Faucet with universal rotating mechanical arm

Abstract

The utility model discloses a faucet with a universal rotating mechanical arm, which comprises a connecting pipe, two ends of the connecting pipe respectively extend in the lateral direction to form connecting parts, and elastic components are respectively embedded on the outer walls of the connecting parts; the two connector pipes are arranged on the periphery of one connecting part in a sleeving mode in a circumferential rotation mode, a plurality of clamping grooves are further formed in the inner wall of each connector pipe in the circumferential direction, and the end, stretching out of the corresponding connecting part, of each elastic component abuts against the interior of one clamping groove so as to limit free rotation of the corresponding connector pipe and allow the corresponding connector pipe to rotate under stress; moreover, one connector pipe serves as a water inlet connector and is rotationally connected to the water supply equipment, and the other connector pipe serves as a water outlet connector and is connected with a spray head assembly, so that water flow can flow out through the water supply equipment, the water inlet connector, the connecting pipe, the water outlet connector and the spray head assembly in sequence. According to the technical scheme, the connecting pipe and the two connector pipes jointly form the mechanical arm capable of rotating universally, the overall structure is simple, disassembly and assembly are convenient, the rotating action is smooth, and the user experience is better.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to faucet accessory technical field especially relates to a faucet with universal rotation mechanical arm. BACKGROUND

[0002] The water outlet faucet is divided into fixed type and rotatable type structure, for the latter, usually adopt additional installation rotation connecting pipe or is directly designed as bellows and realize the adjustment of multiple angles. The market is more favored is the structure that can rotate universally, and for realizing its universal rotation, usually need more cumbersome structure, inconvenient to disassemble, especially because spare parts are more, disassemble not easy to return to load, and the rotation action is easy to jam. SUMMARY

[0003] In view of the above problems existing in the prior art, the present application provides a faucet with universal rotation mechanical arm, which has a more simple and convenient structure, and the rotation action is more smooth, to overcome at least one of the above technical defects.

[0004] The specific technical solutions are as follows:

[0005] A faucet with universal rotation mechanical arm, comprising:

[0006] Connecting pipe, both ends are respectively extended in lateral direction and formed with a connecting part, and at least one elastic member is embedded on the outer wall of each connecting part;

[0007] Two joint pipes, which are respectively peripherally rotatable on the outer periphery of one of the connecting parts, and a plurality of clamping grooves are arranged on the inner wall of the joint pipe, one end of the elastic member extending out of the connecting part abuts on one of the clamping grooves, so as to limit the free rotation of the joint pipe and allow the forced rotation of the joint pipe;

[0008] And one of the joint pipes is used as a water inlet joint and is rotatably connected to a water supply device, and the other joint pipe is used as a water outlet joint and is connected with a spray head assembly, so that the water flow can flow out through the water supply device, the water inlet joint, the connecting pipe, the water outlet joint and the spray head assembly in sequence.

[0009] Preferably, a clamping ring is arranged between the joint pipe and the connecting part, the connecting part is formed with an annular groove, the clamping ring is peripherally rotatable in the annular groove, and the clamping ring is detachably connected with the joint pipe, so as to allow the clamping ring and the joint pipe to rotate peripherally relative to the connecting part, and limit the clamping ring and the joint pipe to be detached in the axial direction.

[0010] Preferably, the clamping ring has a notch on one side, so as to allow the clamping ring to be detached from the connecting pipe in the radial direction of the connecting pipe.

[0011] Preferably, a limiting column is formed on the outer wall of the clamping ring in a radial direction, and a limiting hole is formed on the peripheral wall of the connector pipe in a position opposite to the limiting column, and the limiting column is clamped in the limiting hole to clamp the connector pipe and the clamping ring.

[0012] Preferably, a U-shaped through slot is further formed on the outer wall of the clamping ring around the limiting column, so that the limiting column can move in a radial direction and come out of the limiting hole under stress.

[0013] Preferably, an open slot is further formed in the annular groove on the outer peripheral wall of the connecting portion, and when the clamping ring is rotated to the position of the open slot, the limiting column is allowed to move radially into the open slot under stress.

