Automatic flushing water tank

By optimizing the internal structure of the water tank and adopting a combination of vertical and horizontal support designs, the problem of high installation space requirements for smart toilets has been solved, achieving compact installation and stable connection, making it suitable for small bathrooms.

CN223535825UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-11DURAVIT (CHINA) SANITARYWARE CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422911392.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-27
Publication Date
2025-11-11
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-27

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Technical Problem

Smart toilets are relatively large, which means they require more installation space and cannot be used in small bathrooms.

Method used

By optimizing the internal structure of the water tank and adopting a combination of vertical and horizontal supports, a stable frame structure is formed, providing installation conditions, and the components are securely installed through snap-fit ​​and threaded connections.

Benefits of technology

This enables the compact installation of smart toilets in confined spaces, improving space utilization, avoiding malfunctions caused by loose components or vibration, and enhancing safety and system reliability.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of sanitary ware, in particular to an automatic flushing water tank which comprises a tank body, a shell, an operation assembly fixedly arranged on the tank body and an installation assembly. The installation assembly comprises two vertical side supports located on the two sides of the box body, a first transverse support, a second transverse support, a first vertical support and a second vertical support, wherein the first transverse support and the second transverse support are fixedly arranged between the two side supports, and the first vertical support and the second vertical support are fixedly arranged between the first transverse support and the second transverse support. A first installation part which penetrates through the first transverse support and is used for fixedly installing a water diversion pipe is fixedly arranged on the first transverse support, a second installation part which is used for fixedly installing a blow-off pipe is detachably and fixedly arranged at the top of the second transverse support, and the second installation part is integrally located between the first vertical support and the second vertical support. A plurality of mounting holes are fixedly formed in the vertical bracket I and the vertical bracket II; according to the scheme, the requirement for the installation space of the intelligent toilet bowl capable of achieving automatic flushing can be lowered.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of bathroom fixtures technology, specifically to an automatic flushing water tank. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of toilet and sanitary equipment, toilets, whether seated or squatting, are typically installed and used in conjunction with automatic flushing cisterns. This combination not only improves the convenience of using the toilet but also significantly enhances water efficiency and hygiene. Traditional toilets sold on the market, such as... Figure 1 As shown, it mainly includes two parts: a toilet seat 1 and a water tank 2. The water tank 2 is fixedly installed on the top of the toilet seat 1 at the end away from the toilet ring 11. The toilet seat 1 has a built-in drain pipe 12 for flushing excrement into the sewer and a water inlet pipe 13 for diverting water stored in the water tank 2. The water tank 2 has a built-in inlet valve 21 for filling the water tank 2 and a drain valve 22 for introducing the water stored in the water tank 2 into the toilet seat 1.

[0003] With the continuous advancement of existing technology, users' functional demands for toilet sanitary equipment are constantly increasing, leading to the emergence of various intelligent devices. For example, a prior art intelligent cleaning toilet (publication number: CN110485525A) includes a toilet body and a water tank fixedly installed on the side of the toilet body. Compared to... Figure 1 As can be seen in the traditional toilets shown, the main difference lies in the significantly increased vertical volume of the water tank, which provides installation space for smart components. However, a problem with existing technology is that smart toilets are typically quite large, requiring more installation space and making them unsuitable for use in confined bathroom spaces. Utility Model Content

[0004] This utility model provides an automatic flushing water tank, which can solve the technical problem that intelligent toilets capable of automatic flushing require a large installation space.

[0005] This application provides the following technical solution:

[0006] An automatic flushing water tank includes a tank body, a shell, an operating component fixedly mounted on the tank body, and an installation component. The installation component includes two vertical side supports located on both sides of the tank body, a first horizontal support and a second horizontal support fixedly mounted between the two side supports, a first vertical support and a second vertical support fixedly mounted between the first horizontal support and the second horizontal support, a first mounting part for fixing a water inlet pipe fixedly mounted through the first horizontal support, and a second mounting part for fixing a sewage pipe detachably mounted on the top of the second horizontal support. The second mounting part is located entirely between the first vertical support and the second vertical support, and several mounting holes are fixedly mounted on the first vertical support and the second vertical support.

[0007] Beneficial Effects: This solution optimizes the internal structure of the water tank, providing installation conditions for commonly used components of smart toilets, including drain pipes, water inlet pipes, and wiring. Specifically, by setting vertical side supports on both sides of the tank and fixing horizontal supports one and two between them, a stable frame structure is formed. This design makes higher space utilization within the water tank and the overall structure more compact. The space between vertical supports one and two is fully utilized, and mounting parts one and two are fixed to horizontal supports one and two respectively, ensuring a reasonable layout of each component and avoiding space waste. The compact design makes the smart toilet occupy less space during installation, suitable for various installation environments, especially bathrooms with limited space.

