Double-liquid-level water tank for atomizing fireplace

By introducing a dual-level system into the water tank of the atomizing fireplace, and utilizing a combination of level sensor array and electronic probe, the problem of continuous water pumping caused by float jamming was solved, thus achieving safe and reliable operation of the machine.

CN223499706UActive Publication Date: 2025-10-31TAICANG MOLONEY HOUSEHOLD PROD CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202423094455.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-16
Publication Date
2025-10-31
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-16

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Technical Problem

The existing atomizing fireplace has a problem where the water tank's float gets stuck, causing the water pump to continuously pump water, which may lead to water entering the machine and causing damage.

Method used

Design a dual-level water tank, comprising a main body, an external water tank, a level sensor group, and an electronic probe. The level sensor group monitors the water level, and the float moves up and down to control the operation of the water pump. When the float goes out of control, the electronic probe sends a power-off signal to prevent water from entering the machine.

Benefits of technology

This provides double protection for the machine, preventing damage from water ingress and ensuring reliable pump operation and overall machine safety.

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Abstract

The double-liquid-level water tank comprises a water tank main body, a water pump, an external water tank, a liquid level sensor group and an electronic probe, the external water tank is fixed on one side of the water tank main body and is in through connection with the water tank main body, the liquid level sensor group is arranged in the water tank main body, and the electronic probe is arranged in the water tank main body. The electronic probe is fixed to the lower surface of the top plate of the external water tank in the vertical direction, and an inductor is arranged at the bottom of the electronic probe. The double-liquid-level water tank for the atomization fireplace is advanced in design, compact in structure and reliable in operation, when the liquid level sensor set works normally, the buoy floats up and down along with the liquid level, when the buoy floats upwards to the high-water-level sensing block, the water pump stops working, when the liquid level sensor set works abnormally, the buoy is out of control and cannot float upwards along with the liquid level, and the water pump stops working. When the water level in the external water tank touches the bottom of the electronic probe, the machine stops working completely, the electronic probe and the liquid level sensor set form double insurance, and water is effectively prevented from entering the machine.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of atomizing fireplace technology, specifically relating to a dual-level water tank for atomizing fireplaces. Background Technology

[0002] A misting fireplace uses water as a medium. Within a semi-enclosed chamber, an ultrasonic atomizer converts electrical energy into ultrasonic energy, breaking down liquid water molecules to create a mist. An internal blower then propels this white mist out of strip-shaped outlets, forming a mist curtain. Red (flame-colored) lights project the flame effect onto the mist curtain, ultimately simulating a realistic flame. This allows viewers to see a convincingly realistic flame from various angles, creating the decorative effect of a real fireplace. The water in the fireplace is drawn from an external tank by a pump, and the water level is controlled by a level sensor inside the tank. The level sensor typically includes a sensing cylinder, low-level and high-level sensing blocks at either end of the cylinder, and a float attached to the cylinder that moves up and down with the water level.

[0003] In practical applications, the buoy makes contact with the sensing cylinder as it moves up and down. If there are impurities or turbidity in the water tank, the buoy may get stuck on the sensing cylinder. When water is being added, the water pump continuously draws water in. If the buoy is stuck and unable to move up and down, the highest water level cannot receive the signal, causing water to continue to be pumped in, leading to a loss of control and ultimately causing water damage to the machine's interior. Therefore, there is an urgent need to design a dual-level water tank for atomizing fireplaces to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a dual-level water tank for atomizing fireplaces to solve the problems existing in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a dual-level water tank for an atomizing fireplace, comprising a water tank body, a water pump, an external water tank, a level sensor assembly, and an electronic probe. The external water tank is fixed to one side of the water tank body and is connected to the water tank body through it. The level sensor assembly is disposed inside the water tank body. The level sensor assembly includes a vertically arranged sensing cylinder, a low-level sensing block fixedly sleeved at the bottom of the sensing cylinder, a high-level sensing block fixedly sleeved at the top of the sensing cylinder, and a float movably sleeved on the sensing cylinder. The electronic probe is vertically fixed to the lower surface of the top plate of the external water tank, and a sensor is provided at the bottom of the electronic probe.

