Faucet

Abstract

The utility model provides a faucet. The faucet comprises a body, a valve element, a shell and a handle assembly. The lower end of the body is used for being connected to a table top, and the upper end of the body is used for being connected with a water outlet seat tube. The valve element is arranged in the body, and the handle assembly is connected with the valve element. The shell is rotatably arranged outside the body in a sleeving mode, the handle assembly extends out of the shell from the side wall of the body, and the handle assembly can swing in the vertical direction to control the valve element to be opened and closed. The rotation of the shell relative to the body can drive the handle assembly to swing left and right so as to control the water outlet temperature of the valve element. By applying the technical scheme, the faucet with a novel operation mode can be provided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to a faucet. Background Art

[0002] The structure of a conventional faucet mainly consists of a body, an elbow, a valve core, and a handle. It is a relatively simple and widely used design. In this structure, the body is usually in the shape of a three-way pipe, and its upper end is connected to the elbow by rotating, which makes it convenient for users to adjust the direction of water flow. The lower end of the body is fixedly mounted on the countertop to ensure the stability and durability of the faucet. The valve core, as a key component for controlling water flow, is installed in the lateral port of the body. The water flow is turned on and off and the temperature is adjusted by adjusting the valve core. The handle is connected to the valve core. Through user operation, pushing or rotating the handle drives the movement of the valve core, thereby controlling the size and temperature of the water flow.

[0003] However, the structure and operation of this traditional faucet are relatively simple, usually turning the water flow on or off by simply lifting or rotating the handle, which makes it difficult to provide a more intuitive or interactive operation experience. Since almost all faucets adopt a similar design, users tend to feel boring and lack novelty in daily use. In addition, with the increasingly diversified market demands today, consumers' requirements for faucet design are not limited to functionality, but also pay more attention to the convenience of operation, innovative appearance and intelligent potential. However, existing faucets have little breakthrough in these aspects and cannot well meet people's needs for personalized and innovative experiences. Therefore, improving the operation method and appearance design of faucets and enhancing user experience has become an urgent problem to be solved. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of the present invention is to overcome the deficiencies in the prior art and to provide a faucet with a novel operating method.

[0005] In order to solve the above technical problems, the utility model provides a faucet, including a body, a valve core, a shell and a handle assembly; the lower end of the body is used to connect to the countertop, and the upper end of the body is used to connect to the water outlet seat pipe; the valve core is arranged inside the body, and the handle assembly is connected to the valve core; the shell is rotatably mounted outside the body, the handle assembly extends from the side wall of the body and extends out of the shell, the handle assembly can swing in the up and down direction to control the valve core switch, and the rotation of the shell relative to the body can drive the handle assembly to swing left and right to control the water outlet temperature of the valve core.

[0006] In a more preferred embodiment, the side wall of the body forms a lateral opening, the lower side of the lateral opening has a valve cavity, and the valve core is arranged in the valve cavity; one end of the handle assembly is connected to the valve core, and the other end of the handle assembly extends out of the lateral opening.

[0007] In a more preferred embodiment, the shell includes a through hole corresponding to the lateral opening, the through hole extends in the up and down directions, and the handle assembly can swing up and down relative to the through hole; when the shell rotates left and right relative to the main body, the side wall of the through hole drives the handle assembly to swing left and right.

[0008] In a more preferred embodiment, the handle assembly includes a handle seat and a handle rod, the handle seat is fixedly connected to the valve shaft of the valve core, one end of the handle is connected to the handle seat, and the other end of the handle extends out of the side opening and the through hole; wherein, the extension direction of the handle and the valve shaft are perpendicular to each other.

[0009] In a more preferred embodiment, an indicator ring is further provided on the upper end of the body, and the indicator ring includes at least two indication information. When the handle assembly is in the initial state, the two indication information are located on both sides of the handle assembly; the two indication information are used to indicate hot water or cold water respectively.

[0010] In a more preferred embodiment, the two indication information are different colors or patterns.

[0011] In a more preferred embodiment, the body and the shell are respectively cylindrical.

[0012] In a more preferred embodiment, a rotating bushing is further provided between the end of the shell and the end of the body.

