Reducing flow guide type groove three-way connector

By introducing a mounting box, a rotating shaft, and a fluid guiding structure into the tee joint, combined with the design of a reinforcing hoop, the corrosion problem caused by fluid impact is solved, thus protecting and strengthening the tee joint and improving the stability and smoothness of fluid flow.

CN223938967UActive Publication Date: 2026-02-24TAIGU FIXSTAR METAL PRODUCING IND CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520885191.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-05-07
Publication Date
2026-02-24
Estimated Expiration
2035-05-07

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

In long-term use, existing grooved tee fittings are prone to leakage at the connection between the main pipe and the secondary pipe due to fluid impact and corrosion, which affects the long service life of the tee fittings.

Method used

A grooved tee with a reducing diameter and guiding flow is designed. It adopts a mounting box, a rotating shaft and a fluid guiding structure. The rotation of the fluid guiding flow reduces the impact of the fluid on the inner wall of the joint, and the weak parts of the joint are reinforced by a reinforcing hoop to improve the overall strength.

Benefits of technology

It effectively protects the inner wall of the tee joint, reduces fluid impact, improves joint strength and fluid guiding effect, and extends the service life of the joint.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a reducing diversion type groove three-way connector which comprises a main pipe and an auxiliary pipe, grooves are formed in the main pipe and the auxiliary pipe, a mounting box is arranged at the connecting position of the main pipe and the auxiliary pipe, and a rotating shaft is rotationally connected in the mounting box. A flow guide body capable of preventing fluid from directly impacting the inner wall of the joint of the installation box and the main pipe is fixedly connected to the rotating shaft. The three-way connector has the advantages that the structures such as the mounting box, the rotating shaft and the flow guide body are arranged, after the three-way connector is connected with an external pipeline, fluid impacts on the flow guide body in the mounting box when flowing to an auxiliary pipe, the flow guide body rotates under the impact effect, the inner wall of the three-way connector is protected, the fluid is guided, and the service life of the three-way connector is prolonged. The fluid is caused to flow to the sub-pipe. Thus, the inner wall of the joint of the main pipe and the auxiliary pipe is protected by the flow guide body, and long-term use of the three-way connector is facilitated. The multiple reinforcing hoops are used for reinforcing different weak positions of the three-way connector, so that the overall strength of the three-way connector is higher.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of tee connector technology, and in particular to a reducing grooved tee connector. Background Technology

[0002] A tee fitting, also known as a pipe tee or tee pipe fitting, is mainly used to change the direction of fluid flow and is usually used where a branch pipe needs to be inserted into a main pipeline. It is a commonly used connector in piping systems and is widely used in various fluid piping systems. Tee fittings are classified by diameter into equal tees and reducing tees, and by connection method into grooved tees and threaded tees, etc.

[0003] The reducing grooved tee is a common type of tee fitting, typically with the secondary pipe's diameter being smaller than the main pipe's diameter in the vertical direction. Therefore, when fluid from the main pipe enters the secondary pipe, the fluid impacts the connection between the secondary and main pipes. Over time, this impact and corrosion can cause leaks at this connection point, negatively impacting the tee's long-term durability. To address this, an improved reducing grooved tee fitting is proposed. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to at least solve one of the aforementioned technical defects.

[0005] Therefore, one objective of this utility model is to propose a different diameter guide grooved tee connector to solve the problems mentioned in the background art and overcome the shortcomings of the prior art.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, one embodiment of this utility model provides a reducing grooved tee connector, including a main pipe and a secondary pipe. Both the main pipe and the secondary pipe have grooves. An installation box is provided at the connection between the main pipe and the secondary pipe. A rotating shaft is rotatably connected inside the installation box. A fluid guide is fixedly connected to the rotating shaft to prevent fluid from directly impacting the inner wall of the connection between the installation box and the main pipe.

[0007] Preferably, as described in any of the above embodiments, the main pipe is provided with a first reinforcing hoop on both sides of the mounting box, the mounting box is provided with a second reinforcing hoop, and the secondary pipe is provided with a third reinforcing hoop.

