Humidifier water tank
By designing the return water pipe assembly and tilted inner side wall buffer structure in the humidifier water tank, the problem of high noise in the water tank is solved, achieving noise reduction effect and user experience improvement.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422504530.1
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-10-16
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-19
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-10-16
AI Technical Summary
The existing humidifier water tank is noisy when the water falls back, affecting the user experience.
A humidifier water tank is designed to extend the return water pipe assembly under the water tank cover, so that the water on the humidification net flows into the water tank body along the return water pipe when it falls back, and buffers it with the inclined inner wall and the water storage shell to reduce the impact of the water falling back.
Effectively reduce the impact sound when water falls back, improve user experience, and keep the structure simple and easy to maintain without increasing costs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of air humidifying equipment, in particular to a humidifier water tank. Background Art
[0002] An air humidifier is a device that increases the humidity of the air by adding moisture. It is widely used in homes, offices, hospitals, and other places. The main components of a humidifier include a water tank, a humidifying filter, and a fan. The water tank stores water, the humidifying filter evaporates water into the air to achieve humidification, and the fan accelerates air flow for more uniform humidification. The design of the water tank has a significant impact on the performance and user experience of the humidifier. The water tank design also affects the noise level of the humidifier, especially the sound of water falling back into the tank, which can have a negative impact on the user experience.
[0003] Existing humidifier water tanks typically use an open design, where water on the humidifying net falls back into the tank by gravity. This design is simple, easy to manufacture and maintain, but the impact of the water falling back produces a noticeable ticking sound, which affects the user experience. Utility Model Content
[0004] The utility model provides a humidifier water tank, which is used to solve the problem of high noise in the humidifier water tank in the prior art, effectively reduce the impact sound when water falls back, and improve the user experience.
[0005] The utility model provides a humidifier water tank, comprising a water tank body, a return water pipe assembly and a water tank cover. The water tank cover is closed on the water tank body, a return water hole is opened on the water tank cover, the upper end of the return water pipe assembly is connected to the water tank cover, the lower end of the return water pipe assembly is placed in the water tank body, and the return water pipe assembly and the return water hole are communicated with each other.
[0006] According to the water tank of the present invention, the return hole is matched with the return pipe assembly, so that the water falling back from the humidifying net to the water tank body passes through the return hole and is buffered by the return pipe assembly before falling into the water tank, thereby reducing the impact sound of the water falling back.
[0007] In addition, a humidifier water tank according to the utility model may also have the following additional technical features:
[0008] In some embodiments of the present invention, the return water pipe assembly includes a first return water pipe and a second return water pipe, one end of the first return water pipe is connected to the water tank cover, and the other end of the first return water pipe is connected to the second return water pipe, the first return water pipe and the second return water pipe are both located in the water tank body, and the surface of the first inner wall of the first return water pipe is an inclined surface.
[0009] By adopting the above embodiment, the surface of the first inner wall of the first return water pipe is set as an inclined surface, so that the water from the humidification net that falls back to the water tank body passes through the return water hole, flows through the first inner wall of the first return water pipe, and then flows through the second return water pipe into the water tank, thereby increasing the buffering effect on the falling water and further reducing the impact sound of the falling water.
[0010] In some embodiments of the present invention, the return water pipe assembly also includes a water storage shell, the first return water pipe is connected to the water tank cover through the water storage shell, and the accommodating cavity of the water tank body, the return water pipe, the accommodating cavity of the water storage shell and the return water hole are connected in sequence.
[0011] By adopting the above embodiment, the provision of the water storage shell ensures that if a large amount of water falls back on the humidifying net, it can be first stored in the water storage shell and then flow into the first return water pipe, thereby further buffering the falling water.
[0012] In some embodiments of the present invention, a water return groove is provided on the water tank cover, the water return groove and the water return hole are communicated with each other, and the shape of the water return groove is a truncated cone.
[0013] By adopting the above embodiment, the truncated cone shape of the water return groove can increase the speed at which the water falling back from the humidifying net enters the water return hole, thereby avoiding the storage of too much water on the surface of the water tank cover.
[0014] In some embodiments of the present invention, a water outlet device is also included, and a water outlet hole is also opened on the water tank cover. One end of the water outlet device abuts against the bottom wall of the water tank body, and the other end of the water outlet device is connected to the water tank cover. The water outlet device is located in the water tank body.
