Waterproof motor assembly and cleaning equipment

By providing a waterproof cover on the outside of the motor and setting a waterproof sealing structure, the problem of cleaning liquid seeping into the motor is solved, and the service life of the cleaning equipment is extended.

CN223414690UActive Publication Date: 2025-10-03SUZHOU PROVAC TECH CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422452977.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-10-11
Publication Date
2025-10-03
Estimated Expiration
2034-10-11

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

In existing cleaning equipment, cleaning liquid easily seeps into the motor during the cleaning process of the roller brush, causing damage to the motor and shortening its service life.

Method used

A waterproof cover is provided on the outside of the motor, and a waterproof sealing structure is provided between the waterproof cover and the mounting seat, including grooves, protrusions, sealing rings or sealants, to prevent cleaning fluid from entering the motor.

Benefits of technology

Effectively prevent cleaning fluid from penetrating into the motor, avoid motor damage, and extend the service life of the cleaning equipment.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a waterproof motor assembly, which comprises a mounting seat, a motor fixed on the mounting seat, and a waterproof sleeve covering the outer side of the motor and connected with the mounting seat, and a waterproof sealing structure for preventing cleaning liquid from entering the motor is arranged between the waterproof sleeve and the mounting seat. The waterproof sleeve is made of flexible materials or plastics. According to the waterproof motor assembly, the waterproof sleeve covers the outer side of the motor, and the waterproof sealing structure is arranged between the waterproof sleeve and the mounting seat, so that the motor is prevented from being damaged due to the fact that cleaning liquid permeates into the motor when the rolling brush is cleaned.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of household electrical appliances, and in particular to a waterproof motor component and a cleaning device. Background Art

[0002] As people's living standards improve, cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbers and vacuum cleaners that can be used to clean home floors or carpets have gradually entered thousands of households and become important household appliances in people's daily lives.

[0003] Cleaning equipment, such as a floor scrubber, includes a waterproof motor assembly, a floor scrubber body, and a handle, which are connected in sequence. The waterproof motor assembly contacts the surface to be cleaned and cleans the surface through the waterproof motor assembly. The waterproof motor assembly includes a roller brush and a roller brush drive mechanism that drives the roller brush to rotate.

[0004] When using a roller brush to clean a surface, dirt easily accumulates on the brush, which requires further cleaning to improve the cleaning effect. Currently, the roller brush is mainly cleaned with a cleaning fluid (such as water). However, during the roller brush cleaning process, some of the cleaning fluid easily seeps into the motor, causing damage to the motor and thus shortening the service life of the cleaning equipment. Utility Model Content

[0005] In order to solve at least one technical problem of the prior art, the utility model provides a waterproof motor assembly and a cleaning device.

[0006] In order to achieve the above-mentioned purpose of the utility model, the technical solution adopted by the utility model is: a waterproof motor assembly, including a mounting base, a motor fixed on the mounting base, and a waterproof cover arranged on the outside of the motor and connected to the mounting base, and a waterproof sealing structure is provided between the waterproof cover and the mounting base to prevent cleaning liquid from entering the motor.

[0007] In some embodiments, the waterproof sealing structure includes a first groove formed on the waterproof cover and a first protrusion provided on the mounting seat and cooperating with the first groove; or

[0008] The waterproof sealing structure includes a second protrusion provided on the waterproof cover and a second groove provided on the mounting seat and matched with the second protrusion; or

[0009] A seal between the waterproof housing and the mounting base; or

[0010] Sealant between the waterproof case and the mount.

[0011] In some embodiments, the waterproof cover is made of a flexible material or plastic, such as rubber.

[0012] In certain embodiments, it is characterized in that the waterproof cover includes a barrel body and a connecting portion provided at the open end of the barrel body, and the inner wall of the connecting portion is provided with the groove extending along the circumferential direction or the second protrusion extending along the circumferential direction.

[0013] In some embodiments, a convex ring extending in the circumferential direction is provided on the outer wall of the barrel body, and the convex ring protrudes outward from the outer circumference of the barrel body.

[0014] In some embodiments, the waterproof cover is provided with at least one heat dissipation hole.

[0015] In some embodiments, a mounting portion is provided on a side wall of the mounting seat, and the waterproof motor assembly is installed in the floor brush through the mounting portion.

[0016] In some embodiments, the mounting portion includes a mounting plate having one end connected to the side wall of the mounting seat and a mounting ring fixed to the other end of the mounting plate, and a mounting through hole is formed in the center of the mounting ring.

