Valve capable of adjusting flow path direction and having cleaning function

By designing a valve with adjustable flow direction, the problems of complex flow control, lack of cleaning function, poor sealing and insufficient number of passages in the existing technology are solved, realizing flexible control and self-cleaning function of the flow path, and improving the safety and ease of operation of the system.

CN223881775UActive Publication Date: 2026-02-06WEINAN NORMAL UNIV
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Application Number
CN202520606826.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-04-02
Publication Date
2026-02-06
Estimated Expiration
2035-04-02

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Technical Problem

Existing multi-channel control valves have problems in animal watering and wildlife protection scenarios, such as inability to control complex flow paths, inability to clean, poor sealing and fluid leakage, inability to isolate flow paths, and insufficient number of channels.

Method used

A valve with adjustable flow direction is designed, comprising a valve core, valve body, valve seat and sealing ring. By rotating the valve core, the three main flow paths can be connected or disconnected at will, and the cleaning function is achieved by connecting the fourth and fifth passages. The sealing groove and bolt connection ensure the sealing performance.

Benefits of technology

It enables flexible control of the flow path, reduces the accumulation of dirt inside the valve, lowers maintenance costs, improves sealing performance and system safety, and adapts to the operational needs under different working conditions.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a valve capable of adjusting the flow path direction and having a cleaning function, and belongs to the technical field of fluid control. According to the valve, flexible switching and adjustment of flow paths are achieved through cooperative work of components such as the operation board, the operation rod, the valve body, the valve element, the valve seat and the sealing ring. The design of the fan-shaped holes in the valve element enables the valve to adjust the flow of fluid according to actual requirements, meanwhile, the self-cleaning function is achieved, the valve element and the valve seat are cleaned through fluid flowing, and impurity accumulation is prevented. In addition, the valve is compact in structural design, excellent in sealing performance, convenient to operate, high in adaptability and suitable for various application scenes such as drinking water pipeline control in the animal breeding field. The valve not only solves the problems that a traditional valve is complex in operation, poor in sealing, difficult to clean and the like during multi-channel switching, but also improves the reliability and safety of a system through an innovative design, reduces the maintenance cost and prolongs the service life.
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TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of fluid control, particularly to a valve design capable of adjusting flow path direction and having cleaning function. BACKGROUND

[0002] In modern industrial and agricultural automation, valves as a key pipe accessory are widely used to control the flow direction and flow rate of fluids. In particular, in the field of animal breeding, valves are used in water feeding pipelines to control the flow direction of nutrient solution or water, so as to meet the water feeding needs of different breeding areas. For example, in an automated breeding system, the valve needs to be able to flexibly switch the flow path to achieve precise water or nutrient solution feeding to different areas.

[0003] In addition, valves also play an important role in protecting wild animals. In wildlife protection areas or zoos, valves are used to manage the fluid control of artificial lakes, water feeding points and feeding systems. For example, by precisely controlling the flow direction and flow rate of fluids, it can ensure that wild animals obtain appropriate amount of water and nutrient solution in different seasons and different areas. This precise control not only helps the health of animals, but also reduces resource waste and improves management efficiency.

[0004] However, the existing multi-path control valve has some shortcomings in practical application, especially in the scenes of animal water feeding or protecting wild animals. For example, Chinese patent CN201920292798 (a multi-path control valve) uses a rotating valve plug to switch the flow path between the input end and the two output ends, but has the following limitations:

[0005] 1. The multi-path control valve mainly uses a rotating valve plug to switch the flow path between the input end and the two output ends, but cannot realize more complex flow path control, such as arbitrary connection or disconnection between three main flow paths. In the scene of animal water feeding, it may be necessary to control the delivery of nutrient solution, water and medicine at the same time, and the existing design cannot meet such complex needs.

[0006] 2. The multi-path control valve does not have a special cleaning function, and cannot clean the inside of the valve when switching the flow path. In the scene of animal water feeding, the residual nutrient solution or medicine inside the valve may breed bacteria, causing fluid pollution and affecting animal health.

