Sponge filter for aquarium

By filling the sponge filter with ceramic filter materials and air stones, the problems of sponge filter floating and noise in the aquarium are solved, and stable and efficient water purification effects are achieved.

CN223322772UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-12蔡金勇
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422616776.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-10-29
Publication Date
2025-09-12
Estimated Expiration
2034-10-29

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Technical Problem

Existing sponge filters are prone to floating or tipping over in aquariums, produce large bubbles and make noticeable noise, and do not fully utilize the internal space of the filter.

Method used

A sponge filter is designed, which includes a base assembly, a detachable hollow sleeve, a sponge filter layer and an upper cover assembly. The hollow sleeve is filled with ceramic filter material to increase the weight and is combined with bubble stones to stabilize the filter, thereby improving the problems of fine bubbles and noise.

Benefits of technology

The stability of the sponge filter in the aquarium is achieved, the filtration efficiency is improved, the noise is reduced, and the water purification effect is improved through physical and biological filtration.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a sponge filter for aquariums, which comprises a base component, a hollow sleeve is detachably mounted at the top of the base component, a sponge filter layer is movably sleeved on the surface of the hollow sleeve, an upper cover component is detachably mounted at the top of the hollow sleeve, and a connecting cover is arranged at the bottom of the hollow sleeve. The hollow sleeve and the base assembly are filled with ceramic filter materials, the upper cover assembly comprises a top cover, a water outlet flow guide pipe is connected to the top of the top cover in an inserted mode, and air stones are connected to the bottom of the top cover in an inserted mode through a guide pipe. The middle space of the hollow sleeve is communicated with the interior of the base assembly, and the base assembly and the hollow sleeve are filled with the spherical ceramic filter material, so that the self weight is increased, the sponge filter is prevented from floating or turning over in water, the sponge filter can stably sink to the bottom of the aquarium, and the service life of the aquarium is prolonged. The product has both physical filtration and biological filtration, the filtration efficiency is improved, and noise is reduced through the added air stone.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of aquaculture, in particular to a sponge filter for an aquarium. Background Art

[0002] When people raise ornamental fish, they usually install sponge filters in the aquarium to purify the water.

[0003] The existing sponge filter products use iron blocks to increase the weight at the bottom to prevent the sponge filter from floating or overturning in the water. An air guide tube is set in the hollow part, and the air outlet is not connected to the air stone, resulting in coarse air bubbles and obvious noise. The filter material is a single sponge, and the internal space of the filter is not fully utilized. Therefore, in response to the above phenomena, there is an urgent need to design and produce a sponge filter for aquariums to meet the needs of actual use. Utility Model Content

[0004] The utility model provides a sponge filter for an aquarium to solve the technical problems in the background technology.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solutions:

[0006] A sponge filter for an aquarium, characterized by:

[0007] It includes a base assembly, a hollow sleeve is detachably mounted on the top of the base assembly, a sponge filter layer is movably sleeved on the surface of the hollow sleeve, an upper cover assembly is detachably mounted on the top of the hollow sleeve, a connecting cover is provided at the bottom of the hollow sleeve, ceramic filter materials are filled in the hollow sleeve and the base assembly, the upper cover assembly includes a top cover, a water outlet diversion pipe is plugged into the top of the top cover, an air stone is plugged into the bottom of the top cover through a conduit, and an air inlet interface is provided in the middle of the top surface of the top cover.

[0008] Furthermore, the hollow sleeve is an integrated structure, and a through groove is provided on the surface of the hollow sleeve from top to bottom.

[0009] Furthermore, the base assembly includes a bottom bowl, the top of the bottom bowl is threadedly connected to a mounting cover, and the top of the mounting cover and the connecting cover are designed as an integrated structure.

[0010] Compared with the related art, the aquarium sponge filter provided by the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0011] 1. This utility model provides a sponge filter for an aquarium. By connecting the space between the hollow sleeve and the interior of the base assembly, and filling the base assembly and the hollow sleeve with spherical ceramic filter material, the weight of the sponge filter is increased, preventing it from floating or tipping over in the water, allowing it to sink stably to the bottom of the aquarium. This allows the product to achieve both physical and biological filtration, improving filtration efficiency, and reducing noise through the addition of air stones.

[0012] 2. The structural design is simplified, the installation is convenient, and it has significant application value and promotion value. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0013] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the utility model;

[0014] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the utility model;

[0015] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the overall three-dimensional assembly structure of the utility model;

[0016] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the upper cover assembly of the utility model;

[0017] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the utility model;

[0018] Among them, 1. Base assembly; 2. Hollow sleeve; 3. Sponge filter layer; 4. Upper cover assembly; 10. Bottom bowl; 11. Installation cover; 12. Connection cover; 41. Top cover; 42. Water outlet diversion pipe; 43. Bubble stone. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0019] To make the purpose, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention more clear, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, not all embodiments. Generally, the components of the embodiments of the present invention described and shown in the drawings herein can be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0020] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, it should be noted that if the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inner", "outer", etc. appear, the orientation or position relationship indicated is based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or position relationship in which the product of the utility model is usually placed when in use. It is only for the convenience of describing the utility model and simplifying the description, and does not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, it should not be understood as limiting the present invention. In addition, the terms "first", "second", "third", etc. are only used to distinguish the description and should not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0021] Furthermore, the use of terms such as "horizontal," "vertical," and "overhanging" does not necessarily imply that the component must be absolutely horizontal or overhanging, but rather that it can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" simply means that its direction is more horizontal than "vertical," not that the structure must be completely horizontal, but rather that it can be slightly tilted.