[0015] By adopting the above embodiment, the water outlet device cooperates with the setting of the water outlet hole to realize rapid water spraying to the humidifying net; by one end of the water outlet device abutting against the bottom wall of the water tank body and the other end being connected to the water tank cover, the water outlet device can be lifted out along with the water tank cover, making it convenient to clean the water outlet device.
[0016] In some embodiments of the present invention, the water outlet device includes a water outlet pump and a water outlet pipe. The water outlet pump is abutted against the bottom wall of the water tank body. The water outlet pipe is provided on the water outlet pump. The end of the water outlet pipe away from the water outlet pump is connected to the water tank cover. The return water pipe assembly is arranged on the side wall of the water outlet pipe and the lower end of the return water pipe assembly is connected to the water outlet pump. A water hole is provided at the lower end of the return water pipe assembly.
[0017] By adopting the above embodiment, the arrangement of the water outlet pipe can provide a reasonable placement position for the return water pipe assembly, and the arrangement of the water hole can enable the falling water flow to flow smoothly into the water tank body.
[0018] In some embodiments of the present invention, a water distribution member is further included. A plurality of water distribution members are provided on the upper surface of the water tank cover. The plurality of water distribution members are provided in a circular array on the periphery of the water return hole.
[0019] By adopting the above embodiment, the provision of the water diverter achieves diversion of the water entering the water return hole, indirectly reduces the impact force of the falling water flow, and further increases the buffering effect of the falling water.
[0020] In some embodiments of the present invention, a water inlet is further provided on the water tank cover, and the water inlet is communicated with the interior of the water tank body.
[0021] By adopting the above embodiment, the water inlet is connected to the water pipe so that water can be quickly added to the water tank when it is short of water.
[0022] In some embodiments of the present invention, a handle is further included, and the handle is rotatably connected to the water tank body.
[0023] By adopting the above embodiment, the provision of the handle increases the convenience of taking and carrying the water tank.
[0024] In some embodiments of the present invention, rollers are further included, and a plurality of rollers are connected to the bottom of the water tank body.
[0025] By adopting the above embodiment, the provision of the rollers increases the convenience of moving the water tank.
[0026] In summary, this application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects:
[0027] First, by extending the return pipe assembly under the water tank cover, when the water on the humidifying net falls back, it flows into the water tank body along the return pipe assembly, thereby achieving a noise reduction effect, and then effectively reducing the impact sound when the water falls back, improving the user experience.
[0028] Second, the design of this water tank not only takes into account the water storage function of the water tank, but also takes into account the issue of noise control, thereby improving the overall performance and user experience of the humidifier.
[0029] Third, the water tank utilizes a return pipe assembly for noise reduction, resulting in a simple structural design that is easy to disassemble and maintain. Compared to existing water tank designs, the design of the present invention does not require additional complex structures or incur additional manufacturing and maintenance costs, making it more feasible and practical in practical applications. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0030] Various other advantages and benefits will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon reading the detailed description of the preferred embodiment below. The accompanying drawings are for illustration purposes only and are not to be considered as limiting the present invention. The same reference numerals are used throughout the accompanying drawings to denote the same components. In the accompanying drawings:
[0031] Figure 1 A first perspective view of a humidifier water tank according to some embodiments of the present invention is schematically shown.
[0032] Figure 2 The figure schematically shows a cross-sectional view of a humidifier water tank according to some embodiments of the present invention.
[0033] Figure 3 A second perspective view schematically illustrates a perspective view of a humidifier water tank according to some embodiments of the present invention.
[0034] Figure 4 The figure schematically shows a perspective view of a humidifier water tank without a water tank cover according to some embodiments of the present invention.
[0035] Figure 5 A first perspective view schematically illustrates the connection between a return pipe assembly and a water outlet device of a humidifier water tank according to some embodiments of the present invention.
[0036] Figure 6 A second perspective view schematically illustrates the connection between a return pipe assembly and a water outlet device of a humidifier water tank according to some embodiments of the present invention.
[0037] Figure 7 A partially enlarged view of the second view of a stereoscopic diagram schematically illustrates the connection between a return pipe assembly and a water outlet device of a humidifier water tank according to some embodiments of the present invention.
[0038] Figure 8 A three-dimensional diagram schematically illustrates the connection between a water tank body and a handle of a humidifier water tank according to some embodiments of the present invention.
[0039] Figure 9 A partial enlarged view schematically shows the connection between the water tank body and the handle of a humidifier water tank according to some embodiments of the present invention.
