Water drinking device with refrigeration function

By installing water storage tanks on both sides of the air duct in the water dispenser and utilizing semiconductor refrigeration technology, the problems of space occupation and low efficiency of refrigerated water dispensers are solved, achieving efficient cold water storage and high-quality cold water supply.

CN223489534UActive Publication Date: 2025-10-31VII PROD LTD
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Application Number
CN202423034224.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-09
Publication Date
2025-10-31
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-09

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Refrigerated water dispensers have problems such as the water tank taking up valuable space, low refrigeration efficiency, and poor cooling effect.

Method used

Design a water-drinking device with a cooling function. The water tank is installed on both sides of the vertically arranged air duct, so that the cold air can directly contact the side wall of the water tank. Combined with semiconductor refrigeration technology, the cooling efficiency and cooling effect are improved.

Benefits of technology

It effectively utilizes space, enhances product aesthetics and practicality, improves cooling efficiency and cold water drinking experience, shortens waiting time, and reduces energy consumption.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a water drinking device with a refrigeration function, which comprises a machine body and a water storage tank, and the machine body is provided with a vertically arranged air duct; the water storage tank comprises a first water tank and a second water tank, the first water tank is mounted on one side of the air duct, and one side of the first water tank forms one side wall of the air duct; the second water tank is mounted on the other side of the air duct, and one side of the second water tank forms the other side wall of the air duct; when cold air enters the air duct, water in the first water tank and the second water tank can be refrigerated. According to the water drinking device with the refrigeration function, the space is effectively utilized, the precious practical space is prevented from being occupied, and the attractiveness and the practicability of the product are improved. In addition, one side of the first water tank and one side of the second water tank form an air channel side wall and make contact with cold air in the air channel, efficient refrigeration and water storage are achieved, therefore, the refrigeration efficiency and the drinking experience of a user on cold water are improved, and the market competitiveness of products is remarkably improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of drinking water equipment technology, specifically to a drinking water device with a cooling function. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, chilled water dispensers are increasingly favored by users, who can quickly obtain cold water through them, greatly satisfying their demand for cold water, especially in summer.

[0003] However, some problems still exist in actual use. The water storage tank in the refrigerated water dispenser occupies valuable usable space and has low refrigeration efficiency. At the same time, the cooling effect of the output water is not good, which directly affects the user's drinking experience. Utility Model Content

[0004] To overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, this utility model provides a drinking water device with a cooling function, which effectively utilizes space, avoids occupying valuable usable space, and enhances the product's aesthetics and practicality. Furthermore, one side of the first and second water tanks forms an air duct sidewall, which comes into contact with the cold air within the air duct, achieving efficient cold water storage, thereby improving cooling efficiency and the user's drinking experience with cold water, and significantly enhancing the product's market competitiveness.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its problem is:

[0006] A water drinking device with a cooling function includes:

[0007] The body has vertically arranged air ducts;

[0008] A water storage tank, comprising a first water tank and a second water tank, wherein the first water tank is installed on one side of the air duct, and one side of the first water tank forms a side wall of the air duct; and the second water tank is installed on the other side of the air duct, and one side of the second water tank forms another side wall of the air duct.

[0009] When cold air enters the air duct, it can cool the water in the first water tank and the second water tank.

[0010] Furthermore, it also includes a first protective plate and a second protective plate, with a gap between the first protective plate and the second protective plate. A first protrusion and a second protrusion are provided in the gap. One side of the first protrusion and the second protrusion abuts against the first protective plate, and the other side of the first protrusion and the second protrusion abuts against the second protective plate.

[0011] The first protruding strip, the first protective plate, the second protruding strip, and the second protective plate together form the air duct.

[0012] Furthermore, a first mounting groove communicating with the air duct is provided on the first protrusion, and the first water tank is installed in the first mounting groove and one side of it forms a side wall of the air duct.

[0013] The second protrusion has a second mounting groove that connects to the air duct, and the second water tank is installed in the second mounting groove, with one side of it forming the other side wall of the air duct.

[0014] Furthermore, the first water tank is provided with a first connecting plate and a first through hole is provided on the first connecting plate, and the second protective plate is provided with a first mounting hole; when the first water tank is installed in the first mounting groove, it is fixed to the first mounting hole by a first fastener passing through the first through hole;

[0015] The second water tank is provided with a second connecting plate and a second through hole is provided on the second connecting plate, and a second mounting hole is also provided on the second protective plate; when the second water tank is installed in the second mounting groove, it is fixed to the second mounting hole by passing through the second through hole with a second fastener.

[0016] Furthermore, a plurality of connecting ribs are provided between the first guard plate and the second guard plate, and the plurality of connecting ribs are arranged at intervals within the air duct;

[0017] The first water tank and the second water tank each abut against one of the connecting ribs on one side.

