Shower device with adjusting support arm
By installing a locking mechanism on the shower unit's support arm, the problem of the overhead shower being unable to be adjusted was solved, enabling flexible adjustment of the overhead shower's water height and angle, thus improving the user experience.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520570248.5
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-28
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-06
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-03-28
AI Technical Summary
Existing shower heads lack overhead spray adjustment function, making it inconvenient to use as the water outlet height and tilt angle cannot be freely adjusted.
A locking mechanism is installed at both ends of the shower unit's support arm, including a rotating sleeve, a positioning sleeve, and a locking pin. The rotation of the support arm and the overhead shower is controlled by the insertion of the locking pin into the stop hole, thereby adjusting the height and angle of the overhead shower water outlet.
It allows for free adjustment of the height and angle of the top spray, adapting to people of different heights and usage habits, and is simple and convenient to operate.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of shower equipment technology, and in particular to a shower device with an adjustable support arm. Background Technology
[0002] Shower heads are commonly used shower equipment. To ensure that people with different habits can have a good showering experience, existing shower heads are usually equipped with both hand showers and overhead showers.
[0003] For example, Chinese invention patent CN108787275A discloses a shower device with an adjustable support arm, including a water inlet pipe fixed on a support surface, a tee fitting connected to the water inlet pipe, the tee fitting having a first water outlet and a second water outlet, a top spray connected to the first water outlet, and a handheld shower head connected to the second water outlet; it also includes an arm, which is rotatably connected to the tee fitting, and the handheld shower head can be fixed on the arm. When in use, swinging the arm can adjust the water outlet height and angle of the handheld shower head.
[0004] The problem with existing technology is that the top spray lacks adjustment functions, making it inconvenient to use as it cannot freely adjust the water outlet height and tilt angle. Therefore, existing technology needs to be improved. Utility Model Content
[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a shower device with an adjustable overhead spray that is easy to use.
[0006] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve the problem is: a shower device with an adjustable support arm, including a water inlet pipe, a support arm connected to the water outlet end of the water inlet pipe, and a top spray connected to the water outlet end of the support arm; the water inlet pipe, the support arm, and the top spray are interconnected, characterized in that:
[0007] Both ends of the support arm are equipped with locking mechanisms, which are used to control the relative rotation between the support arm and the water inlet pipe and the top spray.
[0008] The locking mechanism includes a rotating sleeve, a positioning sleeve, and a locking pin. A rotating shaft is fitted inside the rotating sleeve. The rotating shaft rotates synchronously with the rotating sleeve and is rotatably connected to the positioning sleeve.
[0009] The rotating shaft is provided with a stop plate, and the stop plate is provided with a stop hole. One end of the locking pin passes through the positioning sleeve and abuts against the stop hole. By controlling the insertion and disengagement of the locking pin and the stop hole, the locking or unlocking between the rotating sleeve and the positioning sleeve can be controlled.
[0010] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the positioning sleeve is provided with an installation groove, and the side wall of the positioning sleeve is provided with a first through hole communicating with the installation groove.
[0011] The rotating shaft is provided with a flow guiding cavity, the flow guiding cavity wall is provided with a flow guiding hole, and the rotating sleeve side wall is provided with a second through hole communicating with the flow guiding hole;
[0012] The rotating shaft is inserted into the mounting groove, which is connected to the flow guiding cavity. The first through hole and the second through hole are used for water inlet and outlet.
[0013] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the positioning sleeve is provided with a pin hole, the pin hole is located on one side of the mounting groove, the locking pin passes through the pin hole, and a spring is sleeved on the locking pin.
[0014] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, a filling groove is provided on the outer wall of the rotating shaft, and a filler is provided in the filling groove. The filler is used to enhance the friction between the rotating shaft and the inner wall of the rotating sleeve.
[0015] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the locking mechanism includes a first locking mechanism and a second locking mechanism. The first locking mechanism is located at the connection between the water inlet pipe and the support arm, and the second locking mechanism is located at the other end of the support arm. The top spray is mounted on the second locking mechanism.
[0016] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, a three-way connector is installed on the water inlet pipe, with both ends of the three-way connector connecting the water inlet pipe to the first locking mechanism, and a handheld shower head is installed on the other water outlet end of the three-way connector, and a switch is provided on the three-way connector.
[0017] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the support arm is in the shape of a "7", the gear plate and the positioning sleeve are integrally formed, and the gear holes are arranged in a circular array.
[0018] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: locking mechanisms are provided at both ends of the adjusting arm. The first locking mechanism is used to adjust the rotation of the arm, thereby adjusting the water outlet height of the top spray. The second locking mechanism is used to adjust the swing of the top spray, thereby adjusting the water outlet angle of the top spray, making it convenient for people of different heights and habits to use. The locking mechanism can be locked or unlocked by pulling the locking pin, which is simple to operate and convenient to use. Attached Figure Description
[0019] The present invention will be further explained below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.