[0013] In a more preferred embodiment, a rotary joint is fixedly provided on the upper end of the main body, and the water outlet seat pipe is rotatably provided on the rotary joint.

[0014] In a more preferred embodiment, the main body includes a valve cavity, and the valve core is arranged in the valve cavity; the faucet also includes a pull-out tube, the first end of the pull-out tube is connected to the valve cavity, the second end of the pull-out tube passes through the main body and the water outlet seat pipe, and the second end of the pull-out rod is connected to the water outlet head located at the end of the water outlet seat pipe.

[0015] Compared with the existing technology, the technical solution of the utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0016] To control the valve core on or off, the handle assembly can be moved up and down. To adjust the water temperature, the entire housing can be rotated, which in turn drives the handle left and right to adjust the water temperature. Users can control the faucet's functions through a more intuitive and diverse operation, replacing the traditional single-twist or pull operation. This makes turning the water flow on and off more natural and convenient. This design provides a more intuitive operation experience, especially when hands are wet or slippery, further enhancing ease of use. Furthermore, adjusting the water temperature no longer requires complex manipulation of the handle; instead, it is achieved by directly rotating the entire faucet housing. Users simply rotate the housing, which drives the internally connected handle left and right, thereby adjusting the angle of the valve core and achieving precise control over the hot and cold water mixing ratio. This design significantly simplifies the traditional separate steps of turning the water flow on and off and adjusting the temperature, making operation smoother and more intuitive. This operation method also enhances the product's aesthetics and overall appearance, reducing the complexity of the external structure and giving the faucet a more streamlined and modern appearance. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] Figure 1 This is one of the exploded views of the faucet in the preferred embodiment of the present utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a side view of a faucet in a preferred embodiment of the present utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is the second exploded view of the faucet in the preferred embodiment of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of a faucet in a preferred embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0021] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0022] See Figures 1-4 A faucet includes a body 1, a valve core 2, a shell 3 and a handle assembly 4. The body 1 and the shell 3 are both cylindrical, the lower end of the body 1 is used to connect to the countertop, and the upper end of the body 1 is used to connect to the water outlet seat 5.

[0023] The valve core 2 is arranged inside the main body 1, and the handle assembly 4 is connected to the valve core 2; the shell 3 is rotatably mounted outside the main body 1, and the handle assembly 4 extends from the side wall of the main body 1 and extends out of the shell 3. The handle assembly 4 can swing in the up and down directions to control the switch of the valve core 2. The rotation of the shell 3 relative to the main body 1 can drive the handle assembly 4 to swing left and right to control the water outlet temperature of the valve core 2.

[0024] To control the valve core 2 on or off, the handle assembly 4 can be toggled up and down to turn it on or off. To adjust the outlet water temperature, the entire housing 3 can be rotated, which in turn drives the handle assembly 4 left and right to adjust the outlet water temperature. With this improved design, users can control the faucet's functions through more intuitive and diverse operation methods. This improvement primarily addresses the methods for adjusting the valve core 2 on or off and the outlet water temperature, thereby enhancing the user experience. First, to control the valve core 2 on or off, the user can toggle the handle assembly 4 up and down. This design replaces the traditional single-lift or rotating operation common in traditional faucets, making the water flow on and off more natural and convenient. Whether it's a single-hole faucet mounted on a basin or a two-hole faucet used in the kitchen, this up-and-down toggle switching method provides a more intuitive operation experience, especially when hands are wet or slippery. Second, the outlet water temperature can be adjusted directly by rotating the entire faucet housing 3, rather than relying on complex handle manipulation. The user simply rotates the outer shell 3, which drives the internally connected handle to swing left and right, thereby adjusting the angle of the valve core 2 and achieving precise control of the hot and cold water mixing ratio. This operation method also enhances the product's aesthetics and overall appearance, reduces the complexity of the external structure, and gives the faucet a more simple and modern appearance.

