Water pipe timer

Abstract

The utility model describes a water pipe timer which comprises a shell, a partition piece is arranged in the shell, the partition piece divides the space in the shell into a sealed cavity and an open cavity, the sealed cavity forms a sealed space, and at least part of the open cavity is arranged in the sealed cavity in a sleeved mode; the electronic component is arranged in the sealing cavity; and the pipeline is partially located in the open cavity, and the pipeline penetrates out of the shell. Therefore, the electronic component is arranged in the sealed cavity, so that the interference of the external environment on the electronic component is effectively reduced. Meanwhile, the pipeline and other parts are arranged in the open cavity, so that the influence of possible pipeline water seepage on the electronic assembly is reduced, and the waterproof capability of the water pipe timer is greatly enhanced. Therefore, the water pipe timer provided by the utility model not only prevents electronic component faults caused by moisture infiltration, but also ensures stable operation of the water pipe timer outdoors and in a humid environment.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to timer technical field especially relates to a water pipe timer. BACKGROUND

[0002] The water pipe timer is usually connected to the faucet or water pipe, and the user can set the time, frequency and duration of water supply to complete the water pipe water supply work. In the scene of home gardening, farmland irrigation and other automatic irrigation, the application of water pipe timer is widespread, which can effectively ensure that the plants get the right amount of water, improve the efficiency and accuracy of irrigation.

[0003] However, since the water pipe timer is generally installed outdoors and often used near the water source, it is easy to be affected by deep water, and water may seep into the internal part of the timer, damaging the internal electronic devices, causing the water pipe timer to malfunction, or even completely fail. SUMMARY

[0004] The utility model discloses in view of above-mentioned present situation, a water pipe timer can improve the sealing performance of the existing timer, solve the problem of water seepage.

[0005] The utility model discloses a water pipe timer, which comprises a shell, a partition is arranged in the shell, the partition divides the space in the shell into a sealed cavity and an open cavity, the sealed cavity forms a sealed space, and the open cavity is at least partially sleeved on the sealed cavity, an electronic assembly is arranged in the sealed cavity, and a pipeline is partially located in the open cavity and penetrates out of the shell.

[0006] Optionally, the water pipe timer further comprises a button, in the pressing direction, the button comprises a pressing piece and a touch piece connected with each other, the pressing piece penetrates the shell, the touch piece is located in the shell, and the pressing piece and the shell have a movable gap therebetween, the button further comprises a protective piece, the protective piece is connected with the pressing piece and the inner side of the shell and / or the partition respectively, and in the pressing direction, the protective piece blocks the movable gap.

[0007] Optionally, the protective piece comprises a first protective part and a second protective part connected with each other, the first protective part is provided with a first protruding part, the inner side of the shell is provided with a first groove, and the first protruding part is embedded in the first groove, and in the pressing direction, the second protective part blocks the movable gap.

[0008] Optionally, a plurality of first protruding parts are arranged, and two adjacent first protruding parts are arranged at intervals, the inner side of the shell is provided with a plurality of first grooves, and the first protruding part is embedded in the corresponding first groove.

[0009] Optionally, the water pipe timer further comprises a knob, the shell is provided with a through hole, the knob is connected with the electronic assembly through the through hole; the shell is provided with a first boss, and the first boss surrounds the through hole; the knob is provided with a second boss, and the second boss surrounds the through hole; the water pipe timer further comprises a first sealing ring, and opposite sides of the first sealing ring are provided with recessed positions, and the first boss and the second boss are embedded in the two recessed positions respectively.

[0010] Optionally, the knob is provided with a rotating part, the rotating part penetrates into the sealing cavity through the through hole; and the rotating part and the shell are further provided with a second sealing ring in the through hole.

[0011] Optionally, the second sealing ring has a V-shaped structure in cross section.

[0012] Optionally, the water pipe timer further comprises a display screen and a transparent plate; the display screen is arranged on the outer side of the shell; the transparent plate is arranged on the side of the display screen away from the shell, the transparent plate comprises a protection area and a connecting area surrounding the protection area, the protection area covers the display screen, and the connecting area is provided with a second convex part; the shell is provided with a second groove, the second convex part is embedded in the second groove, and sealing glue is arranged between the second convex part and the second groove.

[0013] Optionally, the partition is provided with a third groove, and the shell is provided with a third convex part; the third convex part is embedded in the third groove, and a third sealing ring is arranged between the third convex part and the third groove.

[0014] Optionally, sealing glue is further arranged between the third convex part and the third groove.