[0040] Figure 10 The figure schematically shows a perspective view of a water tank cover of a humidifier water tank according to some embodiments of the present invention.
[0041] Figure 11 A three-dimensional diagram schematically shows the connection between the handle and the rotating shaft of a humidifier water tank according to some embodiments of the present invention.
[0042] Reference numerals:
[0043] 1. Water tank body, 11. Column, 12. Inner groove, 13. Connector, 14. Rotating shaft, 2. Water tank cover, 21. Water retaining edge, 22. Water inlet, 23. Handle placement hole, 25. Water outlet, 3. Handle, 41. First return water pipe, 42. Water storage shell, 43. First inner wall, 45. Second return water pipe, 47. First water hole, 48. Second water hole, 5. Water outlet device, 51. Water outlet pump, 52. Water outlet pipe, 61. Water distribution component, 62. Return water hole, 63. Return water trough, 7. Roller. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0044] Exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Although exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure are shown in the accompanying drawings, it should be understood that the present disclosure can be implemented in various forms and should not be limited by the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to enable a more thorough understanding of the present disclosure and to fully convey the scope of the present disclosure to those skilled in the art.
[0045] It should be understood that the terms used in the text are only for the purpose of describing specific example embodiments and are not intended to be limiting. Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular forms "one", "an" and "the" as used in the text may also be meant to include plural forms. The terms "comprise", "include", "contain" and "have" are inclusive and therefore specify the presence of stated features, steps, operations, elements and / or parts, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, steps, operations, elements, parts, and / or combinations thereof. The method steps, processes, and operations described herein are not interpreted as necessarily requiring them to be performed in the specific order described or illustrated, unless the order of execution is clearly indicated. It should also be understood that additional or alternative steps may be used.
[0046] Although the terms first, second, third, etc. can be used in the text to describe multiple elements, components, regions, layers and / or sections, these elements, components, regions, layers and / or sections should not be limited by these terms. These terms can only be used to distinguish an element, component, region, layer or section from another region, layer or section. Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, terms such as "first", "second" and other numerical terms do not imply order or sequence when used in the text. Therefore, the first element, component, region, layer or section discussed below can be referred to as the second element, component, region, layer or section without departing from the teaching of the example embodiments.
[0047] For ease of description, spatially relative terms may be used herein to describe the relationship of one element or feature relative to another element or feature as shown in the figures, such as "inside," "outside," "inside," "outside," "below," "below," "above," "above," etc. Such spatially relative terms are intended to include different orientations of the device in use or operation in addition to the orientation depicted in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures is flipped, an element described as "below other elements or features" or "below other elements or features" will then be oriented as "above other elements or features" or "above other elements or features." Thus, the example term "below..." may include both above and below orientations. The device may be otherwise oriented rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations and the spatially relative descriptions used herein are interpreted accordingly.
[0048] like Figures 1 to 11 As shown, according to the embodiment of the first aspect of the present utility model, a humidifier water tank is proposed, including a water tank body 1, a return water pipe assembly and a water tank cover 2, the water tank cover 2 is covered on the water tank body 1, and a return water hole 62 is opened on the water tank cover 2, the upper end of the return water pipe assembly is connected to the water tank cover 2, and the lower end of the return water pipe assembly is placed in the water tank body 1, and the return water pipe assembly and the return water hole 62 are connected to each other.
[0049] In the above embodiment, it should be noted that the material of the water tank cover 2 can be plastic or glass, with a thickness between 1-2 mm; the water tank cover 2 is connected to the water tank body 1 by screwing or clamping; the length of the return pipe assembly is between 10 cm and 20 cm, and the distance between the lower end of the return pipe assembly and the bottom wall 1 of the water tank is less than half the height of the water tank body 1. The return pipe assembly can be made of an inclined round pipe or a hose.
[0050] The technical effect achieved by the above embodiment is that by extending the return pipe assembly from under the water tank cover 2, the water on the humidifying net flows back along the return pipe assembly into the water tank body 1, thereby achieving a noise reduction effect. Compared with existing open water tank designs, the noise reduction structure of this water tank can effectively reduce the impact sound of the water falling back, improving the user experience.
[0051] Optional, such as Figure 2 and Figures 5 to 7 As shown, the return water pipe assembly includes a first return water pipe 41 and a second return water pipe 45. One end of the first return water pipe 41 is connected to the water tank cover 2, and the other end of the first return water pipe 41 is connected to the second return water pipe 45. The first return water pipe 41 and the second return water pipe 45 are both located in the water tank body 1, and the surface of the first inner wall 43 of the first return water pipe 41 is an inclined surface.