[0014] Preferably, the connecting pipe includes a straight handle pipe, and a tubular connecting portion is formed on the upper and lower ends of the straight handle pipe in the same direction, and the lower end of the straight handle pipe is open and provided with a plug, and the upper end of the straight handle pipe is closed or connected with an end cover.

[0015] Preferably, a blind hole is further formed on the outer wall of the connecting portion for embedding an elastic member, and the elastic member includes a ball pin and a spring nested together, and the end of the ball pin away from the blind hole abuts against the clamping groove.

[0016] Preferably, the connector pipe is in the form of an L-shaped tubular structure, and is formed into a water inlet end and a water outlet end, the water inlet end of the connector pipe as a water inlet connector is rotatably connected to a water supply device, and the water outlet end is rotatably connected to the connecting portion below, the water outlet end of the connector pipe as a water outlet connector is connected to a spray head assembly, and the water inlet end is rotatably connected to the connecting portion above.

[0017] Preferably, the spray head assembly includes an upper cover and a lower cover spliced together, a spray head connector and a water path switching piece accommodated in the upper cover and the lower cover, and a spray head sealing ring sleeved on the outer periphery of the spray head connector, the spray head sealing ring includes an annular body, the outer edge of the annular body has an annular skirt expanded in an outward direction, and the outer edge of the annular skirt abuts against the inner wall of the upper cover.

[0018] The beneficial effects of the above technical solutions are:

[0019] (1) The faucet with a universal rotating mechanical arm includes a connecting pipe, two connector pipes, a spray head assembly, and an elastic member, the connector pipes and the connecting pipe are connected through the elastic member to achieve the purpose of rotation and rotation limitation, one of the connector pipes as a water inlet connector is rotatably connected to a water supply device, so that the connecting pipe and the two connector pipes together form a universal rotating mechanical arm, the overall structure is simple and convenient to disassemble and assemble, and the rotating action is smooth, and the user experience is better.

[0020] (2) The design of the clamping ring allows the connector pipe to be rotatably assembled on the connecting portion of the connecting pipe without additional accessories, and is convenient to disassemble and assemble.

[0021] (3) the special structure of the spray head sealing ring design, so as to reduce the contact area between the sealing and the upper cover of the spray head assembly, and the skirt structure which expands downward and outward can ensure the sealing, so that the upper cover rotating action is more smooth, no resistance. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0022] Figure 1 is an exploded view of the faucet with universal rotating mechanical arm of the utility model;

[0023] Figure 2 is Figure 1 a partial enlarged view;

[0024] Figure 3 is a perspective view of the water inlet connector and the snap ring in the faucet with universal rotating mechanical arm of the utility model;

[0025] Figure 4 is an exploded view of the spray head assembly in the faucet with universal rotating mechanical arm of the utility model;

[0026] Figure 5 is a sectional view of the spray head sealing ring in the faucet with universal rotating mechanical arm of the utility model;

[0027] Figure 6 is a side sectional view of the faucet with universal rotating mechanical arm of the utility model;

[0028] Figure 7 is an application schematic diagram of the faucet with universal rotating mechanical arm of the utility model;

[0029] Figure 8 is a perspective view of another embodiment of the faucet with universal rotating mechanical arm of the utility model. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0030] In order to make the technical means, creative features, purposes and effects realized by the utility model easy to understand, the following embodiments are combined with the drawings to specifically describe the utility model. And define Figure 6 The up-down direction shown in the drawing is the up-down direction in the embodiment, and the direction from right to left in the drawing is the front-to-back direction in the embodiment.

[0031] Referring to Figures 1 to 7 The faucet with universal rotating mechanical arm provided by the embodiment includes:

[0032] The connecting pipe 1 extends in a lateral direction to form a connecting portion 3 at each end, and at least one elastic member 7 is embedded on the outer wall of each connecting portion 3.

[0033] Two connector tubes 2 are respectively rotatably fitted around the outer periphery of one of the connecting parts 3. Multiple slots 23 are also arranged circumferentially on the inner wall of the connector tube 2. One end of the elastic member 7 extending out of the connecting part 3 abuts against one of the slots 23 to limit the free rotation of the connector tube 2 and allow the connector tube 2 to rotate under force.