[0008] Furthermore, as an improvement, a connecting part one for fixed connection with the toilet seat is fixedly provided on the horizontal support one, a connecting part two for fixed connection with the wall is fixedly provided on the top of the side support, and a connecting part three for fixed connection with the ground is fixedly provided on the bottom of the side support.

[0009] Beneficial effects: The stable and fixed connection achieved through connecting parts one, two, and three ensures the water tank's firmness and reliability in all directions, preventing malfunctions caused by loosening or vibration. This improves the safety of using the smart toilet and reduces the risk of accidents.

[0010] Furthermore, as an improvement, a recess is provided on the back of the first transverse support. The first mounting part includes a fixing block fixedly disposed in the recess and a clamp fixedly disposed on the water pipe. A slot is fixedly disposed in the middle of the fixing block, and an insert is fixedly disposed at the bottom of the clamp. The insert is engaged and fixed with the slot.

[0011] Beneficial effects: The snap-fit ​​design of the plug and slot makes the installation and disassembly of the water pipe more convenient and quick, reducing installation time and difficulty. The design of the fixing block and clamp ensures the stable installation of the water pipe, avoiding leakage or unstable water flow caused by loosening or vibration, thus improving the reliability of the system.

[0012] Furthermore, as an improvement, the second mounting part includes a semi-circular mounting base fixedly connected to the second transverse bracket, and a U-shaped plug that engages with the mounting base. An arc-shaped groove is provided on the mounting base, and the plug transitionally engages with the mounting base within the arc-shaped groove.

[0013] Beneficial effects: The semi-circular mounting base and U-shaped plug design make the installation and removal of the sewage pipe more convenient and quick, reducing installation time and difficulty. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a traditional toilet.

[0015] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of Embodiment 1 of the automatic flushing water tank of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Rear view (without sewage pipes and water pipes);

[0017] Figure 4 for Figure 3 An enlarged diagram of position A in the middle. Detailed Implementation

[0018] The following detailed description illustrates the specific implementation method:

[0019] The markings in the accompanying drawings of the instruction manual include: toilet seat 1, toilet ring 11, drain pipe 12, water inlet pipe 13, water tank 2, inlet valve 21, drain valve 22, housing 3, operating component 4, mounting component 5, side bracket 51, connecting part two 511, connecting part three 512, horizontal bracket one 52, cavity 521, connecting part one 522, horizontal bracket two 53, mounting base 531, plug 532, vertical bracket one 54, vertical bracket two 55, mounting part one 56, fixing block 561, clamp 562, plug 563, rubber sheet 57, mounting sleeve 58, corrugated guide pipe 6.

[0020] Example 1

[0021] like Figures 2-4 As shown, the automatic flushing tank includes a tank body 3, a housing, an operating component 4 fixedly mounted on the tank body 3, and a mounting component 5. The housing, as an outer component of the automatic flushing tank, protects the other internal components from external environmental influences. Since it is a commonly used component known to those skilled in the art, it is not shown in the accompanying drawings. The operating component 4 is used in the smart toilet to control and manage the water level, flushing process, and other advanced functions, such as water temperature adjustment and drying functions. Figure 1 The toilet seats shown are connected by wires for transmitting control signals.

[0022] In this embodiment, the installation component 5 includes two vertical side brackets 51 located on both sides of the housing 3, a first horizontal bracket 52 and a second horizontal bracket 53 welded and fixed between the two side brackets 51, and a first vertical bracket 54 and a second vertical bracket 55 welded and fixed between the first horizontal bracket 52 and the second horizontal bracket 53.

[0023] A horizontal support 52 is located above a horizontal support 53. A mounting part 56 for fixing and installing a water pipe 13 is fixedly installed on the horizontal support 52, passing through the horizontal support 52. A cavity 521 is provided on the back of the horizontal support 52. The mounting part 56 includes a fixing block 561 integrally formed with the horizontal support 52 inside the cavity 521 and a clamp 562 fixedly sleeved on the water pipe 13. A slot is fixedly provided in the middle of the fixing block 561. An insert 563 is fixedly provided at the bottom of the clamp 562. The insert 563 can be engaged and fixed with the slot.