[0052] In the above optional embodiment, it should be noted that the angle between the surface of the first inner wall 43 of the first return water pipe 41 and the bottom wall of the water tank body 1 is an acute angle to form an inclined surface, and the second return water pipe 45 can be a vertical pipe or can adopt the same form as the first return water pipe 41; the first return water pipe 41 and the second return water pipe 45 are formed as one piece.
[0053] The beneficial effect of the above-mentioned optional embodiment is that the surface of the first inner wall of the first return water pipe 41 is set as an inclined surface, so that the water from the humidification net falling back to the water tank body 1 passes through the return water hole, flows through the first inner wall of the first return water pipe 41, and then flows through the second return water pipe 45 into the water tank, thereby increasing the buffering effect on the falling water and further reducing the impact sound of the falling water.
[0054] Optional, such as Figure 2 and Figures 5 to 7 As shown, the return water pipe assembly also includes a water storage shell 42, the first return water pipe 41 is connected to the water tank cover 2 through the water storage shell 42, and the accommodating cavity of the water tank body 1, the return water pipe, the accommodating cavity of the water storage shell 42 and the return water hole 62 are connected in sequence.
[0055] In the above optional embodiment, it should be noted that the first water return pipe 41 and the water storage shell 42 are connected by screw connection, clamping connection, welding or the like.
[0056] Optional, such as Figure 1 、 Figure 2 and Figure 10 As shown, a water return groove 63 is provided on the water tank cover 2. The water return groove 63 is communicated with the water return hole 62. The shape of the water return groove 63 is a truncated cone.
[0057] In the above optional embodiment, it should be noted that the surface of the water tank cover 2 is concave, and the edge of the water tank cover 2 is integrally formed with a water retaining edge 21. The water falling back onto the water tank cover 2 from the humidifying net can quickly enter the return water groove 63 and then enter the return water hole 62 after being blocked by the water retaining edge 21.
[0058] The beneficial effect of the above optional embodiment is that the truncated cone shape of the return water groove 63 can increase the speed of the water falling back from the humidifying net into the return water hole 62, thereby avoiding the storage of too much water on the surface of the water tank cover 2.
[0059] Optional, such as Figure 2 and Figures 4 to 6 As shown, it also includes a water outlet device 5, and a water outlet hole 25 is opened on the water tank cover 2. One end of the water outlet device 5 abuts against the bottom wall of the water tank body 1, and the other end of the water outlet device 5 is connected to the water tank cover 2. The water outlet device 5 is located inside the water tank body 1.
[0060] The water outlet device 5 includes a water outlet pump 51 and a water outlet pipe 52. The water outlet pump 51 is in contact with the bottom wall of the water tank body 1. The water outlet pipe 52 is provided on the water outlet pump 51. The end of the water outlet pipe 52 away from the water outlet pump 51 is connected to the water tank cover 2. The return water pipe assembly is arranged on the side wall of the water outlet pipe 52 and the lower end of the return water pipe assembly is connected to the water outlet pump 51. The lower end of the return water pipe assembly is provided with a water hole.
[0061] In the above optional embodiment, it should be noted that the water through hole includes a first water through hole 47 and a second water through hole 48, and the first water through hole 47 and the second water through hole 48 are both opened at the lower end of the second return water pipe 45; a groove is opened on the bottom wall of the water tank body 1, and the water outlet pump 51 is inserted in the groove to realize the limitation of the water outlet pump 51.
[0062] The beneficial effects of the above optional embodiments are: the settings of the first water flow hole 47 and the second water flow hole 48 can both enable the falling water flow to flow smoothly into the water tank body 1; the setting of one end of the water outlet device 5 abutting against the bottom wall of the water tank body 1 and the other end connected to the water tank cover 2 enables the water outlet device 5 to be lifted out along with the water tank cover 2, making it convenient to clean the water outlet device 5.
[0063] Optional, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, it also includes a water distribution member 61. A plurality of water distribution members 61 are provided on the upper surface of the water tank cover 2. The plurality of water distribution members 61 are provided in a circular array on the periphery of the water return hole 62.
[0064] The beneficial effects of the above optional embodiment are: the provision of the water diverter 61 realizes the diversion of water entering the water return hole 62, further increases the buffering effect on the falling water, and indirectly reduces the impact force of the falling water flow.