[0015] The utility model relates to a water pipe timer, which comprises a shell, an electronic assembly and a pipeline. The shell is provided with a partition, which divides the space in the shell into a sealed cavity and an open cavity. The electronic assembly is arranged in the sealed cavity. The pipeline is partially arranged in the open cavity and penetrates through the shell. The partition is arranged to form the sealed cavity and the open cavity in the shell. The electronic assembly is arranged in the sealed cavity, thereby effectively reducing the interference of the external environment on the electronic assembly. The pipeline and other components are arranged in the open cavity to reduce the influence of water seepage on the electronic assembly, thereby greatly enhancing the waterproof capability of the water pipe timer. The water pipe timer provided by the utility model not only prevents the electronic assembly from malfunctioning due to water seepage, but also ensures the stable operation of the water pipe timer in outdoor and humid environments, thereby improving the reliability and durability of the equipment. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application, the following will briefly introduce the drawings needed to be used in the embodiments description. Obviously, the drawings in the following description only some embodiments of the present application, and for those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative labor.

[0017] To more completely understand the present application and its beneficial effects, the following will be combined with the drawings to make the following description, wherein the same reference numerals in the following description represent the same parts.

[0018] Figure 1 It is the whole structure schematic diagram of the water pipe timer related in the present application.

[0019] Figure 2 It is the explosion drawing of the water pipe timer related in the present application.

[0020] Figure 3 It is the front view of the water pipe timer related in the present application.

[0021] Figure 4 It is the section view of the water pipe timer related in the present application at A. Figure 3

[0022] Figure 5 It is the enlarged schematic view of the water pipe timer related in the present application at C. Figure 4

[0023] Figure 6 It is the section view of the water pipe timer related in the present application at B. Figure 3

[0024] ​​​Figure 7 is a schematic view showing Figure 6 an enlarged view of D in

[0025] Figure 8 is a schematic view showing Figure 6 an enlarged view of E in

[0026] Fig. 1 is a shell; 11 is a sealed cavity; 12 is an open cavity; 13 is a through hole; 14 is a first boss; 15 is a third protrusion; 2 is a partition; 21 is a third sealing ring; 3 is an electronic assembly; 31 is a circuit board; 32 is a battery; 4 is a button; 41 is a pressing piece; 42 is a touch piece; 43 is a protective piece; 431 is a first protrusion; 432 is a second protective part; 5 is a knob; 51 is a second boss; 52 is a rotating part; 6 is a first sealing ring; 7 is a second sealing ring; 8 is a display screen; 9 is a transparent plate; 91 is a second protrusion; 10 is a pipeline; 101 is a water inlet; 102 is a water outlet. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0027] Hereinafter, the preferred embodiments of the present application will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the following description, the same drawing reference numerals are used for the same elements throughout the several several views. Also, the size ratio between the elements in the drawings and the shape, relative position, and the like of the elements may be exaggerated for clarity and convenience. It is noted that the directional terms such as "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "front", "rear", and the like are used to describe one particular orientation of an element and are used for the purpose of illustrating specific embodiments of the application only and are only meant in a directionally relative sense, unless otherwise noted. Thus, if a specific orientation is changed, the above terms have to be modified accordingly.

[0028] It is further noted that when an element such as a layer, region or substrate is referred to as being "on" or "connected to" another element, it can be directly on or connected to the other element or intervening elements can also be present. In contrast, when an element is referred to as being "directly on" or "directly connected to" another element, there are no intervening elements present.

[0029] Referring to Figure 1 and Figure 2 , the present application provides a water pipe timer, which comprises a shell 1, an electronic assembly 3 and a pipeline 10. Wherein, the shell 1 is provided with a partition 2, which divides the space in the shell 1 into a sealed cavity 11 and an open cavity 12, the sealed cavity 11 forms a sealed space, and the open cavity 12 is at least partially sleeved on the sealed cavity 11; the electronic assembly 3 is arranged in the sealed cavity 11; the pipeline 10 is partially located in the open cavity 12, and the pipeline 10 penetrates to the outside of the shell 1.

[0030] According to the above structure, the water pipe timer in the application forms a sealed cavity 11 and an open cavity 12 in the shell 1 by the arrangement of the partition 2, and the electronic assembly 3 is installed in the sealed cavity 11, thereby effectively reducing the interference of the external environment on the electronic assembly 3. At the same time, the pipeline 10 and other components are arranged in the open cavity 12, so as to reduce the influence of the water seepage of the pipeline 10 on the electronic assembly 3, and greatly enhance the waterproof capability of the water pipe timer. Accordingly, the water pipe timer provided by the application not only prevents the failure of the electronic assembly 3 caused by water seepage, but also ensures the stable operation of the water pipe timer in outdoor and humid environments, and improves the reliability and durability of the equipment.