[0007] 3. Although the multi-path control valve in the prior art mentions a sealing gasket, there may still be a problem of poor sealing during complex flow path switching, leading to fluid leakage. In the scene of animal water feeding, the leaked fluid may pollute the breeding environment and increase maintenance costs.

[0008] 4. Multi-channel control valves cannot completely isolate flow paths when switching flow paths, which may cause cross-contamination between fluids. In the animal watering scenario, if it is necessary to deliver nutrient solution first and then deliver drug solution, the residual nutrient solution may contaminate the drug solution, affecting the drug effect.

[0009] 5. Multi-channel control valves can only control three channels and cannot achieve flexible control of more channels. In a complex animal watering system, more flow paths may be needed to meet different needs. Utility model content

[0010] The utility model discloses a valve with adjustable flow path direction and cleaning function to solve the problems raised in the above background technology.

[0011] To achieve the above object, the present application provides the following technical scheme:

[0012] A valve with adjustable flow path direction and cleaning function is provided, comprising: an operation disc 1 for realizing the rotation of the valve core of the valve by rotating actuation, thereby realizing the opening and closing and flow path switching of the valve; an operation rod 2 connecting the valve core 4 and the operation disc 1; a valve body 3 for composing the shell of the valve, the valve body 3 is provided with three main channel positions on the surface, which are the first channel 302, the second channel 303 and the third channel 304; the valve core 4 has a longitudinal height less than the height of the valve body 3, the operation disc 1 is connected to the top of the valve core 4 through the operation rod 2, the middle position of the side wall of the valve core 4 is provided with a first sector hole 403 and a second sector hole 404, the first sector hole 403 is larger than the second sector hole 404, the height of the first sector hole 403 and the second sector hole 404 corresponds to the height of the first channel 302, the second channel 303 and the third channel 304, and the first sector hole 403 and the second sector hole 404 are used for flow path on-off and switching through the rotation of the valve core 4; a valve seat 5 having a connecting hole corresponding to the bolt hole 307 of the valve body 3, connected with the valve body 3 through a bolt; a sealing ring 6 for realizing the sealing between the valve body 3 and the valve core 4, and the valve body 3 and the valve seat 5.

[0013] Further, the valve with adjustable flow path direction and cleaning function comprises a baffle 503 on the top of the valve core 4, the valve body 3 has a fourth channel 301, the setting height of the fourth channel 301 is higher than the height of the baffle, and the height of the first channel 302, the second channel 303 and the third channel 304 is lower than the height of the baffle 503, so as to ensure that the fluid in the first channel 302, the second channel 303 and the third channel 304 cannot flow out from the fourth channel 301.

[0014] Further, the upper end surface 402 and the lower end surface 401 of the valve core are provided with a first fluid passing hole and a second fluid passing hole; the partition plate has a third fluid passing hole corresponding to the first fluid passing hole of the upper end surface 402 of the valve core; the bottom of the valve seat 5 is provided with a fifth passage 501 corresponding to the second fluid passing hole of the lower end surface of the valve core; when the valve core is rotated, the first fluid passing hole and the second fluid passing hole are positioned corresponding to the partition plate, the partition plate has the third fluid passing hole and the bottom of the valve seat 5 is provided with the fifth passage 501, that is, the fourth passage and the fifth passage are in communication state, so that the fluid can enter from the fourth passage and flow out from the fifth passage.

[0015] Further, the valve capable of adjusting the flow path direction and having the cleaning function comprises a valve seat plug 7 for closing the fifth passage 501.

[0016] Further, the rotation of the valve core 4 can align the first sector hole with the first passage and the third passage, so as to realize the communication of the flow path between the first passage and the third passage.

[0017] Further, the rotation of the valve core can isolate the first sector hole and the second sector hole from the first passage and the third passage, while making the fourth passage and the fifth passage communicate, so as to realize the cleaning function inside the valve.

[0018] In addition, by rotating the valve core piece, the valve can realize the communication of any two flow paths of the three main flow paths or the mutual communication of all flow paths, and can realize the isolation of the three main flow paths and the on-off of the flow path between the fourth passage and the fifth passage.