[0022] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, “a plurality of” means at least 2.

[0023] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "disposed," "installed," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to internal connections between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention based on specific circumstances.

[0024] Example:

[0025] Embodiment 1, by Figure 1-4 It is given that the utility model includes a base assembly 1, a hollow sleeve 2 is detachably installed on the top of the base assembly 1, a sponge filter layer 3 is movably sleeved on the surface of the hollow sleeve 2, an upper cover assembly 4 is detachably installed on the top of the hollow sleeve 2, a connecting cover 12 is provided at the bottom of the hollow sleeve 2, ceramic filter materials are filled in the hollow sleeve 2 and the base assembly 1, the upper cover assembly 4 includes a top cover 41, a water outlet diversion pipe 42 is inserted at the top of the top cover 41, and an air stone 43 is inserted at the bottom of the top cover 41 through a conduit, so that the air stone 43 is located at the inner bottom of the hollow sleeve 2, and an air inlet interface is provided in the middle of the top surface of the top cover 41 for supplying air to the air stone 43.

[0026] In this embodiment, the middle space of the hollow sleeve 2 and the interior of the base assembly 1 are all connected, and ceramic filter material is used to fill the hollow part to increase its own weight, prevent the sponge filter from floating or overturning in the water, and enable it to sink stably to the bottom of the aquarium; wherein, there is an arrow on the top cover 41 to indicate the opening direction of the top cover 41.

[0027] The hollow sleeve 2 is an integrated structure, and a through groove is provided on the surface of the hollow sleeve 2 .

[0028] The base assembly 1 includes a bottom bowl 10, and the top of the bottom bowl 10 is threadedly connected to a mounting cover 11. The top of the mounting cover 11 and the connecting cover 12 are designed as an integrated structure, so that the hollow sleeve 2, the connecting cover 12, the mounting cover 11 and the bottom bowl 10 can be combined into one accessory, simplifying the overall structure.

[0029] In this embodiment, the space between the base assembly 1 and the hollow sleeve 2 can be filled with spherical ceramic filter materials, so that the product has both the mechanical filtration of a sponge and the biological filtration function of the ceramic filter material.

[0030] Working principle:

[0031] The sponge filter is connected to the air pump and the air hose. The air pump transports air to the filter through the hose to generate bubbles. When the bubbles rise, they produce a water-lifting effect, driving the water in the hollow sleeve to rise and flow out. At the same time, the water outside the sponge filter enters the sponge filter through the sponge filter layer. After being purified by the sponge and ceramic filter material, the water flows back to the fish tank, forming a cycle filtration, continuously maintaining clean and stable water quality.

[0032] To sum up, the sponge filter drives the water flow by lifting water through bubbles. Through the physical filtration of the sponge and the biological filtration of nitrifying bacteria, the fish tank water is purified and sufficient dissolved oxygen is provided for the water body. It is a more effective filtering device for small fish tanks.

[0033] The above description of the present invention and its embodiments is non-limiting. The drawings show only one embodiment of the present invention, and the actual structure is not limited thereto. In short, if a person skilled in the art is inspired by the above, and does not deviate from the purpose of the present invention, without inventive design, a structure and embodiment similar to the technical solution should fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A sponge filter for an aquarium, characterized by: The invention comprises a base assembly (1), a hollow sleeve (2) is detachably mounted on the top of the base assembly (1), a sponge filter layer (3) is movably sleeved on the surface of the hollow sleeve (2), an upper cover assembly (4) is detachably mounted on the top of the hollow sleeve (2), a connecting cover (12) is provided at the bottom of the hollow sleeve (2), ceramic filter materials are filled in the hollow sleeve (2) and the base assembly (1), the upper cover assembly (4) comprises a top cover (41), a water outlet guide pipe (42) is plugged into the top of the top cover (41), an air bubble stone (43) is plugged into the bottom of the top cover (41) through a conduit, and an air inlet interface is provided in the middle of the top surface of the top cover (41).

2. The aquarium sponge filter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The hollow sleeve is an integrated structure, and a through groove is provided on the surface of the hollow sleeve (2) from top to bottom.

3. The aquarium sponge filter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base assembly (1) comprises a bottom bowl (10), the top of the bottom bowl (10) is threadedly connected to a mounting cover (11), and the top of the mounting cover (11) and the connecting cover (12) are designed as an integrated structure.