[0034] Furthermore, one of the connector pipes 2 serves as the inlet connector 22 and is rotatably connected to the water supply equipment 6, while the other connector pipe 2 serves as the outlet connector 21 and is connected to the nozzle assembly 4, so that the water flow can sequentially pass through the water supply equipment 6, the inlet connector 22, the connecting pipe 1, the outlet connector 21, and the nozzle assembly 4.

[0035] Based on the above technical solution, the faucet with a omnidirectional rotating robotic arm includes a connecting pipe 1, two connector pipes 2, a nozzle assembly 4, and an elastic component 7. The connector pipe 2 and the connecting pipe 1 are connected by the elastic component 7 to achieve rotation and limit rotation. One of the connecting pipes 1 serves as a water inlet connector 22 and is rotatably connected to the water supply device 6, so that the connecting pipe 1 and the two connector pipes 2 together form an omnidirectional rotating robotic arm. The overall structure is simple, easy to disassemble and assemble, and the rotation is smooth, resulting in a better user experience.

[0036] In a preferred embodiment, specifically as follows: Figures 1 to 3 ,as well as Figure 6 As shown, a retaining ring 5 is also provided between the connector tube 2 and the connecting part 3. The outer periphery of the connecting part 3 forms an annular groove 31. The retaining ring 5 is rotatably fitted into the annular groove 31 and is detachable from the connector tube 2. This allows the retaining ring 5 and the connector tube 2 to rotate circumferentially relative to the connecting part 3, and prevents the retaining ring 5 and the connector tube 2 from coming out of the connecting part 3 in the axial direction.

[0037] As a further preferred embodiment, the retaining ring 5 has a notch on one side to allow it to disengage from the connecting pipe 1 in the radial direction, making disassembly and assembly more convenient. In this embodiment, the retaining ring 5 is designed as a non-integral ring, facilitating disassembly and assembly. Alternatively, the retaining ring 5 could be designed as an integral ring, allowing it to be assembled into or disassembled from the annular groove 31 by pulling or squeezing, and is not limited to this. Furthermore, a limiting post 51 is formed radially on the outer wall of the retaining ring 5. A limiting hole 24, opposite to the limiting post 51, is formed on the peripheral wall of the connector pipe 2, and the limiting post 51 is fitted into the limiting hole 24 to hold the connector pipe 2 and the retaining ring 5. Furthermore, a U-shaped through groove 52 is cut around the limiting post 51 on the outer wall of the retaining ring 5, allowing the limiting post 51 to move radially out of the limiting hole 24 under force and to return to its original position under its own elasticity when no force is applied. However, it is obvious that the connection between the retaining ring 5 and the connector tube 2 can also be achieved by, for example, a retaining block groove 23 structure or a pin insertion hole structure. The solution adopted in this embodiment makes it possible to achieve a structure that is easy to detach from each other without additional parts, but it is not limited to this.

[0038] As a further preferred embodiment, an opening groove 32 is also provided in the annular groove 31 on the outer peripheral wall of the connecting part 3, and when the retaining ring 5 rotates to the position of the opening groove 32, the limiting post 51 is allowed to move radially into the opening groove 32 under the force state, so that the limiting post 51 can disengage from the limiting hole 24 and the connector tube 2 can be axially disengaged from the connector tube 2.

[0039] In a preferred embodiment, the connecting pipe 1 includes a straight handle pipe 11. The upper and lower ends of the straight handle pipe 11 extend in the same direction to form a tubular connecting portion 3. The lower end of the straight handle pipe 11 is open and fitted with a plug 12, while the upper end of the straight handle pipe 11 is closed or connected to an end cap. Specifically, in this embodiment, the plug 12 is glued or ultrasonically welded to the lower end opening of the straight handle pipe 11 to form a non-removable structure suitable for the water pressure inside the straight handle pipe 11. However, it can also be designed as a removable plug for regular cleaning of the pipe, or as a pressure relief plug to maintain water pressure inside the pipe.