[0008] The above technical solution involves a main pipe and a secondary pipe working together to form the basic structure of a tee joint, which allows for the three-way flow of fluid. The two pipes are generally installed vertically for easy connection and arrangement of external pipelines. By installing a first, second, and third reinforcing hoop, multiple reinforcing hoops reinforce different weak points of the tee joint, increasing its overall strength and promoting long-term use of the tee structure.

[0009] Preferably, in any of the above embodiments, the third reinforcing hoop on the secondary pipe is located at the end of the secondary pipe near the mounting box, and the inner wall of the connection between the main pipe and the mounting box is rounded.

[0010] The above technical solution involves placing a third reinforcing hoop at the connection between the secondary pipe and the mounting box, thereby strengthening the connection and enhancing the overall strength of the tee joint. Rounding the corners at the connection between the main pipe and the mounting box allows for smoother fluid flow and reduces the impact of the fluid on the inner wall of the tee joint.

[0011] Preferably, in any of the above embodiments, the guide fluid adopts a cylindrical structure, and an arc-shaped guide groove is formed on the guide fluid.

[0012] The above technical solution employs a rotating shaft that provides an installation platform for the guide fluid. The guide fluid can withstand the fluid impact force and rotates under this force, converting the fluid's kinetic energy into its rotation. This reduces the impact of the fluid on the inner wall of the tee joint. The cylindrical structure of the guide fluid allows for flow guidance across the entire pipe height. Guide grooves are created on the guide fluid; when fluid impacts these grooves, it is more effectively propelled to rotate in a single direction. The rotated fluid then flows into the secondary pipe, achieving proper fluid guidance.

[0013] Preferably, of any of the above schemes, there are several guide channels that are evenly arranged circumferentially on the guide channel, and the inner wall of the connection between the secondary pipe and the mounting box is rounded.

[0014] The above technical solution utilizes evenly distributed guide channels to more balanced and stablely propel the guide fluid, resulting in a more stable guiding effect. Rounded corners at the connection between the secondary pipe and the mounting box ensure smoother fluid flow between them.

[0015] Preferably, in any of the above embodiments, the guide fluid adopts a spherical structure, and an arc-shaped guide groove is formed on the guide fluid.

[0016] Preferably, of any of the above schemes, there are several guide channels that are evenly arranged circumferentially on the guide channel, and the inner wall of the connection between the secondary pipe and the mounting box is rounded.

[0017] The above technical solution employs a spherical guide body, which offers better flow guidance and allows fluid to flow from both its top and bottom surfaces with minimal reduction in fluid velocity. Similarly, guide grooves are created on the guide body; when fluid impacts these grooves, it is more effectively propelled to rotate in a single direction. The rotated fluid then flows into the secondary pipe, achieving proper flow guidance. Evenly distributed guide grooves provide a more balanced and stable propulsion of the guide body, resulting in a more consistent flow guidance effect. Rounded corners at the connection between the secondary pipe and the mounting box ensure smoother fluid flow between them.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0019] 1. This reducing grooved tee connector, through the inclusion of a mounting box, rotating shaft, and fluid guide, allows fluid to flow to the secondary pipe after the tee connector is connected to an external pipeline. The fluid impacts the fluid guide within the mounting box, causing it to rotate under the impact. This protects the inner wall of the tee connector and guides the fluid towards the secondary pipe. In this way, the inner wall of the connection between the main and secondary pipes is protected by the fluid guide, which is beneficial for the long-term use of the tee connector.

[0020] 2. This reducing grooved tee connector features multiple reinforcing hoops (first, second, and third) to strengthen different weak points, resulting in higher overall strength and improved long-term durability. Rounded corners at the connection between the main pipe and the mounting box facilitate smoother fluid flow and reduce impact on the tee's inner wall. Guide grooves are incorporated into the guide tube; when fluid impacts these grooves, it propels the guide tube in a single direction, allowing it to flow into the secondary pipe. Evenly distributed guide grooves provide a more balanced and stable rotation of the guide tube, resulting in more consistent flow. Rounded corners at the connection between the secondary pipe and the mounting box further enhance fluid flow between them.

