and provides continuous and stable support for the cover body 2 and even the entire faucet.

[0040] The edge of the upper side of the support bar 42 is provided with an annular surrounding edge 46, and the surrounding edge 46 is matched with the lower side of the cover body 2. When the cover body 2 is installed in place, the surrounding edge 46 is closely matched with it.

[0041] The edge 46 encloses a space. When installing the cover 2, glue can be filled in the space enclosed by the edge 46 to assist in fixing the cover 2. The space enclosed by the edge 46 is cleverly utilized. When installing the cover 2, workers can fill this enclosed space with glue. The introduction of glue is very important. It is like a fine bond that fills the tiny assembly gap and establishes a tighter connection between the cover 2 and the support bar 42. On the one hand, the glue can help resist the tiny displacement between the cover 2 and the support structure caused by factors such as frequent daily use and temperature changes, ensuring stability during long-term use. On the other hand, when encountering unexpected strong impacts, the glue can act as a buffer, absorbing part of the impact force and reducing damage to the support structure and the cover 2 itself. It complements existing connection methods such as fastening bolts and sockets, and takes a multi-pronged approach to ensure the stable installation of the cover 2.

[0042] A valve body 5 is housed within the housing 1. A water inlet hole 51 is defined on the rear side of the valve body 5, and an opening 52 is defined on the rear sidewall of the housing 1, corresponding to the water inlet hole 51. The water inlet design of the valve body 5 ensures precise alignment of the carefully designed water inlet hole 51 on the rear side with the corresponding opening 52 on the rear sidewall of the housing 1. This connection is crucial for ensuring smooth water flow into the valve body 5.

[0043] The valve body 5 has outlet holes 53 on its lower and upper sides, respectively. The bottom of the housing 1 and the cover 2 are provided with corresponding openings 52. For example, when water needs to be drained downward for cleaning the bathroom floor, the water can flow out of the outlet holes 53 on the lower side of the valve body 5 and out through the corresponding openings 52 on the bottom of the housing 1. For a normal shower, the water can flow out of the outlet holes 53 on the upper side and be directed through the openings 52 on the cover 2 to the showerhead and other shower components, meeting diverse water usage scenarios. This multi-directional water outlet design greatly expands the faucet's functionality and improves user convenience.

[0044] The valve body 5 is located between the two support parts. It is cleverly placed between the two support parts, and this layout contains multiple profound meanings. From the perspective of mechanical stability, the support part serves as a solid backing for the entire faucet structure. While providing stable support for the cover body 2, it also creates a relatively stable "habitat" for the valve body 5. In daily use, the bathroom environment is complex and changeable, and may encounter various unexpected collisions or vibrations. At this time, the valve body 5 located between the two support parts can be protected from external interference to the greatest extent. Because the support part can effectively absorb and disperse the impact force from the outside, preventing these impact forces from directly acting on the valve body 5, thereby protecting the delicate mechanical structure inside the valve body 5 from damage and maintaining its ability to accurately control the water flow.

[0045] The upper side of the valve body 5 is a plane, and the upper side of the valve body 5 is in contact with the lower side of the cover body 2. This design detail plays a key role in stability and sealing. In terms of stability, the contact between the plane and the cover body 2 provides additional vertical support for the valve body 5, which complements the supporting effect of the two supporting parts below, further stabilizing the position of the valve body 5 and preventing it from being displaced under water impact, vibration, etc. From the perspective of sealing, the tightly contacted planes effectively prevents water vapor from invading through the gap between the valve body 5 and the cover body 2, protecting the precision components inside the valve body 5 from erosion in the humid environment, extending the service life of the valve body 5, ensuring the long-term stable operation of the faucet, and continuously providing users with reliable shower services.

[0046] The bottom of the shell 1 is provided with a leakage hole 6 connecting the inside and the outside, and the leakage hole 6 is arranged at both ends of the length direction of the shell 1. The leakage hole 6 is located at the bottom of the shell 1 and is deliberately arranged at both ends of the length direction. From the perspective of actual use scenarios, this layout arrangement has clear functional considerations. During daily showering, it is inevitable that water stains will splash, accumulate, and enter the interior of the shell 1. If there is no leakage hole 6, the accumulated water will remain for a long time. On the one hand, it may corrode the shell 1 itself and its internal components, especially metal components such as the support part and the valve body 5. Long-term contact with accumulated water is prone to rust and corrosion, thereby affecting the structural strength and service life of the entire faucet; on the other hand, accumulated water may also breed bacteria, mold and other microorganisms, which will rapidly multiply in the humid and warm bathroom environment. It is not only unhygienic, but may also spread with the water flow, posing a potential threat to the health of the user.

[0047] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent replacements, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included in the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A shower faucet, comprising a shell (1) with an upper opening, a cover (2) connected to the upper opening of the shell (1), a support rib (3) provided on the inner side wall of the edge of the shell (1), the upper end of the support rib (3) being lower than the upper end of the shell (1), a plurality of support ribs (3) being provided and spaced apart in the circumferential direction of the shell (1), the cover (2) being adapted to be connected to the inner side of the shell (1), the lower side of the cover (2) being in contact with the upper end of the support rib (3), and characterized in that: The bottom of the shell (1) is provided with a support portion, and two support portions are provided. The two support portions are located at both ends of the shell (1) in the length direction, and the upper side surfaces of the support portions are against the lower side surfaces of the cover body (2).

2. A shower faucet according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support portion comprises two support columns (41), the support columns (41) are fixedly connected to the bottom of the shell (1), and also comprises a support bar (42) connected to the two support columns (41).

3. A shower faucet according to claim 2, characterized in that: The support bar (42) has a plug-in slot (43) on its lower side, the upper end of the support column (41) is inserted into the plug-in slot (43), the support column (41) has a threaded hole (44) on its upper side, and the support bar (42) has a connecting hole (45) connected to the plug-in slot (43), and fastening bolts are connected in the connecting hole (45) and the threaded hole (44).

4. A shower faucet according to claim 3, characterized in that: The edge of the upper side of the support bar (42) is provided with an annular peripheral edge (46), and the peripheral edge (46) is in contact with the lower side of the cover body (2).

5. The shower faucet according to claim 1, characterized in that: A valve body (5) is provided in the housing (1), a water inlet hole (51) is provided on the rear side surface of the valve body (5), and an opening (52) corresponding to the water inlet hole (51) is provided on the rear side wall of the housing (1).

6. The shower faucet according to claim 5, characterized in that: Water outlet holes (53) are respectively provided on the lower side and the upper side of the valve body (5), and openings (52) corresponding to the water outlet holes (53) are provided on the bottom and the cover (2) of the shell (1).

7. The shower faucet according to claim 5, characterized in that: The valve body (5) is located between the two support parts.

8. The shower faucet according to claim 5, characterized in that: The upper side surface of the valve body (5) is a plane, and the upper side surface of the valve body (5) is in contact with the lower side surface of the cover body (2).

9. The shower faucet according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the shell (1) is provided with water leakage holes (6), and the water leakage holes (6) are arranged at both ends of the shell (1) in the longitudinal direction.

10. The shower faucet according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper side surface of the cover body (2) is flush with the upper side surface of the shell body (1).

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