[0040] Furthermore, the outer wall of the connecting part 3 is also provided with blind holes 33 for embedding elastic members 7. The elastic members 7 include nested ball pins 72 and springs 71, and the end of the ball pin 72 facing away from the blind hole 33 abuts against the groove 23 of the connector tube 2 and can move in each groove 23. In addition, the two connecting parts 3 can also be arranged on different sides of the straight handle tube 11, and are not limited to this. Furthermore, the connector tube 2 is generally in the shape of an "L"-shaped tube, and is configured as an inlet end and an outlet end. The inlet end of the connector tube 2, which serves as the inlet connector 22, is rotatably connected to the water supply device 6, while the outlet end is rotatably connected to the connecting part 3 located below. The outlet end of the connector tube 2, which serves as the outlet connector 21, is connected to the nozzle assembly 4, while the inlet end is rotatably connected to the connecting part 3 located above. This forms an internal water circuit. In this embodiment, the water supply device 6 is an electric water faucet, but it is obviously applicable to other water supply devices 6.

[0041] In practical applications, the inlet connector 22, connecting pipe 1, and outlet pipe together form a omnidirectionally rotatable robotic arm. One end is rotatably connected to the water supply equipment 6, while the other end is connected to the nozzle assembly 4. The two connector pipes 2 are rotatably connected to the connecting pipe 1 and are internally nested with retaining rings 5. An elastic component 7, consisting of a ball pin 72 and a spring 71, restricts the free rotation of the connector pipes 2 and the connecting pipe 1, but allows them to rotate relative to each other under force. When the user needs to adjust the water outlet direction of the nozzle assembly 4 to any direction, the robotic arm is adjusted in that target direction. The connector pipes 2 and the connecting pipe 1 rotate relative to each other under force, and the ball pin 72 retracts under force, moving from one retaining groove 23 to an adjacent or larger retaining groove 23, and then extending again under the action of the spring 71, abutting against the retaining groove 23. The design of the retaining ring 5 allows the connector pipe 2 to be rotatably assembled onto the connecting part 3 of the connecting pipe 1 without additional accessories, and facilitates disassembly and assembly. Furthermore, multiple sealing rings are provided between the connector tube 2 and the connecting part 3, which is not the main innovation of this solution, so they are omitted here.

[0042] In addition, such as Figure 7 As shown, one end of the inlet connector 22 is rotatably installed in the outlet assembly of the water supply device 6. This is mainly achieved by forming a rotatable insertion hole in the middle of the outlet assembly, which is a common technique in the field and will not be described in detail here. Meanwhile, the connecting pipe 1 can also be designed as a multi-segment nested structure, allowing multiple segments to rotate relative to each other, making the angle adjustment of the nozzle assembly 4 more convenient. The connecting pipe 1 is not limited to a straight pipe; it can be designed as a bent pipe or a corrugated pipe to diversify the angle adjustment methods.

[0043] In a preferred embodiment, specifically as follows: Figure 4 and Figure 5As shown, the nozzle assembly 4 includes an upper cover 41 and a lower cover 42 that are joined together, a nozzle connector 43 and a water path switching component 44 housed inside the upper cover 41 and the lower cover 42. A nozzle sealing ring 45 is also fitted around the outer periphery of the nozzle connector 43. The nozzle sealing ring 45 includes an annular body 46, the outer edge of which has an outwardly expanding annular skirt 47, and the outer edge of the annular skirt 47 abuts against the inner wall of the upper cover 41. This reduces the contact area between the seal and the inner wall of the upper cover 41 of the nozzle assembly 4, and the skirt structure, which expands downwards and outwards, ensures a tight seal, making the rotation of the upper cover 41 smoother and without any obstruction.

[0044] Furthermore, the remaining components in the nozzle assembly 4 are basically the same as those in the existing nozzles that rotate to switch the water outlet direction. They are basically two water channels in the lower cover 42, with water outlet in the middle and water outlet in the outer ring. The water channel switch above can passively switch the liquid flow outlet direction during the rotation of the upper cover 41. The main change in this solution is the sealing structure between the upper cover 41 and the nozzle connector 43. Therefore, the description of its water outlet structure is omitted, but this should not be a reason why it is not feasible.

[0045] As another embodiment, specifically as follows: Figure 7 As shown, it has the same structure as the above, except that the nozzle assembly 4 is a direct injection nozzle, that is, the universal rotating robotic arm in this solution is adapted to various nozzle assemblies 4.