[0021] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0022] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0023] Figure 1 This is a first-view structural diagram of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 2This is a schematic diagram of the second-view structure of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the present invention.

[0026] In the diagram: 1-Main pipe, 2-Secondary pipe, 3-Groove, 4-Mounting box, 5-Shaft, 6-Flow guide, 7-First reinforcing hoop, 8-Second reinforcing hoop, 9-Third reinforcing hoop. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0028] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0029] like Figures 1-3 As shown, this utility model includes a main pipe 1 and a secondary pipe 2. Both the main pipe 1 and the secondary pipe 2 are provided with grooves 3. An installation box 4 is provided at the connection between the main pipe 1 and the secondary pipe 2. A rotating shaft 5 is rotatably connected inside the installation box 4. A fluid guide 6 is fixedly connected to the rotating shaft 5 to prevent fluid from directly impacting the inner wall of the connection between the installation box 4 and the main pipe 1.

[0030] Example 1: A first reinforcing hoop 7 is installed on both sides of the mounting box 4 on the main pipe 1, a second reinforcing hoop 8 is installed on the mounting box 4, and a third reinforcing hoop 9 is installed on the secondary pipe 2. The main pipe 1 and secondary pipe 2 cooperate to form the basic structure of a tee joint, which can guide fluid flow through a three-way connection. They are generally installed vertically for easy connection and layout of external pipelines. By installing the first reinforcing hoop 7, the second reinforcing hoop 8, and the third reinforcing hoop 9, multiple reinforcing hoops reinforce different weak points of the tee joint, increasing the overall strength of the tee joint and promoting its long-term use.

[0031] The third reinforcing clamp 9 on the secondary pipe 2 is located at the end of the secondary pipe 2 near the mounting box 4, and the inner wall of the connection between the main pipe 1 and the mounting box 4 is rounded. Placing the third reinforcing clamp 9 at the connection between the secondary pipe 2 and the mounting box 4 strengthens this connection and enhances the overall strength of the tee joint. The rounded corners at the connection between the main pipe 1 and the mounting box 4 allow for smoother fluid flow and also reduce the impact of the fluid on the inner wall of the tee joint.

[0032] Example 2: The guide fluid 6 adopts a cylindrical structure with arc-shaped guide grooves. The rotating shaft 5 provides an installation platform for the guide fluid 6, which can withstand the fluid impact force and rotate under the impact force, converting the kinetic energy of the fluid into the rotation of the guide fluid 6, thereby reducing the impact of the fluid on the inner wall of the tee joint. The cylindrical structure of the guide fluid 6 enables flow guidance throughout the entire pipe height range. The guide grooves on the guide fluid 6 allow the fluid to be better propelled to rotate in a single direction when it impacts the grooves. The rotated fluid then flows into the secondary pipe 2, achieving fluid guidance.

[0033] Several guide channels are evenly distributed around the circumference of the guide tube 6, and the inner wall of the connection between the secondary pipe 2 and the mounting box 4 is rounded. The evenly distributed guide channels can more evenly and stably propel the guide tube 6 to rotate, making the guiding effect more stable. The rounded corners at the connection between the secondary pipe 2 and the mounting box 4 make the fluid flow more smoothly between them.

[0034] Example 3: The guide fluid 6 adopts a spherical structure, with arc-shaped guide grooves formed on it. Several guide grooves are evenly distributed around the circumference of the guide fluid 6, and the inner wall of the connection between the secondary pipe 2 and the mounting box 4 is rounded. The spherical structure of the guide fluid 6 provides better flow guidance, allowing fluid to flow from both its top and bottom surfaces with minimal reduction in fluid velocity. Similarly, the guide grooves on the guide fluid 6 allow it to rotate more effectively in a single direction when impacted by the fluid. The rotated fluid then flows into the secondary pipe 2, achieving fluid guidance. The evenly distributed guide grooves provide a more balanced and stable rotation of the guide fluid 6, resulting in a more stable flow guidance effect. The rounded corners at the connection between the secondary pipe 2 and the mounting box 4 ensure smoother fluid flow between them.