[0006] Furthermore, a port is provided on one side of the main body of the water tank, and an installation port is provided on the top of the main body of the water tank. The port is located on the same side as the external water tank, and the size of the port is not greater than the longitudinal section of the external water tank.

[0007] Furthermore, the water pump is fixed to the top of the water tank body by a mounting bracket. One end of the water pump is provided with an inlet and an outlet, and the other end is provided with a terminal block for electrical connection to an external power source. The inlet is connected to an external water source through a water pipe, and the outlet is connected to the water tank body through a water pipe.

[0008] Furthermore, the external water tank includes a tank body and a top cover. The tank body has a rectangular groove structure, and the top cover is fixed to the top of the tank body by bolts. One end of the electronic probe passes through the top cover and is fixedly connected by bolts.

[0009] Furthermore, the liquid level sensor assembly also includes a mounting plate, one end of which passes through the mounting plate and is fixedly connected by bolts, and the size of the mounting plate is not smaller than the size of the mounting opening.

[0010] Furthermore, the water pump, level sensor assembly, and electronic probe are all electrically connected to an external electrical box via a controller.

[0011] Furthermore, the sensor is positioned at a horizontal height lower than that of the high water level sensing block, but higher than the horizontal height of the lower surface of the buoy.

[0012] The technical effects and advantages of this utility model are as follows: The dual-level water tank for atomizing fireplace is advanced in design, compact in structure, convenient to use, and reliable in operation. It consists of a main water tank and an external water tank connected to the main water tank. A level sensor group is installed inside the main water tank, and an electronic probe is installed inside the external water tank. When the level sensor group is working normally, the float moves up and down with the water level. When the float rises to the high water level sensing block, the water pump stops working. When the level sensor group is not working normally, the float is out of control and cannot rise with the water level. At this time, the water pump continues to pump water. When the water level in the external water tank touches the bottom of the electronic probe, the electronic probe sends a power-off signal to the main board, and the machine stops working. The electronic probe and the level sensor group form a double insurance, effectively preventing water from entering the machine. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0014] Figure 2 This is a vertical sectional view of the present invention from the main viewing direction;

[0015] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of the water tank of this utility model.

[0016] In the diagram: 100, main body of the water tank; 101, inlet; 102, mounting port; 200, water pump; 201, inlet; 202, outlet; 203, terminal block; 204, mounting bracket; 300, external water tank; 301, tank body; 302, top cover; 400, liquid level sensor assembly; 401, sensing cylinder; 402, low water level sensor block; 403, high water level sensor block; 404, buoy; 405, mounting plate; 500, electronic probe; 501, sensor. Detailed Implementation

[0017] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0018] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "outer," "front end," "rear end," "both ends," "one end," and "the other end," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device 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. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0019] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "equipped with," and "connected," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connected" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0020] This utility model provides, for example Figure 1-3The dual-level water tank for an atomizing fireplace shown includes a water tank body 100, a water pump 200, an external water tank 300, a level sensor assembly 400, and an electronic probe 500. The external water tank 300 is fixed to one side of the water tank body 100 and is connected to the water tank body 100 through it, facilitating the entry of water from the water tank body 100 into the external water tank 300. The level sensor assembly 400 is disposed inside the water tank body 100 and includes a vertically arranged sensing cylinder 401 and a low water level sensor fixedly sleeved at the bottom end of the sensing cylinder 401. The system includes a high-water-level sensing block 403 fixedly sleeved on the top of the sensing cylinder 401 and a float 404 movably sleeved on the sensing cylinder 401. The float 404 is suspended on the water surface and moves up and down with the water level. An electronic probe 500 is fixed vertically to the lower surface of the top plate of the external water tank 300. A sensor 501 is provided at the bottom of the electronic probe 500 to facilitate monitoring the water level in the external water tank 300. When the sensor 501 comes into contact with the water in the external water tank 300, the electronic probe 500 sends a power-off signal to the main board, and the machine stops working.

[0021] For example, see Figure 3 As shown, a port 101 is provided on one side of the water tank body 100, and an installation port 102 is provided on the top of the water tank body 100. The port 101 is located on the same side as the external water tank 300, and the size of the port 101 is not greater than the longitudinal section of the external water tank 300.