[0031] Specifically, referring to Figure 2 , the electronic assembly 3 can include a circuit board 31 and a battery 32. Such electronic assembly 3 needs to operate in a dry environment, so the electronic assembly 3 is installed in the sealed cavity 11 to avoid short circuit, corrosion and other problems caused by humidity or water, and can ensure that the electronic assembly 3 operates in a dry and safe environment, thereby prolonging the service life of the electronic assembly 3. In addition, the sealed space formed by the sealed cavity 11 in the application refers to the space in the sealed cavity 11 being relatively closed to achieve the waterproof effect, but in order to meet the wiring requirements of the circuit board 31 and the battery 32, the shell 1 or the partition 2 can be provided with a through hole for the connection line to pass through. After the connection line passes through the through hole, the gap of the through hole can be sealed by sealing glue or a sealing ring.

[0032] Referring to Figure 1 and Figure 2 , in some examples, the pipeline 10 is respectively provided with one water inlet 101 and a plurality of water outlets 102, and the water inlet 101 and the water outlet 102 are located outside the shell 1. In some examples, one water inlet 101 and three water outlets 102 can be provided. The flexibility of multi-way water supply is realized, and the design of multiple water outlets 102 allows the water pipe timer to supply water to multiple areas or devices at the same time, such as different flower beds, lawns or water landscapes in the garden, so that the user can more flexibly manage multiple irrigation areas, and the irrigation efficiency is improved.

[0033] In some embodiments, the water pipe timer can further include a button 4 and a knob 5, which can be used to set the length of water supply, set the start and end time, and customize the water supply frequency every day, so as to realize flexible control of the watering plan.

[0034] Referring to Figures 3 to 5In some embodiments, the water pipe timer further comprises a button 4; in the pressing direction, the button 4 comprises a pressing piece 41 and a triggering piece 42 connected with each other, the pressing piece 41 penetrates through the shell 1, the triggering piece 42 is located in the shell 1, and there is a movable gap between the pressing piece 41 and the shell 1; the button 4 further comprises a protection piece 43 connected with the pressing piece 41 and the inner side of the shell 1 and / or the partition 2 respectively, and the protection piece 43 blocks the movable gap in the pressing direction. Specifically, when the user presses the button 4, the pressing piece 41 will move in the pressing direction, and the setting of the movable gap can avoid the pressing piece 41 rubbing the shell 1 when pressing. However, due to the setting of the movable gap, external moisture can also easily enter the shell 1. Referring to Figure 5 In the present embodiment, the protection piece 43 can block the movable gap to prevent external moisture from entering. In some examples, the end of the protection piece 43 away from the pressing piece 41 can be adhesively fixed with the shell 1, and when the button 4 is pressed, the protection piece 43 will move with the pressing piece 41, but the end of the protection piece 43 away from the pressing piece 41 is always adhesively fixed with the shell 1.

[0035] Referring to Figure 5 In some embodiments, the protection piece 43 comprises a first protection part and a second protection part 432 connected with each other; the first protection part is provided with a first protrusion 431, and the inner side of the shell 1 is provided with a first recess, and the first protrusion 431 is embedded in the first recess; in the pressing direction, the second protection part 432 blocks the movable gap. Thus, the first protrusion 431 is embedded in the first recess, and the protection piece 43 and the shell 1 can form an interlocking structure, on the one hand, the protection piece 43 can be fixed on the shell 1 by interlocking waterproof, on the other hand, the interlocking structure can further prevent moisture from entering. It can be understood that the interlocking structure makes the channel for moisture to enter more winding, thereby further reducing the possibility of moisture entering and improving the waterproof effect.

[0036] In some embodiments, a plurality of first protrusions 431 are provided, and adjacent two first protrusions 431 are spaced apart; the inner side of the shell 1 is provided with a plurality of first recesses, and the first protrusions 431 are embedded in the corresponding first recesses. Thus, the protection piece 43 and the shell 1 can form a multiple interlocking structure to further reduce the possibility of moisture entering and further improve the waterproof effect.

[0037] In some embodiments, waterproof glue can also be coated in the first recess, and the first protrusion 431 placed in the first recess can be adhesively fixed in the first recess, and the waterproof glue can also play a waterproof sealing role, having a good waterproof effect.