[0025] In this embodiment, the sidewall of the body 1 forms a lateral opening 11. Below this lateral opening 11 is a valve cavity 12, within which the valve core 2 is located. One end of the handle assembly 4 is connected to the valve core 2, while the other end of the handle assembly 4 extends out of the lateral opening 11. In this embodiment, the sidewall of the body 1 forms a lateral opening 11 for mounting and operating the valve core 2. Below this lateral opening 11 is a valve cavity 12, within which the valve core 2 is housed, controlling the on / off and regulating functions of the water flow. By positioning the valve core 2 within the valve cavity 12 through the lateral opening 11, operational stability and sealing are ensured, effectively preventing problems such as water leakage. One end of the handle assembly 4 is directly connected to the valve core 2, allowing the user to directly influence the movement of the valve core 2 when operating the handle. The other end of the handle assembly 4 extends out of the lateral opening 11 of the body 1, making it easy for the user to grasp and operate the handle, allowing for external control of the water flow.

[0026] The housing 3 includes a through hole 31 corresponding to the lateral opening 11. This through hole 31 extends vertically, allowing the handle assembly 4 to swing up and down relative to the through hole 31. When the housing 3 rotates left or right relative to the body 1, the sidewalls of the through hole 31 drive the handle assembly 4 to swing left or right. This through hole 31 extends vertically, allowing the handle assembly 4 to swing up and down relative to the body 1. This design allows the user to easily move the handle assembly 4 up and down, thereby controlling the valve core 2 on and off, making operation simple and intuitive. The housing 3 is capable of rotating left or right relative to the body 1. When the housing 3 rotates left or right relative to the body 1, the sidewalls of the through hole 31 rotate accordingly, driving the handle assembly 4 within the through hole 31 to swing left or right. This swinging motion directly affects the valve core 2, adjusting the outlet water temperature. By rotating the housing 3, the user can quickly adjust the hot and cold water mix, making temperature control more convenient and precise.

[0027] The handle assembly 4 includes a handle base 41 and a handle rod 42. The handle base 41 is fixedly connected to the valve shaft of the valve core 2. One end of the handle is connected to the handle base 41, and the other end of the handle extends out of the lateral opening 11 and the through hole 31. The handle and the valve shaft extend perpendicularly. This vertical structure allows the handle assembly 4 to move flexibly in both vertical and horizontal directions: to control the opening and closing of the valve core 2, the handle assembly 4 swings up and down; to adjust the water temperature, the handle assembly 4 swings left and right by rotating the housing 3. This vertical arrangement not only makes force transmission more efficient, but also reduces errors during operation, thereby improving the user's control accuracy.

[0028] An indicator ring 13 is also provided around the upper end of the main body 1. This ring includes at least two indicators. When the handle assembly 4 is in its initial state, the two indicators are located on either side of the handle assembly 4; each indicates hot or cold water flow, respectively. The two indicators are different colors or patterns. When the handle assembly 4 is in its initial state, the two indicators are located on either side of the handle assembly 4, allowing the user to intuitively determine the direction of the water flow at any time. The two indicators can be distinguished by color or pattern. Typically, the cold water indicator is blue or has a snowflake pattern, while the hot water indicator is red or has a flame pattern. This visual indicator allows the user to quickly understand the current water temperature and adjust it as needed. The simple and practical design of the indicator ring 13 not only coordinates with the overall appearance of the faucet but also effectively prevents user error, providing a clear reference direction when adjusting the water temperature.

[0029] When the user rotates the housing 3 to adjust the water temperature, the handle assembly 4 will swing left and right with the housing 3. At this time, the two colors or patterns of the indicator ring 13 can help the user confirm in real time whether the current water temperature is cold water, hot water or a mixture of the two.

[0030] A rotating bushing 6 is also provided between the end of the shell 3 and the end of the main body 1. The rotating bushing 6 plays an important role in wear resistance and improving the feel of the entire structure, ensuring that the user can feel a smooth and unobstructed operating experience when rotating the shell 3. The material of the rotating bushing 6 is usually a material with high wear resistance, which can effectively reduce the friction between the shell 3 and the main body 1, thereby reducing the wear problem caused by long-term rotation operation. The presence of the rotating bushing 6 can also significantly improve the user's operating feel. In daily use, when the user rotates the shell 3 to adjust the water temperature, he can clearly feel the smoothness and stability of the operation, avoiding the awkwardness or abnormal noise caused by direct contact.