[0022] In this technical solution, water in the main body 100 of the water tank can easily enter the external water tank 300 through the inlet 101. At the same time, it can ensure that the water flowing through the inlet 101 completely enters the external water tank 300 and does not flow to the outside of the external water tank 300. A sealing strip is provided at the connection between the external water tank 300 and the main body 100 of the water tank to improve the sealing of the connection.

[0023] For example, see Figure 1 As shown, the water pump 200 is fixed to the top of the water tank body 100 by the mounting bracket 204. One end of the water pump 200 is provided with an inlet 201 and an outlet 202, and the other end is provided with a terminal block 203 for electrical connection to an external power source. The inlet 201 is connected to an external water source through a water pipe, and the outlet 202 is connected to the water tank body 100 through a water pipe.

[0024] In this technical solution, the power supply is connected through the terminal block 203 to provide power support for the operation of the water pump 200. The water pump 200 draws external water and injects it into the water tank body 100 to provide water for the atomizing operation of the atomizing fireplace, realizing automatic water supply, which is convenient and efficient.

[0025] For example, see Figure 1As shown, the external water tank 300 includes a tank body 301 and a top cover 302. The tank body 301 has a rectangular groove structure. The top cover 302 is fixed to the top of the tank body 301 by bolts. One end of the electronic probe 500 passes through the top cover 302 and is fixedly connected by bolts.

[0026] In this technical solution, the inlet 101 is flush with the bottom of one side of the tank 301, ensuring that the water entering the external water tank 300 through the inlet 101 enters from the bottom of the tank 301, preventing the electronic probe 500 from contacting the water before the water level reaches the set maximum water level, thus avoiding the issuance of an incorrect power-off signal. The top cover 302 and the electronic probe 500 are both fixedly connected by bolts, which facilitates disassembly and assembly.

[0027] For example, see Figure 1 As shown, the liquid level sensor assembly 400 also includes a mounting plate 405. One end of the sensing cylinder 401 passes through the mounting plate 405 and is fixedly connected by bolts. The size of the mounting plate 405 is not smaller than the size of the mounting port 102.

[0028] In this technical solution, by adjusting the length of the sensing cylinder 401 passing through the mounting plate 405, the height of the low water level sensing block 402 can be adjusted, thereby adjusting the minimum water level when water needs to be added. The mounting plate 405 makes it easier and more secure to install the liquid level sensor assembly 400.

[0029] For example, the water pump 200, the level sensor group 400, and the electronic probe 500 are all electrically connected to an external electrical box via a controller.

[0030] In this technical solution, the liquid level information monitored by the liquid level sensor group 400 or the electronic probe 500 can be easily transmitted to the main board in the external electrical box through the controller, and then the main board can issue control commands to control the start and stop of the water pump 200.

[0031] For example, see Figure 2 As shown, the horizontal height of sensor 501 is lower than the horizontal height of high water level sensing block 403, but higher than the horizontal height of the lower surface of buoy 404.

[0032] In this technical solution, when the liquid level sensor group 400 is working normally, and when the horizontal height of the float 404 reaches its maximum value, the high water level sensor block 403 sends a signal to the main board that the water is full. The main board controls the water pump 200 to stop working to avoid damage to the machine due to excessive water addition. When the liquid level sensor group 400 is not working normally, and when the water level exceeds the maximum height that the liquid level sensor group 400 can monitor and comes into contact with the electronic probe 500, the electronic probe 500 sends a power-off signal to the main board. The main board controls the machine to cut off the power, causing the machine to stop working completely. At this time, the water pump 200 also stops working and no longer adds water to the water tank body 100. The liquid level in the water tank body 100 is not higher than the horizontal height of the high water level sensor block 403, thus avoiding damage to the machine caused by excessive water addition.