[0018] Furthermore, the top of the first protective plate is provided with multiple spaced air outlets.

[0019] Furthermore, the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate are provided with multiple components.

[0020] Furthermore, it also includes an air inlet box located at the bottom of the air duct, the top of the air inlet box having a ventilation opening that connects to the air duct, and a plurality of air inlet holes being provided on one side of the air inlet box.

[0021] Furthermore, the back of the machine body is provided with a receiving cavity, and the air inlet box is disposed in the receiving cavity.

[0022] Furthermore, the first water tank is provided with a first inlet and a first outlet for water pipe connection on one side;

[0023] The second water tank has a second inlet and a second outlet on one side for connecting water pipes.

[0024] In summary, this utility model has the following technical effects:

[0025] 1. This utility model relates to a water-drinking device with a cooling function. A first water tank is installed on one side of the air duct, forming one side wall of the duct; a second water tank is installed on the other side of the air duct, forming the other side wall of the duct. This not only effectively utilizes space and avoids occupying valuable usable space, but also enhances the product's aesthetics and practicality. Furthermore, the fact that one side of both the first and second water tanks forms the side wall of the air duct and comes into contact with the cold air inside the duct achieves efficient cold water storage, thereby improving cooling efficiency and the user's drinking experience with cold water, and significantly enhancing the product's market competitiveness.

[0026] 2. This utility model is a drinking water device with a cooling function. When cold air enters the air duct, the cold air directly contacts one side of the first water tank and the second water tank, thereby cooling the water in both. This not only significantly improves the cooling effect of drinking cold water, but also improves the cooling efficiency, shortens the time users wait for cold water, ensures the user's drinking experience of cold water, and reduces energy consumption, making the equipment more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly. Attached Figure Description

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the drinking water device of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the drinking water device of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the drinking water device of this utility model;

[0030] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the air duct structure in the drinking water device of this utility model;

[0031] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first water tank and the second water tank in the drinking water device of this utility model.

[0032] The meanings of the reference numerals in the attached figures are as follows:

[0033] 1. Body; 11. Mounting cavity; 12. Receiving cavity; 13. Air inlet box; 131. Air inlet hole; 132. Ventilation port; 14. Back plate; 2. First protective plate; 21. Air outlet hole; 3. Second protective plate; 4. First protruding strip; 41. First mounting groove; 5. Second protruding strip; 51. Second mounting groove; 6. Air duct; 7. First water tank; 71. First connecting plate; 72. First through hole; 73. First water inlet; 74. First water outlet; 8. Second water tank; 81. Second connecting plate; 82. Second through hole; 83. Second water inlet; 84. Second water outlet; 9. Connecting rib. Detailed Implementation

[0034] To better understand and implement this invention, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0035] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", and "outer" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the module or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0036] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention.

[0037] like Figure 1-5 The illustrated water-drinking device with a cooling function includes a body 1 and a water storage tank. The body 1 has a vertically arranged air duct 6. The water storage tank includes a first water tank 7 and a second water tank 8. The first water tank 7 is installed on one side of the air duct 6, and one side of the first water tank 7 forms one side wall of the air duct 6. The second water tank 8 is installed on the other side of the air duct 6, and one side of the second water tank 8 forms the other side wall of the air duct 6. When cold air enters the air duct 6, it can cool the water in the first water tank 7 and the second water tank 8.

[0038] Based on the above structure, in the water-drinking device with cooling function of this utility model, the first water tank 7 is installed on one side of the air duct 6, forming one side wall of the air duct 6; the second water tank 8 is installed on the other side of the air duct 6, forming one side wall of the air duct 6. This not only effectively utilizes space and avoids occupying valuable usable space, but also enhances the aesthetics and practicality of the product. Furthermore, the first water tank 7 and the second water tank 8 form one side wall of the air duct 6 and come into contact with the cold air inside the air duct 6, achieving efficient cold water storage, thereby improving cooling efficiency and the user's drinking experience with cold water, and significantly enhancing the product's market competitiveness.

[0039] It should be noted that in this embodiment, the cold air can be cooled by using semiconductor refrigeration and then blown out by a fan. Semiconductor refrigeration is also known as electronic refrigeration or thermoelectric refrigeration. It utilizes a PN junction made of special semiconductor materials to form a thermocouple pair and generate the Peltier effect, which is a new type of refrigeration method that uses direct current for cooling. Of course, other refrigeration methods can also be used, and the specific method can be selected according to the actual use.

[0040] See Figure 3 The water drinking device with cooling function of this utility model also includes a first protective plate 2 and a second protective plate 3. There is a gap between the first protective plate 2 and the second protective plate 3. A first protruding strip 4 and a second protruding strip 5 are provided in the gap. One side of the first protruding strip 4 and the second protruding strip 5 abuts against the first protective plate 2, and the other side of the first protruding strip 4 and the second protruding strip 5 abuts against the second protective plate 3. The first protruding strip 4, the first protective plate 2, the second protruding strip 5 and the second protective plate 3 enclose and form an air duct 6.