[0031] In this embodiment, a rotary joint 7 is fixedly mounted on the upper end of the body 1, and the outlet tube 5 is rotatably mounted on the rotary joint 7. The faucet also includes a pull-out tube 8, the first end of which is connected to the valve chamber 12. The second end of the pull-out tube 8 passes through the body 1 and the outlet tube 5. The second end of the pull-out rod is connected to the water outlet head 9 at the end of the outlet tube 5. This design allows the pull-out tube 8 to be pulled out of the faucet, allowing the user to flexibly extend the water outlet head 9 to a wider range of uses. This pull-out design provides great convenience for users, especially when cleaning or rinsing large items. Users can easily pull out the pull-out tube 8 and direct the water flow directly to the area to be cleaned. After use, the pull-out tube 8 can be smoothly retracted into the outlet tube 5, maintaining the overall appearance and neatness of the faucet. The combination of the rotary joint 7 and the pull-out tube 8 achieves a more flexible and diverse operating experience. Whether for daily cleaning or special needs, users can enjoy a more convenient and flexible use. At the same time, the whole structure is compact and reasonable, ensuring durability and stability for long-term use.

[0032] The above is only a preferred specific implementation method of the present invention, but the design concept of the present invention is not limited to this. Any technician familiar with the technical field who uses this concept to make non-substantial changes to the present invention within the technical scope disclosed by the present invention shall be deemed to infringe the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A faucet, characterized in that: It includes a body, a valve core, an outer shell and a handle assembly; the lower end of the body is used to connect to the table, and the upper end of the body is used to connect to the water outlet seat pipe; the valve core is arranged inside the body, and the handle assembly is connected to the valve core; the outer shell is rotatably mounted outside the body, and the handle assembly extends from the side wall of the body and extends out of the outer shell. The handle assembly can swing in the up and down direction to control the valve core switch, and the rotation of the outer shell relative to the body can drive the handle assembly to swing left and right to control the water outlet temperature of the valve core.

2. A faucet according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side wall of the body forms a lateral opening, the lower side of the lateral opening has a valve cavity, and the valve core is arranged in the valve cavity; one end of the handle assembly is connected to the valve core, and the other end of the handle assembly extends out of the lateral opening.

3. A faucet according to claim 2, characterized in that: The shell includes a through hole corresponding to the lateral opening, the through hole extends in the up and down direction, and the handle assembly can swing up and down relative to the through hole; when the shell rotates left and right relative to the body, the side wall of the through hole drives the handle assembly to swing left and right.

4. A faucet according to claim 3, characterized in that: The handle assembly includes a handle seat and a handle rod, the handle seat is fixedly connected to the valve shaft of the valve core, one end of the handle is connected to the handle seat, and the other end of the handle extends out of the lateral opening and the through hole; wherein the extension directions of the handle and the valve shaft are perpendicular to each other.

5. The faucet according to claim 1, characterized in that: An indicator ring is also provided on the upper end of the body, and the indicator ring includes at least two indication information. When the handle assembly is in the initial state, the two indication information are located on both sides of the handle assembly; the two indication information are used to indicate hot water or cold water respectively.

6. A faucet according to claim 5, characterized in that: The two indication information are different colors or patterns.

7. The faucet according to claim 1, characterized in that: The body and the shell are respectively in the shape of a cylindrical tube.

8. The faucet according to claim 1, characterized in that: A rotating bushing is further provided between the end of the shell and the end of the body.

9. The faucet according to claim 1, characterized in that: A rotary joint is fixedly provided on the upper end of the main body, and the water outlet seat pipe is rotatably provided on the rotary joint.

10. The faucet according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main body includes a valve cavity, and the valve core is arranged in the valve cavity; the faucet also includes a pull-out tube, the first end of the pull-out tube is connected to the valve cavity, the second end of the pull-out tube passes through the main body and the water outlet seat pipe, and the second end of the pull-out tube is connected to the water outlet head located at the end of the water outlet seat pipe.

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