[0033] Working principle: When using the dual-level water tank for the atomizing fireplace, the liquid level in the main body 100 of the water tank is first monitored by the liquid level sensor group 400. When the liquid level is lower than the set low water level value, the water pump 200 is started to add water to the main body 100 of the water tank. When the liquid level reaches the set high water level value, the water pump 200 is turned off and the water addition stops. When the float 404 of the liquid level sensor group 400 is stuck and cannot move up and down, the high water level sensing block 403 cannot receive information, and the water pump 200 will continue to pump water into the main body 100 of the water tank. As the liquid level continues to rise, when the sensor 501 at the bottom of the electronic probe 500 comes into contact with water, the electronic probe 500 sends a message to the main board, and the main board directly cuts off the power to stop the machine from working. It is necessary to restart the machine and drain the water in the tank to the outside of the machine so that the electronic probe 500 can work again without contacting water. This dual-level water tank for atomizing fireplace features an advanced design, compact structure, ease of use, and reliable operation. It comprises a main water tank 100 and an external water tank 300 connected to it. A level sensor assembly 400 is installed inside the main water tank 100, while an electronic probe 500 is installed inside the external water tank 300. When the level sensor assembly 400 is working normally, a float 404 moves up and down with the water level. When the float 404 rises to the high-level sensing block 403, the water pump 200 stops working. When the level sensor assembly 400 malfunctions, the float 404 becomes uncontrollable and cannot rise with the water level. In this case, the water pump 200 continues to pump water. When the water level in the external water tank 300 reaches the bottom of the electronic probe 500, the electronic probe 500 sends a power-off signal to the main board, and the entire machine stops working. The electronic probe 500 and the level sensor assembly 400 form a double safety mechanism, effectively preventing water from entering the machine.

[0034] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A dual-level water tank for an atomizing fireplace, characterized in that: The system includes a water tank body (100), a water pump (200), an external water tank (300), a liquid level sensor assembly (400), and an electronic probe (500). The external water tank (300) is fixed to one side of the water tank body (100) and is connected to the water tank body (100) through it. The liquid level sensor assembly (400) is located inside the water tank body (100). The liquid level sensor assembly (400) includes a sensing cylinder (401) arranged vertically, a low water level sensing block (402) fixedly sleeved at the bottom of the sensing cylinder (401), a high water level sensing block (403) fixedly sleeved at the top of the sensing cylinder (401), and a float (404) movably sleeved on the sensing cylinder (401). The electronic probe (500) is fixed vertically to the lower surface of the top plate of the external water tank (300), and a sensor (501) is provided at the bottom of the electronic probe (500).

2. The dual-level water tank for an atomizing fireplace according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water tank body (100) has an opening (101) on one side and an installation opening (102) on the top of the water tank body (100). The opening (101) is located on the same side as the external water tank (300), and the size of the opening (101) is not greater than the longitudinal section of the external water tank (300).

3. The dual-level water tank for an atomizing fireplace according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water pump (200) is fixed to the top of the water tank body (100) by a mounting bracket (204). One end of the water pump (200) is provided with an inlet (201) and an outlet (202), and the other end is provided with a terminal block (203) for electrical connection with an external power source. The inlet (201) is connected to an external water source through a water pipe, and the outlet (202) is connected to the water tank body (100) through a water pipe.

4. The dual-level water tank for an atomizing fireplace according to claim 1, characterized in that: The external water tank (300) includes a tank body (301) and a top cover (302). The tank body (301) is a rectangular groove structure. The top cover (302) is fixed to the top of the tank body (301) by bolts. One end of the electronic probe (500) passes through the top cover (302) and is fixedly connected by bolts.

5. The dual-level water tank for an atomizing fireplace according to claim 2, characterized in that: The liquid level sensor assembly (400) also includes a mounting plate (405), one end of the sensing cylinder (401) passes through the mounting plate (405) and is fixedly connected by bolts, and the size of the mounting plate (405) is not less than the size of the mounting port (102).

6. The dual-level water tank for an atomizing fireplace according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water pump (200), liquid level sensor group (400) and electronic probe (500) are all electrically connected to an external electrical box via a controller.

7. The dual-level water tank for an atomizing fireplace according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sensor (501) is at a horizontal height lower than that of the high water level sensing block (403) and higher than the horizontal height of the lower surface of the buoy (404).