[0017] In certain embodiments, the mounting seat is further provided with a roller brush docking member, and the waterproof motor assembly and the motor are respectively arranged at two ends of the same end surface of the mounting seat.

[0018] The utility model also provides a cleaning device, comprising a floor brush, wherein the floor brush is provided with the above-mentioned waterproof motor assembly and a roller brush detachably connected to the waterproof motor assembly.

[0019] Due to the application of the above technical solution, the utility model has the following advantages compared with the prior art:

[0020] The waterproof motor assembly of the utility model is provided with a waterproof sleeve on the outer side of the motor, and a waterproof sealing structure is provided between the waterproof sleeve and the mounting seat, thereby preventing the cleaning liquid from seeping into the motor when cleaning the roller brush and causing damage to the motor. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of a waterproof motor assembly of the utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 It is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the waterproof cover of the utility model. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] In order to enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present invention, the following will clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts should fall within the scope of protection of this application.

[0024] It should be noted that the terms "first", "second", etc. in the specification and claims of the present application and the above-mentioned drawings are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequential order. It should be understood that the data used in this way can be interchanged where appropriate, so that the embodiments of the present application described here. In addition, the terms "including" and "having" and any of their variations are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusions. For example, a process, method, system, product or device that includes a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units clearly listed, but may include other steps or units that are not clearly listed or inherent to these processes, methods, products or devices.

[0025] In this application, terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "front," "back," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "center," "vertical," "horizontal," "transverse," and "longitudinal" indicate positions or locations based on the positions or locations shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are primarily intended to better describe the present invention and its embodiments and are not intended to limit the devices, elements, or components indicated to having a specific orientation, or to being constructed or operated in a specific orientation.

[0026] Furthermore, some of the above terms may be used to express other meanings besides indicating a position or location. For example, the term "on" may also be used to indicate a dependency or connection in certain circumstances. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0027] Furthermore, the terms "installed," "disposed," "provided with," "connected," "connected," and "socketed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, removable connections, or integral structures; mechanical connections or electrical connections; direct connections, indirect connections through an intermediary, or internal communication between two devices, elements, or components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0028] It should be noted that, in the absence of conflict, the embodiments and features of the embodiments in this application can be combined with each other. The present application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and in combination with the embodiments.

[0029] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 The present disclosure provides a waterproof motor assembly, including a mounting base 1, a motor fixed on the mounting base 1, and a waterproof cover 2 covering the outside of the motor and connected to the mounting base 1, and a waterproof sealing structure is provided between the waterproof cover 2 and the mounting base 1 to prevent cleaning liquid from entering the motor.

[0030] In some embodiments, the waterproof sealing structure includes a first groove 230 provided on the waterproof cover 2 and a first protrusion provided on the mounting seat 1 and cooperating with the first groove 230; or the waterproof sealing structure includes a second protrusion provided on the waterproof cover 2 and a second groove provided on the mounting seat 1 and cooperating with the second protrusion; or a sealing ring located between the waterproof cover (2) and the mounting seat (1); or a sealant located between the waterproof cover (2) and the mounting seat (1), which can be selected according to actual needs.

[0031] Furthermore, the waterproof cover 2 includes a barrel body 21 and a connecting portion 23 provided at an open end of the barrel body 21 , and an inner wall of the connecting portion 23 is provided with a first groove 230 extending in the circumferential direction or a second protrusion extending in the circumferential direction.

[0032] Furthermore, a circumferentially extending convex ring 22 is provided on the outer wall of the barrel body 21. The convex ring 22 protrudes outward from the outer circumference of the barrel body 21. When the waterproof motor assembly is installed in the floor brush, the installation component in the floor brush is engaged with the convex ring 22.

[0033] In some embodiments, the waterproof cover 2 is made of a flexible material or plastic, such as rubber.

[0034] As a preferred embodiment, at least one heat dissipation hole 210 is provided on the waterproof cover 2. When the floor brush is placed horizontally, the heat dissipation hole 210 is located above the waterproof cover 2. The heat generated by the motor during operation is discharged to the outside of the waterproof cover 2 through the heat dissipation hole 210.

[0035] In some embodiments, the waterproof cover 2 is provided with a wire outlet hole 24, through which the wires are connected to the motor. The wire outlet hole 24 is provided on the axial surface of the waterproof cover 2 facing away from the mounting base 1.