[0019] Further, the operation disc can be disc-shaped or handle-shaped, or controlled by using an electric steering engine, the valve body and the valve seat are connected by bolts, and a sealing groove is arranged in the middle to accommodate a sealing ring, so as to ensure the sealing property of the connection.

[0020] Further, the valve capable of adjusting the flow path direction and having the cleaning function comprises the first passage, the second passage, the third passage and the fourth passage arranged on the valve body and connected with external pipelines through flanges and threads.

[0021] The valve capable of adjusting the flow path direction and having the cleaning function can further comprise a sealing ring mounting groove arranged on the surface of the valve core, for accommodating a sealing ring, so as to ensure the sealing property between the valve core and the valve body.

[0022] Compared with the prior art, the valve has the following beneficial effects:

[0023] Functional diversification and cleaning performance improvement The present application constructs a complete flow path system including three main flow paths (first passage, second passage, third passage) and fourth passage and fifth passage through scientific and reasonable valve core design and flow path layout. Through the rotation of the valve core, not only the communication or all communication between any two of the three main flow paths can be realized, but also the cleaning function inside the valve can be realized through the communication of the fourth passage and the fifth passage. This design effectively reduces the accumulation of dirt inside the valve, prolongs the service life of the valve, reduces the maintenance cost, and ensures the long-term stable operation of the valve.

[0024] Flow path switching flexibility and sealing performance optimization The present application significantly improves the flexibility of flow path switching through the design of different size sector holes on the valve core, combined with the height layout of the partition plate and the passage. The rotation of the valve core can accurately control the on-off and communication of the flow path, meeting the diversification demand in complex industrial scenes. At the same time, the valve core surface is provided with a sealing ring installation groove, the valve body and the valve seat are connected by bolts and provided with a sealing groove to accommodate the sealing ring, further enhancing the sealing performance of the valve, reducing the risk of fluid leakage, and ensuring the safety and reliability of the system.

[0025] Operation convenience and adaptability enhancement The present application directly connects the valve core through the operation disc and the operation rod, realizing an intuitive and convenient operation mode. The operation disc can be designed as a disc, a handle, or used in combination with an electric rudder, adapting to manual or automatic control requirements. This design not only improves the operation efficiency, but also reduces the complexity of manual operation, reduces the risk of misoperation, optimizes resource demand, and adapts to different working conditions.

[0026] Reasonable structure design and cost saving The present application constructs a compact and powerful valve structure through the design of sector holes on the valve core and the height layout of the partition plate. The setting of the fourth passage and the fifth passage not only realizes the cleaning function, but also avoids the increase of additional components, reducing the manufacturing cost. At the same time, the bolt connection design of the valve body and the valve seat reduces the complexity of on-site installation, shortens the construction period, and saves the construction cost.

[0027] Dynamic data synchronization and quality traceability The present application realizes dynamic data synchronization of flow path switching through the precise design of partition plate, valve core hole position and passage. When the valve core rotates, the system can record the flow path state in real time, and record the worker operation data through gesture recognition and voice instruction for subsequent quality traceability. This design not only improves the transparency of construction and maintenance, but also shortens the training period through three-dimensional animation demonstration of key processes, further saving the rework cost. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0028] Figure 1 The present application relates to the structure of the valve.

[0029] Figure 2 Structure sectional view of the valve related to the present invention.

[0030] Figure 3 Positioning diagram of the sealing ring of the valve related to the present invention.

[0031] Figure 4 Cleaning mode diagram of the valve related to the present invention.

[0032] Figure 5 Structure diagram of the valve body of the valve related to the present invention.

[0033] Figure 6 Structure diagram of the valve core of the valve related to the present invention.

[0034] Figure 7 Structure diagram of the valve seat of the valve related to the present invention.

[0035] Figure 8 Cleaning mode connection diagram of the valve related to the present invention.

[0036] Figure 9 1-3 passage connection diagram of the valve related to the present invention.