[0035] The working principle of this utility model is as follows:

[0036] S1. Connect the external pipes by using external components in conjunction with the grooves 3 on the main pipe 1 and the secondary pipe 2 to ensure the sealing of the tee joint;

[0037] S2. When the fluid flows to the secondary pipe 2, it impacts the guide fluid 6 inside the mounting box 4. The guide fluid 6 rotates under the impact, which protects the inner wall of the tee joint and guides the fluid to flow to the secondary pipe 2.

[0038] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages:

[0039] 1. This reducing grooved tee connector, through the inclusion of a mounting box 4, a rotating shaft 5, and a fluid guide 6, allows fluid to flow to the secondary pipe 2 after the tee connector is connected to an external pipeline. The fluid impacts the fluid guide 6 within the mounting box 4, causing it to rotate and thus protecting the inner wall of the tee connector while guiding the fluid towards the secondary pipe 2. In this way, the inner wall of the connection between the main pipe 1 and the secondary pipe 2 is protected by the fluid guide 6, which is beneficial for the long-term use of the tee connector.

[0040] 2. This reducing grooved tee connector features a first reinforcing hoop 7, a second reinforcing hoop 8, and a third reinforcing hoop 9. These multiple reinforcing hoops reinforce different weak points of the tee connector, increasing its overall strength and improving its long-term durability. The connection between the main pipe 1 and the mounting box 4 is rounded to facilitate smoother fluid flow and reduce impact on the inner wall of the tee connector. A flow guide groove is created on the guide fluid 6. When fluid impacts this groove, it propels the guide fluid 6 to rotate in a single direction. The rotated fluid then flows into the secondary pipe 2, achieving fluid guidance. The evenly distributed flow guide grooves provide a more balanced and stable rotation of the guide fluid 6, resulting in a more consistent flow guidance effect. The rounded corners at the connection between the secondary pipe 2 and the mounting box 4 further enhance the smoothness of fluid flow between them.

Claims

1. A grooved tee connector with varying diameters, comprising a main pipe (1) and a secondary pipe (2), wherein both the main pipe (1) and the secondary pipe (2) are provided with grooves (3); characterized in that, An installation box (4) is provided at the connection between the main pipe (1) and the secondary pipe (2). A rotating shaft (5) is rotatably connected inside the installation box (4). A fluid guide (6) is fixedly connected to the rotating shaft (5) to prevent fluid from directly impacting the inner wall of the connection between the installation box (4) and the main pipe (1).

2. The reducing grooved tee connector as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The main pipe (1) is provided with a first reinforcing hoop (7) on both sides of the mounting box (4), the mounting box (4) is provided with a second reinforcing hoop (8), and the secondary pipe (2) is provided with a third reinforcing hoop (9).

3. The reducing grooved tee connector as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The third reinforcing hoop (9) on the secondary pipe (2) is set at one end of the secondary pipe (2) near the mounting box (4), and the inner wall of the connection between the main pipe (1) and the mounting box (4) is rounded.

4. A reducing grooved tee connector as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The guide fluid (6) adopts a cylindrical structure, and an arc-shaped guide groove is provided on the guide fluid (6).

5. A reducing grooved tee connector as described in claim 4, characterized in that: There are several guide channels, which are evenly arranged around the circumference of the guide channel (6). The inner wall of the connection between the secondary pipe (2) and the mounting box (4) is rounded.

6. A reducing grooved tee connector as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The guide fluid (6) has a spherical structure and an arc-shaped guide groove is provided on the guide fluid (6).

7. A reducing grooved tee connector as described in claim 6, characterized in that: There are several guide channels, which are evenly arranged around the circumference of the guide channel (6). The inner wall of the connection between the secondary pipe (2) and the mounting box (4) is rounded.