[0041] Furthermore, the first protrusion 4 has a first mounting groove 41 for connecting the ventilation duct 6, the first water tank 7 is installed in the first mounting groove 41 and one side of it forms a side wall of the ventilation duct 6; the second protrusion 5 has a second mounting groove 51 for connecting the ventilation duct 6, the second water tank 8 is installed in the second mounting groove 51 and one side of it forms the other side wall of the ventilation duct 6.

[0042] When in use, cold air enters the air duct 6 and directly contacts one side of the first water tank 7 and the second water tank 8, thereby cooling the water in both tanks, improving the cooling effect of drinking water, increasing cooling efficiency, and shortening the time users have to wait for cold water.

[0043] See Figure 5 The first water tank 7 is provided with a first connecting plate 71 and a first through hole 72 is provided on the first connecting plate 71, and a first mounting hole is provided on the second protective plate 3. When the first water tank 7 is installed in the first mounting groove 41, it is fixed to the first mounting hole by passing through the first through hole 72 with a first fastener, thereby improving the firmness of the first water tank 7. The second water tank 8 is provided with a second connecting plate 81 and a second through hole 82 is provided on the second connecting plate 81, and a second mounting hole is also provided on the second protective plate 3. When the second water tank 8 is installed in the second mounting groove 51, it is fixed to the second mounting hole by passing through the second through hole 82 with a fastener, thereby improving the firmness of the second water tank 8.

[0044] See Figure 2 The first protective plate 2 and the second protective plate 3 are provided with a number of connecting ribs 9, which are arranged at intervals in the air duct 6; wherein, one side of the first water tank 7 and the second water tank 8 abuts against one of its connecting ribs 9, so as to strengthen the firmness of the first water tank 7 and the second water tank 8 in the first mounting groove 41 and the second mounting groove 51, respectively.

[0045] The top of the first protective plate 2 is provided with a plurality of spaced air outlets 21.

[0046] In this embodiment, multiple first connecting plates 71 and second connecting plates 81 are provided to improve the firmness of fixing the first water tank 7 to the second protective plate 3 after multiple fasteners pass through the first through hole 72, and to improve the firmness of fixing the second water tank 8 to the second protective plate 3 after multiple fasteners pass through the second through hole 82. At the same time, the load-bearing capacity of the first water tank 7 and the second water tank 8 for water is also improved.

[0047] In this embodiment, the body 1 is also provided with an installation cavity 11 for installing a water outlet component or water outlet device, so as to connect with the first water tank 7 and the second water tank 8 through the water outlet pipe to output drinking cold water.

[0048] It should be noted that in the above structure, the mounting cavity 11 is the practical space of the body 1. The first water tank 7 and the second water tank 8 are respectively installed on both sides of the air duct 6, which can avoid occupying valuable practical space, thereby improving the aesthetics and practicality of the product.

[0049] See also Figure 3 The water drinking device with cooling function of this utility model also includes an air inlet box 13 located at the bottom of the air duct 6. The top of the air inlet box 13 is provided with a vent 132 connected to the air duct 6, and a plurality of air inlets 131 are provided on one side of the air inlet box 13.

[0050] It should be noted that, in this embodiment, the air inlet box 13 can be used to install a device that generates cold air, such as semiconductor refrigeration or a fan.

[0051] In this embodiment, the back of the body 1 is provided with a receiving cavity 12, and the air inlet box 13 is disposed in the receiving cavity 12.

[0052] The water drinking device with cooling function of this utility model also includes a back plate 14, which is installed on the back of the body 1 and covers the receiving cavity 12, thus serving both a protective and aesthetic purpose.

[0053] In this embodiment, the first water tank 7 is provided with a first inlet 73 and a first outlet 74 for water pipe connection on one side; the second water tank 8 is provided with a second inlet 83 and a second outlet 84 for water pipe connection on one side. In use, water can be supplied to the first water tank 7 and the second water tank 8 by connecting the inlet pipe to the first inlet 73 and the second inlet 83. One side of the first water tank 7 and the second water tank 8 forms the side wall of the air duct 6 and comes into contact with the cold air in the air duct 6 to achieve efficient cold storage of water. The first outlet 74 and the second outlet 84 are connected to the water outlet assembly by the outlet pipe to output cold water for users to drink.