[0037] Figure 10 2-3 passage connection diagram of the valve related to the present invention.

[0038] Figure 11 1-2 passage connection diagram of the valve related to the present invention.

[0039] Figure 12 1-2-3 passage connection diagram of the valve related to the present invention.

[0040] 1: operating disc; 2: operating rod; 3: valve body; 4: valve core; 5: valve seat; 6: sealing ring; 7: valve seat plug; 301: fourth passage; 302: first passage; 303: second passage; 304: third passage; 305: passage; 306: operating rod passing hole; 307: bolt hole; 401: lower end surface of valve core; 402: upper end surface of valve core; 403: first sector hole; 404: second sector hole; 405: passage; 406: sealing ring installation groove; 501: fifth passage; 502: connecting hole; 503: partition; 504: first fluid passing hole; 505: second fluid passing hole; 506: third fluid passing hole. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0041] With reference to the drawings of the embodiments of the present application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be described clearly and completely. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present application, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative work fall within the scope of the present application.

[0042] Please refer to the drawings, the present application provides the following technical solutions:

[0043] The present application provides a valve capable of adjusting flow path direction and having cleaning function, comprising: an operation disc 1, used for realizing rotation of a valve core of the valve by rotating actuation, so as to realize opening and closing of the valve and switching of a flow path; an operation rod 2, connecting the valve core 4 and the operation disc 1; a valve body 3, used for composing an outer shell of the valve, a surface of the valve body 3 is provided with three main passage positions, which are a first passage 302, a second passage 303 and a third passage 304; the valve core 4, a longitudinal height of the valve core 4 is less than a height of the valve body 3, the operation disc 1 is connected to a top of the valve core 4 through the operation rod 2, a middle position of a side wall of the valve core 4 is provided with a first sector hole 403 and a second sector hole 404, the first sector hole 403 is larger than the second sector hole 404, heights of the first sector hole 403 and the second sector hole 404 correspond to heights of the first passage 302, the second passage 303 and the third passage 304, the first sector hole 403 and the second sector hole 404 are used for switching of the flow path on and off through rotation of the valve core 4; a valve seat 5, the valve seat 5 has a connecting hole corresponding to a bolt hole 307 of the valve body 3, and is connected to the valve body 3 through a bolt; a sealing ring 6, used for realizing sealing between the valve body 3 and the valve core 4 and between the valve body 3 and the valve seat 5.

[0044] In the above embodiment, switching and adjustment of the flow path can be realized through rotation of the valve core. The first sector hole and the second sector hole on the valve core correspond to different passage positions (the first passage, the second passage and the third passage) respectively, and the flow path on and off and flow direction of the fluid can be flexibly controlled through rotation of the valve core, so as to solve the problem that the valve is complex to operate or cannot be flexibly adjusted when switching of the multi-passages.

[0045] Further, the valve capable of adjusting flow path direction and having cleaning function comprises a partition plate 503 on the top of the valve core 4, the valve body 3 has a fourth passage 301, a setting height of the fourth passage 301 is higher than a height of the partition plate, the heights of the first passage 302, the second passage 303 and the third passage 304 are lower than the height of the partition plate 503, so as to ensure that the fluid does not flow out from the fourth passage 301 when flowing through the first passage 302, the second passage 303 and the third passage 304.

[0046] In the above embodiment, the setting of the partition plate at the top of the valve core and the fourth passage ensures that when fluid flows through the first, second and third passages, fluid cannot flow out of the fourth passage. This design can effectively prevent unintended flow of fluid, avoid fluid leakage or misentry into other passages, thereby improving the reliability and safety of the system. Further comprising, the upper end surface 402 of the valve core and the lower end surface 401 of the valve core are provided with first fluid passing holes and second fluid passing holes; the partition plate has a third fluid passing hole corresponding to the first fluid passing hole of the upper end surface 402 of the valve core; the bottom of the valve seat 5 is provided with a fifth passage 501 corresponding to the second fluid passing hole of the lower end surface of the valve core; when the valve core is rotated, the first fluid passing hole and the second fluid passing hole are positioned corresponding to the partition plate, the partition plate has a third fluid passing hole, and the bottom of the valve seat 5 is provided with a fifth passage 501, that is, the fourth passage and the fifth passage are in communication, so that fluid can enter from the fourth passage and flow out from the fifth passage.