[0038] Referring to Figure 3 , Figure 6 and Figure 7In some embodiments, the water pipe timer further comprises a knob 5, the shell 1 is provided with a through hole 13, the knob 5 is connected with the electronic assembly 3 through the through hole 13; the shell 1 is provided with a first boss 14, and the first boss 14 surrounds the through hole 13; the knob 5 is provided with a second boss 51, and the second boss 51 surrounds the through hole 13; the water pipe timer further comprises a first sealing ring 6, and opposite sides of the first sealing ring 6 are provided with recessed positions, and the first boss 14 and the second boss 51 are respectively embedded in the two recessed positions. In this way, the through hole 13 is provided with a waterproof sealing structure. Specifically, the first boss 14, the second boss 51 and the first sealing ring 6 all surround the through hole 13, so as to avoid water entering from any direction of the outer periphery of the through hole 13 as much as possible, and reduce the possibility of water entering the shell 1 from the through hole 13. Referring to Figure 7 The first sealing ring 6 provided with recessed positions on both sides can have an H-shaped structure in cross section, and the first boss 14 and the second boss 51 are respectively embedded in the two recessed positions, so as to form an interlocking structure between the first boss 14, the second boss 51 and the first sealing ring 6. In this way, the channel for water entering is more tortuous, so as to further reduce the possibility of water entering and achieve better waterproof effect.

[0039] Referring to Figure 7 In some embodiments, the knob 5 is provided with a rotating part 52, and the rotating part 52 penetrates into the sealing cavity 11 through the through hole 13; and the second sealing ring 7 is further arranged between the rotating part 52 and the shell 1 in the through hole 13. In this way, the through hole 13 is also provided with a waterproof sealing structure. Specifically, the knob 5 rotates around the rotating part 52, and in order to ensure that the knob 5 can rotate smoothly, a gap is arranged between the rotating part 52 and the shell 1, and the second sealing ring 7 is arranged to prevent external water from entering the sealing cavity 11 through the through hole 13.

[0040] Referring to Figure 7 In some embodiments, the second sealing ring 7 has a V-shaped structure in cross section. In this way, the edge region of the second sealing ring 7 becomes more slender. Since the edge is thin, the contact area between the edge of the second sealing ring 7 and the rotating part 52 and / or the shell 1 is correspondingly reduced, so as to greatly reduce the friction between the edge of the second sealing ring 7 and the rotating part 52 and / or the shell 1, reduce the influence of the second sealing ring 7 on the rotation of the knob 5, and improve the smoothness and accuracy of the operation of the knob 5.

[0041] Referring to Figure 3 , Figure 6 and Figure 8In some embodiments, the water pipe timer further comprises a display screen 8 and a transparent plate 9; the display screen 8 is arranged on the outer side of the shell 1; the transparent plate 9 is arranged on the side of the display screen 8 away from the shell 1, the transparent plate 9 comprises a protection area and a connecting area surrounding the protection area, the protection area covers the display screen 8, and the connecting area is provided with a second protruding part 91; the shell 1 is provided with a second recess, the second protruding part 91 is embedded in the second recess, and a sealing glue is arranged between the second protruding part 91 and the second recess. In this way, the protection area can protect the display screen 8 from damage caused by external environment impact and collision. Since the connecting area surrounds the protection area, the connecting area protrudes from the display screen 8 to protect the edge of the display screen 8. In addition, the second protruding part 91 can be embedded in the second recess, the staggered structure of the two can avoid direct entry of moisture, and the sealing glue arranged between the second protruding part 91 and the second recess further improves the waterproof performance and prevents moisture from penetrating into the display screen 8 and the electronic components 3.

[0042] With reference to Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the partition 2 is provided with a third recess, and the shell 1 is provided with a third protruding part 15; the third protruding part 15 is embedded in the third recess, and a third sealing ring 21 is arranged between the third protruding part 15 and the third recess. In this way, the staggered structure of the third protruding part 15 and the third recess can avoid direct entry of moisture, and the third sealing ring 21 arranged between the third protruding part 15 and the third recess further improves the waterproof performance and ensures that a high-sealing environment can be formed in the sealed cavity 11.

[0043] With reference to Figure 7 In some embodiments, a sealing glue is further arranged between the third protruding part 15 and the third recess. In this way, the arrangement of the sealing glue not only bonds the partition 2 in the shell 1, but also further improves the waterproof performance.