[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;
[0021] Figure 2This is an exploded view of the present invention;
[0022] Figure 3 This is an exploded perspective view of the locking mechanism of this utility model;
[0023] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the locking mechanism of this utility model.
[0024] In the diagram: 1-Water inlet pipe, 2-Support arm, 3-Top spray, 4-Locking mechanism, 4a-First locking mechanism, 4b-Second locking mechanism, 41-Rotating sleeve, 411-Rotating shaft, 4111-Flow guide cavity, 4112-Flow guide hole, 4113-Filling groove, 412-Gate plate, 4121-Gate hole, 413-Second through hole, 42-Positioning sleeve, 421-Mounting groove, 422-First through hole, 423-Pin hole, 43-Locking pin, 44-Spring, 5-Tee head, 51-Switch, 6-Handheld shower head. Detailed Implementation
[0025] This section will describe in detail the specific embodiments of the present utility model. The preferred embodiments of the present utility model are shown in the accompanying drawings. The purpose of the drawings is to supplement the textual description with graphics, so that people can intuitively and vividly understand each technical feature and the overall technical solution of the present utility model, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present utility model.
[0026] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the directional or positional relationship based on the directional or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.
[0027] In the description of this utility model, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. If "first" or "second" is used in the description, it is only for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features, or implicitly indicating the order of the indicated technical features.
[0028] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "setting," "installation," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.
[0029] Reference Figures 1 to 2A shower device with an adjustable support arm includes a water inlet pipe 1, a support arm 2 connected to the water outlet end of the water inlet pipe 1, and a top spray 3 connected to the water outlet end of the support arm 2. The water inlet pipe 1, the support arm 2 and the top spray 3 are interconnected.
[0030] Preferably, both ends of the support arm 2 are provided with locking mechanisms 4, which are used to control the relative rotation between the support arm 2 and the water inlet pipe 1 and the top spray 3.
[0031] Preferably, the locking mechanism 4 includes a rotating sleeve 41, a positioning sleeve 42 and a locking pin 43. A rotating shaft 411 is fitted inside the rotating sleeve 41. The rotating shaft 411 rotates synchronously with the rotating sleeve 41. The rotating shaft 411 is rotatably connected to the positioning sleeve 42.
[0032] The rotating shaft 411 is provided with a stop plate 412, and the stop plate 412 is provided with a stop hole 4121. One end of the locking pin 43 passes through the positioning sleeve 42 and abuts against the stop hole 4121. By controlling the insertion and disengagement of the locking pin 43 and the stop hole 4121, the locking or unlocking between the rotating sleeve 41 and the positioning sleeve 42 can be controlled.
[0033] Preferred, refer to Figures 3 to 4 The positioning sleeve 42 is provided with an installation groove 421, and the side wall of the positioning sleeve 42 is provided with a first through hole 422 that communicates with the installation groove 421.
[0034] The rotating shaft 411 has a flow guide cavity 4111 inside, and a flow guide hole 4112 is provided on the wall of the flow guide cavity 4111. The side wall of the rotating sleeve is provided with a second through hole 413 that communicates with the flow guide hole 4112.
[0035] The rotating shaft 411 is inserted into the mounting groove 421, which is connected to the flow guiding cavity 4111. The first through hole 422 and the second through hole 413 are used for water inlet and outlet.
[0036] Water flows sequentially through the first through hole 422, the mounting groove 421, the guide cavity 4111, the guide hole 4112, and the second through hole 413 to form a water channel. Both the first through hole 422 and the second through hole 413 can be used for water inlet and outlet. Depending on the installation environment, the positioning sleeve 42 and the rotating sleeve 41 can be interchanged.
[0037] The positioning sleeve 42 has a pin hole 423 located on one side of the mounting groove 421. The locking pin 43 passes through the pin hole 423 and is fitted with a spring 44. This allows the locking pin 43 to be reset.
[0038] In use, the two locking mechanisms 4 can adjust the water outlet height and angle of the top spray 3 respectively. When in use, pull open the locking pin 43, rotate the support arm 2 or the top spray 3 to the corresponding position, and then release the locking pin 43. The locking pin 43 will reset under the action of the spring 44 and be locked in the stop hole 4121, locking the support arm 2 or the top spray 3.
[0039] Preferably, to make the connection between the rotating shaft 411 and the rotating sleeve 41 more secure, a filling groove 4113 is provided on the outer wall of the rotating shaft 411, and a filler is provided in the filling groove 4113. The filler is used to enhance the friction between the rotating shaft 411 and the inner wall of the rotating sleeve. The filler can be rubber, open-end adhesive, plastic, etc.