[0047] In the above embodiment, by rotating the valve core, the switching and adjustment of the flow path can be realized. The first and second fan-shaped holes on the valve core correspond to different passage positions respectively, and by rotating the valve core, the on-off and flow direction of the fluid can be flexibly controlled. And can make fluid enter from the fourth passage and flow out from the fifth passage. Solve the cleaning problem of the valve core of the traditional valve. Further, the valve with adjustable flow path direction and cleaning function comprises a valve seat plug 7 for closing the fifth passage 501.

[0048] Further comprising, the rotation of the valve core (4) can make the first fan-shaped hole align with the first passage and the third passage, realizing the communication of the flow path between the first passage and the third passage.

[0049] Further comprising, the rotation of the valve core can make the first fan-shaped hole and the second fan-shaped hole isolate the first passage and the third passage, while making the fourth passage and the fifth passage communicate, realizing the cleaning function inside the valve.

[0050] In addition, by rotating the valve core piece, the valve can realize the communication of any two flow paths among the three main flow paths or the mutual communication of all flow paths, and can realize the isolation of the three main flow paths and the on-off of the flow path between the fourth passage and the fifth passage.

[0051] It can also include that the operation disc can be disc-shaped, handle-shaped, or controlled using an electric steering engine, and the valve body and the valve seat are connected by bolts, with a sealing groove in the middle to accommodate a sealing ring, ensuring the sealing of the connection.

[0052] Further, the valve with adjustable flow path direction and cleaning function comprises a first passage, a second passage, a third passage, a fourth passage and a fifth passage provided on the valve body and connected with external pipelines through flanges and threads.

[0053] The valve with adjustable flow path direction and cleaning function can further include a sealing ring mounting groove arranged on the surface of the valve core for accommodating a sealing ring to ensure the sealing between the valve core and the valve body.

[0054] The above embodiment makes the valve with adjustable flow path direction and cleaning function:

[0055] The arrangement of the partition plate on the top of the valve core and the fourth passage ensures that the fluid does not flow out of the fourth passage when flowing through the first, second and third passages, which improves the reliability and safety of the system and solves the problem of preventing unexpected fluid flow in traditional valves.

[0056] The fluid passing holes arranged on the upper and lower end faces of the valve core, the third fluid passing hole on the partition plate and the fifth passage at the bottom of the valve seat allow the fluid to enter from the fourth passage and flow out from the fifth passage. This design uses the flow of fluid to clean the valve core and valve seat, preventing impurities from accumulating and improving the self-cleaning ability of the valve, thus solving the problem of self-cleaning function of the valve.

[0057] The operation disc can be disc-shaped, handle-shaped or controlled using an electric rudder, providing multiple control methods suitable for different operating environments and needs, thus solving the problem of single control method of traditional valves.

[0058] The valve body and the valve seat are connected by bolts with a sealing groove in between to accommodate a sealing ring, ensuring the sealing of the connection, and the surface of the valve core is provided with a sealing ring mounting groove for accommodating a sealing ring to ensure the sealing between the valve core and the valve body, thus solving the problem of poor sealing at the connection of traditional valves and further enhancing the sealing performance of the valve to prevent fluid leakage.