[0024] Multiple mounting holes are fixedly provided on vertical bracket 1 54 and vertical bracket 2 55. A rubber sheet 57 is glued and fixed in one of the mounting holes. The rubber sheet 57 has a circular hole in the center and six elongated through holes along the circumference of the circular hole. Due to the extensibility of the rubber material, wires of different diameters can pass through the circular holes and be effectively fixed. A mounting sleeve 58 is welded and fixed in another mounting hole. The mounting sleeve 58 is used to snap and fix the corrugated guide tube 6. The power cord and data communication line required by the smart toilet will be inserted in the corrugated guide tube 6. The lower end is connected to the cover of the smart toilet. The cover provides DC power and flushing signals to the built-in electronic components. The upper end is connected to the operating component 4 in the water tank (built-in flushing module group, flushing motor, night light and other electronic components).

[0025] A connecting part 522 for fixed connection with the toilet seat 1 is fixedly installed on the horizontal support 52. A connecting part 511 for fixed connection with the wall is fixedly installed on the top of the side support 51. A connecting part 512 for fixed connection with the ground is fixedly installed on the bottom of the side support 51. In this embodiment, the connecting part 522 is a bolt group fixedly installed on the horizontal support 52, the connecting part 511 is an L-shaped sheet metal, and the connecting part 512 is a long strip sheet metal. Screws are threaded on both the connecting part 511 and the connecting part 512, and the screws are driven into the expansion bolts fixed to the wall or the ground to complete the fixed connection.

[0026] A mounting section two for fixing the sewage pipe 12 is detachably fixed to the top of the horizontal bracket two 53 by screws. The mounting section two is located between the vertical bracket one 54 and the vertical bracket two 55. The mounting section two includes a semi-circular mounting base 531 fixedly connected to the horizontal bracket two 53 and a U-shaped plug 532 that snaps into the mounting base 531. An arc-shaped groove is provided on the mounting base 531, and the plug 532 transitionally engages with the mounting base 531 within the arc-shaped groove for snap-fit ​​fixation.

[0027] The specific application process is as follows:

[0028] In use, the water inlet pipe 13 is fixedly installed on the first installation part 56, the drain pipe 12 is fixedly installed on the second installation part, the wire is fixedly installed inside the rubber sheet 57, and the corrugated guide pipe 6 is fixedly installed inside the installation sleeve 58. This solution optimizes the internal structure of the water tank 2, providing installation conditions for commonly used components of smart toilets, including the drain pipe 12, water inlet pipe 13, wire, and corrugated guide pipe 6. The overall structure is more compact, reducing the space requirements for installation of the smart toilet.

[0029] The above are merely embodiments of this utility model, and the utility model is not limited to the field covered by this embodiment. Commonly known structures and characteristics in the solutions are not described in detail here. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the structure of this utility model, and these should also be considered within the scope of protection of this utility model. These modifications will not affect the effectiveness of the implementation of this utility model or the practicality of the patent. The scope of protection claimed in this application should be determined by the content of its claims, and the specific embodiments described in the specification can be used to interpret the content of the claims.

Claims

1. An automatic flushing water tank, characterized in that: The device includes a housing, a shell, an operating component fixedly mounted on the housing, and an installation component. The installation component includes two vertical side supports located on both sides of the housing, a first horizontal support and a second horizontal support fixedly mounted between the two side supports, a first vertical support and a second vertical support fixedly mounted between the first horizontal support and the second horizontal support, an installation part 1 for fixing and installing a water inlet pipe fixedly mounted on the first horizontal support, and an installation part 2 for fixing and installing a sewage pipe detachably fixedly mounted on the top of the second horizontal support. The second installation part is located entirely between the first vertical support and the second vertical support, and several mounting holes are fixedly mounted on the first vertical support and the second vertical support.

2. The automatic flushing water tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: A first connecting part for fixed connection with the toilet seat is fixedly installed on the first horizontal support, a second connecting part for fixed connection with the wall is fixedly installed on the top of the side support, and a third connecting part for fixed connection with the ground is fixedly installed on the bottom of the side support.

3. The automatic flushing water tank according to claim 2, characterized in that: A recessed cavity is provided on the back of the first horizontal support. The first mounting part includes a fixing block fixedly disposed in the recessed cavity and a clamp fixedly disposed on the water pipe. A slot is fixedly disposed in the middle of the fixing block, and an insert is fixedly disposed at the bottom of the clamp. The insert is engaged and fixedly connected to the slot.

4. The automatic flushing water tank according to claim 3, characterized in that: The second mounting part includes a semi-circular mounting base fixedly connected to the second transverse bracket, and a U-shaped plug that engages with the mounting base. An arc-shaped groove is provided on the mounting base, and the plug transitionally engages with the mounting base within the arc-shaped groove.

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