[0040] Preferably, the locking mechanism 4 includes a first locking mechanism 4a and a second locking mechanism 4b. The first locking mechanism 4a is located at the connection between the water inlet pipe 1 and the support arm 2, and the second locking mechanism 4b is located at the other end of the support arm 2. The top spray 3 is installed on the second locking mechanism 4b.
[0041] A T-joint 5 is installed on the water inlet pipe 1. The two ends of the T-joint 5 are connected to the water inlet pipe 1 and the first locking mechanism 4. A handheld shower head 6 is installed on the other water outlet end of the T-joint 5. A switch 51 is provided on the T-joint 5. The handheld shower head 6 is provided to increase the versatility of the functions.
[0042] Preferably, the support arm 2 is in the shape of a "7", the stop plate 412 and the positioning sleeve 42 are integrally formed, and the stop holes 4121 are arranged in a circular array. This facilitates user swinging and has an aesthetically pleasing appearance.
[0043] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and do not limit the patent scope of this utility model. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the inventive concept of this utility model and the contents of this utility model specification and drawings, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. A shower device with adjustable arm, comprising a water inlet pipe (1), the water outlet end of the water inlet pipe (1) is connected with an arm (2), the water outlet end of the arm (2) is connected with a top spray (3), the water inlet pipe (1), the arm (2) and the top spray (3) are communicated with each other, characterized in that: the arm (2) is provided with a locking mechanism (4) at both ends, the locking mechanism (4) is used for controlling the relative rotation between the arm (2) and the water inlet pipe (1), the top spray (3); the locking mechanism (4) comprises a rotating sleeve (41), a positioning sleeve (42) and a lock pin (43), the rotating sleeve (41) is sleeved with a rotating shaft (411), the rotating shaft (411) rotates synchronously with the rotating sleeve (41), the rotating shaft (411) is rotatably connected to the positioning sleeve (42); the rotating shaft (411) is provided with a gear disc (412), the gear disc (412) is provided with a gear hole (4121), one end of the lock pin (43) abuts in the gear hole (4121) after penetrating through the positioning sleeve (42), the locking or unlocking between the rotating sleeve (41) and the positioning sleeve (42) can be controlled by controlling the plug-in and plug-out of the lock pin (43) and the gear hole (4121).
2. The shower device with adjustable arm according to claim 1, characterized in that: the positioning sleeve (42) is provided with a mounting groove (421) therein, the first through hole (422) is provided on the side wall of the positioning sleeve (42) and communicates with the mounting groove (421); the rotating shaft (411) is provided with a flow guide cavity (4111) therein, the flow guide hole (4112) is provided on the wall of the flow guide cavity (4111), the second through hole (413) is provided on the side wall of the rotating sleeve (41) and communicates with the flow guide hole (4112); the rotating shaft (411) is plugged into the mounting groove (421), the mounting groove (421) communicates with the flow guide cavity (4111), and the first through hole (422) and the second through hole (413) are used for water inflow and outflow.
3. The shower device with adjustable arm according to claim 2, characterized in that: the positioning sleeve (42) is provided with a pin hole (423) therein, the pin hole (423) is provided on one side of the mounting groove (421), the lock pin (43) is penetrated into the pin hole (423), and the spring (44) is sleeved on the lock pin (43).
4. The shower device with adjustable arm according to claim 1, characterized in that: the rotating shaft (411) is provided with a filling groove (4113) on the outer wall, the filling groove (4113) is provided with a filler, and the filler is used for strengthening the friction between the rotating shaft (411) and the inner wall of the rotating sleeve (41).
5. The shower device with adjustable arm according to claim 1, characterized in that: The locking mechanism (4) comprises a first locking mechanism (4a) and a second locking mechanism (4b), the first locking mechanism (4a) is arranged at the connection between the water inlet pipe (1) and the support arm (2), and the second locking mechanism (4b) is arranged at the other end of the support arm (2), and the top spray (3) is mounted on the second locking mechanism (4b).
6. The shower device with adjustable support arm according to claim 1, characterized in that: A three-way head (5) is mounted on the water inlet pipe (1), the two ends of the three-way head (5) are communicated with the water inlet pipe (1) and the first locking mechanism (4a), a handheld shower (6) is mounted on the other water outlet end of the three-way head (5), and a switch (51) is arranged on the three-way head (5).
7. The shower device with adjustable support arm according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support arm (2) is in the shape of "7", the gear disc (412) is integrally formed with the positioning sleeve (42), and the gear holes (4121) are arranged in the shape of a circular ring.
Citation Information
Patent Citations
Shower device with adjustable supporting arm
CN108787275A