[0044] In summary, the water pipe timer in the present application forms a sealed cavity 11 and an open cavity 12 in the shell 1 by arranging the partition 2, and the electronic components 3 are installed in the sealed cavity 11, effectively reducing the interference of the external environment on the electronic components 3. At the same time, the pipe 10 and other components are placed in the open cavity 12 to reduce the influence of possible pipe 10 water seepage on the electronic components 3, greatly enhancing the waterproof capability of the water pipe timer. Accordingly, the water pipe timer provided by the present application not only prevents the failure of the electronic components 3 caused by moisture penetration, but also ensures the stable operation of the water pipe timer in outdoor and humid environments, improving the reliability and durability of the equipment.

[0045] In the above embodiments, the description of each embodiment has its own focus, and the parts not described in detail in a certain embodiment can be referred to the related description of other embodiments.

[0046] The embodiments, implementation manners and related technical features of the present application can be combined with each other without conflict.

[0047] The above is only a preferred embodiment of the present application, and does not limit the present application in any form. Any simple modification, equivalent change and modification of the above embodiment according to the technical essence of the present application without departing from the technical solution content of the present application still falls within the scope of the technical solution of the present application.

[0048] Although the present application has been specifically described above in combination with the drawings and embodiments, it can be understood that the above description does not limit the present application in any form. Those skilled in the art can deform and change the present application according to needs without deviating from the essential spirit and scope of the present application, and these deformations and changes all fall within the scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A water pipe timer characterized by, The water pipe timer comprises: a shell, a partition is arranged in the shell, the partition divides the space in the shell into a sealed cavity and an open cavity, the sealed cavity forms a sealed space, and the open cavity is at least partially sleeved on the sealed cavity; an electronic assembly is arranged in the sealed cavity; a pipe is partially arranged in the open cavity, and the pipe penetrates to the outside of the shell.

2. The water valve timer according to claim 1, wherein The water pipe timer further comprises a button; in the pressing direction, the button comprises a pressing piece and a triggering piece connected with each other, the pressing piece penetrates the shell, the triggering piece is arranged in the shell, and the pressing piece and the shell have a movable gap therebetween; the button further comprises a protection piece, the protection piece is connected with the pressing piece and the inner side of the shell and / or the partition respectively, and in the pressing direction, the protection piece blocks the movable gap.

3. The water pipe timer according to claim 2, wherein, The protection piece comprises a first protection part and a second protection part connected with each other; the first protection part is provided with a first protrusion, the inner side of the shell is provided with a first groove, and the first protrusion is embedded in the first groove; in the pressing direction, the second protection part blocks the movable gap.

4. The water pipe timer according to claim 3, wherein, The first protrusion is provided with a plurality of first protrusions, and adjacent two first protrusions are arranged at intervals; the inner side of the shell is provided with a plurality of first grooves, and the first protrusions are embedded in the corresponding first grooves.

5. The water valve timer according to claim 1, wherein, The water pipe timer further comprises a knob, the shell is provided with a through hole, and the knob is connected with the electronic assembly through the through hole; the shell is provided with a first boss, and the first boss surrounds the through hole; the knob is provided with a second boss, and the second boss surrounds the through hole; the water pipe timer further comprises a first sealing ring, and opposite sides of the first sealing ring are provided with recessed positions, and the first boss and the second boss are embedded in the two recessed positions respectively.

6. The water pipe timer according to claim 5, wherein, The knob is provided with a rotating part, and the rotating part penetrates into the sealed cavity through the through hole; in the through hole, a second sealing ring is further arranged between the rotating part and the shell.

7. The water pipe timer according to claim 6, wherein, The cross section of the second sealing ring is in V-shaped structure.

8. The water valve timer according to claim 1, wherein, The water pipe timer further comprises a display screen and a transparent plate; the display screen is arranged on the outer side of the shell; the transparent plate is arranged on the side of the display screen away from the shell, the transparent plate comprises a protection area and a connecting area surrounding the protection area, the protection area covers the display screen, and the connecting area is provided with a second protrusion; the shell is provided with a second groove, the second protrusion is embedded in the second groove, and sealing glue is arranged between the second protrusion and the second groove.

9. The water valve timer according to claim 1, wherein, The partition is provided with a third groove, and the shell is provided with a third protrusion; the third protrusion is embedded in the third groove, and a third sealing ring is arranged between the third protrusion and the third groove.

10. The water pipe timer according to claim 9, wherein, Sealing glue is further arranged between the third protrusion and the third groove.

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