[0036] In some embodiments, a mounting portion 4 is provided on the side wall of the mounting base 1, and the waterproof motor assembly is mounted in the floor brush via the mounting portion 4. The mounting portion 4 includes a mounting plate 41 connected to the side wall of the mounting base 1 at one end, and a mounting ring 42 fixed to the other end of the mounting plate 41. The center portion of the mounting ring 42 defines a mounting hole.

[0037] Furthermore, the mounting portion 4 is further provided with ribs 43 connected to the side walls of the mounting seat 1 and the mounting plate 41 respectively.

[0038] In some embodiments, the mounting base 1 is further provided with a roller brush docking member 3 , and the roller brush docking member 3 and the motor are respectively provided at two ends of the same end surface of the mounting base 1 .

[0039] In some embodiments, the mounting seat 1 includes an upper seat 11 and a lower seat 12 that are detachably connected, and an installation cavity is formed between the upper seat 11 and the lower seat 12. A transmission assembly is provided in the installation cavity, and the transmission assembly is respectively connected to the motor and the roller brush docking member 3.

[0040] A first connecting hole and a second connecting hole are respectively provided at both ends of the same end face of the upper seat 11. The output shaft of the motor is connected to the transmission assembly after passing through the first connecting hole, and the roller brush docking part 3 is connected to the transmission assembly after passing through the second connecting hole. The roller brush docking part 3 is rotatably connected to the upper seat 11 through a bearing.

[0041] The utility model also provides a cleaning device, including a floor brush, wherein the floor brush is provided with the above-mentioned waterproof motor assembly and a roller brush detachably connected to the waterproof motor assembly, and the roller brush is plugged into the roller brush docking member 3.

[0042] The above description of the disclosed embodiments is intended to enable one skilled in the art to implement or use the present invention. Various modifications to the above embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is intended to conform to the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A waterproof motor assembly, characterized in that: The invention comprises a mounting seat (1), a motor fixed on the mounting seat (1), and a waterproof cover (2) arranged on the outside of the motor and connected to the mounting seat (1); a waterproof sealing structure for preventing cleaning liquid from entering the motor is provided between the waterproof cover (2) and the mounting seat (1); and the waterproof cover (2) is made of a flexible material or plastic.

2. The waterproof motor assembly according to claim 1, wherein: The waterproof sealing structure comprises a first groove (230) provided on the waterproof cover (2) and a first protrusion provided on the mounting seat (1) and cooperating with the first groove (230); or The waterproof sealing structure comprises a second protrusion provided on the waterproof cover (2) and a second groove provided on the mounting seat (1) and cooperating with the second protrusion; or a sealing ring between the waterproof housing (2) and the mounting base (1); or Sealant located between the waterproof cover (2) and the mounting base (1).

3. The waterproof motor assembly according to claim 2, wherein: The waterproof cover (2) comprises a barrel body (21) and a connecting portion (23) arranged at an open end of the barrel body (21); the inner wall of the connecting portion (23) is provided with the first groove (230) extending in the circumferential direction or the second protrusion extending in the circumferential direction.

4. The waterproof motor assembly according to claim 3, wherein: A convex ring (22) extending in the circumferential direction is provided on the outer wall of the barrel body (21), and the convex ring (22) protrudes outward from the outer circumferential surface of the barrel body (21).

5. The waterproof motor assembly according to claim 1, wherein: The waterproof cover (2) is provided with at least one heat dissipation hole (210).

6. The waterproof motor assembly according to claim 1, wherein: A mounting portion (4) is provided on the side wall of the mounting seat (1), and the waterproof motor assembly is mounted in the floor brush via the mounting portion (4).

7. The waterproof motor assembly according to claim 6, wherein: The mounting portion (4) comprises a mounting plate (41) having one end connected to the side wall of the mounting seat (1) and a mounting ring (42) fixed to the other end of the mounting plate (41), wherein a mounting through hole is provided at the center of the mounting ring (42).

8. The waterproof motor assembly according to claim 1, wherein: The mounting seat (1) is further provided with a roller brush docking member (3), and the roller brush docking member (3) and the motor are respectively arranged at two ends of the same end surface of the mounting seat (1).

9. A cleaning device, characterized in that: It comprises a floor brush, in which the waterproof motor assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 8 and a roller brush detachably connected to the waterproof motor assembly are arranged.