[0054] It should be noted that in this embodiment, the first water outlet 74 and the first water inlet 73 are arranged vertically on the first water tank 7, and the second water outlet 84 and the second water inlet 83 are arranged vertically on the second water tank 8. Therefore, when water is introduced into the first water tank 7 and the second water tank 8 through the water inlet pipe, the residence time of water in the first water tank 7 and the second water tank 8 can be extended, thereby improving the refrigeration effect and cooling efficiency of water in the first water tank 7 and the second water tank 8. Of course, the positions of the first water outlet 74 and the first water inlet 73, and the second water outlet 84 and the second water inlet 83 can also be interchanged vertically or horizontally, depending on the specific needs, and are not limited to this.

[0055] In summary, this utility model provides a water-drinking device with a cooling function. The first water tank 7 is installed on one side of the air duct 6, forming one side wall of the air duct 6; the second water tank 8 is installed on the other side of the air duct 6, forming the other side wall of the air duct 6. This not only effectively utilizes space and avoids occupying valuable usable space, but also enhances the product's aesthetics and practicality. Furthermore, the fact that one side of both the first water tank 7 and the second water tank 8 forms the side wall of the air duct 6 and comes into contact with the cold air inside the air duct 6 achieves efficient cold water storage, thereby improving cooling efficiency and the user's drinking experience with cold water, and significantly enhancing the product's market competitiveness.

[0056] This utility model is a drinking water device with a cooling function. When cold air enters the air duct 6, the cold air directly contacts one side of the first water tank 7 and the second water tank 8, thereby cooling the water in both. This not only significantly improves the cooling effect of drinking cold water, but also improves the cooling efficiency, shortens the time users wait for cold water, ensures the user's drinking experience of cold water, and reduces energy consumption, making the equipment more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly.

[0057] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another component, it can be directly on or indirectly on the other component. When a component is referred to as being "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to or indirectly connected to the other component.

[0058] It should be understood that the terms "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the module or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0059] Furthermore, in the description of this utility model, "multiple" and "several" mean two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0060] The technical means disclosed in this utility model are not limited to those disclosed in the above embodiments, but also include technical solutions composed of any combination of the above technical features. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various improvements and modifications without departing from the principle of this utility model, and these improvements and modifications are also considered within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A drinking water device with a cooling function, characterized in that, include: The body has vertically arranged air ducts; A water storage tank, comprising a first water tank and a second water tank, wherein the first water tank is installed on one side of the air duct, and one side of the first water tank forms a side wall of the air duct; and the second water tank is installed on the other side of the air duct, and one side of the second water tank forms another side wall of the air duct. When cold air enters the air duct, it can cool the water in the first water tank and the second water tank.

2. The drinking water device with cooling function according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a first protective plate and a second protective plate, with a gap between the first protective plate and the second protective plate. A first protrusion and a second protrusion are provided in the gap. One side of the first protrusion and the second protrusion abuts against the first protective plate, and the other side of the first protrusion and the second protrusion abuts against the second protective plate. The first protruding strip, the first protective plate, the second protruding strip, and the second protective plate together form the air duct.

3. The drinking water device with cooling function according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first protrusion has a first mounting groove that connects to the air duct, and the first water tank is installed in the first mounting groove and one side of it forms a side wall of the air duct. The second protrusion has a second mounting groove that connects to the air duct, and the second water tank is installed in the second mounting groove, with one side of it forming the other side wall of the air duct.

4. The drinking water device with cooling function according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first water tank is provided with a first connecting plate and a first through hole is provided on the first connecting plate, and the second protective plate is provided with a first mounting hole; when the first water tank is installed in the first mounting groove, it is fixed to the first mounting hole by a first fastener passing through the first through hole; The second water tank is provided with a second connecting plate and a second through hole is provided on the second connecting plate, and a second mounting hole is also provided on the second protective plate; when the second water tank is installed in the second mounting groove, it is fixed to the second mounting hole by passing through the second through hole with a second fastener.

5. The drinking water device with cooling function according to claim 4, characterized in that, A plurality of connecting ribs are provided between the first guard plate and the second guard plate, and the plurality of connecting ribs are arranged at intervals in the air duct; The first water tank and the second water tank each abut against one of the connecting ribs on one side.

6. The drinking water device with cooling function according to claim 4, characterized in that, The top of the first protective plate has multiple air outlets arranged at intervals.

7. The drinking water device with cooling function according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first connecting plate and the second connecting plate are provided in multiple ways.

8. The drinking water device with cooling function according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes an air inlet box located at the bottom of the air duct, the top of the air inlet box having a ventilation opening that connects to the air duct, and a plurality of air inlet holes being provided on one side of the air inlet box.

9. The drinking water device with cooling function according to claim 8, characterized in that, The back of the machine body is provided with a receiving cavity, and the air inlet box is disposed in the receiving cavity.

10. The drinking water device with cooling function according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first water tank is provided with a first inlet and a first outlet for water pipe connection on one side; The second water tank has a second inlet and a second outlet on one side for connecting water pipes.