[0065] Optional, such as Figure 1 and Figure 10 As shown, a water inlet 22 is also provided on the water tank cover 2 , and the water inlet 22 is communicated with the interior of the water tank body 1 .
[0066] Optional, such as Figure 1 、 Figure 4 、 Figure 8 、 Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, it also includes a handle 3, which is rotatably connected to the water tank body 1.
[0067] In the above optional embodiment, it should be noted that two columns 11 are integrally formed on the inner wall of the water tank body 1, and the outer walls of the two columns 11 are provided with inner grooves 12. The two columns 11 are respectively located on the two opposite inner walls of the water tank body 1, and a connecting piece 13 is integrally formed on the upper end of each column 11. The two ends of the handle 3 are rotatably connected to the corresponding connecting piece 13 through a rotating shaft; a handle placement hole 23 is provided on the water tank cover 2, and when the handle 3 is folded, the handle 3 is located in the handle placement hole 23.
[0068] The beneficial effect of the above optional embodiment is that the setting of the handle 3 increases the convenience of taking and carrying the water tank.
[0069] Optional, such as Figure 3 As shown, it also includes rollers 7, and a plurality of rollers 7 are connected to the bottom of the water tank body 1.
[0070] In the above optional embodiment, it should be noted that each roller 7 is connected to the water tank body 1 by screw connection.
[0071] The beneficial effect of the above optional embodiment is that the convenience of moving the water tank is increased by the provision of the roller 7.
[0072] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any changes or substitutions that can be easily conceived by a person skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present invention should be included in the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention should be based on the scope of protection of the claims.
Claims
1. A humidifier water tank, characterized in that: The invention comprises a water tank body (1), a return water pipe assembly and a water tank cover (2), wherein the water tank cover (2) covers the water tank body (1), a return water hole (62) is provided on the water tank cover (2), the upper end of the return water pipe assembly is connected to the water tank cover (2), the lower end of the return water pipe assembly is placed in the water tank body (1), and the return water pipe assembly and the return water hole (62) are communicated with each other.
2. The humidifier water tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The return water pipe assembly comprises a first return water pipe (41) and a second return water pipe (45), one end of the first return water pipe (41) is connected to the water tank cover (2), and the other end of the first return water pipe (41) is connected to the second return water pipe (45), the first return water pipe (41) and the second return water pipe (45) are both located in the water tank body (1), and the surface of the first inner side wall (43) of the first return water pipe (41) is an inclined surface.
3. The humidifier water tank according to claim 2, characterized in that: The return water pipe assembly further comprises a water storage shell (42), the first return water pipe (41) is connected to the water tank cover (2) via the water storage shell (42), and the accommodating cavity of the water tank body (1), the return water pipe, the accommodating cavity of the water storage shell (42) and the return water hole (62) are sequentially connected.
4. The humidifier water tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: A water return groove (63) is provided on the water tank cover (2), the water return groove (63) and the water return hole (62) are communicated with each other, and the shape of the water return groove (63) is a truncated cone.
5. The humidifier water tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a water outlet device (5), and a water outlet hole (25) is provided on the water tank cover (2). One end of the water outlet device (5) abuts against the bottom wall of the water tank body (1), and the other end of the water outlet device (5) is connected to the water tank cover (2). The water outlet device (5) is located inside the water tank body (1).
6. The humidifier water tank according to claim 5, characterized in that: The water outlet device (5) comprises a water outlet pump (51) and a water outlet pipe (52), wherein the water outlet pump (51) abuts against the bottom wall of the water tank body (1), and the water outlet pipe (52) is provided on the water outlet pump (51), and one end of the water outlet pipe (52) away from the water outlet pump (51) is connected to the water tank cover (2), and the return water pipe assembly is provided on the side wall of the water outlet pipe (52) and the lower end of the return water pipe assembly is connected to the water outlet pump (51), and a water hole is provided at the lower end of the return water pipe assembly.
7. The humidifier water tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a water distribution member (61), a plurality of the water distribution members (61) are provided on the upper surface of the water tank cover (2), and the plurality of the water distribution members (61) are provided in a circular array on the outer periphery of the water return hole (62).
8. The humidifier water tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water tank cover (2) is also provided with a water inlet (22), and the water inlet (22) is connected to the interior of the water tank body (1).
9. The humidifier water tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a handle (3), which is rotatably connected to the water tank body (1).
10. The humidifier water tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes rollers (7), and a plurality of the rollers (7) are connected to the bottom of the water tank body (1).
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