[0059] The above is only the preferred specific embodiment of the present application, but the protection scope of the present application is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art can make equivalent replacements or changes to the technical solution and the inventive concept of the present application within the scope of the disclosed technology, which should be covered within the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A valve with adjustable flow direction and cleaning function, characterized in that, include: The control panel (1) is used to rotate the valve core by rotation, thereby realizing the opening and closing of the valve and the switching of the flow path; the control rod (2) connects the valve core (4) and the control panel (1); the valve body (3) is used to form the outer shell of the valve, and the surface of the valve body (3) is provided with three main passage positions, namely the first passage (302), the second passage (303), and the third passage (304); the valve core (4) has a longitudinal height less than the height of the valve body (3), the control panel (1) is connected to the top of the valve core (4) through the control rod (2), and the middle position of the side wall of the valve core (4) is provided with a first sector hole (403) and a second sector hole (404), the first sector hole (403) and the second sector hole (404) are provided in the middle position of the side wall of the valve core ( ...). A sector-shaped hole (403) is larger than the second sector-shaped hole (404). The heights of the first sector-shaped hole (403) and the second sector-shaped hole (404) correspond to the heights of the first passage (302), the second passage (303), and the third passage (304). The first sector-shaped hole (403) and the second sector-shaped hole (404) are used for flow path opening and closing and switching by rotating the valve core (4). The valve seat (5) has a connection hole corresponding to the bolt hole (307) of the valve body (3) and is connected to the valve body (3) by bolts. The sealing ring (6) is used to achieve sealing between the valve body (3) and the valve core (4) and between the valve body (3) and the valve seat (5).

2. The valve with adjustable flow direction and cleaning function according to claim 1, characterized in that, The valve core (4) has a baffle (503) at the top, and the valve body (3) has a fourth passage (301). The fourth passage (301) is set at a height higher than the baffle. The heights of the first passage (302), the second passage (303), and the third passage (304) are lower than the height of the baffle (503), ensuring that when fluid passes through the first passage (302), the second passage (303), and the third passage (304), the fluid will not flow out from the fourth passage (301).

3. A valve with adjustable flow direction and cleaning function according to claim 2, characterized in that, The upper end face (402) and lower end face (401) of the valve core are provided with a first fluid passage hole and a second fluid passage hole; the partition has a third fluid passage hole, corresponding to the first fluid passage hole on the upper end face (402) of the valve core; the bottom of the valve seat (5) is provided with a fifth passage (501), corresponding to the second fluid passage hole on the lower end face of the valve core; when the valve core is rotated, the positions of the first fluid passage hole and the second fluid passage hole correspond to the partition. The partition has a third fluid passage hole and the bottom of the valve seat (5) is provided with a fifth passage (501), that is, when the fourth passage and the fifth passage are connected, the fluid can enter from the fourth passage and flow out from the fifth passage.

4. A valve with adjustable flow direction and cleaning function according to claim 3, characterized in that, Includes a valve seat plug (7) for sealing the fifth passage (501).

5. A valve with adjustable flow path direction and cleaning function according to claim 4, characterized in that, The rotation of the valve core (4) enables the first sector hole to align with the first passage and the third passage, thereby achieving the connection of the flow path between the first passage and the third passage.

6. A valve with adjustable flow direction and cleaning function according to claim 5, characterized in that, The rotation of the valve core can isolate the first and second sector holes from the first and third passages, while connecting the fourth and fifth passages, thus achieving the cleaning function inside the valve.

7. A valve with adjustable flow path direction and cleaning function according to claim 6, characterized in that, Through the rotary valve chip, the valve can enable any two flow paths between the three main flow paths to be connected to each other or all flow paths to be connected to each other, and can also achieve isolation of the three main flow paths and opening and closing of the flow paths between the fourth and fifth paths.

8. A valve with adjustable flow path direction and cleaning function according to claim 7, characterized in that, The control panel can be disc-shaped, handle-shaped, or controlled by an electric servo motor. The valve body and valve seat are connected by bolts, and a sealing groove is provided in the middle to accommodate the sealing ring to ensure the sealing of the connection.

9. A valve with adjustable flow direction and cleaning function according to claim 8, characterized in that, The first, second, third, and fourth passages on the valve body are connected to external pipelines via flanges and threads.

10. A valve with adjustable flow direction and cleaning function according to claim 9, characterized in that, The valve core surface is provided with a sealing ring mounting groove to accommodate the sealing ring and ensure the sealing between the valve core and the valve body.

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