[0046] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is illustrative rather than restrictive. Those skilled in the art will understand that many changes, modifications, and even equivalents can be made within the spirit and scope defined by the claims of the present utility model, all of which will fall within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A faucet with a universal rotating robotic arm, characterized in that, include: The connecting pipe (1) has a connecting part (3) extending laterally at both ends, and at least one elastic member (7) is embedded on the outer wall of each connecting part (3). Two connector tubes (2) are respectively rotatably fitted around the outer periphery of one of the connecting parts (3). The inner wall of the connector tube (2) is also provided with a plurality of slots (23) arranged circumferentially. One end of the elastic member (7) extending out of the connecting part (3) abuts against one of the slots (23) to limit the free rotation of the connector tube (2) and allow the connector tube (2) to rotate under force. Furthermore, one of the connector pipes (2) serves as an inlet connector (22) and is rotatably connected to the water supply equipment (6), while the other connector pipe (2) serves as an outlet connector (21) and is connected to the nozzle assembly (4), so that water can flow out sequentially through the water supply equipment (6), the inlet connector (22), the connecting pipe (1), the outlet connector (21), and the nozzle assembly (4).

2. The faucet with a universal rotating robotic arm as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A retaining ring (5) is also provided between the connector tube (2) and the connecting part (3). The outer periphery of the connecting part (3) forms an annular groove (31). The retaining ring (5) is rotatably fitted into the annular groove (31) and is detachably connected to the connector tube (2) to allow the retaining ring (5) and the connector tube (2) to rotate circumferentially relative to the connecting part (3) and to prevent the retaining ring (5) and the connector tube (2) from coming out in the axial direction.

3. The faucet with a universal rotating robotic arm as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The retaining ring (5) has a notch on one side to allow the retaining ring (5) to disengage from the connecting tube (1) in the radial direction.

4. The faucet with a universal rotating robotic arm as described in claim 3, characterized in that, A limiting post (51) is formed radially on the outer wall of the retaining ring (5), and a limiting hole (24) is formed on the peripheral wall of the connector tube (2) opposite to the position of the limiting post (51). The limiting post (51) is inserted into the limiting hole (24) to hold and connect the connector tube (2) and the retaining ring (5).

5. The faucet with a universal rotating robotic arm as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The outer wall of the retaining ring (5) is also cut with a U-shaped through groove (52) around the limiting post (51), so that the limiting post (51) can move in the radial direction and disengage from the limiting hole (24) when subjected to force.

6. The faucet with a universal rotating robotic arm as described in claim 5, characterized in that, An opening groove (32) is also provided on the outer peripheral wall of the connecting part (3) within the annular groove (31), and when the retaining ring (5) rotates to the position of the opening groove (32), the limiting post (51) is allowed to move radially into the opening groove (32) under the force.

7. The faucet with a universal rotating robotic arm as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting tube (1) includes a straight handle tube (11), the upper and lower ends of the straight handle tube (11) extend in the same direction to form a tubular connecting part (3), and a plug (12) is installed at the lower end opening of the straight handle tube (11), and an end cap is closed or connected to the upper end of the straight handle tube (11).

8. The faucet with a universal rotating robotic arm as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The outer wall of the connecting part (3) is also provided with a blind hole (33) for fitting the elastic member (7). The elastic member (7) includes a nested ball pin (72) and a spring (71), and the end of the ball pin (72) away from the blind hole (33) abuts against the slot (23).

9. The faucet with a universal rotating robotic arm as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The connector pipe (2) has an overall "L" shaped tubular structure and is configured as an inlet end and an outlet end. The inlet end of the connector pipe (2), which is the inlet connector (22), is rotatably connected to the water supply equipment (6), while the outlet end is rotatably connected to the connecting part (3) located below. The outlet end of the connector pipe (2), which is the outlet connector (21), is connected to the nozzle assembly (4), while the inlet end is rotatably connected to the connecting part (3) located above.

10. The faucet with a universal rotating robotic arm as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The nozzle assembly (4) includes an upper cover (41) and a lower cover (42) that are joined together, a nozzle connector (43) and a water circuit switching component (44) housed inside the upper cover (41) and the lower cover (42). A nozzle sealing ring (45) is also fitted around the outer periphery of the nozzle connector (43). The nozzle sealing ring (45) includes an annular body (46). The outer edge of the annular body (46) has an annular skirt (47) that expands outward, and the outer edge of the annular skirt (47) abuts against the inner wall of the upper cover (41).

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